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16:30 Swimmer's remains found after shark attack in waters off Israel's Mediterranean coast

A man has died after being attacked by a shark off Israel's Mediterranean coast. A search was conducted following the incident on Monday in an area that has long seen close encounters between sharks and beachgoers who sometimes seek them out.

16:22 Child taken to hospital following north Belfast crash

A child has been taken to hospital following a crash involving a car in north Belfast.

16:22 Federal judge accuses White House of ‘bad faith’ in Kilmar Ábrego García case

Judge gives Trump administration deadline to support its claims it doesn’t have to return man to the US

16:22 Trans musician Bells Larsen was forced to cancel his US tour: ‘My livelihood has been robbed’

The Canadian singer-songwriter is releasing an album about his transition. Trump’s ‘dehumanizing’ new passport rules mean he won’t perform it for US fans

16:19 Galway medical device company eyes up workforce expansion as it opens new facility

A new biomedical device manufacturing facility has opened in Galway city, with plans for workforce expansion now on the horizon for the location.

16:16 Galway City Council remove illegal encampment of seven tents after concerns raised

Galway City Council has removed an illegal encampment in the Renmore area following resident’s complaints as one councillor highlighted this issue is becoming more and more common.

16:12 Lithuania’s Capital City Unveils War Evacuation Plan Amid Fears of Russian Aggression - The Moscow Times

The city of Vilnius unveiled a wartime evacuation plan on Wednesday as the Baltic nation says it is bracing for potential threats from Russia amid its ongoing invasion of Ukraine.

16:12 Parking changes revealed for Galway City Hall

Galway City Council will introduce a new parking management system at City Hall, on College Road.

16:02 "If it was a 10 or 15 over run, then the game could have been a little different": LSG assistant coach Vijay Dahiya on their defeat against DC

New Delhi [India], April 23 (ANI): Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) assistant coach Vijay Dahiya acknowledged their team's initial deficit in the game against Delhi Capitals (DC) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL). He explained that they attempted to make a comeback by encouraging Miller to play more aggressively, hoping for a quicker run rate to close the gap. "We were a little behind the game.

16:01 Gold miners are looking cheap here with the commodity at all-time highs, chart analysts say

Technical analysts are noting gold miners can play catch up to the commodity, and have further upside.

16:01 Super for housing sours among key voters

Younger Aussies want practical solutions to the housing market, believing policy announcements will just drive property prices higher.

16:00 Boeing CEO says China has stopped taking its aircraft amid trade war

CEO Kelly Ortberg said that a few 737 Max planes that were in China set to be delivered to carriers there have been flown back to the U.S.

16:00 Watch live: Treasury Sec. Bessent outlines plan to restore 'equilibrium' to world financial system

"China needs to change," Treasury Department chief Scott Bessent told the Institute of International Finance in Washington, D.C.

15:55 Mourners urged to ‘embrace life’ as tributes paid at funeral of young mum who died after road crash

Mourners at the funeral of a young mother-of-two have been urged to “embrace life” after she passed away following a road accident.

15:53 "How AI is Rewriting Creativity: From Music to Coding, Are Humans Still Needed?"

In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has made significant strides in various fields,...

15:52 Jordan bans Muslim Brotherhood in a move that could shut down its largest opposition party

Jordan has announced a sweeping ban on the Muslim Brotherhood that could include shutting down the country’s largest opposition party, after accusing the group of planning attacks.

15:52 Police hunt female Newcastle United fan after supporter has ear bitten

Police have released CCTV images of a woman after a man was headbutted and had his ear bitten as fans celebrated Newcastle United's Carabao Cup victory

15:52 Dad eaten by sharks in Israel tried to fend them off with Go-Pro stick

Barak Tzach, 40, was on his way home from work when he decided to go fishing on Olga Beach, Hadera, on Monday.

15:52 Hairstylist gives girl brutal revenge cut after she arrived 'late'

A Louisiana hairstylist gave an 11-year-old girl a revenge cut after her mother refused to pay the $25 late fee.

15:52 Knifeman obsessed with James Bulger and Southport murders is jailed

Jordan Wilkes, 29, was convicted of attempted murder and possession of a bladed article after stabbing a nine-year-old girl three times with a penknife outside his flat in Christchurch, Dorset.

15:52 Jailed scientist claims ICE is stopping her from curing cancer

A 30-year-old Russian scientist who claims her work is crucial to cancer research has been detained in an ICE facility since February, with possibly months left before her case is resolved.

15:51 Two rival GAA clubs do battle with bids to develop 15-acre site in south Dublin

Two south Dublin GAA clubs are locked in a battle for a 15-acre site on Ticknock Road which has been zoned for sports facilities.

15:50 NatWest chair thanks UK taxpayers for bailout ahead of return to private ownership

Rick Haythornthwaite said bank was indebted to public for £46bn rescue package that kept it afloat in 2008

15:50 Ed Miliband bows to pressure with ban on solar panels linked to Chinese slavery

Energy secretary to force Great British Energy to ensure there is no slavery or human trafficking in its supply chain

15:50 A surprising number of Americans want climate action. But why aren’t there more?

Support for climate action is growing in the US, but partisan divides and fossil fuel interests hold sway

15:50 Dozens of members of UK Jewish body facing disciplinary action over criticism of Israel

Members of Board of Deputies who signed open letter about war in Gaza are now ‘subject to a complaints procedure’

15:49 Russia's GRU Behind Airport Parcel Bombing Plot, European Intelligence Believes - The Moscow Times

European intelligence agencies believe that Russia’s GRU military intelligence service was behind a series of cargo package explosions at airports in Germany, Poland and Britain last summer, German media reported Wednesday.

15:45 Benson Boone hits out at critics for hating him for no ‘good reason’

Benson Boone has hit out critics for saying they hate him without any “good reason”.

15:44 Harvey Weinstein retrial live updates: Opening statements to begin in New York

A majority-female jury will hear opening statements in the rape and sexual assault retrial

15:41 Pahalgam GK Quiz: What does Pahalgam mean? Where is this place in Kashmir

Pahalgam GK Quiz in Hindi: Pahalgam is a district where tourists from the tourists and from outside often prefer to roam. Meanwhile what is Pahalgam? Where is it located? Know here some questions and answers related to this place.

15:41 Disney's $23 million North Carolina purchase: What we know about the new property

The eight-figure purchase makes up only 217 acres of a planned 1,500.

15:41 The European Commission fined Apple and Meta hundreds of millions of euros. Bloomberg writes that this is a little: the EU does not want to provoke Trump to new duties -

The European Commission (EC) fined the American companies Apple Inc. and Meta Platforms Inc. For 500 million euros and 200 million euros, respectively, for violation of the requirements of the law on digital markets (Digital Markets Act (DMA), the regulator’s press release says.

