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BAFTA has launched a review after its trustees were accused of potentially breaching UK charity law by accepting free guest tickets to awards ceremonies. During BAFTA’s annual general meeting this week, Michael Pritchett, an independent film producer who serves as the elected chair of BAFTA’s membership council, raised concerns about whether trustees broke r

The US has banned imports from three Chinese genomics companies, including BGI Group, over claims they collected genetic material to track persecuted minor Read More: https://punchng.com/us-bans-imports-from-chinese-genomics-companies-over-forced-labour-concerns/

Nasdaq 100 to open 1% down after Google parent Alphabet and Microsoft report lower than expected capex

Spain's second high-speed rail disaster this year has raised fresh concerns about the safety of the country's rail network.

Australia's second-largest oil and gas company, Santos, has been issued a warning by the national regulator following inspections of its multi-billion-dollar Barossa project.

The committee directed the State government to explore the possibility of locating the proposed project on suitable non-forest land before pursuing forest clearance

Oracle issued a revenue forecast for fiscal year 2030 of $225 billion, and said it will limit additional fundraising over that stretch to $20 billion.

<p>Reform UK leader ‘shocked’ by £10bn pledged to Ukraine and doubles down on cutting tax for crypto investors</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/oct/28/budget-2026-key-points-john-healey">Budget 2026: key points at a glance</a></p></li></ul><p>Nigel Farage skipped <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/oct/28/budget-2

Two of the 12 Federal Open Market Committee voters dissented from the decision. Both wanted to raise rates by a quarter percentage point.

Government of Andy Burnham rolls out some tax hikes and spending giveaways in what could be a prelude to an early election.

The questionnaire for the population enumeration phase of the 2027 Census comprises 40 questions and seek details such as nationality, number of bank accounts and mobile, Aadhaar and voter ID numbers, if available, raising concerns over its potential digression from the purpose of collecting data for policy and planning

The Opposition party also said that claims of economic development are meaningful only when their benefits reach the common man

Dr Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE President, has warned that "wars lead only to further crises" amid mounting concerns over the growing possibility of a renewed US offensive on Iran . He emphasised that diplomacy remained the "most effective path" to achieving peace and security in the region, in a message on social media on Wednesday. Dr Garga

Pushback against Lana Nusseibeh, the UAE's former ambassador to the U.N., has gathered steam since her late entry into the race last week.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 27 (Yonhap) -- Two former U.S. Forces Korea (USFK) commanders o...

Residents were not given notice that the site would be decommissioned, leaving some arriving at the park to discover their tents and belongings were gone.

In a letter to the city, the Atlanta Dream said Game 6 getting moved to 12:30 p.m. so they can play in State Farm Arena was "not what we fought for."

Thai consumers spent more than 138 billion baht on around 20 foreign digital platforms in the first half of 2026, raising concerns over the country's digital trade deficit and the share of revenue captured by overseas technology companies, says Pawoot Pongvitayapanu, a People's Party list-MP.

Officials believe there is plenty of time left to tackle inflation, allowing them to avoid making a move so close to an election.

In December, messages from Discord's public discoverable servers will begin appearing in search engine results.

Democrats and voting rights groups have raised concerns that President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans could challenge election results if they lose.

Trump’s combative approach to Canada appears to be softening just days before midterm elections in which tariff-fueled inflation is a primary concern for voters.

Voter concerns about the proliferation of US data centres remain high ahead of next week's crucial midterm elections that could alter the trajectory of President Donald Trump's final two years in office. For Democrat Nabeela Syed, 27, a Muslim American who is in the Illinois House of Representatives, voter worries about data centres have long been a focal po

The revised Irish bar plans include a smaller gaming area after earlier rejection.

Satheesan says the government and NORKA were continuously interacting with various associations of expatriates as well as the Indian embassy and consulate in Saudi Arabia

<p>Misogyny prevention fund to help tackle sexism at work, school and in public places across UK</p><p>The chancellor will give £15m to a dedicated fund to tackle misogyny in workplaces, schools and public places amid concerns in government about the rise of “manosphere” influencers.</p><p>The women and equalities minister, Bridget Phillipson, will helm the

<p>Queensland MP Garth Hamilton says he has ‘witnessed three interactions between cars and people at pre-poll, two accidental’</p><ul><li><p>Follow our <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/oct/28/inflation-abs-labor-anthony-albanese-parliament-greens-david-shoebridge-one-nation-ntwnfb">Australian politics live blog</a> for latest upd

Telangana government cleared the decks for allotting 6 acres 15 guntas in ward 154 of Zamistanpur village in Musheerabad to Telangana Housing Board, as per an order of the Revenue Department

A workplace safety review has given the Northern New South Wales Helicopter Rescue Service a "pass mark" despite admitted workplace culture shortfalls.

Bangladesh Opposition leader Shafiqur Rahman expressed deep concern over the eviction of Muslim families and demolition of mosques in the State’s Lutumari-Longjap Reserve Forest

Federal government heard reasoning behind amending Indian status legislation and setting up First Nations policing from Saskatchewan chiefs.

A Geelong-region state MP claims almost $60,000 in taxpayer-funded allowances for a second home in Melbourne, despite appearing to have missed 88 of a possible 127 Parliamentary sitting days.

The BBC says it did not uphold any of the allegations of antisemitism but accepted there were "shortcomings" in how it treated Lucie Kon.

A leading Melbourne soccer association has written to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission warning of higher fees for families under new rules, but Football Victoria insists it is safeguarding players.

<p>Israeli military <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/2039462">operation</a> in the occupied West Bank’s Hebron city, launched after a <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/2039241/west-bank-attack-wounds-5-israelis-as-netanyahu-cancels-events">deadly attack</a> by Palestinian gunmen, raises serious concerns of “ethnic cleansing”, the United Nations (UN) warne

Everyone in our Voice of the People survey said 'cost of living' – but mostly for others.

Ramchander Rao says BJP would organise a massive padayatra under the slogan “Loktantra Bachao, Arajakata Hatao” (Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy) on November 2

Irish director Sinéad O’Shea is gearing up for much debate as the film comes into U.K. and Irish cinemas on Oct. 30 after its BFI London Film Festival run and before screening at DOC NYC in November.

Jairam Ramesh shared on X a media report which cited the RBI to state that the prices of certain food items are continuously rising which is impacting the expenses of every household

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau releases two preliminary reports into close call incidents at the airport in August.

SEOUL, Oct. 26 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Monday acknowledged concer...

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Meta’s plans were greeted nervously and this is an important signal

With the Bears looking for a fresh start, here's where they might turn.

US President Donald Trump on Sunday said he has a "decision to make" on Iran, as talks remain stalled and concern is rising over whether he will restart hostilities. Mr Trump told Fox News on Sunday that he was considering his next moves with regard to Iran . "I have a decision to make: Do I finish it off, which would be very easy to do, or do I make a deal?

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As many as 31,446 doctors got their registrations between 2021 and 2025, show data from the Kerala State Medical Councils

President Trump is a key factor driving support and opposition; turnout looms large.

YSRCP chief offers his Hyderabad residence as an alternative venue for niece Anjili’s wedding, citing privacy concerns at his Bengaluru home

MSMER-2023 withdrawal removes overlapping procedures, eliminates duplication, says NMC; medical activists say the move dilutes regulatory oversight, will ultimately put patients at risk

Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start this year as U.S. consumers grapple with high living costs and eye-popping chocolate prices.