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Mobo Awards: Little Simz and Knucks tie for best album prize

Mobo Awards: Little Simz and Knucks tie for best album prize https://ift.tt/PHatXpA Little Simz and Knucks tie for the main prize, while Craig David wins outstanding contribution.

Pastor Jailed in Sudan After His Ailing Mother Recovers Miraculously

Pastor Jailed in Sudan After His Ailing Mother Recovers Miraculously https://ift.tt/PHatXpA Authorities in Sudan arrested and jailed a Christian leader on charges of witchcraft last week after he held a prayer meeting for his mother at a local church.  

Leader of US far-right militia guilty of inciting rebellion

Leader of US far-right militia guilty of inciting rebellion https://ift.tt/PHatXpA Founder Stewart Rhodes and one other member, Kelly Meggs, were both found guilty on the rare charge.

Artemis: Nasa's Orion capsule breaks distance record

Artemis: Nasa's Orion capsule breaks distance record https://ift.tt/O0V8b1v The spacecraft travels further from Earth than any previous vehicle built for astronauts.

UK Christian Evangelist Allowed to Keep Preaching After Hate Speech Case

UK Christian Evangelist Allowed to Keep Preaching After Hate Speech Case https://ift.tt/ukJW6mK Prosecutors in the United Kingdom have dropped their case against a Christian street preacher who was arrested for alleged hate speech two years ago. 

Palliative care: 'My dad should not have been expected to die in office hours'

Palliative care: 'My dad should not have been expected to die in office hours' https://ift.tt/ukJW6mK Most of the UK lacks consistent round-the-clock care for the terminally ill, research suggests.

Dread Broadcasting Corporation: The pirate that changed British radio

Dread Broadcasting Corporation: The pirate that changed British radio https://ift.tt/o3xTnvI Europe's first dedicated black music station, Dread Broadcasting Corporation

Daughter cannot watch execution of Kevin Johnson, judge rules

Daughter cannot watch execution of Kevin Johnson, judge rules https://ift.tt/o3xTnvI Kevin Johnson faces execution in Missouri on Tuesday for the killing of a police officer.

Squid Game actor O Yeong-su charged with sexual misconduct

Squid Game actor O Yeong-su charged with sexual misconduct https://ift.tt/u3PxhYS The 78-year-old actor is accused of inappropriately touching a woman in 2017, judicial officials say.

US Walmart shooting: Weapon purchased morning of attack

US Walmart shooting: Weapon purchased morning of attack https://ift.tt/u3PxhYS Officials released new details of the attack, which killed six, including a note from the gunman's phone.

Liz Truss and Boris Johnson join Tory wind farm rebellion

Liz Truss and Boris Johnson join Tory wind farm rebellion https://ift.tt/J8B02ar A Tory MP says the former prime ministers are backing his bid to overturn a ban on new turbines.

Gold coins worth €1.6m stolen in nine-minute heist from German museum

Gold coins worth €1.6m stolen in nine-minute heist from German museum https://ift.tt/sze8Qpk Police in Germany say they are examining links between the theft and past heists from the country's museums.

Black Friday deals: Why bigger discounts may come next month

Black Friday deals: Why bigger discounts may come next month https://ift.tt/HWtA3ag With too much inventory and a possible squeeze on demand, retailers may offer deeper price cuts in December.

FTX: Court says Sam Bankman-Fried ran FTX as a 'personal fiefdom'

FTX: Court says Sam Bankman-Fried ran FTX as a 'personal fiefdom' https://ift.tt/HWtA3ag FTX's collapse was described in court as "one of most abrupt and difficult" in corporate America.

Baby given one day to live reaches first birthday

Baby given one day to live reaches first birthday https://ift.tt/HWtA3ag A mother says it is the greatest feeling in the world that her son has reached his first birthday.

Twitter charity partners condemn Musk's 'dangerous' changes

Twitter charity partners condemn Musk's 'dangerous' changes https://ift.tt/r5lAViG Two of Twitter's most important civil rights partners criticise reinstatement of Trump and West accounts

We must wean economy off immigration, Labour leader to warn businesses

We must wean economy off immigration, Labour leader to warn businesses https://ift.tt/r5lAViG Sir Keir Starmer will promise a "pragmatic" immigration policy in a speech to business leaders.

The Papers: 'Lions of Arabia' and 'soft Brexit warnings'

The Papers: 'Lions of Arabia' and 'soft Brexit warnings' https://ift.tt/UYhDASB The final countdown to England's World Cup kick off is causing much excitement on Monday's front pages.

COP27: UN climate talks go into the night amid tense negotiations

COP27: UN climate talks go into the night amid tense negotiations https://ift.tt/POqSJVL Representatives at COP27 in Egypt have been locked in negotiations for far longer than expected.

