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Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi killed in helicopter crash
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‘Mr. Raider’ Jim Otto, Football Hall of Famer, Dies at 86
Read More Jim Otto, the Hall of Fame center known as “Mr. Raider” for his durability through a litany of injuries, has died, the team confirmed Sunday night. He was 86. [time-brightcove not-tgx=”true”] The cause of death was not immediately known. “The Original Raider,” the club said in a statement posted on the social platform X. “The…
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Victorian psychologist banned after supplying patient with ice
Read More Psychologist admitted to supplying or offering crystal meth, amphetamine and Xanax to a patient on multiple occasions A psychologist who supplied crystal methamphetamine to a patient and asked others to take urine tests on her behalf to hide her own drug use has been banned for seven years. Maria Cassar admitted to supplying…
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Russia-Ukraine war – latest: Putin loses more than 1,500 soldiers in faltering Kharkiv offensive
Read More Zelensky says ‘world can stop Russian terror’ as he seeks more Patriots for Ukraine Zelensky says ‘world can stop Russian terror’ as he seeks more Patriots for Ukraine
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Iran president Ebrahim Raisi and foreign minister dead in helicopter crash, says state media
Read More Ebrahim Raisi and Hossein Amir-abdollahian dead after helicopter went down in mountains close to Azerbaijan border Iran president helicopter crash – live updates Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi has died in a helicopter crash in foggy weather in the mountains near the border with Azerbaijan, Iranian state media has reported. Foreign minister Hossein Amir-abdollahian…
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Infected blood inquiry to publish final report in seismic moment for victims
Read More Chair to share findings of investigation into NHS infection of thousands with HIV or hepatitis C over more than 20 years The infected blood public inquiry is to publish its final report on the failings that led to the deaths of more than 3,000 people and ruined many more lives. The report will…
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Scotland’s vulnerable marine life not properly protected, campaigners warn
Read More Scottish government accused of missing deadlines to take action on overfishing and effects of climate breakdown Fragile and damaged marine life around Scotland’s coasts is not being properly protected because ministers in Edinburgh have broken their promises, environment campaigners have warned. Prominent charities including the Marine Conservation Society and the National Trust for…
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Iran’s president confirmed dead in helicopter crash
Read More Ebrahim Raisi, 63, was elected president in 2021, having had a decades-long career in the country’s judicial system under his belt Iranian state media have confirmed that President Ebrahim Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash in the country’s northwestern province of East Azerbaijan. His entire entourage, including Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and Governor…
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Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi dies in helicopter crash
Read More Helicopter went missing in foggy weather conditions in Iran Helicopter went missing in foggy weather conditions in Iran
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Rescuers say ‘no sign of life’ as wrecked helicopter of Iran’s Raisi found
Read MoreThe helicopter, which was also carrying Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, went down in poor weather.The helicopter, which was also carrying Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, went down in poor weather.
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After the only hospital in town closed, a North Carolina city directs its ire at politicians
Read MoreAfter one North Carolina city’s only hospital closed, residents there say they’re not only worried about their health but they’ve lost trust in politiciansAfter one North Carolina city’s only hospital closed, residents there say they’re not only worried about their health but they’ve lost trust in politicians
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‘Why should we vote?’ India’s jute workers blame politicians for woes
Read MoreJute, a major Indian export, is in a crisis. The vote of millions of industry workers in Bengal state is up for grabs.Jute, a major Indian export, is in a crisis. The vote of millions of industry workers in Bengal state is up for grabs.
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G7 leaders to discuss €30bn loan for Ukraine using Russian assets
Read More Finance ministers will debate legality of using €270bn in frozen state assets as collateral for loan Divisions over whether Ukraine can lawfully be handed an extra €30bn (£26bn) loan drawn from €270bn in seized Russian state assets are likely to be aired at a meeting of G7 finance ministers this week in Stresa,…
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Greg Lynn trial: camper describes ‘alarming’ discovery of burnt campsite of Russell Hill and Carol Clay
Read More Police called over discovery, made several days after pair were allegedly murdered by former Jetstar pilot who has pleaded not guilty Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcast A camper who came across the abandoned and burnt campsite of…
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Police suspect murder-suicide after ‘tragic’ discovery of man and two-year-old’s bodies in Lismore home
Read More Police say the boy’s mother raised concerns after the father failed to hand over the child for an access visit Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcast A crime scene has been established after the bodies of a man…
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Congolese army says it foiled a coup attempt
Read MoreCongo’s army says it has foiled a coup attempt and arrested the perpetrators, including several Americans.Congo’s army says it has foiled a coup attempt and arrested the perpetrators, including several Americans.
