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Dad fined after son, 2, died in Cyprus hotel fall

Joshua Foster will have to pay 3,000 euro (£2,500), a judge in Paphos rules.

Indian student Deepak Sandhu convicted of murdering woman at London Airbnb after she confronted him over stolen £500

Zelensky rallies EU support as Trump says Ukraine leader 'more difficult to deal with than Putin'

The US president launches a new wave of blistering criticism at Volodymyr Zelensky ahead of a meeting of EU leaders in Brussels.

Queensland protects 396,000 hectares of cattle stations, safeguarding wetlands and threatened birds

Queensland proudly announces the acquisition of three significant cattle properties, expanding its protected area network by almost 396,000 hectares. These lands are essential for wildlife conservation, providing critical habitats for various threatened species. Funded by the federal government through a biodiversity initiative, this move contributes to Australia's ambitious target of safeguarding 30 percent of its land and oceans by 2030.

She started making soda in her kitchen; a decade later, PepsiCo bought her brand for $1.95 billion

Allison Ellsworth began making homemade soda in her Texas kitchen to address her digestive concerns before selling it at farmers’ markets. After appearing on Shark Tank and building Poppi through social media, her business grew to over $500 million in annual revenue. In 2025, PepsiCo acquired the prebiotic soda brand for $1.95 billion.

Colorado ninth-grader Peter Daniell wins $100,000 education contribution for food insecurity essay

In a remarkable achievement, Peter Daniell of Colorado has clinched victory in the 2026 National Civics Bee by tackling the pressing issue of food insecurity with impressive civic insights. Competing against 20,000 students nationwide, Daniell's essay underscored the vital role of community engagement and public service in ensuring food access. For his dedication, he was awarded a $100,000 education prize and expressed heartfelt gratitude for the backing he received.

99-year-old Helga Duffy breaks wing-walking record, raises £1,300 for air ambulance

China tells Israel to stop 'forced establishment' of West Bank settlements

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi spoke to Israeli President Isaac Herzog on the sidelines of a conference.

A Maine couple grew their own wedding flowers in a backyard garden

Mariah Reading and David Mainero chose to grow their wedding flowers instead of buying them to save expenses. They planted a garden in Hampden, Maine, with various blooms including dahlias and amaranth. The couple learned about gardening while preparing for their September wedding and received help from friends and family. Reading picked her bouquet from this garden, adding a personal touch to their celebration.

Sacha Dench: ‘Human Swan’ wins 2026 RSPB medal for lead ammunition ban

'It's really hard to believe' - How Oregon primary school shooting unfolded

Three children aged 5, 8 and 11 and a teacher were killed after a 16-year-old suspect opened fire in the city of Bend, local police say.

Socceroos' next test to go ahead despite Saudi Arabia airport attacks

Plans for the continental football tournament in Saudi Arabia remain on track despite ongoing conflict in the Middle East.