Newborn twins Raghad Hassan and Raad are fighting for survival in Yemen amid a worsening hunger crisis caused by ongoing civil war. Their family fled their home due to fighting, and the twins suffer from severe malnutrition as aid becomes increasingly difficult to access.
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The twins were born prematurely seven weeks ago in a region affected by Yemen's civil war.
Their family fled their village on foot for three days to reach safety in the city of Aden.
Both babies suffer from severe acute malnutrition, a life-threatening condition.
The war has pushed the price of baby milk so high that the parents sometimes can only give water.
More than 250,000 people have been displaced in Yemen in the last three months.
Around 800,000 people in Yemen are unable to receive lifesaving aid due to the conflict.
The Houthis have advanced along the Red Sea coast and cut off the city of Taiz, worsening food shortages.
Hospitals and medical staff are struggling to provide care as resources are limited and many civilians are at risk.
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The UK government is planning new emergency powers to better protect undersea internet cables and pipelines, which are vital for data and energy supplies. These powers will allow the government to order telecom companies to disable services during security threats and introduce stronger penalties for damaging undersea infrastructure.
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The UK fears Russian interference with its undersea cables and pipelines.
The government wants to gain powers to force telecom companies to remove or disable services during emergencies.
Officials would get access to cable landing stations and related sites.
Tampering with undersea cables or pipelines could lead to prison sentences up to 14 years and unlimited fines.
Most of the UK's international data passes through these cables, and they provide three-quarters of the country's gas supply.
The UK accused Russian submarines and spy ships, like the Yantar, of mapping or monitoring undersea infrastructure.
Current laws are outdated and not suited to modern fibre-optic cables.
New powers will require legislation and consultation with industry, with fines up to £17 million or 10% of global turnover for non-compliance.
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French President Emmanuel Macron announced that illegal protests will be banned while legitimate demonstrations may continue with possible route changes. This comes after violent protests linked to the cost of living crisis, with authorities aiming to protect cities and public buildings.
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Macron met with intelligence and ministers to plan a response to recent unrest.
Protests by recognized groups like trade unions can continue but might be rerouted.
Demonstrations by groups without legal authority will be banned.
Some cities like Lyon, Nice, and Toulon have banned protests after recent violence and looting.
A student march in Paris was initially banned but a court allowed it to proceed.
Over 2,500 people were arrested since the violence began; many face prosecution.
Night curfews and gathering bans are in place in parts of Paris and other cities.
The government is holding discussions with political leaders and mayors to coordinate response efforts.
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Cyprus police have started an investigation into the financial and tax matters of Roman Abramovich, former Chelsea FC owner, focusing on the years 2003 to 2006. This follows a joint media report that found possible falsification of documents related to Abramovich’s offshore businesses to avoid taxes and hide assets.
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Cyprus police are investigating Roman Abramovich’s financial and tax records from 2003 to 2006.
The investigation began after a report by the Guardian, BBC, and the Bureau of Investigative Journalism.
The report claims that staff, including at Deloitte Cyprus, may have falsified paperwork for Abramovich’s offshore companies.
Key documents were allegedly backdated to help avoid taxes and hide billions in assets.
Police expect the investigation to take about six months but say delays make it harder.
Abramovich denies any wrongdoing and says he trusted professional advice.
Deloitte Cyprus says it follows all laws and cannot access old materials due to the time passed.
The investigation is based on the Cyprus Confidential leak of over 500,000 documents analyzed by several media organizations.
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Shopkeepers in Paris are worried about possible new looting during planned protests next Saturday. After damage and vandalism in last weekend’s protests, some stores may close to avoid losses, while others will remain open.
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Protests in Paris recently caused vandalism and losses for shopkeepers.
New demonstrations are planned for next Saturday.
Some shopkeepers plan to close their shops to prevent damage.
Other shopkeepers intend to keep their businesses open despite the risks.
The situation reflects ongoing social unrest in France.
Authorities and political leaders are involved in addressing the unrest.
Economic dissatisfaction has been reported as a cause of protests.
Similar protest actions are happening in other parts of Europe.
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Ukraine and Russia launched drone and missile attacks on each other, resulting in seven deaths in Ukraine. These strikes happened soon after US envoy Steve Witkoff met Russian President Vladimir Putin, who expressed willingness to restart peace talks involving Ukraine, Russia, and the United States.
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Seven people died in Ukraine due to recent drone and missile attacks.
Russia claimed it stopped 630 Ukrainian drones aimed at Moscow.
The attacks occurred shortly after a US envoy's visit to the Kremlin.
US envoy Steve Witkoff met Russian President Putin in St. Petersburg.
Putin said Russia is ready to resume peace talks with Ukraine and the US.
The proposed talks would involve three parties: Ukraine, Russia, and the United States.
These talks aim to address the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
The comments were made in late October 2026.