15:39 JD Vance reacts to 'crazy' timing surrounding visit with Pope Francis

Vice President JD Vance reacted to the strange timing of the death of Pope Francis on Wednesday just hours after he met with the ailing pontiff.

15:39 Three in court over death of mother, 62, killed by van at golf club

Three men charged with the manslaughter of Suzanne Cherry, 62, who was killed at a golf course by a van that was being followed by police have appeared in court.

15:39 Female PC who groped colleagues on work night out banned from policing

PC Olivia Clinton, 30, grabbed a fellow officer during a drunken evening with colleagues in Eastbourne, East Sussex.

15:39 Man accused of having multiple jobs at the same time denies fraud

Former civil servant Kashim Chowdhury, 54, from east London, has denied nine counts of fraud after being accused of holding down multiple taxpayer-funded jobs at the same time.

15:37 World's third largest whirlpool with 200 metre rock under sea located in UK

The dangerous vortex is caused by tide changes, and a vast 200m underwater spike which bounces the fast moving water upwards.

15:37 Kensington Palace releases new video of Prince Louis as they issue statement

Prince Louis is celebrating his seventh birthday today and Kensington Palace released a new photo to mark the occasion.

15:37 The State Duma was offered to ban the advertisement of witches, palmists and even nutritionists - but not psychics - Meduza

On April 23, a group of State Duma deputies introduced a bill on the prohibition of advertising “esoteric and energy services, spiritual practices” for consideration by the parliament, follows from the database of the Russian parliament.

15:35 The US vice president said that "there will have to be territorial exchanges" between Russia and Ukraine

The White House extended "a very explicit proposal" for peace between the two countries. "I think it will be close to the current lines (from the front) where the new lines will end up drawing in this conflict," said JD Vance

15:33 Indonesia defies global coal retreat with captive plant boom

JAKARTA — As much of the world shutters coal power plants and shelves new proposals, Indonesia is bucking the trend — adding the third-highest volume of coal capacity globally in 2024, driven largely by the need to power a growing fleet of metal smelters. This places Indonesia among a shrinking group of nations still expanding […]

15:24 Eni Aluko accuses Ian Wright of blocking opportunities for women in football punditry

Eni Aluko has accused Ian Wright of blocking opportunities for women and “dominating” punditry in football.

15:24 Fixing the problems in financial markets will take more than some soft talk from Trump

The president's remarks may prove to be just a temporary Band-Aid for markets.

15:24 'Brexit betrayal' fury as fisherman rages at Labour over 'final nail in coffin'

An angry fisherman said the industry "is dead and forgotten" after Sir Keir Starmer is reportedly preparing to give Brussels a larger share of UK waters.

15:24 Donald Trump issued warning over Vladimir Putin's clever new tactic

Vladimir Putin's apparent concession on Ukrainian terrirory could be a way to entice the US into agreeing to wider Russian peace terms, a source claims.

15:24 Fire erupts in Russian capital city after 'car explodes'

Multiple explosions reportedly preceded the fire.

15:22 Real reason Pete Hegseth's wife won't let him out of her sight

Two sources in the Defense Department told DailyMail.com that Jennifer Rauchet Hegseth has established an outsized presence at the Pentagon, under her husband.

15:22 Wildfire sparks thousands of evacuations in suburban enclave

Officials in the Garden State said over 1,300 structures were threatened and about 3,000 residents have been evacuated due to the Jones Road wildfire in Ocean County.

15:21 ACM Awards: Who could win female artist of the year? Lainey Wilson, Ella Langley among nominees

The Academy of Country Music Awards will return for their 60th annual ceremony on May 8. Here's who could. take home the female artist of the year award.

15:21 Cricket Scotland and former spinner Hamza Tahir reach "amicable resolution" regarding "unfair treatment"

Edinburgh [Scotland], April 22 (ANI): Cricket Scotland on Tuesday confirmed that the board has reached an "amicable resolution" with its ex-player Hamza Tahir, who alleged that he was a victim of racial discrimination when he announced his retirement from international cricket last June. The left-arm spinner, who represented Scotland 49 times across T20Is and ODIs last year, announced that he woul

15:20 Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Wednesday

Wall Street is in rally mode after President Donald Trump said he does not intend to fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell.

15:15 Why cable companies like Comcast and Charter are leaning into mobile service

Less than a decade after cable giants like Comcast and Charter jumped into the mobile business, the segment has become a significant financial driver.

15:12 Prince William and Kate release adorable new Prince Louis pic

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15:07 Kadyrov Appoints Teenage Son as Secretary of Chechen Security Council - The Moscow Times

Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov has appointed his 17-year-old son Adam to serve as secretary of the North Caucasus republic’s security council.

15:06 Wicklow man contacts Cork radio station to help find car he misplaced on stag trip

We’ve all been there, you’ve parked your car and gone away, only to come back not to realise where it is.

15:06 Who is the woman who managed to jump the protocol to fire her friend Pope Francis

None of the Swiss guards came up with the Sister Genevieve Jeanningros, 81, the niece of Léonie Duquet, one of the nuns kidnapped in the last Argentine dictatorship. The story of a relationship of more than 40 years

15:06 One of UK’s most prescribed drugs could reduce death rate of common blood cancer

Researchers discovered that patients who took a statin had a 61 per cent reduced risk of dying from their cancer

15:05 Boy (4) who died after being knocked down in Mullingar housing estate to be laid to rest today

A four-year-old boy who died after he was knocked down by a car inside a midlands housing estate on Monday evening and just days after celebrating his fourth birthday will laid to rest today.

15:02 Atal Pension Yojana: This scheme of Modi government is superhit, resort to old age ... 7 crore people joined for pension

According to PFRDA, in the year 2024-25 more than 1.17 crore new people are joining this scheme every year for the last three years associated with this scheme. Now this scheme is very much liked by people. So far, more than Rs 44780 crore has been deposited under this scheme.

15:02 Texas softball: Where do the Longhorns rank in the polls after beating LSU?

Texas softball rebounded from a series loss to Tennessee by beating LSU. But are the Longhorns still looking up at Texas A&M in the national polls?

15:01 Man Utd ‘reach basic agreement’ to sign £64m Arsenal, Chelsea transfer target

Man Utd have 'reached a basic agreement' to sign Napoli striker Victor Osimhen in the summer transfer window, according to reports.

15:01 Teenage sprint sensation Gout Gout to make World Championship debut in Tokyo

Sprinting phenomenon Gout Gout will make his debut at September’s World Athletics Championships after the 17-year-old was named in Australia’s squad for the Tokyo meet.

15:00 The Smallest Cadillac V-Series SUV Is Almost Here

The 2026 Optiq-V will be the brand's second--ever performance EV, potentially offering more than 500 hp.

15:00 Asian Americans take bigger share of sports viewership, Nielsen says

Asian Americans are taking a bigger share of live sports viewership, according to a recent report from Nielsen.

