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UK Meat Suppliers Hit by Cyberattacks as Officials Warn of Food-Supply Risks
Some UK meat suppliers saw refrigeration units start to warm after cyberattacks hit systems used by food businesses across Europe. The incidents affected a h...
FDA Recalls Macleods Blood Pressure Tablets After Quality Test Failure
The FDA classified a nationwide recall of two lots of blood pressure tablets made by Macleods Pharma USA as Class II after the pills failed dissolution testing. The recall covers 3,528 30-count bottles and 216 90-count bottles, with both lots set to expire May 31, 2027. Consumers can check the lot numbers and National Drug Codes on their prescription bottles.
Ebola Survivors Offer Comfort to Children in Congo’s Isolation Wards
A former Ebola patient now holds and comforts children fighting the disease in an isolation ward in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, where their parents
Poland Says It Thwarted Possible Provocation Near Kaliningrad Border
Poland says its border guards stopped a possible provocation near Russia’s Kaliningrad exclave overnight, after spotting suspicious movement in the border ar...
West Ham sack Nuno Espírito Santo as Scott Parker moves closer to taking charge
West Ham United have dismissed head coach Nuno Espírito Santo after a poor start to their Championship campaign. Scott Parker is in advanced talks to
UK Seeks Input From Slave Trade-Affected Countries on Apology
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is opening talks with Commonwealth countries affected by Britain’s role in the slave trade to help shape a possible formal apology. The discussions are taking place at the leaders’ summit in Antigua and Barbuda, alongside plans for debt restructuring. The UK says it will not pay financial reparations.
Florida Learjet Crash Kills Tech Founder Adam Robinson and Family
Nine people died when a Learjet 60 traveling from Austin to the Bahamas crashed in Palm Beach County, Florida. The victims included tech entrepreneur Adam Robinson, his wife Helen Sharp, their two young children, a nanny, two friends and the two pilots. Investigators are examining whether ice, turbulence or human error contributed to the crash.
Bureau warns severe thunderstorms across Queensland, NSW
Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology warned that severe thunderstorms could bring giant hail, destructive winds and heavy rain to parts of Queensland and New South Wales. The greatest risk includes south-east Queensland and areas near the NSW border. Meteorologist Christie Johnson said storms could intensify from late morning into the afternoon as weather systems converge.
RBA Raises Cash Rate to 4.85%, Highest Since 2008, in 6-3 Vote
Australian mortgage holders face higher repayments after the Reserve Bank of Australia raised its cash rate to 4.85% on Tuesday, the highest level since 2008.
Russian strikes kill 26 at Ukraine aid distribution site
Russian strikes kill 26 people at an aid distribution site in Komyshuvakha, Ukraine, after bombs hit a school used for humanitarian needs. Five people were injured and 27 were initially reported missing. Rescue teams said drone attacks repeatedly interrupted their work, while President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the attack and said peace talks are due to resume next week.
Asterix Scratched from Melbourne Cup After Prohibited Race-Morning Treatment
Racegoers and followers of the Melbourne Cup face a late change to the Flemington field: stewards ordered Chris Waller-trained Asterix withdrawn on race day ...
Fighting Returns in Kherson Region After Six-Day Truce
Fighting resumed in Ukraine’s Kherson region after a six-day ceasefire that enabled hundreds of people to leave Russian-occupied Oleshky. Local authorities said strikes hit a medical facility in central Kherson and a Russian drone injured two people in a car. Kyiv and Moscow also accused each other of using the pause to regroup, while the Kremlin said it had no plans for similar ceasefires.
Netanyahu and Eisenkot Vie for First Chance to Form Israel’s Next Government
Israel’s next government could hinge on which leader can turn post-election endorsements into a governing coalition. Gadi Eisenkot appears to have an early e...
Washington Explores Black Sea Ceasefire for Grain, Energy
The United States is weighing proposals from Turkey and India for a limited Black Sea ceasefire to protect commercial grain and energy shipments. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said international interest is growing as shipping disruption threatens food and energy security. The proposal could ease risks for vessels, while leaving the broader Russia-Ukraine conflict unresolved.
Piastri Drops to 13th After Mexican GP Collision Penalty
Oscar Piastri’s seventh-place finish at the Mexican Grand Prix vanished after stewards handed him a 10-second penalty for his collision with Arvid Lindblad. ...
Block auction sparks scrutiny over dual buyer proxies
An auction at The Block drew scrutiny after an OBrien Real Estate executive bid for buyers on a home his firm was selling. The buyers had also appointed another agent to bid on a separate property, which they later purchased. The episode has prompted a warning from the buyers’ advocacy industry group about potential conflicts of interest.
Japan Launches Disaster Agency to Coordinate Emergency Response
Japan has launched a National Disaster Management Agency to bring preparedness, emergency response and recovery under a stronger central command. The Tokyo-b...
Ukraine war briefing Kyiv: False alerts hit warning app
Ukraine’s air force said the country’s air-raid alert app was likely hacked after it briefly sent false nuclear and chemical warnings, including in Kyiv. Officials said there was no radiation threat and urged residents to check official updates. Russia’s emergencies ministry later said its own warning app had also suffered a cyberattack. The false alerts raised questions about how people should verify emergency warnings when a public alert system is disrupted.
New Respect Orders Offer Hope for Towns Facing Anti-Social Behaviour
New Respect Orders give police and councils powers to restrict adults responsible for persistent anti-social behaviour, with courts able to require treatment or anger management. In Newcastle-under-Lyme, cafe owner Sharron Foley says customers are worried about visiting the town centre. Police say the orders allow officers to arrest people who breach them.
Nine dead after business jet crashes in Florida neighborhood
A Florida neighborhood faced a deadly crash when a business jet went down near homes and a busy road, killing all nine people aboard. Authorities
Ukraine’s Air Raid Alert Hacked, False Threats Sent
Ukraine’s Air Force said the country’s air raid alert app was compromised late Nov. 1, sending false warnings of nuclear, chemical and street-fighting threats. The alerts were cleared about an hour later, and Ukraine’s State Emergency Service said the nationwide system was operating normally by midnight. Officials urged residents to avoid suspicious links and follow local updates.
Australia’s 14,000 Planned Kerbside EV Chargers Face Risk of Going Unused
Australia’s planned rollout of about 14,000 kerbside electric-vehicle chargers could deliver far less use than the government expects, with an independent es...
Exit polls point to Yotova victory in Bulgaria presidential runoff
Iliana Yotova appeared set to win Bulgaria’s presidential runoff, with exit polls and initial vote counts putting the acting president ahead of challenger An...
Former Intelligence Chiefs Warn Trump Could Challenge Midterm Results
WASHINGTON — The warnings from former U.S. intelligence leaders put the integrity of the midterm vote at the center of a political dispute, with Donald