Nigerian pilot tests positive for alcohol after plane veered off runway
The 64-year-old has been sacked, although all the passengers were unharmed. Read More
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As Russian army inches closer, Ukrainians must decide to stay or go
In Bilozerske, eastern Ukraine, people must make the agonising decision to flee or risk staying. Read More
UK says ‘great news’ British national freed in Belarus release deal
Julia Fenner was given a long jail term after being detained while entering Belarus in March 2024. Read More
US joins UN Security Council condemnation of Israeli strikes on Qatar
The US traditionally blocks actions against its close ally Israel at the United Nations. Read More
Japan sets record of nearly 100,000 people aged over 100
The number of Japanese centenarians rose to 99,763 in September, with women making up 88% of the total. Read More
Dutch broadcaster says it will join Eurovision boycott over Israel
The Netherlands follows Ireland in saying it can “no longer justify Israel’s inclusion” in the event. Read More
Ukraine strikes key Russian oil terminal in massive drone attack
The overnight attack is the largest since May, but follows much larger bombardments from Russia. Read More
Schools shut in two Dutch towns over youth violence and abuse videos
All five secondary schools in Beverwijk and Heemskerk are closed in a bid to restore calm. Read More
It’s taken three years to recover from China hack, election watchdog says
In the first interview about the hack, the commission’s new boss admits that huge mistakes were made, but says the organisation is now secure. Read More
This $100 Chromebook Is Your Budget Laptop Solution
With fast boot times, Chrome OS, and all-day battery life, this compact Chromebook is built for work or play.