Former SNP MP Mhairi Black will play a detective in a BBC legal drama called "Counsels." Black left the SNP earlier this year and is now taking on her first TV acting role in the series set in Glasgow.
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Mhairi Black, a former SNP MP, will act in a BBC drama named "Counsels."
The series is set in Glasgow and features Black as Detective Inspector Bridges.
Black left the SNP in July over disagreements on issues like trans rights and Palestine.
She was diagnosed with ADHD, which she says helped her regain control of her life.
Black became an MP at age 20, the youngest since 1832, after defeating Douglas Alexander.
She participated in the Edinburgh Festival Fringe with her one-woman show, "Politics Isn't For Me."
The show "Counsels" includes a cast of young lawyers dealing with their careers and personal lives.
The series is created by Scottish writers Bryan Elsley and Gillian McCormack.
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A comet called 3I/ATLAS from outside our solar system is nearing the sun. It will be closest to the sun on Wednesday, but won't be visible without a telescope because of its great distance from Earth. The comet poses no threat to Earth and will be visible from the Northern Hemisphere by early December.
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3I/ATLAS is an interstellar comet, meaning it comes from outside our solar system.
Scientists discovered the comet on July 1 using the NASA-funded ATLAS telescope in Chile.
It will be closest to the sun, known as "perihelion," this Wednesday.
The comet will stay at a safe distance, at least 240 million kilometers away from Earth.
It is too dim to see with the naked eye because it is far from the sun and Earth.
The comet will be visible in the Northern Hemisphere in early December, with its nearest pass to Earth on December 19.
Before 3I/ATLAS, the other two interstellar objects discovered were 1I/`Oumuamua and 2I/Borisov.
Scientists note the comet shows typical features of solar system comets, including releasing nickel vapor.
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Sudan's paramilitary forces reportedly killed hundreds of people, including hospital patients, in the city of el-Fasher, Darfur. The U.N. and aid workers detailed atrocities by the Rapid Support Forces, who have been fighting to control Sudan since 2023. An investigation is reportedly underway following acknowledgment of abuses by the RSF commander.
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Sudan's paramilitary group, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), reportedly killed hundreds, including hospital patients, in el-Fasher, Darfur.
The World Health Organization (WHO) reported 460 people were killed in a hospital in el-Fasher.
Survivors described widespread killings, including ethnic and politically motivated attacks.
The U.N. migration agency noted 35,000 people have fled el-Fasher since Sunday.
The RSF commander acknowledged "abuses" by the forces and mentioned an investigation.
Hurricane Melissa has caused significant damage in Jamaica and is moving towards Cuba and the Bahamas. Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank's foundation is donating $2.5 million to help with hurricane relief efforts in Jamaica.
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Hurricane Melissa is a Category 5 storm.
The hurricane has caused damage in Jamaica and is moving towards Cuba and the Bahamas.
Many people in affected areas are without power and essential supplies.
Arthur Blank, owner of the Atlanta Falcons, is donating $2.5 million to support relief efforts in Jamaica.
The donation comes from the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation.
The hurricane season in 2025 has been relatively quiet until this storm.
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Sudan's paramilitary forces, known as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), took control of the city of el-Fasher in Darfur. Reports indicate that they killed around 460 people, including patients and medical staff, at a hospital. The World Health Organization and other groups have expressed shock over these events.
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Sudan's paramilitary group RSF captured the city of el-Fasher in the Darfur region.
About 460 people were reported killed at the Saudi Maternity Hospital in el-Fasher.
Victims included patients, their companions, and medical staff.
The World Health Organization expressed shock at the reports of killings.
The Sudan Doctors Network accused the RSF of killing everyone inside the hospital.
The attack was part of ongoing conflict between the RSF and Sudan's army that started in 2023.
El-Fasher was the RSF's last major stronghold capture, after a long siege of over 500 days.
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A UPS driver in California found three Saint Bernards in his truck looking for treats. The dogs, known for loving the UPS van, were captured on a TikTok video that went viral.
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The incident happened on a citrus farm on the central coast of California.
The Saint Bernards were rescue dogs familiar with the UPS van.
A video of the interaction was shared on TikTok and received over 450,000 views.
The dogs' owner confirmed that they enjoy the UPS visits more than those from FedEx.
The United States Postal Service reported over 6,000 dog attacks in 2024.
UPS stated that their drivers often form strong bonds with both human and animal customers.
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South Korea and the United States are focusing on improving their relationship. President Donald Trump's visit to South Korea is part of efforts to achieve better cooperation between the two countries.
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President Donald Trump is visiting South Korea.
The visit aims to improve relations between South Korea and the United States.
Hannah Kim is a professor who studies international issues.
She works at Sogang University in South Korea.
South Korea has certain goals it wants to achieve during this visit.
Strengthening ties with the U.S. is part of South Korea's strategy.
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Hurricane Melissa caused severe flooding in Haiti, killing 25 people, and has also led to heavy damage in Jamaica and Cuba. In Jamaica, the storm destroyed homes and left thousands of people in shelters, while Cuba saw infrastructure damage and remains under the storm's effects. The hurricane continues moving, with authorities warning of possible life-threatening floods and landslides.
