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Global Health & Biotech 15 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Alleged Russell Brand Victim Calls for Age of Consent Review as UK Faces Wider Debate

A woman who says she was sexually assaulted by Russell Brand when she was 16 has called for Britain to reconsider its age of consent laws, pushing the allegations beyond one celebrity case into a broader policy debate. The UK government has said any change would require careful consideration, as ministers weigh legal, social and safeguarding implications.

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World Politics & Diplomacy13 Nov 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Burnham Says Climate Consensus Is Gone, Pledges a New Era of Leadership at COP31

At COP31, Burnham declared that the old climate consensus has collapsed, arguing that governments must now confront the politics of energy, industry and security more directly. He paired that warning with a pledge to lead a new phase of climate diplomacy, one shaped less by broad agreement and more by practical delivery, contested trade-offs and national interest.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning13 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Jensen Huang Steps Aside, Leaving Nvidia at a Defining Moment for AI and Markets

Jensen Huang’s resignation marks a pivotal turn for Nvidia, the chipmaker that became the emblem of the artificial intelligence boom under his leadership. With Wall Street watching closely, the company now faces a test of succession, strategy, and investor confidence at a moment when AI demand, regulation, and geopolitics are all reshaping the technology landscape.

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World Politics & Diplomacy10 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

How the Tabloid Press Turned the Ripper Murders into Myth

A BBC report revisits how late-19th-century newspapers transformed the Whitechapel murders into a durable modern legend, blending crime reporting with sensationalism, speculation, and commercial competition. The result was not only a public panic, but a media-made mythology that still shapes global fascination with Jack the Ripper more than a century later.

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World Politics & Diplomacy09 Nov 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Barnier Says UK Cannot ‘Cherry Pick’ EU Single Market Access

Former Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier has warned that Britain cannot expect to retain the benefits of the European Union’s single market while selectively rejecting its rules. Speaking to the BBC, Barnier said EU member states would resist any arrangement that allowed the UK to follow economic rules “a la carte.” His remarks underscore the continuing sensitivity around post-Brexit trade relations and the limits of any future reset with Brussels.

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World Politics & Diplomacy08 Nov 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Duo-Euthanasia Forces a Hard Debate on Autonomy, Family, and the Limits of Choice

A BBC report on so-called duo-euthanasia, in which long-partnered or married couples seek to die together, has reopened one of Europe’s most difficult ethical and legal debates. The issue sits at the intersection of personal autonomy, family pressure, medical ethics, and the uneven legal landscape governing assisted dying across the continent.

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World Politics & Diplomacy07 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Britain Moves to Force Salary Disclosure in Job Ads, Tightening Labour Market Transparency

Britain is preparing to require employers to publish salaries in job advertisements, a move aimed at improving transparency and reducing pay inequality in the hiring process. The policy, announced by Deputy Prime Minister and Labour figures, is expected to reshape recruitment practices across the UK and intensify pressure on employers that have long relied on vague compensation language.

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World Politics & Diplomacy06 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Russell Brand Convicted of Rape and Sexual Assault in London Trial

British comedian and media personality Russell Brand has been found guilty in London of rape and sexual assault, marking a dramatic legal reckoning for one of the most recognisable figures to emerge from Britain’s entertainment and political commentary circuit. The verdicts, delivered after a closely watched trial, intensify scrutiny of how allegations involving high-profile public figures are investigated and reported across the UK and beyond.

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World Politics & Diplomacy05 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Americans React to Democratic Control as Voters Hope for Results

Voters across the United States responded cautiously but with guarded optimism after Democrats won control of both the Senate and the House of Representatives in a historic political shift. Many said they now expect lawmakers to deliver on stalled priorities, even as deep partisan divisions and public frustration with Washington remain firmly in place.

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World Politics & Diplomacy04 Nov 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Kim Kardashian Says She Is Not Giving Up on the Bar Exam

Kim Kardashian says she has not abandoned her long-running pursuit of a legal career, telling the BBC that she remains committed to retaking the bar exam after falling short. The reality star and entrepreneur said she will be “more quiet” about the process going forward, signaling a more measured approach after years of public scrutiny over her legal ambitions.

