Ukraine’s anti-corruption authorities search properties linked to Zelenskyy’s chief of staff – Europe live
Andriy Yermak said authorities given ‘full access’ to his apartment, and that he is cooperating with the officers, with his lawyers presentPolitical analyst Viktor Shlinchak, of the Kyiv-based Institute for World Politics, described the searches as a “Black Friday” for Yermak and suggested Zelenskyy may be forced to dismiss him.“It looks like we may soon have a different head of the negotiating team,” he wrote in a Facebook post, quoted by Reuters. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Rescue efforts end at Hong Kong tower block fire as death toll reaches 128
Firefighters comb through high-rises with as many as 200 people still missing, according to officialsAnger swelling in Hong Kong over deadliest fire in more than 70 yearsHow the Hong Kong fire unfolded – visual guideThe death toll from the Hong Kong apartment complex fire that began on Wednesday has risen to 128 with as many as 200 missing, officials have said, as rescue operations were declared over.Firefighters were combing through the high-rises on Friday morning, attempting to find anyone alive after the massive fire that spread to seven of eight towers in one of the city’s deadliest ever blazes. Continue... [Continue Reading]
St Vincent opposition party celebrates historic election win
New Democratic party victory is crushing defeat for Unity Labour, which has held power since 2001The New Democratic party (NDP) in the Caribbean country of St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) is celebrating a historic landslide victory, taking 14 of 15 seats, according to preliminary results.The decisive vote was a crushing defeat for the Unity Labour party (ULP), which has been in power since 2001. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Africa’s forests transformed from carbon sink to carbon source, study finds
Alarming shift since 2010 means planet’s three main rainforest regions now contribute to climate breakdownAfrica’s forests have turned from a carbon sink into a carbon source, according to research that underscores the need for urgent action to save the world’s great natural climate stabilisers.The alarming shift, which has happened since 2010, means all of the planet’s three main rainforest regions – the South American Amazon, south-east Asia and Africa – have gone from being allies in the fight against climate breakdown to being part of the problem. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Copa Libertadores final: Palmeiras vs Flamengo – teams, start, lineups
Palmeiras and Flamengo line up in the eighth all-Brazilian Copa Libertadores final in the last nine years. [Continue Reading]
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“No justification [for Israeli] field execution” in occupied West Bank
Mustafa Barghouti on the “extrajudicial killing” of two Palestinian men by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank. [Continue Reading]
What I Love When I Love America
My love of country this Thanksgiving season is not based on what this or that politician does, but on what America has always been. [Continue Reading]
Goodbye, Price Tags. Hello Dynamic Pricing.
Shopping has always been a game. And now it’s being rigged against you. [Continue Reading]
Campaigners trying to save home of Auld Lang Syne
Ellisland Farm near Dumfries is where Robert Burns wrote the work regularly sung on New Year's Eve. [Continue Reading]
Former Brexit Party MEP denies taking payment from pro-Russian campaign
A prominent former MEP for Nigel Farage's old party denies taking bribes in a pro-Russian campaign. [Continue Reading]
Trump says US will pause migration from 'third-world countries'
The president did not name which countries would be affected, but vowed to remove anyone "not a net asset" to the US. [Continue Reading]
Emmerdale viewers passionately divided over whether controversial character should return
They had a lot to say. [Continue Reading]
Inside Peter Kay’s career revival as he announces ‘last lot of tour dates’
Profits from the shows go to 12 different cancer charities. [Continue Reading]
Cambridge Satchel is loved by everyone from Alexa Chung to Taylor Swift, and it’s offering up to 40% off top pieces for Black Friday
The discount isn’t only for Swifties! [Continue Reading]
Cowboys sink Chiefs on Thanksgiving, Packers win again
Dak Prescott threw for two touchdowns as the Dallas Cowboys beat the Kansas City Chiefs 31-28 in a Thanksgiving clash. [Continue Reading]
Enhancing EU-Kazakhstan cooperation for a sustainable future
Kazakhstan and the EU share a long-term interest in stable, resilient and predictable supply chains that underpin economic growth and deliver the technologies needed for a cleaner future, Foreign Affairs Minister Yermek Kosherbayev writes in an opinion article for Euronews. [Continue Reading]