Iran spreading 'bloodshed and destruction' around world, says foreign secretary

Iran spreading 'bloodshed and destruction' around world, says foreign secretary https://ift.tt/mKz3SHe James Cleverly will reaffirm the UK's commitment to stopping Iran from producing nuclear weapons.

Gaza: At least 21 killed in Jabalia refugee camp fire

Gaza: At least 21 killed in Jabalia refugee camp fire https://ift.tt/9GSjN3O At least 10 children have died in a building in the Jabalia refugee camp - the biggest in Gaza.

Ukraine war: 10 million without power after Russian strikes

Ukraine war: 10 million without power after Russian strikes https://ift.tt/9GSjN3O At least seven are killed in a new Russian missile barrage, days after an even bigger bombardment.

Clergy Call for 'Climate Repentance' as UN Summit Wraps Up in Egypt

Clergy Call for 'Climate Repentance' as UN Summit Wraps Up in Egypt https://ift.tt/9GSjN3O The Pyramids were lit up to welcome world leaders to the UN climate summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, in what almost looked like an end of the world trade show, sponsored by Coca-Cola and other big corporatio

Chinese buyout of Newport microchip plant a 'security risk'

Chinese buyout of Newport microchip plant a 'security risk' https://ift.tt/DM4RKuF The UK government says Nexperia's takeover of Newport Wafer Fab creates national security risks.

Autumn Statement: Jeremy Hunt to unveil spending cuts and tax rises

Autumn Statement: Jeremy Hunt to unveil spending cuts and tax rises https://ift.tt/DM4RKuF Pensions and benefits will rise with prices but energy support is expected to be scaled back, the BBC understands.

Estee Lauder to buy designer brand Tom Ford

Estee Lauder to buy designer brand Tom Ford https://ift.tt/vi3S1CF The cosmetics giant will purchase the designer fashion brand for £2.4bn.

World Population Reaches 8 Billion, Growing Quickly in Africa: 'It Is God That Gives Children

World Population Reaches 8 Billion, Growing Quickly in Africa: 'It Is God That Gives Children https://ift.tt/vi3S1CF The world hit a new milestone today. The global population has reached 8 billion people, according to a projection by the United Nations. The U.N. and other public officials are wringing their hands about what they deem to be overpopulation of the planet. But economic experts point out that population growth leads to economic growth which is good for everyone.

Baby elephant interrupts Kenyan TV report

Baby elephant interrupts Kenyan TV report https://ift.tt/vi3S1CF Watch as Kenyan journalist Alvin Kaunda's reporting is interrupted by an inquisitive trunk.

Biden Offers Peace to China's Xi Jinping as Communist Regime Eyes Taiwan Takeover

Biden Offers Peace to China's Xi Jinping as Communist Regime Eyes Taiwan Takeover https://ift.tt/ZT20vlu The first in-person meeting between the leaders of two global superpowers and the world's largest economies took place Monday. 

Roberta Flack is unable to sing after ALS diagnosis

Roberta Flack is unable to sing after ALS diagnosis https://ift.tt/ZT20vlu The Grammy-winning musician, 85, is known for hits such as "Killing Me Softly with His Song".

The Papers: 'Tax rises for all' and 'last chance' to save NHS

The Papers: 'Tax rises for all' and 'last chance' to save NHS https://ift.tt/YIBG4xL Government plans to hike taxes while cutting spending and problems facing the health service lead the front pages.

Suella Braverman to sign revised deal with France on Channel migrants

Suella Braverman to sign revised deal with France on Channel migrants https://ift.tt/YIBG4xL The home secretary will finalise a deal with the French to try to curb Channel crossings in small boats.

King gives up to £600 to staff to help with cost of living crisis

King gives up to £600 to staff to help with cost of living crisis https://ift.tt/Pfdx29y The monarch will use part of his private income to fund the single payment on top of his staffs' salaries.

Wolves 0-2 Arsenal: Martin Odegaard double puts Gunners five points clear at the top

Wolves 0-2 Arsenal: Martin Odegaard double puts Gunners five points clear at the top https://ift.tt/Pfdx29y Arsenal move five points clear at the top of the Premier League as Martin Odegaard's second-half double proves enough to beat Wolves at Molineux.

Queen's legacy creates more diverse Order of Merit

Queen's legacy creates more diverse Order of Merit https://ift.tt/8kZKLif Royal honours for arts and sciences are announced, with four of six new members from ethnic minorities.

I'm A Celebrity: Matt Hancock told breaking Covid rules was 'slap in face'

I'm A Celebrity: Matt Hancock told breaking Covid rules was 'slap in face' https://ift.tt/VxyJbhU An I'm a Celebrity campmate challenges the MP about his behaviour which led to his resignation.

