GLOBEALERT
The wire

Feed

Open sources, classified and cross-checked. 20,809+ stories.

ConflictSep 27Ukrainian boarding schools train teens to replace fallen fathers in warWashington Post World
WorldSep 27UK police evacuate homes near airbase used by USPolice say they have arrested several men on suspicion of explosives-related offences.Al Jazeera [en]
WorldSep 27Massive Attack singer arrested over pro-Palestine protest in UKMassive Attack singer arrested over pro-Palestine protest in UKAl Jazeera [en]
MilitaryBreakingSep 27Major incident declared at UK air base used by US forcesPolitico Europe
PoliticsSep 27Northern Ireland court allows Orange Order march through Catholic areaA court in Northern Ireland has allowed a Protestant parade to proceed through a controversial route in a Catholic area for the first time in nearly 30 years. The legal dispute ended in the early hours of Sunday, with counterprotests now underway and police working to keep marchers and protesters apart. The Drumcree parade dispute dates back to the mid-1990s, when tensions over the route led to riots, roadblocks and murders, threatening Northern Ireland’s peace process. Hervé Amoric reports from Portadown.France 24 [en]
WorldSep 27Pope Leo visits Lourdes pilgrimage siteAfter leaving Paris, Pope Leo XIV ended his second day in France in Lourdes, where he prayed at the Grotto of Massabielle, one of the Catholic Church’s major pilgrimage sites. He is the third pope to visit Lourdes, following Benedict XVI and John Paul II. On Sunday, the pontiff is due to celebrate another open-air mass before meeting privately with seven survivors of clerical sexual abuse. A French inquiry found that members of the Church had abused around 330,000 people as minors over seven decades. Catherine Viette reports.France 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 27Switzerland votes on country's neutralityAs other neutral countries such as Austria and Ireland increase defence spending and strengthen ties with NATO, Swiss voters are taking part in a referendum on whether to enshrine a stricter definition of the country’s centuries-old neutrality in the constitution. Switzerland has not fought a military conflict since neutrality was established in 1815, but some argue that measures such as sanctions can undermine that principle. The vote also raises questions about how neutrality can be maintained amid Europe’s changing security landscape, with Russia at war with Ukraine and the US putting pressFrance 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 27Irish players to wear black armbands to boycott IsraelIreland’s national football team is facing intense pressure to boycott its UEFA Nations League games against Israel, with the first match taking place this Sunday evening in Hungary. The team has decided to go ahead with the fixture but will wear black armbands in protest. Ireland will also be without its usual goalkeeper, who has chosen to boycott the game. Antonia Kerrigan reports.France 24 [en]
PoliticsBreakingSep 27Northern Ireland: Disputed parade set for flashpoint after nearly 30 yearsA court in Northern Ireland has allowed a Protestant parade to proceed through a controversial route in a Catholic area for the first time in nearly 30 years. The legal dispute ended in the early hours of Sunday, with counterprotests now underway and police working to keep marchers and protesters apart. The Drumcree parade dispute dates back to the mid-1990s, when tensions over the route led to riots, roadblocks and murders, threatening Northern Ireland’s peace process. Hervé Amoric reports from Portadown.France 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 27Pope Leo to meet with French survivors of sexual abuse in Lourdes to address what he calls an 'open wound'Leo XIV is scheduled to meet with seven survivors of sexual abuse in Lourdes on Sunday. Although French bishops were once at the forefront on this issue, acknowledging the systemic nature of the abuse, associations now denounce a step backwards.Le Monde [en]
PoliticsSep 27Protestors in Madrid demand better tenant protectionThe eviction on Wednesday of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal, who was carried from her Madrid flat on a stretcher after police broke down her door, threw the spotlight back on the problem and galvanized protesters.Le Monde [en]
WorldSep 27Photos: Pope Leo draws hundreds of thousands for open-air Mass in ParisPope Leo XIV celebrates an open-air mass for hundreds of thousands of believers on the Champs-Elysees.Al Jazeera [en]
DisasterBreakingSep 27Police declare 'major incident' near RAF base in UK as men arrested on suspected explosives offencesEuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 27Tories to deport all foreign criminals guilty of non - minor crime | Bridport and Lyme Regis NewsThe Tories plan to deport all foreign criminals convicted of non-minor crimes, indicating a new policy direction on immigration and justice.bridportnews.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsSep 27Tories to deport all foreign criminals guilty of non - minor crimes The Tories plan to deport foreign nationals convicted of non-minor crimes. This policy indicates a stricter stance on immigration and criminal justice.chelmsfordcitynews.co.uk
PoliticsSep 27Swiss to vote in referendum on stricter neutralitySwitzerland is preparing for a referendum to decide on implementing stricter neutrality policies.sconeadvocate.com.au · Australia
PoliticsSep 27Anglesey delays decision on introducing visitor levy | North Wales ChronicleAnglesey has postponed its decision on implementing a visitor levy. This indicates ongoing local policy discussions regarding tourism taxation.northwaleschronicle.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsSep 27Massive Attack Robert Del Naja Arrested At Palestine Action Protest In Liverpool - Noise11 Music News Noise11 Music News | NewsRobert Del Naja of Massive Attack was arrested at a Palestine Action protest in Liverpool. This reports an incident involving a public figure at a political demonstration.noise11.com · Australia
WorldSep 27TV icon Mary Berry , 91 , opens up on family tragedy | North Wales ChronicleTV personality Mary Berry has spoken about a family tragedy. This is a personal story concerning a public figure.northwaleschronicle.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsSep 27Tories to deport all foreign criminals guilty of non - minor crimes The Conservative Party (Tories) plans to deport all foreign criminals convicted of non-minor crimes. This is a significant policy announcement regarding immigration and justice.northwaleschronicle.co.uk · United Kingdom
WorldSep 27Free Charmouth wartime fire service exhibition opens | Bridport and Lyme Regis NewsA free exhibition on the Charmouth wartime fire service has opened. This event offers a historical perspective on local efforts during wartime.bridportnews.co.uk · United Kingdom
WorldSep 27Lyme Regis witchcraft cases through Dorset history revealed | Bridport and Lyme Regis NewsHistorical witchcraft cases from Lyme Regis throughout Dorset's history have been revealed. This provides insight into past local cultural events and beliefs.bridportnews.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsSep 27Tough choices ahead for united kingdom PM despite Burnham bounce The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom faces difficult decisions, despite a recent political positive trend, indicating ongoing political challenges for the country's leadership.sconeadvocate.com.au · Australia
PoliticsSep 27Tories to deport all foreign criminals guilty of non - minor crimes The Conservative party plans to deport all foreign nationals convicted of crimes that are not considered minor offenses.bracknellnews.co.uk · United Kingdom