As Epstein questions linger, Trump falls back into familiar habit: lashing out at female reporters 24. November 2025 (14:00) He called one a ‘piggy’ after being questioned about the files, and reacted furiously to another during a meeting with the Saudi crown prince Since the early days of his political career, Donald Trump has been critical of the media, but in recent days his hostility has reached a new peak – particularly when it comes to questions about his association with the pedophile Jeffrey Epstein.Trump invoked the phrase “piggy” – a term he has used before – to describe a female reporter on Friday, and has aggressively responded to at least one other female reporter over the past week, including threatening to revoke ABC’s license. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Dharmendra, Bollywood’s ‘He Man’ and one of its most enduring stars, dies at 89 24. November 2025 (13:51) India’s prime minister among those paying tribute to celebrated actor whose career spanned six decadesDharmendra, one of the most enduring stars of India’s Bollywood cinema, has died at the age of 89.Born Dharam Singh Deol, but later known as Dharmendra, he rose to fame in the 1960s and became one of the most celebrated and popular stars of Indian cinema in a career that spanned six decades. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
US senators call for investigation of scam ads on Facebook and Instagram 24. November 2025 (13:42) Senators cited Reuters reporting that Meta itself estimated its platforms were involved in a third of all scams in the USUS senators Josh Hawley and Richard Blumenthal have asked the heads of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to investigate revenue from ads on Facebook and Instagram that promote scams and banned goods.“The FTC and SEC should immediately open investigations and, if the reporting is accurate, pursue vigorous enforcement action where appropriate” to force Meta to disgorge profits, pay penalties and agree to cease running such advertisements, Hawley and Blumenthal wrote in a letter to the federal agencies. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Diaries, artworks and more to be auctioned from Marianne Faithfull’s personal belongings 24. November 2025 (13:24) Late singer’s personal effects up for sale including a trunk gifted to her by Carrie Fisher, and artworks by Anita Pallenberg and Marlene DumasDiaries and a gift from actor Carrie Fisher are among the personal items from Marianne Faithfull that are going up for auction in London.The musician died in January aged 78, leaving behind a cache of fascinating portraits, photographs and ephemera from a glamorous, sometimes troubled life. “Each piece tells a story and reflects her spirit and inimitable taste,” her son Nicholas Dunbar said. “It is time now for these belongings to find new homes and I hope that they will bring as much joy to their new owners as they did Marianne.” Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Two peers suspended from House of Lords for breaking lobbying rules 24. November 2025 (13:10) Lord Evans of Watford and Lord Dannatt were filmed breaking rules, in undercover footage recorded by GuardianUK politics live – latest updatesTwo long-serving peers are to be suspended from the House of Lords after a parliamentary watchdog ruled that they had broken lobbying rules.Richard Dannatt, a former head of the British army, and David Evans (Lord Evans of Watford), were filmed breaking the rules in undercover footage recorded by the Guardian. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Jimmy Cliff, Jamaican reggae singer, actor and cultural icon, dies aged 81 24. November 2025 (12:45) Star of The Harder They Come had hits including You Can Get It If You Really Want and I Can See Clearly NowJimmy Cliff, the singer and actor whose mellifluous voice helped to turn reggae into a global phenomenon, has died aged 81.A message from his wife Latifa Chambers on Instagram reads: “It’s with profound sadness that I share that my husband, Jimmy Cliff, has crossed over due to a seizure followed by pneumonia. I am thankful for his family, friends, fellow artists and coworkers who have shared his journey with him. To all his fans around the world, please know that your support was his strength throughout his whole career … Jimmy, my darling, may you rest in peace. I will follow your wishes.” Her message was also signed by their children, Lilty and Aken. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Ukraine working with US on ‘compromises that strengthen us’, says Zelenskyy – Europe live 24. November 2025 (12:01) US and Ukraine say they have ‘updated framework’ for peace plan after weekend talks in GenevaUS and Ukraine promise ‘updated’ peace framework after criticism of pro-Russian points in original planRussian air defences downed a Ukrainian drone en route to Moscow on Monday, the city’s mayor said as reported by Reuters, forcing three airports that serve the capital to temporarily restrict all incoming and outgoing flights.Moscow mayor Sergei Sobyanin said in a statement that emergency services were working at the scene of the downed drone. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Trump touts cheap groceries ahead of Thanksgiving. The reality is a mixed plate 24. November 2025 (12:00) President looks to Walmart’s promotion as proof he lowered cost of living. But holiday prices are volatile, economists sayIf you feel like the price of Thanksgiving this year is more expensive to gobble up, you’re not alone. Amid widening concerns about the rising cost of living, polls show consumers are increasingly worried about inflation.Economists say the picture for holiday food prices this year is more mixed – prices are volatile and depend largely on how families shop around for their feast. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Teenager arrested after 17-year-old boy stabbed to death in Sydney’s north-west 24. November 2025 (11:53) The victim was treated by NSW paramedics for wounds to his thigh but died at the sceneGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA 15-year-old young person is under arrest after a teenage boy was fatally stabbed in the leg in Sydney’s north-west on Monday afternoon.Speaking to the media on Monday evening, Supt Naomi Moore said the 17-year-old was stabbed in the thigh and the alleged offender then fled. The 17-year-old was treated by New South Wales paramedics but died at the scene. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Questions for UK embassy in Tel Aviv over employee who owns home in illegal settlement 24. November 2025 (11:08) Embassy’s employment of Gila Ben-Yakov Phillips is potentially violation of UK sanctions law, say expertsThe British embassy in Tel Aviv may have broken both UK sanctions law and UK government security policies by employing an Israeli citizen who owns a home in an illegal settlement in occupied Palestine, legal experts have said.The embassy’s deputy head of corporate services and HR, Gila Ben-Yakov Phillips, moved to Kerem Reim in 2022. She listed a house she bought there as her home address on financial documents at the time. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
