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The tenure of Tung Chee-hwa, Hong Kong's first leader after the 1997 handover, was marked by crises and protests.
Jeremy Greenwood tells inquiry note contained agreement with Jean Nassif as counsel assisting says ‘threads of your story pull apart very quickly’ A Liberal operative has denied making up a “pink” or “fuchsia”-coloured piece of paper which he says was the record of an agreement with a property developer worth up to $5m, a corruption inquiry has heard. Jeremy Greenwood told the Independent Commission Against Corruption (Icac) on Wednesday that the note, which he did not mention in a preliminary i
A suspected-Houthi roadside ambush of Yemeni government forces has been captured on camera.
Penny Wong has concerns about blanket ban announced by UK, France and Canada, but says new ‘targeted measures’ planned over Israeli settlers Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Australia is preparing another round of sanctions against Israel, but has stopped short of joining the UK in banning trade with Israeli settlements in the West Bank. Overnight, the UK government offered its strongest condemnation yet of Israel’
As the first leader of the former British colony after its handover, he balanced the demands of Beijing and Hong Kongers, making it clear that Beijing was now in charge.
It is the latest escalation in a trade war between the two countries, and comes as Canadian retaliatory tariffs on US goods come into force.
Roni Carlson, in wake of mistrial, says holdout juror could not be persuaded while colleague calls him ‘very arrogant’ A lone juror in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother accused of the murder of her three children, would not agree to acquit Clancy despite expressing reasonable doubt about whether she was guilty, the jury’s foreperson said in an interview airing Monday. Speaking to NBC 10 Boston just days after Clancy’s trial ended in a mistrial, Roni Carlson, the foreperson, c
Barrow pledges new power infrastructure, including a 24-megawatt plant, to tackle the worsening electricity crisis.
LIV Golf intends to starts its new league early next year after filing for bankruptcy protection in the United States.
The report follows a BBC Eye investigation that found Instagram running paid ads promoting such material in India.
A new study shows the steep economic cost of 2025's ICE raids in Chicago. Fear kept many immigrants home, draining the area of more than $1.26 billion in lost retail, restaurant, and sales-tax revenue.
American forces were said to have hit multiple vessels in response to Iranian attempts to hit a U.S. warship.
Scores among US 15-year-olds dropped 14 points from 2022, as the Trump administration pushes for 'school choice'.
Exclusive: The Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission, which has access to NDIA data, used Palantir as part of a multi-agency fraud taskforce Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Personal information of national disability insurance scheme participants may have ended up in controversial software company Palantir’s analytics platform as part of a massive multi-agency sharing program investigating fraud, Guardian Australia can reveal. There have been calls to ban the us
The foreign secretary accuses settlers of carrying out the "ethnic cleansing" of Palestinians, as France and Canada also launch sanctions.
Follow the day’s news live Victorians could pay almost $100 a year more for electricity under a state Coalition policy to halt two key transmission projects, according to new analysis that suggests it would result in a near 40% increase in wholesale prices by 2031. Analysis by consultancy Nexa Advisory, commissioned by non-profit group Environment Victoria, has found postponing the Western Renewables Link and the VNI West would delay other renewable energy projects. Such a move could force the s
In a video address, the prime minister said the United States was seeking “dependency, not a true economic partnership” from Canada.
The upheaval in the military could shape the legacy of Trump's second term, writes the BBC's Tom Bateman.
Kenya's president orders a crackdown on foreigners running small businesses, amid accusations of xenophobia.
New research shows turbulent flushes create toilet-generated aerosols that can transmit legionella, influenza and norovirus Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Flushing toilets release particles into the “breathing zone” of adults and can remain suspended in the air for at least 20 seconds, a new study has found. And closing the lid might not be enough to avoid a “plume” of potential pathogens. Continue reading...
Record-breaking rainfall swamped the Japanese city of Nagoya dumping an all-time high of 105 mm of rain in a single hour
With tariffs on U.S. goods in effect and high-profile international engagements coming up, the Canadian leader keeps moving toward his goal.
The documents are available through an online portal that was launched three days before the 25th anniversary of September 11 New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration has released more than 170,000 pages of municipal records involving the impact of the September 11 attacks on air quality health, as well as the city’s response. Mamdani announced the documents and an online portal for accessing them on Tuesday. The release comes alongside the settlement of two lawsuits pursued by 9/11 H
As the 25th anniversary approaches, the wait for the alleged mastermind of the attack to be put on trial goes on.
