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US investors are buying up UK care homes - a situation regulators say they are "watching carefully" in case it threatens plans for a National Care Service.

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A teacher wounded in last week's attack on a special education classroom at an Oregon elementary school never had a chance to try to shelter any of the children inside, she said Wednesday in a statement issued by a family friend.

Current plans for 6% of eligible patients to get Mounjaro by 2028 unambitious, say MPs.

The 91-year-old British actress says her eyesight has deteriorated to the point that she can no longer act on stage or in films.

The assurance from the National Energy System Operator comes amid concern from its engineers about their ability to ensure adequate supply.

Guardians manager Stephen Vogt dispelled speculation about his future, saying he'll return next season to chase an elusive World Series title.

Spotify co-CEO Alex Norström confirmed on this week's earnings call that the company is trying to catch Spotify Family plan users who don't actually live together with a new QR code verification method that requires scanning the plan manager's phone. TechCrunch reports that in response to a question about the "crackdown," he called it a […]

Iran's state television reported that seven oil tankers either caught fire or were damaged by mines overnight Wednesday into Thursday after being targeted or striking naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz.

Lewis Hamilton addresses concerns on human rights grounds about holding an African Grand Prix in Rwanda by saying people should "approach it with humility".

One of the most closely watched Senate races in the country is unfolding in Maine, where five-term Republican Susan Collins faces a tough challenge from Democrat Troy Jackson, a former logger and state legislator. The race is rated a toss-up, with both parties fighting for a seat that could determine control of the Senate. Lisa Desjardins reports from Maine.

The Green Party co-leader says she experienced "a chill" up her body when she learned about Helen Haines who was mowed down outside her office by a car.

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Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers went head-to-head during the Michigan Senate race's final debate on Wednesday night. CBS News White House and politics reporter Aaron Navarro joins with a recap.

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has vowed to keep Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun in his cabinet amid rumours of an impending reshuffle, describing her as a "key pillar" of his administration.

In a win for Republicans, the court said a federal judge should not have changed the rules so close to the Nov. 3 midterm elections.

A former NZSAS commander questions the NZDF's ability to fight as Ron Mark demands change.

In an interview with The Canadian Press, Miller said the government is moving as quickly as possible on digital safety bill C-34, which includes a ban on social media for kids.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the attacks showed “there has been no real change” in Russia’s attitude towards the war.

Less than two weeks before the midterm elections, some Michigan voters are still deciding.

The Justice Department is looking into allegations that Corey Lewandowski used his role at DHS for financial gain, sources told CBS News. Lewandowski has denied all wrongdoing.

Ukraine relies on Starlink for a range of military uses - its owner Elon Musk has repeatedly denied restricting access.

Some Republican candidates are vowing to break with President Trump on certain issues, including U.S. Senate candidate Michele Tafoya of Minnesota. CBS News correspondent Jonah Kaplan spoke with Tafoya as well as her opponent, Peggy Flanagan.

The prime minister is hosting the UK's first wildfire summit to prepare for future blazes after a record summer 2026.

A man accused of murdering a pensioner in her home told her daughter that either her mother or he would have to leave the house due to constant arguing between them, a court heard.

Meta has tweaked its business terms to remove language suggesting that it could freely train its AI models on news sites, like The Verge - but legal experts say these changes aren't enough to address their concerns. "This does nothing to restrict the 'associated with your products or services' [language] that would let Meta scrape […]

US President Donald Trump has said that Google CEO Sundar Pichai turned down his request to rename the Atlantic Ocean the "American Ocean".

Labor frontbencher Kristy McBain declines to answer questions about whether Snowy 2.0 project is good value for money after confirmation of another cost blowout. Follow live.

At this year’s Disrupt, Lovable GTM lead Luke Arno, Polsia's Ben Broca, and Theory Ventures’ Tomasz Tunguz gave founders some tips on how to achieve true sales success in the first 90 days.

Meanwhile, the National Party says Leoni's actions are an 'appalling look'.

