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  • Bangladeshi court denies bail to Hindu leader who led rallies for minority protection

    A prominent Bangladeshi Hindu leader who has been leading rallies demanding security for Hindus in the overwhelmingly Muslim nation was ordered detained on charges of sedition Tuesday. The magistrate court of Kazi Shariful Islam denied bail to Krishna Das Prabhu and ordered him detained pending further proceedings. Hindus and members of other minority groups say they have faced more attacks than ever since former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country amid a mass uprising in August and an interim government took over.

  • What we know about the viral petition calling for a general election

    More than 2.5 million people have signed the petition, but just how representative of Labour's falling poll numbers is it?

  • Robot dog could sniff out profits for farmers

    A gamma ray detector on the dog is being used to make fasters and better soil quality assessments.

  • Black Friday 2024 deals: Shop the best sales from Amazon, Apple, Walmart, Target, Wayfair, REI and more

    Know your ABCs: Deals on Apple, Bissell, Cuisinart and beyond can be yours — right now!

  • UN says Taliban detained journalists over 250 times in Afghanistan since takeover

    In a reply accompanying the report, the Taliban-led foreign ministry denied having arrested that number of journalists and added that those arrested had committed a crime. Journalists in Afghanistan worked under "challenging conditions", the U.N. mission (UNAMA) and the U.N. Human Rights Office said in a statement.

  • Hong Kong's top court rules in favor of equal inheritance and housing benefits for same-sex couples

    HONG KONG (AP) — Hong Kong’s top court on Tuesday upheld earlier rulings that favored subsidized housing benefits and equal inheritance rights for same-sex married couples, in a landmark victory for the city's LGBTQ+ community.

  • Kate Moss recreates iconic Glastonbury look for Christmas partywear Zara collection

    Kate Moss returns to the high street with a partywear collaboration with Zara out November 30

  • Imran Khan supporters breach lockdown in Pakistani capital, at least 6 people killed in violence

    ISLAMABAD (AP) — Supporters seeking the release of imprisoned Pakistani former premier Imran Khan on Tuesday broke through a ring of shipping containers locking down the capital Islamabad, while at least six people have died in protest-related violence. Protesters battled security forces and ignored a government threat to respond with gunfire.

  • Russia's Medvedev warns West over discussing nuclear weapons for Ukraine

    Senior Russian security official Dmitry Medvedev said on Tuesday that if the West supplied nuclear weapons to Ukraine then Moscow could consider such a transfer to be tantamount to an attack on Russia, providing grounds for a nuclear response. The New York Times reported last week that some unidentified Western officials had suggested that U.S. President Joe Biden could give Ukraine nuclear weapons, though there were fears such a step would have serious implications. "American politicians and journalists are seriously discussing the consequences of the transfer of nuclear weapons to Kyiv," Medvedev, who served as Russia's president from 2008 to 2012, said on Telegram.

  • 3 Promising Penny Stocks With Market Caps Over US$500M

    Global markets have shown resilience, with U.S. indexes nearing record highs and smaller-cap indexes outperforming their larger counterparts, despite geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties. In this context, identifying promising investment opportunities requires a keen eye for companies with solid fundamentals and growth potential. Penny stocks, though an outdated term, still represent smaller or newer companies that can offer significant value when backed by strong financials.

  • Exploring High Growth Tech Stocks in the UK for November 2024

    The United Kingdom's market has recently experienced a downturn, with the FTSE 100 closing lower due to weak trade data from China, highlighting concerns over global economic recovery and its impact on commodity-dependent sectors. In this challenging environment, identifying high-growth tech stocks in the UK requires focusing on companies that demonstrate resilience and innovation, as they are better positioned to navigate economic uncertainties and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

  • Israel poised to approve ceasefire with Hezbollah, Israeli official says

    Israel looks set to approve a U.S. plan for a ceasefire with the Iran-backed Hezbollah on Tuesday, a senior Israeli official said, clearing the way for an end to the war which has killed thousands of people since it was ignited by the Gaza conflict 14 months ago. Israel's security cabinet is expected to convene later on Tuesday to discuss and likely approve the text at a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the official said. This would pave the way for a ceasefire declaration by U.S. President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron, four senior Lebanese sources told Reuters on Monday.

  • 3 UK Dividend Stocks With Yields Up To 5.4%

    The United Kingdom's stock market has recently faced challenges, with the FTSE 100 index experiencing declines due to weak trade data from China, highlighting global economic interdependencies. In such volatile conditions, dividend stocks can offer investors a measure of stability and income potential by providing regular payouts even when broader markets face headwinds.

  • Discovering Canada's Undiscovered Gems in November 2024

    As the Canadian market rides strong momentum into 2025, investors are keeping a watchful eye on potential curveballs that could impact their portfolios. Amidst this backdrop, discovering stocks with solid fundamentals and attractive valuations becomes crucial, especially in sectors that have lagged behind the recent bull market surge.

  • Jimmy Kimmel Trolls 'Begging For Money' Matt Gaetz After Incredible Fall

    The late night host said the former congressman's fortunes have taken a turn for the worse.

  • "I was a shopaholic but saved £6k doing a 'no spend' year"

    A woman saved more than £6k doing a "no spend year" by sacrificing all but essential purchases - and says it's done a "factory reset" on her relationship with money. Mia Westrap, 26, decided to overhaul her finances in January this year - by ditching all non-essential spending. Mia realised she was splashing out too much on socialising - and was regularly spending £200-a-month on eating out and £100-a-month on alcohol. Mia ditched nights out, meals at restaurants and cancelled almost all her subscriptions to in a bid to save £4k as an "emergency fund". She stuck to her commitment and even exceeded her £4k target - having saved £6,200 on her no-spend journey.

  • China sends naval, air forces to shadow US plane over Taiwan Strait

    BEIJING (Reuters) -China's military said on Tuesday it deployed naval and air forces to monitor and warn a U.S. Navy patrol aircraft that flew through the sensitive Taiwan Strait, denouncing the United States for trying to "mislead" the international community. Around once a month, U.S. military ships or aircraft pass through or above the waterway that separates democratically governed Taiwan from China - missions that always anger Beijing. China claims sovereignty over Taiwan and says it has jurisdiction over the strait.

  • Six dead as Pakistan government threatens to fire upon pro-Imran Khan protesters

    At least six people confirmed dead as army called in to control intensifying situation

  • UK politics latest: Labour to unveil plans to slash spiralling benefits bill and get millions back into work

    Government set to announce measures to get more than two million Britons back into work

  • The best wireless earbuds for 2024

    It's safe to say the wireless earbuds space is pretty saturated. We've tested and reviewed dozens of models; these are our top picks.