A well-known person is asking a court to stop the Guardian and ITN from publishing serious accusations against him. His lawyers say publishing these claims could cause him to harm himself because of his mental health problems. A trial will decide later this month if the news outlets can report on the allegations.
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The person involved is described as well-known and having serious mental health issues.
His legal team argues that publishing the allegations would violate his right to life and protection from harm under the European human rights rules.
He has denied the accusations broadly.
The Guardian and ITN investigated and want to publish serious claims about his behavior over many years, involving both work and personal situations.
The news organizations oppose the court order and say they can take steps to protect the person if they publish.
The judge emphasized the case is controversial and said the court wants the process to be as open as possible.
Support contacts for people struggling with mental health or suicidal thoughts were provided in the article.
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Scientists have identified a new dinosaur species from a fossil that was stored in a museum. The dinosaur was not the top predator in its time but may have been more dangerous to humans than a T. rex.
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A new dinosaur species was discovered through a fossil kept in a museum.
The species was not the strongest predator in its era.
Experts believe it could have been more dangerous to humans than the Tyrannosaurus rex (T. rex).
The discovery was announced by a researcher named Morrison.
The finding helps scientists learn more about the diversity of prehistoric animals.
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney urged Alberta not to start a legal process toward separation in an upcoming vote. He warned that foreign forces, including the United States under President Donald Trump, are trying to divide Canada, and stressed the importance of staying united.
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Alberta is holding a vote to decide whether to start a process toward future separation from Canada.
Alberta has the world’s fourth-largest proven oil reserves.
Prime Minister Carney said some outside forces want to break Canada apart to control it.
Carney did not name the U.S. directly but has previously linked the U.S. and President Trump to pressures on Canada.
President Trump has taken aggressive trade actions against Canada and hinted at making Canada the 51st U.S. state.
Carney emphasized Canada needs to become economically stronger and less dependent on the U.S.
The vote is non-binding but could lead to years of division if it favors separation.
Carney highlighted Alberta’s connections with other parts of Canada, like firefighters helping during wildfires and people born elsewhere in Canada living in Alberta.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Russia's goals go beyond eastern Ukraine and their drone attacks pose a threat to NATO countries. After an EU meeting in Belgium, he also responded to President Donald Trump's comment about being harder to deal with than Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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President Zelenskyy spoke after an EU summit in Belgium.
He said Russia wants more than just eastern Ukraine.
Russia's drone attacks are a threat to NATO countries.
President Zelenskyy responded to President Trump’s statement.
President Trump said he is harder to deal with than Putin.
The discussion involved concerns about security and international relations related to Russia's actions.
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Russia attacked nine regions in Ukraine, causing power outages for hundreds of thousands of people and injuring at least 15. These strikes targeted civilian areas and have raised worries that worsening relations between Ukraine and the United States could leave Ukraine more vulnerable to future Russian attacks.
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Russian strikes hit nine different regions in Ukraine.
The attacks caused emergency power outages affecting hundreds of thousands of homes.
At least 15 people were wounded in the attacks.
The strikes targeted civilian infrastructure, including the power grid.
Russia's attacks on Ukraine’s energy system happen regularly before winter to make life harder for people.
Ukrainian officials say Russia is building up a supply of ballistic missiles for more attacks soon.
There are concerns that worsening relations between Ukraine and the U.S. may weaken Ukraine’s defense against these attacks.
The article mentions Ukraine's counterattacks against Russian energy targets continue despite the strikes.
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The BBC reported on Ukraine’s Operation Vivaldi, a military effort that has helped Ukraine regain more than 100 square miles of land from Russian forces in the Donbas region. Ukrainian commanders use drones supported by a satellite network to find and attack Russian targets, but new limits on the satellite system may harm these drone missions.
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Operation Vivaldi is a Ukrainian counter-offensive in eastern Ukraine’s Donbas area.
Ukraine says it has recaptured 277 square kilometers (106 square miles) of territory with this operation.
