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Independent MP Kate Chaney says recognition of a Palestinian state will happen in ‘good time’. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTaiwan won’t join Exercise Talisman Sabre, says Labor MPJumping back to Labor frontbencher Tanya Plibersek on Sunrise this morning, on a panel with Nationals MP Barnaby Joyce, Plibersek says the government isn’t considering allowing Taiwan to join a major military exercise.Australia really values our unofficial relationship with Taiwan. We have got a lot of exchange on trade and investment and on regional security and stability. We think the best way to maintain

Regional passenger train carrying about 100 people derails near Riedlingen, leaving more people seriously injuredThree people were killed and several others injured when a regional passenger train derailed in a wooded area in southwestern Germany on Sunday, police said.About 100 passengers were onboard the train when the accident occurred at about 6.10 pm local time near the town of Riedlingen in Baden-Wüerttemberg state. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/jul/27/at-least-four-people-killed-after-train-derails-in-southern-germany Author : Agence France-Presse Publish date : 2025-07-27 20:32:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

American Medical Association writes to health secretary after reports he aims to overhaul taskforce for being ‘woke’A top US medical body has expressed “deep concern” to Robert F Kennedy Jr over news reports that the health secretary plans to overhaul a panel that determines which preventive health measures including cancer screenings should be covered by insurance companies.The letter from the the American Medical Association comes after the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday that Kennedy plans to overhaul the 40-year old US Preventive Services Task Force because he regards them as too “woke”, according to sources familiar with the matter.

Another Republican says it should be on table, illustrating challenge posed by scandal for Maga base and the partyThe US House speaker, Mike Johnson, said on Sunday he would have “great pause” about granting a pardon or commutation to Ghislaine Maxwell while another House Republican said it should be considered as part of an effort to obtain more information about Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes.Donald Trump and his allies, including Johnson, have been under immense pressure to disclose more information about Epstein for weeks, especially amid scrutiny over the extent of Trump’s relationship with Epstein. The splits over what to do with

A man and a woman were found dead at Devil’s Den state park as police seek a white male suspectTwo people were found dead along a walking trail in a state park in Arkansas, authorities said Sunday.A 43-year-old man and a 41-year-old woman were found dead at Devil’s Den state park in Washington county, according to the Arkansas state police. Its criminal investigation unit is handling what it calls a “suspected homicide”. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jul/27/arkansas-state-park-suspected-homicide Author : Associated Press Publish date : 2025-07-27 13:01:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Thongxay Nilakout, who shot Birte Pfleger’s parents in 1994, is among eight convicted criminals who were deportedThe daughter of a woman murdered by a man from Laos who is among those controversially deported from the US to South Sudan has spoken out about her family’s pain but also to decry the lack of rights afforded to those who were expelled to countries other than their own.Birte Pfleger lives in Los Angeles and was a history student at Cal State University in Long Beach when her parents came to visit her from their native Germany in 1994 and ended up shot

Czech firefighters and Italian aircraft join fight against blazes that have ravaged homes and forced evacuationsGreece is battling wildfires that have ravaged homes and led to evacuations for a second day, with the help of Czech firefighters and Italian aircraft expected to arrive later on Sunday.The wildfires were raging on Sunday morning in the Peloponnese area west of the capital, as well as on the islands of Evia and Kythera, with aircraft and helicopters resuming their work in several parts of the country at dawn. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/jul/27/greece-enlists-help-from-european-allies-to-tackle-raging-wildfires Author : Agence France-Presse in Athens Publish date :

Military says it will halt activity in Muwasi, Deir al-Balah and Gaza City from 10am to 8pm local time every day until further noticeAustralian prime minister accuses Israel of ‘clearly’ breaching international lawThe Australian prime minister, Anthony Albanese says, has accused Israel of a breach of international law in blocking aid into Gaza, saying “you can’t hold innocent people responsible” for the actions of Hamas, and warning that Benjamin Netanyahu’s government is “losing support” internationally. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2025/jul/27/israel-gaza-war-middle-east-crisis-live-updates-military-announces-tactical-pause-pressure-mounts-over-hunger Author : Guardian staff and agencies Publish date : 2025-07-27 06:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked

Journalist Tania Safi and human rights activist Robert Martin on board Freedom Flotilla Coalition vessel the Handala, group saysA boat reportedly carrying two Australians has been intercepted by Israeli troops, Israel’s foreign ministry has confirmed, as a pro-Palestinian activist group claims its crew have been subjected to “unlawful” detention while attempting to transport aid to Gaza.The Handala, registry name Navaren, led by the activist group the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, was roughly 50km from the Egyptian coast and 100km west of Gaza when intercepted, an online tracking tool set up to plot the ship’s course showed. Continue reading... Source link :