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Hurricane Melissa killed 25 people in Haiti due to flooding from a river that overflowed.
In Jamaica, a Category 5 hurricane left 25,000 people in shelters and caused significant power outages.
One child died in Jamaica when a tree fell during the storm.
Cuba reported widespread damage, including collapsed houses and blocked roads, with over 735,000 people in shelters.
Parts of eastern Cuba experienced over 15 inches of rain, causing severe flood risks.
At the time of reporting, Melissa was a Category 2 storm with winds of 100 mph, moving northeast.
The storm is expected to weaken but remain strong as it moves near the Bahamas and possibly affects Bermuda.
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel highlighted the storm's potential to worsen the country's economic struggles, including power outages and shortages.
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Filmmaker Nia DaCosta is exploring various movie genres, from horror to adaptations of classic plays. Her newest project reimagines Henrik Ibsen's play "Hedda Gabler" with changes, including setting the story in 1950s England and featuring a mixed-race Black woman as the main character. Nia DaCosta aims to show diverse stories and avoid being limited to a single genre in her filmmaking career.
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Nia DaCosta is a filmmaker known for movies like "Little Woods" and "Candyman."
Her latest film is an adaptation of the play "Hedda Gabler" set in 1950s England.
The main character in this adaptation is a queer, mixed-race Black woman.
The actress Tessa Thompson plays the lead role in the new film "Hedda."
DaCosta became the first Black woman director to have a film debut at No. 1 at the box office with "Candyman."
She enjoys working in horror films because they allow for pushing boundaries and exploring big ideas.
DaCosta uses historical settings to draw parallels to current events in her work.
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A TikTok video went viral showing a dog patiently waiting for its owner by the window with a toy. The dog is a goldendoodle, which is known for missing its owner when they're away. People online responded with comments about how sweet the scene was.
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A TikTok video shows a goldendoodle sitting by a window waiting for its owner with a new toy.
The video, shared by user @janie__theriault, quickly went viral with over 951,900 views and 235,800 likes.
Dogs, like the goldendoodle, often miss their owners when they are not around and may show signs of this, such as being extra excited when the owner returns.
People online commented that they found the scene very adorable.
Some dogs might wait by windows or doors in anticipation of their owners returning home.
Comforting methods for dogs when owners are away include giving them physical activity, toys, and items with the owner's scent.
If a dog is left alone for a long time, options like hiring a pet sitter or dog walker can help provide companionship.
Newsweek reached out to the video creator for more information but did not verify all details.
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Israel launched airstrikes on Gaza, leading to over 100 deaths, including children, despite a ceasefire brokered by the United States. Following these attacks, Israel announced it would return to the ceasefire but warned of future action if necessary. These events relate to disputes over hostage remains and actions by Hamas.
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Over 100 people, including 46 children, died in Israeli airstrikes on Gaza in the past 24 hours.
Israel claims it targeted "terrorists" in these attacks but also hit residential buildings.
The Israeli military stated it would go back to the ceasefire but is prepared for more action.
The situation escalated after disagreements over the exchange of hostage remains between Israel and Hamas.
The body of Ofir Tzarfati, an Israeli captive, was identified, causing anger in Israel.
The Hamas group was supposed to hand over remains of captives, but disputes arose about the process.
Israel has allowed some humanitarian aid into Gaza, but not at the levels specified in the ceasefire agreement.
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President Donald Trump will meet with China's President Xi Jinping in South Korea. This is their first meeting since Trump returned to the White House. They will discuss important issues like trade and TikTok, amid rising tensions between the United States and China.
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President Trump and President Xi Jinping will meet in South Korea.
This meeting is their first since Trump began his second term as U.S. President.
Discussions will cover major topics, including trade and the TikTok app.
Tensions have been increasing between the U.S. and China in recent months.
The outcome of the talks could impact the global economy.
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Mel Gibson has cast Polish Italian actress Kasia Smutniak to play the Virgin Mary in his upcoming film, "The Resurrection of the Christ," leading to backlash. The controversy arises mainly because of Smutniak's pro-choice stance in Poland, where abortion laws are highly restrictive. Some Polish Catholic groups and political figures oppose her casting due to her political views.
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Mel Gibson is directing the film "The Resurrection of the Christ."
Kasia Smutniak, a Polish Italian actress, will play the Virgin Mary.
Smutniak is known for her pro-choice stance, which has caused controversy in Poland.
Poland has strict abortion laws, allowing the procedure only in limited cases.
Some Polish Catholic groups and the conservative Law and Justice party oppose her role.
The backlash is also due to her support for causes like Strajk Kobiet and Free Palestine.
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Nigerian Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka announced that his U.S. visa was revoked. He suggested this might be tied to his recent critical comments about U.S. President Donald Trump. Soyinka stated that he has no plans to visit the United States but believes in humane treatment for everyone.
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Wole Soyinka, a Nigerian author, won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1986.
