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Crypto mogul eats banana artwork he bought for $6.2 million
Crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun eats $6.2M banana art in Hong Kong, calling it "better than other bananas."
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Israeli attack kills three Palestinians, injures 9 in north Gaza
Previously, Israeli military attacks killed at least 26 Palestinians across Gaza on November 28.
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Vito the Pug wins big at 2024 National Dog Show, making breed history
Vito the Pug makes history as first from his breed to win best in show at 2024 National Dog Show
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Pro-Palestinian protests target London government offices
Demonstrators accuse the UK govt of complicity in Gaza violence, calling for a full arms embargo
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Landmark vote on assisted dying set to test UK lawmakers
If approved, assisted dying law would be one of Britain’s most significant social reforms in decades
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Southern Lebanon sees renewed violence despite ceasefire deal
Hezbollah and Lebanese army accuse Israel of violations as curfews and airstrikes grip southern Lebanon
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In Lebanon's Tyre residents find no water
Tyre's families return home after an Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire, only to find their city in ruins.
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Syria battles leave 200 dead
Jihadist forces cut the Damascus-Aleppo highway, killing 200, as Russian airstrikes target civilians in northern Syria
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South Asian migrant trafficking ring smashed
French police bust migrant trafficking ring, arrest 26, seize 11 million euros in illegal profits.
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Six children among 12 killed in Sri Lanka
Six children drown in Sri Lanka floods, bringing death toll to 12, as storm heads towards India.
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Iran says may end nuclear arms ban
Tehran warns West against reimposing sanctions
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Indonesia landslide death toll rises to 27
Death toll from flooding and landslides in western Indonesia rises to 27 with several victims trapped in a tourist bus
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Australia passes landmark social media ban for under 16s
Australia passes tough rules banning under 16s from social media, despite objections from firms and teens.
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Putin threatens Kyiv with new hypersonic missile
Ukraine's energy grid pummeled in barrage of missiles, drones attack
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Recount order as Romania election thrown into chaos
Romania's presidential election faces chaos with a recount ordered and cyberattacks allegedly swaying the vote.
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China discovers world’s largest underground gold deposit worth over $80bn
China unveils the world’s largest gold deposit worth $80 billion, signaling global economic implications.
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Israeli airstrikes kill at least 26 Palestinians as military intensifies Gaza incursion
Escalation comes a day after Israel and Hezbollah began a ceasefire in Lebanon
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Severe snowstorm in South Korea results in three deaths, travel disruptions
Second day of snow came after Seoul recorded its heaviest November snowfall since records began over a century ago
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France busts South Asian migrant trafficking ring, arrests 26 and seizes $12m
Traffickers suspected to have smuggled several thousand people from India, Sri Lanka and Nepal since September 2021
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China suspends top military official amid anti-corruption investigation
Suspended Admiral Miao, served on the ruling Central Military Commission, highest-level military command body
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Boycott calls grow over Arla’s Bovaer feed trial for dairy cows
Arla Foods faces backlash after launching controversial Bovaer feed trial for methane reduction in dairy cows.
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Russian airstrikes on Ukraine revenge for Kyiv’s use of US missiles, says Putin
Putin further id that Russia may use its new Oreshnik hypersonic missile to attack "decision-making centres" in Kyiv
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Britain commits $2.5b to World Bank fund for poorest nations
Investment will fund projects promoting economic growth, tackling poverty and addressing the impacts of climate change
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Trump's tariff threat: Canada, Mexico oil prices set to drop, shift to Asia
Canada and Mexico are the top two petroleum exporters to the US, contributing 52% and 11% of its gross imports
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Walmart ordered to pay $35 million to truck driver after false fraud accusation
A jury awarded Walmart’s former truck driver $35 million in damages after he was wrongfully accused of fraud.
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Australia passes law banning social media for children under 16
The law compels tech giants like Meta and TikTok to prevent minors from logging in or face fines up to A$49.5M
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Indian pilot dies by suicide in Mumbai, boyfriend held over harassment allegations
Family alleges financial exploitation and harassment drove Air India pilot to take her own life.
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Malaysia floods displace over 37,000, Kelantan state hit the worst
PM Shehbaz extends support to Malaysia, reaffirming long-standing ties and cooperation in times of crisis.
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Mishal Husain steps down from BBC’s 'Today' programme
BBC presenter Mishal Husain reflects on ‘memorable moments’ as she announces departure for Bloomberg.
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Explosion reported in Indian capital New Delhi
Explosion in Delhi during Kejriwal’s press conference, as he calls the city 'the most unsafe'.
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Masato Kanda elected as 11th president of ADB
He serves as Special Advisor to Japan’s PM but will assume office on February 24, 2025, succeeding Masatsugu Asakawa
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What retail and grocery stores are open on Thanksgiving Day 2024?
A list of US stores open and closed on Thanksgiving 2024, including grocery, retail, and convenience options.
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TikTok to ban teenagers from using beauty filters
Filters like “Bold Glamour” that smooth skin, reshape features, and blur reality will soon be blocked for teens.
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Nuclear threat unlikely as US eases weapon restrictions for Ukraine
US intelligence downplays nuclear escalation risks, noting Russia’s preference for covert retaliation measures
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Hopes dim for rapid end to Gaza conflict
Israel remains resolute in Gaza, aiming for Hamas's eradication despite Lebanon's peace agreement progress
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Russia warns West against arming Ukraine with nukes
Moscow says such a 'suicidal' step will be 'absolute insanity'
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Iran 'reserves right to react' to Israel strikes
Araghchi says 'it depends on behaviour of Israel' whether ceasefire between Israel, Hezbollah leads to easing tensions
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William Hague elected new Oxford chancellor
Career politician and member of House of Lords who graduated from Oxford in 1982 will now lead prestigious university
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Lawmakers disrupt Lok Sabha proceeding
Adani issue dominates as opposition demands discussion
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Pakistan, Qatar discuss legal cooperation
Meeting held on sidelines of Second Ministerial Meeting of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Authorities of OIC in Doha
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Shaky truce between Israel, Hezbollah begins
Israeli military asks people not to return to border areas yet
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Putin visits Kazakhstan to strengthen energy, industrial ties
Russia’s state nuclear corporation Rosatom, is already involved in many projects in Kazakhstan
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Anneke Lucas reveals childhood abuse by David Rockefeller and Pierre Trudeau
Human trafficking survivor Anneke Lucas alleges she was exploited by David Rockefeller and abused by Pierre Trudeau.
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Israel to appeal ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant
It also asked the court to suspend the warrants pending the outcome of the appeal
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Threats and bomb alerts target members of Trump's incoming administration
Cabinet nominees and appointees targeted by violent threats, says transition team spokesperson Karoline Leavitt
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Winter weather advisories issued as 80 million Americans prepare for thanksgiving travel
Multiple states and territories have been warned about severe weather that could impact both road and air travel
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Hal Lindsey, author of ‘The Late Great Planet Earth’, dies at 95
Hal Lindsey, whose apocalyptic books shaped Christian theology and popularized end times prophecy, passed away at 95.
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Hamas signals willingness for ceasefire in Gaza after Lebanon
Turkey says ready to help in Gaza ceasefire while Iran welcomes Lebanon truce imposed recently