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Raphael Glucksmann elected centre-left French presidential candidate

Eurodeputy Raphael Glucksmann was on Sunday elected the centre-left candidate for next year's French presidential elections, organisers of the vote said, winning comfortably in the first round.

Poland holds suspect in alleged assassination plot against PM Tusk

Polish police are investigating after arresting a man suspected of plotting an attack against Prime Minister Donald Tusk and defence minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz, the interior ministry told AFP on Sunday.

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Opinion Debate Revisits Privilege and the Meaning of Noblesse Oblige

A New York Post opinion column argues that affluent progressive activists apply a concept they have criticized in other political and racial contexts.

Russian Strike in Kyiv Region Kills at Least 27 and Forces Evacuations

At least 27 people were killed in the Bucha district near Kyiv, where an attack damaged homes, started a major fire and prompted the evacuation of more than 370 people.

US Accelerates Review for 30-Year Trans-Alaska Pipeline Renewal

The Bureau of Land Management shortened public consultation to 15 days for a proposed 30-year renewal of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System right-of-way.

At least 37 dead after Russian strike on depot near Kyiv

At least 37 people were killed when an overnight Russian drone strike on a depot near Kyiv sparked a huge fire and explosions, authorities said Saturday.

Clashes in Niamey after troops attempt to storm presidential palace

Clashes erupted in Niger's capital on Saturday between the presidential guard and elements of the armed forces, after a night of heavy gunfire in parts of the city.

At least 27 dead after Russian strike on depot near Kyiv

At least 27 people have died after a Russian drone struck a depot near Kyiv's western suburbs overnight, sparking a huge fire and explosions, authorities said Saturday.

Southwark Council Error Leaves Vulnerable Woman Without Phone Service

The vulnerable woman's finances are managed by the South London council

Wormwood Scrubs Failings Found After Wife's Urgent Warning Went Unheeded

The Ombudsman found "significant failings" by the prison on the night Isaiah Olugosi died

US Cancels Taif Sami Mohammed's Visa and Adds Her to Watchlist

During the Biden administration, the State Department called Taif Mohammed a 'front-line leader against corrupt practices'

Vijay Orders More Rehabilitation Opportunities During Puzhal Prison Visit

CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay on Friday inspected Puzhal Central Prison and directed prison authorities to provide the inmates wit.

Tamil Nadu Assembly Clash Continues Over 10.5% Vanniyar Reservation

CHENNAI: The war of words over the 10.5% internal reservation for vanniyars continued in the assembly on Friday, with the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam gov.

Chennai Waste Debate Pits Worker Demands Against Dumping Complaints

Conservancy workers demand permanent jobs and benefits, while residents call for action against persistent open dumping in Chennai.

Hawaiʻi Supreme Court Ruling Removes Waters From Council Contest

The Hawai‘i Supreme Court found Waters ineligible to run for reelection this year.

Iceland votes on whether to resume EU membership talks

Icelanders began voting Saturday in a referendum on whether to resume membership negotiations with the European Union, in a tight race that will be closely watched in Brussels.

Heavy gunfire rocks Niger capital, state TV signal cut

Niger's national television was off air on Saturday after a night of heavy gunfire in parts of the capital, including around a military base near the city's airport which has been attacked twice this year by jihadists.

Saudi customs seize 1.95 million amphetamine pills in lentil shipment

Saudi customs officers discovered 1,950,581 amphetamine pills concealed in a truck carrying lentils at the Al-Haditha border crossing.

Syria warns Israeli actions could push region toward wider war

Syria’s UN ambassador Ibrahim Olabi has accused Israel of escalating regional tensions through airstrikes and incursions while Damascus participates in US-backed diplomacy.

Trump says Russia will not attack NATO as CIA chief visits Moscow

US President Donald Trump has rejected suggestions that Russia is preparing to attack NATO territory after CIA Director John Ratcliffe held unannounced talks in Moscow.

Number of missing in Nepal, China floods soars to nearly 3,000

Rescuers in Nepal and China were still battling Saturday to locate thousands of people missing days after a deadly, tsunami-like wall of water and debris swept through the Himalayan region, engulfing villages.

In war-split Myanmar 'spirit consorts' commune across divide

As monsoon rains pound the heartlands of war-fractured Myanmar, "spirit consorts" gather to renew their vows with a pantheon of gods hailed for their powers to protect and destroy.

Trump announces deal for huge US stake in Venezuelan oil reserves

President Donald Trump said Friday his administration has reached a huge oil deal with Venezuela that gives the United States majority control of 65 billion barrels of proven petroleum reserves.

ICE detains British far-right activist Milo Yiannopoulos in Louisiana

British far-right activist Milo Yiannopoulos has been detained by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Louisiana, federal records show.

Milo Yiannopoulos held by ICE after missing immigration hearing

US immigration authorities say Milo Yiannopoulos was detained at a Louisiana airport after overstaying his immigration status and missing a removal hearing.

Essex council hires private guards as Wethersfield asylum centre expands

Reform-led Essex County Council plans to deploy private security guards in three urban areas as the Wethersfield asylum centre temporarily increases capacity.

Haakon VIII becomes Norway's king after Harald V dies at 89

Haakon VIII has succeeded to Norway's throne after King Harald V died at Oslo University Hospital at the age of 89.

US says Hormuz mines cleared as diplomacy and military deployments continue

US Central Command says mines laid by Iran's Revolutionary Guard have been cleared from the Strait of Hormuz, while Qatar pursues de-escalation and another US carrier prepares to deploy.

Kuwait and Pakistan sign military cooperation agreement

Kuwait and Pakistan have signed an agreement intended to expand operational coordination, expertise sharing and readiness between their armed forces.

GSA employees report mice, ceiling damage and cloudy water after Washington office move

About 1,600 General Services Administration employees have been moved to another federal building in Washington, where workers report maintenance and water-quality concerns.

Dollar rallies after Fed chief lifts rate expectations

Wall Street stocks dipped while the dollar rallied Friday after Federal Reserve chief Kevin Warsh flagged fighting high inflation as a priority in a speech received as more hawkish than expected.

Driven by distraction? Trump steps up stunts as US midterms loom

From trolling Canada about a lake to suddenly talking about Kim Jong Un, US President Donald Trump's recent distractions speak louder than words.

Number of missing in deadly Nepal, China floods jumps past 2,400

The number of people missing in Nepal and China surpassed 2,400 Friday, underscoring the scale of the disaster days after a tsunami-like wall of water and debris swept away villages and killed hundreds.

Trump announces new US 'Space Academy'

President Donald Trump on Friday announced the creation of a "Space Academy" to train future civilian and military recruits for an arena where the United States faces rivalry with China.

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