Ecuador’s Noboa faces escalating protests over rise in diesel costs
The country's largest Indigenous group, CONAIE, has organised protests against Noboa's decision to cut a fuel subsidy.
Trump’s ‘maximum pressure’ on Israel won Gaza ceasefire, White House says – The Washington Post
- Trump’s ‘maximum pressure’ on Israel won Gaza ceasefire, White House says The Washington Post
- Israel-Hamas Deal Paves Way for Gaza Cease-Fire: Live Updates The New York Times
- Trump’s people said the quiet part out loud at today’s Cabinet meeting The Independent
- President Trump Holds Cabinet Meeting C-SPAN
- Trump sees peace — and personal vindication — within reach in Gaza AP News
Arizona sheriff’s office misused millions set aside to remedy racial profiling
Report reveals Maricopa county spent huge sums on items not connected to court-ordered overhaul of agency
The sheriff’s office for metro Phoenix spent millions of dollars budgeted for compliance costs in a racial profiling case over Joe Arpaio’s immigration crackdowns on things that had little or nothing to do with a court-ordered overhaul of the agency, according to an expert’s report.
The report released on Wednesday criticized the use of compliance money by the Maricopa county sheriff’s office to fund personnel costs and tasks, either in part or in full, that are not connected to the overhaul.
Continue reading...‘Should throw them out of NATO’: Trump blasts Spain over defence spending
The US president has harboured a months-long feud with Spain after it rejected his call to increase NATO defence funds.
Tech billionaires seem to be doom prepping. Should we all be worried?
The debate is ramping up about what happens if - or when - computer intelligence overtakes humans
Palestinians in Gaza’s south relearn sound of peace after truce deal
The first phase of a Gaza ceasefire agreement has dramatically reduced Israeli attacks in southern Gaza.
Watch: How Trump’s relationships helped pull off a Gaza deal
The BBC's Anthony Zurcher breaks down how the US president's connections have brought about a breakthrough moment for the Middle East.
How South Korea is using a holographic cop to fight crime
A life-sized holographic police officer has been installed in central Seoul in a bid to deter crime. The BBC took to the streets to ask people if they think it’ll work.
Judge temporarily blocks Trump’s effort to deploy national guard in Chicago
Much-anticipated judgment centers on efforts by Trump administration to use troops to aid immigration crackdown
A judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from federalizing or deploying the national guard in Illinois after Donald Trump ordered hundreds of troops to Chicago to help with immigration enforcement and to battle what the White House says are high crime rates in the city.
US district judge April Perry issued her decision from the bench after more than two hours of arguments from lawyers for the federal government and the state of Illinois, which sued the Trump administration over the deployment. The order took effect on Thursday and will remain in place for two weeks.
Continue reading...Further arrests made over ‘shocking’ arson attack on Peacehaven mosque
Four people have so far been arrested as part of police investigation into attack in East Sussex, which caused ‘significant damage’
Police have made further arrests over an arson attack on a mosque in East Sussex.
The building in Phyllis Avenue, Peacehaven was badly damaged by the fire at about 9.50pm on Saturday. Nobody was injured, but police said “significant damage” was caused to the front of the building and a nearby vehicle.
Continue reading...US buys Argentinian pesos, finalises $20bn currency swap, says US Treasury
Argentina's right-wing President Milei, a close ally of President Trump, faces a critical midterm election this month.
IDF carries out airstrike in Gaza City as cabinet meets to approve ceasefire deal – The Times of Israel
- IDF carries out airstrike in Gaza City as cabinet meets to approve ceasefire deal The Times of Israel
- In Israel, Two-Year Anniversary of Oct. 7 Attack Is Quiet but Inescapable The New York Times
- Headlines for October 09, 2025 Democracy Now!
- IDF Strike Traps Dozens Under Rubble Just Before Gaza Ceasefire to Begin Newsweek
- IDF says northern Gaza still an active combat zone, warns residents against returning The Times of Israel
What impact has the genocide in Gaza had on US-Israeli relations?
US President Donald Trump pressed Israel's prime minister to agree to a ceasefire deal.
NY Attorney General Letitia James indicted on fraud charges: Reports
James had been a target of US President Trump since successfully suing him for overstating his wealth to dupe lenders.
Trump pressure key for Gaza deal to be more than ‘another one-phase’ truce
Analysts stress Trump pressure essential to prevent Netanyahu from disrupting the Gaza ceasefire for political survival.
How Trump secured a Gaza breakthrough which eluded Biden
Trump's unique style and his relationships with key players helped but there were also factors beyond his control.
How Trump secured a Gaza breakthrough which eluded Biden
Trump's unique style and his relationships with key players helped but there were also factors beyond his control.
Majority of family court cases in England and Wales feature domestic abuse, watchdog says
Commissioner’s review found 87% of cases uncovered physical, psychological or sexual abuse of a family member
Nearly 90% of cases before the family courts in England and Wales show evidence of domestic abuse, a watchdog has disclosed.
Physical, psychological or sexual abuse of a member of the family or household was uncovered in 87% of cases, according to a review ordered by the domestic abuse commissioner, Nicole Jacobs.
Continue reading...Trump’s trade war has India hugging Britain close – politico.eu
- Trump’s trade war has India hugging Britain close politico.eu
- Starmer hails India trade deal as 'launchpad' after meeting Modi BBC
- UK signs $468 mln deal to supply India with missiles Reuters
- British and Indian prime ministers promote trade deal during visit by Starmer ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- Starmer enters parallel universe as red carpet rolled out in India amid trade deal The Guardian
Will Hamas agree to hand over its weapons as part of a Gaza ceasefire deal?
Negotiations over Hamas's disarmament may emerge as a key obstacle to securing a permanent end to Israel's war on Gaza.