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Body found of grandmother who 'fell into sinkhole'
Sky News - 7 Dec 2024 00:31
Officials in the US say they believe they have found the remains of a grandmother who went missing after apparently falling into a sinkhole while looking for her cat.
Special Education Services With a Catch: Parents Are Asked Not to Sue
The New York Times - 7 Dec 2024 03:43
New York City school officials want families seeking such services to waive their right to sue the Education Department in exchange for receiving them.
S Korea president apologises for martial law declaration
BBC - 7 Dec 2024 03:38
Yoon Suk Yeol says he will not make a second such order as he faces an impeachment vote.
The Police Offer a Detailed Timeline of the Gunman's Movements
The New York Times - 7 Dec 2024 03:20
Investigators have begun to piece together the actions of a man they believe killed a health care executive on a city sidewalk early Wednesday morning.
Iran Begins to Evacuate Military Officials and Personnel From Syria
The New York Times - 7 Dec 2024 03:18
The withdrawals by one of President Bashar al-Assad's key backers come amid a resurgent rebel offensive.
Search underway for murder suspect who walked away from prison work camp: Authorities
ABC News - 7 Dec 2024 03:06
The Idaho Department of Correction said it is searching for Kevin Nicholas Kuintzle, 33, a resident of the St. Anthony Work Camp in Fremont County.
Diplomatic opportunities at cathedral reopening as Trump set to meet Macron and Zelenskyy
Sky News - 7 Dec 2024 02:59
Donald Trump arrives in France today where he will meet numerous global heads of state for the first time since his re-election.
Italian nun among 25 arrested in raid against 'Ndrangheta mafia
Fox News - 7 Dec 2024 02:54
As part of an investigation into the 'Ndrangheta mafia in the city of Brescia, Italian police have arrested 25 people including a nun known for her prison work.
Alternative healer gets 10 years in UK prison for death of woman at slap therapy workshop
Fox News - 7 Dec 2024 02:27
Hongchi Xiao, a 61-year-old alternative healer who used 'slapping therapy' to treat maladies, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for the death of a 71-year-old woman.
MI5 forced to 'pare back' counter-terrorism work due to rogue states, says chief
The Guardian - 7 Dec 2024 01:28
Ken McCallum says service must make 'uncomfortable choices' as it faces more aggression from Russia, China and Iran MI5 has had to "pare back" its counter-terrorism focus because of the growing threat from Russia and oth...
Man Who Kidnapped Woman From Bloomberg's Colorado Ranch Gets 22 Years in Prison
The New York Times - 7 Dec 2024 01:27
Joseph Beecher was intent on killing the media mogul and inquired about his family before taking a housekeeper hostage, officials said.
Backpack carried by gunman who killed health insurance boss found in Central Park
Sky News - 7 Dec 2024 01:08
A backpack found in the hunt for the gunman who killed a health insurance boss belonged to the suspect, police have said.
As Syrian Rebels Advance, Iran Grows Nervous and Neighbors Close Their Borders
The New York Times - 7 Dec 2024 00:49
The rebels' gains prompted Lebanon and Jordan to close border crossings and Iran to begin withdrawing personnel from Syria.
Leader of Syria's Resurgent Rebels Lays Out Strategy to Oust Assad
The New York Times - 7 Dec 2024 00:20
In an interview, Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, the Islamist rebel heading an offensive moving toward Damascus, said the operation was a long time coming.
South Korean President Yoon's Impeachment Fails as His Ruling Party Boycotts Vote
Time - 7 Dec 2024 15:14
A South Korean legislative push to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol over his short-lived imposition of martial law fell through on Saturday.
How to Understand Syria's Rapidly Changing Civil War
The New York Times - 7 Dec 2024 14:51
Advances by a coalition of opposition groups have abruptly changed the landscape of Syria's civil war after a long stalemate. Here's a closer look at where things stand.
Californians Know About Earthquakes, but Tsunamis Are a Different Story
The New York Times - 7 Dec 2024 00:30
Northern California cities and residents seemed unsure on Thursday about the best response to an official tsunami warning that went out to five million Californians.
Lawyers say they suspect Harvey Weinstein has been deliberately mistreated in prison
The Guardian - 7 Dec 2024 00:28
According to Weinstein's legal team, the disgraced movie producer has faced egregious conditions while jailed Harvey Weinstein's lawyers are afraid he will die during his incarceration at Rikers Island, where he has been...
World leaders join Macron for Notre-Dame cathedral reopening
BBC - 7 Dec 2024 23:52
Notre Dame has officially reopened more than five years after it was badly damaged in a fire.
Syria's Assad Finds Himself Alone as Enemies Close In
Wall Street Journal - 7 Dec 2024 23:46
With rebels closing in on Damascus, President Bashar al-Assad sought help from his backers in Russia and Iran, and came away empty-handed.
With the reopening of Notre-Dame, Parisians celebrate as 'the city gets its soul back'
Sky News - 7 Dec 2024 23:37
The sound of psalms and hymns echoed hauntingly across Paris.
New Zealand v England: second men's cricket Test, day three - live
The Guardian - 7 Dec 2024 23:36
Live updates from the third day's play in Wellington Atkinson 'greedy' for more after hat-trick | Email Tanya I'm feeling quite sleepy after a large meal topped off by apple crumble with brandy cream, so apologies if my ...