General news

• World leaders back Zelenskyy following Trump, Vance Oval Office spat

  28-02-2025 23:44 via foxnews.com
  
  European leaders came out with sweeping support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy following the explosive Oval Office meeting in which President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance gave harsh reprimands and accused him of being "disrespectful."Several leaders took to social media to back Ukraine and to remind Washington that Russian President Vladimir Putin is the Russia-Ukraine conflict's "aggressor," not Zelenskyy. TUNE IN: BRET BAIER INTERVIEWS ZELENSKYY ON 'SPECIAL REPORT
  
  Read more

• 76ers star Joel Embiid ruled out for season with knee injury

  28-02-2025 22:46 via nbcnews.com
  
  Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid will miss the remainder of the NBA regular season with a left knee injury, the team announced Friday.
  
  Read more

• Vance leans hard into Trump's foreign policy — and sparks an extraordinary Oval Office skirmish

  28-02-2025 22:26 via nbcnews.com
  
  President Donald Trump, ready to wrap up his Oval Office meeting Friday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, asked for one last question from the reporters gathered in the room.
  
  Read more

• Rose Girone, oldest living Holocaust survivor, dies at 113

  28-02-2025 22:25 via foxnews.com
  
  Rose Girone, believed to be the oldest living Holocaust survivor and a strong advocate for sharing survivors' stories, has died. She was 113.She died Monday in New York, according to the Claims Conference, a New York-based Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany.MY FATHER SURVIVED THE HOLOCAUST. CENSORSHIP DIDN’T STOP THE NAZIS, IT HELPED THEM"Rose was an example of fortitude but now we are obligated to carry on in her memory," Greg Schneider, Claims Conference executive vice
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• Mexican drug lord pleads not guilty to killing of DEA agent after US extradition

  28-02-2025 22:18 via theguardian.com
  Rafael Caro Quintero arraigned in New York over federal agent’s death after years as one of US’s most wanted menAfter years as one of US authorities’ most wanted men, the Mexican drug cartel boss Rafael Caro Quintero was brought into a New York courtroom on Friday to answer charges that include orchestrating the 1985 killing of a US federal agent.Caro Quintero pleaded not guilty to running a continuing criminal enterprise. Separately, so did Vicente Carrillo Fuentes, the leader
  
  Read more

• Fugitive in 1982 bombing evaded capture by assuming dead classmate's identity, officials say

  28-02-2025 21:59 via nbcnews.com
  
  A 76-year-old man who went into hiding following a 1982 bombing and allegedly assumed the identity of his dead college classmate was arrested this month at his home in New Mexico after a standoff with law enforcement.
  
  Read more

• Here's the real reason Trump and Zelenskyy's deal blew up in the Oval Office

  28-02-2025 21:52 via foxnews.com
  
  FIRST ON FOX: President Donald Trump's refusal to grant a key demand made by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy precipitated their explosive confrontation during a live press event at the White House.A stunned world watched Friday as Vice President JD Vance and Trump reprimanded Zelenskyy in full view of reporters, with cameras rolling. From the moment the Oval Office event started, the dynamic between Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart was noticeably different from the two other press eve
  
  Read more

• 'Trump Gaza' AI video creators say they don't want to be the president's 'propaganda machine'

  28-02-2025 21:31 via nbcnews.com
  
  The creators of a controversial AI-generated video shared by President Donald Trump on social media say they never meant to become a “propaganda machine,” and that their video, which depicts an outlandish vision of Gaza featuring bearded dancers in bikinis and a giant golden Trump statue, was created as satire.
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• Rams QB Matthew Stafford set to return to team next season

  28-02-2025 20:29 via nbcnews.com
  
  The Los Angeles Rams and Matthew Stafford have agreed to a restructured contract to ensure the quarterback remains with the franchise for the 2025 NFL season, according to multiple reports.
  
  Read more

• Lebanon seizes $2.5M destined for Hezbollah after stopping man at airport in 'unprecedented’ bust

  28-02-2025 20:04 via foxnews.com
  
  A man allegedly carrying $2.5 million in cash destined for the Lebanese terrorist group Hezbollah reportedly was detained Friday at Beirut’s airport in a bust that an expert told Fox News Digital is "unprecedented." "The detainee and the seized funds will be handed over to the investigation division at the General Directorate of General Security," Lebanon's finance ministry said in a statement obtained by Reuters, which cited sources saying that the man had been traveling from Turkey.
  
