Trump’s Georgia Lawyer Has Been Quiet. That May Soon Change.


By Richard Fausset from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/uLvC5ad

Two men guilty of radio DJ kidnap killing

Mehmet Koray Alpergin was killed in an empty bar near Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on 13 October 2022.

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UK's human-rights watchdog at risk of UN downgrade

The body that accredits human-rights watchdogs is to conduct a "special review" of UK commission.

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Covid inquiry: Michael Gove defends Boris Johnson over lockdown decision-making

But the minister apologises for the government's "errors" during the pandemic at the Covid inquiry.

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End of the line? Harry Potter train waits for ruling on Hogwarts route

The iconic steam journey from Fort William to Mallaig could hit the buffers if a judicial review fails.

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Mansfield: Arrest as 'mystery' market chocolate makes children ill

A family says the unlabelled chocolate left four children hallucinating and feeling "spaced out".

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On a Single Day, Two Men Are Cleared in Decades-Old Manhattan Murders


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How Hamas built a force to attack Israel on 7 October

BBC Arabic and BBC Verify have pieced together how armed groups came together to train for the assault.

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Excluding us from meetings harmed Covid response, mayors tell inquiry

Repeated requests to join meetings in early 2020 were refused, London and Greater Manchester mayors say.

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Prime Minister Netanyahu Visits Israeli Troops in Gaza


By Isabel Kershner from NYT World https://ift.tt/mA1wJTi

Israel-Gaza: Four-year-old girl among released hostages

Avigail Idan, who turned four while she was held hostage by Hamas, was among nine children released.

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American Girl Among Hostages Released on Sunday, Biden Says


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Ex-policeman Derek Chauvin stable after prison stabbing

The ex-police officer who murdered George Floyd in Minneapolis is reported to be in a stable condition.

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The Big Number: $985


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North Wales crash teen was most precious soul - mother

The mum of Harvey Owen, killed alongside his three friends, says she cannot accept she won't hold him again.

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What is behind Alex Salmond's new legal fight with the Scottish government?

The ex-first minister is believed to be seeking damages of up to £3m over events which go back five years.

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Laurence Fox in libel battle over Twitter row

The actor was described in court as "an intelligent racist with an agenda" as a libel trial began.

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Crunch time for cookie use, watchdog warns

Some big websites have been given 30 days to make it easier for users to reject cookies.

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Swindon woman living in shocking mould rescued by community

The house is now being refurbished thanks to local tradespeople who offered their services for free.

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Michael Sheen to play Prince Andrew in Amazon series

Ruth Wilson will play Emily Maitlis in a three-part drama about her 2019 interview with the prince.

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PM defends 'severe' Just Stop Oil sentences

One activist was jailed for two years and another for three after scaling Dartford Crossing bridge.

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'We've halved inflation' and other claims by the PM checked

Looking into some of the claims made in the prime minister's speech on the UK economy.

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Man Utd 1-3 Man City: Visitors win Manchester derby to boost WSL title hopes

Manchester City bounce back from successive defeats to beat rivals Manchester United at Old Trafford and put their Women's Super League title challenge back on track.

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Taylor Swift appears out of breath at Rio concert

Video showed the singer gasping for air in between songs during her performance in the stifling heat.

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Xabi Alonso Isn’t Coming to Save Your Team. Not Yet.


By Rory Smith from NYT World https://ift.tt/uPjCc3t

The Beatles' hits albums denied number one (again)

The Fab Four's hopes of correcting a historic blip in their chart record are dashed by Taylor Swift.

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Sally Darr, Formidable Chef of ’80s-Era French Bistro, Dies at 100


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Sunak says climbing war memorial an 'affront'

The government says it will look at new measures for police to stop protesters climbing war memorials.

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Historic Fury-Usyk fight to take place in February in Saudi Arabia

Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk will contest the undisputed heavyweight title on 17 February in Saudi Arabia.

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Aria Awards: Troye Sivan wins big and Kylie Minogue wins with Padam Padam

Kylie Minogue wins with Padam Padam at the Aria Awards, while Troye Sivan takes home four awards.

