Gaza Division intel officer on October 7 formally dismissed from the IDF

Lt. Col. 'Aleph,' who derided warnings ahead of Hamas onslaught, has for months been fighting legal battle against his ouster; name still barred from publication amid court appeal

Australia immigration crackdown: visas for international students and backpackers targeted

The government wants to reduce net overseas migration to 225,000 people by 2028.

Breast cancer: Life extending drug is now available on NHS in England

Thousands of women in England with an incurable form of breast cancer will gain access a life extending drug on the NHS after successful negotiations over its cost. NHS England will make trastuzumab deruxtecan (Enhertu, made by Daiichi Sankyo and Astra Zeneca) available to around 1000 women with HER2 low advanced or metastatic breast cancer whose disease has progressed after treatment. This came after an updated recommendation from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) that has been hailed as “momentous” by campaigners, who previously criticised the decision not to recommend the treatment.1 The deal follows changes to NHS rules determining which drugs provide value for money that were made as part of the UK-US drug pricing deal.2 HER2 low is a subgroup of breast cancer …

New wild cat species is identified for first time in 100 years, researchers say

Researchers say they’ve identified a new species of wild cat previously unknown to science. The Tilcayo tiger cat is smaller than a typical house cat and lives in the Bolivian cloud forest.

Serbia launches assembly factory for Israeli drones to enhance military capabilities

Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vučić announced on Thursday the inauguration of an assembly factory for Israeli-made drones in the Balkan country, aimed at bolstering its military capabilities. In April, Vučić revealed Serbia’s plans to produce combat drones in collaboration with Israel. According to regional news service BIRN, the Serbian state arms producer Yugoimport SDPR is set […]

Clashes kill 26 people in disputed Sudan-South Sudan border

Another 82 were wounded in the Abyei region, where violence is frequent as the region's status remains unresolved.

At least 21 killed after war-damaged Gaza building collapses

Some 10 families had reportedly been living in the six-storey building in Gaza City that was hit by an Israeli strike last year.

US House passes sanctions, tariff bill to raise economic pressure on Russia

The U.S. House ​of Representatives passed ‌on Wednesday a sweeping sanctions ​and tariff ​bill intended to increase ⁠economic pressure ​on Russia over ​its 2022 invasion of Ukraine, nearly ​1-1/2 years ​after the late U.S. ‌Senator ⁠Lindsey Graham, a South Carolina Republican, introduced it ​with ​dozens ⁠of other senators.

Canada invited to become EU’s first ‘associate member’ as Trump trade war intensifies

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said the bloc wants to open the door for Canada to become its first associate member, signaling a major deepening of ties.

South Korean court orders North Korea to pay damages over 2020 liaison office demolition, media reports

A Seoul court on Wednesday ordered North Korea to pay 44.6 billion won ($32.5 million) in damages over its 2020 demolition of an inter-Korean liaison office, South Korean media reported, marking the first ruling in a lawsuit brought by South Korea against Pyongyang.

Gold mine collapse kills at least 70 people in Sudan’s West Kordofan

Dozens of artisanal miners have been killed after a series of adjoining mining shafts collapsed.

Kosovo’s former President Thaci convicted of war crimes | AP News

A European Union-backed court has convicted former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci of four counts of war crimes during Kosovo's war for independence from Serbia.

Boehly and Walter sell Chelsea shares as Clearlake Capital takes full control of club

The club’s American chair left the club after the deal was secured and said: ‘I am confident that Chelsea is well positioned’

Charlotte, North Carolina, To Be Home of WTA Finals and Global HQ for WTA

Rep. Thomas Massie moves to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the Iran war

Rep. Thomas Massie has moved to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The Kentucky Republican alleges that Hegseth has waged the Iran war illegally, among other "high crimes and misdemeanors."

Two sailors missing after tanker attacked in Strait of Hormuz, Oman says

Iran says El Gaia caught fire after hitting mines, but the US says the oil tanker was struck by a missile and then a drone.

