Book events of Palestinian author cancelled
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Ritz-Carlton Is Sued Over Luxury Safari Camp in Kenya
Ritz-Carlton’s luxury camp in Kenya’s Masai Mara offers “front row seats” to the Great Migration. But some Masai tribe members and wildlife experts say it’s in a sensitive area and should not have been approved. [Continue Reading]
Budget Will Be a Big Test for the UK’s Most Unpopular Chancellor in Decades
Rachel Reeves, who has had a bruising tenure as the country’s top economic official, is set to announce tax and spending measures that risk stoking more discontent. [Continue Reading]
100 Notable Books of 2025
Here is the standout fiction and nonfiction of the year, selected by the staff of The New York Times Book Review. [Continue Reading]
I’m a Professor. A.I. Has Changed My Classroom, but Not for the Worse.
My students’ easy access to chatbots forced me to make humanities instruction even more human. [Continue Reading]
Prosecutor Used Flawed A.I. to Keep a Man in Jail, His Lawyers Say
The case is among the first in which a prosecutor is accused of filing court papers marred by A.I.-generated mistakes. [Continue Reading]
Challengers Take on N.Y. House Democrats, Targeting Their Ties to Israel
Several Democratic incumbents are facing primary battles after Zohran Mamdani’s win suggested that being pro-Israel was no longer a universal selling point. [Continue Reading]
Faux Jewels and Slimming Belts: Why Shopping on TikTok Is a Lot Like QVC
The popular app’s online marketplace is growing rapidly in the United States, driven by TikTok’s popularity and influencer advertisements that look a lot like TV infomercials. [Continue Reading]
A.I. Can Do More of Your Shopping This Holiday Season
New tools and features from retailers and tech companies use artificial intelligence to help people find gifts and make decisions about their shopping lists. [Continue Reading]
U.S. Plans Compounds to House Palestinians in Israeli-Held Half of Gaza
The project could offer relief for tens of thousands of Palestinians who have endured two years of war, but has raised questions about whether it could entrench the partition of Gaza into Israeli- and Hamas-controlled zones. [Continue Reading]
Boeing Tackles Quality With a ‘War on Defects’
Two years after a panel flew off a 737 Max, Boeing is doing more inspections, completing work in its intended order and making other changes. Can the company keep it up? [Continue Reading]
Drug Arrests and Gun Seizures Fell as Homeland Security Pursued Immigration
Internal documents reveal the impact on crime fighting as the Trump administration diverts special agents to its mass deportation agenda. [Continue Reading]
Deported and Desperate to Be Reunited With Their Children
Across the United States, children have been left in the care of relatives and neighbors after deportations. In Venezuela, parents are clamoring for the return of their sons and daughters. [Continue Reading]
Trump’s Retribution Campaign Hits a Major Roadblock, and Health Care Costs Set to Surge
Plus, what a social media break can do for your brain. [Continue Reading]
As Trump Pushes to End Ukraine War, Europe Toils to Have a Say
Initially cut out of development of the 28-point peace plan, European leaders are now trying to recast its pro-Russia slant. So far, it seems to be working. [Continue Reading]
Trump Administration Is Taking Billions in Stakes in Firms Like Intel
The Trump administration is trading billions of dollars of taxpayer money for ownership stakes in companies. The unusual practice shows no sign of slowing. [Continue Reading]
UK government urged to step-up efforts to return couple jailed in Iran
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's husband told the BBC the UK government should have learned lessons from his wife's detention. [Continue Reading]
Slight improvement in water quality at bathing sites, new figures show
The annual figures from the Environment Agency show 93% of sites met minimum standards, up from 92% last year. [Continue Reading]
How will the government's sugar tax work?
