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UK's Labour to win massive election majority, exit poll shows

By Andrew MacAskill, Elizabeth Piper and Alistair Smout LONDON (Reuters) -Keir Starmer will be Britain's next prime minister with his Labour Party set to win a massive majority in a parliamentary election, an exit poll on Thursday indicated, while Rishi Sunak's Conservatives are forecast to suffer historic losses. The poll showed Labour would win 410 seats in the 650-seat parliament, ending 14

Man who flew €8.4m of cocaine to Ireland jailed for 11 years

A man who flew €8.4m worth of cocaine from France into Ireland has been jailed for 11 years.

Lost remnants of the Revolutionary War uncovered in Virginia

Archaeologists recently unearthed lost remnants of America's first soldiers who found in the Revolutionary War. The discovery was made in Colonia Williamsburg, Virginia.

Iranians vote in run-off presidential election amid widespread apathy

By Parisa Hafezi DUBAI (Reuters) - Iranians will vote in a run-off presidential election on Friday amid voter apathy and heightened regional tensions. The run-off follows a June 28 ballot with historic low turnout, when over 60% of Iranian voters abstained from the snap election for a successor to Ebrahim Raisi, following his death in a helicopter crash. The low participation is seen by critics

Man stops driver and impersonates police officer

Police say the man's car had flashing lights and he wore a white police hat

Satellite images show deforestation toll of Indonesia mines

More than 700,000 hectares of forest in Indonesia have been cleared for mining since 2001, including large tracts of primary forest, a new analysis using satellite data has found. It estimates that mining -- including pits, processing facilities, tailings areas and roads -- resulted in the clearing of 721,000 hectares (7,210 square kilometres) of forest between 2001 and 2023.

Brazil's Bolsonaro formally accused over Saudi gifts, sources say

BRASILIA (Reuters) - Brazilian federal police on Thursday formally accused former President Jair Bolsonaro of embezzlement for misappropriating jewelry he received while head of state, including luxury items gifted by the Saudi Arabian government, two police sources said. This is the second time police have formally accused Bolsonaro of a crime. He was charged in March with forging his COVID-19

US welcomes humanitarian truce in Congo, White House says

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States welcomed a two-week humanitarian truce in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the White House said on Thursday, amid fierce fighting between government troops and Rwanda-backed M23 rebels. The fighting in North Kivu province has sent more than 1.7 million people fleeing their homes, driving up the number displaced in Congo by multiple conflicts to

Hezbollah’s message in its large ‘retaliatory’ attacks

Hezbollah claimed, via Iranian media, it had “launched a barrage of rockets at several Israeli military positions in response to the regime’s killing of one of its commanders in southern Lebanon."

FairPrice Group investigates after customer finds plastic clothespin in soup

SINGAPORE: FairPrice Group has launched an investigation after a customer complained online that she found... The post FairPrice Group investigates after customer finds plastic clothespin in soup appeared first on The Independent Singapore News - Latest Breaking News

Mexico's Sheinbaum taps Garcia Harfuch as security minister in bid to tackle crime

By Adriana Barrera MEXICO CITY (Reuters) -Mexican President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum on Thursday named Omar Garcia Harfuch to be her security minister in a bid to repeat the successes in fighting crime she achieved as mayor of Mexico City. Garcia Harfuch, who served as Sheinbaum's security chief when she ran the capital from 2018 to 2023, was credited with halving the homicide rate in the city.

Hunt for 'armed' teens after police officer hurt

Officers were surrounded by a "large crowd who were hostile" towards them, says the Met Police.

Russia poses as peacemaker, stepping up attacks on Ukraine’s east

Meanwhile, Ukraine rebuffs Hungary’s ceasefire plan as an independent media outlet analyses Russian war-related deaths.

Sir Keir Starmer holds Holborn and St Pancras

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer holds Holborn and St Pancras. Labour is forecast to have a 170-seat majority in the Commons, with the Conservatives reduced to their lowest number of MPs on record.

