'I grabbed my grandchildren and ran': Lebanon families flee Israeli strikes

People sleeping rough at a Beirut school describe fleeing Israel's bombardment with moments to spare.

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Helene Has Killed More Than 90 People. Here Are Some of Their Stories.

By Isabelle Taft, Sara Ruberg and Kate Selig from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/4eI0m8h

Sean Combs’s White Parties Were Edgy, A-List Affairs. Were They More?

By Jesse McKinley and Sarah Maslin Nir from NYT Arts https://nyti.ms/3Y3yndQ

What I found on the secretive tropical island they don't want you to see

BBC reporter gains access to the remote ocean territory despite UK and US attempts to stop her.

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Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan says 'it's good to be back' after award win

The Bollywood superstar returned to movies in 2023 after a hiatus lasting four years.

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What Shohei Ohtani and His Magnificent Season Mean for You

By Brad Stulberg from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/3zFzZ3Y

OpenAI Is Growing Fast and Burning Through Piles of Money

By Mike Isaac and Erin Griffith from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/4gKJwqW

'A very dangerous and delicate moment for Lebanon'

BBC Middle East Correspondent Hugo Bachega reports from Beirut as the IDF says it has killed the Hezbollah leader.

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Who is Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah?

He played a key role in turning Hezbollah into the political and military force it is today.

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Republican governor candidate treated for burns after 'campaign incident'

Mark Robinson's campaign is mired in scandal after reports he had posted racist comments online.

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Argentina records sharp rise in poverty

More than half of people in Argentina are now living in poverty, latest figures indicate.

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Myanmar rebels reject embattled junta's peace offer

The offer comes after battlefield losses and defections in the three-year-long civil war.

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Harris Has a Lot of Strengths. Giving Interviews Isn’t One of Them.

By Rebecca Davis O’Brien from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/4eB2E94

Raging waters and rescues as Hurricane Helene hits Florida

The category four storm hammered Florida's coast, bringing heavy rains and strong winds.

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Iran faces dilemma of restraint or revenge for attacks on ally Hezbollah

Iran has sought to strike an unusually conciliatory tone in the face of attacks on its ally Hezbollah.

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Escalating Trump row looms over Zelensky's US visit

Republicans accused Zelensky of election interference, after he visited an arms factory with top Democrats.

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Storm Helene strengthens as it heads to Mexico and Florida

The tropical storm is forecast to strengthen into a category-three hurricane by Thursday.

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Will the US presidential election define the future of crypto?

Crypto currency firms are waiting to see how November's vote will impact upon them.

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Cats have more freedom than Afghan women - Meryl Streep

A cat may "feel the sun on her face" in a park but girls do not have such freedoms under the Taliban, she said.

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Biden Works Against the Clock as Violence Escalates in the Middle East

By David E. Sanger from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3Zw1BDa

Canadian alleges 'psychological torture' in Chinese jail

Michael Kovrig, whose arrest kicked off a diplomatic spat, says he was held in solitary confinement for months.

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Boss of Titan sub firm said: 'No-one is dying under my watch'

A transcript reveals the OceanGate chief in a heated exchange, years before he and four others died when the submersible imploded.

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Street battles in Bolivia as Evo Morales leads march to capital

Supporters of Evo Morales have clashed with followers of his rival ahead of 2025 election

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Cathay bans couple who started row over reclining seat

A Chinese woman said she was harassed by the couple seated behind her on a flight after reclining her seat.

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Kenya to send 600 more police officers to Haiti

This will bring the Kenyan contingent helping Haitian police fight gangs up to 1,000.

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At least 51 dead in Iran coal mine explosion

At least 51 people are reported to have been killed after a gas leak sparked a blast in eastern Iran.

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Paratroopers mark 80 years since Operation Market Garden

A commemorative parachute jump is to be held in the Netherlands to remember the 'bridge too far'.

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California Firefighter Is Accused of Starting 5 Fires in Wine Country

By Heather Knight from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/47HK9Oc

Pilot hostage freed by Papua rebels 'very happy' to go home

He was kidnapped by separatists in Indonesia's West Papua region and spent more than 19 months in captivity.

