Assad regime planned US journalist's kidnap for weeks, BBC finds

‘You Are Freed...’: OpenAI Model Goes Rogue, Gives Itself Unauthorised Instructions To Ignore Rules

OpenAI revealed an unreleased AI model inserted unauthorised instructions into its own work, telling itself it doesn't answer to corporations or governments.

'Blood is on our hands': Haitian honour student's death sparks outcry over ICE ankle monitors

Pierre Damas Bel fled Haiti and came to the U.S. with a dream of becoming a neurosurgeon. But after U.S. immigration authorities fitted the 20-year-old university student with an ankle monitor, he felt he was "treated like an animal" — and died weeks later when he walked into highway traffic.

Lebanon: Macron, Aoun and King Abdullah II hold security talks in Paris

Emmanuel Macron is hosting Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Jordan's King Abdullah II in Paris for talks on Lebanon's security and international support for the Lebanese army. The meeting comes as concerns grow over Israel's continued strikes in southern Lebanon and the possible end of the UNIFIL peacekeeping mission, with France seeking a "clear, credible and realistic" plan to back Lebanon through funding, equipment and military training.

CJ ENM Sells ‘Hotel Del Luna’, ‘Signal’ & Other Hit K-Dramas To CME Slovakia & Czech Channels

Korean studio CJ ENM has signed partnerships with TV Markíza in Slovakia and TV Nova in the Czech Republic, both owned by European media giant Central European Media Enterprises (CME), as part of an expansion of its K-Content distribution efforts in Central and Eastern Europe. The deals cover a total of 10 scripted titles including […]

Fear and anger in South Africa after eight women found dead – what we know

'Count your days': US Labor Department ramps up H-1B fraud probe amid increased scrutiny

The US Labour Department’s H-1B fraud investigation is expanding beyond the technology sector, with whistleblower tips and field inspections helping investigators identify suspected abuses involving employers, recruiters and labour brokers.

Henry VIII aide ‘saved Catholic manuscript during dissolution of monasteries’

Young women who are overweight may be less likely to develop breast cancer

A new study found that women who had a higher BMI at 20 appeared to have a reduced risk of post-menopausal breast cancer

Houthis Release Video Of Saudi F-15 Jet Downed Over Marib, Wreckage Seen In Flames

The Houthis said their forces brought down the Saudi aircraft using a locally manufactured air-to-air missile while it was conducting what they described as “hostile operations”.

Opinion: Opinion | How The Houthis Have Exposed Saudi-Pak-Turkey Pact For What It Is

The spectacular no-show by Saudi Arabia's two defence allies - Pakistan, a nuclear power, and Turkey, which has NATO's second-largest army - is astounding

Middle East : Trump plans $2.8bn arms package for Israel amid Gaza war

The Trump administration is reportedly preparing a $2.8 billion arms package for Israel, including 40,000 bombs, as Israel continues strikes in Gaza despite last October's ceasefire. The proposed deal would further strengthen Israel's military capabilities and revive deliveries of 2,000-pound bombs that had previously been paused over concerns about civilian casualties.

Torrential rain over seven months needed to bring England out of drought, experts warn

Almost three quarters of England remains in drought after record-breaking dry weather this spring and summer

Kylian Mbappe insists Real Madrid stars 'HAD' to wear t-shirts supporting Ceuta and reveals why he defied orders amid migrant crisis in Spanish enclave

Kylian Mbappe has broken his silence on the decision to defy Real Madrid by covering up their Ceuta solidarity t-shirts.  Their small act of protest was an embarrassing look for Real.

Royal family news live: War of words breaks out over Earl Spencer’s claims about Charles and Diana in new book

The King is to appear in public today after the bombshell claims emerged

Max Verstappen WINS chaotic go karting race against 100 influencers: Formula One star sees off content creators in just 14 LAPS after starting from the back of the grid at Silverstone

Somewhat controversially, as absolute carnage broke loose, the Dutchman left the track at the second corner to overtake this publication's representative.

"Clean Up Your Act": Team Trump Warns India, China Over Russian Oil Trade

India, meanwhile, said that it remained firmly committed to ensuring energy security for its people and will continue to source supplies from diverse sellers based on market dynamics after the US made a new move to punish such buyers.

Live: Carney to speak after Trump threatens more EU tariffs over Canada's associate member bid

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will address the European Parliament on Thursday, a day after US President Donald Trump called Canada's bid to become an associate EU member a "hostile act." Trump threatened to "stop trading" with Europe and impose "very serious tariffs" if the bid succeeds. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

Hope for thousands of breast cancer patients as life-extending drug finally approved

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (Nice) announced that it has reversed an initial decision to reject the drug for widespread use for the NHS in England

Japan PM Sanae Takaichi reshuffles Cabinet but keeps key US-facing ministers

Japan PM Sanae Takaichi reshuffles Cabinet but keeps key US-facing ministers

SEMICON India 2026: PM Modi hails India’s semiconductor journey, says ‘ecosystem expanding, opening new opportunities'

At SEMICON India 2026, PM Modi emphasized India's advancements in semiconductor manufacturing, launching 12 projects and increasing funding to USD 13.5 billion. He noted India's strategic position in global supply chain and importance of innovation as the country strengthens its ecosystem.