Suspect in Slovak PM shooting faces charge of carrying out terrorist attack

(Reuters) - The man detained over the shooting of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico will face prosecution on the charge of carrying out a terrorist attack, Slovakia's general prosecutor said on Thursday. Fico is recovering after being shot four times at close range when he greeted supporters at a government meeting in the central Slovak town of Handlova in mid-May. That left him needing hours of

Italy court trims sentences for US tourists over police officer's murder, again

By Marco Carta ROME (Reuters) -An Italian appeals court on Wednesday again reduced the prison terms imposed on two American tourists, who were originally given life sentences for the 2019 murder of a police officer in a case that shook Italy. The court ruled that Finnegan Lee Elder, 19 at the time of the incident, should now serve 15 years and two months in jail for stabbing officer Mario

Peru Congress approves statute of limitations for crimes against humanity

LIMA (Reuters) - Peru's Congress passed a law on Thursday introducing a statute of limitations for crimes against humanity, despite opposition from human rights organizations who argue the measure will hamper ongoing investigations into serious abuses. The law passed with 15 votes in favor and 12 against in the Congress' permanent commission, after the right-wing dominated legislature initially

Ghana presidential candidate Bawumia picks energy minister as running mate

By Maxwell Akalaare Adombila ACCRA (Reuters) - Ghana's Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumia of the country's ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) has picked the current energy minister as his running mate for December's presidential election. President Nana Akufo-Addo will step down in January 2025 after serving the constitutionally mandated eight years. Ruling parties are often considered favourite to

Who could get key roles in a UK Labour government?

With Labour predicted to become the biggest party in the UK parliament, here are the contenders for the most prominent ministerial positions. A central figure in Labour efforts over the last four years to regain the electorate's trust on economic issues, she insists it is now "the natural party of British business".

The suspect in the attempted assassination of Slovakia's prime minister now faces terror charges

BRATISLAVA, Slovakia (AP) — The suspect in the attempted assassination in May of Slovakia's populist prime minister, Robert Fico, is now facing terror charges as part of an investigation by authorities, the country’s prosecutor-general said Thursday. The suspect, identified only as J.C., was originally charged with attempted murder. Prosecutor-General Maroš Žilinka said in a statement that the change in the charges is based on evidence the...

Americans celebration Independence Day from sea to shining sea

Americans celebration Independence Day from sea to shining sea

Lib Dem leader eyes 'best result for a century'

The party is predicted to win 61 seats and hopes to unseat some ministers including the chancellor.

These countries have non-violent rivalries

World peace, we all want it, but you know how life goes... War has ravaged the world for thousands of years, but some countries have taught us that there's such thing as friendly competition. From America to Tanzania, countries that once spilled each other's blood on the battlefield have moved on, becoming friendly rivals. Click through this gallery to find out which countries have a little friendly competition.

Chinese sanda vs Korean taekwondo: Asian martial arts both built on ancient styles

Both relatively young martial arts also emphasise the importance of respect and honour, but their techniques are quite different From ancient Shaolin techniques to iconic movie stars like Bruce Lee, delve into the history, philosophy and cinematic impact of kung fu with our martial arts series. Asian martial arts are as diverse and varied as the re...

Police launch urgent hunt for missing girl, 13, not seen since Monday

Layla, who has connections in the south of England, including Essex, was reported missing from Stowmarket at the beginning of this week.

Six arrested in connection with stampede in north India, police say

NEW DELHI (Reuters) -Indian police said on Thursday they had arrested six people in connection with the stampede at a Hindu religious event in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh this week in which 121 people were killed. The stampede happened on Tuesday in Phulrai Mughal Garhi village of Uttar Pradesh's Hathras district, where about 250,000 people had gathered to listen to preacher Suraj Pal

Putin offers Kim Jong-un a poisoned gift

Two weeks ago, the Russian president visited North Korea. And he did not visit Kim Jong-un empty-handed. Vladimir Putin handed his North Korean counterpart a luxurious limousine: according to Reuters news agency, it was an Aurus Senat by Sollers, a "Russian Rolls Royce." The price of an entry-level Sollers model is around 500,000 euros. Imagine the two state leaders at the wheel of an imposing limousine, both with twinkling eyes. It was a...

Cyclist in his 70s taken to hospital after crash

Hertfordshire Police says the man has "potentially life-threatening injuries".

Rwanda and its incredible mountain gorillas

Gorillas are intelligent creatures who share about 98% of their genes with humans. An endangered species, mountain gorillas are the largest primate in the world and live in the forests of three African countries. Ever wanted to take an adventure through the middle of the African jungle to see mountain gorillas? This is a journey we'll take you on in this gallery with these fascinating facts and photos of Rwanda, an African country that is home to the largest primates in the world. These endangered species are incredible to see up close, so what are you waiting for? Let's go!

India preacher denies blame for crush deaths

Bhole Baba, who led the festival where some 120 people died, will co-operate with investigations.