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Sacha Baron Cohen opened up about his experience signing on to play the demon Mephisto in the Marvel Cinematic Universe during a live “Happy Sad Confused” conversation at New York’s 92nd Street Y. The actor, currently on tour promoting “Ali G: Who Iz I?,” recalled how the creative team working on last year’s Disney+ series […]

Labour's leader is expected to address the controversy in Hawke's Bay later today.

Markets certainly welcomed this version of the MTBPS. The yield on the benchmark 10-year government bond fell 20 basis points to 8.72% — a big thumbs-up. By revealing contrast, Mexico’s 10-year bond yield is around 9.30% — and Mexico has an investment-grade rating.

The basketball star recently appeared to be practising a golf swing and basketball shots while the national anthem was performed.

A Dartmouth, N.S. woman says her recent experience with a duct-cleaning company has left her feeling scammed and alleges she was shown AI-generated photos of supposed work.

Around 6.1 per cent of all homes in Canada are in need of 'major repairs,' a report by CMHC chief economist Mathieu Laberge said on Thursday.

A former Alberta cabinet minister says Premier Danielle Smith won't survive the crisis in her United Conservative Party amid fallout from the separation referendum.

ABD Hazine Bakanlığı, büyük kurumsal yatırımcıların müstakil konut satın almasını kısıtlayan yasanın uygulanmasına ilişkin düzenleme taslağı yayımladı.

Microsoft’s new AI diagnostic system beat generalist doctors on hard cases, according to a study in Science. But most of the improvement seems to come from the AI models underneath, not from Microsoft’s system itself.

The Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, has said there is no immediate need to cancel political campaigns, conferences or other large public gatherings following Nigeria’s confirmation of an imported Ebola virus disease case. Pate, however, warned that the government would review the situation and consider appropriate restrictions if

Outside experts warn that more research is needed before "circadian depression" can be classified as a subtype

Smacking a child is outlawed in New Zealand, but parents should still dole out punishment that is fair and firm.

For years, AI leaders have touted healthcare as one of the clearest examples of where their technology will improve lives. Now "it is finally here," Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman tells The Verge. The company claims to have developed an AI-powered tool it says can diagnose conditions up to four times more accurately than human […]

The auditor who helped repair Victoria’s finances under Jeff Kennett and costed Daniel Andrews’ promises has warned the major parties to slow spending on election sweeteners.

The US has pushed back on the IRGC's claims, dismissing them as an attempt to increase oil prices ahead of US elections.

Tech company previously complied with president’s demand to rename Gulf of Mexico as Gulf of America

Energy secretary says she "didn't get it right" over comments she made about a TV interview.

The White House said Thursday that the U.S. will not resume attacks on Iran before the midterm elections on Nov. 3.

On Tesla's earnings call Wednesday, Elon Musk made one of his patented pie-in-the-sky predictions that typically sends his fans into paroxysms of ecstasy: 5 million vehicle deliveries by 2030. "We were aiming for 5 million vehicles a year by approximately 2030," he said. "And I think we've got a good shot of achieving that goal." […]

The investment will provide a much-needed financial boost as the company seeks to cut costs and lift its stock price.

It's a grim week for developers and fans, with EA announcing that it is shutting down Mass Effect and Dragon Age studio BioWare. EA said that after deciding not to pursue development on a new Mass Effect, it would shut down the studio as part of company-wide restructuring plans that will result in roughly 400 employees being let go. But should EA sit on the

Nigeria’s Finance Minister, Taiwo Oyedele, says economic reforms like subsidy removal prevented a deeper crisis despite current hardship and high food infl Read More: https://punchng.com/economic-reforms-prevented-deeper-hardship-in-nigeria-says-oyedele/

The justice minister said 2,700 people had been detained, while lawyers criticised the rapid trials and overcrowding in French prisons.

The Christ Apostolic Church gives Joseph Ayo Babalola University N30m monthly to support its operations, the church’s president, Pastor Samuel Oladele, has Read More: https://punchng.com/cac-gives-jabu-n30m-monthly-says-president/

A Ukrainian man was arrested on suspicion of spying for Russia - one of several such cases in Germany this year.

Les institutions culturelles parisiennes ont choisi de ne pas prendre de risque une semaine après les échauffourées intervenues la semaine dernière.