'Jesus Is Moving': Heidi Baker and Iris Global Share Christ Amid Campaign of Terror in 'NIFENTO', Released Friday

'Jesus Is Moving': Heidi Baker and Iris Global Share Christ Amid Campaign of Terror in 'NIFENTO', Released Friday https://ift.tt/VxyJbhU A new documentary sheds light on Iris Global Ministries and its efforts to share the love of Jesus Christ in Mozambique, even as a "campaign of terror" has displaced millions. The film about it, NIFENTO, will be officially released online Friday, Nov. 11. 

Boy George's tears as Hancock enters I'm a Celeb camp

Boy George's tears as Hancock enters I'm a Celeb camp https://ift.tt/XSFhocE The singer says his mother was in hospital during the pandemic, and he thought she was going to die.

Sir Gavin Williamson resigns after bullying claims

Sir Gavin Williamson resigns after bullying claims https://ift.tt/BUwMZpC Sir Gavin is facing investigations into his conduct, but the MP insists he will clear his name.

I'm A Celebrity: Matt Hancock seen in jungle uniform for first time

I'm A Celebrity: Matt Hancock seen in jungle uniform for first time https://ift.tt/BUwMZpC The former health secretary's entrance to camp was teased on Tuesday's episode of I'm A Celebrity.

Gavin Williamson denies fresh bullying allegations

Gavin Williamson denies fresh bullying allegations https://ift.tt/rt1KTMZ The senior minister is already facing a probe over expletive-laden texts to the ex-chief whip.

Chris Mason: What are Sunak's instincts as a world leader?

Chris Mason: What are Sunak's instincts as a world leader? https://ift.tt/rt1KTMZ Expensive promises are being made in Egypt but budgets are being squeezed back in the UK.

Peter Kay announces return to stand-up during I'm A Celebrity

Peter Kay announces return to stand-up during I'm A Celebrity https://ift.tt/6I7vZ2y The comedian's comeback was announced during an ad break in Sunday's I'm A Celebrity launch episode.

COP27: Sunak urges global push to boost clean growth

COP27: Sunak urges global push to boost clean growth https://ift.tt/6I7vZ2y The PM will tell world leaders at the COP27 summit they must stick to their green commitments.

Cardiff head teacher who faced racism fights for change

Cardiff head teacher who faced racism fights for change https://ift.tt/UAjdJVz There are 1,245 head teachers in Wales but Reena Patel is one of only five from an ethnic minority.

HSBC UK customers unable to access online banking

HSBC UK customers unable to access online banking https://ift.tt/IKjgYca The bank says it is investigating after customers reported they were unable to pay for their shopping.

Powerball: Lotto fever grips US for $1.6bn world record prize

Powerball: Lotto fever grips US for $1.6bn world record prize https://ift.tt/IKjgYca One in 292 million odds of winning have not deterred hopeful Americans from snapping up their tickets.

Powerball: Lotto fever grips US for $1.6bn world record prize

Powerball: Lotto fever grips US for $1.6bn world record prize https://ift.tt/IKjgYca One in 292 million odds of winning have not deterred hopeful Americans from snapping up their tickets.

Paul Pelosi discharged from hospital after hammer attack

Paul Pelosi discharged from hospital after hammer attack https://ift.tt/sHlizpB The husband of one of the most powerful politicians in the US is said to remain under medical care at home.

Israel elections: Outgoing PM Lapid congratulates Netanyahu on victory

Israel elections: Outgoing PM Lapid congratulates Netanyahu on victory https://ift.tt/sHlizpB Final results confirm a dramatic comeback for the former prime minister, backed by the far right.

Iran protests: The dance video I dared not share

Iran protests: The dance video I dared not share https://ift.tt/Uwf9VYZ Dancer Sarina was banned from performing but is now sharing her work in solidarity with protesting women.

Migrant girl begs for help in message in a bottle

Migrant girl begs for help in message in a bottle https://ift.tt/Uwf9VYZ The child likens an overcrowded facility in Kent to a prison, in a letter thrown over its fence.

Mariah Carey's 'All I want for Christmas is you' copyright lawsuit dropped

Mariah Carey's 'All I want for Christmas is you' copyright lawsuit dropped https://ift.tt/Uwf9VYZ A copyright claim against the hit song All I Want for Christmas is You has been withdrawn.

Manchester Arena bomb hero says response was all wrong

Manchester Arena bomb hero says response was all wrong https://ift.tt/Uwf9VYZ A man who fought to save a victim of the 2017 Manchester bombing says "big mistakes" were made.

Takeoff: Police chief says sometimes hip hop gets a bad name

Takeoff: Police chief says sometimes hip hop gets a bad name https://ift.tt/QVmRTp5 Police in Houston pay tribute to "a great young man" as they confirm the death of US rapper Takeoff.