A suicide attack took place outside a court building in Islamabad, Pakistan, killing at least 12 people and injuring more than 30. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif accused India of being behind the attack, but provided no evidence. A group linked to Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan claimed responsibility for the blast.
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The suicide bombing occurred at the District Judicial Complex in Islamabad.
At least 12 people died, and more than 30 were injured in the attack.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif accused India of involvement without providing evidence.
Jamaa-ul-Ahrar, a faction of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), claimed responsibility.
The TTP is linked ideologically to the Afghan Taliban, but denied involvement in this attack.
The bombing happened during international conferences and nearby sports events.
Islamabad has generally been peaceful in recent years, with the last major attack occurring in December 2022.
Security forces claim to have rescued 300 cadets in a separate incident in South Waziristan.
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Indian police are investigating a car explosion in New Delhi under an anti-terrorism law. The explosion killed at least 12 people, and India's National Investigation Agency is leading the probe. Prime Minister Narendra Modi promised to find those responsible, calling the incident a “conspiracy.”
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A car explosion occurred near New Delhi's Red Fort, killing at least 12 and injuring 20.
The incident is being investigated under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, an anti-terrorism law in India.
The National Investigation Agency is handling the investigation.
Prime Minister Modi described the explosion as a “conspiracy” and vowed to bring those involved to justice.
Security has been increased in New Delhi and other states following the blast.
Investigators suspect a connection to a raid on a suspected terror cell in Faridabad, where a large amount of explosives was found.
The car in the explosion was reportedly linked to a doctor arrested in relation to the Faridabad raid.
Police traced the vehicle's route using CCTV and toll data, tracking its movement from Faridabad to the Red Fort.
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A TikTok influencer named Brittany Miller admitted she lied about having cancer in 2017. She apologized in a recent video, explaining the lie was made during a difficult time in her life. Authorities concluded an investigation into the matter, and no charges of fraud were confirmed.
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Brittany Miller is a TikTok influencer from Oxfordshire with 3.5 million followers.
She lied about a cancer diagnosis in 2017 during a time she described as having very poor mental health.
A fundraising page, set up by a friend in her name, claimed she had cancer; Miller shut it down once she learned about donations.
She issued an apology on TikTok, saying she regretted the lie and intended no harm.
Thames Valley Police investigated but did not confirm claims that Miller was convicted of fraud.
Miller's TikTok content focuses on parenting, cooking, and shopping.
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Between April and October, 91 prisoners in England and Wales were mistakenly released. The government shared this data, responding to demands for transparency about the increase in accidental releases. There is public concern over these mistakes, especially after some recent high-profile cases.
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91 prisoners were released by mistake in England and Wales from April to October.
The Justice Secretary, David Lammy, addressed the issue in Parliament.
This problem has been escalating, with accidental releases increasing by 128% over the previous year.
The Ministry of Justice stated that these releases do not involve deliberate errors by prisoners or others.
Some cases involved prisoners mistakenly released from specific prisons, such as HMP Wandsworth.
High-profile incidents include migrant sex offender Hadush Kebatu wrongly released, then deported after reoffending.
The government's figures are provisional and may be adjusted later.
Political pressure exists to solve the security issues in prisons, as highlighted by recent cases.
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Russian troops are moving through the town of Pokrovsk in Ukraine, as shared by a video on social media. Ukraine reports that there are about 300 Russian soldiers trying to encircle the area by pushing north.
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Russian troops are seen in Pokrovsk, Ukraine.
A video showing this movement is circulating on social media.
The video shows the troops moving through dense fog.
Ukraine states that about 300 Russian soldiers are in Pokrovsk.
These soldiers are reportedly attempting to surround the area by moving north.
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Venezuela is preparing for a possible attack by the United States by using old Russian weapons and planning guerrilla-style warfare to create disorder. President Nicolás Maduro accused U.S. President Donald Trump of trying to remove him from power. Maduro’s plan involves small military units and militias to conduct sabotage and street unrest if an invasion happens.