  Read more

• Violent protests erupt in Greece on anniversary of deadly train crash

  28-02-2025 20:03 via foxnews.com
  
  A protest over the Greek government’s response to the nation’s largest-ever train crash turned violent on Friday as scores of youths hurled rocks and gasoline bombs at police.The fiery scenes took place in front of Greece's parliament building in Athens during mass protests to mark the second anniversary of a devastating train crash in northern Greece that left 57 people dead. Following hours of peaceful rallies in the Greek capital, youths with&nbs
  
  Read more

• 7 key takeaways from the Israeli military's report on what happened on Oct. 7

  28-02-2025 20:01 via foxnews.com
  
  The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) released most of its investigation of what happened on Oct. 7, 2023, and in the days leading up to Hamas’ massacre. While the initial investigation began in November 2023, outgoing IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi ordered all units to start probes in March 2024. The IDF refrained from offering recommendations in its report, saying that those would be left to incoming IDF Chief of Staff Maj. Gen. (res.) Eyal Zamir, who will enter the role next week.OC
  
  Read more

• Pope suffers breathing crisis amid pneumonia battle, Vatican says

  28-02-2025 19:51 via foxnews.com
  
  Pope Francis' condition worsened after he went through a bronchospasm that led to an episode of vomiting and inhalation, the Vatican said. Following the episode, the pope began non-invasive ventilation and was responding well. According to Vatican sources, the pope is now breathing with the help of a mask that covers his nose and mouth, and is not intubated.The Vatican says that throughout the day the pope remained alert and oriented the entire time. However, Vatican sources noted that Pope Fran
  
  Read more

• Israel proposes Gaza plan that gives it tighter military control than before war

  28-02-2025 19:19 via theguardian.com
  
  Plan for IDF-protected ‘humanitarian hubs’ to selectively issue aid casts doubt on Israeli intent to withdrawThe Israeli military has presented the UN and aid organisations with a plan for running Gaza that involves Israel having tighter control than it did before the war, according to humanitarian officials, casting doubt on whether Benjamin Netanyahu’s government has any intention of carrying out a military withdrawal.At meetings with UN representatives on Wednesday and with
  
  Read more

• Special Report: Trump and Zelenskyy meet in tense Oval Oval exchange

  28-02-2025 19:11 via nbcnews.com
  President Trump and Vice President JD Vance hold a tense meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as they negotiate a possible peace deal.
  
  Read more

• Trump tells Zelenskyy he's 'gambling with World War III' in tense exchange

  28-02-2025 18:57 via nbcnews.com
  President Trump, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and Vice President Vance had a tense exchange about the ongoing war with Russia. Vance asked Zelenskyy if he has ever said "thank you" for U.S. aid and Trump clashed with him over what has been provided.
  
  Read more

• Macron says French-Algerian author under ‘arbitrary detention’ in Algeria

  28-02-2025 18:27 via theguardian.com
  
  French president voices concern for health of Boualem Sansal, who is on hunger strike over his imprisonmentThe French president, Emmanuel Macron, has said he is concerned about the “arbitrary detention” and health of Boualem Sansal, days after the French-Algerian author began a hunger strike over his imprisonment in Algeria.On Tuesday, Pen America issued a statement calling for the immediate release of 75-year-old Sansal, noting that “his hunger strike adds to grave concerns fo
  
  Read more

• Can Europe deter Russia in Ukraine without US military?

  28-02-2025 17:16 via bbc.com
  
  Donald Trump will not get involved in security guarantees for Ukraine, but can Europe fill the gap?
  
  Read more

• Trump to sign an executive order making English the official U.S. language

  28-02-2025 16:03 via nbcnews.com
  
  WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order aimed at making English the official language of the U.S., according to a White House official.
  
  Read more

• England's one-day cricket captain Jos Buttler steps down

  28-02-2025 15:50 via bbc.com
  
  Jos Buttler says it is "the right decision" for him and the team as he resigns as white-ball captain following England's Champions Trophy exit.
  
  Read more

• Buttler steps down as England's white-ball captain

  28-02-2025 15:50 via bbc.com
  
  Jos Buttler says it is "the right decision" for him and the team as he resigns as white-ball captain following England's Champions Trophy exit.
  
  Read more

• England critics 'blow my mind' - Genge

  28-02-2025 15:40 via bbc.com
  
  England prop Ellis Genge says he has been dumbfounded by criticism of the team's style in the wake of their one-point win over Scotland last weekend.
  
  Read more

• Faisal Islam: Any Starmer deal with Trump is all about avoiding tariffs

  28-02-2025 15:11 via bbc.com
  
  A deal to avoid further trade barriers appears very much on the cards, but challenges remain.
  
  Read more

• Minister resigns over cuts to overseas aid, saying UK's reputation will be deeply harmed

  28-02-2025 15:10 via bbc.com
  
  Dodds delayed her resignation until after Keir Starmer's meeting with President Trump, saying he had needed a united cabinet.
  
  Read more

• Warhol portrait of late Queen on show in Edinburgh

  28-02-2025 14:58 via bbc.com
  
  It is is among dozens of images of the royal family which have gone on display in Edinburgh.
  
