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A wave of shootings and extortion threats targeting India's film industry has revived memories of 1990s organized crime.

Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola denies involvement in an alleged ballot-stacking scheme as the US Justice Department escalates its criminal probe.

Experts warn that centuries-old Scots pines may be lost following a massive summer wildfire in the Cairngorms, even as other plant species show signs of natural recovery.

South Korea worries that Washington might pursue a diplomatic breakthrough with Pyongyang at Seoul's expense as bilateral ties face increasing strain.

Guardian columnist Aditya Chakrabortty answers reader questions about economics, society, democracy, and his new podcast Radical Thinking.

Defeated rightwing politician Flávio Bolsonaro faces fierce ridicule after fleeing to the United States and briefly declaring himself Brazil's true president-elect.

A glacial lake burst in northern Bhutan has unleashed a flash flood that damaged popular natural hot springs and severed local road links.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez vows to investigate a devastating high-speed rail collision that killed 69 people and injured over 100 individuals.

The United Nations human rights office warns that repeated displacement and the expansion of Israeli military zones in Gaza are raising fears of ethnic cleansing.

Christa Pike has released her first public statement one month after surviving a botched execution attempt in Tennessee, describing ongoing physical and mental pain.

A humanitarian aid convoy carrying Russian and Ukrainian officials has entered the besieged city of Oleshky following a localized ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump.

Novaya Gazeta has announced its permanent closure, blaming state repression and accusing authorities of killing the publication.

Captain Roston Chase claimed three wickets as Bangladesh slumped to 79-6 on day three of the first Test, giving West Indies a chance at victory.

Proposed changes to allow AI scraping of copyrighted material could trigger a constitutional breach and massive compensation claims.

Three people have died following a mid-air collision between two helicopters near a municipal airport in Oregon, local authorities and federal agencies confirmed.

Democratic candidate Mary Peltola denies knowledge of an alleged scheme involving a second Dan Sullivan on the Alaska Senate ballot as federal scrutiny intensifies.

The Milwaukee Brewers secured their first World Series title, yet television viewership figures for the championship fell below recent years.

Dublin plans to establish a dedicated body to study potential models and challenges regarding a united Ireland.

Beijing has dismissed US intelligence claims that a businesswoman targeted Nvidia's chief executive in a spying operation as groundless speculation.

Young crowds are turning to traditional Scottish ceilidh dances across the UK as a refreshing antidote to screen fatigue and dating app exhaustion.

Trading Standards warns that counterfeit beauty products seized across the UK contain dangerous levels of mercury, lead, and methanol.

Tens of thousands of students and union members marched across major Italian cities on Friday to demand action on living costs, education funding, and conflicts in the Middle East.

Death row inmate Christa Pike has issued her first public statement since surviving a failed execution by lethal injection in September.

The Court of Arbitration for Sport has overturned a ban that kept Russia out of international ice hockey, presenting fresh logistical hurdles for upcoming events.

Óscar Puente has rejected demands to step down after a high-speed train collision in central Spain killed at least 69 people.

The head of the UK's largest trade union has criticized the government for prioritizing North Sea oil and gas jobs over public service workers.

An abrupt glacial lake outburst in northern Bhutan has resulted in severe flash flooding, destroying a hot spring complex and prompting downstream safety alerts in India.

German officials are weighing their response to Israel's inconclusive elections as they monitor coalition talks and humanitarian concerns.

A Swedish climate academic has been denied entry to the UK following plans to speak at an upcoming panel event alongside a co-founder of the proscribed group Palestine Action.

Attorneys for former FBI director James Comey are urging a federal judge to halt a new leak prosecution brought by the justice department.

Qatari officials have visited Tehran to advance diplomatic efforts and revive ceasefire talks between the United States and Iran amid mixed signals from Washington.

A driver who struck a headteacher and dragged him beneath his vehicle in Greater Manchester has been found guilty of murder following a trial.

Organisers confirm the 2027 Dakar Rally will take place in Portugal and Morocco following security concerns that halted plans to host the event in Saudi Arabia.

An IISS assessment reveals Gulf nations must rethink costly defence investments after heavy drone and missile strikes caused massive damage and challenged reliance on US protection.

Chancellor John Healey's announced budget cuts have diverted billions from the energy department to defence, threatening the UK's green heating targets.

The US Department of Justice has issued subpoenas following reports that a Democratic campaign worked to place a candidate with the same name as the Republican incumbent on the ballot.

Georgia emerges as a critical battleground for upcoming US midterm elections, drawing high-profile visits from Donald Trump and Barack Obama.

Former PLO official Xavier Abu Eid states that high Palestinian voter turnout sheds light on the treatment of Arab citizens within Israeli democracy.

International experts in Canada are testing AI doorbell cameras to alert northern communities about wandering polar bears amid rising climate risks.

Binance has suffered what is believed to be the largest cryptocurrency hack in history, losing an estimated 6.3 billion dollars.

Washington sends mixed signals on the eight-month war with Iran, balancing preparations for renewed military strikes with diplomatic outreach.

An attack ad featuring the estranged mother of Ohio Democratic gubernatorial nominee Amy Acton sparked rare bipartisan condemnation amid a brutal political cycle.

Cryptocurrencies frequently make headlines due to massive price swings and high-profile heists, but navigating the industry requires understanding its complex terminology.

Following a surprising election win, Serbia's grassroots Student List movement aims to dismiss corrupt officials and reform public institutions.

Seven congressional Democrats have sent a sharp letter to immigration officials, demanding answers regarding alleged retaliation and force-feeding threats at a Texas facility.

Alaska's governor orders a probe into alleged spoiler candidates, while Hegseth ousts an Army general amid Iran tensions.

As measles cases climb across the United States, an increasing number of parents are choosing to give children their second MMR vaccine dose much earlier.

One of China's oldest independent film festivals has been cancelled after facing intense pressure and harassment from authorities.

Independent Russian newspaper Novaya Gazeta has announced its permanent closure, citing relentless pressure and raids by state authorities amid the Ukraine conflict.

A relief convoy has reached the besieged Ukrainian town of Oleshky carrying food and medicine amid a localized truce mediated by the United States.

Housing secretary Angela Rayner promises visible improvements to struggling British high streets before the next general election following budget investments.

An evacuation corridor has opened in the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky under a temporary ceasefire, allowing hundreds of residents to depart while others choose to stay.

An anti-terrorism court in Pakistan has handed 10-year prison terms to prominent human rights lawyers Imaan Mazari and Hadi Ali Chattha over a 2024 security incident.

Police Scotland is investigating information received regarding a visit by Jeffrey Epstein and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to the royal estate at Balmoral.

As midterm elections approach, aggressive immigration enforcement under President Donald Trump is testing political loyalties and shaking local economies across Texas's Rio Grande Valley.

Foreign companies winning major UK defence contracts must now reinvest an equivalent sum into domestic jobs, training, and factories.

Port workers across 22 countries are launching a global strike on October 30 to demand an immediate end to military support for Israel.

Severe weather systems bring heavy rainfall, deadly tornadoes, and powerful cyclones across multiple regions worldwide.

African football governing body CAF has reinstated the biennial AFCON schedule after reversing a prior decision to switch to a four-year cycle.

Democratic leaders are uniting behind progressive Michigan Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed following severe attacks from Donald Trump, despite past primary divisions.