15:00 YouTube turns 20 and is on track to be the biggest media company by revenue

Twenty years since launching, YouTube would likely be worth as much as $550 billion as a stand-alone business, according to analysts at MoffettNathanson.

15:00 IMF forecasts U.S. fiscal deficit will dip in 2025 thanks to higher tariff revenue

The 191-nation fund credited higher tariff revenue for a somewhat smaller deficit projection.

14:58 Why Tesla’s fall forced Musk to step back from DOGE as profits plummet

A 71 per cent drop in profits and tanking share price have forced Elon Musk to cut down his time as Trump’s costcutter-in-chief. Alicja Hagopian and Karl Matchett explore what happened

14:58 ۱۰ Gold, silver and bronze medals from the efforts of Iranian Taekwondo representatives on the first day

TEHRAN- IRNA- Taekwondo players won four gold, one silver and three bronze at the end of the first day of the World Federation Presidential Cup.

14:56 Polish foreign minister denounces Russian aggression: 'Don't you have enough land?'

Poland’s foreign minister has used an annual address to parliament to send a sharp message to Russian leaders as war continues in neighboring Ukraine.

14:56 Lawyers ask federal judge in Vermont for immediate release of detained Palestinian activist

A federal judge is scheduled to consider a request to immediately release a Palestinian man who led protests against the war in Gaza as a student at Columbia University and was arrested during an interview about finalizing his U.S. citizenship.

14:56 AP PHOTOS: The death of a pope begins a centuries-old ritual to elect his successor

VATICAN CITY (AP) — The death of a pope triggers a centuries-old ritual to elect a new one, involving sacred oaths, the piercing of ballots with a needle and the white or black smoke to signal whether cardinals have chosen a new leader for the world’s 1.3 billion Catholics.

14:56 Palestinian president urges Hamas to lay down arms

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas called on Hamas on Wednesday to lay down arms and hand the running of Gaza to his Palestinian Authority, part of efforts to answer international doubts over the authority's role at a key moment for the region.

14:56 Israeli airstrikes kill 10 in school housing displaced families, hit children's hospital, medics say

An Israeli airstrike on a school sheltering displaced families in northern Gaza killed at least 10 people, while another hit a children's hospital, local health authorities said, taking Wednesday's death toll to 20.

14:56 Make War Acceptable Again: Crimea Today, Taiwan Tomorrow? - The Moscow Times

Opinion | Today’s meeting between the foreign ministers of Britain, France, Germany and Ukraine in London was abruptly downgraded this morning after U.S.

14:55 Asylum seeker could stay in UK after ruling he lied is overturned

An asylum seeker could be allowed to stay in the UK after a judge's ruling against the 'purely fictitious' claim he was trafficked from Albania was overturned.

14:54 Trump reveals whether he will raise taxes on rich in secret message

It came after reports Trump is considering hiking taxes on those who earn more than $1 million a year.

14:54 Mystery as wife is killed in construction accident at $1M mansion

The horrific incident took place at an under construction property in Oakton, Virginia at around 4:35pm on Tuesday.

14:51 A battle looms over rule of law as some courts start to flex their muscles against Trump

Whether federal courts can force Trump to comply with their orders is an essential question for US democracy

14:51 Former child actor Sophie Nyweide dies aged 24

Nyweide began her career aged just six in Bella and went on to work on films including And Then Came Love, Margot at the Wedding and Noah

14:51 Taiwan president will not attend Pope Francis’s funeral

Taiwan to send former vice-president despite Vatican being one of country’s few diplomatic allies

14:51 Tesla investors welcome Elon Musk’s move to step back from Doge – US politics live

Profits at the billionaire’s carmaker fell 71% amid a backlash over his role at the White House

14:51 Richard Branson accuses Trump of ‘doing so much damage’ to the world

Virgin Atlantic founder says ‘erratic’ decisions from US president have been ‘awful for everyone’

14:51 Reckitt Benckiser shares fall as investors prepare for Trump tariff impact

Slough-based consumer goods business sees 6% share price drop amid supply chain and market concerns

14:51 Thousands more driving tests planned to cut waiting times in Britain

More trainers and overtime for examiners but target to cut queue to seven weeks will not be hit until 2026

14:50 Mark Rylance condemns music festivals for turning London park into ‘prison camp’

Sir Mark Rylance has said annual music festivals held in a London park turn the site into a “prison camp”.

14:49 ‘I like pushing boundaries’: Yinka Shonibare on his landmark art show in Madagascar

The British-Nigerian artist explores colonialism and connection in his first major solo exhibition in Africa. Plus, a grime MC goes oyster farming

14:49 Cluster headaches are ‘the most painful condition on the planet’. Sufferers are going to extreme – and secretive – measures for relief

The condition is more excruciating than childbirth or gunshot wounds, but little understood. An online community of ‘clusterheads’ are self-experimenting with psilocybin – with promising results

14:49 Barriers at the basilica: the logistical challenges of Pope Francis’s funeral

Defence and security mechanisms are being across Rome as authorities expect crowds of up to 200,000 people

14:49 Sharon Osbourne calls for Kneecap rappers’ US visas to be revoked after Israel criticism

Irish language group uses Coachella gig to denounce Gaza attacks, saying ‘Palestinians have nowhere to go’

14:49 Fears grow that Signal leaks make Pete Hegseth top espionage target

Experts say Pentagon chief has endangered secrets of US defense department and given assistance to foreign spies

14:49 Ofwat investigating ‘rip-off’ cost of water firms’ infrastructure works

Watchdog for England and Wales looking into claims refurbishment costs are ‘breathtakingly high’ compared with other countries

14:49 Paddleboard guide jailed for 10 years over deaths of four people in Wales

Nerys Lloyd had pleaded guilty to gross negligence manslaughter over expedition in swollen River Cleddau

14:49 Keir Starmer urges MPs to ‘lower the temperature’ in debate on gender ruling

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch pushes PM on what she says is a change of stance over definition of a woman

14:47 Federal Emergency Declared Over Wildfires in Far East’s Zabaikalsky Region - The Moscow Times

Russian authorities on Wednesday declared a federal-level state of emergency in the Far Eastern Zabaikalsky region as wildfires continue to rage across vast swathes of forest. “About 92% of all forest fire areas in the country are currently in the Zabaikalsky region,” said Ivan Sovetnikov, head of Russia’s Federal Forestry Agency (Rosleskhoz). The federal emergency designation transfers responsibi

14:45 Bitcoin heads toward $95,000, rising for a third day and turning positive on the year

Bitcoin rose for a third day in a broad relief rally after Trump softened his stance on China tariffs Fed Chair Jerome Powell.

14:42 Tigers boss called out over Benji claim

The claim from Wests Tigers boss Shane Richardson that wantaway No. 6 Lachlan Galvin never insulted Benji Marshall’s coaching ability has been called out.

