Notorious Mexican drug lord among 29 extradited to US
Rafael Caro Quintero arrived in New York late on Thursday and was escorted by FBI agents.
Israel’s army admits failures on Oct. 7. Its probe of the attack could put pressure on Netanyahu – The Associated Press
- Israel's army admits failures on Oct. 7. Its probe of the attack could put pressure on Netanyahu The Associated Press
- Israel's military publishes first report on 7 October 2023 failures BBC.com
- Israel army probe reveals ‘complete failure’ in preventing October 7 attack Al Jazeera English
- Investigation highlights Israeli intelligence failures in lead-up to Hamas’ October 7 attack CNN
- Entire Gaza Division was overrun for hours, and IDF didn’t know it; 767 troops faced 5,000 terrorists The Times of Israel
China pledges ‘countermeasures’ after Trump announces new 10% tariff
China’s Ministry of Commerce accuses Washington of 'shifting the blame and shirking responsibility' over opioid crisis.
Pope Francis has restful night amid clinical improvements – Vatican News – English
- Pope Francis has restful night amid clinical improvements Vatican News - English
- Pope Francis, two weeks into hospital stay, continues slow recovery Reuters
- Pope’s Illness Is Surrounded by Intrigue Over Possible Resignation The New York Times
- Spanish bishops: Conditions for Pope Francis to resign are not met Catholic News Agency
- Pope reaches 2-week mark at hospital with pneumonia and doctors suggest he's overcome the worst Yahoo
Lattouf says unlawful termination case exposes ‘systemic racism and rot at heart of ABC’
In closing submissions, broadcaster proposes ‘modest’ payout to journalist if it loses high-stakes battle
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Antoinette Lattouf says her protracted legal fight with the national broadcaster has revealed “the systemic racism and rot at the heart of the ABC”.
In an emotional press conference outside Sydney’s federal court at the conclusion of the case, Lattouf said of her dismissal from the ABC and the fallout: “This saga has undoubtedly been the most difficult of my entire life.”
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Continue reading...Exclusive: Airline pilots surprised by Chinese live-fire warning near Australia, messages show – Reuters
- Exclusive: Airline pilots surprised by Chinese live-fire warning near Australia, messages show Reuters
- China’s Military Puts Pacific on Notice as U.S. Priorities Shift The New York Times
- After U.S. Navy, Now Chinese PLA Navy “Mocks” New Zealand’s Nuclear-Free Policy Amid Fears Of Nuke Subs In The Region EurAsian Times
- China flexes military muscle in Indo-Pacific, testing US and allies Voice of America
Gaza war survivors mark another sombre Ramadan far from home
More than 1,400 Palestinians evacuated to Doha mark Ramadan away from Gaza, longing to reunite with their families.
Russia’s seizures offer warning to Western firms hoping for Trump-inspired return – Reuters
- Russia's seizures offer warning to Western firms hoping for Trump-inspired return Reuters
- Why American Businesses Aren’t Raring to Get Back Into Russia The New York Times
- What CEOs Know about Putin that Stumps Donald Trump TIME
- From fashion to cars, Russian markets pose new test for Western brands weighing return Yahoo Finance
- Will US companies return to Russia? Morning Brew
Mapping Ukraine’s rare earth and critical minerals
Ukraine holds deposits of 22 out of 34 minerals the EU classifies as critical. Many are in parts controlled by Russia.
For Ukraine “bad deal worse than no deal”
Analyst James Nixey talks about how Ukraine “isn't getting enough back” in the deal on rare earth minerals with the US.
Doug Ford wins Ontario election on back of tariff rallying cry
Progressive Conservative premier of Canada’s most populous province retains office and vows to work with all sides of politics in ‘fighting back against Donald Trump’
Doug Ford, the incumbent premier of Canada’s Ontario province, has declared victory in an election returning his Progressive Conservative party to office for a rarely won third term.
The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) projected a sweeping victory for the Progressive Conservatives, with 43% of the vote.
Continue reading...Tens of thousands of Palestinians seek shelter after Israeli assaults across the West Bank – The Associated Press
- Tens of thousands of Palestinians seek shelter after Israeli assaults across the West Bank The Associated Press
- CNN goes inside West Bank amid Israeli military operation CNN
- Israeli tanks enter Jenin in occupied West Bank as military operation displaces more than 40,000 Palestinians CBS News
- 'It'll be a disaster': Uncertainty for thousands forced from West Bank camps by Israeli raids BBC.com
- Oxfam warns of ‘Gazafication’ of West Bank amid Israeli operation Vatican News
Japanese woman under investigation for kissing BTS’s Jin
The incident happened during a public event where the K-pop star hugged 1,000 fans.
Doug Ford reelected as Ontario’s premier with mandate to fight Trump tariffs – The Associated Press
- Doug Ford reelected as Ontario’s premier with mandate to fight Trump tariffs The Associated Press
- Doug Ford wins Ontario election on back of tariff rallying cry The Guardian
- Canada: 5 Indo-Canadians elected as Ontario’s Progressive Conservatives win third term Hindustan Times
- Ontario's Doug Ford says in claiming election win he has a "mandate" to take on Trump Axios
- Doug Ford Re-elected as Ontario Premier in Vote Pitched as Fight Against Trump The New York Times
Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand – US Embassy in Thailand – USEmbassy.gov
- Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Bangkok, Thailand US Embassy in Thailand - USEmbassy.gov
- US Embassy in Thailand warns Americans of 'violent retaliatory attacks' risk after Uyghurs deported to China Yahoo
- Thailand deports 48 Uighurs to China despite human rights concerns Al Jazeera English
- US embassy issues security alert in Thailand after Uyghurs' deportation to China Reuters
- Thailand deports dozens of Uyghurs to China BBC.com
Judge overthrows conviction of owners of New Zealand island where 22 died in volcanic eruption – The Associated Press
Kurdish militant leader jailed by Turkey tells his movement to disarm and dissolve – The Washington Post
- Kurdish militant leader jailed by Turkey tells his movement to disarm and dissolve The Washington Post
- One of the world’s longest conflicts may be ending The Economist
- Jailed PKK leader tells group to lay down arms, end conflict with Turkiye Al Jazeera English
- The Guardian view on Turkey and the PKK: an elusive peace is in view once more | Editorial The Guardian
- What to Know About the Turkey-P.K.K. Conflict The New York Times
Canada’s Doug Ford wins Ontario election focused on Trump’s tariffs
Progressive Conservative Party wins third consecutive majority in vote dominated by trade tensions.
Cook Islands China deal riles allies as West’s grip loosens
The recent spree of deals between the two is upsetting traditional allies wary of Beijing.
Cook Islands China deal riles allies as West’s grip loosens – BBC.com
- Cook Islands China deal riles allies as West’s grip loosens BBC.com
- Cook Islands PM survives no-confidence vote over China pact Reuters
- Cook Islands Says It Has Signed Cooperation Pacts With China Bloomberg
- China cooks up trouble in the South Pacific GZERO Media
- In Sign of Deepening Ties, China Signs Agreements With Cook Islands Foundation for Defense of Democracies