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The top United Nations court will take up the largest case in its history when it opens two weeks of hearings into what countries worldwide are legally required to do to combat climate change and help vulnerable nations.After years of lobbying by island nations who fear they could simply disappear under rising sea waters, the UN General Assembly asked the International Court of Justice last year for an opinion on “the obligations of States in respect of climate change.”“We want the court to confirm that the conduct that has wrecked the climate is unlawful,” Margaretha Wewerinke-Singh, who is leading the…

Students at Jews’ Free School were travelling home on the 688 bus when they were attacked Jewish children on their way home from school had rocks and rubbish thrown at them while attackers stormed their school bus screaming ‘f*** Israel’. Students at Jews’ Free School in Kenton, north London, were travelling home on Wednesday afternoon on the 688 bus when teenagers from another school began throwing ‘big, heavy rocks’ at them in Edgware. Four teenagers then boarded one of the buses, and began making antisemitic remarks towards the students. One witness told the Jewish Chronicle: ‘They were also swearing at…

Sir Keir Starmer will set out a “plan for change” with milestones set in key policy areas to achieve the targets laid out in Labour’s manifesto, Downing Street has said. The Prime Minister will this week kick off what he has called the “next phase” of Government, as he announces the markers for his “missions” that Number 10 say will allow the public to hold Sir Keir and his team to account on their promises and will be reached by the end of the Parliament. The milestones will run alongside public sector reform, Downing Street said. This will include a…

Thousands of Syrian insurgents took over most of Aleppo on Saturday, establishing positions in the country’s largest city and controlling its airport before expanding their shock offensive to a nearby province.They faced little to no resistance from government troops, according to fighters and activists.A war monitor, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, said the insurgents led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham seized control of Aleppo International airport, the first international airport to be controlled by insurgents.The fighters claimed they seized the airport and posted pictures from there. A Syrian army armoured vehicle sits upside-down in the village of Hass, near Aleppo…

President-elect Donald Trump has picked Kash Patel to serve as FBI director, turning to a fierce loyalist to upend America’s premier law enforcement agency and rid the government of perceived “conspirators.” It is the latest bombshell Mr Trump has thrown at the Washington establishment and a test for how far Senate Republicans will go in confirming his nominees. “I am proud to announce that Kashyap “Kash” Patel will serve as the next Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation,” Mr Trump posted on Saturday night on Truth Social. “Kash is a brilliant lawyer, investigator, and ‘America First’ fighter who has spent…

President-elect Donald Trump has picked Kash Patel to serve as FBI director, turning to a fierce loyalist to upend America’s premier law enforcement agency and rid the government of perceived “conspirators.”It is the latest bombshell Mr Trump has thrown at the Washington establishment and a test for how far Senate Republicans will go in confirming his nominees.“I am proud to announce that Kashyap “Kash” Patel will serve as the next Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation,” Mr Trump posted on Saturday night on Truth Social. “Kash is a brilliant lawyer, investigator, and ‘America First’ fighter who has spent his career…

UK EuroMillions player claims £177m jackpot in third-biggest National Lottery win A UK ticket-holder is set to become the third-biggest National Lottery winner of all time after claiming a £177m jackpot from Tuesday’s EuroMillions draw. Ticket-holders were urged to check their numbers from the draw a second time after an error led to the publication of the wrong winning numbers online. Actual winning numbers Hours later, the Press Association news agency sent out a correction after it turned out an extra number had been added by mistake. The actual winning numbers were 07, 11, 25, 31 and 40, with Lucky…

The PSNI is currently investigating 15 separate sexual abuse complaints relating to Christian Brother Paul Dunleavy.The prolific paedophile was sentenced to further 10 years behind bars on Thursday after being convicted of 36 sexual offences.The offences were committed on dates between 1964 and 1991 while he worked at four schools in Belfast, Newry and Armagh with his victims ranging in age from 7–14.He is currently behind bars after he was previously convicted on two separate occasions of sexual offences against children.His latest prison term will commence at the end of his current sentence in May 2026. He has now been…

The Photographs of the Week as selected by our Visual Media team. 30/11/2024 A selection of images chosen by the Irish Examiner picture desk

A woman with a terminal degenerative condition has said “I hope we can send it back” after MPs voted to support Kim Leadbeater’s Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill.A majority of MPs, including Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, voted on Friday in support of a Bill that would allow terminally ill adults with a life expectancy of less than six months to end their lives.Supporters of the assisted dying Bill wept and hugged each other outside Parliament as the news came through that it had been passed by MPs.Actress Liz Carr (left) takes part in a demonstration at Old…

Years after the violent death of a loved one, the bereaved family will often get a letter informing them that the offender is about to be released. It’s never easy.Old wounds can be reopened, trauma retriggered. Thoughts will often dwell on the reality that the killer now has a chance to get on with his life while the victim lies in a grave.Sometimes there is more at issue than a raw interruption of the family attempting to move on.Earlier this week, Michael and Paula Loughlin received an email from an official in the Central Mental Hospital (CMH) informing them that…

I tried the Wetherspoons Christmas menu and it was missing two festive favourites "It may not win any Michelin stars any time soon but neither will it break the bank" https://www.dailypost.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/wetherspoons-christmas-menu-taste-test-30469462

Political leaders will gather on Saturday to pay tribute to Alex Salmond at a public memorial service in Edinburgh. The former first minister died last month in North Macedonia at the age of 69. First Minister John Swinney, Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes and Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar are all expected to attend the service at St Giles’ Cathedral in the Scottish capital. Former prime minister Gordon Brown is also believed to be attending. The service will be conducted by the Reverend George Whyte, with readings and tributes from Mr Salmond’s lifelong friend and Alba Party acting leader Kenny…