14:41 Liverpool icon Klopp to consider FOUR teams if managing again with return to England cited

Jurgen Klopp will consider taking the managerial reins with four teams if choosing to return in 2026, and Real Madrid - where he already has a key ally - are among them

14:41 ‘Smart’ first Liverpool summer signing thunders closer as Real Madrid sour on Spain star

The Reds are being backed to finalise their first summer signing early in the window, with a deal for a £50m Spain star now potentially just 39 days away.

14:41 [Breaking News] Osaka/Kansai Expo's number of visitors exceeded 1 million, and commemorative ceremony was achieved on the 11th day of the season. The expected number of visitors during the event is 28.2 million, an average of 150,000 people per day is bel

On the 23rd, the 11th day since the Osaka-Kansai Expo began, the number of visitors, including those involved, exceeded 1 million. After receiving the breakthrough, the Expo Association holds a ceremony at the venue.

14:41 Honda Sara becomes an exclusive model for "Ray" "I was so happy crying for the first time in my life." My dreams are Suzuki Airi and Nogizaka46 Kanakawa Saya

[Model Press = 2025/04/23] Honda Sara, who is active as a talent and model, has become an exclusive model for the women's fashion magazine "Ray" (Publisher: DONUTS Co., Ltd. / Publisher: Shufunotomosha Co., Ltd.). Improving has just arrived. [Exclusive web comment] (Photo: Honda Sara: Provided by: June 2025 issue of Ray, Photographed by MARCO) ◆ Honda Sara is pleased to be appointed exclusive mode

14:41 Nogizaka46 Sato Kaede's last appearance before graduation, Nogizaka46's "Nogizaka46's "No" - Reminiscing about her activities over the past 8.5 years and talking about her feelings for her fans

[Model Press = 2025/04/23] Nogizaka46's Sato Kaede will be appearing on Bunka Broadcasting's "Nogizaka46's "No"" (every Sunday from 6:00 to 6:30pm) on April 27th. This will be his final appearance before graduating from the group. (Photo: Sato Kaede, Sugawara Sakitsuki (C) Bunka Broadcasting) ◆ Sato Kaede appears in "Nogizaka46's "No" before graduation" This program explores the new side of Nogiza

14:41 SpaceX proposes increase in rocket launches from Cape Canaveral and new landing zone

A FAA environmental review is being drafted, which would allow SpaceX to increase launches, and construct a landing site on SLC-40.

14:40 Nepal announces its snow leopard population after first-of-its-kind assessment

KATHMANDU — Following decades of speculation, skepticism and lack of consensus, Nepal’s government has announced the country’s first-ever consolidated national estimate of snow leopards (Panther uncia): 397 individuals. The figure, which translates to 1.56 individuals per 100 square kilometers (38.6 square miles), was reported by an expert committee following months of work which involved aggregat

14:39 Ex-police officer ‘not qualified’ to lead paddleboarding tour jailed after four die

Nerys Bethan Lloyd pleaded guilty to four counts of gross negligence manslaughter

14:35 MLA reports NI shop selling republican regalia to Trading Standards

A shop selling republican regalia has been branded “deeply provocative” by a unionist politician.

14:35 Cigarettes, cash and alcohol taken by masked man during Belfast robbery

A masked man made off with cigarettes, cash and alcohol following a robbery in south Belfast.

14:34 Guiding surface water to aquifers and building industrialization; ار Substance strategy

TEHRAN- IRNA- The head of the Road, Housing and Urban Development Research Center cited the guidance of surface water to preserve the aquifers as well as the industrialization of the building, as two basic strategies to prevent the subsidence crisis.

14:33 Here are Wednesday's biggest analyst calls: Nvidia, Apple, Tesla, Cava, Toast, Roblox, Coinbase, Duolingo & more

Here are Wednesday's biggest calls on Wall Street.

14:30 Dutton’s ‘personal’ promise on DV action

A national register allowing police to share information about convicted domestic abusers across state lines would be implemented if a Coalition government is elected next month.

14:30 Albo’s $1.2bn pledge amid Trump’s tariff threat

The Albanese government will invest $1.2bn into Australia’s critical minerals supply, which will likely play a major role in negotiating a tariff carveout from the Trump administration.

14:29 Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: Boeing, Tesla, BP, Eli Lilly and more

These are the stocks posting the largest moves in premarket trading.

14:28 Starmer refuses to apologise to Rosie Duffield over transphobia row

Kemi Badenoch accused the PM of ‘hounding’ the gender critical MP out of the Labour Party in a series of ugly exchanges in the Commons

14:28 Beware this stock trap that's not as defensive as you think

Frank Holland breaks down what traders are watching ahead of the new session.

14:22 Tenerife fire horror as dozens of firefighters battle blaze in tourist hotspot

Tourists and residents have been urged to keep windows and doors closed throughout the region.

14:22 'Rachel Reeves ready to lower drawbridge to Europe's youth'

The EU is demanding a youth mobility scheme as the price of a closer relationship with the bloc

14:22 Labour council wastes £50k on banning ice cream van from street - and loses

A Greenwich councillor was forced to say the council was "not anti-ice cream".

14:22 Hotel worker with 'foot fetish' jailed for 10 years after string of sex attacks

Fahmy appeared at the same court via video link from HMP Wormwood Scrubs

14:21 Paddleboard instructor who guided four to their deaths is jailed

Nerys Lloyd, 39, organised the weekend paddleboard outing on the Cleddau River in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, which ended in tragedy in October 2021.

14:21 Dramatic moment police storm the home of an alleged hacker

The early morning raid in Sydney's east unfolded almost a month after cybercrime detectives were alerted to the breach of thousands of sensitive court documents across the state

14:19 Excruciating moment star refuses to speak during live TV interview

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14:17 A set of first editions of Shakespeare's plays could fetch $6 million at auction

A set of the first four editions of William Shakespeare’s collected works is expected to sell for up to 4.5 million pounds ($6 million) at auction next month.

14:14 Beloved figure of Irish athletics, Pat Naughton, passes away aged 92

After 92 years – a life spent running, jumping, throwing and racing – Pat Naughton is finally at rest.

14:01 What we know about luxurious South Korean passenger plane at Vero Beach Regional Airport

The privately-owned jet has been photographed across the world; including Czechia, Uzbekistan, Thailand, China and Norway, according to Planespotters.net.

13:59 The Council of Ministers agrees to amend some provisions of the decision to establish the executive body for land improvement projects - the seventh day

The Council of Ministers agreed to amend some provisions of the Presidential Resolution No. 2431 of 1971 to establish the executive body for land improvement projects.

13:59 The Council of Ministers issues the executive regulations of the law to organize hazardous animals and dogs - the seventh day

The Council of Ministers approved the Prime Minister’s draft resolution to issue the executive regulations of the law regulating the possession of dangerous animals and dogs, issued by Law No. 29 of 2023.

