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Ukraine says it struck drone plants in Russia and occupied territory
Ukrainian Defence Forces say they targeted drone manufacturing plants in Russia and in occupied Ukrainian territory. No further details were provided.
Minister Says Starmer Did Not Risk National Security by Appointing Mandelson
Cabinet minister Liz Kendall defended Keir Starmer after the Mandelson vetting scandal, saying he did not gamble with national security by appointing Mandelson as ambassador to Washington. The government is trying to contain the fallout as Starmer prepares for a high-stakes Commons showdown on Monday.
Woman Arrested After Serious Collision on Argyll Street
Detectives in Westminster are appealing for witnesses after a serious collision on Argyll Street. A woman has been arrested in connection with the incident.
U.S. Air Force Uses F-117s as Mock Enemy Jets in Red Flag Drills
The U.S. Air Force is flying retired F-117A Nighthawk stealth fighters as threat-representative aircraft in Red Flag exercises. The jets are being used to simulate Chinese J-20s and Russian Su-57s in training against F-22 and F-35 pilots, as the Pentagon keeps the aging fleet for red-team testing and vulnerability assessments.
Iran Says the Strait of Hormuz Will Remain Closed Unless the U.S. Lifts Its Pressure on Iranian Ports
Tehran is threatening to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed unless Washington lifts what it calls a U.S. siege on Iranian ports. It is another reminder that the world’s most sensitive shipping lane can turn into a bargaining chip very quickly.
PPA’s school-zone speed camera pilot starts issuing fines Monday
After a 60-day warning period, the Philadelphia Parking Authority will start fining drivers caught speeding in five school-zone camera locations across the city. Officials said the sites were chosen based on 2019 to 2023 crash data showing fatal, serious-injury, and pedestrian crashes, and they said the violations will not add points to a driver’s license.
Chief Rabbi warns attacks are 'gathering momentum' after new synagogue arson attempt
The Chief Rabbi says attacks on Jewish targets are gathering momentum after a synagogue in northwest London was hit by an overnight arson attack. The incident adds to growing concern about antisemitic violence and the safety of places of worship.
Rat Poison Reported in HiPP Baby Food Jar in Austria, Police Say
Police in Austria say rat poison was found in a HiPP baby food jar, and the band warned Saturday that eating the purées could be potentially life-threatening.
Humanoid Robot Sets Half Marathon Record in Beijing
In Beijing, a humanoid robot backed by smartphone maker Honor reportedly broke the men’s half marathon world record, leaving human runners far behind. A small reminder that the machines are now competing in ways nobody asked for, but everyone is apparently watching.
D4vd arrested in Los Angeles murder investigation into death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez
After months of investigation, singer D4vd was arrested on Thursday in the case of Celeste Rivas Hernandez, the 14-year-old whose body was found in the trunk of his Tesla in September. The tragedy has gripped Los Angeles for more than half a year, while authorities have released relatively little beyond grim basic details.
Gwendoline Riley wins $175,000 Windham-Campbell Prize for her body of work
Writer Gwendoline Riley has received the Windham-Campbell prize, which comes with $175,000 and is awarded for a body of work. Riley said the call was “unimaginable” and that she felt overwhelmed, adding that the money will make a real difference to her working life, even if it does not change her outlook.
Virginia voters weigh redistricting plan that could favor Democrats
Virginia voters are deciding in a special election whether to replace the state’s current congressional maps with new ones that could give Democrats a major advantage in the November midterms. Former Governor Glenn Youngkin urged conservative activists to treat the vote as a pivotal moment for the state.
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