Ukrainian forces use drones to detect and capture Russian surveillance drones.
The drones operate with help from Starshield, a military version of Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite network.
Starshield technology helps Ukrainian forces find and hit Russian targets during the fight.
New restrictions have been placed on the Starshield satellite system, which Ukraine says could damage its drone operations.
The report included footage from inside an underground Ukrainian bunker where commanders monitor the fighting in real time.
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The London Metropolitan Police are investigating a dispute related to the founding of Your Party, a new leftwing political party created in 2025 by Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana. Police have arrested and questioned people linked to an alleged unauthorized access to the party’s membership database, but no charges have been made yet.
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Your Party was founded in July 2025 by former Labour leaders Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana.
The party has faced internal conflicts since its launch, including disagreements over its membership system.
The police began investigating after receiving a report in September 2025 about unauthorized access to a political party’s database.
A man was arrested and a woman was questioned under caution, but neither has been charged.
The Information Commissioner’s Office warned the party that the membership portal’s launch might involve serious criminal activity and advised police involvement.
Your Party’s spokesperson says their systems are secure and the incident was isolated.
Jeremy Corbyn won a leadership victory in February 2026, supporting cooperation with other left-leaning parties.
The party has struggled to expand nationally compared to the growing Green Party in England and Wales.
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The United States, under President Donald Trump, eased some oil sanctions on Russia and limited Ukraine’s access to US intelligence and SpaceX satellite services. Despite these challenges, Ukraine continued to regain territory in the Donetsk region amid intense Russian attacks on its energy infrastructure.
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President Trump lifted some oil sanctions against Russia and allowed Russia to sell 1.8 million tonnes of diesel globally by the end of the year.
This action reversed a recent US law that gave Trump power to punish countries buying Russian oil.
Ukraine’s access to US intelligence and SpaceX’s military satellite services was restricted, limiting its ability to defend against Russian missile and drone attacks.
Russia launched heavy attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, with over 850 drones and 39 missiles hitting 30 targets in 19 regions.
SpaceX’s Starshield satellite service limited Ukraine’s interceptor tracking speed to 160 km/h, reducing defense effectiveness against faster Russian drones.
Starshield service began returning to normal as of October 15, according to Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence.
Despite setbacks, Ukraine’s Third Army Corps regained 100 square km of territory in Donetsk, totaling 275 square km gained since August.
In September, Ukraine’s air force intercepted over 4,700 Russian drones and missiles, showing intense ongoing conflict.
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Pope Leo XIV is recovering well after lung surgery to treat cancer and plans to appear in public on Sunday. He is able to do daily activities on his own and is preparing for a trip to South America in November.
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Pope Leo XIV had surgery on Tuesday to remove part of his right lung due to cancer.
Doctors say the surgery went well and he is steadily improving.
He can now carry out daily activities independently.
The pope will lead a noon prayer on Sunday, his first public event since surgery.
Preparations continue for his planned visit to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru in November.
The Vatican has not said when he will leave the hospital but expects recovery to take about a week.
Pope Leo spoke by phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin, urging a ceasefire for humanitarian aid in Ukraine.
The size of the tumor and whether cancer spread to lymph nodes have not been disclosed.
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The UK’s national security adviser, Jonathan Powell, is facing pressure because his wife, Sarah Helm, publicly supported a banned group called Palestine Action. The group is considered a terrorist organisation, and supporting it can lead to serious legal penalties. The government says Helm's views do not represent them, and police are deciding whether to investigate her comments.
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Jonathan Powell became the UK’s national security adviser in 2024.
His wife, Sarah Helm, made a public post supporting Palestine Action, a group banned as a terrorist organisation in the UK.
Supporting this group can result in up to 14 years in prison under UK terror laws.
More than 3,700 people have been arrested and over 2,250 charged for backing Palestine Action.
Sarah Helm’s post was a response to criticism of the Irish novelist Sally Rooney, who withdrew her books from UK shelves after promising to donate sales to Palestine Action.
Police are currently reviewing Helm’s post to decide if it needs investigation.