Milkshakes and lattes set to be included in UK sugar tax scheme for the first time. [Continue Reading]
Moscow’s 'peace plan' as an instrument of war
The American part of the “peace plan” reflects the profiteering interests of real estate developer Steven Witkoff and investor Jared Kushner, both aligning neatly with Donald Trump’s own interests in wealth accumulation, writes Anton Shekhovtsov. [Continue Reading]
Why Chelsea missed out on transfer deal for ‘important’ £79m Barcelona star
The Barcelona star 'shut his eyes' to other clubs. [Continue Reading]
WWE fans convinced show is ‘cursed’ after major setback on Netflix stream
Viewers were disappointed by the turn of events. [Continue Reading]
Is the US going to war with Venezuela? Trump restricts holiday leave for troops
It comes amid Operation Southern Spear, headed up by General Dan Caine, which has seen military forces concentrate in the Caribbean. [Continue Reading]
Europe’s best Christmas market is just two hours from London — here’s the cheapest way to visit
One of the world's most beautiful squares enjoys a charmed existence. [Continue Reading]
Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan found guilty of criminal damage to mobile phone
The trial started in September. [Continue Reading]
Ed Balls furiously interrupts Labour minister while grilling her in ‘car crash’ interview
'That interview was a car crash.' [Continue Reading]
One in five first time buyers in the UK’s ‘broken’ property market are over 40
The oldest first-time buyer in the research was 70 years old. [Continue Reading]
Same-sex marriage should be recognised in bloc - EU court
The EU's highest court has ruled that same-sex marriages must be respected throughout the bloc and rebuked Poland for refusing to recognise a marriage between two of its citizens that took place in Germany. [Continue Reading]
Graham Linehan cleared of harassing transgender activist
Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan has been cleared at Westminster Magistrates' Court of harassing transgender activist Sophia Brooks, but was found guilty of criminal damage to their mobile phone. [Continue Reading]
MetroLink facing legal challenge from Ranelagh residents
A group of residents from Ranelagh in south Dublin have begun a legal challenge against the planned MetroLink rail line for the capital. [Continue Reading]
UK can create 5,400 jobs if it stops plastic waste exports, report finds
Campaigners say closure of loophole making it cheaper to export rather than recycle will boost circular economyThe UK could end its reliance on exporting plastic waste by 2030 to support the creation of 5,400 new jobs and take responsibility for the environmental impact of its waste, according to research.The report said up to 15 new recycling facilities could be built by the end of the decade, attracting more than £800m of private investment. The increase in capacity would help generate almost £900m of economic value every year, providing at least £100m in new tax revenues annually. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Graham Linehan cleared of harassing trans activist but convicted of damaging phone
Irish comedy writer cleared at Westminster magistrates court of harassing Sophia Brooks on social mediaThe Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan has been cleared of harassing a transgender activist on social media but found guilty of criminal damage of their mobile phone outside a conference in London last year.The 57-year-old flew in from Arizona to appear at Westminster magistrates court in person on Tuesday, where judgment was delivered by district judge Briony Clarke. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Peak pizza? Domino’s boss ousted after launching shift towards chicken
Firm says Andrew Rennie is departing ‘by mutual agreement’ but it is thought he faced tensions with the boardBusiness live – latest updatesThe boss of Domino’s Pizza Group who suggested the UK may have reached peak pizza as he expanded the chain into fried chicken has been ousted after tensions with its board.Andrew Rennie is leaving after just two years at the helm, and will be replaced on an interim basis by the company’s chief operating officer, Nicola Frampton, while Domino’s searches for a new leader. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
How to make sure you're getting a good deal on Black Friday
Discounts often aren't the cheapest prices, but here's how to make sure you're getting a good deal. [Continue Reading]
Expert on killer's defence team now believes he is guilty
A BBC documentary series sheds new light on the murder of waiter Shamsuddin Mahmood in Orkney in 1994. [Continue Reading]
What is an Isa and how might the rules change?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly planning to alter Isa rules, but what are they and how do they work? [Continue Reading]
US and Russia to hold Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi after overnight strikes
Officials say at least nine people have been killed in Ukraine and Russia ahead of US-Russia talks in Abu Dhabi. [Continue Reading]
Graham Linehan cleared of harassing trans activist but guilty of damaging phone
Comedy writer Graham Linehan "deliberately whacked" a teenage trans woman's phone out of her hand, a court heard. [Continue Reading]
