A shark kills a woman and seriously wounds another swimmer in Australia
A shark attacked two mid-20s swimmers at Crowdy Bay National Park in Australia, killing a woman and seriously injuring a man. A bystander’s quick first aid likely saved the survivor before he was airlifted to hospital. [Continue Reading]
Debenhams boss could receive almost £150m if he turns around struggling retailer
Incentive scheme for CEO of fashion group, which also includes Boohoo, comes as sales slump 23%Business live – latest updatesThe boss of Boohoo and Debenhams could collect almost £150m in shares if he significantly boosts the value of the struggling fashion group, which is battling to turnaround sliding sales.Debenhams Group said on Thursday that Dan Finley, the chief executive, is in line to receive £148.1m in stock in three years’ time, as part of an incentive scheme for top bosses worth more than £200m. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
US deal must punish Russia war crimes, says Ukraine’s Nobel peace prize winner
Oleksandra Matviichuk warns any amnesty could encourage authoritarian leaders to attack their neighbours Any peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine that includes an amnesty for war crimes could encourage other authoritarian leaders to attack their neighbours, Ukraine’s only Nobel peace prize winner has warned.Oleksandra Matviichuk said the leaked 28-point US-Russia plan did not account for “the human dimension” and she supported President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s efforts to rewrite it in dialogue with White House. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Europe scrambles to join Ukraine talks as EU nations attempt to bolster militaries – Europe live
Macron due to unveil proposals for a new voluntary military service to boost the country’s defences without having to return to regular conscriptionMeanwhile, we are getting some new lines from Russia on what would and wouldn’t be acceptable to Moscow in a potential peace deal on Ukraine.Foreign ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said that Ukrainian membership of Nato would be unacceptable, as she blamed the alliance for trying to draw Ukraine into its structure and pose a threat against Russia, Reuters reported. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Dad charged with torture over hike that left two children fighting for life
The District Attorney said it was about 'emotional and psychological harm'. [Continue Reading]
Resident urinated outside due to lack of toilets - HIQA
A resident in a disability service run by St John of God had to urinate in the garden because they could not access the bathroom according to an inspection report from the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA). [Continue Reading]
500% increase in unaccompanied minors since 2022 - Tusla
Tusla has said that it is responding to a 500% increase in unaccompanied minors coming to Ireland since 2022, which has placed significant pressure on the agency. [Continue Reading]
Bulgaria: Thousands rally in Sofia as protesters clash with police
Tension in Sofia rose as Bulgaria's Budget and Finance Committee began work early, angering the opposition. Protests outside Parliament escalated, with clashes and injuries reported. [Continue Reading]
Adolf Hitler's namesake triumphs in Namibia local elections fifth time in a row
Namibian politician Adolf Hitler Uunona has retained his seat in his small northern constituency yet again despite his controversial name. [Continue Reading]
Europe scrambles to join Ukraine talks as EU nations attempt to bolster militaries – Europe live
Macron due to unveil proposals for a new voluntary military service to boost the country’s defences without having to return to regular conscriptionAngela Giuffrida in Rome and Ruth Michaelson in DamascusPope Leo is making his debut overseas trip as leader of the Catholic church, travelling on a six-day mission of peace and unity to Turkey and Lebanon in what the Vatican said was expected to be a “demanding” schedule packed with meetings with political and religious leaders amid heightened Middle East tensions. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Guardian Australia win Walkley award for Indigenous affairs for The Descendants series
Christopher Hopkins also named the Nikon-Walkley Press Photographer of the Year for work published in Al Jazeera, The Age, and the GuardianGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGuardian Australia has won a Walkley award for excellence in journalism for a series on Australians facing the truth of their family’s involvement in frontier violence.Guardian Australia won the Walkley Indigenous affairs at Thursday night’s ceremony for the The Descendants series, which built on Guardian Australia’s 2019 Walkley award-winning series The Killing Times. The series explored the deeply personal process of truth-telling about some of the most horrific incidents... [Continue Reading]
After death sentence, Bangladesh ex-PM Hasina gets 21 years for land grab
Public prosecutor vows to appeal the verdict, saying the government wants the maximum penalty. [Continue Reading]
Military seizes power in Guinea-Bissau and detains president
Military officers have seized control of Guinea-Bissau and detained the president. [Continue Reading]
Guinea-Bissau military appoints general as transition president after coup
Military officers had claimed 'total control' of the country a day after a tightly contested presidential election. [Continue Reading]
What is bamboo scaffolding and how did it worsen the Hong Kong fire?
