Australia-first laws provide a third legal option other than burial and cremation for the treatment of bodiesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastSeveral New South Wales MPs say they want their own bodies turned into “human compost” after Australian-first laws were passed allowing the unusual practice.The laws, passed on Wednesday, provide a third legal option other than burial and cremation for the treatment of bodies. Continue reading...
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday that Ukraine supported a US proposal for three-way talks with Russia and the United States at the level of negotiators to be held as soon as possible, preferably no later than early November. Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Grégoire Roos, Director of the Europe, Russia and Eurasia Programme at Chatham House, says that "it's not clear whether Putin would meet Trump and Zelensky", adding that "meeting Zelensky is the last thing that Putin would be prepared to do".
The wife of a diplomat based in Abuja travelled to Kampala for a vacation.
Donald Trump and his inner circle are using unrest in France to push unsubstantiated claims blaming the riots on immigration, even showing French protest footage at midterm rallies. But there is no evidence linking immigration to the unrest, and it's prompted French President Emmanuel Macron to accuse world leaders of making “stupid comments” at France’s expense. Trump’s focus comes as Republicans face mounting pressure ahead of the midterms and his approval rating hits a reported record low.
The death toll from a drone strike Monday on a market in an area disputed between Sudan and South Sudan has risen to 153 and is likely even higher, a local official told AFP on Wednesday. Authorities in Abyei district said the strike on the Amiet market involved the use of multiple munitions and was carried out by the Sudanese army. FRANCE 24's Mark Owen speaks with Jan Pospisil, Sudan Affairs Analyst at the Peace and Conflict Resolution Evidence Platform. He says that for a long time the Sudanese army has tried "to portray a picture internationally that they are humane, whereas RSF is committing atrocities. Here we see very clearly that there is not much difference between these two".
William Contreras at +650 leads the World Series MVP picks as the Milwaukee Brewers face the Tampa Bay Rays with series odds favoring Milwaukee.
Two top leaders of India’s Cockroach Party, Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das, have been released after a week in jail.
Trail cam footage captures a spike buck lunging at a bigger buck during rutting season, only to be ragdolled and tossed in the air in seconds.
Olfa Hamdi, a US-Tunisian national, was convicted of 'plotting' and 'inciting' military to disobey orders.
James Talarico says Republican extremism forced him to address trans issues and gender debates he never intended to discuss in the Texas Legislature.
Brian Kelly says Steve Sarkisian, not Arch Manning, bears responsibility for the Texas Longhorns' offensive struggles in Austin this season.
The fine is the largest to date against Facebook's owner, larger than an $18bn deal with California.
Minnesota Timberwolves and Miami Heat clash on ESPN with LaMelo Ball, Giannis Antetokounmpo headlining revamped rosters in a marquee NBA matchup.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signalled Moscow is willing in principle to resume talks with Ukraine and the US.
CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz travels the nation in a new film revealing how fraudsters allegedly exploit Medicare, Medicaid and hospice care.
The NFL’s Steelers and Saints will play in Paris on Sunday despite the riots.
Tehran had 'nothing new' to tell Washington after latest nuclear proposals reportedly offered by mediators.
Marine Le Pen is set to officially launch her presidential campaign this weekend at the National Rally two-day party congress in Orléans. The latest Ifop poll, carried out in the wake of the mass protests and riots in France, suggests the far right leader would win the first round of the presidential election by a wide margin, and far-left candidate Jean-Luc Melenchon emerged as her most likely opponent in the runoff. FRANCE 24's Emerald Maxwell reports.
Incumbent Mike Lawler is fending off a challenge from Democrat Cait Conley in state’s 17th congressional districtUS politics live – latest updatesElon Musk’s Super Pac has spent more than $500,000 in New York’s highly competitive 17th congressional district race to help Mike Lawler, the Republican incumbent, hold on to his seat.Lawler, a moderate Republican, is fending off a challenge from Democrat Cait Conley in Hudson Valley. It is among the most-watched races that could determine whether Republicans hold on to their majority in Congress. Continue reading...
US President Donald Trump's pivot away from Ukraine has triggered fresh questions about his attachment to Russian leader Vladimir Putin, the man a top American envoy flattered on Wednesday as a "humanitarian. Trump has cast his dealings with Putin as part of a mega-deal that has secured the release of American detainee Stephen Hubbard -- and which Trump says will end Russia's war on Ukraine. FRANCE 24's Gulliver Cragg reports from Kharkiv.
Palestinian farmers are still being blocked from accessing their olive groves by Israeli settlers and the military
Nice mayor accused Victor Wembanyama of encouraging French riots after the NBA star voiced support for the growing protest movement in France.
Teachers joined nationwide student protests amid growing youth-led demonstrations in Europe.
