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Saudi civil defence issues emergency alert in Najran
Saudi civil defence issues emergency alert in Najran Saudi Arabia’s Civil Defence issued a warning alert in Najran, later announcing that the danger had passed. It urged residents to continue following guidelines issued by the civil…
U2 on Dolly Parton's final duet; and the 'grudge match' behind their new album
The rock group discuss Parton's final recording before her death, and why they refuse to be censored on stage.
Japan's stock benchmark Nikkei tumbles more than 6% after trading opens
Japan’s stock benchmark Nikkei tumbled more than 6% after trading opened Friday
Tempted by snacks before bed? Here's why - and what you can do about it
There are biological reasons why you may reach for sweet treats before bed, but you can change the habit.
Former Mississippi district attorney sentenced to more than 3 years in prison for bribery scheme
The former district attorney of Mississippi’s largest county was sentenced Thursday to more than three years in prison over a bribery scheme that engulfed multiple local officials
Andrew received up to £2,000 per month from sub-letting, watchdog reports
The income went to the former prince rather than his landlord the Crown Estate.
Abdul El-Sayed has already found something he wants to work with Trump on
The senator-elect from Michigan, who has accused Israel of genocide in Gaza, has backed Trump’s idea to cut $4 billion in aid to the Middle Eastern country
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Japan Protests Russia’s Seizure of Japan Tobacco Assets
Japan has protested Russia’s seizure of Japan Tobacco International’s local assets, government officials said, the latest development in an escalating diplomatic spat between the two nations.
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Trump signs proclamation to try to prevent changes to gold-covered Oval Office
President seeks to make Oval Office a national monument to ensure designs are not ‘ripped down by stupid people’ Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Thursday that he says will prevent future administrations from changing his design of…
Marco Rubio denies plans to resign as 2028 speculation grows
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio dismissed reports on Thursday that he planned to leave the administration after Republican midterm losses, telling The New York Times he intended to serve through the end of President Donald Trump’s term…
Israeli settlers set fire to Palestinian olive grove near Ramallah
Israeli settlers have set fire to olive trees belonging to Palestinian farmers in the village of Burqa, near Ramallah.
Turkiye’s parliament ratifies Mecca defence agreement
Parliament's approval lays the groundwork for further Turkish involvement in Saudi Arabia's conflict with the Houthis.
Duran & Osmand spark Celtic into life - but where does that leave Hogh?
Martin O'Neill has previously said he is unsure of his best team, but it is now obvious that Camilo Duran is Celtic's best option through the middle.
Thatcher's Right to Buy split my estate. Now its days could be numbered
Labour is weakening Margaret Thatcher's landmark housing policy. Will it really fix Britain's social housing woes?
Trump met Russian envoy after he appeared with Melania Trump and Ukrainians
Trump again said a major Russia-Ukraine deal is 'very close', but gave no specifics.
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Pope begins lengthy trip to Latin America weeks after lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo, who had part of a lung removed last month, will visit Uruguay, Argentina and Peru.
'I was asked if I was a crier': Your worst job interviews revealed
Bad job interviews can be horrible to experience in the moment, but there is a lot they can teach us about the world of work
Inbetweeners star Emily Atack says Rivals role 'completely changed my life'
Emily Atack first burst onto the acting scene as a teenager two decades ago
Beavers make historic return to Loch Ness after 500 years
The beavers were relocated to Loch Ness from another part of Scotland and released on Wednesday
Prince William opens up about private life in special edition of Country Life
William follows in the footsteps of King Charles, Queen Camilla, and the Princess Royal, who have all helped edit Country Life magazine
Parents issue urgent plea for stem cell donor to save baby boy with rare blood condition
Baby Ellis was diagnosed with Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome after months of hospital appointments
Storms and soaring costs combine to send shopper footfall sliding in October
Overall footfall was down 3.1% in Northern Ireland, 4.3% in Scotland, 4.6% in England and by 6.3% in Wales.