13:59 As Trump's EPA ends 'environmental justice,' minority communities may pay a price

From her home on Louisiana's "Cancer Alley," Lydia Gerard looks down at her 8-month-old great-granddaughter and wonders if she will one day suffer the same fate as her many friends and relatives whose lives were cut short by the disease.

13:59 Ukraine is ready to negotiate but not to surrender, deputy PM says

Ukraine is ready to negotiate but not to surrender, Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko said on Wednesday as details emerged in media reports of a U.S. proposal for a deal which would see Ukraine give up almost all territory currently occupied by Russia.

13:58 Arab League: ethnic cleansing the goal of the occupation ... and we call for the support of the Cairo Summit proposal - the seventh day

The Secretary -General of the League of Arab States, Ahmed Aboul Gheit, said that the passage of 80 years since the establishment of the "Arab House" is a cause of pride in light of the continuity of this project, which aims to promote joint Arab work.

13:58 The Prime Minister expresses on behalf of the government, sincere condolences for the death of the Vatican Pope - the seventh day

Dr. Mustafa Madbouly, Prime Minister, today chaired the weekly meeting of the government at its headquarters in the new administrative capital; This is to discuss a number of topics and files.

13:58 Government: Apply for President El -Sisi's directives to provide an investment climate - the seventh day

Dr. Mustafa Madbouly, Prime Minister, today chaired the weekly meeting of the government at its headquarters in the new administrative capital; This is to discuss a number of topics and files.

13:58 The Tunnels Authority: The operation of the monoel experimental from the capital to the Mashfir next July - the seventh day

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13:58 The most important bridges of the first line of the fast train - the seventh day

The Ministry of Transport is implementing the high train network and consists of 3 lines with a total of 2000 km and 60 stations with a total number of 2 main workshops and 5 points for maintenance. The fleet of this network is 41 fast trains

13:58 To meet climate change .. London agrees with experiments to blackout the sun with 50 million pounds - the seventh day

In the context of efforts to combat unbridled climate, Britain is heading to agree to a financing of up to 50 million pounds for external experiences to blackout sunlight, and the ARIA will announce.

13:58 The Council of Ministers approves 13 decisions during its weekly meeting .. Get to know them - the seventh day

In its meeting today, headed by Dr. Mustafa Madbouly, the Council of Ministers approved several decisions.

13:58 Council of Ministers: Plastic currencies, 10 and 20 pounds, and have not been stopped - the seventh day

The Media Center of the Council of Ministers published a video clip on its platforms on social media, showing the truth about the rumors about the Egyptian Central Bank issued a decision to stop printing plastic coins 10 and 20 pounds.

13:58 Representative cultivation announces the start of the payment of one billion pounds of cotton farmers ’dues - the seventh day

Representative Hisham Al -Hosary, Chairman of the Agriculture and Irrigation Committee in the House of Representatives and the decision of the Agriculture and Food Security Committee in the national dialogue, announced the start of the payment of late dues for cotton farmers, starting from today.

13:57 5 things to know before the stock market opens Wednesday

Here are the most important news items that investors need to start their trading day.

13:53 Major blow for long-awaited rural Cork health facility as its developers pull out of project

Kanturk has received a blow this week with the news that a brand-new primary healthcare centre has been further delayed.

13:52 Third Point's Dan Loeb says he's sold out of nearly all of his 'Magnificent 7' holdings

"We sold out of our Mag 7 holdings. Early on we got out of Meta, and reduced our Amazon. We got out of basically all of them," Dan Loeb said.

13:49 Judge Orders Steps To Reverse Shutdown Of US Government Funded Broadcaster VOA

A federal court judge in Washington ordered the Trump administration to reverse its efforts aimed at forcing the closure Voice of America (VOA), which was shutdown last month in a move the broadcaster had called illegal.

13:47 Helen McEntee to announce more measures to encourage teachers abroad to return to Ireland

Education Minister Helen McEntee has vowed to outline more measures that will encourage teachers to return to Ireland in a bid to tackle the recruitment and retention crisis.

13:44 Major city rocked by earthquake

A 6.2 magnitude earthquake has rocked the Turkish city of Istanbul with shocks felt as far away as Bulgaria.

13:43 Sister of victim in El Paso Walmart mass shooting hugs gunman in court

Yolanda Tinajero said in court she wanted to hug the man who killed her brother and 22 others in a racist attack. The judge let her.

13:34 TUI to ballot for industrial action if Leaving Cert reform talks ‘fail to deliver acceptable outcome’

The Teachers’ Union of Ireland (TUI) will ballot for industrial action if talks on Leaving Cert reform “fail to deliver an acceptable outcome”.

13:34 An attack on the resistance, or to resort to the occupation? .. Abbas's statements ignite widespread controversy

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas sparked a wave of anger and controversy among the pioneers of social media platforms, against the backdrop of his recent statements, which included a sharp attack on the Palestinian resistance in Gaza, led by Hamas.

13:27 Construction work begins on new multi-million euro enterprise and digital hub in Monaghan

Work has begun on a new multi-million euro enterprise and digital hub in county Monaghan.

13:26 Tipperary community to protest against mast next to primary school and homes – ‘This is a David vs Goliath battle’

A community in Co Tipperary are gearing up for a protest to oppose the construction of a 15m high telecoms mast next to homes, a primary school and a creche.

13:24 An expected visit to Macron .. Iraq wants to hold the Iraqi -French Business Forum in Baghdad

Alsumaria News - A policy of Prime Minister Mohamed Shi'a Al -Sudani, today, Wednesday, welcomed the upcoming visit of French President Emmanuel Macron to Iraq, between Iraq’s desire to hold the Iraqi -French Business Forum in the capital, Baghdad.

13:24 In conjunction with the political war in Iraq, an Iranian media adopts a statement by the Sudanese against visitors

Alsumaria News-Policy that has been widely addressed to Iranian media, strange statements attributed to Prime Minister Muhammad Shi'a Al-Sudani, in which he accused him of attacked Iranian visitors, expressing his annoyance that they eat and drink for free and do not spend anything in Iraq, and they search in the garbage for things they may sell and benefit from, but an Iranian facts script have a

13:24 The first comment from Erdogan after the Istanbul earthquake

Alsumaria News - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed his safety for citizens following the earthquake that struck Istanbul this afternoon Wednesday.

13:23 Reeves is besieged on all sides and needs a dramatic intervention to save the economy

As Rachel Reeves prepares for a career defining speech in Washington DC, political editor David Maddox looks at the competing forces turning her dreams of economic growth into a nightmare

13:21 Warning over the dangerous nuclear precedent being set by Putin

Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant was seized by Valdimir Putin’s troops in spring 2022 and has been held as a threat over the nearby Ukrainian residents ever since

13:18 How the anti-abortion movement embraced fringe ‘abolitionists’ and became more punitive

A movement that believes abortion should be treated as homicide has grown alongside a Republican penchant for punishment

13:18 Anger in Cork at City Council’s decision not to open a book of condolence for Pope Francis

A Cork TD has slammed City Council on its decision not to open a book of condolence for the recently deceased Pope Francis.

