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The 'thorny' issues that threaten to derail a Russia-Ukraine peace deal

Two of the main sticking points involve territory and the fate of Europe's biggest nuclear plant, which is currently occupied by Russia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SekIpEa

Thailand releases 18 Cambodian soldiers held since July

The release is part of a new ceasefire deal after weeks of deadly clashes along the Thai-Cambodia border. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IBw8SGE

Great white sharks face extinction in Mediterranean, say researchers

Overfishing and illegal fishing are contributing to the loss of sharks, including great whites. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZXiBhCn

Turkey detains 357 suspected IS members in nationwide raids

The arrests come just a day after three police officers were killed during a siege in the town of Yalova. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jszk5eF

Toxic air, broken roads and unpicked rubbish - why India's big cities are becoming unliveable

Many Indian cities rank at the bottom of liveability indexes despite big government spending on infrastructure. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wZ2QIrq

Mexico train crash kills 13 and injures almost 100

An investigation is under way after the train derailed as it rounded a bend near the town of Nizanda. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3jwoApJ

Brigitte Bardot: From French cinema to international fame

The French model and actress has died at the age of 91. from BBC News https://ift.tt/i8GsAae

Watch: Meteor lights up sky over Japan's Mount Fuji

The meteor could be seen blazing through the night sky over Japan's Mount Fuji from BBC News https://ift.tt/TP3Z4EB

Brazil ex-President Jair Bolsonaro's surgery for hernia 'successful'

The former leader is serving a 27-year sentence for plotting a coup after losing the 2022 presidential election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1ke3XBq

Trump-backed candidate wins in knife-edge Honduran election

His rival Salvador Nasralla says he will not accept the result, but urges his supporters to remain calm. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FwpH86l

Democratic lawmaker sues to remove Trump's name from Kennedy Center

Rep Joyce Beatty, who sits on the centre's board, argues the name change is illegal because it requires approval from Congress. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JLu86M1

Border villagers abducted and taken to Russia, says Ukraine

Ukraine has tried to evacuate areas of Sumy region near the Russian border, but many civilians have refused to leave. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a8RwCse

Three dead after Russia launches 'massive' attack across Ukraine

Several regions are without power after missile and drone strikes targeted several cities. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SyCQPBo

Israel extends order allowing closure of foreign broadcasters

A bill passed by parliament expands temporary powers introduced during the Gaza war to shutter outlets seen as a security threat. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NDc1ahE

Trump says US 'has to have' Greenland after naming special envoy

Denmark warns Washington to respect its sovereignty, while Greenland says it will decide its own future. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sNWxplU

Trump says US will keep or sell oil seized from Venezuela

The US president also says the US intends to keep the tankers it has intercepted off the coast of Venezuela. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l8qmB4h

'I knew something was seriously wrong - again': Bondi area reels from two deadly attacks in two years

The Bondi shooting, and a deadly stabbing attack just last year, have left scores scarred and traumatised. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XoNEBiS

This simulation reveals what really happens near black holes

Black holes are among the most extreme objects in the universe, and now scientists can model them more accurately than ever before. By combining Einstein’s gravity with realistic behavior of light and matter, researchers have built simulations that closely match real astronomical observations. These models reveal how matter forms chaotic, glowing disks and launches powerful outflows as it falls into black holes. It’s a major step toward decoding how these cosmic engines actually work. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/XaYv1Js

Subaru Telescope reveals a hidden giant planet

Astronomers have uncovered a massive hidden planet and a rare “failed star” by combining ultra-precise space data with some of the sharpest ground-based images ever taken. Using the Subaru Telescope in HawaiÊ»i, the OASIS survey tracked subtle stellar wobbles to pinpoint where unseen worlds were lurking—then captured them directly. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/P8YGQ6q

Scientists found a hidden clock inside dinosaur eggshells

Researchers have found that fossilized dinosaur eggshells contain a natural clock that can reveal when dinosaurs lived. The technique delivers surprisingly precise ages and could revolutionize how fossil sites around the world are dated. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/YXIUMHd

Minute's silence held to remember Bondi beach attack victims

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is booed as he arrives at the memorial event. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eWEmiR5

Who and what are in the Epstein files?