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World Politics & Diplomacy02 Nov 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Germany Faces Unrest as Cost-of-Living Protests Turn Violent in Frankfurt

What began as largely peaceful demonstrations over living costs and compulsory military service escalated into violence and looting in Frankfurt, prompting a forceful political response from German ministers. The unrest comes amid a broader wave of youth-led protests across Europe, underscoring mounting social strain and the risk of copycat disorder.

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World Politics & Diplomacy31 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

King Charles Arrives in Guyana After Bahamas Visit Is Framed as a Diplomatic Success

King Charles III has arrived in Guyana, shifting the focus of his Caribbean tour from ceremonial diplomacy to climate policy, historical memory and the region’s evolving political identity. The visit comes after officials described his stop in the Bahamas as a diplomatic success, while in Guyana the monarchy’s presence intersects with demands for reparative justice and a push to elevate forest protection on the global stage.

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World Sports31 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Global Nature Talks Reach Deal, but Funding Gap Clouds Progress

Delegates at the latest global biodiversity summit have secured two key agreements after marathon negotiations, marking a procedural win for international conservation diplomacy. But the outcome leaves unresolved the central question of how countries will pay for the ambitious 2030 nature targets they have endorsed.

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World Politics & Diplomacy31 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Thai Lawyer Jailed for 34 Years Over Monarchy Criticism in Landmark Lèse-Majesté Case

Thai lawyer and pro-democracy activist Arnon Nampa has received another prison sentence in a royal defamation case, pushing his cumulative punishment beyond 34 years. The ruling underscores the extraordinary severity of Thailand’s lèse-majesté law and the widening crackdown on dissent tied to criticism of the monarchy.

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World Politics & Diplomacy29 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Healey Orders 1% Department Cuts to Help Fund UK Defence Build-Up

UK Defence Secretary John Healey has instructed government departments to identify savings of around 1% to help finance a faster rise in defence spending, according to BBC reporting and related briefings. The move underscores how Britain intends to close a funding gap through reprioritisation rather than immediate tax rises or fresh borrowing, even as it pledges additional support for Ukraine and faces pressure to strengthen military readiness.

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World Politics & Diplomacy29 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Dutch Zookeeper Dies After Leopard Attack at Safari Park

A Dutch zookeeper has died after being attacked by a leopard at a safari park, according to multiple reports. The fatal mauling has prompted renewed scrutiny of safety protocols at wildlife facilities where even routine duties can carry extreme risk.

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World Politics & Diplomacy28 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Algeria Approves First Foreign Troop Deployment Since 1973, Sending Forces to Niger

Algeria has approved the deployment of army units to Niger, marking its first foreign military mission in more than five decades and a significant shift in its traditionally non-interventionist posture. The move is aimed at protecting energy and economic interests in Niger, where Algeria has strategic stakes amid a volatile regional security environment.

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World Politics & Diplomacy28 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

UK Budget Put to the Test as Starmer Seeks Proof of Delivery

Britain’s latest budget is being judged not only as a fiscal statement but as an early test of whether Prime Minister Keir Starmer can begin delivering on the promises that brought Labour to power. Political correspondent Chris Mason said the package needs to go some way toward showing voters that the government can ease pressure on households while maintaining discipline in a difficult economic moment.

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World Politics & Diplomacy28 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

At Least 60 Christians Killed in Ethiopia’s Oromia Region, Church Says

At least 60 Orthodox Christians have been killed in Ethiopia’s Oromia region, according to church accounts cited by international media, in one of the deadliest reported attacks on civilians in the country in recent months. The killings have intensified concern over the security vacuum in parts of Oromia, where ethnic militias, local grievances and weak state control have repeatedly fueled violence.

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World Politics & Diplomacy27 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Paris Suburb Shooting Suspect Sent for Psychiatric Observation as Racist Motive Is Probed

French prosecutors have sent the suspect in a deadly shooting near Paris for psychiatric observation after a man was killed in what authorities are treating as a possible racist attack. The suspect has denied racist intent, while President Emmanuel Macron condemned racism and the killing has intensified scrutiny of hate-motivated violence in France.

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World Politics & Diplomacy26 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Fireworks and Tear Gas Erupt as Paris Protest Turns Violent After Nightfall

Mostly peaceful demonstrations in Paris descended into unrest after dark, with fireworks, tear gas and riot police transforming the streets into a flashpoint of public anger and state response. The clashes underscore the volatility of street politics in France, where large-scale protest can shift quickly from orderly dissent to confrontation once crowds disperse and police move in.