Business secretary claims workers’ rights bill U-turn doesn’t breach Labour’s manifesto – UK politics live
Peter Kyle denies unfair dismissal policy U-turn is breach of manifesto pledge but unions and Labour MPs criticise decisionIn interviews this morning, Bridget Phillipson, the education secretary, also rejected claims that the employment rights bill U-turn contradicted Labour’s manifesto. (See 9.30am.) She told Sky News:In the manifesto, what we said was that we would work with trade unions, with business, with civil society, in consulting on those protections that we’d be bringing forward.So, there are both parts to that, within the manifesto, the important rights and the consultation.The employment rights bill is the biggest upgrade to workers’ rights in a... [Continue Reading]
Ukraine’s anti-corruption authorities search properties linked to Zelenskyy’s chief of staff – Europe live
Andriy Yermak said authorities given ‘full access’ to his apartment, and that he is cooperating with the officers, with his lawyers presentin KyivHello Jakub, it’s Dan Sabbagh just walking down the streets in Kyiv. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Syria calls Israeli incursion, strikes that killed 13 a ‘war crime’
Two Syrian children are among those killed by Israeli strikes following the incursion into the town of Beit Jinn. [Continue Reading]
Proposed R360 series delays launch until 2028
R360, the proposed global rugby series targetting the game's top stars, has pushed back its launch date two years to 2028, raising doubts over the project's viability. [Continue Reading]
Scotland has 33 new towns - where are they and what's it like living in one?
BBC Scotland visits Tarves in Aberdeenshire - one of 33 places which are no longer villages after seeing their populations swell. [Continue Reading]
Buy loo roll and keep the receipt - how to get a good deal on Black Friday
Discounts often aren't the cheapest prices, but here's how to make sure you're getting value for money. [Continue Reading]
Olivia Dean wins refunds for fans after criticising Ticketmaster
The pop star took action after tickets for her US tour were resold for 14 times their original cost. [Continue Reading]
Minister defends 'pragmatic' U-turn on workers' rights
Bridget Phillipson told the BBC the climbdown would enable wider benefits to be delivered quickly. [Continue Reading]
Instead of Black Friday, unions call for Make Amazon Pay Day
Amazon workers in over 30 countries are striking this 'Black Friday' weekend, demanding fair wages, union rights, and environmental accountability. The "Make Amazon Pay" campaign marks its sixth year of turning the retail giant's busiest sales period into a global day of protest. [Continue Reading]
British tourist ‘falls from Tui-operated cruise ship’ near the Canary Islands
Today, Spanish authorities confirmed the man who went overboard was a 76-year-old from the 'British Isles'. [Continue Reading]
I’m A Celebrity fans are furious over ‘sham’ in Aitch live Bushtucker Trial
We were on the edge of our seat. [Continue Reading]
Cowboys sink Chiefs on Thanksgiving, Packers win again
Dak Prescott threw for two touchdowns as the Dallas Cowboys beat the Kansas City Chiefs 31-28 in a Thanksgiving Day clash. [Continue Reading]
Bail law recommendations may lead to 'fundamental change'
The barrister who carried out a review into the country's bail laws has said if "tweaks" are made to the legislation, it will result in "fundamental change". [Continue Reading]
Labour MPs attack Starmer U-turn over workers’ rights as ‘complete betrayal’
Former minister says ditching plan for day-one protection against unfair dismissal ‘definitely is a manifesto breach’Keir Starmer is facing backbench anger after ministers abandoned plans to give workers day-one protection against unfair dismissal, a U-turn that breaches the Labour manifesto.MPs including a former minister who spearheaded the employment rights bill with the former deputy leader Angela Rayner have voiced concerns over the climbdown announced by the government. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Ukraine’s anti-corruption authorities search properties linked to Zelenskyy’s chief of staff – Europe live
Andriy Yermak said authorities given ‘full access’ to his apartment, and that he is cooperating with the officers, with his lawyers presentThe revelations that anti-corruption police are searching the property of Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s chief of staff Andriy Yermak will have huge repercussions for the Ukrainian political scene and possibly for peace negotiations as well.It is hard to overstate the significance of Yermak in the Ukrainian political system. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
St Vincent opposition party celebrates historic election win
