Qatar seeking Israel-Hamas deal to free 50 hostages and 3-day truce
Human Interest 16 November 2023, 3:26 pm 1 minute Reuters was first to report that Qatari mediators on Wednesday sought to negotiate a deal between Hamas and Israel that included the release of around 50 civilian hostages from Gaza in exchange for a three-day ceasefire. Article Tags Topics of Interest: Human Interest Type: Reuters Best […]
Davis Cup: Novak Djokovic wants finals to move around the world
Novak Djokovic and Serbia have not played a Davis Cup tie on home soil since 2018 Novak Djokovic says the Davis Cup knockout phase “has to travel” around the world as he prepares for Serbia’s quarter-final against Britain in Spain. Since a revamp of the men’s team event in 2019, the final stages of the […]
National Insurance, benefits, alcohol: Autumn Statement key points
Here’s what you need to know about Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s tax and spending plans for the year ahead. Source: BBC News
What we know about Israel-Hamas Gaza deal on hostages
Israel is currently holding about 7,000 Palestinians accused or convicted of security offences, according to Israeli and Palestinian rights groups. Almost 3,000 Palestinians are reported to have been arrested in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem, where violence has also surged, since 7 October. Source: BBC News
Bangor social housing residents living in 'unsafe' conditions
Some social housing residents in Bangor are living with crumbling door frames and water damage. Source: BBC News
Sam Altman: Ousted OpenAI boss to return days after being sacked
The new agreement “in principle” involves a new board being installed, the tech company said. Source: BBC News
Dutch election: Voters choose new leaders in neck-and-neck race
The head of the centre right, Dilan Yesilgöz, is tipped to become the Netherlands’ first female PM. Source: BBC News
Sam Altman in talks to rejoin OpenAI board – reports
Reports say negotiations aimed at his possible reinstatement are ongoing, as pressure from staff grows. Source: BBC News
NI and business tax cuts expected in Autumn Statement
National Insurance cuts are set to be among plans Jeremy Hunt hopes will boost the economy. Source: BBC News
King Charles deploys K-pop at South Korea state banquet
The King hails the global impact of South Korean popular culture during the state visit. Source: BBC News