Bloc losing €13bn in revenue with one in 10 cigarettes illegal, watchdog reports Europe live – latest updates The illegal trade in tobacco is booming in the EU, according to a report by the bloc’s financial watchdog, with almost one in 10 cigarettes produced illicitly or smuggled, causing an estimated €13bn loss in tax revenue each year. The European Court of Auditors (ECA) said in a report on Tuesday that the trade had “changed significantly” in recent years as smuggling, while still “a problem
A separate federal court ruling, however, contradicts the Supreme Court judgement, leaving the map up in the air.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office denied the report in Haaretz that the Emirati president had warned him Hamas was planning a major operation against Israel.
Frontrunner Sununu beats Scott Brown to earn Republican nod in closely watched race in November Former senator John E Sununu triumphed on Tuesday in the New Hampshire Republican Senate primary Scott Brown, earning the GOP nod in what will likely be a must-win race if Democrats hope to seize the upper chamber. Sununu, 61, was the clear frontrunner in the GOP primary. He served one term in the Senate from 2003 to 2009. Continue reading...
Trump didn't oppose UK sanctions on Israeli settlements Axios Israeli Allies Ban Trade With Settlements as U.K. Cites ‘Ethnic Cleansing’ The New York Times Australia considers new Israel sanctions but won’t join UK in banning trade with ‘settler terrorists’ The Guardian Israel to close British consulate in East Jerusalem after UK, France and Canada ban imports from settlements Reuters Eleven European countries and Canada impose sanctions on Israel over products from settlements in the West Bank
Israel's response to London's trade ban with Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank shows how important this moment is.
Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces are intensifying their counteroffensive against the Houthis.
Former Israeli military officers warn that settler violence in the West Bank is destroying Israel’s democratic values from within.
Pappas fends off challenge from progressive Karishma Manzur in seat to be vacated by retiring Jeanne Shaheen Congressman Chris Pappas beat back progressive challenger Karishma Manzur in the Democratic primary for US Senate on Tuesday, advancing as most observers expected to what will be a closely watched general election that is critical to Democratic hopes of flipping the upper chamber. The two were competing for the nomination that opened up after Jeanne Shaheen, 79, the state’s three‑term inc
The atypical event underscores the significance of Texas, long a Republican stronghold, in November's midterm elections.
The affluent city-state has justified high-end salaries for its political leaders, arguing they attract talent and ensure good governance Singapore’s prime minister has been given a $1m pay rise as the affluent city-state announced a dramatic one-off salary boost for government ministers. The pay increases add more than 60% to what are already the world’s highest ministerial salaries. Continue reading...
Chris Mason: Burnham looks to show he will go further than Starmer with West Bank sanctions BBC Trump didn't oppose UK sanctions on Israeli settlements Axios Israeli Allies Ban Trade With Settlements as U.K. Cites ‘Ethnic Cleansing’ The New York Times Israel to close British consulate in East Jerusalem after UK, France and Canada ban imports from settlements Reuters 'Israel reacts with fury' and 'Air traffic collapse' BBC
At least 30 men, women and children drowned when their dinghy capsized on 24 November 2021.
The measure comes as Canada imposes $20bn in retaliatory tariffs and Canadian prime minister Mark Carney vows to reduce his country’s economic dependence on the US The US is banning dairy products, most alcoholic beverages and motorcycles from Canada, the White House said Tuesday, as the trade war between the two neighbors and longtime allies escalates. The ban will take effect in three weeks and comes after Canada imposed retaliatory tariffs on $20bn in US imports earlier Tuesday. Continue read
Witnesses have captured the moment Jordanian air defence systems intercepted a barrage of Iranian ballistic missiles.
Hong Kong’s first chief executive, Tung Chee-hwa, dies aged 89 South China Morning Post Tung Chee-hwa, Hong Kong's first leader under Chinese rule, dies at 89 Reuters Tung Chee-hwa, Who Led Hong Kong After Its Return to China, Dies at 89 The New York Times Tung Chee-hwa, Hong Kong’s first chief executive, 1937-2026 Financial Times Tung Chee-hwa, Hong Kong’s first post-colonial leader, dies at age 89 The Hill
Oil Climbs Toward $100 a Barrel Following Houthi Attacks nytimes.com Stock Market Today: Dow Slips 500 Points, Oil Nears $100 — Live Updates WSJ Drivers in for more pain as oil rockets back toward $100 per barrel washingtonpost.com U.S.-Iran War Updates: Oil nears $100 a barrel as Strait of Hormuz stalemate keeps ship traffic down CBS News Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq fall as oil prices rise, US-Canada trade war escalates Yahoo Finance
The housecleaning puts the new government more in line with how European allies relate to Moscow, tempering cozy ties developed under Viktor Orban’s administration.