State authorities say suspect in custody and investigation under way into stabbing at Traverse City storeAuthorities in Michigan are investigating after multiple people were stabbed at a Walmart in Traverse City, police said on Saturday.The Michigan state police said in a social media post that a suspect is in custody and the local sheriff’s office is investigating the incident. The agency asked that people avoid the area while the investigation is ongoing. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jul/26/michigan-stabbing-police Author : Guardian staff and agencies Publish date : 2025-07-27 00:01:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Event becomes biggest of its kind as more than 100,000 turn out to support its ‘existence and resistance’ themeMore than 100,000 people took to the streets for London Trans+ Pride 2025 on Saturday, making it the biggest such event in the world, organisers said.The route wound through the centre of the capital’s most famous sites, taking in Regent’s Street, Piccadilly and Trafalgar Square. It concluded at Parliament Square with speakers including Heartstopper and Doctor Who actor Yasmin Finney. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/jul/26/tens-of-thousands-of-people-take-to-streets-for-london-trans-pride-2025 Author : Jane Clinton Publish date : 2025-07-26 22:29:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the

Ransomware attack puts focus on privacy risks for political parties, which are exempt from many data protection obligationsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastMore than two years before the data breach of Clive Palmer’s Trumpet of Patriots and United Australia parties, the federal government was warned that there was a significant risk to political parties – which are exempt from many data protection obligations – holding sensitive information on voters.The ransomware attack on Trumpet of Patriots earlier this month was the first time Australians became aware of a major data breach of any political party. It

‘Airdrops will not reverse the deepening starvation,’ said UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe LazzariniAt least 25 people were killed by Israeli airstrikes and gunshots overnight, according to health officials and the ambulance service on Saturday, as ceasefire talks appear to have stalled and Palestinians in Gaza face famine.The majority of victims were killed by gunfire as they waited for aid trucks close to the Zikim crossing with Israel, said staff at Shifa hospital, where the bodies were brought. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2025/jul/26/israel-gaza-war-palestinian-state-palestine-middle-east-latest-news-updates Author : Maya Yang (now); Charlie Moloney and Caolán Magee (earlier) Publish date : 2025-07-26 17:19:00 Copyright for

Target of the explosion, Konstantinos Varsamis, is unharmed after ‘cowardly attack’ in ThessalonikiTwo people have been wounded in a targeted bomb attack in a suburb of Greece’s second city Thessaloniki, damaging a block of flats and six cars.The explosion targeted the home of the president of the Greek association of prison guards in the suburb of Sykies, in the early hours on Saturday morning. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/jul/26/two-wounded-in-greece-after-explosion-at-home-of-prison-guard-official Author : Donna Ferguson Publish date : 2025-07-26 15:02:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

UK, France and Germany leaders call for lifting of aid restrictions and immediate ceasefire after holding talksIsrael-Gaza war live – latest updatesKeir Starmer has outlined to his French and Germancounterparts how the UK will take forward plans to airdrop aid and evacuate children requiring medical assistance in Gaza, Downing Street has said.The prime minister held emergency talks with Emmanuel Macron and Friedrich Merz on Saturday morning, in which the three leaders agreed to work closely together on a plan to “pave the way to a long-term solution and security in the region”. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/jul/26/starmer-confirms-plan-to-aidrop-aid-to-gaza-and-evacuate-sick-children-will-go-ahead Author :

Lioness has gone from prospect to superstar at Euro 2025 – and she’s got more than just football in her lockerFour years ago, Michelle Agyemang was a ballgirl at Wembley stadium, witnessing the Lionesses’ rule the pitch in a 4-0 victory against Northern Ireland. Now, at just 19 years old, she no longer finds herself retrieving balls that have veered out of play, but is an integral part of the team she once admired from the sidelines.The forward, who football fans hope will be showing off her on-pitch magic on Sunday as the Lionesses’ face off against Spain in the

Chinese premier warns at global conference AI development must be weighed against security risks, urges ‘further consensus from the entire society’Chinese premier Li Qiang has proposed establishing an organisation to foster global cooperation on artificial intelligence, calling on countries to coordinate on the development and security of the fast-evolving technology, days after the US unveiled plans to deregulate the industry.Speaking at the annual World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai, Li called AI a new engine for growth, adding that governance is fragmented and emphasising the need for more coordination between countries to form a globally recognised framework for AI.

