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UAE blames Iran for ballistic missile launches targeting shipping in region

Analysts say that Putin could seize assets if cash is needed for his stalling invasion

Ukrainian anti-corruption agencies are investigating senior officials in President Zelenskyy's office

Data shows that traffic through the shipping route remains at a standstill despite Trump saying it is open for business

Dr. David Morens worked under Dr. Fauci as a senior official during the Covid-19 pandemic

When Indian authorities scrubbed the biopic of activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, local villagers and activists turned its censorship into a grassroots movement.

In addition to pay, striking hospital workers say patient violence is an issue. Hospital workers are seven times more likely to be injured at work due to violent acts than the general working population.

Government data showed the outbreak had so far recorded 5,021 cases, including 2,378 deaths. The outbreak has infected and killed more people at a greater speed than any other outbreak in history.

PM promises to mount ‘Covid-style campaign’ to get homeless people off streets in winter The Tories believe they can cut energy bills by £540 a year for the next two decades by prioritising cheap energy over net zero.Speaking in London, the shadow energy secretary Claire Coutinho said, when she was a minister, civil servants had been unable to prove to her that wind and solar energy was cheaper than fossil fuels.Roughly half the savings come from having to build much less grid, fewer pylons and less cables carving up the countryside. The rest of the savings come from lower wholesale prices, lower balancing costs and subsidies.Basically, we’d pay a lot less money to switch wind farms off when it’s too windy, or for back up when it’s not windy enough.Our expensive electricity is pushing our industry overseas. It’s harming our ambitions in AI and it’s hurting living standards. These things are widely acknowledged. Continue reading...

Ukrainian anti-corruption agencies said they uncovered group responsible for money laundering $3.35m but did not name individuals involved Meanwhile, for all the noise and controversy around it, the Ukrainian parliament has just approved Zelenskyy’s nominations for foreign and defence ministers.Andrii Sybiha and Yevhen Khmara were both approved by the lawmakers just minutes ago.“I am grateful to the MPs for supporting Andrii Sybiha for the position of Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and Yevhenii Khmara for the position of Minister of Defence of Ukraine. The tasks for both ministers are absolutely clear: Ukraine needs more strength. And it will have it. Glory to Ukraine!” Continue reading...

UK competition watchdog investigation is part of broader clampdown on illegal ‘drip pricing’ Business live – latest updatesThe UK’s competition watchdog has launched investigations into Trainline, Virgin Atlantic and Red Driving School over concerns that all three companies displayed misleadingly low prices to their customers.The Competition and Markets Authority’s investigations are part of a broader clampdown on “drip pricing”, an illegal practice that makes a product appear cheaper by not including all mandatory fees. Continue reading...

Incumbent Sullivan is running for third term while Peltola is fighting to flip seat and aid Democrats retake control of CongressDemocratic socialist Angie Nixon clinches surprise win in Florida Sign up for the US Breaking News emailTwo Democrats are currently leading the all-party primary for Alaska governor.Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins and Tom Begich will advance to the general election for the seat in November, with Kreiss-Tomkins, a state representative, receiving 21.7% of the vote so far and Begich, a former state senator, receiving 20.1%. Continue reading...

Dallas McInerney tells inquiry he wiped data from his devices over the weekend after receiving a security warning from his bankFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe chief executive of Catholic Schools NSW has denied he performed a factory reset on a work phone and iPad to wipe critical evidence for an investigation into allegations of corruption in the New South Wales Liberal party, an inquiry has heard.On Wednesday afternoon, Dallas McInerney revealed he had performed the factory reset over the weekend after giving evidence to the NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (Icac) last week. Continue reading...

Internal documents obtained by Guardian show White House meetings, scheduled calls with top Trump officials and communications with Fox News producers Continue reading...

Klaire Rhodes was attacked by a brown bear in state park but spray helped her escape with ‘relatively minor injuries’An Alaska marathon athlete used a repellant spray to fend off an attacking bear that officials say injured her while she ran on a popular trail recently – an encounter that she has since described as “a nightmare come to life”.The particularly harrowing episode unfolded on 13 August, when a woman who later identified herself online as marathon winner Klaire Rhodes, 28, was running alone on the Wolverine Bowl trail in Chugach state park, officials with Alaska’s fish and game department said. A brown bear on the trail attacked and injured her, according to the agency. Continue reading...