The UK government distanced itself from Helm’s views, saying she does not represent them.
Groups on opposing sides disagree: some support Helm’s right to free speech, while others want her to be legally punished.
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Cuba is facing major power shortages and difficulty getting medicine because of U.S. sanctions and an embargo aimed at its government. The restrictions on oil imports have caused daily electricity blackouts, and medicine shortages are affecting hospitals and patients.
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The U.S. embargo restricts oil imports to Cuba, causing severe power outages and crisis in the electricity supply.
Many places in Cuba, including the capital Havana, get only a few hours of electricity each day or less.
Medicine shortages are affecting Cuba’s public health system. Some people rely on donated medicine or black-market vendors.
The Trump administration recently added new sanctions on Cuba’s state bank, accusing it of ties to Iran.
Cuba’s government calls the sanctions collective punishment and says the bank is legitimate.
About two-thirds of Cubans work for the state and face challenges accessing their wages due to the sanctions.
Prices for basic goods like bread have risen sharply, while average monthly salaries remain very low, below $20.
Cuba has started some economic reforms to allow more private business but has not agreed to any political changes, and talks with the U.S. are stalled.
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Jamie Miller, the singer of the viral song "Babydoll," teamed up with actor Antonio Cipriano from the Amazon Prime series Off Campus to record a new version of the song. Their collaboration came after Miller saw Cipriano express his love for the song, and they recorded it together the same day they met in Los Angeles.
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Jamie Miller considered quitting music in early 2026 but gained popularity when "Babydoll" went viral on TikTok.
"Babydoll" became a top 10 hit in the UK and reached number one on the US iTunes pop chart.
Antonio Cipriano, star of the Netflix series Off Campus, contacted Miller after saying he loved the song.
They recorded a duet version of "Babydoll" on the day they first met in Los Angeles.
The Off Campus series is one of Amazon Prime Video's biggest launches, boosting the profiles of many artists.
Miller recently supported The Jonas Brothers on their US tour and brought Cipriano as a guest performer.
Miller previously came third on The Voice UK at age 19.
Miller says the music industry has been difficult, but recent success has revived his career.
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Retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster, who advised President Trump, explained what is known about the "mother of all bombs," reportedly discussed in connection with a possible war with Iran. He also commented on President Trump’s recent statements about the war between Russia and Ukraine.
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H.R. McMaster is a retired Lieutenant General who served as an adviser to President Trump.
The "mother of all bombs" is a powerful weapon mentioned in talks about a potential war with Iran.
McMaster provided analysis on this weapon and its possible use.
He also responded to President Trump’s latest remarks on the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
The information was shared in a segment on CBS News.
The news report included additional unrelated news headlines following the main story.
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Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has changed his position and now supports lowering the age of criminal responsibility for serious crimes from 18 to 16. This shift comes just before the presidential runoff election, where he faces a strong challenge from Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, who wants to lower the age to 14.
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Lula previously opposed lowering the age but reversed his position during a TV interview one week before the election.
Around 80% of Brazilians support lowering the age for serious crimes, according to recent polls.
Serious crimes ("heinous" crimes) include murder, rape, drug trafficking, and falsifying medicines.
Flávio Bolsonaro and his father, former President Jair Bolsonaro, support lowering the age to 14.
Human rights groups warn that lowering the age may worsen violence and increase gang recruitment in overcrowded prisons.
A Catholic bishops’ group criticized the proposal, saying it ignores the root causes of violence and harms young people’s rehabilitation.
Lula is also trying to win votes by supporting other popular measures like shorter work weeks and debt relief for small business owners.
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Barack Obama spoke in Manchester about how cotton workers in the city supported enslaved African Americans during the American Civil War. He said their story shows how people can stand together for freedom and face hard times with hope.
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Barack Obama appeared in Manchester at a live event, "An Evening With Barack Obama."
The event was attended by tens of thousands of people at Co-op Live.
