The Guardian

Molly Ticehurst’s father tells DV murderer he hopes daughter’s screams will haunt him forever

Tony Ticehurst confronts Daniel Billings during sentence hearing in regional NSW, stating: ‘When she died, part of me died with her’Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe family of Molly Ticehurst, who was murdered by her abusive ex-boyfriend Daniel Billings in her home in central western New South Wales in 2024, has come face-to-face with her killer.Tony Ticehurst on Thursday described his 28-year-old daughter as big-

general  Sep 3, 2026

WSJ World News

Chinese Warships Are Cruising Too Close for Comfort Off Japan’s Shores

“It’s a provocation for sure” as Japan faces its most severe security environment since World War II.

general  Sep 3, 2026

WSJ World News

Hegseth Extends Mideast Deployments Into 2027, Escalating Strain on Troops

The move is part of an open-ended military strategy designed to give President Trump options in the Iran war.

general  Sep 3, 2026

BBC World

'The crowd shouted that we'd stolen someone's genitals' - deadly rumours spread on social media

More than 80 people have been killed in the mob violence, the BBC finds after gathering data from six African nations.

general  Sep 3, 2026

BBC World

Why Nepal floods should worry India

The disaster comes as a warning as climate change raises shared Himalayan risks.

general  Sep 3, 2026

BBC World

Chasing a perfect sleep score? You could be making it worse

The things you're doing to make your sleep better could actually be making your sleep worse.

general  Sep 3, 2026

BBC World

Sydney police investigate second possible mistaken identity killing in two days

Wednesday's fatal shooting of a man in his 40s comes after a university student was gunned down on Tuesday.

general  Sep 3, 2026

Washington Post World

Maduro seeks to fend off narco-terrorism trial, arguing he has immunity

Deposed Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro launched a sweeping attack on the U.S. criminal case against him, urging a judge to dismiss the charges as an an unlawful effort to prosecute a foreign head of state.

general  Sep 3, 2026

BBC World

Sharpeville massacre survivors start legal fight for justice in South Africa

At least 69 people were shot dead in 1960 but no-one has been prosecuted and victims want restitution.

general  Sep 3, 2026

The Guardian

Teenager charged after ‘near-complete amputation’ of boy’s hand in Sydney

NSW police called to Redfern on Wednesday night found a 17-year-old with a partially severed handFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA teenage boy will face court today after a “near-complete amputation” of a boy’s hand during an alleged assault in Sydney on Wednesday night.New South Wales police were called to Redfern about 6pm last night and found a 17-year-old with a partially severed hand. Continue reading...

general  Sep 3, 2026

BBC World

Who is Alejandro Betancourt, colourful oil baron behind US-Venezuela oil deal?

The 46-year-old figure of international intrigue has an apparent knack for being in the right place at the right time.

general  Sep 2, 2026

The Guardian

Dutch central bank moves 86 tonnes of gold to UK from US and Canada, citing ‘geopolitical unrest’

Bank says gold reserves held in London could be traded more easily and the move will allow it to respond more rapidly in a ‘crisis situation’The Dutch central bank says it has moved 86 tonnes of its gold reserves out of the US and Canada to London, citing “increasing geopolitical unrest”.De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) said gold reserves held in London could be traded more easily than those held in New York and Ottawa. Continue reading...

general  Sep 2, 2026

BBC World

Rocky Horror star Tim Curry's cause of death revealed as coronary artery disease

The British actor had significant conditions, cited on his death certificate in Los Angeles County.

general  Sep 2, 2026

NY Times World

In Small Iranian Town, a U.S. Attack Turns a Wedding Into a Tragedy

The bomb that hit the residential area was American, according to a weapons expert and a visual analysis by The Times. It killed five people and wounded 67 others, the Iranian authorities said.

general  Sep 2, 2026

BBC World

'I don't even like them': How much should you give to office gift collections?

Office whip-rounds are a staple of working life but they can raise a lot of awkward questions.

general  Sep 2, 2026

The Guardian

China’s falling emissions amid Iran war spark hope of decarbonisation watershed

Oil consumption plummets and EV sales soar as analysts say demand may not fully return even if crude price fallsChina’s carbon dioxide emissions fell by 1% after the outbreak of the US-Israeli war on Iran, thanks to a sharp reduction in oil consumption and a steady rise in the use of electric vehicles and public transport, analysis shows.The report reveals the role of clean energy in cushioning the price shocks caused by the strait of Hormuz crisis to the world’s biggest oil importer. It also re

general  Sep 2, 2026

The Guardian

Several victims, including two police officers, injured at shooting in downtown Minneapolis

The city’s police department warns the public to stay away from the Minneapolis convention center Multiple people, including two police officers, were injured in a shooting in downtown Minneapolis on Wednesday afternoon, officials said.The Minneapolis police department warned the public to stay away from the area. Continue reading...

general  Sep 2, 2026

The Guardian

Epstein survivors urge billionaire Leon Black to cooperate with House panel

Black called on to comply with subpoenas and appear as required to clarify connections to convicted sex offenderMore than a dozen survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse have called on billionaire Leon Black to appear before the House oversight committee in order to clarify his connections to the late disgraced financier and convicted sex offender.In a letter released on Wednesday, the survivors urged Black to comply with congressional subpoenas ahead of Thursday’s deposition before the House overs

general  Sep 2, 2026

WSJ World News

Why Washington’s ‘Economic D-Day’ Against Iran Faces Steep Odds

Russia, North Korea, Cuba and Venezuela have all deployed repression and myriad sanctions-busting tools to resist even heavy Western pressure.

general  Sep 2, 2026

WSJ World News

Plane Carrying Homeland Security Chief Markwayne Mullin Makes Emergency Landing

The Coast Guard plane landed at a Washington airport after one of its engines failed.

general  Sep 2, 2026