Greens say analysis shows government failure to take bold climate action could lead to big gains for party at electionUK politics live – latest updatesLabour could lose dozens of seats to the Green party if the government allows new drilling in the North Sea, according to internal research shared with the Guardian.Green party analysis suggests up to 50 Labour MPs, including Andy Burnham’s key ally Louise Haigh, could lose their seats at the next election if the government fails to make urgent climate action a priority or allows new drilling for oil and gas in the North Sea.The Guardian’s climate forum 2026: On Tuesday 20 October, join Damian Carrington and our panel of experts, including Prof Andy Haines, Katie White, Asad Rehman, Shruti Suresh, Gareth Thomas and Amy Fairman, for a hopeful and solutions-focused evening. Book tickets here or at guardian.live Continue reading...

The combination regimen significantly extended the time patients lived without their melanoma returning, compared with Keytruda alone.

Chinese AI firms have reportedly accessed advanced Nvidia computing power overseas, testing U.S. export controls. Lawmakers weigh closing the cloud-access gap.

Amazon has quietly expanded its drone service to more metro areas in recent months after receiving a key regulatory greenlight enabling longer-range deliveries.

Shares of Spain's Deoleo jumped on Wednesday morning amid an intensifying takeover battle for the world's largest olive oil bottler and marketer.

Currency strategists flag Treasury risk, softer U.S. data and uncertain Fed policy as key factors that could pressure the dollar.

Former Ukraine Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called for wartime elections, saying Kyiv must restore its democratic process despite the ongoing war.

Martial law has been in place in Ukraine since February 2022, under which elections are suspended.

Warnings for northern England, eastern Scotland and Northern Ireland will come into force later on Wednesday.

The skeletal remains in Lake Mead include what appears to be a human jaw with teeth attached, a witness says.

The popularity of degree apprenticeships has grown as the cost of university has come under increased scrutiny.

Rough sleepers in England will be offered housing, in a move likened to the “Everyone In” initiative during the pandemic.

The consumer watchdog said they were trying to find out if the three companies were not showing full prices upfront to customers.

We look at the aftermath of Hurricane Lala.

The Emirates has long been a major trading hub for Iran, and analysts say it has been key to Iranian efforts to evade international sanctions, which the country denies.

Plus, the political emails are coming for you.

Although the fate of the ballroom is tied up in court, the Trump administration argues that the project is too far along to be stopped now.

Mykhailo Fedorov, a popular young leader who was fired last month, said Russia should not be allowed to dictate when Ukrainians can choose their next government.

Volunteers and priests rallied to clean up Kyiv’s Dormition Cathedral, still smelling of smoke from a massive blaze, for an anniversary celebration.

The Emirates has long been a major trading hub for Iran, and analysts say it has been key to Iranian efforts to evade international sanctions, which the country denies.

Mykhailo Fedorov, a popular young leader who was fired last month, said Russia should not be allowed to dictate when Ukrainians can choose their next government.

Volunteers and priests rallied to clean up Kyiv’s Dormition Cathedral, still smelling of smoke from a massive blaze, for an anniversary celebration.

Guo Degang, one of the country’s best-known comedians, was reported to the authorities, as the arts continue to be a focus for ideological crackdowns.

Any deal in any of Israel’s conflicts would be politically damaging for its prime minister.

India take a 1-0 lead with a 165-run win against the hosts in Galle to begin the two-Test series.

Russia's Defence Ministry says 453 Ukrainian drones were downed overnight in various regions.

The Australian said he made no excuses but admitted to struggling with the twilight of his career.

Far-right protesters clashed with police at an anti-Muslim rally in the US city of Dearborn.

Second trial claims Diego Maradona's doctors missed crucial warning signs before Argentina football icon's 2020 passing.

Cars were swept downhill as floodwaters and mudslides tore through northern Chile.

US pilot lands jet without front wheels after landing gear failure

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When Indian authorities scrubbed the biopic of activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, local villagers and activists turned its censorship into a grassroots movement.

Government data showed the outbreak had so far recorded 5,021 cases, including 2,378 deaths. The outbreak has infected and killed more people at a greater speed than any other outbreak in history.