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Trump teases ‘big announcement’ as 2024 speculation builds
Trump looks set to make a big declaration next week as he teases a third presidential run.
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Her daughter tragically disappeared in 1999. 23 years later, she got a terrifying call.
Somalis are going hungry. Their government isn’t calling it a famine
New York Times: Leaders resist formal declaration that could unlock aid and save lives.
North Korea slams US for raising alleged arms supply to Russia
North Korea argues it has never sent artillery shells to Moscow.
Police officers charged after train crash into patrol car with suspect
The charges include attempted manslaughter and second-degree assault.
Blind paedophile jailed after taking sick step to consume abuse material
He began going blind during his offending, using technology to let him continue.
US midterms: Republicans double down on Trumpist candidates
Financial Times: Character is no longer on the ballot, says a Republican strategist.
Russia-Ukraine war: Sons of Putin allies fail to answer the call-up
Young men from elite families demure when phoned to ask if they will fight in Ukraine.
Moon Jae-in to give up pet dogs as costs bite
Moon Jae-in was given the animals by the North Korean leader after a summit in 2018.
'I was very scared': Nancy Pelosi opens up after attack
Paul Pelosi was bludgeoned with a hammer after an intruder broke into their home.
Tonight's total lunar eclipse: When and where to watch; weather; live streams
New York Times: The show begins in New Zealand tonight just after 9pm.
Qatar's ‘carbon-neutral’ World Cup claim raises doubts
Qatar has promised a 'carbon-free' World Cup but experts doubt it's possible.
Italy blocks male migrants from leaving rescue ships
New York Times: Authorities allow 'vulnerable' migrants to disembark but block adult men.
Twist could solve great UK mystery of Lord Lucan
The disappearance of Lord Lucan in 1974 has baffled historians and the police ever since.
Kyiv region still struggling 6 months after Russian retreat
An estimated 1 million people — half the number who fled the region — have returned.
North Korean missile tests were 'practice to attack South'
Claims recent launches are tests for 'merciless' strike against military targets.
Far-right group members arrested in Germany over alleged coup plot
The raids targeted a far-right movement called the Reichs Citizens, a group who allegedly intended to overthrow the German government by force. Video / AP
Putin-linked businessman admits to US election meddling
Entrepreneur claims his political interference is 'careful, precise, and surgical'.
Can a really, really big flagpole save America? That’s the plan
Financial Times: Meet the family building the gargantuan Flagpole of Freedom.
Security cameras make us feel safe, but are they worth the invasion?
New York Times: Internet cameras come at a high cost to our privacy.
China lucks out again as 23-ton rocket booster falls in the Pacific
New York Times: It's the fourth uncontrolled reentry of Chinese space debris.
Why China’s Covid chaos is part of Xi’s plan
There are rumblings behind the scenes as China refuses to its drop zero-Covid policy.
Ship refuses to leave Italian port until all migrants dismebarked
Italy's two-week-old government is refusing safe port to four ships.
Teenager who killed rapist faces 20 years behind bars after escape
Pieper Lewis pleaded guilty after enduring horrific abuse when she was sex trafficked.
US midterm elections: Democrats pin hopes on turnout to avoid rout
Financial Times: Americans are voting early in large numbers.
US Powerball jackpot reaches billion-dollar record high
Powerball has reached a record jackpot after no winner in 40 draws
Top Russian general and 'hero' removed from command
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COP27 UN climate summit: Grim backdrop of a world in crisis
Envoys from around the world gather in Egypt to tackle global threats.