New Democratic party victory is crushing defeat for Unity Labour, which has held power since 2001The New Democratic party (NDP) in the Caribbean country of St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) is celebrating a historic landslide victory taking 14 of 15 seats, according to preliminary results.The decisive vote was a crushing defeat for the Unity Labour party (ULP), which has been in power since 2001. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Scores killed as floods sweep several Asian nations
At least 80 people have died in Indonesia with another 56 dead in Sri Lanka in a week of extreme weather. [Continue Reading]
'This was preventable': Anger and unanswered questions after Hong Kong fire
Questions are mounting as to how the deadly fire spread so rapidly - and who should be held responsible. [Continue Reading]
At least 128 killed in Hong Kong blaze as search for scores still missing continues
At least 128 people died in a massive fire at the Wang Fuk Court housing complex in Hong Kong. Authorities are investigating the cause, with 200 still unaccounted for. [Continue Reading]
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade: Buzz Lightyear and Pac-Man float over chilly New York
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade showcased Shrek, Minnie Mouse, Buzz Lightyear and Pac-Man over Manhattan, with spectators braving chilly weather and strong winds. [Continue Reading]
At least 90 dead as floods and landslides hit Indonesia’s Sumatra island
Severe floods and landslides in West Sumatra have left at least 90 people dead, displaced hundreds of families, and caused widespread damage across multiple villages. [Continue Reading]
JP Morgan boss gave go-ahead for new £3bn tower in London after UK assurances
Decision by US bank’s CEO Jamie Dimon followed trip to New York by top adviser to Keir StarmerThe boss of JP Morgan Chase signed off on a new £3bn tower in London after a trip to New York by a top adviser to the UK prime minister to give assurances about the government’s pro-business policies, it has emerged.The Wall Street bank, which along with Goldman Sachs announced substantial investment plans in the UK hours after they were spared tax increases in Rachel Reeves’s autumn budget, only signed off on the plan for its new UK headquarters last Friday. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Starmer facing Labour backlash over ‘sellout’ U-turn on employment rights bill – UK politics live
Minister denies unfair dismissal policy U-turn is breach of manifesto pledge but unions and Labour MPs criticise decision Good morning. Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves spent yesterday denying that Labour broke a manifesto promise with its tax-raising budget. Given that Reeves had been expected to freeze income tax thresholds for weeks, it was a rather stale argument that did not go anywhere new. Then, late yesterday afternoon, the government opened up another broken manifesto argument with a surprise announcement about a U-turn on the employment rights bill.Here is our overnight story by Jessica Elgot and Richard Partington.Peter Kyle, the business... [Continue Reading]
Israeli military incursion into Syria, strikes kill 13: State Media
Two Syrian children are among those killed by Israeli strikes following the incursion into the town of Beit Jinn. [Continue Reading]
LIVE: Israel bombs Syria, Gaza after extrajudicial killings in West Bank
At least 13 Syrians killed in Israeli attacks after two unarmed Palestinians murdered in occupied West Bank's Jenin. [Continue Reading]
Israeli occupation now “far more extreme” for Palestinians
Author Antony Lowenstein says radicalisation of Israeli society allows the military to kill Palestinians with impunity. [Continue Reading]
Venezuela’s Maduro posts driving video amid US tensions
Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro has posted video of himself driving through the streets of the country’s capital. [Continue Reading]
RSF converts hospital in Sudan’s West Kordofan into military base
Sudan Doctors Network says military use of hospital is 'a blatant violation of sanctity of medical institutions'. [Continue Reading]
Property Tied to Ukraine’s Lead Negotiator Is Searched in Corruption Case
The scrutiny of Andriy Yermak, President Volodymyr Zelensky’s chief of staff, could disrupt U.S.-led peace talks and further rattle Ukrainian politics. [Continue Reading]
'Zaire president killed my grandad and targeted my dad' - TKV's family story
Heavyweight Jeamie TKV and his father share a most fascinating family story shaped by poisoning, plots and presidents. [Continue Reading]
Threats, tears & £800 tickets - how Man Utd are trying to tackle touts
Manchester United are trying several approaches to combat the problem of ticket touts. [Continue Reading]
The Budget: What Does It Actually Mean For You?
Keir Starmer defends the government’s tax-raising budget. [Continue Reading]
Shein: How the fast fashion disruptor ran into real world problems
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