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Juryless rape trials pilot axed by Scottish government

The proposal would have seen a single judge decide whether people are guilty of rape and attempted rape.

Botswana Voters Hand Governing Party a Stunning Rebuke

After 58 years, the Botswana Democratic Party lost its majority in Parliament, becoming the latest long-dominant party in southern Africa to fall from power.

World - The New York Times - November 1

Kemi Badenoch: Who is new Tory leader and what does she stand for?

Kemi Badenoch is a political trailblazer with a combative style and a mission to renew her party.

German Government at Risk of Collapse After Rift on Economy

A breakup of the divided and unpopular coalition well before elections set for next September could leave the country directionless at a critical time for Europe.

World - The New York Times - November 2

Protesters call on government to tackle water pollution

Protesters from across the UK marched through London to call on the government to tackle water pollution.

Mothers challenge government over child benefit cap

A charity supporting the women say the Universal Credit policy is "discriminatory and irrational".

Pub garden smoking ban dropped from government plans

The Health Secretary said he didn't want to cause further harm to the hospitality industry in England.

Germany’s Coalition Collapses, Leaving the Government Teetering

After months of disputes, Chancellor Olaf Scholz ousted one of his governing partners, adding to the challenges for Europe since Donald Trump’s election.

World - The New York Times - 2 days ago

'That's democracy' - EU not concerned over Berlin government collapse

World - Yahoo News - 2 days ago

Clintons hope Trump, Vance 'will govern for all of us'

Former President Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton weighed in on the results of the White House race Wednesday, saying in a statement that they hope President-elect Trump and ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

Trump wins tip scales for GOP on government funding

Republican electoral wins in both the presidential race and the Senate are changing the game on government funding, as Congress braces for a battle over federal spending when lawmakers return next ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismisses his defense minister in a surprise announcement

World - ABC News - 4 days ago

FEMA crews threatened amid hurricane recovery efforts

Out of an abundance of caution, FEMA says its disaster assistance teams will be stationed at fixed locations instead of going door-to-door, while the agency looks at threats against its personnel. ...

Amid trades, Mahomes content with Chiefs' WRs

Patrick Mahomes said the Chiefs have enough talent at wide receiver to get where they want to go this season.

Sports - ESPN - October 16

Spain omit Bonmatí amid player welfare concerns

Spain coach Montse Tomé has said Aitana Bonmatí's surprise omission from the latest La Roja squad is because the Barcelona midfielder needs a break.

Sports - ESPN - October 17

Disruption possible amid yellow wind warning for Sunday

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind from 03:00 BST on Sunday until noon on Monday.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 18

Trains and buses cancelled amid further disruption

Translink also issued warnings to commuters on Thursday evening as a result of heavy traffic.

Passengers stuck on planes and homes without power

Northern Ireland Electricity restored power to more than 10,000 customers over the course of Sunday.

Protests break out in Israel amid Blinken visit

The FBI says it is investigating an alleged leak of classified U.S. documents disclosing information on Israel's preparations for a retaliatory attack on Iran. The news comes during Secretary of ...

Williamson relishing England duty amid Arsenal run

England captain Leah Williamson admitted it is "refreshing" to be back with the Lionesses ahead of their two friendlies against Germany and South Africa amid turbulence at Arsenal.

Sports - ESPN - October 25

Queen's University to cut jobs as it faces £11m deficit

The university told BBC News NI it is planning to cut the jobs through a voluntary redundancy scheme.

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