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William Lai Ching-te takes oath to become Taiwan’s new president
Read MoreLai takes over as leader as Beijing aggressively asserts its claim over the self-governed island of 23 million people.Lai takes over as leader as Beijing aggressively asserts its claim over the self-governed island of 23 million people.
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Taiwan Swears In New President, William Lai, Amid Tensions With China
Read More Taiwan’s William Lai Ching-te was sworn in as president of the democratic island, putting him right at the heart of a geopolitical rivalry involving the world’s two biggest powers. The 64-year-old former kidney doctor and ex-vice president took his oath of office in Taipei on Monday morning. His inaugural address afterward will be…
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China Hits Boeing Defense, Two Others With Symbolic Sanctions
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France launches ‘major operation’ in unrest-stricken in New Caledonia
Read More The authorities have vowed to re-establish the order at “whatever the cost” France has launched a “major operation” in its riot-stricken Pacific Ocean territory of New Caledonia in order to reclaim a key road linking the airport to the regional capital Noumea. The archepilago to the east of Australia has been swept by unrest…
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‘Modi builds highways but where are our jobs?’: rising inequality looms over India’s election
Read More While the number of Indian billionaires soars, growing unemployment has become a big problem for the BJP as it campaigns for a third term It wasn’t even the real wedding, just the pre-wedding party. But that didn’t stop India’s richest billionaire, Mukesh Ambani, whose son is set to marry the daughter of a…
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 816
Read MoreAs the war enters its 816th day, these are the main developments.As the war enters its 816th day, these are the main developments.
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Uncertain future for thousands after deadly Brazil floods
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What the Fate of Iran’s President Could Mean for Tehran and the Region
Read More EXCLUSIVE SUBSCRIBER+EXPERT INTERVIEW – Hindered by fog, cold and mountainous terrain,rescuers moving on foot failed to reach the crash site of a helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and eight other people within the first few hours after the crash. State-run media outlet IRNA reported on Sunday that the helicopter was also carrying…
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How should countries deal with falling birth rates?
Read MoreAs the UK and US continue to see falling birth rates, options to deal with the issue are limited.As the UK and US continue to see falling birth rates, options to deal with the issue are limited.
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Who is Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi?
Read MoreRaisi – a hardline and religiously conservative politician – has deep connections in the judiciary and religious elite.Raisi – a hardline and religiously conservative politician – has deep connections in the judiciary and religious elite.
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Kylie Kwong quits restaurant business, adding to growing list of high-profile eateries to close
Read More Sydney chef to close Lucky Kwong, saying she wants to focus on ‘sharing other people’s stories’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcast Kylie Kwong has announced she is quitting the restaurant business after 24 years as a restaurateur…
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Taiwan presidential inauguration live: Lai Ching-te to take office
Read More Lai represents an historic third term in power for the pro-sovereignty Democratic Progressive party (DPP) and will replace incumbant Tsai Ing-wen Who is Lai Ching-te?Taiwan’s new president to take officeSee all of our Taiwan coverage It’s 8.35am in Taipei and welcome to our live coverage of Taiwan’s inauguration of a new president, Lai…
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Iran president helicopter crash: rescuers search for Ebrahim Raisi – live updates
Read More Helicopter carrying Raisi and foreign minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian reportedly crashed in mountainous area amid bad weather Full report: helicopter carrying Iran’s president crashes in mountainsProfile: Ebrahim Raisi: Iran’s hardline president dogged by execution claims Ebrahim Raisi is a hardliner who was instrumental in the last few years in steering Iran back towards the…
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Mumbai Heads to Polls as India’s Opposition Gets Renewed Boost
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Portland nurse makes emotional return home after treating burn victims in Gaza
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‘Troublemaker’ William Lai Ching-te to take oath as Taiwan’s new president
Read MoreLai’s election victory gave the DPP an unprecedented third term, but his room for manoeuvre is likely to be limited.Lai’s election victory gave the DPP an unprecedented third term, but his room for manoeuvre is likely to be limited.
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Georgia student shot and killed by ‘armed intruder’ on college campus
Read More Samuel Harris, who is not a student at the school, is charged with murder Samuel Harris, who is not a student at the school, is charged with murder
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Israel continues operation in Rafah amid growing pressure
Read MoreIsrael continued its attacks in Gaza, including in the southern Gaza city of Rafah, despite growing international pressure to limit the scope of the offensive. Imtiaz Tyab has more.Israel continued its attacks in Gaza, including in the southern Gaza city of Rafah, despite growing international pressure to limit the scope of the offensive. Imtiaz…
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‘Bring Julian home’: the Australian campaign to free Assange
Read MoreAssange’s supporters say what Wikileaks revealed about power and access to information is as relevant today as ever.Assange’s supporters say what Wikileaks revealed about power and access to information is as relevant today as ever.
