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JK Rowling Criticizes Emma Watson Over Gender Identity Views

JK Rowling delivers a scathing response to actress Emma Watson's criticism of the Harry Potter author's view on the issue of "gender identity", writes BBC.

James Comey Faces Formal Accusations of Lying to Senate

The former FBI chief in the USA, James Comey, is formally accused of having provided false information to the senate. He himself denies the allegations. I am not afraid, says Comey on Instagram.

Liverpool Bans Over 1,000 for Life in Ticket Crackdown

Liverpool toughens stance against the extensive black ticket market. Last season, the club banned 1,114 people for life, including eleven season ticket holders, according to BBC.

Over 1,000 Indonesian Children Suffer Food Poisoning from School Meals

More than 1,000 children have fallen ill after eating free school meals in Indonesia – just over the past three days.

News Agencies Urge Israel to Allow Journalists into Gaza

BBC and the news agencies AFP, Reuters and AP have made a short film where they demand that journalists should be allowed to enter Gaza.

Ukrainian Drone Strike Ignites Fire at Russian Oil Refinery

An oil refinery in Russian Bashkortostan is on fire after a Ukrainian attack, several media outlets report.

Gaza Hospitals Overwhelmed as Patients Surge Amid Conflict

Hospitals in northern Gaza are flooded with patients during Israel's offensive in Gaza City. Very severely injured people are being operated on with minimal anesthesia. Outside, the Israeli tanks are advancing.

Health Minister Robert F Kennedy Faces Criticism for Misleading Claims

When the US President Donald Trump claimed that paracetamol is harmful to fetuses, he did it flanked by Robert F Kennedy. It is not the first time the health minister is in trouble for false or misleading claims.

UK Faces Rising Tensions Over Immigration and Nationalist Protests

Immigration has become the most important issue for many Britons. Migrant boats in the English Channel and highly publicized violent crimes evoke anxiety and discontent. Last weekend's nationalist giant demonstration in London is described as perhaps the largest ever.

30 Arrested After Violent Riots in The Hague

UK to Recognize Palestinian State Amid Policy Shift

United Kingdom is expected to officially recognize an independent Palestinian state on Sunday, reports BBC.

23 Countries Compete in Russia's Intervision Song Contest

This evening, among others, China, India, Saudi Arabia and the USA will compete in the Russian version of Eurovision – Intervision – in Moscow.

Taliban Bans Books by Women at Afghan Universities

The Taliban regime in Afghanistan has banned books written by women at the country's universities, reports BBC.

Three Arrested in UK for Suspected Russian Espionage

Two men and one woman have been arrested outside London, suspected of having spied for Russia, announces the Metropolitan Police according to British media.

Lula Says No Relationship Exists with Trump

Brazil's and USA's current leaders have never spoken to each other. This is what President Lula da Silva says to BBC, and in response to the question what kind of relationship he has with his colleague Donald Trump, the answer is: There is no relationship.

Macron Sues to Disprove Rumors About Wife's Gender in US Court

Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron will now in a court in the USA present "scientific evidence" that the French president's wife is a woman. The presidential couple is taking the drastic measure to win a defamation lawsuit, reports the British BBC.

FIA President Open to Russia's Return as Formula 1 Host

International Automobile Federation (FIA) chairman Mohammed Ben Sulayem opens up for the possibility that Russia can return as a Formula 1 host. We do not mix religion and politics into our decisions, he says.

Thousands Protest Trump Visit in London Urging Government to Show Backbone

Several thousand people gathered on Wednesday in London to demonstrate against the US president Donald Trump's visit to the country.

Norway Urges EBU to Address Israel's Eurovision Participation

Norway does not intend to boycott the Eurovision Song Contest – but sets requirements for the EBU to now take a concrete stance on Israel's participation.

UK Sprinter Reprimanded for Religious Headband at World Championship

The international athletics federation, World Athletics, will remind the United Kingdom of the rules regarding religious messages, after a sprinter wore a Christian headband during the World Championship in Tokyo.

Ukraine Reports Over 130,000 Russian Soldiers Killed in War

The Russian army continues to suffer large losses in the war against Ukraine, emphasizes Ukraine which reports a rising million figure. At least 130,000 Russians have been killed in the war, based on what has been possible to confirm so far.

Tinder Swindler Simon Leviev Arrested in Georgia by Interpol

The so-called "Tinder scammer" has been arrested in Georgia at the request of Interpol.

40 Percent of Gaza City Residents Flee Amid Israeli Offensive

A "powerful operation" has begun in Gaza City, confirms Israel's Prime Minister. 40 percent of the population has, according to Israel, fled when one now initiates the main phase in a large offensive in the Gaza Strip's largest city.

Adolescence Makes History with Emmy Win for Youngest Supporting Actor

It was a historic win for "Adolescence" at Sunday's Emmy gala when 15-year-old Owen Cooper took home an Emmy statuette for best male supporting role in a miniseries – as the youngest ever.