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Kremlin says ‘much to be done’ on Ukraine ceasefire deal as Zelenskyy warns Putin will manipulate plan – Europe live
Russia says there are reasons to be ‘cautiously optimistic’ and said there is an understanding talks are needed between Vladimir Putin and Donald TrumpGermany is close to unlocking the way...
Hamas says it will free Israeli-US hostage in potential breakthrough in ceasefire talks
Soldier Edan Alexander could be released along with remains of four other Israeli-US nationals, but unclear what Hamas will ask for in returnHamas has said it is ready to free...
Gene Hackman estate goes to court to prevent release of autopsy pictures
Fearing release of distressing material, lawyers have petitioned a Santa Fe court to seal records to protect the family’s right to privacyA representative for the estate of actor Gene Hackman...
Trump’s student loan changes leave borrowers facing soaring repayments
President’s changes to student loan programs leave millions facing higher payments and uncertainty over relief optionsMany of the nearly 43 million Americans who have federal student loan debt are seeing...
House Democratic leaders reiterate opposition to Republican funding bill as shutdown deadline looms – live
At least eight Senate Democrats would need to vote with Republicans to move the bill forward ahead of midnight deadline to fund governmentChuck Schumer to vote for Republican funding bill...
China criticises Hong Kong firm’s sale of majority stake in Panama ports
Commentary urged CK Hutchison to ‘think twice’ about ‘what position and side they are on’ in sale to US investorsBusiness live – latest updatesChina has criticised the sale of the...
Reform UK set to beat Labour in Runcorn and Helsby byelection, poll suggests, with Tories in distant third – UK politics live
Poll suggests Reform are ahead of Labour by 40% to 35%Downing Street has declined to comment on claims that half the cabinet would like Rachel Reeves, the chancellor, to rethink...
First Thing: Chuck Schumer to back Republican funding bill to avoid shutdown
The minority leader argued a government shutdown would hand Donald Trump and Elon Musk a ‘carte blanche’. Plus, JD Vance booed at Washington concertGood morning.The Senate minority leader, Chuck Schumer,...
US turns to Denmark as it hunts for eggs despite Trump’s threat over Greenland
Danish Egg Association says US asked if it could export eggs as prices surge despite president’s promise to lower themThe United States has asked Denmark and other European nations if...
Former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte to appear in Hague accused of crimes against humanity over war on drugs – live
Duterte faces charges over his years-long campaign against drug users and dealers that rights groups say killed tens of thousandsThe people who bought ex-president Duterte to justiceRebecca Ratcliffe and Kate...
Reality TV star Jessie Holmes wins longest-ever Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race
Course was run over 1,129 miles of Alaska wildernessHolmes has appeared on Life Below ZeroJessie Holmes, a former reality television star, won the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race on Friday...
Weather tracker: Cyclone Jude causes chaos in Mozambique
More than 200mm of rain fell in 24 hours, destroying 900 homes and leaving 40,000 people without powerCyclone Jude was the third cyclone to hit Mozambique this season. First spotted...