BBC's Middle East correspondent Lucy Williamson reports from an area close to Israel's proposed site in the occupied West Bank.
More than six decades after police opened fire on protesters, survivors and relatives are taking their fight to court.
Opinion | Democracy Is on the Ballot in Both America’s and Israel’s Elections The New York Times Opinion | Ousting Netanyahu Won't Fix the U.S.-Israel Relationship Haaretz Netanyahu says spoke again with Trump about Iran ‘threat’ Arab News PK The souring relationship between Trump and Netanyahu : State of the World from NPR NPR Trump and Netanyahu: Between Electoral Failure and Suicidal Escalation sadanews.ps
Heathrow and Gatwick among airports hit by air traffic control problems bbc.com Hundreds of flights cancelled at UK airports as air traffic control issue causes widespread disruption bbc.com UK air traffic control glitch prompts nearly 300 flight cancellations, monitor says ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos All flights into Heathrow and Gatwick airport halted - live updates The Telegraph Widespread flight delays hit major British airports NBC News
After voting against talks to join the European Union, Iceland is reacting forcefully to a slight against its sovereignty.
Decision marks setback for president and Republicans, who set in motion national redistricting battle last year The US supreme court refused an emergency appeal by Missouri officials to use a newly drawn congressional map backed by Donald Trump in the November midterm election, letting stand a ruling by the state’s highest state court that blocked the new lines from taking effect. Last week the Missouri supreme court ruled that the map must go before voters to approve or reject the new districts
A 78-year-old British woman is facing deportation for failing to fill out a Brexit residence application on time.
Thousands of protesters rallied in Cologne against the AfD after the far-right group's election victory.
Air traffic control issue disrupts departing flights at major UK airports Reuters Flight delays and cancellations at number of UK airports due to air traffic control issue BBC Widespread flight delays hit major British airports NBC News Airports across UK report disruptions after technical issue at national air control ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Heathrow and Gatwick among airports hit by air traffic control problems BBC
A total of six people apprehended as clean-up of rubbish stacked 10 metres high cost about £6m Two men have been arrested after fly-tippers dumped a “mountain of illegal waste”, stacked 10 metres high, in Oxfordshire. Hundreds of tonnes of waste appeared in a field between the River Cherwell and the A34 near Kidlington in November last year. The waste tip was so large that removing it could cost more than the local council’s annual budget, the area’s MP said. Continue reading...
EXCLUSIVE: US resumes immigrant visa processing for Hungary, Poland as pause remains elsewhere Reuters Trump Administration Resumes Immigrant Visa Processing for Hungary and Poland While Global Pause Continues Межа. Новини України.
Médecins Sans Frontières is urging world leaders to increase funding to help the millions who need aid.
The US secretary of state visits Colombia, Ecuador and Peru in a bid to enhance cooperation with right-wing allies.
Officials say sighting a sign species – driven to extinction in state before reintroduction in 2011 – expanding its range A gray wolf has recently been seen in California’s Mendocino national forest for the first time since the species returned to the state 15 years ago, state wildlife officials confirmed. Officials in Lake county, which is about two hours north of San Francisco, said last week the California department of fish and wildlife (CDFW) had received reports of sightings in the forest
This Is Poland’s New Heavy Infantry Fighting Vehicle twz.com Poland’s in-development fighting vehicle carries newfound defense-export drive defensenews.com Poland Army Holds Live Fire Training Exercise Amid Threat From Russia | Vantage on Firstpost Firstpost Commerce leads defense-industry delegation to international trade fair in Poland Made in Alabama POLAND-DEFENCE/ Roanoke Times
US military says it struck the five Iranian tankers after IRGC targeted a US warship twice in two days.
The suspect had reportedly claimed responsibility for attacks on electricity substations in letters.