13:17 Britain’s largest building society to cut mortgage rates as low as 3.89%

The cuts were announced as both HSBC UK and First Direct announced changes to stress rates

13:17 Truth about origin of video of Keir Starmer and Lord Alli 'kissing'

The blurry ten-second clip, which appears to have first surfaced on TikTok and has since clocked up millions of views, purports to show the two men kissing passionately.

13:17 JD Vance tells Russia and Ukraine: Do a deal or US 'will walk away'

Vance spoke as envoys from Washington, Kyiv and European nations gathered for talks in Britain amid a new US push to end Russia's war in Ukraine.

13:17 Father and son drown on dream holiday to Australia are named

Robin Reed, 46, and his son Owen, 17, from Caerphilly, South Wales, were swept out to sea on April 13 while swimming at Round Hill Head in Seventeen Seventy, Queensland.

13:14 Cork principal warns proposed reform of senior cycle would entail flood of AI-generated project work

The principal of a prominent Cork City secondary school says that the Government needs to learn from past mistakes regarding the proposed reforms of the senior cycle curriculum.

13:11 China lunar chief accuses US of interfering in joint space programmes

The chief designer of China's lunar exploration programme accused the United States on Wednesday of interfering in Beijing's pushes to cooperate with Europe and other foreign partners in space programmes.

13:11 Trump cuts threaten free vaccine program for kids amid measles outbreak

Dr. Ali Sherif normally gives about 50 doses of the measles vaccine to children each month at his clinic in Hobbs, New Mexico, near the Texas state line.

13:11 Google, X next targets as Europe stays tough on tech regulation

Alphabet's Google and Elon Musk's X may be the next to face fines from European regulators, as they stay tough on Big Tech despite concerns of retaliatory U.S. tariffs, according to three sources with direct knowledge of the matter.

13:08 Prince Harry makes 'veiled threat' as latest security row sparks new book fears

A royal expert suggested Prince Harry could be "plotting" a second bombshell book after the comments he made in London earlier this month.

13:08 Fears that sanctioned Russian wood is entering the UK illegally

Blood stained Russian birch wood could be entering the UK illegally.

13:07 Israeli ministers refuse to introduce aid to Gaza and demand the occupation of the Strip

Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz and the Minister of Finance in Salafel Smotrich renewed their refusal to introduce humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, while Smotic Netanyahu called for the occupation of the Gaza Strip.

13:07 A 6.2 -magnitude earthquake hit Istanbul

Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerli said that a 6.2 -magnitude earthquake occurred in the Silveri area on the Sea of ​​Marmara in Istanbul, urgent, adding that the disaster management teams have started field survey operations.

13:05 ALDI launch Community Grants Programme at Cork store amid appeal to local charities

Charities and community groups across Cork City and County are invited to apply for over €86,000 worth of grants issued by ALDI Ireland’s 2025 Community Grants Programme.

13:03 Several Wall Street shops trim their Apple price targets ahead of earnings next week

Multiple banks pulled back their target prices for shares ahead of the company's quarterly financial report.

13:02 Police probing ‘quantity of jewellery’ stolen in Co Down burglary

Police are probing the theft of a “quantity of jewellery” which was taken during a burglary in Co Down at the weekend.

13:00 Boeing to seek FAA approval to increase 737 Max production as losses narrow

Boeing's first quarter loss narrowed to $31 million in the first quarter and it burned less cash than analysts estimated.

13:00 Weekly mortgage demand plunges nearly 13%, as interest rates hit 2-month high

Mortgage demand continues to drop as mortgage rates climb to a two-month high. Refinance demand is hit the most, while homebuyers face economic uncertainty.

13:00 Apple AI ads did not make ‘adequate’ disclosures, watchdog says

The decision is the latest blow to Apple's reputation with artificial intelligence technology and its struggles to market the iPhone 16's AI features.

12:55 New Jersey forest fire forces thousands to evacuate and temporarily closed a major highway

A wildfire burning in New Jersey has forced thousands of people to evacuate and temporarily closed a stretch of a major highway.

12:54 The factors that will decide Marcus Rashford’s future after Aston Villa loan

Marcus Rashford won't decide his future until the summer, despite his impressive form on loan at Aston Villa.

12:53 Minister grilled over war simulation

Defence Minister Richard Marles has baulked at comments labelling a military operation involving Australian troops in the Philippines as “preparing for war with China”.

12:52 See inside historical Connemara golf course with stunning sea views on the market for €1.25m

A sea-front nine-hole golf course and private harbour in the heart of Connemara, Co Galway has been listed on the market for €1,250,000.

12:52 ‘Nepo babies should be doing stuff like this’: are rich people ruining or reviving club culture?

London’s underground dance scene is increasingly funded by inherited wealth. From Mike Ashley’s son to a Tetra Pak heir, monied promoters explain their motivations

12:52 UK peace talks on Ukraine downgraded as Marco Rubio pulls out

Planned ministerial-level talks replaced by discussions at official level amid reports of change in Kremlin stance

12:45 UK households with big gardens face huge water bill blow

Water UK wants the current fixed standing charge to be abolished amid a raft of changes the industry body is calling for.

12:45 GB News guest sparks St George's fury - being English 'nothing to be proud of'

Eamonn Holmes, presenting alongside Nana Akua, pushed back against the claim made during a discussion about the concept of national pride.

12:44 Super-rich using Grand Designs planning loophole to build mansions

A planning loophole has become a growing trend among the super-affluent to build ultra modern homes in protected areas of the British countryside, often appearing on Grand Designs.

12:44 Sandbanks developer's plans to turn garage into Airbnb rejected

Peter Mullins has tried and failed to get permission to redevelop his 19 foot-wide garage in Poole, Dorset, after buying the property for £600,000 in 2021.

12:44 TikTok tourists are besieging our beauty spots, leaving piles of waste

Masses of day trippers descending on rural beauty spots across the UK over the Easter weekend have been lambasted by locals who say they are being 'besieged'.

12:44 Ed Miliband set to U-turn and ban solar panels made by slave labour

The Energy Secretary will reportedly introduce an amendment to legislation forcing GB Energy to ensure 'slavery and human trafficking' is not part of its supply chain.

12:41 Strong 6.2-magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul

It’s one of the most powerful quakes to hit the city in recent years

12:36 The Syrian President: Any chaos in Syria will harm the whole world, not just neighboring countries

Details shortly ..

