America needs a war leader. Has it got one?
How the next president handles Putin, Xi and Kim will define their term – not only for the US but the world.
The Times
Japan launches the first wooden satellite into space
The world’s first wooden satellite has been launched into space, marking the debut of a technology intended to reduce space junk.
Parties, donors spend $24bn in result hunt
This year’s election is the costliest in American history. The figures show it was driven largely by a small number of megadonors hoping to influence the result.
‘You’re fired’: Netanyahu and Gallant’s mutual animosity, grudges resurface
For a conventional politician, sacking your defence minister in the middle of a war would not be considered wise. Netanyahu, though, is not a conventional politician.
What will happen if Donald Trump wins the election?
What will he do if he beats Kamala Harris to become US president again? His promises and potential policies examined.
What will Kamala Harris do if she wins?
Harris seized upon abortion rights as her core campaigning weapon, however questions remain over some of her policies.
Kyiv keeps one eye on the enemy, the other on White House race
As the world watches to see who will win the White House, few countries have as much at stake as Ukraine.
Lawyers get ready to challenge results
Donald Trump is readying a series of legal challenges to contest the results of the election should Kamala Harris win what polls indicate will be a tight race.
Eavesdropping air fryers ‘sending data to China’
Air fryers may be serving up a side of surveillance with your chicken and chips.
Israeli police arrest soldier and government spokesman over intelligence leak
Eli Feldstein is accused of sharing documents that claimed Hamas planned to smuggle hostages out of Gaza, a leak that could have jeopardised any release deal.
Taboo-breaking comic drew on chaotic life, gangster in-laws
Quick-witted Janey Godley reinvented herself as Scotland’s ‘queen of comedy’, a champion of Scottish independence – and something of a loose cannon.
Eastwood snubs premiere of own film after it was ‘buried’
Fans fear Juror No 2, potentially the director’s last project, is being brushed under the carpet by getting only a limited US release.
The single women fighting Meloni’s IVF ban
Critics of the Italian PM, who had a daughter out of wedlock, say her defence of traditional family values is just an excuse to punish alternative lifestyles.
How to live like a King on national institutions
The Duchy Files: uncovering every plot of land owned by the ancient Duchies of Lancaster and Cornwall and the business deals with the NHS, schools and military that help fund the royals.
N Korea ‘stands by Russia till victory’
North Korea has vowed to back Russia’s invasion of Ukraine ‘until victory day’, while accusing the US and South Korea of plotting a nuclear strike against it.
If Trump wins, buckle up for Elon Musk’s shock therapy
The billionaire owner of X has vowed to use his ruthless management style to cut US government spending by a third if the ex-president returns to the White House.
Pubs escape UK’s outdoor smoke bans
Smoking will be banned outside schools, playgrounds and hospitals in the UK, but will still be allowed in pub gardens under legislation to be announced this week.
Teen reported al-Fayed 10 years earlier than police admit
Samantha-Jane Ramsay, 17, reported the Harrods owner for sexual abuse in 1995, to be told by police they would simply add her ‘to a pile of other female names’ who had made complaints.
King Charles cuts off Prince Andrew’s $2m allowance
Five years after Prince Andrew’s disastrous BBC interview, the King has severed his brother’s financial ties, a decision that may force the Duke to downsize.
Whoever wins, era of American discord is far from over
With polls neck and neck and the country polarised, the anger generated by a turbulent election campaign is unlikely to subside. And yet, the US has faced worse strife and democracy has held.
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