Authorities accused Missy Woods of altering years worth of data in cases involving homicide, sexual assault and robbery A judge sentenced a former forensic analyst for the Colorado Bureau of Investigation to 10 years in prison on Tuesday after authorities said her manipulation of DNA data had raised questions about the validity of hundreds of criminal cases. Yvonne “Missy” Woods pleaded guilty in June to perjury, attempting to influence a public servant, forgery and committing a cybercrime. Doze
Netanyahu’s Rivals Call Him ‘Unfit’ After Report He Was Warned Before Oct. 7 Attack nytimes.com Revealed: Netanyahu Received an Explicit Warning Days Before Oct. 7. He Didn't Brief Israel's Security Chiefs Haaretz The Warning Benjamin Netanyahu Ignored newyorker.com Netanyahu faces backlash over report he was warned of Hamas attack days before October 7 CNN Netanyahu was warned of 7 October Hamas attacks, book claims The Guardian
Paris trial begins over deadly Channel tragedy, with 14 facing charges for manslaughter.
For years, Hungary was viewed as Russia's closest ally in the EU, but the new government has dropped the pro-Kremlin stance.
Guy Campanile addresses ouster in Facebook post and says ‘we were told to leave because we insisted on doing our jobs’ The former managing editor at 60 Minutes, who was fired in May with several other top correspondents, has spoken out about the ouster, saying he and his colleagues, were dismissed because they “would not compromise our principles or reputations by jamming unverifiable notions or White House talking points into our reporting”. Guy Campanile, who worked at CBS News for 34 years, s
Rubio promises security cooperation to Colombia's new president Reuters Marco Rubio enjoyed major support among Venezuelans. Then came Trump’s oil deal. The Washington Post Marco Rubio arrives in Colombia with China ties, trade deals on agenda South China Morning Post Marco Rubio says US seeks more economic and security ties in Latin America Al Jazeera Rubio offers solid support to Trump-friendly leader in Colombia at start of South America tour AP News
Iran's IRGC urges crews to leave tankers in Kuwait and Bahrain, warning it will target ships following US attack.
Palestinians strongly back a ban on settlement goods, but Israel's government says it is a "big mistake".
Centcom says ‘defective’ drone was surveilling regional waters and was not collecting sensitive data Iranian forces claimed to have seized an American underwater drone in the strait of Hormuz that the US military said had “malfunctioned” more than a day earlier. US Navy Capt Tim Hawkins, a United States Central Command spokesperson, said in a statement the drone was surveilling regional waters when it malfunctioned “more than a day ago”. Continue reading...
Merkel's 'heart bleeds' after AfD win in Saxony-Anhalt dw.com The far right’s win in Germany is sending a chill through the establishment in Europe CNN Israel boosted Europe’s right wing — and recoils at German party’s gains The Washington Post AfD’s Far Right Win Puts New Pressure on Germany’s Leader Merz The New York Times Far-right AfD win signals shift in Germany, raises alarm in Europe PBS
Trump administration has sought to isolate Tehran through a raft of measures meant to squeeze the country's economy.
The Iran-backed Yemeni group's attacks have injured 73 people and caused fires at oil facilities, Saudi authorities say.
Reigning Miss Austria Lucia Sisic dies at 22 USA Today Reigning Miss Austria Lucia Sisic dead at just 22: ‘Wonderful young woman’ New York Post Reigning Pageant Queen Dies at 22 Yahoo Current Miss Austria Lucia Sisic Dies at Age 22: ‘Wonderful Young Woman’ People.com Miss Austria Lucia Sisic dies at 22; country will not participate at Miss Universe 2026 HOLA
Brothers, convicted of parents’ killings and denied parole last year, permitted to apply for another hearing earlier than expected Erik and Lyle Menendez will be before a parole board again in March, about 17 months earlier than expected. The brothers were originally sentenced in 1996 to life in prison for the 1989 fatal shootings of their father, Jose Menendez, and mother, Kitty Menendez, in their Beverly Hills mansion. A Los Angeles judge reduced their sentences to 50 years to life in May 2025
The US military has released video of its forces destroying what it says are five Iranian crude oil tankers.
More attendees are in their 40s and 50s, with fewer festival-goers in their 20s Three people died at Burning Man this year, tripling the average number of deaths in connection with the annual festival that brings tens of thousands of people to build a temporary utopian community in the brutal conditions of the Nevada desert. The increase in fatalities comes as news reports have highlighted that the average age of Burning Man attendees is increasing, with fewer participants in their 20s, and more
US Treasury ratchets up pressure on Iran with sweeping new aviation sanctions Reuters Iran war live: US hits Iranian tankers, IRGC says will retaliate Al Jazeera US Treasury slaps sanctions on Iranian airlines, accuses them of transporting arms timesofisrael.com US targets Iran’s airline industry as part of pressure campaign CNN US senator says Turkey ‘not our friend’ over Iran-linked financing Iran International
The New York City mayor said the document release shows victims were 'lied to' about health impacts from the attacks.