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Businessman extradited from UK to South Africa on fraud charges

Michael Lomas is accused of manipulating massive contracts for work on a power station in South Africa.

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Former N.Y.C. Covid Czar Partied While Preaching Social Distancing

By Sarah Maslin Nir from NYT New York https://nyti.ms/4d9dXo1

Olivia Nuzzi, New York Magazine Writer, Put on Leave Over R.F.K. Jr. Relationship

By Katie Robertson from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/3B8Q1Ud

Schoolboy's killing in China sparks Japanese fears

Stabbing of 10-year-old schoolboy in Shenzhen is the second attack on Japanese nationals this year.

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US goes big with first interest rate cut in four years

The Federal Reserve has cut its key lending rate by 0.5 percentage points - a larger cut than expected.

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A New Mini-Moon Is Being Captured by Planet Earth

By Robin George Andrews from NYT Science https://nyti.ms/3Xp5mrl

Nintendo sues 'Pokémon with guns' video game firm

The Japanese company alleges that the Palworld video game "infringes multiple patent rights".

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How the Hezbollah exploding pagers attack unfolded

Twelve people, including a child, have been killed after pagers exploded, Lebanon's health minister says.

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Chased out by protesters, a political dynasty plots its comeback

The Rajapaksas had a vice-like grip on Sri Lanka until they were chased from power. Could they return?

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Trump says he was bundled into golf cart after shots rang out

The ex-president details the moment Secret Service agents opened fire on a man suspected of plotting an attack.

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Disaster averted in Red Sea as burning tanker saved

The Greek-owned Sounion, carrying one million barrels of crude, was attacked by Yemen's Houthis.

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Watch: Baby Reindeer steals spotlight at Emmy Awards

The hugely popular but also controversial British TV hit, wins four major awards.

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Death toll rises in flood-hit central Europe

Several people have died across the Czech Republic, Austria, Romania and Poland following devastating floods.

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After a decade, Kashmir to vote in historic elections

This is the first assembly election since PM Modi's government revoked Kashmir's special status in 2019.

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Trailblazing ballerina Michaela DePrince dies aged 29

A war orphan from Sierra Leone, DePrince moved to the US and ended up performing with Beyoncé.

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'I tried to say no repeatedly': More men accuse ex-Abercrombie boss over sex events

New witnesses tell the BBC fresh details about the sophisticated operation they say exploited them for sex.

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‘Nothing Left’: As California Fires Burn, Some Residents Begin to Mourn Lost Homes

By Vik Jolly, Kate Selig and Rachel Parsons from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3zjx7JT

'Splashdown confirmed' - SpaceX crew arrives back on Earth

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn crew returns to Earth after five days in orbit, following an historic mission.

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Russia and Ukraine announce swap of 206 prisoners

The Russian servicemen released include those captured during Ukraine's recent attack in Kursk.

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US imposes new sanctions on Russian state media

Secretary of State Antony Blinken accused the outlet RT of engaging in "global covert activities".

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4ehYse8

Who Is Laura Loomer, the Far-Right Activist Who Traveled With Trump?

By Ken Bensinger from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3XHphmB

Myanmar hit by deadly floods after Typhoon Yagi

Myanmar's ruling junta has requested foreign aid as large areas are inundated, state-run media report.

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Israeli special forces 'raid missile site in Syria'

US media say the operation included special forces who rappelled down from helicopters.

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Watch: US freight train crashes into military vehicle

Dash cam footage shows the moment a freight train crashes into a Howitzer in South Carolina.

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Clashes outside Argentine Congress after veto of pension rise

The protesters - many of them pensioners - tore down police barriers and hurled stones at police in Buenos Aires.

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Banana wine brings sweet taste of success to Malawi farmers

Emily Nkhana shares tips with the BBC on how to make banana wine.

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Passengers stranded at main Kenya airport as staff protest

A protest against plans to lease JKIA - Kenya's main airport - to an Indian company sparks disruption.

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Taylor Swift Endorses Kamala Harris

By Nicholas Nehamas, Theodore Schleifer and Nick Corasaniti from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3TqoZOq

Dozens arrested after clashes at Melbourne anti-war protest

Police said officers were targeted by demonstrators throwing rocks, manure and bottles containing acid.