Nato jets shoot down drone that flew into Lithuanian airspace

The origin of the drone is currently unknown, but authorities say it likely entered Lithuania from neighbouring Belarus, an ally of Russia.

Denmark says Russian warship fired flares at military helicopter

The Danish prime minister has accused Russia of "reckless" behaviour, while the Kremlin is yet to comment.

Dutch roads and rail lines blocked as farmers start fires in budget protest

Dutch farmers started fires near highways on Tuesday, disrupting traffic as they protested against the government budget, while saboteurs also tied pipes to railway tracks ahead of the state opening of parliament.

Bangladesh court sentences 7 Hasina allies to death

The latest verdict brings to 22 the number of death sentences handed down in cases stemming from the 2024 uprising that ended Sheikh Hasina's 15-year rule.

Motorist arrested in LA bus collision that came before news helicopter crash | AP News

A motorist has been arrested on murder charges after authorities say she slammed her SUV into a city bus in Los Angeles.

For the first time, Japan has more than 100,000 centenarians

Japan has been gripped by a declining population for decades, but one age group is adding new members and there are more of them than ever.

Protesting shepherds, farmers clash with Romanian police

Protesting shepherds and farmers, joined by far-right groups, clashed with riot police in Romania Tuesday, leaving two dozen people hurt as they called for a ban on live sheep exports to be overturned…

Asian Games cruise ship arrives as accommodation complaints grow

A cruise ship that will house thousands of athletes at the Asian Games arrived in Japan on Tuesday as complaints over accommodation at the multi-sport event grew louder. The Italian cruise ship Costa Serena docked in Nagoya, where most of the Games are taking place until October 4. Around 4,000…

US confirms for first time it has deployed space weapons

The US Air Force Secretary says the weapons are necessary to defend the country against enemy action.

Houthis seize strategic Red Sea islands as analysts warn of impending oil crunch

The Yemen militant group captured the islands of Greater and Lesser Hanish, new the chokepoint of Bab al-Mandab strait

Westminster coming to an end, say Welsh, Scottish and Northern Irish leaders

The leaders of Plaid Cymru, SNP and Sinn Fein say the UK government should prepare for constitutional change.

US judge blocks Trump limits on how long foreign students, journalists can stay

A federal judge ​blocked Trump's administration from implementing a rule that would limit how long ‌foreign students and journalists can remain without applying for extensions.

Houthis attack Saudi Arabia as Gulf-Iran talks are postponed

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis launched a new attack on Saudi Arabia on Monday and Gulf Arab states postponed planned talks with Iran, raising concerns the Middle East conflict could spread further ​and threaten global oil supplies.

'Widow's Bay' breaks Emmys comedy record with 14 wins, including best series - Los Angeles Times

Apple TV’s ‘Widow’s Bay’ took home a record-breaking 14 Emmys — including best series — the most ever for a comedy.

Jean Smart Wins Emmy for 'Hacks' Final Season

Jean Smart won the lead comedy actress Emmy — her fifth time in a row for 'Hacks.'

Ex-CIA boss was at Ukrainian station when Russian drone struck train

Former US CIA director David Petraeus was at a Ukrainian train station at the very moment a Russian drone struck a passenger train on Sunday, shortly after a diplomatic train carrying former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and other foreign dignitaries had passed through.

What to know about Sweden's election Sunday | AP News

Sweden is holding an election Sunday that will determine whether a conservative leader remains in charge and a hard-right party wins ministerial jobs for the first time, or whether the center-left returns to power.

Zverev crushes Shelton’s American dream to win US Open

Germany's Alexander Zverev beats American Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6 (2), 5-7, 6-2 to win the men's singles title in New York.

USA rallies to defeat France, win FIBA Women's World Cup gold medal: Highlights

USA will face France in the World Cup final Sunday in Berlin in a rematch of the 2024 Olympic gold-medal game. Here's live look with the score and highlights.

Kosovo gets new government but impasse persists | AP News

Kosovo lawmakers have voted in a new government led by Prime Minister Albin Kurti. It follows an early election in June amid a prolonged political crisis.