US envoy in Israel after progress on Hezbollah ceasefire
After a second day of talks in Lebanon, Amos Hochstein says he will “to try to bring this to a close”.
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Nov
Inside South Africa’s ‘ruthless’ gang-controlled gold mines
Illegal miners live dangerously, but make roaring profits selling gold on the black-market.
21
Nov
US charges Indian billionaire Gautam Adani with fraud
The allegations of bribery and fraud are the latest blow for the tycoon, one of India’s richest people.
21
Nov
Duct-taped banana artwork sells for $6.2m in NYC
The winning bidder says he will eat the banana in coming days as part of a “unique artistic experience”.
21
Nov
Deadly Israeli air strikes hit Gaza – reports
Rescuers are said to be searching for survivors after buildings were hit in Beit Lahia and Gaza City.
21
Nov
Moment world’s tallest woman and shortest woman meet
The pair shared afternoon tea in London in celebration of Guinness World Records Day 2024.
21
Nov
Putin gifts lion and brown bears to North Korea zoo
It comes after Pyongyang’s reported deployment of thousands of soldiers to fight alongside Russia in Ukraine
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Nov
Fourth tourist dies in suspected alcohol poisoning in Laos
Some suspect the tourists consumed drinks laced with methanol, a deadly substance often found in bootleg alcohol.
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Nov
Australia wants to ban kids from social media. Will it work?
The government has just tabled laws to block access to under-16s – but the proposal is divisive.
21
Nov
Las Vegas man who called 911 for help killed by police in his home
Brandon Durham was tussling with a female intruder over a knife when an officer shot him multiple times.