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World Politics & Diplomacy25 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Israel’s Conscription Fight Puts Coalition Politics on a Knife-Edge

A bitter dispute over military service for ultra-Orthodox Jewish men is emerging as one of the most consequential issues in Israeli politics, with the potential to reshape coalition arithmetic, public trust and the country’s long-term social contract. The debate has intensified as the war has deepened pressure on the Israel Defense Forces and sharpened resentment among secular and religious-nationalist voters over unequal burden-sharing.

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World Politics & Diplomacy24 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Trump’s Former Border Chief Calls Minneapolis Pullback a ‘Surrender’

Greg Bovino, the public face of a controversial immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis earlier this year, has described the withdrawal of federal agents from the city as a political and operational defeat. In comments to the BBC, the former border patrol chief framed the pullback as a surrender, underscoring the continuing fallout from one of the Trump administration’s most divisive domestic enforcement campaigns.

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World Politics & Diplomacy24 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

New York Moves to End Horse-Drawn Carriages After More Than 160 Years

New York City has moved to ban horse-drawn carriages, ending a long-running tourist tradition that has operated for more than 160 years. The decision has reopened a sharp debate over animal welfare, labor, and the preservation of a deeply embedded piece of the city’s cultural identity.

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World Politics & Diplomacy23 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

BBC Finds Sudan’s RSF Deliberately Targeted Hospitals, Raising War Crimes Alarm

A BBC investigation has found that Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces deliberately attacked hospitals during the country’s brutal conflict, intensifying concerns that the campaign may amount to war crimes. The findings come as UN human rights chief Volker Türk warned that repeated assaults on medical facilities could meet the legal threshold for grave international crimes.

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World Politics & Diplomacy23 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

UK Accelerates North Sea Gas Push as Winter Supply Risks Loom

Britain has moved to advance a North Sea gas project at a politically sensitive moment, signalling a sharper focus on domestic energy security as colder months approach. The decision could help ease supply pressures this winter, while intensifying the debate over how far the government should go in backing new fossil fuel development alongside its net-zero commitments.

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World Politics & Diplomacy23 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Australian Town Mourns MP After Apparent Targeted Car Attack Leaves Community Reeling

A widely respected Australian parliamentarian has been left with devastating injuries after what police and media reports describe as a targeted car attack, shocking a regional town that had long regarded her as one of its own. The incident has intensified concern over the safety of elected officials and deepened anxieties in a political climate already marked by rising hostility.

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World Politics & Diplomacy23 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Why Peat Fires Burn So Fiercely as Indonesia Faces Its Worst Wildfire Season in a Decade

BBC correspondent Liza Tambunan is reporting from central Kalimantan, where Indonesia’s peatlands are helping drive a severe wildfire season with regional and global consequences. The fires are difficult to extinguish because they burn underground, releasing dense smoke, damaging ecosystems, and intensifying pressure on public health and diplomacy across Southeast Asia.

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World Politics & Diplomacy23 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Russia Signals Openness to Ukraine Talks, but Sees Little to Negotiate as Peace Push Falters

Russia is indicating that it is prepared to engage in talks over Ukraine, but without showing any sign of compromise that would make negotiations meaningful, according to BBC Russia Editor Steve Rosenberg. The assessment underscores a familiar diplomatic deadlock: Moscow says it is open to dialogue, yet President Vladimir Putin appears to feel little immediate pressure to end the war.

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World Politics & Diplomacy22 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Aberfan at 60: Survivors Recount a Disaster That Still Shapes Britain

Six decades after a coal waste tip collapsed onto a Welsh village school and nearby homes, survivors of the Aberfan disaster are again at the center of a national reckoning over memory, duty and institutional failure. The anniversary has drawn renewed attention to the 1966 tragedy, which killed 116 children and 28 adults and remains one of the darkest episodes in modern British history.

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World Politics & Diplomacy21 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Kim Jong Un Reappears in State Photos as Online Health Rumors Swirl

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has reemerged in state media images after a fresh wave of unfounded online rumors questioned his health and even speculated about his death. The episode underscores how quickly speculation about the secretive ruler can spread, and how Pyongyang uses tightly controlled imagery to counter uncertainty while preserving strategic ambiguity.

