The growing consensus that Israel is committing genocide
A United Nations commission published a 72-page report on Tuesday that concluded Israel has committed a genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. “It is clear that there is an intent to…
Disney World’s oldest gorilla dies as heartbroken fans pay tribute to ‘beautiful’ ape
A beloved gorilla, who resided at Animal Kingdom at Disney World since it opened 27 years ago, has sadly passed away, and memories have emerged in heartwarming tributes 11:00, 19…
Elderly Brit couple detained by Taliban in Afghan hellhole prison finally freed
An elderly British couple detained in Afghanistan have been freed. Barbie Reynolds, 76, and her husband Peter, 80, have been held in Taliban captivity in Afghanistan for almost eight months…
Heartbreaking image of child shows desperation of migrants trying to reach UK
Migrants gathered along the coast of France to board a small boat in an attempt at crossing the English Channel – a perilous journey that resulted in scores of deaths…
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Welcome to Slate’s weekly news quiz. It’s Friday, which means it’s time to test your knowledge of the week’s news events. Your host, Ray Hamel, has concocted questions on news…
Nasa scientists find evidence multiple life forms may have lived on Mars
Every new discovery brings scientists closer to understanding whether Mars ever supported life and tells the Perseverance which samples to collect in the future. 09:52, 19 Sep 2025Updated 09:52, 19…
‘I had Turkey plastic surgery I saw on Facebook – now I can’t leave my bed’
Soreena O’Malley, from Hull, is raising awareness about plastic surgery overseas after her tummy tuck and liposuction went horrifically wrong 09:44, 19 Sep 2025Updated 09:44, 19 Sep 2025 Soreena O’Malley…
Putin ‘loses 18 officers including 4 colonels burned alive in sabotage mission’
A deadly Ukrainian operation has robbed Russia of 18 officers – with one of Vladimir Putin’s most senior staff members killed as fire swept through a command post 09:19, 19…
20 years later, Israelis ask if the Gaza exit backfired — and if it’s time to go back
Militant Jewish settlers barricade themselves on the roof of their synagogue as hundreds of Israeli troops and police deploy at sunrise to evacuate the veteran Jewish community of Kfar Darom…
French prime minister faces wide-scale protests as demonstrators flood the streets
France’s newest prime minister — the fourth in a little over a year — has barely taken office, and he’s already facing wide-scale protests against him.