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Burnham says public must decide on EU return, rejects welfare cuts as 'crude'

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has rejected welfare cuts proposed by opposition parties, defended his government's migration policy, and insisted that any decision to rejoin the EU would be made by the British public, not by him personally.

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Storm Boelo cleanup continues as third weather system approaches Scotland

Restoration efforts continue across Scotland and northern England following Storm Boelo, with tens of thousands still without power as a third weather system approaches. Fresh yellow wind warnings have been issued for Tuesday.

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Storm Boelo Passes but Fresh Atlantic System Brings Wind and Rain

Storm Boelo is clearing but another Atlantic low-pressure system approaches the UK on Monday and Tuesday, bringing rain and strong winds. A Met Office yellow warning covers Scotland, northern England and Northern Ireland on Tuesday, with gusts of 50-60mph expected. Conditions should improve from ...

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Lula Wins Historic Fourth Term in Brazil Runoff, Defeats Bolsonaro's Son

Brazil's left-wing President Lula has won a historic fourth term, defeating Flávio Bolsonaro in a runoff on 25 October with 51.79% of votes. The comeback victory—after losing the first round—marks the first such reversal in Brazil's presidential elections since 1989. Bolsonaro has refused to acce...

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Parliament honours injured MP Haines with cockatoo tribute as civility pledge gains support

Parliament honours injured independent MP Helen Haines with an orange cockatoo tribute as colleagues sign a civility pledge. Prime Minister Albanese and Opposition Leader Taylor address the attack and broader concerns about political discourse, while Victorian Labor faces declining poll numbers a...

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Storm Boelo wreaks havoc across Scotland with widespread damage

Storm Boelo swept across Scotland on Sunday, destroying caravans, flooding transport networks, toppling trees, and damaging infrastructure from the northeast coast to the southwest. Coastal areas experienced the most dramatic effects with large waves and widespread damage.

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Death toll from Taraba village attack rises to 48 as gunmen raid shops and homes

The death toll from an attack on Binnari village in Nigeria's Taraba state has risen to at least 48, with Amnesty International confirming 52 deaths. Gunmen on motorcycles raided the village on Friday, looting shops and setting houses ablaze in a rampage lasting up to four hours.

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Venezuelan Opposition Leader Machado Returns Home After 10 Months in Exile

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has returned home after more than ten months in exile, marking a significant moment in the nation's turbulent political landscape following the US-backed removal of President Nicolás Maduro.

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Board of Deputies declares Green Party racist over Zionism policy

The Board of Deputies of British Jews has declared the Green Party of England and Wales a racist organisation after it adopted a policy equating Zionism with racism. The declaration passed 118-1, and Labour has issued ultimatums to local Green groups.

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Man killed by falling tree as Storm Boelo batters UK with 85mph winds, leaving 82,000 without power

A 60-year-old man has been killed by a falling tree as Storm Boelo batters Scotland and northern England with winds exceeding 85mph, leaving more than 82,000 without power. Widespread transport disruption and event cancellations continue across the UK.

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Welsh Finance Minister Warns of Worst Budget Settlement Since Pre-Pandemic Era

Finance Minister Elin Jones warns Wales faces its worst budget settlement since before the pandemic unless it receives additional funding. She calls for greater borrowing powers and the release of £14bn in pledged rail investment.

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Gabon lifts eight-month social media ban with new regulatory framework

Gabon's communications authority has reversed an eight-month ban on social media platforms, announcing the decision on Saturday. The suspension, imposed in February to curb conflict and division, had drawn international criticism and prompted widespread use of VPNs to bypass restrictions.

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