Three people killed after shooting in Sweden
The incident took place at a hair salon in the town of Uppsala, Swedish media report.
UN Secretary-General: Two-state solution ‘near a point of no return’
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres says a two-state solution is “at risk of dwindling to the point of disappearance."
Unrwa says Israel has abused detained staff and used some as human shields
Accusation from UN agency comes as Red Crescent medic held since deadly Israeli attack on ambulances is freed
The embattled UN agency for Palestinian refugees, Unrwa, has accused Israel of abusing dozens of its staff in military detention and using some as human shields.
The head of the agency, Philippe Lazzarini, said that more than 50 staff members, including teachers, doctors and social workers, had been detained and abused since the start of the 18-month-long war in Gaza.
Continue reading...Canada election: Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre loses seat he held since 2004
Following election loss to Mark Carney’s Liberals, Poilievre is likely to face questions over his future as party leader
Canada’s Conservative leader, Pierre Poilievre, has lost his own seat in the country’s general election, in a stunning blow for the 45-year-old career politician who until recently had been widely expected to become the country’s next prime minister.
Although Conservatives increased both their seat count and vote share, Mark Carney’s Liberal party secured control of parliament, and Poilievre’s defeat in the Carleton electoral district is certain to fuel mounting questions over his future as party leader.
Continue reading...‘Bombs and bullets were like rain’: 50 years on from the fall of Saigon and the end of the Vietnam war
Xuan Phuong, a war correspondent who is now 96, recalls her entry into the city after South Vietnam’s surrender
The day that Saigon fell, Xuan Phuong, a war correspondent, could only hear shouting and commotion. It was 30 April 1975, and helicopters were frantically lifting personnel and civilians from the US embassy.
Phuong, who had travelled down from the north, was initially held back by troops who said fighting was still continuing. When she was finally able to reach the centre of the city the following day, 1 May, she found chaos. Clothes and luggage were scattered and discarded along the streets. Buildings were being looted.
Continue reading...At least three killed in Sweden shooting: Police
Police say a murder investigation has been launched after deadly shooting in Swedish city of Uppsala.
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At least 22 people killed in restaurant fire in northeast China
Three others were injured in blaze that engulfed a multi-storey building in Liaoyang, authorities say.
Israel releases Gaza paramedic who survived deadly attack on health workers
Assaad al-Nassasra freed from detention after surviving Israeli 'massacre' of 15 Palestinian medics in Rafah.
Felling of Sycamore Gap Tree Was ‘Deliberate and Mindless,’ Prosecutor Says – The New York Times
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Kim Kardashian robbery accused, 71, says he ‘totally regrets’ $10m heist
Yunice Abbas claims he acted as lookout in Paris hotel lobby while US celebrity’s jewellery was taken at gunpoint
A 71-year-old man who has said he played a bit part in a jewellery heist in which Kim Kardashian was robbed at gunpoint in 2016 has said he “totally regretted” having participated.
Yunice Abbas is one of 10 people on trial in Paris for having taken part in the robbery on the night of 2-3 October.
Continue reading...Amazon allegedly mulls displaying Trump tariff costs: Report
The White House calls the decision ‘hostile’ as the e-commerce giant denies any proposal is under consideration.
Donald Trump’s 100-day report card
Donald Trump’s second term began with a blitz of executive orders. Here’s what he’s done in 100 days.
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From tariffs and trade to immigration and foreign policy, it’s been a chaotic first 100 days in office for Donald Trump.
France says Russian hackers behind attack on Macron’s 2017 presidential campaign
Foreign ministry says Russian military intelligence has attacked a dozen French entities since 2021 including a TV station
France has accused Russian military intelligence of carrying out a massive cyber-attack on Emmanuel Macron’s first presidential campaign in 2017 as well as several other recent major hacks, including on a TV station and an organisation involved in the Paris Olympics.
The French foreign ministry said for the first time on Tuesday that it was Russian hackers who had targeted Macron’s campaign team in 2017, adding that other Russian targets had included French media and an organisation involved in the 2024 Olympics.
Continue reading...How much revenue has the US earned from Trump’s tariffs?
While 'reciprocal tariffs' have been paused for 90 days, there are still some tariffs in place.
Japan, Philippines pledge to deepen security ties amid China tensions
Japan's Ishiba and Philippines's Marcos meet in Manila as nations confront China's assertiveness in South China Sea.
Carney gave a eulogy for Canada’s old relationship with the US. Now he must redefine it
Prime minister pledges to reduce country’s reliance on US trade – but must navigate competing visions for the future
In his victory speech early on Tuesday, Mark Carney wasted little time calling for a dramatic reshaping of his government’s relationship with the United States, arguing that threats from Donald Trump cast doubt Canada’s ability to function as a “free, sovereign, and ambitious” nation.
The former central banker and investment executive had for months focused his electoral campaign on the threats from Canada’s largest trading partner and longtime political ally.
Continue reading...Spain lights up after massive blackout
People cheered and danced in Spain's streets as power was restored following a massive, hours-long blackout.
Canada will deal with Trump ‘on our terms’, Carney tells BBC
Speaking exclusively to the BBC, Canada's PM says he will only visit the US when there is a "serious discussion to be had".