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Thousands in UK sue Johnson & Johnson over talcum powder cancer risks
BBC - 16 Oct 2025 02:22
The claim involves 3,000 people and focuses on internal memos and scientific reports, seen by the BBC.
Pets on flights can be classed as baggage, top EU court rules
The Guardian - 16 Oct 2025 16:10
European court of justice asked to intervene after dog was lost on journey from Buenos Aires to BarcelonaPets on flights can be classified as baggage, the European court of justice (ECJ) has ruled, meaning airlines are n...
Trump says he authorised CIA in Venezuela as Maduro says 'no to regime change'
BBC - 16 Oct 2025 04:07
Trump would not be drawn on whether the CIA was seeking to topple Maduro.
Trump Administration Decimates Birth Control Office in Layoffs
The New York Times - 16 Oct 2025 02:12
The layoffs have raised fears that the administration could be effectively ending an initiative that provides contraception for millions of low-income women.
India casts doubt on Trump's claim Modi will stop buying Russian oil
BBC - 16 Oct 2025 16:19
The Indian government says it is "not aware" of a call in which the US president claimed India's leader made the commitment.
FEMA Cuts Disaster Spending, Leaving States Fending for Themselves
The New York Times - 16 Oct 2025 15:49
President Trump has said he wants to eventually shift the burden of disaster relief and recovery onto states. Its already happening.
Connecticut pup abandoned, tied to fence during heavy noreaster downpours
New York Post - 17 Oct 2025 01:58
Adogwas discovered abandoned and tied to a fence in southern Connecticut, as a nor'easter brought heavy rain and gusty winds to the area early this week.
U.S. Military Killed Venezuelan Fisherman in Suspected Drug Boat Attack, Family Says
The New York Times - 17 Oct 2025 01:51
For the first time, one of the 27 people killed in U.S. airstrikes on suspected drug vessels has been publicly identified.
Weekly quiz: Which prize did this sleepy spider win a 10-year-old?
BBC - 17 Oct 2025 01:50
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
Reese Witherspoon on writing a thriller: 'What do girls in bikinis have to do with solving crime?'
BBC - 17 Oct 2025 01:44
The actress talks about co-writing her debut thriller, about a female surgeon, with Harlan Coben.
So Much for Trumps Promise of Free IVF
Mother Jones - 17 Oct 2025 01:39
In the Oval Office on Thursday, several Cabinet members and advocates for in vitro fertilization (IVF) gathered to claim that President Donald Trump was delivering on his campaign trail pledge to radically expand access ...
The 'shadow army' helping Uganda's long-serving president keep an iron grip on power
BBC - 17 Oct 2025 01:37
Analysts say the unit has become so influential that it rivals the power of the regular army.
Josh McDaniels offers vote of confidence in Patriots rookie Kyle Williams
Boston - 17 Oct 2025 01:29
"Im exited when he gets his next opportunity. I really am. The post Josh McDaniels offers vote of confidence in Patriots rookie Kyle Williams appeared first on Boston.com.
US admiral to retire amid military strikes in Caribbean and tensions with Venezuela
The Guardian - 17 Oct 2025 01:17
Alvin Holsey just took over the US southern command late last year for a position that normally lasts three yearsAmid escalating tensions with Venezuela and US military strikes on suspected drug smugglers in the Caribbea...
Why thousands of England's poorest children are missing out on free school meals
Sky News - 17 Oct 2025 01:15
Thousands of children in England are not receiving free school meals despite meeting the eligibility criteria, a new report has found.
Launch of veteran card will be used to test UK governments digital ID scheme
The Guardian - 17 Oct 2025 01:01
Ministers hope scheme for 1.8 million people will show how technology works and ease privacy and security concernsFormer military personnel will be used to test and refine the governments divisive digital ID scheme from ...
NHS medical negligence liabilities hit £60bn amid surge in maternity payouts
The Guardian - 17 Oct 2025 01:01
Audit finds average childbirth injury case costs more than £11m to settle as watchdog urges stronger safety measuresThe NHSs total liabilities for medical negligence have hit £60bn, driven by a jump in childbirth injur...
Banks need stricter controls to prevent romance fraud, says City regulator
The Guardian - 17 Oct 2025 01:01
FCA cites study showing victims red flags are often missed and calls for improved monitoring systemsThe City regulator has called on banks and payment firms to bring in stricter controls protecting customers from romance...
Malden woman charged with threatening to kill ICE officers, allegedly called them Nazis
Boston - 17 Oct 2025 01:01
Bethany Abigail Terill allegedly yelled Charlie Kirk died, and we love it Were coming for you, gonna kill you. The post Malden woman charged with threatening to kill ICE officers, allegedly called them Nazis appeared fir...
Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend
The Guardian - 17 Oct 2025 01:00
West Hams lack of forward planning, Rodris fitness concerns and a crunch clash at AnfieldTop scorers: check out the latest standingsAnge Postecoglou is under increasing pressure at Nottingham Forest having failed to secu...
27 years after conviction, he hopes he'll still be alive by the time he's cleared his name
Sky News - 17 Oct 2025 01:00
A Post Office Capture victim says delays in the justice system have left him fearing he may never live to see his name cleared.
Ace Frehley, original Kiss lead guitarist and founding member, dies at 74
Boston - 17 Oct 2025 00:58
Frehley died peacefully surrounded by family following a recent fall, according to his agent. The post Ace Frehley, original Kiss lead guitarist and founding member, dies at 74 appeared first on Boston.com.