  Read more

• Philippines shark attack: 2 tourists killed at popular diving spot

  28-02-2025 14:55 via foxnews.com
  
  Two tourists were reportedly killed by sharks in the Philippines after getting swept away by an undercurrent at a popular diving location. The divers, identified as Ilia Peregudin, 29, and Maksim Melekhov, 39, from Russia, were in an area off Verde Island known for its vibrant marine life and corals when they were carried away Thursday towards a group of hungry sharks that were resurfacing, according to Viral Press. "There was a strong current, and the group were separated. Two of them
  
  Read more

• Man who murdered top chef near Notting Hill Carnival jailed for life

  28-02-2025 14:42 via bbc.com
  
  Mussie Imnetu died in hospital four days after he was kicked and punched in the street.
  
  Read more

• Former leader of NATO nation slams President Trump in blunt interview: 'No longer an ally'

  28-02-2025 14:27 via foxnews.com
  
  Former French President François Hollande said in a recent interview that President Donald Trump and his administration are "no longer" allies.When asked to analyze Trump’s first few weeks back in the Oval Office, Hollande did not hold back on criticisms.In a blunt interview with French news outlet Le Monde, Hollande, who left office in 2017, said, "Even if the American people remain our friends, the Trump administration itself is no longer our ally." The former French leader also a
  
  Read more

• Figure skater's dad describes agony of losing wife and son in D.C. plane crash

  28-02-2025 14:19 via nbcnews.com
  
  Doug Lane speaks out about the loss ofhis wife and son in the plane crash over the Potomac River in D.C.
  
  Read more

• Former PC who leaked Nicola Bulley case details sentenced

  28-02-2025 14:04 via bbc.com
  
  PC Molly Bury was arrested after her mother was overheard saying she shared sensitive information with her.
  
  Read more

• 'Really good sportsmanship'- Smith retracts run-out appeal

  28-02-2025 13:53 via bbc.com
  
  Australia captain Steve Smith retracts an appeal from team-mate Josh Inglis to review a possible run-out in the ICC Men's Champions Trophy.
  
  Read more

• GPs strike deal to help end '8am scramble' for appointments

  28-02-2025 13:53 via bbc.com
  
  It gives general practices a big funding boost, as well as reducing red tape and targets.
  
  Read more

• Lloyds Bank says app issues fixed after payday IT issue

  28-02-2025 13:46 via bbc.com
  
  Technical issues have affected UK banking app users on payday for the second-month running in 2025.
  
  Read more

• US Embassy in Thailand warns Americans of 'violent retaliatory attacks' risk after Uyghurs deported to China

  28-02-2025 13:35 via foxnews.com
  
  The U.S. Embassy in Bangkok is warning Americans of potential "violent retaliatory attacks" Friday after a group of 45 Uyghurs were deported by Thailand to China in a move Secretary of State Marco Rubio condemned in the "strongest possible terms." Thai police and security officials said China had given assurances that the men — who had been in custody for more than a decade — wouldn't face penalties or be harmed. They said at a news conference Thursday that all of them
  
  Read more

• Wild beaver release approved for England

  28-02-2025 13:32 via bbc.com
  
  The decision follows years of trials but some farmers are concerned there could be negative impacts.
  
  Read more

• BBC review finds 'serious flaws' over Gaza documentary

  28-02-2025 13:21 via bbc.com
  
  The documentary was pulled last week after it emerged its 13-year-old narrator was the son of a Hamas official.
  
  Read more

• Greeks hold mass protests demanding justice after train tragedy

  28-02-2025 12:49 via bbc.com
  
  Fifty-seven people died in the disaster and protests are being held across Greece and beyond.
  
  Read more

• Labor unions cheer court ruling that blocked Trump’s mass firings – US politics live

  28-02-2025 12:45 via theguardian.com
  Lawyers for the unions hail ruling as ‘important initial victory’For 250 years, the United States has held itself up as a symbol of democracy – an example of freedom and self-governance to which the rest of the world could aspire. People have long looked to our declaration of independence and constitution as blueprints for how to guarantee those human rights and freedoms.Tragically, all of that is changing. As Donald Trump moves this country towards authoritarianism, he is alig
  
  Read more

• Russia-linked Telegram channels ‘offering to pay for attacks on UK mosques’

  28-02-2025 12:41 via theguardian.com
  
  Exclusive: Campaigners say cryptocurrency payments were offered to UK residents if they daubed anti-Muslim graffitiA network of Telegram channels with Russian links is encouraging UK residents to commit violent attacks on mosques and Muslims and offering cryptocurrency in return, campaigners have warned.The channels have already been linked to real world events in the form of Islamophobic graffiti sprayed on mosques and schools in east and south London earlier this month, sometimes with the name
  
  Read more

• US shutdown of HIV/Aids funding ‘could lead to 500,000 deaths in South Africa’

