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Western envoys concerned about arrests and disappearances as Kenya takes UN rights council seat
Western envoys in Kenya have raised concerns over reports of arbitrary arrests and enforced disappearances and urged for swift investigations as the country takes up its seat in the United Nations ...World - ABC News - October 31 -
US demands proof that Israel does not have starvation policy in northern Gaza
Pressure grows on Israel to allow in more aid, as UN ambassador says US ‘will be watching’ its actions on the ground. Middle East crisis – live updates The US has demanded proof on the ground ...World - The Guardian - October 16 -
Police guns secured by seat belts - whistle blower
The regulator was contacted by a member of the public concerned how weapons were being transported.Top stories - BBC News - October 15 -
How the UN Human Rights Council promotes dictatorships over human rights
The UN Human Rights Council has elected some of the world's most oppressive regimes, including Qatar, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Ethiopia, to its membership, leading to a mockery of its ...Politics - The Hill - October 15 -
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U.N. Security Council Urges Israel to Increase Flow of Aid Into Gaza
Some of the sharpest criticism about a lack of sufficient assistance in the enclave came from Israel’s allies, including the United States.World - The New York Times - October 17 -
Advisers Propose That Trump Give Security Clearances Without F.B.I. Vetting
A memo circulating in Donald Trump’s orbit says that if elected he should use private firms to check appointees’ backgrounds and give them immediate access to classified secrets after taking office.Top stories - The New York Times - October 28 -
Egypt's president says it has proposed 2-day cease-fire in Gaza
Egypt's proposal comes as Israel's spy chief travels to Doha for talks with CIA Director William Burns and the Qatari prime minister.Top stories - CBS News - October 27 -
U.S. National Security Council calls Israeli strike on Gaza hospital, fire in tent camp horrifying
A recent Israeli air strike on a hospital that sparked a fire at a tent camp in Gaza is being called "horrifying" by the U.S. National Security Council. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio and Nancy Cordes ...Top stories - CBS News - October 15 -
Southern Africa is enduring its worst hunger crisis in decades due to El Niño, the UN says
The United Nations' food agency says months of drought in southern Africa triggered by the El Niño weather phenomenon have had a devastating impact on more than 27 million people and caused the ...World - ABC News - October 16 -
South Africa submits its main legal claim to the top UN court which accuses Israel of genocide
South Africa has delivered a nearly 5,000-page document to the United Nations’ top courtWorld - ABC News - October 28 -
England 2-1 South Africa: women’s international friendly – as it happened
England were sloppy against a pacy South Africa side but managed to hang on for the win. 3 min: Kelly tees up Park for a shot down the inside-right channel. The ball’s blocked, then clumsily put ...World - The Guardian - October 29 -
Reeves targets using £350bn council pension pot to boost UK economy
Chancellor to set out reform to fragmented local authority funds in Mansion House speechBusiness - Financial Times - 11 hours ago -
Closure of UK inheritance tax ‘loophole’ to penalise estates of wealthy pensioners
Experts say big tax bills could result from Rachel Reeves’ move in the BudgetBusiness - Financial Times - October 30 -
FDA proposes ending use of decongestant found in many cold, allergy medicines
The FDA said the proposed order is not final yet, which means companies can still market over-the-counter drugs containing oral phenylephrine for now.Business - CNBC - Yesterday -
FDA proposes ending use of decongestant found in many cold, allergy medicines
The FDA has proposed ending the use of an ingredient in many over-the-counter cold and allergy medications because it doesn’t actually relieve nasal congestion.Top stories - NBC News - Yesterday -
Republicans take control of US Senate after flipping three seats
Democrats lose majority in Congress’s upper chamber after defeats in Ohio, Montana and West VirginiaWorld - Financial Times - 2 days ago -
US and Cyprus launch a strategic dialogue to bolster security
U.S. and Cypriot officials have launched a strategic dialogue they said would bolster security and stability in a crisis-wracked region through initiatives including counterterrorism training of ...World - ABC News - October 23 -
US issues new rules on use of AI by security establishment
