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Alec Baldwin broke down in tears as the manslaughter case against him was dismissed.

Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter case dismissed in middle of trial and cannot be filed again

A New Mexico judge has thrown out the involuntary manslaughter case against Alec Baldwin in the middle of his trial and said it cannot be filed again.

USA3 hours ago

Giuliani's bankruptcy dismissed allowing seizure of assets: Judge

Rudy Giuliani is no longer entitled to bankruptcy protection, a judge decided Friday.

USA5 hours ago

House Democratic Leader did not offer Biden his endorsement during meeting

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and President Joe Biden met on Thursday night after the president's closely watched solo news conference as defections in Biden's Democratic coalition in Congress continue.

US Election8 hours ago

'Really good day for the Spanish people': Alcaraz on playing in Wimbledon final same day as Euros

Spaniard moves a step closer to a second consecutive Wimbledon title and fourth major championship overall, after beating Daniil Medvedev in the semifinals.

Wimbledon9 hours ago

Family friend Lea Holloway, left, arrives with others to place tributes following the deaths of three women who were killed in an attack at their home, on Tuesday in Bushey, England, Thursday July 11, 2024.

British police arrest man on suspicion of crossbow murders

British police said on Friday that they have arrested a 26-year-old man on suspicion of killing two sisters and their mother in a crossbow attack.

UK10 hours ago

Man sentenced to life over plot to kidnap, rape, murder Holly Willoughby

The judge said Gavin Plumb's plans were so "horrifying, shocking and graphic in detail" that they were not shared in open court.

UK12 hours ago

Deaths of Australian couple in Philippines could be linked to daughter-in-law, police say

It's believed the killer could be linked a 30-year-old woman also found dead in the hotel room beside the couple.

World17 hours ago

US postal worker dies after spending hours in mail truck on 35-degree day

Family members said her death was heat-related and she began to feel weary on a hot day while working her job with the US Postal Service.

USA20 hours ago

Mother of 'miracle baby' found by US highway faces murder charge

Aaliyah Jack, 25, was arrested earlier this week in Mississippi on a Louisiana charge of failure to report a missing child.

crime21 hours ago

Obama speaks to fellow key Democrat about Biden fears

Barack Obama and Nancy Pelosi have spoken privately about Joe Biden and the future of his 2024 campaign. Neither is quite sure what to do.

US POLITICSa day ago

Manhunt launched after human remains found in suitcases in UK

A man was spotted "acting suspiciously" on a bridge in Bristol, where the suitcases were found.

crimea day ago

Towering spire of medieval French cathedral catches fire

A small fire has broken out in the spire of the medieval cathedral in Rouen, a major landmark in northern France that was under renovation.

Francea day ago

Radio station edited Biden interview after campaign request

A Milwaukee radio station agreed to make two edits to an interview it recorded with US President Joe Biden earlier this month at the request of his campaign.

USAa day ago

Michael Mosley and his widow, Clare Bailey Mosley.

Michael Mosley's wife 'breathtaken' by response to husband's death

Dr Clare Bailey Mosley has thanked the public for what she described as the breathtaking response to her husband's death.

World11:45am Jul 12, 2024

As it happened: Biden's crucial press conference marked by more gaffes

It was meant to be the high-flying solo press conference that cemented Joe Biden's status as the leader of the most influential nation on Earth.

Joe Biden11:41am Jul 12, 2024

White House staff and Democratic operatives are privately telling reporters that Joe Biden is not the man he once was.

What happens if Joe Biden drops out of his re-election race?

A candidate dropping out after securing the nomination is unprecedented. If Biden does, it raises many questions.

Joe Biden11:27am Jul 12, 2024

It was a high-stakes media appearance meant to reassure voters. Instead, Biden made two embarrassing blunders

World11:07am Jul 12, 2024

Girl trapped by fallen massive tree branch

Three children were sitting on a playground bench in the northeastern United States when the tree bough dropped on them.

children10:13am Jul 12, 2024

Whole pod of 77 whales die in mass stranding on Scottish beach

It is believed to be the biggest mass stranding in the UK for decades.

whales9:47am Jul 12, 2024

World's oldest DNA sequenced from a mammoth that lived more than a million years ago

Ancient animal's entire DNA mapped in world-first

It's hoped the same strategies could be used to map the DNA of ancient Egyptian mummies.

history7:26am Jul 12, 2024

Free phones for Olympians heralds the age of the podium selfie

In a major break from tradition, athletes at the Olympic Games this year can use free phones to snap their golden moment.

Olympics7:12am Jul 12, 2024

Slaying suspect in 'serious condition' as police recover crossbow

Kyle Clifford, 26, was taken away on a stretcher from Lavender Hill Cemetery with undisclosed injuries.

UK1:54am Jul 12, 2024

Grenades found in bag cause airport evacuation

Operations at Hawaii's Hilo International Airport were halted when security screeners spotted two items that looked like grenades in a bag belonging to a man from Japan.

World4:02pm Jul 11, 2024

This image made from video provided by KPLC shows a truck passing along the highway where a 1-year-old child was found

Abandoned 'miracle baby' survived two days on US highway after brother's death

Calcasieu Parish Sheriff Gary "Stitch" Guillory said the baby had numerous bug bites but otherwise appeared to be in good health.

World3:11pm Jul 11, 2024

Death row inmate pleads with state not to autopsy body

The Alabama death row inmate said an autopsy would violate his religious beliefs as a practicing Muslim, a lawsuit says.

