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German airport drone-bomb: Could Russia be involved?
In statements to investigators, Vladyslav D. said he was paid more than $2,000 (£1,487) in cryptocurrency for his efforts. His motive was clear.And what about the Leipzig case?Few details...
Society
Houthi strikes hit Yemen as Saudi Arabia braces for attacks: What we know
Iran-backed Houthi forces in Yemen launched at least 12 fresh missile attacks on the Yemeni provinces of Hadramout and Marib on Friday, following drone...
Society
Tory plan to ban foreign nationals from social housing condemned as ‘divisive’
Plans to ban foreign nationals from social housing under a Conservative government have been condemned as “divisive”.Under proposals revealed on Friday, the party said...
Society
Australian aviation crew carries out daring midwinter Antarctica rescue
It was a "major operation" for the plane to be correctly configured in time by engineers and a design team, who fitted a stretcher...
Society
Brazil formally accuses 16 people over 2024 Voepass deadly plane crash
Official says plane was irregularly cleared for departure before crash that killed 62 people outside Sao Paulo.Published On 7 Aug 20267 Aug 2026Brazil’s federal...
Society
‘It is British life’: No 10 vows to stop councils trying to limit standing in pubs
No 10 has vowed to confiscate powers from local councils which try to restrict customers from standing up while drinking in pubs or ordering...
Society
TikTok star Sydney Towle, who shared her cancer journey online, dies aged 26
Sydney Towle, a popular social media influencer who shared her experience living with a rare, aggressive form of cancer, has died at the age...
Society
Saudi Arabia names commander for maritime defence coalition
Rear Admiral Abdullah bin Salem Al-Shehri will lead the multinational coalition’s naval defence to protect trade, energy routes.Published On 6 Aug 20266 Aug 2026Saudi...
Religion & Spirituality
In Assisi, pope calls young people to live Gospel in mold of St. Francis and St. Clare
Pope Leo XIV called young people to commit themselves to “the civilization of love” on Thursday, exhorting them to dedicate their talents and energies...
Society
Positive Persimmon looks to tap into ‘Burnham bounce’ on housebuilding
The UK housebuilder Persimmon has lifted its outlook for the full year, saying it is “well-placed” to benefit from the prime minister Andy Burnham’s...
Society
Indian journalist Tarun Tejpal sentenced to 10 years in jail for rape
Tehelka, the magazine Tejpal co-founded in 2000, had published a number of scoops, many of them based on sting operations.Some of these stories -...