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Top stories - BBC News
UK to hand Chagos Islands to Mauritius after more than 50 years of rule
In a historic move, the UK gives up sovereignty of a strategic group of islands in the Indian Ocean.13 minutes ago - United Kingdom -
Top stories - NBC News
Vivid memories of Hamas captivity haunt released hostages almost a year after Oct. 7 attacks
Nearly a year since Ilana Gritzewsky was taken hostage by Hamas, the memories of the Oct. 7 attacks linger, and her 55 days in Gaza's tunnels changed her forever.16 minutes ago -
World - The Guardian
Liz Cheney to join Kamala Harris for campaign event at GOP birthplace – US election live updates
The Republican, a vocal opponent of Trump, will appear with the Democratic nominee in Ripon, Wisconsin. Can’t get enough of the US election? Get our free app and sign up for election alerts ...20 minutes ago - Kamala Harris -
Top stories - NBC News
White supremacist gang members in San Fernando Valley face federal charges
Nearly 70 people who belong to or are associated with a white supremacist gang in the San Fernando Valley were indicted on federal charges, authorities announced Wednesday.23 minutes ago -
World - ABC News
12 injured after a Russian glide bomb smashes into a Ukrainian apartment building
A Russian glide bomb has struck a five-story apartment block in Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, injuring at least 12 people, including a 3-year-old girl30 minutes ago - Ukraine -
Tech - Wired
License Plate Readers Are Creating a US-Wide Database of Political Lawn Signs and Bumper Stickers
From Trump campaign signs to Planned Parenthood bumper stickers, license plate readers around the US are creating searchable databases that reveal Americans’ political leanings and more.46 minutes ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
2024 NFL division rankings: Vikings, Lions help NFC North lead the way after roughly a quarter of the season
Sorting all eight divisions going into Week 51 hour ago - NFL -
Top stories - ABC News
Georgian parliament speaker signs anti-LGBTQ law after president refuses to sign it
The speaker of the Georgian parliament has signed into a law a bill that severely curtails LGBTQ+ rights in the country and mirrors legislation adopted in neighboring Russia1 hour ago -
World - The New York Times
After Successes, Israel’s Military Is in a ‘Long Game’ With No Clear Outcome
A year after perhaps the worst military and intelligence debacle in the country’s history, its armed forces have regained the momentum. Some ask: to what end?1 hour ago - Israel -
Business - CNBC
Kalshi resumes taking bets on U.S. election after appeals court lifts freeze
KalshiEx offered customers contracts that bet on congressional election outcomes. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission objected.1 hour ago -
Business - Financial Times
Sterling slides after Bailey says BoE could be ‘a bit more aggressive’ on rates
Bank of England governor opens door to a faster pace of rate cuts if inflationary pressures continue to ease1 hour ago -
Business - CNBC
Sterling plunges 1% against the dollar, euro after Bank of England governor's comments on rate policy
Sterling was down 1.06% to $1.3126 at 9:22 a.m. in London.1 hour ago -
World - Financial Times
China’s WuXi explores sale of pharma units as US restrictions loom
Drugmakers have been targeted on national security grounds and could lose customers if Congress passes Biosecure Act2 hours ago - China -
Top stories - BBC News
Hidden runway bomb explodes just after plane takes off
A bomb, probably dropped in WW2, goes off at an airport, about a minute after a passenger plane passed by.2 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
World Braces for Bigger Trade Wars if Trump Wins
Business owners and foreign governments are preparing for high tariffs and trade disruptions, depending on the outcome of the election.2 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Tech - ABC News
World ski body and UN weather agency team up to help winter sports plan for climate change
Winter sports are facing a long-time crisis because of climate change and the International Ski and Snowboard Federation has teamed up with the United Nations weather agency2 hours ago - Climate -
World - The Guardian
‘I fell asleep driving around London’: TV workers on fear, danger and fatalities in an industry in crisis
Accidents on set and road collisions suffered by exhausted crew are on the rise. But the demand for great shows continues. Are broadcasters pushing staff too far?. As a young female TV crew member ...2 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
BBC Boris Johnson interview cancelled after Kuenssberg message error
The presenter's scheduled interview with Johnson was pulled after she accidentally sent him her notes.2 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Israel readies Iran retaliation as Lebanon faces 'apocalyptic' situation with 1.2 million displaced
The IDF announced the deaths of eight soldiers, some of its heaviest casualties in months, as the first ground clashes since its invasion of southern Lebanon saw Hezbollah claim to have ambushed ...4 hours ago - Iran -
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‘I haven’t come back’: Freed from Hamas, former hostages cope with life after Oct. 7
During its attack against Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, members of Hamas and other militant groups kidnapped around 250 hostages. Among them were Aviva Siegel, Moran Stela Yanai, Ilana Gritzewsky and ...10 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Battle rages over treasure at 'most valuable shipwreck in the world'
Colombia and a US firm are fighting over a shipwreck in the Caribbean Sea that could be worth $18bn.12 hours ago -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
Michael Rider Replaces Hedi Slimane as Celine’s Artistic Director
Celine shocked the industry by announcing that Hedi Slimane, its top designer, is leaving. Hours later, it surprised many again by naming his replacement.15 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
Labour donor expects honour after backing party, wife claims
Lawyers for Kate Vince tell court that Dale Vince is trying to finalise divorce in ‘haste’ to prevent her acquiring title17 hours ago -
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