High-profile figures, including Bill Clinton and Michael Jackson, can be seen in the long-awaited files. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LAaOWVj

EU agrees €90bn loan for Ukraine but without using Russian assets

EU leaders said the loan would be repayable only when Russia paid reparations for the war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8YuCjlT

From biting flies to feathered dinosaurs, scientists reveal 70 new species

Researchers announced over 70 new species in a single year, including bizarre insects, ancient dinosaurs, rare mammals, and deep-river fish. Many were found not in the wild, but in museum collections, proving that major discoveries can still be hiding in plain sight. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/Vm46rtu

South Africa defiant after US threatens 'consequences' over refugee centre raid

South Africa has accused the US of employing Kenyans without work permits to process refugee applications. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jMosrNW

Bangladesh newspaper staff recall 'gasping for air' as offices set ablaze

The fresh protests are sparked by the death of one of the leaders of protests that ousted ex-PM Sheikh Hasina. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tlAzRrO

Parents in India devastated as children with thalassemia test HIV positive

The five cases in Madhya Pradesh state come weeks after a similar incident was reported in Jharkhand state. from BBC News https://ift.tt/j0Jnm6B

Ecuador defender Pineida killed in shooting

Ecuador defender Mario Pineida dies at the age of 33 after being shot outside a shop in Guayaquil. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UqVWmzr

Family release video of Matilda at beach as aunt calls for 'happiness and love'

The aunt of the youngest victim of the Bondi shooting says those who are angry should "plant a seed of happiness" in their heart in memory of her niece Matilda.. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cj5aR8i

F1's Kimi Antonelli goes incognito while go-karting

The driver gets two penalty points but manages to clock the fastest lap of the session. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KblwA0B

Who are the Bondi shooting victims?

Authorities say two rabbis, a Holocaust survivor and a 10-year-old girl were among the victims. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6azydGt

US offers Ukraine 'strong' security guarantees but territory still unresolved

While US officials talked up progress in Berlin, there was little detail on how the issue of Ukraine's sovereignty would be resolved. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oQCGdmz

Manhunt resumes for Brown University gunman after 'person of interest' released

Two people died and nine others were injured in the incident in Rhode Island on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MlCxVuy

Smooth end to Messi India tour after Kolkata chaos

Messi's India tour had a chaotic start after angry fans in Kolkata damaged a stadium after failing to catch a glimpse of him. from BBC News https://ift.tt/atPvUcO

'Never give up': Belarusian prisoners celebrate release after US lifts sanctions

"It's a feeling of incredible happiness," says political prisoner Maria Kolesnikova, freed after more than five years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/A3rGKiJ

'This felt inevitable': Australian Jews say growing antisemitism made attack predictable

Many are asking why more wasn't done to prevent the shootings after a spate of antisemitism-related offences. from BBC News https://ift.tt/anZVkq5

Three Americans killed by IS gunman in Syria, US military says

Two US soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed in the attack, according to the US Central Command. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Iof4Pq2

What we know so far about the Brown University shooting

Police are searching for the suspect after a gunman opened fire in a classroom, killing two and injuring nine others in Providence, Rhode Island. from BBC News https://ift.tt/c9R3Qxf

Watch: Furious fans invade pitch at Messi event in India

Thousands of adoring supporters had paid up to 12,000 rupees (£100; $133) to catch a glimpse of the football star. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ev3koCI

A new Bollywood film is dividing opinions in India and Pakistan

An espionage thriller set in Pakistan, Dhurandhar has provoked a sharp debate over its political messaging. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YHhugM3

A silent ocean pandemic is wiping out sea urchins worldwide

A sudden, unexplained mass die-off is decimating sea urchins around the world, including catastrophic losses in the Canary Islands. Key reef-grazing species are reaching historic lows, and their ability to reproduce has nearly halted in some regions. Scientists suspect a pathogen but haven’t yet confirmed the culprit. The fate of these reefs may hinge on solving this unfolding pandemic. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/yAg3TOm

Moment skydiver's parachute wraps around plane wing

Footage shows the skydiver stuck on the wing before cutting himself free and continuing with dive. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0CEeVXb

Chaos in Brazil Congress during push to cut Bolsonaro's sentence

Scuffles broke out during a vote linked to attempts to reduce the former president's jail term. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y8HF24S

Elon Musk says Doge was 'somewhat successful' but he would not do it again

The Tesla boss says instead of leading the Department of Government Efficiency, he could have been working for his companies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mlkofvt

CCTV shows Matisse heist suspects making off with artworks on foot

Brazilian officials say thieves held up a security guard and an elderly couple before making off with the artworks on foot. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OVN7uMp

Fossil brain scans show pterosaurs evolved flight in a flash

Ancient pterosaurs may have taken to the skies far earlier and more explosively than birds, evolving flight at their very origin despite having relatively small brains. Using advanced CT imaging, scientists reconstructed the brain cavities of pterosaur fossils and their close relatives, uncovering surprising clues—such as enlarged optic lobes—that hint at a rapid leap into powered flight. Their findings contrast sharply with the slow, stepwise evolution seen in birds, whose brains expanded over time to support flying. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/bHy8NnO

