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What happenedRussia launched a missile attack on Kyiv last night that damaged several homes and injured six people, according to the Ukrainian capital’s mayor Vitali Klitschko. The strike came just a few hours after Russia said it was “ready in principle” to resume peace talks following discussions ...

What happenedThe Conservatives have launched an investigation into party member and former election candidate Jack Ross after undercover footage appeared to show him discussing prices for violent attacks with an Al Jazeera reporter.Who said whatRoss was filmed apparently asking the reporter “What do...

What happenedHigh-risk beauty treatments such as butt lifts and vampire facials will only be available from medical professionals under long-awaited government changes. Following a death and a series of injuries involving dangerous cosmetic procedures, anyone who breaches the new rules could face un...
Orangutans may be more influenced by good vibes than previously thought. Researchers studying six of the captive apes found that four preferred food hidden beneath material they had learned to associate with recordings of other orangutans playing and laughing. The findings suggest that an animal’s e...

“As Europe struggles to fill its seminaries”, one Indonesian island in the majority-Muslim country has “become one of the world’s leading exporters of missionaries,” according to The Economist.Flores, located in the south east of the Indonesian archipelago, is one of a handful of islands in the worl...
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The Explainer A cyberattack in France has some people concerned about future events

The Explainer Social care was an ‘afterthought’ at start of pandemic, visiting restrictions did ‘immense’ harm, and Matt Hancock’s claim of ‘protective ring’ was unfounded

The Explainer Energy bills have increased this autumn and there is little respite for households in the coming months

The Explainer Picking this traditional crop has become connected to larger questions about territory and identity

Talking Point Publisher halts sales of Irish author’s work after she pledged royalties to proscribed group Palestine Action

Talking Point Dismissing ‘overdiagnosis’ of conditions can be unhelpful for those suffering real distress – but so can a ‘label for life’

Talking Points Prices remain high, but Putin gets a cash infusion



Under the Radar As the Catholic Church struggles to serve its faithful, a small island in the world’s largest Muslim nation offers hope

UNDER THE RADAR A viral job posting exemplifies a growing trend toward agrarian life

Under the Radar Anjouan, a speck in the Indian Ocean, seems to have traded vanilla for virtual roulette

Speed Read It comes less than two weeks after the rapper was dropped by Ed Sheeran’s tour

Speed Read Democratic lawmakers have demanded more details about the ad

Speed Read The two leaders have “never gotten along better,” Trump claimed

Speed Read The parts were “inexplicably diverted” to the city, Bloomberg reported
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