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World Politics & Diplomacy21 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Schools Urged to Treat Antisemitism as a Distinct Harm, Review Says

A new review reported by the BBC says schools should recognise antisemitism as a distinct form of harm rather than folding it into broader categories of prejudice. The findings add pressure on education authorities to improve staff training, reporting systems and classroom responses as concerns rise over antisemitic abuse affecting pupils and school communities.

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World Politics & Diplomacy19 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

From Toulouse to Ho Chi Minh City, Five Emerging Cities Are Redrawing the Traveller Map

A new travel-focused ranking highlighted by BBC is drawing attention to five fast-rising cities that are gaining momentum among global visitors, with Toulouse and Ho Chi Minh City among the names now moving onto more travellers’ shortlists. The broader significance goes beyond tourism: these cities reflect shifting patterns in urban investment, cultural branding, and international connectivity. For travellers, the message is clear. The next wave of destination interest is increasingly being shaped by cities that combine strong identity, improved infrastructure, and a more compelling value proposition than many long-established hotspots.

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World Politics & Diplomacy19 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Inside Chicago’s Front Line Against America’s Synthetic Drug Surge

Chicago has become a stark case study in how synthetic drugs are reshaping America’s urban public health and security landscape. As communities confront a volatile mix of fentanyl and other lab-made substances, local responders are racing to contain overdoses, street-level violence and a fast-evolving market that outpaces traditional enforcement.

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World Politics & Diplomacy18 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Mexican Judge Hands 159-Year Sentences to Three Men in Surfer Killings

A Mexican judge has sentenced three men to 159 years in prison each for the killings of two Australian brothers and their American friend, a case that drew international attention and renewed scrutiny of violent crime in parts of Mexico. The victims were attacked while on a surfing trip, and their bodies were later found in a well, according to reporting cited by major international outlets.

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World Politics & Diplomacy18 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Hijab Ban in Azerbaijani Schools Triggers Rare Protests and Diplomatic Friction

A rare wave of protests has erupted in Azerbaijan after school authorities moved to restrict the wearing of hijabs in classrooms, igniting a debate over religious freedom, state secularism and access to education. The dispute has also spilled into the diplomatic arena, sharpening tensions with Turkey and drawing criticism from rights groups.

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World Politics & Diplomacy17 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Ukraine’s Donbas Push Gains Ground as Starlink Keeps Front-Line Units Connected

Ukraine’s latest offensive in the Donbas is reclaiming strategically important ground, with battlefield communications and rapid coordination emerging as decisive advantages. The BBC’s access to Operation Vivaldi underscores both the military momentum and the political strain hanging over Kyiv, as optimism on the front is tempered by deteriorating ties with President Trump.

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World Politics & Diplomacy16 Oct 2026, 09:08 AM IST

Verified CCTV Shows Drone Striking Supermarket in Odesa Region Town

CCTV footage verified by the BBC shows the moment a drone struck a supermarket in Mayaky, a town in Ukraine’s Odesa region, underscoring the continuing reach of aerial attacks far from the front line. The incident adds to mounting evidence that civilian infrastructure remains exposed as the war grinds on across southern Ukraine.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition16 Oct 2026, 08:27 AM IST

Isle of Wight Fossil Identified as New Predatory Dinosaur Species, Recasting Europe’s Early Cretaceous Ecosystem

Scientists in the United Kingdom have identified a new species of predatory dinosaur from a fossil discovered on the Isle of Wight, adding a rare piece to the global record of megaraptorans, a group of agile meat-eaters better known from South America and Asia. The find, based on material collected decades ago and long overlooked in museum storage, underscores how existing collections continue to yield major scientific advances without new excavation.