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Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder to fight on same card in Saudi Arabia

Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder will fight separate opponents on the same night as part of a stacked card on 23 December in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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Chelsea could face scrutiny over alleged payments connected to former owner Roman Abramovich

Chelsea could face further scrutiny from football's authorities over reports of payments connected to the club's former owner Roman Abramovich.

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ICC Cricket World Cup highlights: Virat Kohli and Mohammed Shami lead India to World Cup final

Virat Kohli hits a record-breaking century and Mohammed Shami claims 7-57 to help India book their place in the Cricket World Cup final after a 70-run victory over New Zealand in Mumbai.

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Sunak, Take 3: Why Britain’s leader is on His 3rd Political Makeover


By Mark Landler and Stephen Castle from NYT World https://ift.tt/KktWu4A

BBC evacuated from Icelandic volcano town

Correspondent Jessica Parker was evacuated from Grindavik alongside the town's residents.

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When a Seat in the Theater Means a Seat in the Salon


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British-Palestinians ask PM for urgent meeting over Gaza

A group accuses the government of "double standards" in its handling of Palestinians in the UK.

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Avon to open physical shops in the UK for the first time

The beauty brand made famous by its door-to-door sales slogan "Ding dong, Avon calling!" is changing tack.

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Iran and Saudi Arabia, regional rivals, call for Gaza cease-fire at summit.


By Ahmed Al Omran and Yara Bayoumy from NYT World https://ift.tt/v17CQui

Iran’s president visits Saudi Arabia for the first time since the two mended ties.


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Luis Díaz's father speaks for first time since kidnap

The Liverpool FC footballer's father spoke of his plight after being held by Colombian guerrillas.

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International mafia bust shows US-Italy crime links still strong

While decades of prosecutions weakened the US and Italian mafia, transatlantic relations remain strong.

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Curtains Down, Bottoms Up: When the Show Ends, the Night’s Just Getting Started


By Alexis Soloski from NYT Theater https://ift.tt/UBGOAns

Family of Elianne Andam say they are 'broken' by her killing

Speaking to the BBC before Elianne's funeral, they said she will "forever remain in our hearts".

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Rishi Sunak under pressure from ministers to raise housing benefit

Michael Gove and Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride are backing calls for more cash to help renters.

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Komfo Anokye kola tree: Ghana outrage after 300-year-old tree felled

The famous tree dates back to 17th Century Ghana and was reportedly planted by a renowned priest.

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Can’t Make the Concert? Livestreamers Are Coming to the Rescue.


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HSBC scraps Welsh language phone line

The bank announces customers will only be able to contact it in English from the new year.

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Portuguese PM António Costa resigns over lithium deal probe

António Costa says he handed in his resignation during a meeting with the Portuguese president.

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South Africa crime: Thieves put gun to Transport Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga's head

Even for a country where crime levels are high, an armed attack on a cabinet member is rare.

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Inside the Courtroom at Trump’s Fraud Trial


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Narges Mohammadi: Jailed Iranian Nobel laureate begins hunger strike

Narges Mohammadi is being denied medical care in jail for refusing to wear a hijab, her family says.

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Ronnie Corbett's widow, musical star Anne Hart, dies aged 90

The 90-year-old's family said she had died peacefully in the early hours of Sunday at their home in Scotland.

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Garth Barfoot, 87, Is the Oldest Runner in the New York City Marathon


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Indi Gregory: Family of ill baby will still fight, grandma says

Indi Gregory is currently receiving round-the-clock care for her condition, which the NHS says is incurable.

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The Best of Late Night This Week


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Four things we learned from Trump sons’ fraud trial testimony

Eric and Donald Trump Jr tried to shift blame, while their lawyers feuded with the New York judge.

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Lady Leshurr says her career is ruined following assault case

The 35-year-old speaks out after being acquitted of assaulting her former girlfriend last year.

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Rishi Sunak: AI firms cannot 'mark their own homework'

Governments must act to protect citizens from potential AI risks, prime minister tells the BBC.

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Ukraine war: Russia hits most settlements in one day, says Kyiv

Some 118 towns and villages were struck in 24 hours, the most this year, Kyiv's interior minister says.

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Watch: On-the-run man crashes speeding car into shop

The 31-year-old was clocked driving at 78mph in a 30mph zone before the crash in Swindon.

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The court’s decision has heavy symbolic meaning, even if it may have little practical impact.

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