Water leak in Louvre damages hundreds of books

The leak in the Egyptian department comes just weeks after a jewellery heist that put the museum's security infrastructure under scrutiny. from BBC News https://ift.tt/e7pAsZx

Syrians share their thoughts one year on from the fall of Assad

The BBC's Middle East correspondent Hugo Bachega speaks to Syrians about how life has changed since the revolution. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OmirnbJ

Watch: Moment Hawaii volcano eruption engulfs camera

Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes, has been erupting intermittently since December last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gwT2rhA

Katy Perry goes Instagram official with Justin Trudeau

The pop star posted a string of photographs of herself and the former Canadian Prime Minster. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t19mGIW

Death toll from devastating Indonesia floods passes 900

More than 100,000 homes were destroyed when powerful rains lashed the South East Asian country last week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iKpSjzB

Watch: Moment Hawaii volcano eruption engulfs camera

Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes, has been erupting intermittently since December last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gwT2rhA

What should you do if you dislike your friend's partner?

Former friends Chrishell Stause and Emma Hernan have argued on and off-camera in the Netflix reality show. from BBC News https://ift.tt/B6E4D2z

Putin says Russia ready to supply 'uninterrupted' fuel to India

Deals have been signed in civil nuclear energy and critical minerals during the Russian PM's stay in India. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9AqGWKr

Kenya signs landmark health deal with US despite data fears

Kenya becomes the first African country to secure US health funding since cuts to foreign aid by Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fbiqegn

Netflix reportedly closes in on Warner Bros deal

The streaming giant has emerged as the top bidder ahead of rivals Comcast and Paramount Skydance, reports say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/byJpcEU

New data reveals one of the smallest ozone holes in decades

This year’s ozone hole over Antarctica ranked among the smallest since the early 1990s, reflecting steady progress from decades of global action under the Montreal Protocol. Declining chlorine levels and warmer stratospheric temperatures helped limit ozone destruction. Scientists say the layer remains on track to recover later this century. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/MZO6pYD

Simple nutrient mix delivers surprising autism breakthrough in mice

A low-dose mix of zinc, serine, and branched-chain amino acids boosted neural function and social behavior in autism mouse models. The combination restored more typical synaptic protein patterns and reduced excessive amygdala activity. Individual supplements had no effect, showing that the nutrients must work together. The findings point toward a promising multi-nutrient strategy for influencing brain circuits involved in autism. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/IkvBWb8

Hornet-eating frog shows remarkable venom resistance

Experiments reveal that pond frogs can eat highly venomous hornets without suffering noticeable damage, even after repeated stings. Most frogs successfully consumed hornets, including the notorious Asian giant hornet. This unusual resilience suggests that frogs may have evolved mechanisms to block the effects of venom. Their resistance could help scientists uncover new insights into pain and toxin tolerance. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/tbpZLCB

'Not becoming of a president': Somali-Americans respond to Trump's 'garbage' remarks

Somali-Americans tell of their heightened fear after the US president intensified his criticism of the community. from BBC News https://ift.tt/m5dJ2ZE

Steve Rosenberg: Putin showing no signs of compromise

The BBC's Russia Editor shares his analysis after five hours of peace talks between the Russians and the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rkh6FWM

Australia is banning social media for kids under 16. How will it work?

The world-first law aims to reduce the risks children face online, but critics fear it may not work. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TwXPue5

New study finds cancer-linked compounds in common foods

Scientists have found that common foods can contain hidden contaminants formed during cooking or through environmental exposure. A new testing method called QuEChERS helps identify these chemicals more quickly and with greater ease. The research showed strong accuracy and high sensitivity across multiple food samples. This streamlined approach could improve food safety checks while reducing chemical waste. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/j6fJ9Gt

'Hung by my wrists and beaten': Israeli-Russian woman says Iraqi militants tortured her in captivity

Elizabeth Tsurkov, who was freed in September, tells the BBC that her two years in captivity left her physically and mentally scarred. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dzGu861

How Pope Leo transformed from 'quiet man' to vocal peace messenger on first foreign trip

We are learning a little more about how Pope Leo intends to carry out his duties, writes Religion Editor Aleem Maqbool. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CQxbvfz

Four dead in Russian attack as diplomatic efforts to end war continue

As US negotiating teams continue to hold talks with Moscow and Kyiv, Russia's attacks on Ukraine continue. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kwOaiMg

Ukrainian President Zelensky set for visit to Republic of Ireland

It will be the first official visit to Ireland by a Ukrainian president and first lady. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7ENreAV