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- Fifteen NHS workers dismissed for accessing records of Nottingham stabbing victims
- Two arrested and charged following Waterford arson attack that killed four
- Pope Francis recovers after lung surgery at Gemelli hospital in Rome
- Federal IVF programme aimed at unifying diverse approaches, experts say
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- Protests erupt in Iran against government’s handling of public health crisis: reporting varies
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A man and woman have been charged in connection with a suspected arson attack in Waterford that resulted in the deaths of four family members.
Tirana is set to see a transformation with the proposed Tirana Fountain Plaza, a cloud-shaped skyscraper featuring residential, commercial, and cultural spaces.
The Norte Fire in Orange County, Southern California, has destroyed at least six homes and prompted evacuation orders for 6,000 residences, as it spreads to 231 hectares, fuelled by intense temperatures and winds. Firefighters are actively combating the flames while evacuation shelters have been established.
Yields on 10-year US Treasury bills have risen nearly 60 basis points since the onset of the US-Israel war on Iran, reaching 4.6 per cent. Experts suggest this indicates growing inflation expectations, exacerbated by ongoing disruptions in oil supply and geopolitical tensions impacting global markets.
An Irish woman has been arrested at Gran Canaria Airport after allegedly failing to pay a £2,100 hotel bill during her stay.
China and the Philippines are exchanging accusations following a maritime incident near the Second Thomas Shoal that resulted in injuries to a Philippine sailor. The Philippine military alleges a Chinese coastguard vessel harassed their outpost, while China claims the Philippine boats initiated the confrontation.
Archaeological excavations in Marina El Alamein have unveiled 18 ancient tombs, revealing artefacts such as golden tongues and a limestone altar, enhancing understanding of Egyptian burial practices.
Monsoon-driven flash floods in Afghanistan’s Nuristan province have claimed at least 20 lives and injured over 80 others. The floods, which struck Parun on Monday, destroyed homes and shops, prompting search and rescue operations. Authorities continue to search for missing individuals, including local officials.
A cable car at a fair in Ciudad del Carmen, Mexico, fell 20 feet but caused no injuries, prompting local authorities to suspend the attraction for safety inspections.
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