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Venezuela is planning for a potential U.S. attack by using old Russian weapons.
Their strategy includes guerrilla-style defense to create chaos.
Venezuelan military has shortages of personnel, training, and equipment.
President Maduro accused President Trump of wanting to overthrow him.
Maduro's government plans to use small military units and militias.
The plan is a "prolonged resistance" campaign with sabotage and unrest.
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A report reveals that a learner driver failed their driving theory test 128 times. The study, based on official data, highlights challenges faced by candidates, including nerves and the level of knowledge required to pass. Nearly 2.8 million theory tests were taken in the year leading up to March 2025, with a pass rate below 50%.
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A learner driver failed the theory test 128 times, spending about £3,000.
Another driver passed on their 75th attempt, costing around £1,700.
The theory test includes 50 multiple-choice questions and a road hazard video section.
Nearly 2.8 million theory tests were taken in the year ending March 2025 with a 44.9% pass rate.
About 1.8 million practical driving tests happened in the same period with a 48.7% pass rate.
Two learners took their practical test 37 times without passing.
The cost of a theory test is £23, and a practical test ranges from £62 to £75, depending on the day.
A six-month wait to book driving tests occurred in parts of the UK earlier this year.
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A man in his 30s was interviewed by police after the band Bob Vylan's performance at the Glastonbury Festival, where the audience was encouraged to chant statements against the Israel Defence Forces. The police are treating it as a public order incident as they continue to investigate. Following the event, Bob Vylan faced various consequences, including being dropped from festivals and postponing shows.
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Police interviewed a man over a performance by Bob Vylan at the Glastonbury Festival.
The incident involved chants against the Israel Defence Forces during the band's set.
The police are investigating it as a public order incident.
The man attended the interview voluntarily, and no arrest was made.
Bob Vylan faced consequences such as being dropped from festivals and postponing UK shows.
Despite these issues, the band's album re-entered the music charts.
The BBC faced criticism for broadcasting the band's performance, which was said to break editorial guidelines.
The BBC's director general resigned after a memo raised concerns about editorial choices, unrelated to this incident.
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German authorities detained a man accused of running a platform on the dark web that encouraged attacks on politicians. The suspect, known as "Martin S.," allegedly called for violence and gathered personal information about his targets. Prosecutors say he also sought cryptocurrency donations to fund these actions.
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The suspect, identified as “Martin S.,” is a German-Polish dual citizen.
He was detained in Dortmund, Germany.
Martin S. allegedly operated a darknet site that listed politicians' names and offered instructions on violence.
The site reportedly called for attacks on German public figures since June.
Prosecutors accuse him of collecting cryptocurrency to offer as rewards for attacks.
Former chancellors Angela Merkel and Olaf Scholz were reportedly among the targets.
The platform included personal data of potential victims.
The investigation is part of Germany's efforts to address extremism and national security threats.
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Israel's parliament has passed the first reading of a bill that proposes the death penalty for people it calls terrorists, likely focusing on Palestinians convicted of deadly acts against Israelis. The bill needs two more readings to become law. A different bill also moved forward, giving the government power to shut down foreign media outlets.
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Israel's parliament approved the first reading of a bill allowing the death penalty for those deemed terrorists by a 39 to 16 vote.
The proposed law is expected to mainly apply to Palestinians convicted of deadly attacks on Israelis.
The death penalty exists in Israel but has been used only twice, last in 1962.
The same parliamentary session passed a first reading of a bill to close foreign media outlets without court approval, with a 50 to 41 vote.
The Palestinian Authority criticized the proposed death penalty law, describing it as Israeli extremism against Palestinians.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, who supports the bill, celebrated its initial approval.
Critics fear the bill could complicate negotiations involving Israeli hostages held by Hamas, but these concerns have lessened after recent prisoner exchanges.