12:36 The European Union fined Apple with 570 million dollars and a goal with 228 million for violating competition standards

The sanctions are the first under the Digital Markets Law (DMA), the new block standard to regulate the market power of large Internet platforms

12:35 Russian Police Search Homes of ‘Undesirable’ Opposition Politicians - The Moscow Times

Russian law enforcement authorities carried out searches at the homes of four former opposition politicians in Moscow on suspicion that they have ties to an “undesirable” organization, state media reported Wednesday.

12:35 Apple fined $570 million and Meta $228 million for breach of EU law

Apple was fined 500 million euros ($570 million) on Wednesday and Meta 200 million euros, as European Union antitrust regulators handed out the first sanctions under landmark legislation aimed at curbing the power of Big Tech.

12:35 Putin says Russia lacks certain weapons despite beefing up military production

Russia's armed forces still lack certain weapons despite significantly increasing arms production last year, President Vladimir Putin told a meeting of the state Military-Industrial Commission on Wednesday.

12:35 Forget the film: Vatican is preparing for the real 'Conclave'

As the Vatican prepares for the secret meeting of cardinals who will pick a successor to Pope Francis, forget - to some extent - what you may have learned from "Conclave", last year's hit movie depicting high-level power games and backstabbing among the red-robed clerics.

12:35 Lexus Gives The 2026 ES Sedan The Full-Blown Prius Treatment, With An Even Greater Twist

Welcome to a new era of Lexus luxury sedans.

12:33 A ministerial meeting was postponed in London after Ukraine rejected the American plan

The British government announced the postponement of the talks scheduled for London on Wednesday between the foreign ministers of a number of countries to discuss peace in Ukraine, after Kiev rejected Washington's plan to recognize Russia's sovereignty over the Crimea.

12:32 Bernstein says there's a buying opportunity in this fast casual food chain that can rally 40%

The firm raised its rating on the stock to outperform from market perform.

12:31 Meta says EU trying to “handicap” US firms after new fines, amid Trump anger at Europe

Meta has lashed out at the EU’s latest round of big tech fines, accusing it of trying to “handicap” it and other US firms.

12:31 As Pope Francis lies in state, Catholics gather in Rome to say goodbye

Maria Pia Caruso travelled to Rome from her hometown in northern Italy after she learned Pope Francis had died at age 88, to say a final goodbye to a pontiff she believes brought important changes to the global Catholic Church.

12:31 Americans sour on Trump's handling of the economy, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Americans elected President Donald Trump in hopes that he would fight inflation and boost the U.S. economy, but as he approaches his 100th day in office they are giving the Republican poor marks for his handling of both, a new Reuters/Ipsos poll shows.

12:31 Exclusive: US-China fentanyl talks hang by thread amid trade war

Talks continue between the U.S. and China on tackling the fentanyl epidemic amid the bitter trade war between the world’s two largest economies, four U.S. officials familiar with the discussions told Reuters, even as American negotiators claim the Chinese are failing to negotiate in good faith.

12:30 Jay Di Vance: The United States will get out of negotiations on the completion of the Russian-Ukrainian war if Moscow and Kyiv reject Washington's plan-Meduza

The United States has developed specific proposals for the end of the war between Russia and Ukraine. Washington will come out of negotiations if Moscow and Kyiv do not agree with this plan, US Vice President Jay Di Wance said during a visit to India.

12:30 How to avoid falling victim to an insurance catch like the Ecclestones

Home insurers are now accepting as few as one in three claims to get properties fixed after fires, flooding and other issues, with rejections rising in recent years.

12:30 SAS veterans' fury at being 'unjustly hounded' over Northern Ireland

Special forces veteran Phil Campion was enraged that his comrades could be hit by future murder probes over their service. 'We're being unfairly hounded. It's insane,' he said.

12:30 Data confirms urban rural wealth divide with incomes in Stillorgan more than double those in Longford

People living in the South Dublin local authority of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown have the highest incomes for a council area.

12:30 Eli Lilly sues four telehealth sites selling compounded Zepbound, Mounjaro

Eli Lilly & Co. is suing four telehealth companies selling compounded versions of Lilly's weight-loss drug Zepbound and its diabetes drug Mounjaro.

12:26 Why is the US right so obsessed with the Obamas’ marriage? | Arwa Mahdawi

Conservative commentators can’t stand the idea that people they loathe can live fulfilling lives

12:26 What did Pope Francis think of JD Vance? His view was more than clear | Jan-Werner Mueller

Francis was as outspoken as could be without naming names, when he criticized Vance in his February letter to US bishops

12:26 A silent majority of the world’s people wants stronger climate action. It’s time to wake up | Mark Hertsgaard and Kyle Pope

About 89% of the public want their governments to do more to tackle the climate crisis – but don’t know they’re the majority

12:23 Clare County Council team up with Birdwatch Ireland to undertake survey on nesting Choughs

Clare County Council’s Biodiversity Office and Birdwatch Ireland are teaming up to undertake a coastal survey for nesting Chough as part of a conservation strategy.

12:22 Andrew Flintoff opens up on car crash ordeal and ‘finding comfort’ in cricket return

Andrew Flintoff has lifted the lid on the terrifying car crash that almost took his life and his subsequent return to cricket, revealing: ‘I still get flashbacks - but I’ve found comfort in the dressing room’.

12:21 Eagles final mock draft: We make every pick in 2025 NFL Draft, with big Round 1 surprise

Howie Roseman has always been bold in the NFL Draft. But this Round 1 move would be historic, even for him

12:20 Starmer condemned over call for trans women to use male toilets

Exclusive: A member of Labour’s ruling National Executive Committee claims Sir Keir Starmer is telling trans people to put themselves in harm’s way

12:18 Earthquake in the Sea of Marmara shakes Istanbul but no immediate reports of injuries

Turkey’s emergency management agency says an earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.2 has shaken Istanbul.

12:18 Indian-controlled Kashmir has been the scene of many violent attacks in past decades

At least 26 people were killed and more than a dozen injured after gunmen opened fire on a group of tourists in Indian-controlled Kashmir.

12:18 Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial is set for opening statements at a different #MeToo moment

Five years after Harvey Weinstein’s original #MeToo trial delivered a searing reckoning for one of Hollywood’s most powerful figures, the ex-studio boss is on trial again after an appeals court threw out his landmark rape conviction.

12:16 Tesla gets a slew of price target cuts after big earnings miss

After Tesla's first-quarter earnings miss, Wall Street analysts are wondering what's next for the electric vehicle giant.

12:15 Clare’s Phoenix House set to become student accommodation

Shannon town’s Phoenix House building is set to become student accommodation. It is hoped the building, which is attached to Shannon’s town centre, will be ready for students from September 2025 - however, this is yet to be confirmed.

12:12 Missionary nun from Co Cavan cared for Pope Francis as newborn in Argentina

A missionary nun from Co Cavan was among those who cared for Pope Francis in his earliest days in Argentina.

