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Brother 'tried to save' missing boy, 14, from water

Daniel Halliday's family has released a statement saying his disappearance is their "worst fear".

Taiwan says China seizes fishing boat near Chinese coast

TAIPEI (Reuters) - Chinese officials boarded and then seized a Taiwanese fishing boat operating near China's coast close to a Taiwan-controlled island and took it to a Chinese port, the Taiwan coast guard said late on Tuesday in a further escalation of tensions. China views democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory and has ramped up pressure on Taipei since President Lai Ching-te took

US deported Chinese migrants on charter flight, Homeland Security says

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States deported Chinese people who sought to enter the country illegally back to China over the weekend in the first large charter flight since 2018, the Department of Homeland Security said on Tuesday. The department did not specify how many people were on the flight. The United States and China are working on reducing illegal migration and combating human

Search concluded after bomb squad called to home

A 51 year-old man is released on bail as inquiries continue.

How golf helped war reporter Benjamin Hall recover from a deadly attack in Ukraine

The center for the Intrepid, part of the U.S. Army’s flagship medical institution, the Brooke Army Medical Center, is a physical rehabilitation facility for amputee and burn victims in San Antonio. It’s not somewhere one would expect a reporter—especially one like Benjamin Hall who lives 5,000 miles away in London—to wind up staying, but once Hall ...

Could rodents help in the fight against tuberculosis?

Eugene has just returned home from a long day at work. His job is demanding – he saves lives, after all. As he tucks into his dinner – a modest serving of nuts, seeds, and sardines – he feels satisfied with his day’s achievements. Except he doesn’t, because he’s a rat. And although rats are sentient beings, their brains can’t quite process the feel...

Tennessee woman awarded $700K after being fired for refusing vaccine

Tanja Benton, 52, won her lawsuit against the health giant after a jury found that her refusal to take the COVID-19 vaccine was based on 'sincerely held religious beliefs.'

I was a CIA spy - here's how I dated while working for the agency

Brittany Butler Jennings, 40, was in the agency for nine years, and thus has tons of stories.

The enigmatic stories of the English Channel

The English Channel is one of the most recognized waterways on the planet. Separating Southern England from northern France, this is the busiest shipping area in the world, with as many as 500 vessels a day plying the narrow seaway. The scene of battles, invasions, and heroic deeds of endeavor, the English Channel's location has given it immense significance over the centuries. Seen as both a route and a barrier, this celebrated body of water has a history as complex and as unpredictable as the currents and tides that rip through its depths. Click through the following gallery for an entertaining and fact-finding voyage around the English Channel.

Countries that still have the death penalty

The death penalty, or capital punishment, is the state-enacted execution of a person as punishment for a capital crime. Historically, this form of punishment was used in almost every part of the world. But as we evolve in our ethics and recognize the flaws in our justice systems, more and more nations have abolished state executions and reformed their legal systems. However, out of almost 200 countries on Earth, 54 still enforce the death penalty. Click on to discover the countries where the state can still kill you for your crimes.

Tigers broadcaster Craig Monroe being investigated for alleged criminal sexual conduct

Craig Monroe, ex-Tigers player-turned-broadcaster, is the subject of a law enforcement investigation into alleged criminal sexual conduct in Florida.

Sunak ploughs ahead while Starmer brews support in Derbyshire

Britain's Prime Minister Rishi Sunak visited cows and sat in a tractor on an Oxfordshire farm, before chatting to voters over a cup of tea. In the meantime, Labour leader Keir Starmer was serving tea to voters in Derbyshire.

The county's quirkiest polling stations

From sports bars to farms, buildings across the county will be transformed into polling stations.

French candidates bow out in bid to block far-right

By Sudip Kar-Gupta and Dominique Vidalon PARIS (Reuters) -Opponents of France's National Rally (RN) stepped up their bid to block the far-right party from power on Tuesday as more candidates agreed to pull out of this weekend's run-off election to avoid splitting the anti-RN vote. More than 200 candidates have confirmed they will not stand in Sunday's second-round for France's 577-seat national

Thousands flee their homes as Israeli forces bomb southern Gaza

By Nidal al-Mughrabi and Mohammad Salem CAIRO/GAZA (Reuters) -Israeli forces bombarded several areas of the southern Gaza Strip on Tuesday and thousands of Palestinians fled their homes in what could be part of a final push of Israel's intensive military operations in nine months of war. Eight Palestinians were killed and dozens wounded, health officials said. Israel's military said that two

Parties stress core messages as election nears

As polling day approaches the leaders have been travelling the country in a bid to win votes.

