Charity threatens legal action over two-year NHS wait for ADHD and autism assessments
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Charity threatens legal action over two-year NHS wait for ADHD and autism assessments

Exclusive: ADHD UK may seek judicial review of West Yorkshire NHS integrated care board’s ‘unlawful’ policyADHD UK has threatened legal action against an NHS organisation over its decision to impose a minimum two-year wait for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and autism assessments.In a legal letter to West Yorkshire NHS integrated care board (ICB), seen by the Guardian, the charity allege...

China’s carmakers eye record 12 million overseas sales in 2026 as ‘go global’ plan pays off
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China’s carmakers eye record 12 million overseas sales in 2026 as ‘go global’ plan pays off

Chinese automotive groups have cause to celebrate their go-global strategy amid breakneck export growth in recent years, with deliveries in 2026 expected to beat expectations already buoyed by an international energy shock caused by conflict in the Middle East. Leading carmakers from BYD to Chery Automobile have doubled down on overseas expansion, with some evolving into powerful contenders in mar...

Live: UAE probes possible 'terror' link in attack on FlyDubai flight to Israel
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Live: UAE probes possible 'terror' link in attack on FlyDubai flight to Israel

The United Arab Emirates on Thursday launched an investigation into the Israel-bound FlyDubai FZ1073 flight from Dubai in which a copilot allegedly stabbed his captain in an apparent attempt to crash the plane. The UAE’s chief prosecutor said the possibility of a terror link will be probed. Follow our liveblog for all the latest developments.

Live: FlyDubai suspends flights to Israel, Indian pilot hailed as 'hero' for fending off attack

Live: FlyDubai suspends flights to Israel, Indian pilot hailed as 'hero' for fending off attack

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FlyDubai, the budget airline owned by Emirates Airlines, has temporarily suspended flights to and from Israel after one of its pilot stabbed his copilot midflight in what appears to have been an attempt to crash the Tel Aviv-bound passenger yet. Israel’s defence minister has labelled the incident a thwarted “terror attack”. Follow our liveblog for all the latest developments.

Live: FlyDubai suspends flights to and from Israel after pilot attack

Live: FlyDubai suspends flights to and from Israel after pilot attack

France 24 •

FlyDubai, the budget airline owned by Emirates Airlines, has temporarily suspended flights to and from Israel after one of its pilot stabbed his copilot midflight in what appears to have been an attempt to crash the Tel Aviv-bound passenger yet. Israel’s defence minister has labelled the incident as a thwarted “terror attack”. Follow our liveblog for all the latest developments.

Malaysian medical body raises alarm over high doctor ‘no-show’ rate in Sabah, Sarawak

Malaysian medical body raises alarm over high doctor ‘no-show’ rate in Sabah, Sarawak

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The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has expressed concern over reports of high “no-show” rates among medical officers assigned to permanent postings in Sabah and Sarawak. The medical body urged the government to take action by reverting to a percentage-based allowance and introducing incentives to attract and retain healthcare workers in East Malaysia. MMA president Sivanaesan Letchumanan poin...

Kai Cenat Threatens Lawsuit: streamer rejects Reggie’s allegations; RaKai denies claims

Kai Cenat Threatens Lawsuit: streamer rejects Reggie’s allegations; RaKai denies claims

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Kai Cenat has threatened legal action against streamer Reggie following serious allegations involving RaKai. Reggie made the claims during an Instagram livestream, prompting Kai to challenge him to present any evidence to authorities. Kai said the situation had gone too far and that the allegations were affecting his family and future. RaKai has separately denied Reggie’s claims. The controversy c...

Execution of convicted US killer Christa Pike fails despite two lethal injections

Execution of convicted US killer Christa Pike fails despite two lethal injections

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Christa Pike, who has been on death row for more than 30 years for torturing and murdering a classmate, was on Wednesday set to be executed, but the lethal injections meant to kill her failed. Pike was then transported to a medical facility, but except for the fact that she is still alive, her lawyers said they had not been informed about her condition.

South Carolina family permanently protects 2,000-acre farm from development in historic deal

South Carolina family permanently protects 2,000-acre farm from development in historic deal

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A family in South Carolina has successfully established a conservation easement to safeguard 2,000 acres of Creekland Farms from future development. Nestled in the rapidly expanding Laurens County, this agreement not only preserves the land's agricultural and recreational uses but also links it to the neighboring Sumter National Forest. It illustrates a proactive strategy in managing urban growth ...

Indian pride swells as flydubai pilot who saved 174 lives hailed as ‘absolute hero’

Indian pride swells as flydubai pilot who saved 174 lives hailed as ‘absolute hero’

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An Indian pilot’s extraordinary bravery during an apparent mid-air hijack attempt has ignited a wave of national pride, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailing the pilot as a hero for saving 174 lives on a flydubai plane – adding a dramatic chapter to a career that began almost by chance. Captain Smit Machchhar was critically injured after taking the brunt of a knife attack on Wednesday, but man...

Australian couple among passengers on diverted flydubai flight to Israel, embassy says

Australian couple among passengers on diverted flydubai flight to Israel, embassy says

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Israeli embassy says the Sydney couple were on board flight that was dramatically diverted after one pilot allegedly stabbed the otherTwo Australian citizens were onboard a flight to Tel Aviv that was diverted after one of the pilots allegedly stabbed the other in an attack, according to the Israeli embassy.The passengers are a Jewish couple from Sydney, the embassy in Australia confirmed to the G...

Healey urged to offer energy support in budget as bills rise 4%

Healey urged to offer energy support in budget as bills rise 4%

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Millions of people in Great Britain face increase from Thursday to an average of £1,723 a year for a typical homeJohn Healey is under growing pressure to offer fresh energy support for households in next month’s budget as millions face a 4% rise in charges from Thursday to an average of £1,723 a year for a typical home.In his speech at Labour’s conference in Liverpool this week, the chancellor war...

Prisoners freed early in England and Wales risk living on the streets, say probation officers

Prisoners freed early in England and Wales risk living on the streets, say probation officers

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Warning of a lack of hostel places for 2,000 criminals due to be released over the next month to ease overcrowdingHundreds of prisoners are due to be released early from jail on Thursday amid warnings that many will have nowhere to live and the probation system will struggle to monitor them.About 2,000 criminals including domestic abusers and violent offenders are to be freed over the next month, ...

Shows, tours and film as China marks 90 years since the end of the Long March

Shows, tours and film as China marks 90 years since the end of the Long March

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China’s ruling Communist Party is marking 90 years since the end of the Long March with exhibitions, tours, film and television productions as it tries to mobilise the nation to contribute to its vision for the future. Ahead of the October 22 anniversary, commemorative activities are under way to promote the history of the Long March and revive its “spirit”. The Long March was an epic retreat betw...