Mystery fires were Russian 'test runs' to target cargo flights to US
The attacks targeted couriers in Poland, Germany and the UK, Polish prosecutors say.
The House: This week’s bills
Parliament is back with only a few weeks of debate left before summer and a lot of legislation to debate. Here are the bills up this week.
Knesset Approves Bill Allowing Firing Teachers Who Support Terrorism
"Supporters of terrorism can no longer be teachers in Israel.”
The Long-Awaited Holocaust Museum of Greece is Being Funded by Germany and Will Open in 2026 in Thessaloniki
The Long-Awaited Holocaust Museum of Greece is Being Funded by Germany and Will Open Next Year in Thessaloniki
Rational perspective on SA’s Land debate: History is far more complex than popular narratives
South African history highlights the complexities of land acquisition and the need for nuanced historical discourse.
No Deal in Sight for Hostage Release from Gaza, ‘Not Even a Crumb’
"The truth must be told – there will be no deal now. Not a small one, not a big one, not a crumb."
AG advice could be used to 'undermine' bill - Martin
The Government is "prepared to go the full distance" on the Occupied Territories Bill, including through the European courts, Tánaiste Micheál Martin has insisted.
Explainer: Oldest democracy votes differently from largest one
And voters could also be asked to participate in 'referendums' on issues before the lawmakers in that particular state.
Major French Magazine Accuses Doctors Without Borders of Collaborating with Hamas
Officially guided by the principles of "neutrality and impartiality," around fifty MSF employees have nevertheless defended the massacres of October 7.
Illegal Arab Construction Threatens Traffic on Highway 1
The illegal Bedouin village of Khan Al-Ahmar is expanding and new structures are being added to the existing ones strategically situated on Highway 1, despite several court orders to have the squatter
EXPLAINER | Key facts about the Electoral College and the 2024 US presidential race
Here are some of the rules that could decide the November 5 contest between vice president Kamala Harris and Republican challenger Donald Trump.
US Election night guide: What time do polls close and who is favourite to win?
After months of endless campaigning, election day is finally here and the US presidential race will come to an end tonight.
Accusations fly in Spain over who is to blame for flood disaster
A week on, recriminations fly over who was to blame for Spain's worst natural disaster in living memory.
Tucker Carlson says he thinks abortions cause hurricanes
Tucker Carlson has dismissed scientific evidence that climate change attributes to hurricanes and instead claimed the natural disasters are 'probably' caused by 'abortion'.
US warns of last-minute Iranian and Russian election influence ops
The U.S. Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency is warning about last-minute influence operations conducted by Iranian and Russian actors to undermine the public trust in the integrity and fairness of the upcoming presidential election.
Lack of garda strategy to tackle organised crime - report
An Garda Síochána has been accused by the Garda Inspectorate of not having a strategy to deal with organised crime or transnational organised crime.
Increase SRD grant to R700, says Institute for Economic Justice
The social relief of distress grant, also known as the R350 grant, was introduced in 2020 as a temporary measure to alleviate financial hardship during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Israel 'offers Hamas millions of dollars' for each October 7 hostage'
Israel's prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly offering Hamas 'millions of dollars' for each remaining hostage kidnapped by the terrorist group during the October 7 attacks.
Ahead of the U.S. Presidential Election, Kamala Harris Holds Her Final Rally on the ‘Rocky Steps’ at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Kamala Harris spoke on the 'Rocky Steps', from the Rocky Balboa movies about an underdog boxing champion—a metaphor likely not lost on the candidate.
Canadians await results
Americans are anxiously watching the results of Tuesday's election roll in as a chaotic presidential campaign reaches its peak in a deeply divided United States, where voters in only a handful of battleground states will choose the country’s path forward.
Wayanad landslide: Land acquisition for rehabilitation of survivors to be expedited
Revenue Minister expedites land acquisition for Chooralmala landslide survivors in Wayanad, despite Centre's funding delays.
Dáil passes Finance Bill, paving way for General Election
The Finance Bill, which underpins Budget 2025, has passed all stages in the Dáil by a margin of 75 to 55 in what was a guillotine vote.
RTO to probe operator’s failure to provide accommodation to students
Kerala Human Rights Commission orders investigation into tour operator's failure to arrange accommodation for students on picnic.
Treaty Principles Bill: 'Paruwaru' politics doesn't stop hīkoi for kotahitanga
A hīkoi from the top of the North Island to Wellington is still on, despite the Treaty Principles Bill being introduced to Parliament ahead of schedule.
#EndBadGovernance: Private school owners offer scholarships to released minors
President Bola Tinubu ordered the release of the protesters on Monday following the widespread outrage over the treatment of 52 minors among them.