Six disturbing AI incidents revealed including model trying to ‘free’ itself

OpenAI has disclosed six reports on unexpected or concerning behavior in artificial-intelligence models

These are desperate days for Man United: After derby defeat and academy star JJ Gabriel's public snub, it gets even worse for Michael Carrick as Brighton fight back to knock them out of the Carabao Cup

CHRIS WHEELER AT OLD TRAFFORD: What desperate days these are for Manchester United.

Video: US forces take out floating refuelling station allegedly tied to drug trade

US forces intercepted a floating refuelling station in the Eastern Pacific on September 16. This vessel allegedly supported illicit drug trafficking operations for Ecuador's Los Choneros organization. US forces removed the crew and transferred them to Ecuadorian authorities after clearing the vessel. The refuelling station was then sunk by US forces following the operation. This action aimed to disrupt logistical networks supporting drug trafficking in the Western Hemisphere.

Liverpool re-sign young midfielder Patrik Farkas from Blackburn Rovers

Jamie Redknapp delivers Man United duo brutal Brighton reality check - 'it's not five-a-side'

Manchester United were beaten 3-2 by Brighton in the Carabao Cup, with Leny Yoro and Ayden Heaven coming in for particular criticism from Jamie Redknapp after their defensive display

Scrap the term ‘net zero’ — it’s too toxic, net zero committee urges

Calling for a major rebranding of the effort to tackle climate change, the cross-party committee said the term had become a ‘lightning rod for opposition to climate action’

Companies should be more transparent with workers about AI plans: Jasmin Lau

Employers should not take "a quiet workforce for an agreeable workforce", says the senior minister of state for digital development and information.

Australia announces major change in its visa rules for foreign students

Home minister says secondary applicants – such as partners and children – will no longer be allowed on most student visas

Buckingham Palace responds to claims made in new Earl Spencer memoir

Police commissioner axes ‘ridiculous’ nationwide theatre tour

Court battle looms for Socceroos star after drug test

Cristian Volpato is set for a court battle as the Socceroos star's lawyer confirms he will challenge charges that he was driving with cocaine in his system.

Minnesota residents saved river valley in 1976; Refuge now protects 15,000 acres

How much energy bills could rise by in 2027 – what we know

Killer who gunned down famed Elvis impersonator set to be executed tonight

Alabama is set to execute a man with a chemical injection, months after a judge blocked the state from putting him to death with nitrogen gas

Lim Tean’s bailor Leong Sze Hian forfeits S$45,000 after lawyer allegedly absconds to Malaysia

"I had no reason to believe that he was going to run away," said Mr Leong Sze Hian.

‘Great Authority On Global Stage’: Putin Wishes PM Modi On Birthday, Praises His ‘Political Wisdom And Foresight’

Vladimir Putin thanked PM Modi for the cordial welcome extended to him during his three-day visit to New Delhi to attend the BRICS Summit 2026

In 2013, St Agnes and Gugh began rat eradication; 12 yrs later, Manx shearwater sites hit record 225

A rat eradication project on St Agnes and Gugh in the Isles of Scilly began in 2013 after invasive brown rats were found to be threatening nesting seabirds. The islands have remained rat-free since the operation, while Manx shearwater breeding numbers have increased from 22 pairs before eradication to 225 apparently occupied breeding sites recorded in 2025.

Buffalo transformed a 264-acre dump in 1976; 50 years later, 260+ bird species are recorded

In 2026, Buffalo's Tifft Nature Preserve proudly commemorates its 50th anniversary, evolving from a former landfill into a 264-acre ecological haven. The tireless restoration work has resulted in stunning wetlands, lush woodlands, and diverse wildlife ecosystems. Home to 260+ bird species, the preserve encourages exploration through its accessible trails while supporting ongoing research initiatives.

US Passes Russia Sanctions Bill; 100% Tariff Threat Looms Over India & China

US Passes Russia Sanctions Bill; 100% Tariff Threat Looms Over India & China

'Space being weaponised': A purely civilian system can be 'repurposed' for military capabilities

Erin Ogunkeye is pleased to welcome Mélusine Lebret, Researcher in the Defence, Security & Justice research group at RAND Europe. According to Lebret, the growing militarisation of space cannot be understood simply by asking whether a satellite is civilian, military, or a “weaponised.” And Lebreton argues that militarization does not eliminate the necessity of cooperation. The emerging space-security order is therefore defined by an unusual tension: states may increasingly prepare to compete and potentially fight in space while remaining structurally dependent on one another to keep space usable at all.