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'Mass casualty' alert? Pakistan hospitals clear beds ahead of PTI protest

China expels top general, senior officer from military, Communist Party

China decided Monday to expel Zhang Youxia, its former top uniformed officer, and senior military officer Liu Zhenli from the military and the ruling Communist Party for “serious discipline and law violations,” state-run media said. The decision came after China’s parliament decided in late August to remove them from the Central Military Commission, the country’s

British man missing after diving into Lake Como to rescue teenager

The UK Foreign Office says it is supporting the man's family and working with local authorities.

Teenager captured after 11 shot at Turkish high school

Footage appears to show a male in the area carrying a firearm, while officials say the attacker has been captured.

New $555 million Belmont Park opens with smaller grandstand and four new tracks

Judge allows SpaceX land swap for more than 700 wildlife-refuge acres in Texas

A federal judge has refused to block a land swap that would give SpaceX more than 700 acres of Texas wildlife refuge land. The company would surrender 683 acres it owns in exchange. Environmental and tribal groups challenged the deal, citing ecological, cultural and historical concerns, but the judge said they had provided limited evidence of potential harm.

Can you take the 'London' out of London Fashion Week?

An initiative to show that LFW is "bigger than London" launched this year - but will it make a difference?

A historic Georgia town is up for sale for $13.5 million

For sale: the picturesque town of Gay, Georgia, featuring sixty acres filled with seventeen historic structures. Two established businesses currently pull in more than a million dollars each year, delighting over one hundred thousand yearly visitors. This rare real estate opportunity is ideal for those looking to innovate in development or boost local tourism.

Lithuania ready to 'fight back' but has evacuation plans in face of Russia threats, PM tells BBC

Sinkevičius told BBC Newsnight Lithuanians feel "constantly threatened" by Moscow, but the nation was prepared to "fight back" if attacked.

Archaeologists found an pendant in Russia showing a Christian saint and a Medusa-like figure

An 11th-century pendant was found in Staraya Russa combining Christian and pagan imagery. One side depicts a warrior saint, while the other shows a snake-haired woman. This artifact represents a fusion of Byzantine and local traditions. Such pendants likely served as protective amulets against illness and misfortune. The discovery highlights Staraya Russa's cultural connections and local craft production.

Greek woman sets female Great Himalaya Trail record in 52 days

Sea captain's 1834 Nantucket home sold for $9.5M, now listed for $32M

A historic Nantucket home built around 1834 for sea captain George C. Gardner is now for sale. This Greek Revival residence has undergone significant moves and two major restoration efforts. The 7,000-plus-square-foot house combines 19th-century character with modern amenities. It features a swimming pool and a separate three-bedroom guest cottage on the property. The property is situated on Nantucket’s Main Street, close to local attractions.