Experts say the scaffolding likely aided the fire's spread. At least 55 people have died, and hundreds are missing. [Continue Reading]
Pope Leo Lands in Turkey, Planning to Meet Erdogan With a Message of Outreach
In the capital, Ankara, Leo XIV was received by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on the opening leg of a trip that will also include Lebanon. [Continue Reading]
‘No Alarm Went Off’: Hong Kong Fire Survivor Recounts Harrowing Escape
Many windows were covered, preventing residents from seeing the fire and smoke, one survivor said. [Continue Reading]
The story of Britain’s biggest mass water poisoning
A mass poisoning of tap water in Cornwall leads to a desperate search for truth. [Continue Reading]
France brings back limited military service with 3,000 volunteers next year
"The only way to avoid danger is to prepare for it," says President Emmanuel Macron. [Continue Reading]
EU deforestation regulation delay is a chance to fix what went wrong
The impending delay of the EU deforestation regulation is no failure – it’s an opportunity for Brussels to get things right going forward. The delay reflects mounting domestic unease from farmers, industry and national administrations that earlier warnings about design flaws, costs and feasibility were not addressed. [Continue Reading]
Coronation Street star ‘splits’ from boyfriend after breakdown of marriage
Corrie star calls it quits on recent romance [Continue Reading]
Small business can get iPhones, Macbooks and Google Pixel devices for as little as £7.49 a month with Raylo Business
Apple, Samsung and Google Pixel devices are all on offer for one week only. [Continue Reading]
Debenhams boss could receive almost £150m if he turns around struggling retailer
Incentive scheme for CEO of fashion group, which also includes Boohoo, comes as sales slump 23%The boss of Boohoo and Debenhams could collect almost £150m in shares if he significantly boosts the value of the struggling fashion group, which is battling to turnaround sliding sales.Debenhams Group said on Thursday that Dan Finley, the chief executive, is in line to receive £148.1m in stock in three years’ time, as part of an incentive scheme for top bosses worth more than £200m. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Beirut attacks leave Lebanon worried and waiting for another Israeli war
Israel has repeatedly struck Lebanon since a ceasefire last year, but Sunday's Beirut attack was an escalation. [Continue Reading]
Israel is now at the centre of a Republican civil war
Trump’s break with Greene exposes a deeper struggle inside the American right over what 'America First' truly means. [Continue Reading]
Australia’s move “banning all kids from social media is a drastic step”
"Other countries will look at the Australian experience to see whether or not it's successful." [Continue Reading]
Finland FM on Russia-Ukraine peace talks and Trump’s potential role
Finland on a possible Russia-Ukraine deal, Trump’s leverage and Europe’s stance as a NATO state on Russia's border. [Continue Reading]
Ex-Tour winner Thomas named Ineos racing director
The retired Welshman swaps the saddle for a new role at Ineos Grenadiers. [Continue Reading]
Stranger Things return gives some critics chills and thrills, but leaves others lukewarm
Many critics give the return of the show glowing reviews - although others say it's past its prime. [Continue Reading]
The EU–Mercosur agreements: are they actually treaty-compatible?