Sunak gives peerages to Theresa May and Sir Graham Brady

Rishi Sunak has handed peerages to former prime minister Theresa May, former chairman of the 1922 Committee Sir Graham Brady and his chief of staff in the dissolution honours list. Deputy prime minister Oliver Dowden, former chief whip Julian Smith, former defence secretary Ben Wallace and Scotland secretary Alister Jack have been nominated for knighthoods.

Xi and Putin set out ambitions for Eurasian security club

ASTANA (Reuters) -Chinese President Xi Jinping urged members of a regional security club on Thursday to resist external meddling, while President Vladimir Putin was due to speak about creating a new Eurasian security system at the group's annual meeting. Putin and Xi have expanded the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), a club founded in 2001 with Russia, China and Central Asian nations, to

Ukrainian forces pull back from part of strategic eastern town

By Anastasiia Malenko KYIV (Reuters) - Ukraine's military said on Thursday its troops had pulled back from part of Chasiv Yar in the eastern Donetsk region, a day after Russia said its forces had taken control of a district in the strategic town. Chasiv Yar stands on high ground. If Russian forces establish full control over the town, they could potentially use it as a staging post to advance

Security guard guilty of hatching Holly Willoughby kidnap, rape and murder plot

A security guard has been found guilty of masterminding "graphic" plans to kidnap, rape and murder TV presenter Holly Willoughby. Gavin Plumb developed an "obsession" with the star over a number of years and assembled an "abduction kit" - complete with handcuffs and metal cable ties - to help carry out his attack.

Prime Minister of tiny African nation Cape Verde visits Cape Cod

Prime Minister of tiny African nation Cape Verde visits Cape Cod

Hezbollah fires 200 rockets and drones into Israel

Hezbollah launched the barrage in response to Israel's killing of one of its senior commanders.

Netanyahu sends delegation to negotiate hostage release deal

Netanyahu will have consultations with his ceasefire negotiations team prior to cabinet meetings this evening, and will speak with US President Joe Biden

Ex-Labour leader Corbyn wins as independent in UK election

Former UK Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, a veteran left-winger suspended by the party following a drawn-out anti-Semitism scandal, won re-election to parliament on Friday as an independent candidate. He led the main opposition Labour party -- which is on course to return to power following Thursday's vote -- into the last election in 2019 but stepped down as leader after overseeing its worst results in decades.

Taiwan reports more Chinese military activity, calls for de-escalation

TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwan on Friday reported renewed Chinese military activity nearby with another "combat patrol" as the government called on Beijing not to escalate tensions after the seizure of a Taiwanese fishing boat. China, which views democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory, has stepped up its pressure over the past four years, both militarily and politically. On Tuesday,

3,644 more eligible voters in latest electoral roll compared to PE2023

SINGAPORE: The Government has released an update on the latest electoral roll, revealing that there... The post 3,644 more eligible voters in latest electoral roll compared to PE2023 appeared first on The Independent Singapore News - Latest Breaking News

Waitress nearly drowns after being dragged in lake by dine-and-dashers

Waitress Liahna Bertels, 20, was forced to swim her way out of the Missouri lake as a result, crying and traumatized by the encounter.

Greens secure first seat with Bristol Central win

Labour's shadow culture secretary is defeated as Greens see huge swing to their party.

UK general election live results 2024: By the numbers

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s party is expected to lose the July 4 election after 14 years of Conservative rule.

NCT's Renjun under fire for leaking a civilian's phone number

89 migrants dead at sea off Mauritania: news agency

Nearly 90 migrants bound for Europe perished when their boat capsized earlier this week off the coast of Mauritania, the state news agency and a local official said Thursday, while dozens more remain missing. "The Mauritanian coast guard recovered the bodies of 89 people aboard a large traditional fishing boat that capsized on Monday July 1 on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean" about four kilometres from the country's southwest city of Ndiago, the...

Away from global attention, Sudan is starving

We need to take urgent action to prevent what could be the largest hunger crisis of our times.

Trudeau says he will stay on as Prime Minister after major election loss

Ballot boxes arrive and vote counting takes place across all the UK

Ballot boxes are arriving and vote counting started to take place across all the United Kingdom for the 2024 General Election.

Michelle Troconis, convicted for helping her boyfriend murder his wife, claims to be a ‘scapegoat’

“62% haircut” – GIC sells stake in UK mall purchased at 312 million for 120 million

SINGAPORE: Singapore sovereign wealth fund GIC has reportedly sold its 17.5 per cent stake in... The post “62% haircut” – GIC sells stake in UK mall purchased at 312 million for 120 million appeared first on The Independent Singapore News - Latest Breaking News