Ireland is ranked second highest in the EU in terms of people believing illegal drug use is a serious problem in their local community. A Eurobarometer survey shows 58% of Irish people surveyed said it was a serious problem in their area, second after Portugal at 67%, and way above the EU average (39%). The survey ranks Ireland in first or second position in respondents saying it was easy to get cocaine, MDMA (ecstacy), heroin, or synthetic opioids within 24 hours. The survey also highlights a significant trend among Irish people in their views on banning or legalising drugs, with…

The incident happened this afternoon (Credit: GRAHAM HUSSEY) Two schoolboys have been arrested after a suspected chemical attack which hospitalised two police officers. British Transport Police were called to Surbiton railway station in south west london at around 4.20pm to reports the boys were ‘acting suspiciously’. When officers approached the teenagers – aged 14 and 16 – they were injured with the substance – believed to be alkaline. Two officers were taken to hospital with non life-threatening injuries, police said. The incident led to severe delays at the station – with no trains stopping at the station for around three…

The funeral of Scottish comedian Janey Godley is set to take place after a two-day “final tour” of the cities she loved.Godley died on November 2 aged 63 after receiving palliative treatment for terminal cancer.Her funeral will be held at St Mary’s Cathedral in the west end of Glasgow on Saturday after a hearse carrying her coffin travelled through the centre of Edinburgh on Friday.Her daughter Ashley Storrie described the journey as her mother’s “final tour, in the two cities she loved with all her heart”.Janey Godley, left, became more widely known for her parodies of Nicola Sturgeon during the…

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un vowed his country will “invariably support” Russia’s war in Ukraine as he met Russia’s defence chief, state media reported Saturday.A Russian military delegation led by defence minister Andrei Belousov arrived in North Korea on Friday, amid growing international concern about the two countries’ expanding co-operation after North Korea sent thousands of troops to Russia last month.The official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said Mr Kim and Mr Belousov reached “a satisfactory consensus” on boosting strategic partnership and defending each country’s sovereignty, security interests and international justice in the face of the rapidly changing international…

The BBC is fresh in the middle of a new crisis as MasterChef presenter Gregg Wallace faces accusations of inappropriate behaviour. On Thursday, MasterChef’s production company said Wallace will step away from presenting the show while allegations of historical misconduct are investigated.

The upcoming assisted dying vote in the Commons today dominates much of the news. The vote is expected to be tight and at least 100 MPs remain undecided.

MasterChef TV host Gregg Wallace has stepped down from his role following more allegations of sexual assault. The claims are from 13 people, across five shows, from 2005 to 2022. One of them was the broadcaster Kirsty Wark, a Celebrity MasterChef contestant in 2011, who said he told “sexualised” jokes during filming.

Transport Secretary Louise Haigh has stepped down from her role after she admitted pleading guilty to a criminal offence relating to a police investigation over a mobile phone she claimed was stolen.

MPs will vote on the assisted dying bill today, MPs are said to be divided over the legislation and it’s not clear if it will pass. This Friday will mark the first time MPs will have voted on such a measure in nearly 10 years.

Rather cloudy across northern and western parts, with outbreaks of rain slowly edging eastwards. Drier and brighter further south and east, with spells of hazy sunshine. Feeling cold in the east, but mild and breezy in the west. Tonight: Outbreaks of rain and drizzle continuing to push eastwards through this evening and overnight, though southeast England generally remaining dry. Breezy and mild in the west, chilly in the east.

What’s on the front page of The Irish Times? The front page of The Irish Times this morning – 29/11/2024 – reports former teacher and Christian Brother Paul Dunleavy has been convicted of further sexual abuse offences against children, which took place between 1964 and 1991. A survivor speaks out, recalling how Dunleavy targeted students upon their arrival at school. Dunleavy is already serving time for related offences.The dissident republican group Óglaigh na hÉireann (ÓNH) has issued a warning to a suspected drug gang called ‘The Firm,’ accusing them of criminal activities. The conflict could escalate into violence as the group…

What’s on the front page of the Western Mail?The front page of the Western Mail this morning – 29/11/2024 – reports David Sisman, 21, has been jailed for a minimum of 24 years for stabbing Lee Crewe, 36, in Newport. The attack, involving a “large Rambo-style knife,” occurred in broad daylight, leading to the victim’s tragic death.The manager of the Wales women’s football team expresses confidence ahead of the crucial UEFA Euro 2025 playoff final, declaring, “We’ve got nothing to be fearful of.”More sports feature on the front page as leaders of the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) are being questioned…

What’s on the front page of The National? The front page of The National this morning -29/11/2024 – reports the Scottish Government, led by John Swinney, announced the return of the winter fuel payment after criticising the Labour Party for what it terms a “betrayal.” Economist Richard Murphy is highlighted as a crucial figure in advancing the campaign for tax justice in Scotland. An exclusive piece outlines Scotland’s ambitions to become a global leader in hydrogen energy exports. A government review concludes against the full dualling of the A96 road, marking a shift from earlier plans.

What’s on the front page of The Guardian? The front page of The Guardian this morning – 29/11/2024 – reports that at least 100 MPs are still undecided on how they will vote on the assisted dying vote. The paper reports the MP behind the bill has urged that legalising assisted dying is a “once in a decade” opportunity in her final plea to parliament before a knife-edge vote.A large image of MasterChef TV presenter Gregg Wallace makes the front page as he steps down from his role following sexual assault allegations. 

What’s on the front page of the Metro? The front page of the Metro this morning 29/11/2024 reports on the allegations against MasterChef host Gregg Wallace. The paper notes he has stepped down from his role.  The headline reports he faces allegations from 12 women including Newsnight host Kirsty Wark.