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- BBC
'No plans' for return of town's winter ice rink
Organisers say the event will be back with something "bigger and better" in the future.
- BBC
‘Do not pet’: Why are robot dogs patrolling Mar-A-Lago?
Robotic dogs are helping law enforcement protect President-elect Donald Trump at his Florida residence.
- BBC
RNLI can brave the 'fiercest' weather with new boat
The RNLI says it hopes "to bring many loved ones safely home in this new lifeboat".
- BBC
'No justice' for beloved harbour goose one year on
People are angry no-one has been held accountable for the beloved harbour bird's death a year ago.
- BBC
Students' space challenge inspired by local delicacy
A team of students are heading to America to take part in a global competition run by Nasa.
- BBC
'I feel sick about signing that phone contract'
Small businesses say they feel "powerless" to get out of phone contracts amid claims of mis-selling.
- The Canadian Press
As talks in Baku cross the halfway point, nations are no closer to a goal on cash for climate action
BAKU, Azerbaijan (AP) — Distractions were bigger than deals in the first week of United Nations climate talks, leaving a lot to be done, especially on the main issue of money.
- RFI
Senegal votes to shape parliament as reforms and economy hang in balance
Senegalese voters head to the polls Sunday to elect a new National Assembly – a crucial test for President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s government as it seeks a parliamentary majority to push through its reform agenda. More than seven million registered voters are choosing candidates for the 165-seat assembly from 41 political parties and entities. Polls opened at 8am local time and will close at 6pm.The election follows months of political tension and unrest – some of the worst in the country's rece
- Evening Standard
Lord Blunkett demands action on 'death trap' Tube platforms after he is injured falling down gap at station
The Labour Peer, who is blind, is calling on TfL to take action on ‘death trap’ Underground platforms
- The Guardian
Labor and Liberals will get double their public funding if ‘biased’ electoral rules are passed, Climate 200 says
ALP denies reforms rushed into parliament are designed to target Simon Holmes à Court and Clive Palmer
- The Canadian Press
Jon Jones sends Stipe Miocic into retirement with decisive UFC heavyweight win in front of Trump
NEW YORK (AP) — Jon Jones had just knocked the breath out of the heavyweight challenger he pummeled into retirement when UFC's greatest fighter broke out a herky-jerky dance inside the cage and dedicated the groove to President-elect Donald Trump.
- BBC
Shearer's former youth club celebrates 120 years
Thanks to 120 volunteers and the opening of its new Peter Olsen Community Hub, the club is thriving.
- BBC
The feminists who fought for change in 1980s Brum
A new podcast hopes to showcase a little-known part of the city’s history for today’s Brummies.
- BBC
Police officers 'punch bags' in 'epidemic' of violent attacks
There has been a surge in violence against the police, a BBC investigation has found.
- BBC
Russia targets Ukraine energy with large-scale missile attack
The nationwide strikes appear to be part of the largest such attack in months.
- RomaPress
Lazio’s Pedro: “Thank you Roma for selling me to Lazio, I hope to score in the derby.”
Lazio attacker Pedro did not hide his contempt for Roma who gave him away for free to Lazio in the summer of 2021.Since then, Pedro has become an important player for the Biancocelesti and now hopes t...
- The Canadian Press
Devon Dampier leads New Mexico past No. 19 Washington State, 38-35
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Devon Dampier scored on a 1-yard run with 21 seconds left and New Mexico beat No. 19 Washington State 38-35 on Saturday night for its first victory over a ranked team since 2003, dashing the Cougars’ slim College Football Playoffs hopes.
- The Canadian Press
Knife attack at a vocational school in eastern China leaves 8 dead and 17 injured
BEIJING (AP) — A stabbing attack at a vocational school in the eastern Chinese city of Wuxi on Saturday left eight people dead and 17 others injured, local police said.
- PA Media: UK News
What the papers say – November 17
Here are the biggest stories leading Sunday’s front pages.
- Madrid Universal
Real Madrid ace sends clear message to Ancelotti with stunning brace for his NT
Brahim Diaz has found a new chapter of success with Morocco, and the Moroccan national team seems equally pleased to have him. The Real Madrid forward has become an impactful presence for his nationa...