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The U.S. Embassy in Canada accused Canadian leaders of trying to influence U.S. elections by targeting tariffs on key states ahead of the U.S. midterm elections. Canada denies these claims, saying their actions aim to protect Canadian workers and attract investments.
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The U.S. Embassy accused Canada of using tariffs to pressure certain U.S. states politically before the midterms.
Canadian Industry Minister Mélanie Joly admitted targeting products linked to specific U.S. states to apply political pressure.
Canada says its measures are meant to support its economy and workers, not interfere in U.S. elections.
The U.S. fact sheet named Canadian officials, including a Liberal MP campaigning for a U.S. Democrat and Ontario’s Premier promoting an anti-tariff ad.
Ambassador Pete Hoekstra said U.S. officials are watching Canada closely for possible election interference.
Prime Minister Mark Carney defended Canada’s actions as economic and said attacks on them are unfair.
The Trump administration has increased tensions with Canada, including trade disputes and controversial statements about Canadian sovereignty.
President Trump has publicly involved himself in foreign politics, recently endorsing Israel’s Prime Minister before their election.
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Experts are investigating the death of a man who fell from a roller coaster called Goliath at Six Flags Over Georgia. The investigation will look into possible maintenance problems, design issues, or mistakes by ride operators to find out what caused the accident.
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Hassan Kariem, 42 years old, died after being ejected from the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia.
The ride has been closed since the accident.
Georgia’s Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner, John F. King, is leading the investigation.
The investigation will examine maintenance, design flaws, and human error as possible causes.
A March inspection found no violations but noted that bushings (parts that reduce friction) needed replacing.
Goliath can reach speeds of 70 mph and is 200 feet tall; it was made by a Swiss company named Bolliger & Mabillard.
Ride staff are supposed to check restraints daily to ensure riders are secure before the ride starts.
Six Flags says safety is a priority and that they have strict training and maintenance programs for their rides and operators.
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Ethiopia and Eritrea are becoming closer to armed conflict after Ethiopia took control of the border town of Zalambessa. There are concerns that Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed may order troops to enter Eritrea, raising fears of a wider war.
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Ethiopia recently captured Zalambessa, a town on the Ethiopia-Eritrea border.
Tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea have increased as each side accuses the other of provoking conflict.
The move to take Zalambessa heightens fears that Ethiopia may invade Eritrean territory.
The situation is linked to ongoing conflict involving Tigray rebels near the border area.
Experts are closely watching the region for signs that a broader war may begin.
The conflict involves complex regional politics in the Horn of Africa.
Ethiopia’s Prime Minister is Abiy Ahmed.
Discussions about conflict risks are based on recent military actions and political developments.
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French students held protests on a Thursday during school holidays. Student leaders are expected to meet soon with France’s Education Minister Edouard Geffray to discuss their concerns.
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The student movement involved is called "interfac."
Protests took place despite current school holidays in France.
Student representatives will meet with Education Minister Edouard Geffray soon.
The protests are part of ongoing unrest in France.
The article is from France 24 and includes video content.
The protests are related to broader social and political issues in France.
Similar protests and political meetings are occurring in France around this time.
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The United States and Israel are increasing their military exercises and planning new attacks in Iran. These strikes may target Iranian energy plants, drone centers, and missile bases.
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The US and Israel have stepped up military drills together.
They are preparing strikes on Iran.
Possible targets include Iranian energy sites.
Drone manufacturing and missile storage locations in Iran might also be attacked.
The information comes from reports and a correspondent in Jerusalem.
The situation relates to ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
Military actions aim to limit Iran's capabilities.
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Scientists from South Korea have studied Vincent van Gogh’s painting "The Starry Night" and matched the sky in the artwork to the real night sky over Saint-Remy de Provence, France, around July 22, 1889. This suggests the painting was created later than previously thought, which was June 1889.
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Van Gogh painted "The Starry Night" while at an asylum in Saint-Remy de Provence.
Researchers used astronomy to compare the painting’s sky to actual celestial events.
The study dates the night scene to about July 22, 1889, rather than June 1889.
The new date matches the position of the moon, Venus, and star clusters in the painting.
The research was led by Elijah Jeong-hyun Kim from South Korea, who is also a telescope maker and doctoral candidate.
The team also looked at weather data and Van Gogh’s letters for clues, such as mentions of cicadas, which appear in summer.
The study appears in the journal Scientific Reports.
Some experts find the July dating interesting but say it is not yet proven absolutely certain.
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Truck drivers in Italy are blocking roads and refineries to protest against high diesel fuel prices. The Italian government has warned that those blocking roads may face criminal charges and is working to end the protests.
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Italian truckers are protesting because diesel prices have become very high.
The protests involve blocking important roads and fuel refineries.
The Italian government has said that blocking roads could lead to criminal legal action.
Authorities are trying to clear the blockades and stop the demonstrations.
The protests are causing disruptions in transportation and fuel supply.
