SpaceX Starship reaches orbit on 14th test flight, then returns early
An engine shutdown briefly put the orbital attempt in doubt. Starship reached orbit and deployed 26 Starlink satellites, but ended its planned flight hours early.
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Merseyside Police report 82 arrests after Palestine Action protest at Labour conference
Police also reported 79 people for summons after Sunday's demonstration in Liverpool. Those arrested were released on bail, while campaigners criticised the response.
Tropic’s reduced-browning banana moves closer to sale in England after Defra decision
Defra has confirmed the banana’s precision-bred status, but a food-safety review and market authorisation remain before shoppers can buy it.
Aimee Shalan says Palestine has become an electoral issue in Britain
The incoming Palestine Solidarity Campaign director points to election results and a growing protest movement, while earlier research shows where Gaza affected voters.
Angela Rayner proposes new council powers over social housing in England
Housing associations would have to give reasons for rejecting council referrals of homeless households, while councils would get notice before social-rented homes are sold.
Shabana Mahmood signals possible shift on UK care worker settlement plans
The home secretary acknowledged concerns about fairness in proposed settlement rules, but her remarks at Labour conference did not set out a change or say when a decision would...
Australian housing economists warn further RBA rate rises could worsen affordability
As the Reserve Bank of Australia approaches a widely expected rate decision, economists warn that higher mortgage costs could outweigh the benefit of falling home prices.
Aldi plans £900m investment and 40 new stores in 2027
The supermarket’s planned spending covers stores and distribution work. It follows record 2025 turnover of £19bn, while operating profit edged lower.
Queensland watchdog kept 20 of 6,198 corruption complaints for its own investigation
Most complaints assessed by Queensland’s Crime and Corruption Commission in 2025–26 went back to the agencies concerned, renewing scrutiny of a delayed plan for independent...
Iranian UN delegation has no US talks planned despite Trump’s expectation of renewed negotiations
Iranian state media cited an unnamed source close to the delegation after Trump said he expected talks to resume. A proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz remains conditional.
Trump and Xi announce trade and AI steps, but public accounts leave key issues unresolved
The White House set out proposed tariff treatment, future coal purchases and a channel for AI incidents. Reporting on China's account shows a different emphasis on Taiwan...
Two Cyprus school bus routes resume after vandalism, with guards and CCTV planned
Services in Nicosia and Larnaca restarted on 23 September after temporary suspensions. The transport ministry announced extra supervision and a review of wider safety issues.
Thames Water main burst closes schools and disrupts supplies across London and Surrey
A burst main in West Molesey left thousands of properties without water or with low pressure. Thames Water says repairs are under way and supplies are being rerouted.
Goodman withdraws $1.2bn Project Mars data centre proposal in Sydney
The developer cited changing state and federal policy and community feedback. The NSW planning portal confirms the Lane Cove application is withdrawn.
Bangkok floodwaters ease, but high canals prolong disruption after citywide disaster declaration
Bangkok declared all 50 districts disaster-affected as flooding drove thousands into shelters. Rain eased on Sunday, but high canal levels and incoming water kept some...
Bristol Avon river rights charter signed as councils face test of putting it into practice
A public signing in Bath marked support for seven stated rights for the river. Nine councils have endorsed the charter, but it creates no new legal obligations.
Sacramento’s Dos Rios station opens on Blue Line as Route 33 change approaches
The new River District stop opened to passengers on September 28. SacRT says trains run every 15 minutes at peak times, while a reported bus route change awaits a confirmed...
Pinehurst Station set to open September 30 with bus and bike access, but no parking lot
Seattle’s new light rail stop is scheduled to open five years ahead of its original projection. Riders can connect by bus, bike or on foot; drivers will need to use parking at...