12:12 Balta breaks silence after learning his fate

Richmond’s Noah Balta has broken his silence, speaking publicly for the first time since he avoided jail time for assault on Tuesday.

12:10 Galway busker tells story behind viral proposal moment in city – ‘I was more nervous than he was’

A Galway busker has described how he ended up playing an important part in a couple’s proposal after a video of the moment went viral on social media.

12:10 Democratic lawmakers question Justice Department over warning to fired official

Democratic lawmakers on Wednesday pressed the U.S. Justice Department to explain its decision to dispatch armed agents to deliver a letter warning a fired employee about her planned testimony before members of Congress.

12:10 Kremlin says sides in Ukraine peace talks still need to narrow their differences

The Kremlin said on Wednesday that countries involved in peace talks around Ukraine still needed to narrow their differences and that there were "a lot of nuances" that needed to be worked out before any deal could be reached.

12:10 Tariffs may mean more US steel jobs. Will there be workers to fill them?

Thomas Reisinger commutes almost an hour-and-a-half each way for a job in a cavernous steel processing plant here.

12:06 Mohamed Salah surpasses the English Premier League stars with a new number - the seventh day

Mohamed Salah, the star of the Egyptian national team and the Liverpool club, has achieved a distinguished number in the Premier League, "Premier League", beating many of the most famous stars of the world.

12:06 Chairman of the Roads Authority: We blow up 25 million cubic meters, filling the rapid train path - the seventh day

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12:05 All-New Nissan Frontier Pro Looks Epic, Packs Plug-in Hybrid Power, But Has One Big Problem

Nissan has bowed out of the pickup truck segment in America, but the new plug-in hybrid Frontier is a looker that needs to make it stateside.

12:00 Macroom’s Briery Gap aims to become the music hub of Midwest Cork

Macroom’s Briery Gap has relaunched itself as a hub for both local and international artists to entertain the masses as one of the top spots for live music and become the “key destination point” for live music in Ireland.

11:58 Pope Francis latest: Mourners view Pontiff’s coffin at St Peter’s as thousands queue

Crowds of pilgrims are expected to flock to the Vatican for Pope Francis’ funeral on Saturday

11:56 EU slaps new fines on Apple and Meta for competition breaches

European Union watchdogs fined Apple and Meta hundreds of millions of euros Wednesday as they stepped up enforcement of the 27-nation bloc’s digital competition rules.

11:54 Gunmen kill 2 security officials assigned to protect polio workers in southwest Pakistan

Officials say gunmen have shot and killed two security officials assigned to protect polio workers in restive southwestern Pakistan.

11:54 Six whistleblower claims at asylum centres last year, as watchdog warns on lack of inspections

Six whistleblowers made allegations of possible wrongdoing in international protection centres last year, as the ombudsman for protected disclosures raised concerns about a lack of inspections of asylum seeker accommodation.

11:54 Moment Labour minister is skewered in fiery Sky News trans row

Dame Diana Johnson was grilled by Sky News anchor Wilfred Frost.

11:54 Starmer claims Labour is 'the patriotic party' on St George's Day

The Prime Minister used a celebrity reception at No10 to warn of the 'never-ending fight for our flag and what it represents'.

11:54 Hero suffers horror injuries as he stops baby being attacked by dogs

William Newbury, 22, had been dropping off gifts for a friend on Mother's Day when he was thrust into a terrifying ordeal - facing down three out-of-control Staffordshire bull terriers.

11:54 Everyone says the same thing as new Prince Louis photo released

Kensington Palace released a new photo of Prince Louis and royal fans spotted that something was missing.

11:54 Police U-turn on refusal to probe trans activists' death threat signs

A number of activists were pictured holding signs threatening violence towards 'TERFS' while taking part in Saturday's protest.

11:54 Mother's horror after 'rape gang lured her daughter into car'

Today in harrowing testimony the victim's mother wept as she told how she discovered what had happened after her daughter returned following the two-day ordeal.

11:54 ‘Horrible’: Pop star’s mum breaks down

The mother of Australian singer Vanessa Amorosi has broken her silence over her bitter court battle with her daughter, revealing that she has yet to be paid the hundreds of thousands of dollars owed to her.

11:51 Indian security forces hunt militants after 26 tourists killed in Kashmir attack

Incident apparently involving four gunmen is worst attack on civilians in India since Mumbai shootings in 2008

11:48 Prince Louis shows off missing front teeth in birthday photo

The photo was taken earlier this month by Josh Shinner in Norfolk

11:42 Roman Abramovich to break silence on Chelsea sale in new book

Former Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich will break his silence on his sale of the club in a new book to be released this summer.

11:41 Chinese company announces another huge advance in EV battery technology

Chinese company announces another huge advance in EV battery technology - CATL manufactures around one-third of the world’s electric vehicle batteries and supplies 16 of the leading global automakers

11:41 Pope’s final words of thanks to nurse revealed as funeral plans begin

Pope’s final words of thanks to nurse revealed as funeral plans begin - Prince William will attend funeral at Vatican on behalf of King Charles

11:41 Love You: India did amazing, AI made of world's first release, movie has 12 songs

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now being used everywhere. AI is also eating people's jobs. Now Kannada Cinema has achieved a historical achievement. The world's first fully made by AI is 'Love You' which is director S. Narasimhamurthy directed. He has described the film as a 'digital miracle'. The most unique thing about this film ...

11:41 Lawyer wins divorce battle over payout to ex-wife - after 16 YEARS

KC Jason Galbraith-Marten, 57, and his Australian ex Catherine de Renée (pictured), have been battling in divorce courts since their two-and-a-half-year marriage failed in 2009.

11:41 Securities increased sharply after a deep decrease

After two adjustment sessions and 1,200 points, VN-Index turned nearly 14 points thanks to the large orchid force, especially the consumer and retail group.

11:41 Merging plan of ward of Ninh Binh, Nam Dinh and Ha Nam - VnExpress Newspaper

The three provinces of Ninh Binh, Nam Dinh and Ha Nam will merge and reduce from 398 communes, wards and towns to 129, new province named Ninh Binh, administrative headquarters located here.

11:40 UK seaside town dubbed 'vulgar hellhole with brown sea' getting £23m revamp

Things may be looking up for this tired looking coastal Lincolnshire town.

11:40 The English town where locals are 'too scared' to celebrate St George's Day

Locals in Essex say they feel too scared and embarrassed to celebrate St George's Day in public, but more should be done to mark the day.

11:40 Major road closed for 11 hours after horror crash leaves one dead

We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.

11:39 Adorable new picture of Prince Louis released to mark his seventh birthday today

The Prince and Princess of Wales's youngest child is celebrating his seventh birthday today.

11:37 ‘Horrible’: 30yo reveals moment investment property turned into a nightmare

Adrian Trimboli is about to purchase his eighth investment property, but he experienced an investment nightmare before he found success.