Carer 'not told' of teenager's suicidal feelings

A coroner is calling on a council to take action following the death of 19-year-old Jacob Shorter.

Was Alaska really owned by Russia?

Few realize that Russia established colonies in North America. But it's a fact that in the mid-18th century, Russia had begun encroaching into Alaskan territory. Eventually, the Russian Empire even had a toehold as far south as California. Fueling this expansion was the Russian-American Company, a trading monopoly centered on the lucrative fur trade. But how exactly did the Russians settle in Alaska, and why did they feel compelled to venture beyond those chilly climes? Click and learn more about when Russia colonized North America.

Nine people killed in South Korea as car ploughs into crowds of people

Six pedestrians were found dead at the scene near Seoul city hall, while three others were pronounced dead after being rushed to hospital, firefighter Kim Chun-soo said.

Five takeaways from the Colchester election debate

Some 2,000 years after Boudicca burned the city, the hot issues include immigration and Brexit.

France’s Muslims fear for their futures as Le Pen’s far right party surges

Tensions are rising in France, home to one of Europe’s largest Muslim minorities, ahead of the snap election run-off.

What was the fake disease that saved dozens of Jews during WWII?

It was one of the most audacious ploys of the Second World War: a fake disease with no cure that saved dozens of Jews from the Nazis in occupied Rome. The fictitious disorder was known as Syndrome K, and was 'treated' in a hospital right under the noses of the Germans. Fearing infection, the Gestapo and SS refrained from investigating the hospital. But soon clues began to unravel about the mysterious malady. If the ruse was discovered, the repercussions would be swift and deadly. So, what was Syndrome K, and what were the reasons behind its invention? Click through and find out more about the lethal wartime contagion that never was.

Witness appeal after motorcyclist dies in crash

The motorcyclist, a man in his 30s, was declared dead at the scene on Tuesday night.

Protest after Pakistan Christian given blasphemy death sentence

Pakistan minority rights campaigners protested Tuesday after a Christian man was sentenced to death for sharing an allegedly blasphemous TikTok post. "Day by day, Pakistan is becoming a country where minorities aren't safe anymore," said Christian pastor Ghazala Shafiq.

Kenya police use tear gas to disperse crowds after call for more demonstrations

By Aaron Ross and Jefferson Kahinju NAIROBI (Reuters) -Riot police used tear gas to disperse protesters in Kenya's capital Nairobi on Tuesday and demonstrations took place in other towns, after young activists called for more protests following a week of clashes in which dozens died. Reuters journalists saw clouds of tear gas on a main road through central Nairobi before midday, where riot

Alexander Of Greece Was Doomed From The Start

Alexander of Greece may have been his father’s puppet—but his scandals and tragedies were just as jaw-dropping as any king’s.

Satellite images reveal four Chinese spy stations stationed in Cuba

The 'electronic eavesdropping' facilities, located just 100 miles off the coast of Florida, could allow China to scoop up a 'treasure trove of data' from U.S. military bases.

Tear gas, stones and flames as Kenya protesters say 'Ruto must go!'

By Jefferson Kahinju and Dicksy O'Biero NAIROBI/MOMBASA (Reuters) -Riot police fired tear gas grenades and charged at stone-throwing protesters in downtown Nairobi and across Kenya on Tuesday in the most widespread unrest since at least two dozen protesters died in clashes a week ago. The nationwide demonstrations signalled that President William Ruto had failed to appease a spontaneous youth

Rishi Sunak says 'concerns' on delayed postal votes must be dealt with

Rishi Sunak stressed that 'every vote counts' on July 4 after anxiety was voiced across parties about Brits being disenfranchised.

Ed Miliband's eco plans 'will create more jobs in China than Britain'

Labour's Shadow Energy Security Secretary (pictured) wants to triple solar capacity in the UK as part of his ambitious plan to deliver zero-carbon electricity by 2030

The 'Poltergeist Curse': tragic deaths and paranormal events

Factbox-US officials who have resigned in protest over Biden's Gaza policy

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Joe Biden's support for Israel during its nearly nine-month war in Gaza has spurred at least nine U.S. administration officials to quit, with some accusing the U.S. president of turning a blind eye to Israeli atrocities in the Palestinian enclave. The Biden administration denies this, pointing to its criticism of civilian casualties in Gaza and its efforts to

Manhattan prosecutors agree to delay Trump's sentencing

Former President Donald Trump 's July 11 sentencing after 34-count conviction in Manhattan to be delayed.

Labour 'virtually certain' to win a bigger majority than 1997

A new MRP study by Survation, published within the final 48 hours of campaigning, predicted Labour would win 484 seats at this week's general election .