  28-02-2025 12:37 via theguardian.com
  USAid cuts to clinics dispensing antiretroviral drugs will be ‘death sentence for mothers and children’, expert warnsSweeping notices of termination of funding have been received by organisations working with HIV and Aids across Africa, with dire predictions of a huge rise in deaths as a result.After the US announced a permanent end to funding for HIV projects, services across the board have been affected, say doctors and programme managers, from projects helping orphans and pregnant
  
  Read more

• Zelenskyy heads to US for Trump meeting with minerals deal expected to be signed – Europe live

  28-02-2025 12:36 via theguardian.com
  
  Key details of agreement yet to be made public but US president has resisted agreeing to provide security guaranteesTrump says Putin would keep his word on a Ukraine peace dealin AthensThe peaceful scenes in central Athens have now been eclipsed by the eruption of full scale clashes between rock-throwing youths and riot police. Continue reading...
  
  Read more

• BBC made ‘rookie errors’ over Gaza film, says former news chief

  28-02-2025 12:33 via theguardian.com
  
  Roger Mosey says mistakes were ‘not an unfortunate accident’ as shadow minister calls for independent inquiryThe BBC made “basic rookie errors” over a documentary about life in Gaza that featured the son of a Hamas minister, a former senior executive at the corporation has said.Roger Mosey, who was head of BBC television news until 2013, said mistakes by the corporation were “not an unfortunate accident” but the upshot of “some people not doing their job
  
  Read more

• Lloyds, Nationwide and Halifax customers hit by online banking problems

  28-02-2025 12:28 via theguardian.com
  Thousands of people affected, with users of TSB and Bank of Scotland services also reporting glitchesBusiness live – latest updatesThousands of UK customers are suffering online banking problems on Friday, with reports of trouble accessing internet and app services.Nationwide, Lloyds and Halifax confirmed problems with their online banking systems, and said they were working to fix them. Continue reading...
  
  Read more

• Starmer’s Trump meeting ‘spectacular success’, says Streeting, as Tories dismiss president’s backing for Chagos deal – UK politics live

  28-02-2025 12:22 via theguardian.com
  Health secretary hails talks over defence, security and trade as Badenoch says her party will continue to oppose Chagos dealKeir Starmer intends to follow his shock decision this week to slash aid spending to fund a higher defence budget with radical moves on welfare reform and immigration restrictions, Patrick Maguire reports in his Times column today. Here’s an extract.What we do know, however, is that Starmer is seizing this moment of geopolitical crisis as permission to remake the Labo
  
  Read more

• Former defense secretaries condemn Trump's firing of senior military officials in scathing letter

  28-02-2025 12:21 via foxnews.com
  
  Five former defense secretaries issued a scathing letter on Thursday assailing President Donald Trump for firing the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and other senior officers. In an open letter published Thursday, former Defense Secretaries James Mattis, Leon Panetta, Lloyd Austin, Chuck Hagel, and William Perry urged Congress to hold immediate hearings on Trump's recent firings of Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. CQ Brown and several other senior military leaders. They
  
  Read more

• Romanian minister questions how Tate brothers could leave country for US

  28-02-2025 12:08 via bbc.com
  
  The brothers face rape and human trafficking charges, which they deny.
  
  Read more

• London's longest-serving fire dog to retire

  28-02-2025 12:08 via bbc.com
  
  Sherlock joined LFB at only 10 weeks old and it said he is now 100 years old in dog years.
  
  Read more

• OpenAI launches Sora video generation tool in UK amid copyright row

  28-02-2025 12:05 via theguardian.com
  ‘Sora would not exist without its training data,’ said peer Beeban Kidron, citing ‘another level of urgency’ to debateThe artificial intelligence company behind ChatGPT has launched its video generation tool in the UK amid a deepening row between the tech sector and creative industries over copyright.Beeban Kidron, the film director and crossbench peer, said the introduction of OpenAI’s Sora in the UK added “another layer of urgency to the copyright debate&rdq
  
  Read more

• Residents advised to buy earplugs as lighthouse fog alarm malfunctions

  28-02-2025 12:02 via bbc.com
  
  The automated Longships Lighthouse off Land's End is sounding a loud beep every 13 seconds.
  
  Read more

• GOP Rep. Joe Wilson trumpets 'Make Iraq Great Again!' message

  28-02-2025 12:01 via foxnews.com
  
  Rep. Joe Wilson, R-S.C., a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, shared a message on X in which he declared, "Make Iraq Great Again!"His post included a graphic featuring the Iraqi flag along with the letters "MIGA," and the phrase "MAKE IRAQ GREAT AGAIN." An X user wrote in response to Wilson's post, "American first huh?""Forget Iraq and worry about Americans," another account wrote when replying to the congressman.Wilson has been speaking out on social media about various foreign
  
  Read more

Follow @newslock_news on Twitter!