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New Zealand faces more frequent heatwaves and melting glaciers

Our Atmosphere and Climate 2026 report shows record greenhouse gas levels and increasing pressure on the environment

Christa Pike survives attempted execution in Tennessee

The convict received two doses of a lethal injection, after which she was transferred to hospital; the governor ordered an independent investigation.

Christa Pike conscious after failed execution in Tennessee

Lawyers say her recovery is unprecedented, with the governor suspending all executions until the end of the year.

Commission adopts package on pre-accession reviews

The package sets out political guidelines and measures for preparing the Union for future enlargements, including stronger rule of law protection.

London considers expelling Israeli diplomats over consulate

The 30-day deadline for the closure of the British consulate in East Jerusalem expires on Thursday, with London considering a reciprocal expulsion of Israeli diplomats in response.

Coalition pledges to cut net migration to 100,000

Taylor announces 'biggest cut in history' to immigration, with stricter visa checks linked to housing completion

Trump approves execution by firing squad for Fort Hood attacker

Hasan is set to become the first US soldier executed by firing squad since the Second World War, the Pentagon has confirmed.

Able crew: Strike was not from the air, but from below the sea

Ukrainian drones strike Moscow in mass attack

Moscow's mayor claims 650 drones were shot down, while reports indicate the largest oil depot in the region is burning.

Sri Lankan worker sentenced to death over comment

Anjan Sivarasa found guilty of blasphemy in appeal; family has not heard from him since 28 September.

Collision in Florida: student and one other person killed, bus overturned

A total of 39 people were on board, with 26 students taken to hospital.

English heritage finds first footage of Hastings battle

Rare colour footage from 1966 shows 500 students in improvised armour, delayed by traffic and ending in a scuffle.

Trump's support falls to 32 per cent

Poll shows decline among independents and Hispanic voters; 59 per cent of Hispanic voters want Congress controlled by Democrats.

Russia denies worker died of plague

Rosporteznadzor states no pathogens linked to her work were found, as the US State Department calls for transparency.

France: 190 students injured, 5,000 people arrested

Minister for Education reports injuries to students, while 5,000 people are arrested in Lens.

French school: Boy loses hand

Fifteen-year-old boy loses hand after picking up a police stun grenade; unions announce national protest on Tuesday.

One Nation moves headquarters to building bought by Gina Rinehart

Barnaby Joyce says party will pay market rent and there are no special conditions, while records reveal a series of gifts and reporting lapses.

US withdraws bombers from RAF Fairford

At least 10 of 12 B-1 bombers have left the base following a new security alert in the ongoing probe into an alleged planned attack.