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U.K.’s Starmer faces calls to quit over Mandelson security vet. Here’s why
The new information that Mandelson initially failed the vetting, but was still given the role, increases the political pressure on Keir Starmer.
Kensington Gardens shut as police 'assess items'
It comes after a video is shared in which a group claims to have targeted the nearby Embassy of Israel.
Nearly 900 Rohingya refugees dead and missing in shipwrecks in 2025, UNHCR says
The Rohingya mainly leave from huge camps in Bangladesh, where more than 1 million refugees forced to flee across the border from Myanmar's Rakhine state live in squalid conditions.
Fresh arrest for IPL ticket black marketing in Bengaluru; racket exploiting corporate quota loophole
Dominion still has pending lawsuits against election deniers such as Rudy Giuliani and Sidney Powell
Prisoners sue Govt over inhumane conditions
Six prisoners are suing the WA Government over the allegedly inhumane conditions they endured inside Hakea Prison.
Carney aims to secure $1 trillion in investment with global summit in Toronto
The Prime Minister's Office says the aim of the summit is to unleash $1 trillion in investment over the next five years to advance nation-building projects.
What is Developed Vetting security clearance at centre of Mandelson row?
The former US ambassador was given a security clearance despite concerns being raised during checks.
Mumbai’s new 12-car local train to launch soon – Here’s what commuters can expect
Elderly Frenchwoman held by ICE has returned to France, foreign ministry says
An 85-year-old Frenchwoman who was arrested by ICE after her American veteran husband died, has returned to France, the foreign ministry announced Friday. The detention of Marie-Thérèse Ross – who...
Russia is 'going backwards' in equipment and deploying post WWII-era tanks, according to Western officials
• Jailed Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich denied detention appeal in Moscow • Putin visits Russian troops at military headquarters in Kherson • Watch moment WSJ journalist appears in R...
Russian media mocks Anthony Albanese as country reaps billions in oil profits from Iran war
Anthony Albanese has been ruthlessly mocked by Russia over an announcement about securing 100 million barrels of diesel.
Canadian military procurement faces ‘persistent challenges,’ audit warns
The audit said it found "persistent challenges" in the procurement system, even though it is “evolving rapidly” under Prime Minster Mark Carney's government.
Police respond to incident near Israeli embassy in London
‘Discarded items’ assessed as officers investigate video in which group claims to have targeted embassy with drones Police in protective clothing are responding to an incident near the Israeli emba...
Watch live: RFK Jr. testifies before House on HHS priorities
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will testify before the House Education and Workforce Committee Friday morning on the administration’s priorities for health care. Ke...
TCS Nashik case: Hunt on for absconding female employee; cops reach Mumbai, husband questioned
Nashik Crime Branch officers are actively searching for a female employee, an accused in a TCS harassment and alleged religious conversion case, who has been absconding and residing in Mumbra for t...
Nigeria: Students abducted enroute to Uni entrance exams
The governor did not specify the exact number of those kidnapped, but local media said it was 17. The incident comes amid a surge in violence in different parts of the country.
Australia could join international coalition to clear the Strait of Hormuz
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will hold talks with world leaders tonight in a major development to clear the Strait of Hormuz.
Bride's white wedding dress is covered in black paint moments before she walked down the aisle in 'revenge' attack by her sister-in-law
Gemma Monk, 35, was forced to change dresses last minute after Antonia Eastwood launched the 'revenge' attack on May 24, 2024.
Live updates: RFK Jr. back in hot seat; Trump to court young voters as GOP midterm fears grow
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Friday will testify once again before a House panel on the Trump administration’s health care agenda. It comes a day after he was grille...
India smartphone shipments fall to 6-year low in Q1 amid price hikes: Counterpoint
Students heading to Uni entrance exams abducted in Nigeria
The governor did not specify the exact number of those kidnapped, but local media said it was 17. The incident comes amid a surge in violence in different parts of the country.
‘He turns size into motivation’: Calgary Flames goalie inspires young fan to dream big
'It was just a really cool moment,' said 10-year-old Kade Heisler. 'I've never been to an NHL practice before.'
Ben Roberts-Smith walks out of jail after being granted bail
Ben Roberts-Smith has walked out of a Sydney prison on Friday evening, hours after he was granted bail by a judge.
Former Radio 1 DJ and Live Aid presenter Andy Kershaw dies aged 66
The broadcaster was known for his eclectic taste and for helping champion world music on BBC Radio 1.
Supreme Court changes coming? Swalwell shakes up California governor’s race: Join Friday’s Whole Hog
Is President Trump trying to nudge older conservatives off the Supreme Court? Did former Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) just give the GOP a shot at the California governor’s mansion? Will the U.S. b...
‘Behaviour of goons’: Dushyant Chautala accuses Haryana police officer of aiming pistol at him
Parts of Saskatchewan hit by April snowstorm
Saskatchewan dealt with another snow storm on Thursday, prompting some road closures and non-travel advisories. The storm arrived in the province after a mild start to the week.
Hormuz standoff shows no signs of letting up for vital shipping to resume from Gulf
Maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz remained at minimal levels on Friday resulting in a giant parking lot, as the US-Iran standoff continues with the same cautious approach since Monday.
Cold snap to blast millions of Aussies
Millions of Australians are bracing for some of the year’s coldest nights on record as a massive cold front sends temperatures plummeting.
Reese Witherspoon warns AI is three times more likely to replace women
Reese Witherspoon urged women to learn how to use AI, warning that their jobs are three times more likely to be replaced by artificial intelligence than men's.
Middle East crisis live: Tense Lebanon ceasefire holds as countries dispute withdrawal of Israeli troops
Israel said it has not achieved its goal of disarming Hezbollah, which it will do either through diplomatic or military activities In case you’re just joining us, here are the latest developments i...
71-year-old retired Bengal teacher becomes Instagram’s favourite for singing ‘Khat’
Brussels launched an age checking app. Hackers say it takes 2 minutes to break it.
Cyber experts say they have found holes in Brussels' age verification app, despite claims by the EU executive that it is "technically ready.”
The Curator: 10 best washable rugs you can get in 2026
Rugs you’ll love living with as much as we do - including a few from brands Cozey, Ruggable and more.
Major highway shut after truck rolls, crashes
A major regional Victorian highway has been closed in both directions after a truck rolled and crashed, sparking traffic chaos.