New technology also helps fruit yield, while strawberry, raspberry and blackberry output has risenBritish blueberries are the latest fruit to benefit from the warmest spring on record, with the harvest up by almost a quarter so far this year.Growers say the weather has produced an early crop with more and larger berries, while new varieties can bring higher yields and better resilience. About 5,133 tonnes are expected by the end of August, up significantly from almost 4,187 tonnes by the same point last year. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/jul/26/uk-blueberry-crop-up-fruit-yield Author : Sarah Butler Publish date : 2025-07-26 05:00:00 Copyright

Ro Khanna and Robert Garcia seek ‘complete and unredacted copy’ of book from Epstein estate lawyersHouse Democrats on Friday sent a letter to the attorneys representing the estate of Jeffrey Epstein requesting a copy of the so-called “birthday book” that reportedly contains a crude poem and doodle from Donald Trump in celebration of the late sex offender’s 50th birthday.In the letter, California congressmen Ro Khanna and Robert Garcia say the contents of the book may be “essential” to congressional oversight of the Trump administration’s handling of the Epstein controversy. In the letter, they ask for a “complete and unredacted” copy

Thousands of people have been evacuated from either side of the border, while fighting has left at least 16 people deadCambodia wants an “immediate ceasefire” with Thailand, the country’s envoy to the United Nations has said, with Bangkok also signalling an openness to talks after two days of deadly clashes that have left 15 dead and thousands displaced.“Cambodia asked for an immediate ceasefire – unconditionally – and we also call for the peaceful solution of the dispute,” said UN ambassador Chhea Keo, after a closed meeting of the Council attended by Cambodia and Thailand. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/jul/26/cambodia-calls-for-immediate-ceasefire-with-thailand-after-two-days-of-deadly-clashes-border

Christopher Earl Lloyd, 39, claimed he was a financial expert to convince victims to transfer him money, prosecutors sayA California man was arrested on Thursday for allegedly using dating apps to con his matches out of more than $2m over the course of nearly three years.Allegedly posing as an investor, Christopher Earl Lloyd, 39, of the Los Angeles-area city of Whittier swindled matches that he befriended and romanced on Tinder, Hinge and Bumble. Federal prosecutors have charged Lloyd with 13 counts of wire fraud and one count of engaging in a monetary transaction in property derived from fraud. Continue reading...

Lawyer says Epstein associate ‘answered every single question … honestly, truthfully and to the best of her ability’The deputy US attorney general, Todd Blanche, held a second in-person meeting on Friday with Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted sex trafficker and longtime associate of the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.Blanche had confirmed the two met behind closed doors in Tallahassee, Florida, on Thursday, at the federal prosecutor’s office within the federal courthouse in the state capital, and they met again on Friday. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jul/25/ghislaine-maxwell-justice-department-meeting Author : Lucy Campbell and agencies Publish date : 2025-07-25 18:47:00 Copyright for syndicated

High temperatures and humidity across north-eastern coast increase risk of heat exhaustion, illnesses and deathMore than a 100 million people in the US will face dangerous conditions over the weekend as a heat dome which has scorched much of the center of the country nudges eastward.Heat advisories were in place on Friday all across the north-eastern coast from Portland, Maine to Wilmington, North Carolina, with the daytime heat index temperatures 10 to 15F above average in some places. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jul/25/heat-dome-dangerous-conditions-100-million-people Author : Nina Lakhani Publish date : 2025-07-25 16:17:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the

President wouldn’t answer when asked about possible clemency for Ghislaine Maxwell and is expected to to be met with wave of protest as he heads to ScotlandDonald Trump has said Hamas “did not want to make a deal” on a ceasefire and hostage release in Gaza.Speaking to reporters at the White House earlier, the president’s comments echoed those of his Middle East peace envoy, Steve Witkoff, who said yesterday the Trump team had pulled its negotiators for consultations following Hamas’s latest proposal. Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/live/2025/jul/25/trump-administration-politics-live-updates Author : Lucy Campbell (now); Shannon Ho (earlier) Publish date : 2025-07-25

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy says country is trying to find sponsors for air systems and that negotiators discussed him meeting PutinErm.We reported on Wednesday that the European Commission said (blog) it had conveyed its concerns about the anti-graft law reform in Ukraine to president Volodymyr Zelenskyy.“I have not communicated with Ursula von der Leyen in recent days. Everything that was written about it, everything that she allegedly told me, is a fake. We did not have a conversation.” Continue reading... Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2025/jul/25/ukraine-funding-patriot-air-defence-systems-meet-vladimir-putin-volodymyr-zelenskyy-europe-latest-news-updates Author : Jakub Krupa Publish date : 2025-07-25 11:35:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the