A relative of murdered mother Shiri Bibas and her sons Kfir and Ariel is pressing the ICC to act against Iranian leaders after the family’s devastating losses in the Oct. 7 attacks.
Al Jazeera’s Osama Bin Javaid reports on the ‘Badr’ Memorandum of Understanding.
Dozens of leading figures term the UK law banning Palestine Action a ‘repressive absurdity’.
Safari's Notify Me feature and Google's price-tracking tools can monitor products and send alerts when prices drop on your iPhone or Android.
A mass funeral has been held in southern Yemen for 75 recruits killed in a Houthi missile strike on a training camp.
Hal Steinbrenner blamed Yankees players for the offense's postseason failures as the championship drought ties a century-old franchise record.
Israeli forces are raiding Palestinian homes in the occupied West Bank and turning them into interrogation centres.
The Jacksonville Jaguars' 904Ever Club lets fans store their ashes inside the renovated EverBank Stadium memorial for up to $5,904 a package.
Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were accused of breaking into an unauthorised protest venue in Delhi.
Trump rally attendees in North Carolina say rising gas prices are worth it if the Iran war stops a nuclear weapon from threatening future generations.
Critics have accused the tech giant Meta of censoring the political campaign of President Lula and favouring Bolsonaro.
Jack Ross was filmed allegedly discussing with an undercover reporter violent options to deal with enemiesA former Conservative election candidate has been suspended from the party after he was seemingly filmed discussing the cost of hiring contract killers and offering to “broker” the services of a far-right activist with alleged paramilitary links.Jack Ross was filmed apparently asking an undercover reporter “What do you want done?” before listing the type of violent options that could be bought. Continue reading...
Relatives recount distress and loneliness their loved ones went through in pandemic as a result of isolation policy“At the time it felt like a devil’s bargain – it was horrible, but it was what [we thought] we had to do to keep people safe,” says Amy of the “devastating” and “terrifying” restrictions that led to her maternal grandparents being locked down in separate care homes during the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic.Eva and Eric had been married for more than 60 years when her dementia and his increased frailty meant they needed separate residential support. When the first lockdown was announced in March 2020, however, it in effect cut them off from each other and their granddaughter, to whom they had been especially close after the early death of Amy’s mother. Continue reading...
Locals describe the MP, who had to have both legs amputated, as a genuinely kind person who fought for the community.
Raúl Castro faces a Florida arrest warrant for conspiracy in the 1996 Brothers to the Rescue aircraft shootdown that killed four unarmed civilians.
The Department of Justice accuses Jennifer Gonzalez of earning $6 million by arranging sham marriages for green cards over a decade in Massachusetts.
New Mexico lawsuit claims ‘in exchange for furthering Epstein’s criminal project, his associates received generous salaries’The attorney general of New Mexico on Wednesday filed a civil lawsuit against Jeffrey Epstein’s longtime attorney, Darren Indyke, and Epstein’s longtime accountant, Richard Kahn, accusing them of having “facilitated and concealed” Epstein’s crimes, and is seeking to stop them from being paid by Epstein’s estate while the litigation plays out.The lawsuit, filed in the US district court for the district of New Mexico, names Kahn and Indyke as defendants both in their individual capacity, and in their capacity as co-executors of Epstein’s estate. The complaint also names the Epstein’s estate, and the 1953 Trust, which holds the estate’s assets. Continue reading...
US photojournalist describes ‘protective shield’, vows to return to work in West Bank and criticises Netanyahu comments on incidentThe Washington Post photojournalist who was attacked and seriously injured by Israeli settlers on the West Bank on Friday has described how she was saved with the help of local Palestinians.Heidi Levine sustained four fractured vertebrae, two broken ribs and four puncture wounds when she was knocked to the ground and repeatedly beaten by a crowd of masked settlers while she and other journalists were covering the olive harvest in the Palestinian village of Abu Falah, north of Ramallah. Continue reading...
Steve Witkoff’s flattery of the Russian leader could be just the start of a mendacious stratagem from a US president who says Moscow ‘has been fine on Ukraine’They say the first casualty of war is truth. For the Trump administration, the road to peace with Russia now encompasses some extraordinary lies.Steve Witkoff delivered one as he sat down with Vladimir Putin in his native St Petersburg on Wednesday, aiming to close the deal on Russia’s land grab in Ukraine with the White House’s strategy of maximum pressure on Kyiv and saccharine flattery of the Kremlin. Continue reading...
Zach Bryan told Matthew McConaughey he drank up to 15 beers a day and was drunk when he wrote nearly every hit before a pivotal moment changed him.
