South Korea says it will not attend Sado mines memorial in Japan amid lingering historical tensions
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea says it will not attend Sado mines memorial in Japan amid lingering historical tensions.
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The IndependentAt least 13 people dead as Thailand and Malaysia face worst floods in decades
Hundreds of thousands of people displaced due to floods in Southeast Asia
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Philippine Coast Guard Accuses Chinese Navy Helicopter of Harassing Fishing Vessels
The Philippine Coast Guard accused the Chinese Navy of harassing Philippine fishing vessels with an helicopter in Rozul Reef, in the South China Sea, at the end of last month.The Philippine Coast Guard said it received the footage showing the incident on November 28.Following the incident, the Philippine Coast Guard sent two vessels to the area “to ensure the safety and security of Filipino fishermen exercising their right to fish freely in Rozul Reef.”Footage and images released by the Philippine Coast Guard show an helicopter hovering low over fishing boats, and a Coast Guard vessel stationed near the fishermen.The China Coast Guard said it was patrolling the Beibu Gulf, located northwest of the South China Sea, between November 26 and November 28, but didn’t release any information about this incident. Credit: Jay Tarriela/PCG via Storyful
- The Telegraph
Foreign Office have not helped us, say family of missing Red Sea passengers
The family of a British woman still missing after the Red Sea yacht disaster have complained about the lack of help from the Foreign Office.
- Sky News
Two dead and more than 30 injured after coach crashes in Pyrenees
Two people have died and more than 30 others have been injured after their coach crashed on a mountainous road in the Pyrenees in southern France. A total of 47 people including the driver were on board when the collision happened on Sunday at 5pm near the ski resort of Porte-Puymorens, the regional administration said. The vehicle collided with a cliff edge on the twisting N320 road in the Pyrenees-Orientales region, which borders Spain and Andorra.
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Cyclone Fengal toll rises to 20 in South Asia
The death toll from Cyclone Fengal's fierce push through Sri Lanka and southern India reached 20 on Monday as downpours and flooding followed the storm's wake after its winds calmed.Roads were flooded and schools were shut in parts of southern India with weather officials on Monday warning that there remained a risk of flash flooding.
- BBC
More than 50 dead and dozens missing after Nigeria boat sinks
This is the latest incident on the country's inland waterways where regulations are rarely enforced.
- People
Sofía Vergara Poses Topless and Shares Sexy Bikini Snaps from Colombian Holiday Vacation with Her Family
The actress shared photos of herself posing in a sexy black bikini as she and her family spent Thanksgiving in Colombia
- People
Jennifer Lopez Wears Dazzling See-Through Top During Dinner Outing in Beverly Hills
The actress and singer was photographed at upscale Italian restaurant Cipriani
- HuffPost
Elon Musk Must Return $56 Billion Tesla Pay Package, Judge Rules
"Absolute corruption," the Tesla CEO complained on social media.
- Associated Press
Trump demands immediate release of Oct. 7 hostages, says otherwise there will be 'HELL TO PAY'
President-elect Donald Trump is demanding the immediate release of Israeli hostages still being held in Gaza, saying that if they are not freed before he is sworn into office for a second term there will be “HELL TO PAY." “Please let this TRUTH serve to represent that if the hostages are not released prior to January 20, 2025, the date that I proudly assume Office as President of the United States, there will be ALL HELL TO PAY in the Middle East, and for those in charge who perpetrated these atrocities against Humanity," Trump wrote in a post on his Truth Social site. It was not immediately clear whether Trump was threatening to directly involve the U.S. military in Israel’s ongoing campaign against Hamas in Gaza.
- The Guardian
Leicester’s Ruud van Nistelrooy ‘hurt’ by enforced exit from Manchester United
Ruud van Nistelrooy admitted: ‘I was disappointed, very much so’ after leaving Old Trafford but said he is ready to ‘work around the clock’ for Leicester
- The Telegraph
Manchester City were never in this game – here are the numbers that prove why
Manchester City suffered a chastening defeat at Anfield on Sunday as Liverpool blitzed them from the first whistle.
- Evening Standard
Manchester United: Ruben Amorim credits Ruud van Nistelrooy impact as Amad Diallo takes leap forward
Ivorian winger delivered another strong display for new boss in the 4-0 rout of Everton at Old Trafford
- Cinema Online
Lin Chi-ling celebrates 50th birthday with heartwarming photos of son
The actress reflects on motherhood and life's journey in emotional birthday post
- BBC
Vietnamese tycoon loses death row appeal over world's biggest bank fraud
She is now in a race for her life - if she can pay back 75% of what she took, she could be spared.
- Evening Standard
Granddad fights off Rolex watch muggers in central London by swinging takeaway bags
Christopher Harris was attacked by muggers in Paddington after he bought takeaway food
- INSIDER
As a personal trainer in my 20s, I ate as little as possible and overexercised to stay lean. At 34, I'm fitter, healthier, and stronger — but much less strict.
All Sohee Carpenter used to care about was looking good. Now, she prioritizes her health, including sleeping well and eating enough fiber.
- NextShark
Bangladeshi fruit vendor moved to tears as banana he sold for 35 cents fetches millions
Shah Alam, a 74-year-old Bangladeshi fruit vendor in Manhattan, was shocked to discover that a banana he sold for 35 cents was later auctioned off for $6.2 million at Sotheby's auction house as the centerpiece of artist Maurizio Cattelan’s artwork called "Comedian." The piece, which features the banana duct-taped to a wall, was purchased by entrepreneur Justin Sun on Nov. 20. A banana’s value: Alam, who lives in a basement apartment in the Bronx and works 12-hour shifts at a fruit stand outside the auction house, was moved to tears after learning of the sale from a reporter.
- The Telegraph
Slot has fused heavy-metal football with Dutch control – Liverpool look uncatchable
For 20 minutes Liverpool played good old-fashioned Jürgen Klopp football as they tore into Manchester City. It was rock and roll. Heavy metal. Full throttle. Peak Klopp. And City could not cope.
- Hello!
Amal Clooney's jaw-dropping glitterball dress everyone forgot about
Human rights lawyer Amal Clooney oozed glamour in the glitterball gown during the 2023 Fashion Awards - see photos of George Clooney's wife