The issue reflects broader concerns about energy costs in Europe.
The protests started in October 2026.
The news report includes a video from France 24’s correspondent in Rome.
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FIFA created a peace prize that was first given to President Donald Trump, which many people saw as fake and political. Now, FIFA plans to change the prize to focus on real social good and respect for peace without involving politicians.
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FIFA’s peace prize was first awarded to President Trump.
The prize has been criticized as a political tool rather than a genuine award.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino moved the prize to the “social responsibility committee” for changes.
The committee will try to refocus the prize on promoting social harmony and responsibility.
The prize will likely no longer be given to politicians.
Some suggest awarding it to groups and individuals who use soccer to create positive social impact.
Examples of potential recipients include refugee women’s teams and clubs affected by war.
Soccer is seen as a global culture that can help bring people together and promote peace.
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Professor David A. Super says that President Donald Trump's change in U.S. policy toward Ukraine and his call for new elections go against Ukraine’s Constitution. He also says these actions overlook the serious threat that Russia’s war poses to Ukraine.
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Professor David A. Super is commenting on U.S. policy toward Ukraine.
President Donald Trump wants to change the existing U.S. approach to Ukraine.
Trump calls for new elections in Ukraine.
Super says these demands do not follow the Ukrainian Constitution.
The professor emphasizes that Russia’s war is a real and serious threat to Ukraine.
The article discusses how changes in U.S. policy might affect the Ukraine conflict.
No specific new U.S. policy has been officially implemented yet.
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Rabbi Jill Jacobs, an American human rights organizer, was detained by Israeli forces in the West Bank while she was observing and supporting the Palestinian olive harvest. She said she and others were acting according to Jewish values during the harvest.
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Rabbi Jill Jacobs was detained by Israeli forces in the West Bank.
She was there to watch and support the Palestinian olive harvest.
Rabbi Jacobs describes their actions as following Jewish values.
The incident happened in the area known as the occupied West Bank.
The olive harvest is a significant event for Palestinians.
Israeli forces carried out the detentions during the harvest period.
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham will appear on the TV show Gogglebox in a special charity episode filmed inside 10 Downing Street. He will watch and react to TV shows with Steve Rotheram, the Liverpool city region mayor, alongside other guests like the Sugababes and comedian Joe Lycett.
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Andy Burnham is the first prime minister to appear on Gogglebox.
The episode was filmed inside the Prime Minister’s official residence, No 10 Downing Street.
Burnham will watch TV with Steve Rotheram, his close friend and mayor of Liverpool city region.
Other guests in the episode include the pop group Sugababes and comedian Joe Lycett.
The episode is a charity special supporting Stand Up To Cancer, a fundraising campaign for cancer research.
Stand Up To Cancer has raised over £127 million for cancer trials and projects involving more than 13,000 patients.
Burnham enjoys the show and has a history of supporting charities from his time as Greater Manchester mayor and now as prime minister.
The show will air on Channel 4 at 9.05 pm on Friday.
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An Irish government-supported ad from the nonprofit We-Consent was removed after a lawmaker said it offended grandparents. The video showed grandparents hugging a child and a teen, with a message about asking for permission before hugs to teach about consent.
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The ad was made by We-Consent, a nonprofit linked to the Dublin Rape Crisis Center and supported by Irish government agencies.
It showed grandparents hugging a young child and then a teen who looked uncomfortable about the hug.
A voice in the ad said, “Not everyone wants a hug. Even from the people who love them,” emphasizing personal consent.
Irish Minister Jim O’Callaghan called the ad “inappropriate” and said it was “demeaning to grandparents.”
The ad was quickly pulled after criticism from politicians and some members of the public.
Some politicians said teaching children about consent is important but felt the ad was not helpful or clear.
Others defended the ad as a creative way to start talking about respect and boundaries.
The debate showed differing opinions on how to teach consent without hurting family relationships.
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Authors like Margaret Atwood and Zadie Smith are auctioning the chance to name characters in their next books to raise money for survivors of torture. The event is part of Freedom from Torture’s 10th anniversary festival, which includes readings, a poetry contest, and other charity activities to support torture survivors and highlight their stories.
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Over 75 writers, poets, and artists support the Freedom from Torture festival in London on November 11.
Readers can bid to name characters in new novels by famous authors, including Ian McEwan and Tracy Chevalier.
The festival features a poetry competition judged by Booker Prize winner Alan Hollinghurst and poet Rachael Allen.
Survivors of torture from the Write to Life group will perform their own writing at the festival.
The charity is concerned that changes to asylum laws in Britain and Europe could harm torture survivors by forcing them to return to dangerous countries.
Tracy Chevalier shared how naming characters in auctions has connected her with readers and supports the charity’s work.
The festival aims to give survivors control over their stories and the chance to express themselves through writing.
The event also includes original artwork and prize packages to raise funds.
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