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October 9, 2022

Julian Assange supporters protest against US extradition in London, DC: 'crucial that we fight'

Supporters of Julian Assange gathered in London and Washington, D.C., to call on the U.S. to stop its attempts to extradite him for publishing classified material.

October 7, 2022

England heatwave leads to highest excess mortality figure on record

As England temperatures rose to all-time highs, extreme heat has killed an extra 2,800 seniors, a record number of excess deaths among the elderly.

October 7, 2022

UK opens new licensing round for North Sea oil despite environmentalist outcry

The British government has opened a new round of licensing for North Sea oil and gas exploration amid scrutiny from conservationist groups.

October 6, 2022

Trustee of transgender kids' charity resigns after unearthed speech to group for 'minor-attracted persons'

The leader of a transgender kids' charity in the UK resigned following the revelation he delivered a 2011 speech to a group that advocates services for "minor-attracted people."

October 5, 2022

Jim Redmond, who helped son Derek in memorable Olympics moment, dead at 81

Jim Redmond, the father at the heart of one of the most inspirational moments in Olympic history died at the age of 81, according to the Olympic Games Twitter account.

October 5, 2022

‘Best Before’ labels scrutinized as food waste concerns grow

Concerns of food waste are growing around the world, many are pushing for the removal of "best before" labels to keep food on the shelves longer.

October 5, 2022

Greenpeace protesters disrupt UK Prime Minister Liz Truss speech with 'Who voted for this?' sign

Greenpeace activists briefly interrupted U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss as she defended the chaos that ensued following the rollout of her economic measures.

October 4, 2022

Ringo Starr tests positive for COVID-19, cancels several shows in Canada

Beatles drummer Ringo Starr tested positive for COVID-19, prompting him and his All-Starr Band to cancel several shows in Canada and the Midwest.

October 3, 2022

Liz Truss says pledges support for Israel, says she is a 'huge zionist'

U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss affirmed Britain's strong relationship with Israel, saying she was a "huge zionist." Truss' government is facing problems at home, however.

October 3, 2022

UK’s Liz Truss scraps tax cuts plan after market chaos

U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss backed down on plans to cut taxes for the country's wealthiest bracket Monday. Support for her government is plummeting in the polls.