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World Politics & Diplomacy16 Oct 2026, 07:05 AM IST

Neanderthal Shoulder Bone Points to Ancient Spear Strike in Iraqi Cave

A newly analysed Neanderthal shoulder bone from Shanidar Cave in northern Iraq appears to bear a puncture consistent with a wooden spear, adding rare physical evidence to long-running debates over prehistoric violence. Researchers say the find strengthens the case that Neanderthals were capable of lethal conflict while also preserving signs of care and burial practices within the same community.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition16 Oct 2026, 06:24 AM IST

Neanderthal Shoulder Bone Hole Points to Ancient Spear Strike in Iraqi Cave

A new analysis of Neanderthal remains from Shanidar Cave in northern Iraq suggests a puncture in a shoulder bone was likely caused by a wooden spear, adding fresh evidence that these early humans were capable of lethal violence. The finding also deepens the long-running scientific debate over Neanderthal behavior, showing a species associated with survival in harsh environments may also have practiced care for the injured and the dead.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition15 Oct 2026, 09:10 PM IST

Century-Old Fossil Reveals New T. Rex Cousin, Rewriting Dinosaur History

A fossil collected on the Isle of Wight more than 100 years ago has been identified as a new species of long-clawed meat-eating dinosaur, offering fresh evidence that Europe hosted a more diverse predatory ecosystem than previously understood. The discovery, described by researchers as a T. rex cousin that would have chased prey, underscores how museum collections continue to yield major scientific findings long after excavation.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition15 Oct 2026, 08:08 PM IST

Future of UK’s Largest Telescope to Be Reviewed as Funding Pressure Mounts

The future of the United Kingdom’s largest telescope, the Lovell Telescope at Jodrell Bank, is set to be explored amid renewed concern over long-term funding for major scientific infrastructure. The review comes as local and regional leaders seek to protect radio astronomy assets facing budget strain, with fresh attention also on smaller telescopes linked to the same research ecosystem.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition15 Oct 2026, 11:55 AM IST

Century-Old Fossil Reveals New T. Rex Cousin, Rewriting Dinosaur Evolution

A fossil collected on England’s Isle of Wight nearly 100 years ago has been identified as a new species of meat-eating dinosaur, a long-clawed megaraptoran that adds a rare European chapter to the family of predators related to Tyrannosaurus rex. The discovery underscores how museum drawers and archived specimens can still reshape scientific understanding long after fieldwork ends.

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World Politics & Diplomacy15 Oct 2026, 05:46 AM IST

Burnham Walks a Diplomatic Tightrope as Zelensky Visits Britain

Andy Burnham has moved carefully as Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky visits the United Kingdom amid renewed transatlantic strain after Donald Trump turned sharply against Kyiv. The Manchester mayor has framed his remarks around repairing bridges between Ukraine and the United States, reflecting Britain’s effort to project support for Kyiv without deepening political fractures with Washington.

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World Politics & Diplomacy15 Oct 2026, 05:04 AM IST

Sally Rooney Says Her Books May Be Pulled From UK Sale Over Palestine Action Support

Irish novelist Sally Rooney says her books could be removed from sale in the United Kingdom because of her support for Palestine Action, a group the British government has banned under anti-terrorism laws. The dispute places one of the world’s best-known contemporary writers at the center of a widening clash over free expression, protest politics and the legal reach of proscribed organizations.

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World Politics & Diplomacy15 Oct 2026, 03:21 AM IST

Russian Overnight Strikes Destroy Kyiv Apartment Block, Killing at Least Three

A Russian overnight strike destroyed part of a residential apartment block in Kyiv, killing at least three people and underscoring the continuing vulnerability of Ukraine’s capital to long-range attacks. BBC Ukraine correspondent Dan Johnson, reporting from the city, described the aftermath as emergency crews searched the wreckage and residents confronted the scale of the destruction.

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World Politics & Diplomacy14 Oct 2026, 11:59 PM IST

Russian strikes destroy Kyiv apartment block, killing at least three

A Russian overnight strike on Kyiv destroyed a block of flats and killed at least three people, according to reporting from BBC Ukraine correspondent Dan Johnson on the ground in the Ukrainian capital. The attack underscores the continuing vulnerability of civilian areas as Russia intensifies pressure on Ukraine’s cities and infrastructure.

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World Politics & Diplomacy09 Oct 2026, 07:56 AM IST

Americans Split on Death Penalty as Botched Tennessee Execution Reignites Debate

A BBC street-level conversation in Washington, D.C. found Americans and international visitors sharply divided over the death penalty after Tennessee’s botched execution of Christa Pike renewed scrutiny of capital punishment in the United States. Supporters framed it as a question of justice and deterrence, while opponents said the episode underscored the risk of irreversible state error and cruelty.

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