Senator banned after wearing burqa in far-right protest in middle of parliament
The leader of the anti-Muslim and anti-immigration party marched into Parliament wearing a burqa. [Continue Reading]
Thai woman found alive in coffin moments before temple cremation
A 65-year-old Thai woman shocked temple staff when she began moving inside her coffin moments before cremation. Her brother believed she had died after becoming unresponsive for two days, but staff heard faint knocking and rushed her to a nearby hospital. [Continue Reading]
US attorney general vows to appeal dismissal of criminal cases against James Comey and Letitia James – US politics live
Pam Bondi says she will ‘take all available legal action’ after cases dismissed against ex-FBI director and New York attorney general Good morning, and welcome to our live coverage of US politics. A US judge has dismissed criminal charges against former FBI director James Comey and New York attorney general Letitia James, concluding that the prosecutor handling the cases was unlawfully appointed.District Judge Cameron McGowan Currie ruled that Lindsey Halligan, the Trump-installed prosecutor who secured the indictment against two of the president’s most noted adversaries, was illegally appointed to her position as US attorney for the eastern district of Virginia.... [Continue Reading]
Graham Thorpe’s widow says he would be alive if ECB had offered more support
Cricketer killed himself after period of depressionWidow said remote support offered was ‘woeful’Graham Thorpe’s widow believes he would still be alive if there had been more support from the England and Wales Cricket Board after he left his coaching role with the governing body.Thorpe – one of the most respected batters of his generation and England’s assistant coach as recently as 2021 – killed himself last August following a long battle with anxiety and depression.In the UK, Samaritans can be contacted on 116 123 and the domestic abuse helpline is 0808 2000 247. In Australia, the crisis support service Lifeline... [Continue Reading]
EasyJet profits climb as package holidays sell well despite price rises
Travel firm says most popular package destinations are Majorca, Tenerife, Costa Blanca, Dalaman and LanzaroteBusiness live – latest updatesEasyJet has reported a rise in annual profits as strong demand for its package holidays to destinations including Tenerife and Lanzarote offset more difficult trading for its airline.Europe’s second-biggest budget airline upgraded its outlook for its holidays division, where it raised prices by an average of 5% to £698 for each break. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Leading lawyers condemn ‘contrived’ Bangladesh trial of former UK minister
Exclusive: High-profile lawyers suggest ex-City minister Tulip Siddiq has not enjoyed basic rights during her trial in absentiaThe trial in Bangladesh of the former UK City minister Tulip Siddiq has been “contrived and unfair”, leading lawyers including a former Conservative justice secretary have told Bangladesh’s ambassador before Thursday’s verdict.Siddiq, who resigned from the UK government in January, is due to receive her verdict and sentence in absentia, with the prosecution seeking a maximum life sentence term. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
One in seven English bathing spots rated as polluted in latest testing
Scarborough and Bognor Regis among places where water is so polluted it is not recommended for swimmingOne in seven [13%] of England’s bathing waters are rated as polluted, and one in 14 are so polluted they are not recommended for swimming.Famous beaches including Bognor Regis, Scarborough’s South Bay and Littlehaven Beach in South Shields were all rated “poor”, which means they are not recommended for swimming. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Labour condemns Nigel Farage after he ducks calls for probe into potential Reform UK links to Russia – UK politics live
Farage says he will not carry out a wider investigation after last week’s sentencing of former Reform UK leader in Wales, Nathan GillAt health questions today Wes Streeting is also likely to confirm a £300m capital investment for neighbourhood health centres in England. In a news release, the Department of Health and Social Care says the money – to be confirmed in tomorrow’s budget – will help establish a neighbourhood health service. It says:The chancellor will double down on the government’s commitment of continuing to slash NHS waiting times in this week’s budget - today confirming the investment for hundreds... [Continue Reading]
US to hold Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Abu Dhabi after Kyiv hit with deadly overnight strikes - Europe live
US army secretary Daniel Driscoll expected to hold meeting today having reportedly already met with Russia on Monday nightin KyivFour people were killed and three injured at one site in Kyiv’s Sviatoshynskyi district in the west, and two people were killed and five injured in the Dniprovskyi district. There were 13 separate reports of attack damage or falling debris including to a 22-storey residential apartment block. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Guinea-Bissau rivals Embalo, Dias claim win in presidential election
Conflicting claims come before the release of official results by the country's electoral commission. [Continue Reading]