39 minutes ago Rats feast on New York’s City's bagged garbage. Can putting it in bins end the smorgasbord?

New York City is now requiring some residents place their trash into garbage bins for pickup

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40 minutes ago First Nations Voice makes history in South Australia: ‘We are determined to prove you wrong’

Inaugural address from Leeroy Bilney, outlining racist history of Australia and future challenges, greeted with acclaimFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe First Nations Voice has delivered its first message to the South Australian parliament: “We are determined to prove you wrong.”MPs had to squeeze together to make room for all those who turned up to Wednesday’s special joint sitting to hear the Voice’s inaugural address.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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42 minutes ago 10 years of the long read: Seven stowaways and a hijacked oil tanker: the strange case of the Nave Andromeda (2022) – podcast

As the Long Read turns 10 we are raiding the archives to bring you a favourite piece from each year since 2014, with new introductions from the authors.This week from 2022: In October 2020 an emergency call was received from a ship in British waters. After a full-scale commando raid, seven Nigerians were taken off in handcuffs – but no one was ever charged. What really happened on board? By Samira Shackle Continue reading...

Events

1 hour ago New study reveals surprise verdict on how to get the best night's sleep

British researchers have found that those without regular bed and wake-up times are far more likely to suffer heart attacks and strokes, despite getting the recommended amount of shut-eye.

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2 hours ago Truth about Temu, Shein and AliExpress: I ordered the same 15 items from the shopping giants to find out what's worth buying... and had a staggering revelation, writes CLARA GASPAR

Ahead of the biggest shopping event of the year, Black Friday, I conducted a test of Chinese retail giants flooding the British market with promises of prices so low they seem impossible.

Economics

2 hours ago Colombia’s president says visa restrictions to be imposed on British citizens

It comes after changes came into force meaning visitors from Colombia will now need a visa to travel to the UK.

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2 hours ago British diplomat expelled by Vladimir Putin for 'spying' is named as Wilkes Edward Pryor

Wilkes Edward Pryor allegedy spied in Russia, it is reported, and has now been expelled by Vladimir Putin out of the nation - and must leave within just two weeks

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3 hours ago Police officer found guilty of manslaughter after shooting Clare Nowland with a Taser in NSW nursing home

A jury has found Kristian White guilty of manslaughter over the death of the 95-year-oldGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA police officer who fatally shot a 95-year-old woman in a nursing home with a Taser because she refused to put down a sharp knife has been convicted of manslaughter in the New South Wales supreme court.Sen Const Kristian James Samuel White was found guilty by a jury on Wednesday. He will remain on bail until he is sentenced, with Justice Ian Harrison to hear arguments from the prosecution and defence on Friday.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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3 hours ago CELTIC CONFIDENTIAL: The two key positions Brendan Rodgers wants to sign in January, plus proposals to give Celtic Park its own 'Yellow Wall'

Top of the league, preparing for a cup final with Rangers and challenging for the Champions League last 16 play-offs, the Parkhead side have £77m burning a hole in their back account.

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