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A new version of "The Running Man," originally a novel by Stephen King, has been released with Glen Powell in the lead role, previously played by Arnold Schwarzenegger. Critics have compared the film to the 1987 version, noting its attempts to stay closer to the book and highlighting both its strong start and weaker ending. Powell's performance received positive feedback, while some reviews pointed out issues with the film's pacing and complex storyline.
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"The Running Man" is a new film adaptation of a Stephen King novel.
Glen Powell stars as the main character, Ben Richards.
The original 1987 film featured Arnold Schwarzenegger.
The new movie attempts to be more like the book than the previous film.
Critics gave mixed reviews, praising Powell's acting.
They noted the film has a strong start but a weaker ending.
Edgar Wright directed the new version.
The movie explores themes in a more detailed way than the original.
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Russian companies have decided to sell their shares in Serbia's major oil company, Naftna Industrija Srbije (NIS), due to Western sanctions. Gazprom Neft and an investment division of Gazprom own parts of NIS, while the Serbian government holds a substantial share. The decision aims to ensure Serbia maintains its fuel supply as international pressure on Russia continues.
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Russian companies, including Gazprom Neft, own significant shares in Serbia's NIS.
Due to Western sanctions, these companies have agreed to sell their shares.
The Serbian government supports the move to maintain stable fuel supplies.
Sanctions on NIS started in early October, affecting the company's supply chain.
Serbian Energy Minister announced the Russian request to the U.S. for a sanctions waiver.
The U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is involved in the process.
The refinery linked to NIS can only operate until November 25 without new oil supplies.
Russia's Lukoil is also affected by sanctions, planning to sell some overseas assets.
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A Turkish military cargo plane carrying 20 people crashed in Georgia near the Azerbaijani border. Rescue operations are underway, but authorities have not confirmed any casualties. The plane lost contact shortly after entering Georgian airspace.
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A Turkish C-130 military cargo plane crashed in Georgia.
The plane had 20 military personnel on board.
The crash site is near the Azerbaijani border in Georgia's Sighnaghi municipality.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and others expressed condolences, indicating possible fatalities.
The plane departed from Azerbaijan and crashed on its return to Turkey.
The Turkish Ministry of National Defense confirmed the aircraft did not send a distress signal.
Rescue operations are active, with Turkey deploying support teams.
An investigation into the crash has begun.
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Canada has lost its measles elimination status due to a major outbreak that began in 2024. The outbreak has spread across various regions in Canada, leading to over 5,000 cases and two deaths. This loss has affected the entire Americas region's status.
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Canada lost its measles elimination status after a large outbreak.
The outbreak started in October 2024.
Cases have been reported across many provinces, including Alberta and Quebec.
Over 5,000 measles cases and two infant deaths have been recorded.
Measles is a highly contagious virus with serious health risks.
Canada had held the elimination status since 1998.
Low vaccination rates are a major factor in the outbreak.
Vaccine hesitancy has increased since the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Turkey's authorities have charged Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu with 142 counts of corruption, potentially leading to over 2,000 years in prison. The charges come amid claims that the government is politically targeting Imamoglu, a key rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Imamoglu and his party reject the allegations and say they are a response to his political ambitions.
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Ekrem Imamoglu is accused of 142 corruption offenses, potentially leading to up to 2,430 years in prison.
He is considered a main political rival to President Erdogan and a potential candidate for the 2028 presidential election.
Imamoglu has been in custody since March on corruption charges, which he and his party deny.
The prosecutor claims a criminal organization under Imamoglu's leadership cost Turkey an estimated $3.8 billion.
Allegations include bribery, money laundering, fraud, espionage, and forging a university diploma.
Losing his diploma means Imamoglu cannot run for president under current rules.
His detention led to protests and numerous arrests in Turkey, with authorities denying political motives.
Imamoglu appeals against previous sentences related to other charges, including insulting officials.
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Dame Penny Mordaunt, a former Member of Parliament, testified in court that she feared possible violence from a man accused of stalking her. Edward Brandt, the accused, denies the allegations but is said to have sent numerous messages and visited her office outside normal hours. Mordaunt stated that she felt more threatened by Brandt’s actions than by other threats.