USA1:47pm Jul 11, 2024

Record-breaking deadly heat scorching US

In the notorious Death Valley, tourists took photos next to a thermometer showing temperatures of 55 degrees.

Photos12:44pm Jul 11, 2024

Ancient stone circles covered sad secret in Norway

The discovery is "unique" and raises more questions than answers, a major museum said.

archaeology12:39pm Jul 11, 2024

NATO leaders jointly affirm 'Ukraine's future is in western alliance'

The war-torn country's path to membership of the alliance is 'irreversible', they pledged.

nato11:56am Jul 11, 2024

New York gang leader admits ordering eight murders, including schoolgirls'

Alexi Saenz pleaded guilty in a racketeering case involving eight murders in the US.

courts10:54am Jul 11, 2024

Spanish tourist killed by elephants in South Africa

A Spanish tourist was crushed to death by a herd of elephants inside South Africa's Pilanesberg National Park after he left his vehicle to take a close-up photo of the breeding animals, local police said.

south africa10:11am Jul 11, 2024

'Inhuman': At least 261 dead in nation's prisons amid war on gangs

The strongarm measures have been criticised as "torture", but supporters say the country is much safer.

prison9:59am Jul 11, 2024

Ollie Watkins of England celebrates victory with Harry Kane after the UEFA EURO 2024 semi-final match between Netherlands and England at Football Stadium Dortmund on July 10, 2024 in Dortmund, Germany. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

England reach Euros final after 'debatable' goal

England have advanced to the final of a major tournament for the first time on foreign soil as the Netherlands fall to a late strike.

football7:13am Jul 11, 2024

Hollywood megastar Clooney turns on Biden

The A-lister says "every senator and governor" is privately saying the same thing, just weeks after raising $44 million for the president.

World6:27am Jul 11, 2024

Man suspected of killing BBC radio commentator's family found, police say

British police say they have found the man suspected of killing the wife and two daughters of a well-known BBC radio commentator near London in a brutal crossbow attack.

crime6:20am Jul 11, 2024

Baldwin 'violated the cardinal rules of firearm safety', trial hears

A defence attorney has told jurors the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was an "unspeakable tragedy" but "Alec Baldwin committed no crime; he was an actor, acting".

courts4:39am Jul 11, 2024

Pelosi says 'it's up to the president' to decide to stay in the race

The comments, despite US President Joe Biden's insistence he is still running, show how unsettled the question remains.

Joe Biden12:00am Jul 11, 2024

Scientists hope 'pink jelly' could revolutionise meat

Researchers in South Korea say they've developed a new way to make lab-grown meat taste like the real deal. It may look like a transparent, bubble gum pink-coloured disc, but scientists hope it could revolutionise the meat on people's plates.

South Korea5:14pm Jul 10, 2024

Trump revels in Democratic turmoil as he returns to campaign trail, challenges Biden to 'golf-off'

After days spent lying low and golfing Trump used his return to the campaign trail in Florida to ratchet up his attacks on both Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.

World4:46pm Jul 10, 2024

As Australia lags, wages in these countries are growing

Australia is trailing behind when it comes to new research on what workers are paid.

Cost of Living4:30pm Jul 10, 2024

Jury seated in Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial in New Mexico

Sixteen jurors were seated ahead of opening statements to be made tomorrow.

USA3:08pm Jul 10, 2024

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaks at the Ronald Reagan Institute

'Step out of the shadows': Ukraine's urgent call to NATO leaders

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that the world must not wait for November's presidential election in the United States to take action to repel Russia's invasion of his country.

Russia Ukraine12:39pm Jul 10, 2024

Inside the gunship carrying the biggest weapon in the US Air Force

What it's like aboard the eerily-named Ghostrider during live fire drills in Korean airspace.

military11:59am Jul 10, 2024

Human case of plague confirmed in US

The source of the potentially deadly disease is still under investigation in the state of Colorado.

USA11:45am Jul 10, 2024

King hands Goldfinger singer honour as she 'forgets to curtsey'

The 87-year-old was made a Companion of Honour by King Charles III at Windsor Castle.

Royal Family10:53am Jul 10, 2024

Surprise condition of body found after 22 years on frozen mountain

William Stampfl died in an avalanche in the Peruvian Andes in 2002. His family thought he'd never be found.

mountains9:50am Jul 10, 2024

Gypsy Rose Blanchard is pregnant, months after prison release

Gypsy Rose Blanchard, who served eight and a half years for helping to kill her abusive mother, has announced that she is set to become a mother herself.

World9:21am Jul 10, 2024

Richest man in Asia throws lavish wedding party for his son

Multi-billionaire Mukesh Ambani has been throwing sumptuous pre-wedding celebrations as his son and heir prepares to tie the knot this week.

World9:14am Jul 10, 2024

Oil sanctions brought Putin and Modi closer. Now they're in a nuclear embrace

The Russian president squired Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi about during the latter's visit.

Vladimir Putin9:03am Jul 10, 2024

Russian court orders arrest of opposition leader Navalny's widow

Navalny, the fiercest political foe of Russian President Vladimir Putin, died in February in an Arctic prison while serving a 19-year sentence.

courts4:40am Jul 10, 2024

Why charity calendar photos have resurfaced 17 years later

A freelance photographer's work has resurfaced after it was shared with the simple text: "The beginning of two legends".

football1:37am Jul 10, 2024

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