Officials say the explosion released an airborne irritant that can cause burning of the eyes, nose, mouth and skinOfficials are investigating a tank explosion in Toledo, Ohio, that released a chemical into the air, causing a mass evacuation in the area.One person, a first responder, was injured and taken to the hospital, but officials believe the injuries are non-life threatening. They are also unsure about the cause of the explosion. Continue reading...
What's behind protests in Portugal?
The Republican candidate released an ad featuring his opponent's mother calling her daughter "a liar".
Marco Rubio tells OutKick the US embassy in France believes the NFL game there Sunday 'will be fine,' a message he relayed to Roger Goodell.
The Bushes could potentially influence some disaffected Republicans when it comes to next month's vote.
Yuval David warns Iran is waging an information warfare campaign on social media to undermine the U.S.-Israel alliance.
Rapper Tufawon visited a Saint-Denis high school with Greta Thunberg before urging white Americans to "raise hell" amid France's violent protests.
Almudena Garcia describes the terrifying moment a mob of rioters turned on her husband in central Paris, leaving him bloodied.
The Canadian publisher representing Thélyson Orélien on Wednesday said it had dropped the prize-nominated writer over new information indicating that he did use artificial intelligence to write his acclaimed debut.
Lindsey Vonn launched a new clothing collection during her 42nd birthday week, proving the Olympic champion and entrepreneur won't slow down.
Hepatitis B study in Guinea-Bissau that was to be funded by CDC and that drew global backlash ‘will not move forward’The US-backed hepatitis B vaccine trial in African newborns that drew global backlash was halted, the lead researcher said on Wednesday.It is “now clear” that the study “will not move forward in Guinea-Bissau”, Frederik Schaltz-Buchholzer, a Danish researcher, wrote on LinkedIn, adding, “we were not given the necessary governmental approval.” Continue reading...
Surveillance video captures the deadly road rage confrontation that left grandfather Nelson Batista dead on a Bridgeport street after a scuffle.
Wedgewood Polls said project was designed to highlight lack of scrutiny over polling sector by mainstream mediaA polling firm has admitted to using fabricated data in surveys that were picked up by national media outlets in the US, claiming the project was a “social experiment” designed to expose the lack of scrutiny over the sector.Wedgewood Polls released a statement on Tuesday on social media, after polling and election analysis site FiftyPlusOne reached out for comment on an investigation it had conducted into their surveys and data. Continue reading...
French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday paid an unannounced visit to Riyadh in a bid to underscore French support for the kingdom amid intensified attacks by Houthi rebels and an attempt to ease tensions at home by securing oil and diesel imports.
Joe Manchin called Chuck Schumer "crazy" for trying to unseat Susan Collins as he joined the Maine senator on the campaign trail in Lewiston.
Cameras reportedly set up near site for Trump’s proposed arch, Arlington Memorial Bridge and reflecting poolThe US Park Police are spending $343,000 to lease mobile surveillance cameras from a company that also supplies Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), federal contract records show. The deal comes as Donald Trump has insisted that vandals damaged the reflecting pool, one of Washington’s best-known landmarks – charges that have since been dismissed.The Department of the Interior, which oversees the Park Police, awarded the lease to the Utah-based company LiveView Technologies (LVT) on 14 September, on a fully obligated government contract that runs through the end of February. The records do not say how many camera trailers are covered. Continue reading...
French president meets Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh to discuss energy, security, and infrastructure.
Abdul El-Sayed's past support for Muslim Brotherhood protesters in Egypt faces sharp criticism from Senate Republicans on the Foreign Relations Committee.
‘I have nothing left.’ Small business owners in Paris say they are traumatised after rioters looted their shops.
J.J. McCarthy's 243-yard fourth-quarter explosion against the New Orleans Saints convinced the New York Giants to reportedly bench Jameis Winston ahead of the Houston Texans game.
The NBA has not answered OutKick’s questions about the Dream and Valkyries’ WNBA Finals anthem absences despite a rulebook requirement to stand in line.
Gavin Newsom and Bill Essayli clashed over noncitizen voting after an L.A. County official said the registrar cannot verify voter citizenship.
From fishing in Mississippi to unforgettable days on the water with Navy SEALs, Randy Houser shares why the outdoors will always be part of his life.
Jaden J Read was arrested after federal authorities say he posted threats online before president’s Wichita rallyA 24-year-old Kansas man has been arrested for allegedly threatening to shoot Donald Trump.Authorities arrested Jaden J Read, of Clearwater, Kansas, last Saturday after he allegedly posted threats to kill the US president at his rally in the Wichita area on Monday, according to the justice department. Continue reading...
French President Emmanuel Macron made a surprise stop in Riyadh to meet Saudi Crown Prince during his ongoing Gulf tour.
Inspired by protests in France and other parts of Europe, thousands of Greek students on Wednesday demonstrated around the country.
Greta Thunberg urged followers to mobilize for Paris protests days before demonstrations turned violent, joining a vast network of 54 organizations.
