Jilly Cooper, celebrated author of over 12 million books, dies aged 88 following a fall, family announces.

Five opposition leaders face up to nine years in prison after authorities accused them of attempting to overthrow the government.

Sebastien Lecornu quits weeks after appointment, deepening France’s political instability and leaving President Macron under renewed pressure.

Israel and Hamas start indirect Sharm el-Sheikh talks; Trump urges speed as hostages and ceasefire discussions continue.

Heavy snow traps hundreds in Karma Valley, 350 rescued while remaining hikers contacted, as extreme Himalayan weather persists.

Georgia’s prime minister has accused the EU of interference after police dispersed protesters attempting to storm the presidential palace.

Russian strikes kill five, target energy infrastructure, and leave tens of thousands without power across western Ukraine.

President Donald Trump has announced that a UFC event will be held at the White House on his 80th birthday.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has accused Russia of orchestrating recent drone incursions over Germany that disrupted flights at Munich Airport.

The Trump administration plans to drastically cut refugee admissions to 7,500, favouring white South Africans under new restrictive policy.

Pope Leo’s first document, “Dilexi Te”, to be released October 9, will emphasise compassion for the poor and spiritual renewal.

Hamas has agreed to release all Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners under Trump’s peace plan

The death toll from Typhoon Bualoi in Vietnam has risen to 51, with $603 million in damages and widespread destruction.

India and China will restart direct flights this month, marking another step in gradually rebuilding strained diplomatic and trade relations.

Sarah Mullally, Bishop of London, makes history as first female Archbishop of Canterbury, to lead 85 million Anglicans worldwide.

The Trump administration has approved $230 million for Lebanon’s security forces to strengthen state control and pressure Hezbollah to disarm.

President Trump signs sweeping order guaranteeing US protection for Qatar, sparking Middle East shifts and domestic political controversy.

Munich Airport reopened after drone sightings forced overnight closure, grounding flights and stranding thousands, raising security concerns across Europe.

British man of Syrian descent, Jihad Al-Shamie, killed two worshippers and injured three in a Manchester synagogue terror attack.

Trump freezes $26bn for Democratic states as government shutdown deepens, sparking job fears, partisan clashes, and warnings of lasting fallout.