Obama talked about the Manchester cotton workers who supported Abraham Lincoln’s blockade against Confederate states in 1862.
These workers stood with enslaved people despite risking their own jobs and safety.
Lincoln wrote back to thank them for their support, praising their kindness and courage.
Obama connected this history to his current work through the Obama Presidential Center and foundation.
He emphasized the importance of sharing stories of sacrifice and solidarity to inspire hope today.
Obama also discussed the ongoing challenges of race in America and the significance of his presidency in the country’s journey toward inclusion.
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian spoke at a UN biodiversity meeting in Armenia. He criticized the environmental harm caused by wars in the Middle East and called it “environmental genocide,” urging global leaders to find solutions.
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President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran addressed a UN biodiversity summit in Armenia.
He highlighted severe environmental damage linked to conflicts in the Middle East.
Pezeshkian used the term “environmental genocide” to describe the harm caused by war.
He appealed to international leaders to work together to solve these environmental problems.
The speech focused on protecting biodiversity and the environment amid ongoing conflicts.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had an unusual reaction when reporters asked him about President Donald Trump during a meeting with European Council leaders. The brief news report showed his response but did not give detailed comments.
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Volodymyr Zelenskyy is the President of Ukraine.
Zelenskyy met with leaders from the European Council.
Reporters asked Zelenskyy a question related to President Donald Trump.
Zelenskyy's reaction to the question was described as peculiar or surprising.
The event took place recently, and CBS News covered the story.
No detailed information on Zelenskyy’s exact response was given in the reported content.
The report is part of a news segment with other headlines and topics.
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Sir Olly Robbins, the former top civil servant in the UK Foreign Office, has reached a settlement with the government after being dismissed. He was sacked because of issues around the security clearance given to Lord Mandelson for the role of UK ambassador to the US.
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Sir Olly Robbins was removed from his position by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer in April 2026.
The dismissal followed concerns about how Lord Mandelson was cleared to be ambassador to the US despite vetting warnings.
Lord Mandelson was appointed in December 2024 and started in February 2025 but was dismissed seven months later after more troubling information surfaced.
Sir Olly challenged his sacking through a legal process called a judicial review.
An out-of-court settlement was reached, but the amount paid to Sir Olly was not disclosed.
The FDA union said Sir Olly was unfairly blamed to cover mistakes made by the prime minister.
The government praised Sir Olly’s long career but did not comment further on the settlement.
Sir Olly said government vetting procedures must stay confidential and that he was only given verbal information about the vetting concerns.
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A recent poll shows Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro slightly ahead of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in the October 25 run-off election. The race is very close, with multiple polls showing Bolsonaro and Lula within a 2 percent margin of error.
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A CNT/MDA poll gave Bolsonaro 46.8% and Lula 45.9% of the vote.
Other polls (Quaest and Datafolha) show similar close results between the two candidates.
Bolsonaro is the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, who is serving a prison sentence related to the 2022 election dispute.
Jair Bolsonaro is banned from running for office until 2030.
Flavio Bolsonaro promises to fight crime, reduce taxes, and continues his father’s conservative political style.
Lula is 80 years old and is seeking a fourth, non-consecutive presidential term.
Recently, Brazil’s Congress approved giving workers two paid days off per week, a win for Lula’s social reform goals.
The election is important for Brazil’s economy and has regional significance as Latin America has recently shifted toward right-wing leaders.
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Irish author Sally Rooney's books will no longer be sold in the UK because she plans to give her earnings to Palestine Action, a group banned by the British government as a terrorist organization. Rooney has openly supported this pro-Palestinian group despite its legal status in the UK.
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Sally Rooney is an Irish novelist known for books like "Normal People" and "Conversations with Friends."
She intends to donate her book royalties to Palestine Action.
Palestine Action is a pro-Palestinian group banned by the UK government under terrorism laws.
The British government banned this group last year.
Rooney and her publisher announced that her books will no longer be sold in the UK due to this decision.
The ban means the group is officially seen as illegal and involved in terrorism-related activities by the UK.
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