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Family Sues Google After Man Dies Following Its Maps

The man, identified as Philip Paxson, was driving home on a rainy night when he drove off an unmarked, collapsed bridge and died.

'Humanity Has Opened Gates To Hell', Warns UN Chief As He Calls For Action Against Climate Change

The UN chief has also called on developing countries to support emerging economies in their fight against climate change.

Human-Induced Climate Change Blamed For Fatal Libya Floods

A World Weather Attribution report declares that human-induced climate change caused Libya to be 50 times more likely to experience an extreme weather event.

Sunak Takes a Risk With Net Zero Policies In a Bid To Win Back Voters

The Prime Minister has said he wants to be honest about the "costs and trade-offs" of tackling climate change. In a statement yesterday Rishi Sunak said he was proud that "Britain is leading the world on climate change" and will stick by the agreements the UK has made internationally.

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Indian YouTuber Travels To Afghanistan To Meet Taliban, Praises Their 'Hospitality'

An Indian vlogger, identified as Muhammed Yaseen, has dared to interview the Taliban for his vlog.

Ex-Bank Of England Governor Mark Carney Says Former PM Liz Truss Turned Britain Into 'Argentina On The Channel'

Liz Truss has vehemently defended the policies she tried to enact during her short time as prime minister. Mark Carney also criticised "far-right populists" and Brexiteers for having a "basic misunderstanding of what drives economies".

The NHS, which treats more than one million people a day in England alone, will turn 75 on July 5

NHS Plan Historic Double Strike As Workers Continue Call For Better Wages And Fairer Work Hours

After several NHS workers rejected the government's pay rise offer, the industrial strike action has reached new levels, with many NHS workers criticising the government for repeatedly failing to meet their demands.

Justin Trudeau accuses the Indian government of murder on Canadian soil, sparking a diplomatic crisis

There were hints of frosty relations at this month's G20, with the two premiers less than cordial, but Monday's bombshell has taken the crisis to a new level.

UK visa application fees to see 20% increase across wide range of categories

The decision to raise visa fees follows an announcement by British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in July, stating that fees and health surcharges for visa applicants would increase significantly, with the goal of raising over £1 billion.

Government releases updated list of schools with collapse-prone concrete

As of 14 September, another 27 schools were identified as having reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC).

Anti-death row preacher criticised for wanting money and fame

Rev. Jeff Hood, who works as a spiritual preacher, has been criticised for using his activist platform to turn inmates on death row against their lawyers.

Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu asks Elon Musk to 'stop' antisemitism on X

Musk calls himself a "free speech absolutist". He believes that content permitted by law can be allowed on Twitter.

'We can't -- in all good conscience -- pretend that it isn't hurting our people and harming our businesses,' London Mayor Sadiq Khan will say of Brexit, in a speech to political and business leaders

London could see temperatures touching 45°C, warns mayor Sadiq Khan

The warning comes as London sees record temperatures and extremely hot days.

Women continue to face discrimination in Afghanistan two years into Taliban rule

The Taliban barred girls from attending secondary schools on September 18, 2021, a month after it took over Afghanistan.

Russell Brand denies rape accusations in statement

Prior to the release of the Channel 4 Dispatches documentary that accuses Russell Brand of sexual assault and rape, the comedian put out a statement denying the allegations.

US and Iran Prisoner Exchange Deal is Actually Worth $6 Billion

The US and Iran prisoner exchange will free $6 billion in Iranian oil revenue held in South Korea, with both countries discussing a possible arrangement that would seek to place some limitations on Iran's expanding nuclear program.

New £1 billion Government insulation scheme could save families £400 a year

The £1 billion investment will provide grants for homes that have low energy efficiency ratings and are in lower council tax bands.

Why is Singapore's birth rate so low?

Singapore, one of the most expensive countries to live in, hit a record-low birth rate in 2022 after years of consistent decline, and the government introduced new benefits to couples who are starting families.

Labour vows to renegotiate Brexit deal, Keir Starmer pledges

Although unclear if the EU would be willing to renegotiate the accord, Starmer's pledge is likely to prove popular with many Labour voters, who have been critical of the current Brexit deal.

Taiwan asks China to stop its 'military harassment'

Taiwan has claimed that as many as 103 Chinese warplanes flew towards the island in a new daily high.

Indian forest officer trampled to death by wild elephant

An elephant charged at a forest officer out of the blue, picked him up, and flung him in the air.

Post-Brexit Opportunities For UK Businesses

UK's post-Brexit chemical regulations raise concerns over public health and environmental safety

After Brexit in 2021, the UK adopted its chemical regulation, Reach, separate from the EU, raising eyebrows as the rules between both governing bodies differ.

UK plans to ban the American XL bully dogs as Rishi Sunak calls it a 'lethal danger'

American XL bully dogs are a danger to communities and will be banned, Rishi Sunak has vowed after a man was mauled to death.

Wife of drug lord 'El Chapo' awarded release from federal custody in the United States

El Chapo's wife, Emma Coronel, is free after serving time in prison for drug-related charges, whilst her husband is spending his life behind bars in Colorado.

Climate Protesters Arrested Outside Citigroup Headquarters in Tribeca

At least two dozen people were arrested after hundreds of climate protesters crowded the entrances to Citigroup's Tribeca headquarters Thursday morning.

Schools in Leeds and Bradford under lockdown after receiving threatening email

West Yorkshire police have already made an arrest in connection with a "malicious" email that was sent to a number of schools.

Morocco has handed out tents to survivors of its deadly quake

Earthquake aftershocks rock rescue teams and survivors in Morocco

Dramatic footage of those running from the mountains during a wave of aftershocks in Morocco has emerged, while France and Germany speak out about Morocco refusing their aid offer.

Musk calls his relationship with ex-girlfriend Amber Heard 'brutal'

News of Musk romancing the ex-wife of Hollywood star Johnny Depp surfaced after Heard's divorce from the actor

US warns Russia of consequences after it expels two of its diplomats

The US diplomats have been asked to leave the country within seven days.

School principal in Pakistan accused of raping 45 women

A case has been registered against the accused, and he has been sent to jail on a seven-day physical remand.

How the dams in Derna caved in and flooded the city

The two dams in the port city could not withstand the devastation brought about by Storm Daniel, causing massive torrents of floods throughout residences.

How to get involved in helping Morocco and Libya recover

The two countries suffered two destructive natural disasters over the weekend, leaving thousands dead and missing.

UN report reveals global failure in advancing women rights, with more than 340 million women to live in extreme poverty by 2030

The report forecasts that climate change may lead to an increase of up to 158.3 million additional women living in poverty by mid-century, surpassing the number of affected men by 16 million.

Body-cam footage exposes Seattle Police Officer for laughing at death of university student

Body-camera footage, that recorded a conversation between two officers, has emerged to show the men mocking the death of a 23-year-old girl who was hit by a police vehicle.

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