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The unprecedented maneuver laid bare the chaotic levels of internecine squabbling in Republican ranks as they prepare for a 2024 presidential election effort led by Donald Trump. He is making history of his own as the first former or serving president subject to multiple criminal indictments and was in court in New York on Tuesday. The first ouster of a speaker in the House's 234-year history was supported by only a handful of right-wing Republican hardliners. However, the House is almost evenly... Читать дальше...

Kevin McCarthy was axed from his role as speaker of the US House of Representatives Tuesday in a ruthless overthrow by far-right Republican lawmakers furious over his cooperation with Democrats.

The French government said Tuesday it would host emergency meetings this week to examine surging numbers of reported bedbug cases, which are being increasingly seen as a major potential public health problem.

A boat carrying 280 migrants landed Tuesday in Spain's Canary Islands, having crossed one of the most dangerous migratory routes in the Atlantic, a rescue organisation told AFP.

At least 20 people died on Tuesday after a coach crashed off an overpass near Venice in northern Italy, the city's mayor was quoted as saying by Italian newspaper la Repubblica.

The veteran seamer dislocated his thumb in a one-day international against England less than three weeks ago. However, the 34-year-old said that he was determined to make the trip to India in time to feature in a fourth World Cup after a "crazy couple of weeks". "I have never had an injury like this before and when it happens so close to a world event, there is limited time," Southee said on arrival in Ahmedabad where New Zealand face defending champions England in Thursday's tournament opener. Читать дальше...

Turkey on Tuesday arrested dozens of suspected Kurdish militants and their supporters after an attack on the government district in the capital Ankara injured two policemen.

The dawn raids in the capital New Delhi raised international concerns over the situation for media in a country where press freedom has nosedived. Those raided are reported to be connected to NewsClick, an English-language news website that Indian authorities filed a case against in 2021 alleging it was receiving foreign funding. The New York Times in August reported that NewsClick was financed by US millionaire Neville Roy Singham, who it said "sprinkled its coverage with Chinese government talking points" -- claims Singham rejected. Читать дальше...

VAR official Darren England and his assistant (AVAR) Daniel Cook did not over-rule the incorrect on-field decision of offside after Diaz had scored what would have been the opening of Saturday's Premier League clash in north London. Liverpool went on to lose 2-1 and had Curtis Jones and Diogo Jota sent off as their unbeaten start to the season came to an end. Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) released a statement admitting a "significant human error" had led to the wrong decision being made. Читать дальше...

In Hyderabad, Australia made 351-7 from their 50 overs with Glenn Maxwell particularly ruthless on Pakistan's bowlers. Maxwell cracked 77 off 71 balls with four boundaries and six sixes. Cameron Green was undefeated on 50, David Warner clubbed three sixes in his 48 while Josh Inglis also made 48. Marnus Labuschagne, a late call-up by the five-time World Cup winners, contributed 40. Pakistan leg-spinner Usama Mir impressed with 2-31 as he dismissed Warner and Mitchell Marsh after the openers had put on 83 for the first wicket. Читать дальше...

Celtic have not claimed three points from a Champions League home game since a 2-1 win over Ajax on October 2013 when Neil Lennon was in charge of the Glasgow club. The Hoops then lost at home to Milan that season and have gone three more group campaigns without a win in front of their own supporters ahead of Wednesday's visit from Lazio. Beaten 2-0 at Feyenoord in their opening Group E game, Scottish champions Celtic desperately need a victory over the Italian side to kick-start their attempt to qualify for the last 16. Читать дальше...

Serbia arrested on Tuesday the suspected leader of a group of gunmen who killed a Kosovo police officer on September 24, the interior ministry said.

Despite the thrashing the Italians still entertain hopes of reaching the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals for the first time though they will have to beat hosts France in their final Pool A match in Lyon on Friday to do so. Odogwu, 26, said unlike the All Blacks, who they play rarely, they know France well from the Six Nations even though their last win, one of only three in 47 meetings, over the French dates back to 2013. "We are a bit more familiar with their style so I think it's easier for us... Читать дальше...