The Merosur procedure led by the European Commission has been chaotic, untransparent and, more importantly, raises significant legal issues. [Continue Reading]
Jeremy Clarkson is trademarking his face – and he admits it’s ‘absurd’
The Clarkson's Farm star is at it again. [Continue Reading]
Liverpool urged to drop ‘disgraceful’ Mohamed Salah after worrying loss to PSV
'Arne Slot has a decision to make.' [Continue Reading]
35% increase in termination notices issued by landlords
There has been 35% increase in termination notices issued by landlords to tenants in the third quarter of the year compared to the same period in 2024. [Continue Reading]
French authorities detain three for suspected Russian espionage activities
French authorities have detained three people for allegedly working for Russian security services and conducting economic espionage under the guise of running a humanitarian organisation. [Continue Reading]
Latest news bulletin | November 27th, 2025 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this November 27th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. [Continue Reading]
Wild turkeys off the menu in Maine after ‘forever chemicals’ found in birds
Contamination of wildlife with Pfas, which can increase risk of cancer, a growing problem in USHunters in Maine have been warned not to eat wild turkeys in parts of the state, after the birds were found to contain “forever chemicals” that can cause an increased risk of cancer.Maine officials warned that high levels of Pfas – per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances – have been detected in wild turkey and deer killed and harvested in areas in the south-west of the state. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
National guard shooting will likely make Trump crack down even harder
The attack makes the troops’ Washington DC exit less likely and offers a convenient data point for rightwing narratives“Washington DC is considered a safe zone,” Donald Trump declared on Tuesday, veering off topic at the national Thanksgiving turkey pardoning ceremony at the White House. “This was one of the most unsafe places anywhere in the United States. It is now considered a totally safe city.”A day later, two national guardsmen from West Virginia were shot in a busy area a few blocks from the White House in downtown Washington. The ambush took place outside the Farragut West Metro railway station... [Continue Reading]
Courtauld to embark on £82m campus project at Somerset House in London
‘Once-in-a-generation transformation’ of Grade-I building will bring teaching spaces under same roof as galleryThe Courtauld has unveiled an £82m campus redevelopment it is calling a “once-in-a-generation transformation” of its Grade-I listed building, Somerset House, in London.The Stirling prize-winning architects Witherford Watson Mann will take charge of the four-year project at the teaching and research centre and public gallery, which follows their 2021 revamp of the Courtauld Gallery space. The Courtauld Institute of Art is an independent college of the University of London, focusing on the teaching and research of art history. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Reeves should have included more tax reform in budget to help growth, IFS thinktank says – UK politics live
Institute for Fiscal Studies director says chancellors continue to ‘shy away from meaningful tax reform that could move the dial’Ask the Guardian your budget questionsShare your views on the new ‘mansion tax’ Budget calculator: find out if you are better or worse offThe Conservative party is attacking the budget on the grounds that Rachel Reeves is putting up taxes supposedly to fund more spending on benefit claimants. Even though the rationale for this claim is questionable, the Tories were making it before the budget was announced, and Kemi Badenoch firmed it up last night, claiming it was a “Benefits Street... [Continue Reading]
Europe scrambles to join Ukraine talks as EU nations attempt to bolster militaries – Europe live
Macron due to unveil proposals for a new voluntary military service to boost the country’s defences without having to return to regular conscriptionSetting out his plans, Macron says that while the decision to abandon compulsory national service in the 1990s was right as the end of the cold war changed the perceived level of danger, the new, evolving threats “lead us to make new decisions.”He says that while there is no return to conscription, France needs a new model of “mobilisation.” Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Powerful Springboks go for 7-1 bench split v Wales
South Africa name a formidable side for their autumn finale against Wales - with seven forwards on a powerful bench. [Continue Reading]
Newcastle say fans 'indiscriminately assaulted' by police in Marseille
Newcastle United are to launch a complaint following the "unacceptable treatment" of their supporters by French police after their side's defeat against Marseille. [Continue Reading]
Venezuela bans six major airlines as tensions escalate
The affected carriers ceased flying to Venezuela after the US warned of heightened military activity. [Continue Reading]
OBR calls in cyber expert over botched release of Budget analysis
Rachel Reeves's statement was thrown into chaos after journalists were able to access the document early. [Continue Reading]
One of the world’s greatest mysteries may have been solved after 900 years
Unlike other studies, which think they were crafted by a powerful tribe, it's thought that individual clans and families carved their own. [Continue Reading]