Directive part of Washington’s attempts to encourage new technologyBusiness - Financial Times - October 24 -
Key mediator Egypt proposes a 2-day Gaza cease-fire and the release of 4 hostages
Egypt’s president says his country has proposed a two-day cease-fire between Israel and Hamas during which four hostages held in Gaza would be freedWorld - ABC News - October 28 -
Trump tells Rupert Murdoch to help him secure US election ‘victory’
Republican candidate says Fox News should not run negative ads about him before November 5 voteBusiness - Financial Times - October 18 -
Israel mulls using private security contractors to deliver aid to Gaza
Discussion about letting private firms bid for contracts comes before Knesset vote on banning UN relief agency from operating in Israel. Middle East crisis – live updates Israel is weighing ...World - The Guardian - October 22 -
Biden administration urges US agencies to ‘harness’ AI systems for national security
The Biden administration is encouraging government agencies to seize on the most advanced artificial intelligence systems to maintain an edge over its rivals and boost national security. The new ...Politics - The Hill - October 24 -
Graham: Use budget reconciliation to bypass filibuster and pass border security legislation
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), one of President-elect Trump’s strongest allies in the Senate, is calling on Republicans to advance ambitious economic and border security legislation through Congress ...Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago -
Republicans bullish about securing control of US House as count continues
Democrats remain hopeful of gaining razor-thin majority as more than two dozen races yet to be called. Senate and House results 2024: live maps and tracker Control of the US House of ...World - The Guardian - 14 hours ago -
Australia plans a social media ban for children under 16
The Australian government announced on Thursday what it described as world-leading legislation that would set an age limit of 16 years for children to start using social media, and hold platforms ...Tech - ABC News - Yesterday -
Democrats bet big on Texas, using Beyoncé's star power in bid to flip Senate seat
The Democratic Party are hoping to defeat Ted Cruz to keep control of the Senate, but it is an uphill battle.Top stories - BBC News - October 25 -
Qataris decide whether to end limited voting for legislative seats in shadow of US election
Qatar is voting in a snap poll to decide whether to end its limited voting for legislative seatsWorld - ABC News - 3 days ago -
Egypt's president says his country has proposed a 2-day cease-fire in Gaza during which 4 hostages would be freed
Egypt's president says his country has proposed a 2-day cease-fire in Gaza during which 4 hostages would be freedWorld - ABC News - October 27 -
Yankees chase Guardians ace Tanner Bibee early, secure 6-3 win for 2-0 ALCS series lead
The series shifts to Cleveland with the Guardians in desperate need of a victory.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 15 -
If Musk and Trump want to cut federal spending by $2 trillion, they’ll have to come for Social Security and Medicare
Musk is talking big cuts. Something’s got to give.Business - MarketWatch - October 29 -
4 security officers and 2 schoolchildren killed in bomb and mortar attacks in northwest Pakistan
Police say a roadside bomb has exploded near a vehicle carrying security forces in restive northwestern Pakistan, killing four officers and wounding five othersWorld - ABC News - Yesterday -
Fortnite OG Returns Permanently In December - Report
Last year, Epic Games brought back Fortnite 's original island in a month-long event called Fortnite OG . The chance to revisit the earliest version of the game was wildly popular with players, ...Tech - GameSpot - 2 days ago -
Yahya Sinwar’s death raises ceasefire hopes and is a ‘moment of justice’ says Biden – Middle East crisis live
US president tells Netanyahu ‘let’s make this moment an opportunity to seek a path to peace, a better future in Gaza without Hamas’. At least 28 people have been killed in an Israeli airstrike on a ...World - The Guardian - October 18 -
US airline temporarily suspends flights to Haiti's capital after UN helicopter hit by gunfire
At least one U.S. airline has temporarily canceled flights to Haiti’s capital after gang members opened fire and hit a U.N. helicopter flying near the country’s main airportWorld - ABC News - October 25 -
A second US exit could ‘cripple’ the Paris climate agreement, warns UN chief
António Guterres says treaty will endure but urges US to remain amid reports that Trump plans to withdraw from the climate negotiating framework entirely. . The world needs the US to remain in the ...World - The Guardian - November 1
