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Judge Orders Trump Administration to Answer for Tree Removals at D.C. Golf Course
During a four-hour hearing, a federal judge demanded answers from the Trump administration about who authorized the removal of hundreds of trees at the East Potomac Golf Links.
Trump Ally Takes Up a Latin American Tradition: Unburying a Hero
Sword in hand, President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador is revamping a custom of political exhumations. A new crypt projects his power across Central America.
General News Today — October 12, 2026
Can a Democrat Beat Darline Graham? 5 Takeaways From the South Carolina Senate Debate and more — today's news signal.
Women's billion-dollar boom leaves players behind, says Fifpro
Women's football is on course to become a billion-dollar industry, but many professional players are still earning low wages, working on insecure contracts and experiencing rising psychological stress, a Fifpro survey indicates.
A Trove of Truman Capote’s Possessions Is Up for Auction
Four decades after his death, a revealing trove of the author’s possessions is up for auction.
Can a Democrat Beat Darline Graham? 5 Takeaways From the South Carolina Senate Debate
Dr. Annie Andrews, the Democratic challenger, accused Senator Darline Graham of taking her cues from President Trump. Ms. Graham said Dr. Andrews wouldn’t say no to socialists.
Australia lose two wickets but lead over South Africa grows - scorecard
Latest scorecard from the first Test between South Africa and Australia in Durban.
In Maine Senate Race, Anxious Democrats Turn to Bernie Sanders for a Jolt
Three months after a jarring summer candidate switch, some Democrats in the state are worried about the enthusiasm for their nominee, Troy Jackson, who is in a close race.
Saudi Arabia's Riyadh airport hit by second Houthi strike in two days
The Yemeni group says it carried out attacks that killed 13 people over the weekend and targeted two airports and oil facilities.
Four Hours and Three Minutes at Cornell
On the most traumatic night in a young woman’s life, a good man could not be found.
General News Today — October 11, 2026
Bid to overturn ruling which stops police being sued for failings and more — today's news signal.
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The Papers: 'Burnham ready to sign new EU deal' and 'Hand of Gord'
Many of today's papers cover the PM's comments on Brexit and the Daily Star writes of an alleged exorcism.
Republicans Promoted a False Rumor That James Talarico Was in Ohio
The Democratic nominee for Senate in Texas spent nine days off the trail with what he and his campaign said was a bad case of the flu. His opponents fueled rumors, including one that spread widely before it was debunked.
NHS staff get 'landmark' payout over gas exposure
The settlement follows the largest group legal action brought by midwives in the UK, says union.
I lost my hair to MS treatment - now my wigs are worn by Naomi Campbell and Serena Williams
Antonia Okonma Shittu's wig business was launched after a shock diagnosis, and she now wants to help other women feel their best.
Calls Show How Confusion Delayed Emergency Response for Christa Pike
The first 911 call from inside the prison was made at 8:40 p.m. It took about 30 minutes to verify its authenticity.
Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte dies aged 34
Mitte, who lived with cerebral palsy, starred as Walter White Jr in the Emmy-winning drama series.
RJ Mitte, Who Played Walter White’s Son on ‘Breaking Bad,’ Dies at 34
Mr. Mitte was born with cerebral palsy and brought his own experience of living with the disability to the role of Walter White Jr. on the Emmy-winning show.
An Ad Targeting Susan Collins’s Opponent, Troy Jackson, Airs in the Wrong Portland
An executive with the Republican super PAC that paid for the ad attacking Troy Jackson, the Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, blamed its vendor for running the ad in Oregon.
In Grief, a Mother Asks Strangers to ‘Sit Here’ at a Ballgame
Rhenda Strub invited strangers to accompany her to Seattle Mariners games this season to help overcome the loneliness of grieving for her son’s death.
Publicly owned rail is popular. But is it making the trains run on time?
Meeting travellers' expectations could be challenging, experts warn.
US actress Selma Blair accused of assault after incident with flight attendants
The Legally Blonde star is investigated by the FBI following an alleged altercation on a flight from LA to New York.
Blakeman Launches Graphic Attack on Mamdani in Meeting With Hasidic Jews
While seeking support from Hasidic leaders, the Republican candidate for governor, Bruce Blakeman, said Mayor Zohran Mamdani would not act if riots hit their community.
