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Life-threatening flash flooding takes hold of central Texas as storms ravage region
Flash flood emergencies were issued on Thursday for parts of Kerr and Uvalde counties and Texas Hill CountrySign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email “Life threatening” flooding has taken hold in south-central Texas, where up to 20in of rain have already fallen in some areas – just one year after the same region endured catastrophic flooding that killed more than 100 people.Flash flood emergencies were issued on Thursday for parts of Kerr and Uvalde counties, where emergency crews perfor...
Scientists thought this fish had been extinct for 66 million years, until it reappeared
For decades, the coelacanth existed in scientific literature as a creature of the distant past. Fossils showed that members of this ancient fish lineage had lived alongside dinosaurs and vanished from the fossil record around 66 million years ago.
Israeli attacks kill at least five Palestinians in Gaza despite ‘ceasefire’
Attacks continue in violation of the October agreement with more than 1,100 Palestinians killed since then.
NRI says neighbor called cops when she and her husband were arguing
An Indian woman in Texas sought help on social media after her husband was taken by the police based on the complaint of a neighbor who also told the police that the husband frequently shouted at the wife. The wife said when police came they saw minor injury on her as she was pushed during the argument.
Man uses dog's leash to strangle pregnant wife before dying by suicide
A Bengaluru carpenter strangled his pregnant wife and then died by suicide in their rented home. The incident came to light after the house owner heard loud fighting and then silence. Separately, a 20-year-old housekeeping staffer was beaten to death by relatives over a match. The youth was attacked after a volleyball game and succumbed to his injuries later. Police are investigating both incidents and searching for the accused individuals.
Hamas leadership run-off expected between Meshaal and al-Hayya
Israeli assassinations of several key leaders force Hamas to find new head, a process expected to be completed next week
Brains without borders: US central bank picks merit over MAGA hysteria
The TOI correspondent from Washington: At a moment when anti-immigrant rhetoric has become a staple of America's political soundtrack and Indian immigrants have increasingly found themselves in the crosshairs of MAGA hardliners, the US Federal Reserve has delivered an unmistakably different message: when it comes to solving difficult problems, talent trumps tribalism.
Air defences intercept drones over Erbil, Iraq
Verified eyewitness video captures multiple aerial interceptions over Erbil, Iraq
Corn Belt’s old silos are vanishing after 150 years of shaping farms
Towering concrete silos once defined the American Corn Belt landscape. Modern farming has led to the decline of these traditional structures. One woman is documenting nearly two hundred silos built by her grandfather. This effort preserves an important part of agricultural history and rural craftsmanship. These efforts ensure earlier generations' work will not be forgotten.
Japan midwife killed patient with feces-tainted IV, phone history reveals sickening searches
A midwife in Japan has been arrested on suspicion of murdering a 75-year-old hospital patient by contaminating his intravenous drip with human feces, police said Thursday.
Antonelli addresses title gap to Russell after ‘bad luck’
Kimi Antonelli believes "it's really hard to judge" whether a 25-point gap over Mercedes team mate George Russell is a fair margin in their title battle so far, as both drivers have suffered with reliability issues this season.
1.3 km below Atlantic, scientists find water that may fuel sunless life
Scientists found superheated water deep beneath the ocean floor. This water's chemical makeup matches the Lost City's vent fluids. The discovery suggests a hidden source of hot, hydrogen-rich water. This helps understand life surviving without sunlight and potential extraterrestrial life. Further research will clarify underground fluid interactions and energy transport.
UK aid cuts ‘reduce bilateral support to some African countries by 90%’
Critics say Foreign Office figures send ‘global message about the role the country wants to play on international stage’Labour’s foreign aid cuts mean reductions of as much as 90% in the bilateral support the UK will give to some African countries, Foreign Office figures show.The department’s annual report includes a long-awaited breakdown of how the reduction in the aid budget will affect individual countries for the next three years. Continue reading...
Keir Starmer makes Sadiq Khan a peer in the House of Lords
Appointment by outgoing prime minister, potentially opens door for London mayor to join Burnham cabinetSadiq Khan has been given a peerage by Keir Starmer just days before the prime minister stands down, potentially opening the door to one of Labour’s most high-profile mayors joining Andy Burnham’s cabinet in future.The London mayor has long been tipped for the House of Lords, with Starmer said to have been keen to put him there immediately after the May local elections in an attempt to shore up...
Zelenskyy defends sacking Ukraine’s defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov
President says he had to choose ‘one side or the other’ after breakdown of relations between ministry and military leadersEurope live – latest updatesUkraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, has defended his decision to dismiss the country’s popular defence minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, and confirmed reports that relations had broken down between the ministry and the country’s top army leadership.Speaking at a press conference in Kyiv with the British prime minister, Keir Starmer, Zelenskyy said...
UK urges FIFA to investigate Argentina over World Cup Falklands banner
The United Kingdom and Argentina fought a brief war over the British Overseas Territory in 1982.
Smoking rates fall to historic low across Australia despite the rise of illicit tobacco
Long-running AIHW survey shows daily rates of smoking dropped to 5.6% last year – down from 8.3% two years agoGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastDaily smoking rates have fallen to a historic low and are tracking well ahead of national targets, while vaping rates have stabilised, according to the largest nationally representative survey on tobacco use.But those who do smoke are increasingly using illicit tobacco, the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare’s (AIHW) Nati...
‘We are waiting with bated breath’: Super El Niño forecast could make 2027 hottest year on record, BoM says
Most Australian capital cities have at least 80% chance of unusually warm and dry spring as climatologists watch developing system with increasing alarmGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe El Niño climate phenomenon linked to record global temperatures and now locked in place in the Pacific Ocean could develop into the strongest on record, according to Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology.Climatologists are watching the strengthening El Niño with increasing alarm, saying t...
Target of Monaco bomb blames attack on Ukrainian spy agency
Vadym Iermolaiev says military intelligence officers were behind assassination attempt that seriously wounded his wife and childEurope live – latest updatesThe Ukrainian businessman who survived an assassination attempt in Monaco has accused Ukraine’s military intelligence agency of organising the attack.In his first public statement since the bombing that shook the wealthy principality, Vadym Iermolaiev alleged that serving and former officers of the GUR military intelligence agency were behind...
Taylor Swift faces backlash after keeping her wedding dress private
Taylor Swift faced serious online criticism regarding her wedding dress privacy choices. A cybercitizen called her decision performative and attention-seeking. Swift's presence at her husband Travis Kelce's teammate's wedding also drew scrutiny and intense commentary. Her gown reportedly overshadowed the bride's dress in a group photo. Some users defended Swift fiercely, attributing the criticism to seeking engagement.