Ukraine, Syria restore diplomatic ties after breakdown during Assad regime | United Nations News

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy and Syria’s President Ahmed al-Sharaa discuss cooperation and mutual respect as Ukraine and Syria rebuild diplomatic relations.Published On 25 Sep 202525 Sep 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareUkraine and Syria have formally restored diplomatic relations as their leaders met on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said following his meeting with Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa.Syria’s Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani, along with an accompanying delegation, also attended the meeting…

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‘War has rules’: UN event urges action to protect Palestinian children | United Nations News

New York City, United States – After nearly being killed in June during an Israeli attack on Gaza, 10-year-old Rasha felt compelled to write her will.“If I become a martyr or pass away, please do not cry for me because your tears cause me pain,” she wrote. “I hope my clothes will be given to those in need.”Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of listThaer Ahmad, a Palestinian American physician who has been volunteering in Gaza for the…

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Kenya’s president demands African seat at UN Security Council | United Nations

NewsFeedKenyan President William Ruto told the UN General Assembly that Africa’s exclusion from permanent membership on the Security Council is unfair and undermines the UN’s credibility, arguing the continent bears the “heaviest cost of instability”.Published On 24 Sep 202524 Sep 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2Share Source link

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Early changes during brain development may hold the key to autism and schizophrenia

Researchers at the University of Exeter have created a detailed temporal map of chemical changes to DNA through development and aging of the human brain, offering new insights into how conditions such as autism and schizophrenia may arise. The team studied epigenetic changes – chemical tags on our DNA that control how genes are switched on or off. These changes are crucial in regulating the expression of genes, guiding brain cells to develop and specialise correctly. One important…

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Devon and Somerset fire service told to make improvements

BBCStaff have been urged to record faults and escalate them to senior leadsDevon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service has been told to make improvements when it comes to issues that may affect the time taken to get to incidents. A revisit inspection of the service by His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services in July found "long-standing issues" with the system which had "not previously been resolved in a timely manner".It said some of…

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Jack Mackenzie: Plymouth Argyle defender suffers further injury setback

Plymouth Argyle defender Jack Mackenzie will be out for a further four to six weeks after suffering from shin splints.The 25-year-old has yet to play for the Pilgrims since his summer move from Aberdeen after suffering tendonitis in his knee during pre-season.But having overcome that problem the Scottish Cup winner has been sidelined with a new issue which will likely keep him out until November.It is another blow to the Pilgrims who have lost Julio Pleguezuelo, Caleb Watts…

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Award-winning cyber law resource has 2025 update

Experts from around the world have worked together to expand a unique resource that helps countries, militaries, and academics understand how international law applies to cyber activities. The new material explores issues such as the peaceful settlement of cyber disputes, accountability for crimes against humanity committed through cyber means, and data collection in occupied territory. By combining new scenarios with updated incidents and national positions, the annual update ensures that the Cyber Law Toolkit remains a trusted reference…

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Russia a ‘paper tiger’: How Trump changed his position on Ukraine, NATO | Russia-Ukraine war News

United States President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Ukraine – with the support of the European Union and NATO – can win back its territory captured by Russia since the beginning of the war in Ukraine, in a dramatic U-turn from his previous position that both sides will have to cede land to end the war.Here’s a closer look at what Trump is saying now and how his position has shifted.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of…

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Tonnes of rock to protect crumbling east Devon coastline

Miles DavisDevon political reporterMiles Davis/BBCThousands of tonnes of rocks are being used to protect the coast at Seaton Hole Thousands of tonnes of rock are being delivered by sea to protect crumbling cliffs.About 6,500 tonnes of rock are being brought by barge to Seaton beach on the south coast of Devon, East Devon District Council (EDDC) has said.It said the rock armour would be used to reinforce the base of the cliffs at Seaton Hole where there have…

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Eater: Duplication – album review

Album Review Eater Duplication Cleopatra Records CD/DL/Vinyl Preorder now for release 31 October 2025 Andy Blade and his 21st Century line-up of Eater release an album of 1976/77 cover versions and it is an utterly brilliant encapsulation of everything Punk Rock was about in the mind of a teenage boy in ’77. AI could never replicate this, as it has no concept of the joy of cheap speed and blow-jobs, says Ged Babey.  This is the album Andy…

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Exeter’s success in supporting local regeneration recognised in national assessment

The University of Exeter’s firm  commitment to working with regional businesses to stimulate local regeneration been recognised in a comprehensive national assessment. New data from the Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF), produced by Research England, is a landmark tool that helps universities and policymakers understand how higher education is driving forwards to achieve economic growth and societal benefit across England. Now in its fifth year, KEF shines  a light on how different universities collaborate with businesses, communities, and public…

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New season a chance for Exeter Chiefs ‘reset’ – Rob Baxter

Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter said the new Gallagher Prem season is a chance for his side to have a "reset" after last year's poor campaign.The Chiefs finished second from bottom, winning just four matches, as they recorded the worst top-flight season in their history. It was the fourth successive season that Exeter failed to reach the Premiership final, having reached the previous six.Long-serving coaches Ali Hepher and Rob Hunter have left the club, while a number of…

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