Whitehall officials also ask why laws meant to clamp down on the wearing of masks at demonstrations were not used Police have been told by the government they expect better intelligence gathering after masked far-right groups took to the streets at the weekend, the Guardian has learned, as the Kent force admitted mishandling warnings of potential trouble. Police in Kent on Saturday and then Portsmouth, Hampshire, on Sunday said they were taken by surprise when hundreds massed to oppose what they
Tung Chee-hwa, Hong Kong’s first chief executive, 1937-2026 Financial Times Tung Chee-hwa, Who Led Hong Kong After Its Return to China, Dies at 89 The New York Times Tributes pour in as Hong Kong mourns death of Tung Chee-hwa, first chief executive scmp.com Tung Chee-hwa, Hong Kong's first leader under Chinese rule, dies at 89 Reuters Tung Chee-hwa, Hong Kong’s first post-colonial leader, dies at age 89 AP News
For 450 years, the world's most-used map has made Africa look smaller than it really is.
Huawei goes on trial in US for racketeering after nearly decade of litigation South China Morning Post China’s Huawei Technologies faces racketeering trial in New York AP News Was Huawei’s rise built on crime? A US jury will decide Financial Times Huawei heads to trial in US over its business dealings in Iran Reuters China's Huawei heads to trial in US over sanctions and trade secrets Nikkei Asia
Foreign secretary ends UK’s feigned helplessness with sanctions and description of Israel’s actions as ethnic cleansing The indefatigable ability of UK Foreign Office ministers over decades to issue boilerplate statements of concern about the extension of illegal settlements in Israel has long been a matter of ridicule. Even some of the Conservative ministers who issued them, notably Alan Duncan and Alistair Burt, have agreed. Duncan described the UK stance towards settlements as weak and naive,
Napoli has issues in midfield for its Champions League opener against Arsenal, but hope to recover Serie A winning form.
German economy frets about Saxony-Anhalt election results dw.com Israel boosted Europe’s right wing — and recoils at German party’s gains The Washington Post Can East Germany’s Cold War History Explain the Rise of the AfD? The New Yorker Mass deportations and separate schools for refugees: The far-right AfD’s vision for Germany CNN German vote shows rise of far right in Europe, but it hasn’t been a steady march AP News
Lisa Nandy says government will introduce legislation after talks deadline ends without breakthrough Apple and Google will be forced to block explicit images on children’s smartphones by law in the UK after talks failed to produce a breakthrough, the government has said. The legislation commitment puts ministers on a collision course with two of the biggest players in Silicon Valley, months after the government announced a social media ban for under-16s. Continue reading...
Andoni Iraola looks to build on his first win as Liverpool manager in tough game against Diego Simeone's Atletico.
Far right’s rise in rapidly re-arming Germany gives Poland cause for concern politico.eu Israel boosted Europe’s right wing — and recoils at German party’s gains The Washington Post Trump Hails Victory by Far-Right AfD in German State Election Bloomberg.com The far right’s win in Germany is sending a chill through the establishment in Europe CNN AfD’s Far Right Win Puts New Pressure on Germany’s Leader Merz The New York Times
Satirical program’s new title is ‘inspired by bravery and patriotism’ of Apple and Google, who capitulated to Trump’s requests to change Lake Ontario to ‘Lake America’ In light of Donald Trump’s attempts to rename a gulf, lakes and even states after “America”, South Park, the animated satirical program that has long skewered those in power, has announced an official name change. For its 29th season, the Comedy Central series will be known as “South America”. “Inspired by the bravery and patrioti
Hundreds of masked men shut down UK ports over the weekend.
Philippines defense chief calls out China after note interrupts remarks at Seoul forum: 'Coercion, bullying' Fox News Philippines' Teodoro says China could exploit cuts in US-South Korean exercises Reuters ‘Have Some Shame’: Philippine Defense Chief Slams China on Stage Bloomberg.com China committed to Asia-Pacific peace, rejects major-power confrontation chinadailyasia.com Philippine Defense Secretary Condemns China's South China Sea Actions, Wins U.S. Praise 조선일보