Everything you need to know ahead of Ireland's General Election
Everything you need to know about what to expect in the coming couple of weeks before Ireland's General Election.
When will we know the result of the 2024 US election and what happens after?
The 2024 US election could prove to be among the most consequential in American history - and it could not be closer, or more difficult to predict the outcome
Road to the White House: The key swing states that will decide the 2024 US Election
As voters across the US cast their votes, all eyes are on seven key swing states that will be crucial in deciding who ends up in the White House.
Abuja Demolition: Displaced residents warn FCT minister against selling land
The affected residents, whose properties were demolished in October, claimed that Mr Wike had authorised the sale of the land for N30 billion despite an ongoing court case over its ownership.
New education minister unveils agenda to tackle education challenges
The new minister announced an agenda targeting major educational challenges, including reducing the high number of out-of-school children, updating the curriculum, and promoting STEMM.
When will we know who has won the US election?
American voters are heading to the polls in possibly the closest US election in a generation.
Kamala Harris cancels election night party as path to victory narrows
As Trump vaults into the lead, exit poll data suggests Kamala Harris may have under-performed with female voters.
Pro-Palestinian activists 'behead' statue of Israel's first president
A statue of Israel's first president, Chaim Weizmann, which was stolen by pro-Palestinian activists has now been 'beheaded' in a move described as 'designed to terrorise British Jews.'
How the UK's 'big brother' role in Africa is changing
David Lammy is on his first visit to the continent since he became foreign secretary.
Morning Digest: Americans vote in close race for the next President; IPL mega auction to be held in Jeddah on November 24-25, and more
The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on November 06, 2024
'Kamala Has A Very Strong Connect With India'
'This victory would mean a huge inspiration for the next generation who can say that coming from India I can be anybody I want to be if I work hard and acquire the right skills.' 'They could be the next President, members of the Senate, or another Sundar Pichai.'
Trump leads Kamala, but all eyes on swing states
Former President Donald Trump is leading his Democratic rival Kamala Harris in the latest rounds of vote count in the high-stakes United States Presidential election but a clear picture is set to emerge on who will occupy the White House once definitive trends emerge from the seven battleground states.
SARAH VINE: My radical plan to save universities
Labour's decision to break another promise and put up university tuition fees feels like a smack in the chops for educational aspiration: just like the decision to charge VAT on private school fees.
'Be professional and politically neutral': Public Services Commissioner to public servants
The new Public Service Commissioner has joined coalition voices in criticising a health official as "unprofessional" for characterising some ministerial work as "crap" in an internal email.
Anthony Zurcher: This race is tilting towards Trump
The electoral map is beginning to look more like 2016, when Trump won, than 2020, when he lost.
Florida abortion rights measure fails
In Florida, a proposal to restore abortion rights is likely to fall short of the 60% support needed in order to pass.
On India-Canada diplomatic relations | Explained
Canada-India diplomatic tensions over Khalistani extremism, Air India bombing, and extradition issues explained concisely.
M'sian Singer Eda Ezrin & 5 Others Charged With Bringing Over 6,000 Meth Pills To Thailand
The group reportedly gathered at a hotel in Sungai Kolok, Narathiwat to celebrate the long weekend.
David Seymour defends timing of Treaty Principles Bill debate
Act Party Leader and Minister responsible for the bill David Seymour denies the Treaty Principles Bill has been brought forward and says it is a normal part of parliamentary business.
Locals hit out at Derby's 'worsening' pothole problem - which they say is costing them money
Taxi drivers and motorists have expressed their views on how bad Derby's roads really are.
Adam Schiff, Key Hollywood Ally, Elected to Senate
Adam Schiff, a key supporter of the entertainment industry's priorities as a Burbank congressman, has been elected to the U.S. Senate.
Drenched in sweat, student volunteers have a bittersweet experience at sports meet in Kochi
Student Police Cadets from various schools volunteer at Kerala School Sports & Games, facing challenges under the scorching sun.
Channapatna bypoll: Stakes high for candidates, but higher for their mentors
It appears that more than what a victory could bring, a defeat would certainly affect the clout of Karnataka Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar.
NPSAJ giving back to the JCF
The National Police Support Association of Jamaica (NPSAJ) is a United States-based organisation fiscally sponsored by Married 2 The Badge Nonprofit. NPSAJ is dedicated to supporting the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) officers via mental health...
The House: Early Question Time sparring may indicate themes
The House -The beginning of a new sitting block at Parliament is like the opening minutes of a boxing match.
last updated on 6 Nov 09:23