Soyinka's non-resident U.S. visa has been revoked.
He suspects the revocation is due to his criticism of President Trump.
Soyinka destroyed his U.S. green card in 2017 in protest of Trump's presidency.
The U.S. cited "additional information" as the reason for revoking the visa.
Soyinka described the visa revocation notice as a "love letter."
The U.S. State Department has not commented on the visa issue.
Soyinka indicated he does not plan to reapply for a U.S. visa.
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Hurricane Melissa caused severe damage in Haiti, Jamaica, and Cuba. The storm killed at least 25 people in Haiti, left most of Jamaica without power, and displaced many in Cuba.
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Hurricane Melissa is a Category 5 storm.
At least 25 people died in Haiti due to flooding and landslides.
In Jamaica, over 25,000 people sought shelter as the hurricane damaged homes and infrastructure.
One person died in Jamaica when a tree fell on a house.
The storm led to extensive flooding and damage in Cuba, with no reported deaths yet.
Many buildings in Cuba suffered damage, and large numbers of people were displaced.
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A mother from Oregon checked the baby monitor after her husband had been in their toddler's bedroom for an hour. She found that her husband had fallen asleep while their daughter watched a movie on a phone. The video of the incident was shared on TikTok, where it became very popular.
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An Oregon mom, Emrose Collins, used a babycam to check on her husband, Patrick, and their toddler, Kambree.
Collins expected her husband and daughter had fallen asleep, but saw her child watching a movie while her husband slept.
The movie being watched was "Rio," and the phone featured a child lock to prevent access to other apps.
The video of the event was posted on TikTok and gained over 2.4 million views.
Collins shared the video, thinking other moms would find it funny and relatable.
Collins clarified that when she stopped filming, her daughter woke Patrick by calling for him.
Despite the incident, Collins praised her husband as a great dad.
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A woman experiencing anxiety on a flight was comforted by a fellow passenger's service dog. The moment was shared on TikTok, where it went viral, gathering many views and comments. Service dogs are trained to help people with various disabilities, including reducing anxiety.
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A woman on a flight felt anxious and was comforted by a service dog from another passenger.
She shared a video of the experience on TikTok, which went viral.
The video has over 1 million views and 293,300 likes.
Service dogs are trained to assist people with disabilities, such as anxiety.
The presence of pets can reduce anxiety and stress according to some studies.
TikTok users praised the dog's comforting actions, leading to many comments.
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The United States conducted a training exercise with its HIMARS rocket system at a facility near Japan's Mount Fuji. This exercise aimed to strengthen the defense capabilities of the U.S.-Japan alliance amid regional military threats. The U.S. and Japanese governments view this as an effort to enhance readiness and deterrence in the Indo-Pacific region.
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The U.S. held a live-fire training exercise using the HIMARS system near Mount Fuji in Japan.
HIMARS is a mobile rocket launcher that can fire different types of missiles with ranges up to over 310 miles.
The training exercise is part of efforts to bolster the U.S.-Japan alliance due to security concerns in Asia.
The U.S. 3rd Marine Division conducted drills at Camp Fuji to practice long-range precision firing.
Japan's Defense Ministry supports these exercises to strengthen defense capabilities.
The exercise comes in response to military activities by China, North Korea, and Russia in the region.
The training aims to improve the agility and combat readiness of the U.S. Marine Corps' artillery unit stationed in Japan.
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Two messages in bottles written by Australian soldiers during World War One were found on a beach in Western Australia. The notes, dating back to 1916, were from soldiers Malcolm Neville and William Harley, who were on their way to fight in France. The bottles were discovered by a local resident and have now been given to the families of the soldiers.
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Two messages in bottles were found on a beach in Western Australia.
The messages were written by Australian soldiers in 1916 during World War One.
One soldier, Malcolm Neville, wrote to his mother about being happy with the food on board.
Malcolm Neville was killed in action at the age of 28.
The other soldier, William Harley, survived the war and returned home.
The bottles were found by a local resident, Deb Brown, and her family.
The messages have been passed on to the soldiers' descendants.
An oceanography expert suggested the bottles were buried on the beach for about 100 years.
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Many Palestinians in Gaza are living in extremely crowded and unsanitary conditions, staying in makeshift tents due to ongoing conflict. These shelters lack basic necessities like food, medicine, and sanitation, leading to health risks. Living conditions are cramped and offer minimal protection from the weather.
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Millions of Palestinians are living in crowded tents and schools or sleeping on the streets in Gaza.
There is overcrowding, poor sanitation, and a lack of food and medicine in these shelters.
Tents are made from old blankets and fabric, providing little protection against rain and temperature extremes.
Personal living space is far below the recommended minimum by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).
Conditions contribute to health hazards due to nearby waste and open fires used for cooking.
Israel’s restrictions prevent access to Gaza’s main landfills, increasing waste buildup around camps.
Most people lack proper sleeping arrangements, with some sleeping on the ground.
Outdoor living areas serve multiple purposes, including cooking and hygiene activities.
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