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Dame Penny Mordaunt has told the court she feared sexual violence from Edward Brandt, who is accused of stalking her.
Edward Brandt, 61, denies the charge of intending serious alarm or distress.
The alleged incidents took place from September 2023 to May 2024.
Brandt reportedly sent emails, voicemails, and visited her office after hours.
Mordaunt testified that she found Brandt's actions more concerning than other threats she has experienced.
Brandt was arrested and given a conditional caution in March 2024, instructing him not to contact Mordaunt.
Despite the caution, he continued to leave voicemails for her in May 2024.
The court heard that Mordaunt's office increased security due to these events.
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Richard Darbyshire, the former lead singer of the 1980s band Living In A Box, died at age 65. He was known for the band's hit songs and his work as a songwriter for other artists. No cause of death was given, and he is survived by his wife.
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Richard Darbyshire was the lead singer of the 1980s band Living In A Box.
The band had a major hit with their song "Living In A Box" in 1987.
Darbyshire left the band in 1989 due to record label changes.
He released a solo album in 1994 and wrote songs for artists like Lisa Stansfield.
Born in Stockport, he lived in Japan as a teenager and studied at Oxford University.
No cause of death was given, and his family confirmed his passing on November 10.
Living In A Box reformed in 2016, but Darbyshire did not rejoin the band.
Before his death, he conducted songwriting workshops in London.
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Thousands of people in Serbia protested plans to redevelop a bombed-out military complex into luxury buildings. The redevelopment, linked to a company associated with President Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, faces opposition from the public and experts. Despite legal challenges, the Serbian government supports the project, arguing it will improve ties with the U.S.
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Protesters formed a human shield around a military complex in Belgrade to oppose its redevelopment.
The site was bombed by NATO in 1999 and is seen by some as a historical symbol.
The redevelopment project is backed by the Serbian government and linked to Jared Kushner's company.
Serbian lawmakers passed a law to allow the construction despite public and expert opposition.
The government believes the project will boost the economy and improve relations with the U.S.
Some critics argue the complex is an architectural monument and oppose its demolition.
Serbia's government revoked the site's protected status before agreeing to a redevelopment lease.
The project faces additional scrutiny due to an investigation into the legitimacy of documents used to remove its protected status.
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A small plane bound for hurricane relief in Jamaica crashed in a South Florida neighborhood, killing missionary Alexander Wurm and his daughter, Serena. The plane was carrying humanitarian aid from the organization Ignite the Fire and crashed shortly after taking off. Authorities are investigating the crash, and so far, no other victims have been reported.
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A plane crash in Coral Springs, Florida, killed Alexander Wurm, 53, and his daughter Serena, 22.
They were on a mission to deliver aid to Jamaica following a hurricane.
The aircraft, a Beechcraft King Air, barely missed homes and landed in a pond.
Ignite the Fire, the group's organization, aims to empower youth through missions in the Caribbean.
Alexander Wurm recently helped deliver medical supplies and internet equipment to Jamaica.
The plane involved was an older model with new engines acquired for mission work.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) lists the registered owner as International Air Services.
Investigations by local police and federal transportation officials are ongoing at the crash site.
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A group is trying to get World War II nurses awarded the Congressional Gold Medal for their bravery and service. These nurses treated injured soldiers under dangerous conditions during the war, often without proper recognition. Despite backing from some lawmakers, the effort faces hurdles in gathering enough support in Congress.
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During World War II, nurses risked their lives by treating soldiers near battlefields.
The group seeking the medal includes retired military nurses and supporters.
The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian honors in the U.S.
There are only a few of these WWII nurses still living, including 106-year-old Alice Darrow.
The bills in Congress need more cosponsors to pass; they currently lack enough support.
Some nurses served on ships and landed with troops under enemy fire.
WWII nurses significantly increased in number by the end of the war compared to before.
Nearly 80 nurses were prisoners of war in the Philippines for three years until liberation.
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