Soaring costs across the EU are pricing out renters, deterring prospective buyers and preventing new homes from being built. As Europe’s housing crisis grows, so do homelessness rates across the bloc. What are the solutions to Europe’s housing crisis?

EU pledges lasting support at "historic" Kyiv meeting

Eleven percent of French households have officially been invaded by bedbugs.The bedbugs are not just invading Parisian households – they have also been spotted on public transport and in cinemas. Mohand Arezki Izri, parasitologist and medical entomologist at the Avicenne hospital in Bobigny AP-HP, explains why it is important to act quickly if you have bedbugs in your home.

The governing body introduced the category after voting last year to ban male-to-female transgender athletes from competing in women's elite races. A statement from the governing body, formerly known as FINA, read: "World Aquatics can confirm that no entries have been received for the open category events. "Distances in various events had been made available for the open category, introduced on a pilot basis following the adoption of the World Aquatics policy on eligibility for the men's and women's competition categories. Читать дальше...

French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna hailed the Armenian parliament's ratification of the founding treaty of the International Criminal Court on Tuesday -- a vote that has angered Russia.

Catt dismissed the run as "history" even if the Scots have won only once in their last 13 meetings. Ireland have so far lived up to their number one world ranking at the World Cup, winning all three of their Pool B matches in France including the 13-8 victory against defending champions South Africa. Nevertheless their place in the last eight is not assured. South Africa top the pool on 15 points having played all their games, the Irish are a point behind them and the Scots are another four back. Читать дальше...

The United Nations Security Council on Monday approved a Kenyan-led mission aiming to bring stability to Haiti, a year after leaders in the violence-ravaged Caribbean nation first pleaded for help. The Western Hemisphere's poorest nation has been in turmoil, with armed gangs taking over parts of the country and unleashing brutal violence, and the economy and public health system also in tatters. Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres have been calling since late... Читать дальше...

The Pumas face a winner-takes-all clash with Japan on Sunday in Nantes with both teams coming into their final Pool D match locked on nine points following victories over Chile and Samoa, and defeats to England. Second place in the group is up for grabs and a likely quarter-final against Wales, with England having already secured top spot in the pool. "Japan were in the quarter-finals in the last World Cup and not us," said Cheika. "Our preparation and planning includes all the little details... Читать дальше...

EU lawmakers on Tuesday backed proposals to boost journalistic independence, but stopped short of pushing for a blanket ban on governments spying on reporters.

After three decades of struggle, Karabakh separatists agreed to disarm, dissolve their government and reintegrate with Baku, which is now preparing to retake control of the breakaway territory. Reintegration Nearly all of Karabakh's estimated 120,000 residents have now left, with Yerevan accusing Azerbaijan of conducting a campaign of "ethnic cleansing" to clear the territory. But Baku has denied the claim and called on Armenian residents of the territory to stay and "reintegrate" into Azerbaijan, saying their rights would be upheld. Читать дальше...

The Times reported on Monday that 20 England internationals will be offered deals with the Rugby Football Union and Premiership Rugby, who run the English top flight, in an agreement worth £128 million ($154 million) English clubs currently pay the contracts but they are facing growing financial instability and competition from abroad with Jack Willis and Henry Arundell among England players to have signed to play for French clubs after the World Cup. RFU policy is that players who sign for foreign clubs cannot represent England. Читать дальше...

The world number three faces a showdown on Wednesday with either Italy's Jannik Sinner or second-ranked Carlos Alcaraz -- the tournament favourite in the absence of tennis legend Novak Djokovic. The semi-final got off to a close-fought start but Medvedev then notched a crucial break of serve and managed to see out the first set. It was a similar story in the second set, with the Russian breaking for 5-3 and serving out the match with a pair of fierce aces. "Today was a perfect service match. I... Читать дальше...