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Education under fire: Gaza’s children face death on their way to school A UN protection force must be urgently deployed to Palestine Sudan RSF commander defects from Hemedti’s forces Jerusalem Daily: Israel’s siege on Hebron displaces thousands Israeli forces blow up homes of Palestinians accused of killing soldiers Jordan Bombs Sites in Southern Syria in Response to Kirk Church Attack Palestinian voter turnout exposes Israel’s attitude towards Arab citizens Saudi Arabia reports interception of Houthi drone targeting Mecca Education under fire: Gaza’s children face death on their way to school A UN protection force must be urgently deployed to Palestine Sudan RSF commander defects from Hemedti’s forces Jerusalem Daily: Israel’s siege on Hebron displaces thousands Israeli forces blow up homes of Palestinians accused of killing soldiers Jordan Bombs Sites in Southern Syria in Response to Kirk Church Attack Palestinian voter turnout exposes Israel’s attitude towards Arab citizens Saudi Arabia reports interception of Houthi drone targeting Mecca

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Eight of nine English water companies still failing on environment, report finds

Angela Eagle tells industry ‘people are sick of excuses’ after pollution levels remained high despite fresh investmentAngela Eagle, the environment secretary, has summoned water industry bosses to Whitehall as a new report found that the environmental performance of the big companies worsened despite investment.“People are sick of excuses,” Dame Angela said, after the Environment Agency joined the

Israel’s anti-Qatar campaign bleeds into elections

Qatar's Foreign Ministry spokesman rejects 'disinformation' amid allegations by some Israelis of voting interference.

Further delays for major council overhaul in nine of 14 proposed areas

Proposals to merge smaller councils to form larger unitary authorities were put on hold last month.

Israeli strikes hit Gaza as Health Ministry urges Rafah opening

Gaza's Health Ministry says dozens died awaiting treatment abroad as Israeli attacks continue despite a 'ceasefire'.

Neville says managers need sacking ‘for own good’ as Man Utd retain Carrick

Former Manchester United captain Gary Neville believes root of team’s problems is Glazer family, urges them to sell up.

Healey’s budget paves way for ‘brutal’ spending review next year, warns IFS

Thinktank says chancellor has given himself a mountain to climb after ducking big decisions in low-key speechJohn Healey has paved the way for a “brutal” spending review next year after his budget failed to cover a £28bn shortfall in the public finances needed to avoid a return to austerity, according to Britain’s leading tax and spending experts.A day after his address to the Commons, the Institu

Suspect in Paris Suburb 'Al-Anasri' Terror Attack to Appear Before French Court

According to France 24 Arabic, the suspect in the 'Al-Anasri' stabbing attack will appear before judges on Thursday, with prosecutors seeking his pre‑trial detention. The attack left one dead and seven injured.

Damascus, Amman contradict each other on attack that killed civilians

Analysts say accountability is needed to quell public outrage over killing of family in southern Syria.

UK social media ban may lock out more than 100,000 teenagers without ID

Watchdog says under-16 ban may affect older teenagers without passport or licence, and that ‘motivated children’ will skirt restrictionsMore than 100,000 British teenagers risk being locked out of social media in the UK if they do not have a passport or driving licence when an under-16 ban is introduced next year.Ofcom, the UK’s online watchdog, said about 150,000 16 to 17-year-olds do not own a p

England and Al-Ahli striker Ivan Toney pleads not guilty to club assault

Footballer Ivan Toney pleads not guilty to allegations he headbutted and punched a man at a London nightclub.

A week of Israel’s lockdown in Hebron: What’s happened, when will it end?

Israel is imposing a tight siege of Hebron amid raids, home demolitions and displacement.

Why is there only one Premier League match on Sunday?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains where is no 14:00 GMT kick-off on Sunday in the Premier League this weekend.

'Painful' years head, think tanks warn, as living standards set to fall

UK households face a drop in their disposable income over next three years, the Resolution Foundation is warning.

Netanyahu May Lose Mandate and Power After Israeli Election

BBC Arabic reports the Guardian says Netanyahu could lose his majority despite holding the most seats, while the Telegraph debates violence in European protests and the Independent publishes a study on the value of hugging.

Can the UK afford more help with the cost of living?

Labour party aims to help households and sustain growth as inflation and debt costs limit its options.

South Korea captain, LA star Son Heung-min backed by coach amid rift rumour

Robert Moreno names captain Son Heung-min in South Korea's squad for Saudi Arabia and Qatar games despite rift rumours.

Israel’s election rhetoric: What candidates said, and how they performed

From Netanyahu to Ben-Gvir, campaign boasts and attacks on Arab parties have been met with a deadlocked result.

تحقيق جديد يربك المشهد الانتخابي في إسرائيل.. ونتنياهو يراهن على عامل الوقت

بينما كانت ملامح التحالفات السياسية في إسرائيل تتجه نحو مزيد من الوضوح مع استمرار فرز الأصوات، أعاد قرار فتح تحقيق أمني بشأن شبهات تدخل خارجي في الانتخابات خلط الأوراق من جديد. تحقيق قد يطال أحزابًا عربية ويزيد من تعقيد مفاوضات تشكيل الحكومة المقبلة، في وقت يرى مراقبون أن إطالة أمد المشهد السياسي قد تمنح بنيامين نتنياهو فرصة إضافية للمناورة وكسب الوقت في سباق تشكيل الائتلاف الحكومي.

England boss McDermott urges patience in PNG points chase

England boss Brian McDermott has urged his players not to panic as they chase points against Papua New Guinea in Wollongong on Friday in a bid to keep alive their Rugby League World Cup hopes.

Sometimes managers need sacking for own good - Neville

Gary Neville says managers sometimes need to be sacked "for their own good" as Manchester United persist with under-pressure boss Michael Carrick.

Poundland on brink of administration, with 12,000 jobs at risk

Owner Gordon Brothers files notice of intent to begin process after rejecting management-backed rescue bidBusiness live – latest updatesThe owner of Poundland has said it is preparing to appoint administrators, putting up to 12,000 jobs at risk at the retail chain across the UK and Ireland.Gordon Brothers filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators at the high court on Wednesday night, w

Water companies' environmental performance 'deteriorates' further - regulators

All but one of England's water companies were rated as "poor" or "requiring improvement" for environmental targets.

Tottenham’s season has finally taken off. How far up the table can they go?

Spurs had an awful start but, after an impressive win at Chelsea, they are suddenly looking up at the tableBy Opta AnalystIn reality, it was only three points. All Tottenham took from their 2-0 win at Chelsea last Saturday evening was a helpful boost in the Premier League standings. But it feels far more significant than that.This is a fixture Tottenham almost never win. In their 34 previous visit

Healey vows to cut welfare bill before next election with ‘tough’ approach to young people

Chancellor’s comments come as fiscal watchdog says disability benefits will cost £100bn a year before end of decadeBusiness live – latest updatesJohn Healey had said there will be a reduction in the welfare bill before the next election, with a “tough” approach to young people who do not accept support to get a job or training.The chancellor was repeatedly pressed on the issue in broadcast intervi