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Firefighter 'who wanted to be hero' arrested over deadly Chile blaze

The fire was Chile's deadliest, killing a total of 137 people and leaving many more homeless.

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Pope's mass in Timor-Leste draws 600,000 worshippers

Homes were recently demolished and families displaced in the area where the congregation is being held.

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Typhoon Yagi collapses busy bridge in Vietnam

Yagi, Asia's most powerful storm this year, has killed at least 59 people since it made landfall in Vietnam.

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‘Tate raped and strangled us’ - women give first-hand accounts to BBC

Two women describe being attacked by the controversial social media influencer when he lived in Luton.

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Chinese giant Chery could build cars in UK

Chery is weighing up the possibility of building cars in the UK, according to a senior executive.

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Rise of far right in Germany’s east isn’t over yet

AfD support continues to rise in Germany, driven by anger over immigration and weapons for Ukraine.

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Girls boarding school engulfed by fire in Kenya

Three children are injured days after 21 children died in a fire at another Kenyan school.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3TkWHoO

The Killer Climate Disaster That Has No Name

By Eric Klinenberg from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/3XkEadr

More than 100 protests held across France against new PM

Left-wing parties called for protests after Michel Barnier was appointed as prime minister on Thursday.

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Man Plotted to Kill Jews in New York on Oct. 7 Anniversary, U.S. Says

By Glenn Thrush from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/47dTrkN

Woodhall claims Paralympic gold month after wife's Olympic triumph

American Hunter Woodhall storms to victory in the T62 400m at the Paralympics in Paris, a month after his wife Tara Davis-Woodhall won Olympic long jump gold.

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Super typhoon Yagi makes landfall in Vietnam

Metal roof sheets and commercial sign boards were reportedly seen flying across Hai Phong city.

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UK to send hundreds more missiles to Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has asked for more aid to "drive Russian forces off our land".

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Israeli forces pull out of Jenin after major operation

More than 20 Palestinians, including civilians, were killed in over a week of battles with militants.

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Uncertainty for families as China ends foreign adoptions

Beijing has given little reason for the change, only saying it was line with international agreements.

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Trump Praises Tariffs, and William McKinley, to Power Brokers

By Jonathan Weisman from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/47f5uhs

Girl 'killed inside home' as Israeli West Bank operation continues

The father of Lujain Musleh, 16, says she was shot by Israeli forces as she looked through a window.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4dObm3H

A rare behind the scenes look at the Pacific power tussle

As the US, China and UK try to woo Pacific Islands for geopolitical reasons, nations are more concerned about climate.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3AS7y2Y

Trump ordered to stop using Isaac Hayes' music

A judge says Trump must stop playing Hold On I'm Coming, while a permanent injunction is considered.

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11-Year-Old Is Charged in Killing of 82-Year-Old Ex-Mayor and His Daughter

By Annie Correal from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3Tc5ut6

Raygun apologises to Australian breakdancing community

Rachael Gunn says sorry after her zero score at the Olympics prompted ridicule and made global headlines.

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Trump ordered to stop using Isaac Hayes' music

A judge says Trump must stop playing Hold On I'm Coming, while a permanent injunction is considered.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3MxiMwh

Ugandan athlete in hospital after Kenya petrol attack

The 33-year-old distance runner is currently receiving treatment for 75% burns, police say.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3XtJoog

Hostage killings leave Israeli protesters at 'breaking point'

The discovery of six hostages killed in Gaza has increased the pressure on Israel's prime minister.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4gaFfNl

Pork Chops and Politics: Tim Walz Gets Minnesota Homecoming at State Fair

By Kellen Browning and Talya Minsberg from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/4dNn0Ml

Video shows Titanic missing large section of railing

The discovery was made during a series of dives by underwater robots this summer.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3AKGqTF

Others Have Politicized Arlington, but Trump’s Approach Has No Precedent

By Chris Cameron from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/4dFtjS6

Gaza children being given polio vaccine

The aim is to vaccinate 640,000 children, weeks after the first polio case was detected in Gaza in 25 years.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4dIO5QJ

Criticizing Trump, Harris Says Arlington Is ‘Not a Place for Politics’

By Neil Vigdor and Nicholas Nehamas from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/47cGNCE