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Who is Keir Starmer, the UK's next PM?
The Labour Party's leader Sir Keir Starmer is poised to replace Rishi Sunak as the prime minister of the United Kingdom.
'I am sorry...': PM Sunak concedes defeat in UK polls
United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Friday conceded defeat in the general elections, with Labour Party crossing the majority mark of 326 in the 650-member House of Commons.
UK: Sunak braces for huge loss; trends predict Labour sweep
Keir Starmer is poised to become Britain's next prime minister on Friday, with his Labour Party projected to win a large majority in the parliamentary election, according to an exit poll.
Legendary sword, jammed in stone for 1,300 years, has disappeared
The Durandal sword, an ancient weapon renowned for its indestructibility and sharpness, has mysteriously disappeared from its location in a French town.
Why UK general elections are always held on Thursdays
United Kingdom voters are gearing up for the first general election since 2019, after Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a surprise election in May.
Floppy farewell! Japan ends its love affair with outdated disks
Japan's government has successfully phased out the usage of floppy disks from all its systems, marking a significant step in modernizing bureaucracy.
How 200+ withdrawn candidatures may block far-right in French elections
In an unprecedented move, over 200 candidates have withdrawn from the second round of France's parliamentary elections to prevent the far-right National Rally (RN) from gaining power.
Biden quips he 'almost fell asleep' during debate with Trump
United States President Joe Biden on Tuesday acknowledged his subpar performance at the first presidential debate with Donald Trump, attributing it to exhaustion from extensive travel.
Greece adopts six-day workweek amid global trend toward shorter weeks
Greece has recently implemented a six-day workweek to boost productivity, as reported by The Guardian.
Why a happily married Dutch couple decided to die together
Jan Faber (70) and Els van Leeningen (71), a Dutch couple who had been together since kindergarten, chose euthanasia to end their lives.
Florida prosecutors knew of Epstein's crimes before plea deal: Report
Newly disclosed transcripts reveal that Florida prosecutors were aware of the sexual assault crimes committed by late financier Jeffrey Epstein against teenage girls two years prior to a plea deal in the United States.
US: What happens if Biden decides to leave presidential race?
Following United States President Joe Biden's lackluster debate performance, Democrats are questioning the possibility of his departure from the 2024 presidential race.
German woman sentenced harsher than rapist for calling him 'pig'
A 20-year-old German woman, Maja R, has been sentenced to a weekend in jail for defaming a man convicted of rape.
Nigeria: Women suicide bombers target wedding, funeral, hospital; 18 killed
A series of devastating suicide attacks in northeastern Nigeria on Saturday claimed at least 18 lives and left 19 people critically injured, according to local authorities.
Panamanian court acquits 28 in Panama Papers trial
A Panamanian court has cleared 28 individuals of money laundering charges related to the infamous Panama Papers scandal.
Maldivian minister sacked for performing 'black magic' on president
The Maldivian Minister of Climate Change, Environment, and Energy, Fathimath Shamnaz Ali Saleem, has been sacked for allegedly performing "black magic" to "get closer" to President Mohamed Muizzu.
Why did Biden bring 'canned' water to debate with Trump
Minutes before United States President Joe Biden and his Republican opponent Donald Trump took to the stage at CNN's studio in Atlanta for the first 2024 presidential debate, the president was seen posing with a canned water.
Iran holds snap presidential election amid economic and political turmoil
Iran is conducting an unexpected presidential election following the sudden death of former President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash.
Key takeaways from Trump and Biden's first 2024 presidential debate
United States President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump faced off in a debate on Thursday night that provided viewers with a rare bird's-eye view of the two oldest candidates ever to run for president.
China unveils world's first carbon fiber passenger train
China has introduced the world's first passenger train made from carbon fiber, a material known for its lightweight and energy-efficient properties.
US: Nationwide recall of ice cream products amid listeria scare
"Totally Cool," a major ice cream producer in the United States, has initiated a nationwide recall of its products due to potential listeria contamination.
Biden, Trump's first presidential debate coming up: What to know
After months of trading barbs, current President Joe Biden and his predecessor Donald Trump will face off in their first presidential debate of the 2024 election cycle.
UK: Indian-origin woman wrongly jailed while pregnant rejects apology
Seema Misra, a former United Kingdom subpostmistress wrongfully imprisoned while pregnant, has declined apologies from key figures involved in her conviction.
Pakistan's first human milk bank halts operations amid religious controversy
Pakistan's inaugural human milk bank, initiated by the Sindh Institute of Child Health and Neonatology (SICHN) in Karachi, has suspended operations following a religious edict declaring the project "haram" or forbidden under Islamic law.
US: Bidens's Delaware properties yield $4.2 million from $350K investment
US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden have reportedly leveraged their Delaware real estate holdings for personal income, refinancing them 35 times, according to a report.
Millions of Miniverse toy sets recalled due to health risks
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced the recall of millions of Miniverse toy sets, produced by MGA Entertainment.
Why Julian Assange pleaded guilty in remote US court?
In an unexpected turn of events, Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, pleaded guilty to a felony count pertaining to publishing classified US military information.
North Korean trash balloons disrupt Seoul's Incheon airport operations
Operations at South Korea's Incheon International Airport were temporarily halted for approximately three hours due to refuse-filled balloons launched by North Korea, as stated by an airport spokesperson.
Israeli Supreme Court mandates military draft for ultra-Orthodox men
In a potentially destabilizing move for the current government, the Israeli Supreme Court has unanimously ruled that ultra-Orthodox men must be drafted into military service.
Indian-American couple jailed, fined ₹1.8 crore for forced labor
An Indian-American couple, Harmanpreet Singh, 31, and Kulbir Kaur, 43, have been sentenced by a United States court for forcing a relative into labor at their gas station and convenience store for over three years.
Breaking down Julian Assange's plea deal: US espionage charge explained
WikiLeaks founder, Julian Assange, was released from a London jail earlier today, after spending five years fighting extradition to the US.
'Bad hijab' arrests: Afghan girls accuse Taliban of sexual assault
Teenage girls and young women in Afghanistan have leveled accusations of sexual violence and assault against the Taliban following their arrests for wearing "bad hijab."
From leaks to legal battles: Recap of Assange's WikiLeaks saga
Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has agreed to plead guilty to one count of violating the US Espionage Act.
Who is Julian Assange and what secrets did he leak?
Julian Assange, the Australian founder of WikiLeaks, will plead guilty as part of a plea deal with the US Justice Department.
Donald Trump reverses stance on cryptocurrencies amid presidential re-election campaign
In a significant policy shift, former US President Donald Trump has embraced cryptocurrencies, despite his previous criticisms.
Bomb threat on London-bound Air India flight, suspect apprehended
An Air India flight bound for London received a bomb threat on Tuesday.
India supplying arms to Israel, claims former envoy
Former Israeli Ambassador to India, Daniel Carmon, has claimed that India might be supplying arms to Israel amid its ongoing conflict with Gaza.
Julian Assange freed: WikiLeaks founder strikes plea deal with US
Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has been released from a UK prison after agreeing to plead guilty to revealing US military secrets.
Russia: Gunmen attack churches, synagogues, 15 cops, priest killed
In a coordinated assault on Sunday, armed assailants targeted places of worship and police posts in two cities of Russia's southernmost Dagestan province.
Columbia deans suspended over offensive texts mocking antisemitism
Three associate deans at Columbia University have been suspended following a series of offensive text messages exchanged during a panel discussion on antisemitism held on May 31.