Israel says two hostages freed in Rafah as strikes reported
Israeli military says two hostages rescued in Rafah, as heavy strikes reported in southern Gazan city
2024
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Rwanda plan flawed at core, says cross-party report
1 hour ago About sharing By Dominic Casciani Home and legal correspondent A key parliamentary committee says the government’s plan to send some asylum seekers to Rwanda is “fundamentally incompatible” with the UK’s human rights safeguards. The Joint Committee on Human Rights said the legislation jeopardised the UK’s international reputation. The bill will be debated…
Marathon world record holder dies in Kenya crash
1 hour ago About sharing Kelvin Kiptum broke Eliud Kipchoge’s world record in Chicago last October By Celestine Karoney BBC Sport Africa, Nairobi The men’s marathon world record holder, Kenya’s Kelvin Kiptum, 24, has died in a road accident in his home country. He was killed alongside his coach, Rwanda’s Gervais Hakizimana, in a car…
Water company bosses could see bonuses stopped over sewage spills
1 hour ago About sharing By Lucy Hooker Business reporter, BBC News Executives at water companies could lose their bonuses in future if the firm they run causes environmental damage, like letting illegal sewage spills pollute a beach or river. Environment Secretary Stephen Barclay said it was time water company bosses “took responsibility”. Campaigners and…
HMS Prince of Wales fails to depart for Nato exercises
HMS Prince of Wales was due to replace HMS Queen Elizabeth which broke down just before departure.
Biden says Israel needs civilian safety plan in Rafah
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Brianna Ghey: Vigil marks one year since teen’s murder
The mother of the murdered teenager describes her as “unique and joyful” to the crowds who attended.
Rochdale: Four boys aged 12-14 arrested on suspicion of rape
The boys, aged 12, 13, 14, and 14, remain in police custody after being arrested in Rochdale.
Nato chief says Donald Trump comments ‘undermine all of our security’
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Pakistan election: Final results give Khan-backed candidates lead
2 hours ago About sharing Some demonstrators supporting Imran Khan have gathered in the city of Rawalpindi By Lipika Pelham & Carrie Davies, Pakistan correspondent BBC News The final results in Pakistan’s general election have put independent candidates backed by jailed ex-PM Imran Khan’s PTI party in the lead. Independents won 101 of the National…