Met police investigating after referral from PSNI about allegation former DUP leader raped woman in 2016The Metropolitan police are investigating an allegation that the former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson raped a woman inside parliament in 2016.Scotland Yard confirmed it received a report from the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) on 13 October about an alleged rape in the Palace of Westminster involving a man now aged 63. Continue reading...
Cedar Ridge Preserve, Arbor Hills, and more hidden hiking trails near SMU Mustangs' campus make DFW a surprising fall destination for outdoors lovers.
A man and his 12-year-old nephew vanished during a fishing trip in the Sea of Cortez as Tropical Storm Rachel brought dangerous weather. Crews have been searching for them.
David Spade and Dana Carvey defend Shane Gillis after his "Saturday Night Live" monologue joke about women at the gym sparked widespread backlash.
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Person named ‘K’ from China paid five defendants to injure Huang Yi-hao, New Taipei prosecutors sayTaiwanese prosecutors have charged five men over a plot to ram a car into a comedian who made fun of the Chinese Communist party and Xi Jinping.Taiwan has repeatedly accused China of transnational repression to silence critics on the self-governed island, which Beijing claims as its territory and has vowed to take by force if necessary. Continue reading...
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Alyssa Wilson, 17, was driving to a party at city zoo when prosecutors say Willie Herndon fired a gun at her carA Texas husband and wife are facing criminal charges following the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old girl who was driving to a Halloween celebration at the St Louis zoo when gunfire struck her vehicle on a Missouri highway.St Louis county prosecutor Melissa Price Smith announced on Monday that Willie Herndon, 43, has been charged with first-degree murder and armed criminal action in connection with the death of Alyssa Wilson. His wife, 45-year-old Taiya Herndon, is also facing a charge of hindering prosecution. Continue reading...
Party had been sanctioned by Electoral Commission after failing to declare it was the publisher of campaign materialReform UK has been fined more than £2,000 for failing to declare it was the publisher of campaign material seen by voters – including an additional penalty for failing to pay on time.Nigel Farage’s party was sanctioned by the Electoral Commission after four items of elections material were missing an “imprint” – a declaration of the publisher so voters know who has paid for the promotional message. Continue reading...
Larry David's satirical DSA essay imagined relocating Israelis to a Pacific island and sending offensive comedians to sensitivity training facilities.
Follow updates, with team news, from our live text commentary stream coverage as Mbappe and Bellingham headline.
Election law expert Rick Hasen explains Trump's interference in the midterms, including threatening local officials with criminal prosecution unless they strike alleged noncitizens from voter rolls.
Al Schmidt is the chief election official in the state of Pennsylvania. President Trump's insults put him in danger during the 2020 ballot count. Now Schmidt talks about preparing for the midterms.
Follow updates on the league-phase clash, including the build-up, analysis and live text commentary of the game.
Carmelo Anthony revealed what his first priority would be as WNBA commissioner, emphasizing player protection and investment in them amid the league's record growth.
Adam Fantilli delivered a bone-crushing hit on former teammate Kirill Marchenko during his return to Columbus after the blockbuster trade request.
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The UN is warning that global commitments to cut planet-heating emissions are falling far short of the Paris climate goals of 1.5 degrees Celsius warming – and put the world on course for 2.6C warming this century. The report by the United Nations Environment Programme lays bare the chasm between rhetoric and action when it comes to tackling global warming, and the challenge before political leaders at November's COP31 climate summit - set to take place next month in Turkey. Story by Emerald Maxwell.
The announcement came after Russian President Vladimir Putin met US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff in St Petersburg.
Mike Locksley is out as Maryland football head coach after five straight losses, with Aazaar Abdul-Rahim stepping in as interim for the Terrapins.
French President Emmanuel Macron landed in Riyadh on Wednseday, adding an unscheduled stop to his ongoing tour of the Gulf region. The president's office said the visit aimed to demonstrate “France's solidarity” with Saudi Arabia in the face of attacks launched by the Houthis against its territory. Details by FRANCE 24 international affairs editor Douglas Herbert.
As Canada’s LNG exports grow, critics raise concerns over human rights abuses linked to major corporate investors.
Moscow is ready to resume trilateral US-Ukraine-Russia talks next month, the Kremlin said Wednesday after President Vladimir Putin met with US envoy Steve Witkoff in Russia. FRANCE 24's correspondent Gulliver Cragg has more.
The Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that the Trump administration has to continue providing gender-affirming care to inmates in federal prisons as litigation on efforts to change the policy continues.
The BBC speaks to several current and former Google DeepMind employees about their concerns with AI use on the battlefield.
The rise of Catalan Alliance is causing alarm among Muslims ahead of Spain's snap election in November.