French police release filmmaker, prepare to charge another over alleged sexual abuse

French authorities are preparing to press charges against a leading arthouse film director but released another one following day-long interrogations after a women actor accused them of sexual abuse, a source close to the case said Tuesday. Their interrogation over the alleged abuse of much younger actors, including in the 1980s and in several instances when they were underage, comes amid claims by activists that French cinema has too long...

Woman regrets resigning her job and leaving Singapore after finding food in Canada more expensive

SINGAPORE: A woman who relocated from Singapore to Canada took to social media to express... The post Woman regrets resigning her job and leaving Singapore after finding food in Canada more expensive appeared first on The Independent Singapore News - Latest Breaking News

Water companies dumping sewage can be sued after Supreme Court ruling

Water companies can be sued for dumping sewage in Britain's waterways following a landmark Supreme Court ruling.

Limit Labour to five years in power, says minister

Fay Jones says she hopes the Conservatives can deny Sir Keir Starmer a huge majority on Thursday.

I feel sick to the stomach over bin strike threat

Edinburgh businesses say the city cannot cope with another summer of strikes by bin collectors.

Hungary's Orban, in Kyiv, proposes ceasefire to speed up peace talks

By Anastasiia Malenko and Anita Komuves KYIV (Reuters) - Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Tuesday to consider a ceasefire to accelerate an end to the war with Russia and also said he wanted a big cooperation agreement with Kyiv. Orban, who is an outspoken critic of Western military aid to Ukraine and has the warmest relations of any EU leader

4 Palestinians killed in Israeli strike on West Bank's Nur Shams camp, health ministry says

RAMALLAH (Reuters) - At least four people were killed in an Israeli strike on the West Bank's Nur Shams refugee camp, the Palestinian health ministry said on Tuesday. In its statement, the Israeli army said an "aircraft struck a terrorist cell in the area of Nur Shams while they planted an explosive device." (Reporting by Ali Sawafta; writing by Muhammad Al Gebaly; editing by Jonathan Oatis and

US Supreme Court takes on porn age-verification case

The US Supreme Court on Tuesday agreed to hear a challenge to a law in Republican-led Texas that requires pornographic websites to verify the age of visitors in order to limit minors' access to online sexual content. But in March a conservative appeals court agreed with Texas authorities and upheld the age verification requirement, prompting the trade group to appeal to the Supreme Court.

Sir Keir Starmer: Election is all about change

Keir Starmer takes questions from workers on a visit to Global Brands in Claycross, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, while on the General Election campaign trail. The Labour leader was joined by the party's candidate for North East Derbyshire, Louise Jones.

Tories face backlash over attack on Starmer's family time

Tories have faced a backlash after posting a meme on social media about Sir Keir Starmer taking family time on Fridays and leaving Downing Street by 6pm if he were Prime Minister. This is in contrast to a comment made by Rishi Sunak two weeks ago on LBC. Max 3 minutes' use. Must courtesy 'LBC', no social media use

Australia police arrests teenage boy after stabbing at Sydney university

SYDNEY (Reuters) -Australian police said it had arrested a 14-year-old boy after a stabbing at the University of Sydney on Tuesday morning, which triggered a lockdown of the university buildings. Emergency crews treated a 22-year-old man, who was taken to a hospital in a serious but stable condition, New South Wales state police said in a statement. The alleged attacker boarded a bus after the

General Election 2024: July 2 round-up

A daily round-up as the UK is set to go to the polls for a July 4 election.

US set to announce over $2.3 billion weapons package for Ukraine: Pentagon

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States will soon announce more than $2.3 billion in new security assistance for Ukraine, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Tuesday during a meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart at the Pentagon. Austin also gave a nod to Ukraine's aspirations to eventually join NATO. At next week's NATO summit in Washington D.C., Austin said: "We will take steps to

Boris Johnson appears to help Rishi Sunak stop 'Starmergeddon'

As Brits prepare to go to the polls in less than 48 hours, the Conservatives have pulled out their secret weapon in a last ditch bid to cling on to blue seats.

Mark Duggan's rapper son faces jail over gun crime

The father of drill artist Kemani Duggan, known as Bandokay, was shot dead by police in 2011.

Venezuela's opposition coalition welcomes President Maduro's plan to jumpstart dialogue with the US

CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuela's main opposition coalition on Tuesday welcomed President Nicolas Maduro's announcement the day before about his intentions to jumpstart negotiations with the United States this week. The executive secretary of the U.S.-backed Unitary Platform coalition, Omar Barboza, told reporters that the alliance sees Maduro’s statement on Monday and his openness to dialogue only weeks away from Venezuela’s highly...