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Child among eight killed by Israel on Gaza ‘ceasefire’ anniversary
At least 1,481 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks since last year's 'ceasefire', Gaza's Health Ministry says.
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Scientists find hidden materials that could improve batteries and solar fuels
Scientists have uncovered a hidden world of “in-between” materials that briefly form as chemical ingredients are heated, revealing structures that conventional methods can miss. Among the discoveries is a previously unknown form of bismuth vanadate, a material widely studied for using sunlight to help produce clean hydrogen. The new version has a different atomic structure and interacts with light in a strikingly different way, potentially opening new possibilities for solar fuels, catalysts, and electronics.
Business
The wildlife winners set to appear on your banknotes revealed
The decision comes after nearly half a million people voted on a shortlist of 18 creatures.
World
French parents join school protests to support and protect their children
Widespread protests swept across France on Tuesday over anger at the state of the country's school system. The police responded with tear gas and water canons when some on the fringes of the marches turned violent. Among the demonstrators were parents who came to march alongside their children to support their cause – and, for some, to ensure their children could protest safely. After several teenagers were injured, they feared further clashes.
Entertainment
Noel Gallagher and Susan Sarandon among celebrities to sign Drumcree march letter
The letter, addressed to NI Secretary Sir Chris Bryant, calls on an international mediator to be appointed to find a resolution to the parade dispute.
World
Cancer cases rising among young people, research finds
New major research has found that cases of several different types of cancer have risen sharply among young people in England, the United States, and the Netherlands. Researchers are not exactly sure why there has been such an increase, but say it could be linked to a growing rate of obesity, poor diets and a lack of exercise.
Business
Cramer says these blue-chip stocks are among the best ways to invest in the AI boom
Jim Cramer said established tech giants with strong businesses and multiple ways to benefit from AI are some of the best places to invest in the boom.
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Trump's deportation push sees LGBT migrants sent to hostile countries
Donald Trump's immigration crackdown has led to a controversial practice: deporting tens of thousands of asylum seekers to third countries. Among the most vulnerable are LGBT migrants, who are being sent to African countries where homosexuality is a crime. Maya-Anaïs Yataghène has the story.
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Lego fraudster among last year's most high-profile insurance scammers
The person was sentenced to 28 months in prison after an investigation found the claims were made up, the insurance trade body, the ABI said.
Politics
Trump’s approval hits new low among Hispanic voters ahead of midterms
Hispanic voters are twice as likely to favour Democratic Party over Trump's Republican Party in the November elections.
Politics
Tensions exposed among Greens by 'Zionism is racism' conference vote
What may be troubling for the Greens institutionally is what this episode reveals about some of the dynamics in the party.
Entertainment
Jackie Chan, Anil Kapoor Films Among 335 National Winners at Asian Academy Creative Awards
Films fronted by Jackie Chan and Anil Kapoor are among the 335 national winners named by the Asian Academy Creative Awards. “The Shadow’s Edge” won Best Feature Film for Chinese Mainland, and “Subedaar” won it for India. The winners come from 18 nations and territories and span 39 categories. They now move on to the […]
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A blessing or a curse? New Caledonia's dwindling nickel industry
This Thursday October 1, the French government is holding a summit aimed at attracting investors and revitalising wealth creation in France's overseas territories. Among the assets Paris wants to highlight is New Caledonian nickel. But the industry has been severely weakened by the political deadlock and tensions that have rocked the archipelago in recent years.
Politics
Brexit referendum 'possible' in Labour election manifesto, says Burnham
The PM says a referendum wouldn't be the right thing now but the UK needs to consider its options for the future.
Politics
French civil servants strike, demand additional budgetary resources
French civil servants were mobilising in large numbers on Tuesday, with more than 170 rallies planned across France. A coalition of unions are demanding additional budgetary resources for schools, hospitals, and other public services. Among those on strike are firefighters, pushed to their limits by the summer's historic wildfires. Here's a look at one of the protests in Lyon.
Business
Zuckerberg, Amodei among tech executives set to meet Trump Tuesday
The AI safety debate has raged in recent weeks, with Amodei, Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman calling to pace the development of frontier models.
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World
Child among three killed off French coast in Channel crossing attempt
France's maritime police said they received a distress call from an inflatable dinghy carrying 105 people.
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Taylor Swift and Charli XCX among stars to light up VMAs red carpet
Celebrities posed for the cameras ahead of the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles.
World
Four American tourists among 6 killed in suspected gas leak blast in Athens
Two women reportedly injured after building collapse in Athens' historic Plaka district.
Sports
Transfer windows & drones among ideas to boost cycling
A new report from cycling's world governing body proposes a series of changes to boost the sport - and improve safety.