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Margaret Hamilton obituary
Margaret Hamilton, who directed software engineering for NASA’s Apollo program, died at 90. Her work on the Apollo Guidance Computer was critical to the moon landings.
Starwatch: Catch the Orionid meteor shower streak across the night sky
The annual Orionid meteor shower peaks this week as Earth passes through dust from Halley’s comet, though a bright moon will reduce visibility of fainter meteors.
Can Hearts prove title credentials at scene of Celtic Park heartbreak?
Hearts visit Celtic Park seeking to prove title credentials after a previous heartbreaking visit ended their championship hopes, while Celtic struggle with recent European disappointment and internal discord.
Non-league sides make history in FA Cup qualifying
Eighth-tier AFC Rushden & Diamonds reached the FA Cup first round for the first time in their history after defeating National League North side Morecambe 2-1, with several other non-league clubs achieving historic milestones.
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Argentina to file criminal case against oil company operating in Falklands
Argentina announced it will file criminal charges against oil company Navitas Petroleum for operating in waters near the Falkland Islands, escalating a sovereignty dispute with Britain.
Organised crime driving illicit cigarette factory boom ‘in almost every EU state’
Illegal tobacco production is surging across the EU, with organized crime gangs establishing factories in almost every member state to bypass supply chain restrictions and reach consumers more directly.
In West Bank, date farmers weigh impact of UK sanctions on Israeli settlers
The UK has announced an import ban on Israeli settlement goods in the occupied West Bank, joining other European nations in restricting trade with settlements deemed illegal under international law.
Netanyahu was warned of 7 October Hamas attacks, book claims
A new book claims Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu received a warning from the UAE president about a planned Hamas attack a week before the October 7, 2023 offensive, allegations Netanyahu denies amid election campaign criticism.
British family of man abducted by Saudi Arabia speak out over nine-year ordeal
A British woman has publicly disclosed her husband’s alleged nine-year ordeal involving abduction, torture, and detention by Saudi authorities, following failed quiet diplomatic efforts to secure his release.
Police overlooked tip-off day before far-right agitators blocked Dover roads
Police received a tip-off the night before far-right activists blocked Dover roads, indicating they had assembled in a nearby village and planned the action, but the warning was not fully assessed.
British widow faces deportation from Sweden after 22 years
A 78-year-old British widow faces deportation from Sweden after 22 years of residence due to a late post-Brexit application, with Tuesday marking her deadline to leave voluntarily.
Remilitarisation and support for Ukraine must not slacken, US tells Europe
US defense officials urged European allies to maintain military support for Ukraine and increase defense spending during a 50-country virtual meeting focused on securing 300 Patriot interceptors for Kyiv.
Funding cuts are forcing dozens of health clinics in Sudan to close, aid groups warn
Dozens of health clinics in Sudan are closing this year due to global aid cuts, affecting over 400,000 people amid an ongoing humanitarian crisis exacerbated by three years of war.
New grand jury subpoenas being sent in investigation targeting Trump-Russia probe, AP sources say
The Justice Department is issuing new grand jury subpoenas to former government officials as part of a year-long investigation examining alleged intelligence community conspiracy against President Trump during Russia probe scrutiny.
MAC appeals Michigan-Western Michigan result, asks NCAA and CFP to recognize Broncos as winner
The MAC appealed Michigan’s 13-12 victory over Western Michigan, claiming a replay officiating error affected the outcome and requesting the NCAA and CFP recognize the Broncos as the actual winner.
Illinois audit finds child protection agency made progress, but was still noncompliant with 2020 law
An Illinois audit found the state’s child protection agency made progress but remains noncompliant with a 2020 law requiring safety measures for reunified children, nearly six years after implementation.