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Federal government failed to hold Epstein accountable, Republican committee says
The Republican chair of the House Oversight Committee released a scathing report after a 15-month investigation into Jeffrey Epstein and his associates. It faulted the federal government with decades
US charges 3 ‘Iranian-backed’ men over alleged plot at UK Fairford air base
The men, including one who is already in jail, face charges over alleged plot at UK air base used in US war on Iran.
Republicans block Hegseth impeachment motion
Republicans have blocked a motion to impeach US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth over the war on Iran.
Judge allows Trump's $10bn defamation case against BBC to proceed
But the court dismisses the other part of Trump's lawsuit that alleged the BBC had violated a Florida law.
Tigray displaced families fear renewed war as hopes of returning home fade
Displaced families face renewed uncertainty as fighting returns to Tigray.
Three Iran-backed suspects plotted attacks including RAF Fairford incident, US says
The US Department of Justice says the men were involved in a string of plots, including a major incident near the UK airbase that is used by US armed forces.
Spain holds state funeral for 69 victims of deadly train crash
Spain’s King and Queen have joined families of the 69 victims from a deadly train collision at a state funeral.
US House blocks bid to impeach Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, for now
Trump welcomes the outcome, praising Hegseth as a "Great American Patriot", but Democrats can try again next year.
'They will kill you too': Sonia Gandhi's turbulent journey in Indian politics
Sonia Gandhi's memoir revisits love, loss and political inheritance, offering a deeply personal defence of her family and its legacy.
‘Everything and everyone we love is at stake’: Thunberg slams COP31 talks
Climate activist urges world leaders to put people and planet before profit as she arrives at UN climate talks.
Real Madrid's Vinícius Jr sends surprise message to boy who lost his legs in Sudan's war
Double amputee Zaher told the BBC last year about his favourite footballer and a dream of being able to walk again.
'It can kill us': Kenyans fear impact of El Niño with floods predicted
Forecasters warn that this year's El Niño could be one of the strongest on record, with heavy rain and flooding in Kenya.
Iran war live: Hegseth survives impeachment bid; Iran denies US talks
Despite bipartisan opposition to the war, a bid to impeach Hegseth fails as Iran denies talks with US.
House votes to effectively end the impeachment effort against Pete Hegseth
House Republicans managed to short circuit a floor vote on the impeachment effort brought against the Defense Secretary by Kentucky Republican Thomas Massie.
Fire contained on platform in Iran’s South Pars gas field
Officials are considering a gas leak or an operational mishap as possible causes of the fire, Fars news agency said.
Massive fire as Israeli settlers burn down business near Nablus
Israeli settlers have set fire to Palestinian property in the village of Luban ash-Sharqiya, near Nablus.
Supreme Court seems split over federal agencies' ability to fine for law violations
The Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in a case related to temporary worker visas. The company involved says enforcement issues should go through the courts, not the federal agency alone.
French far-right author Zemmour launches second presidential bid
Zemmour seeks to expel 'foreign unemployed people' after last month's violent protests.