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ReutersKremlin says it disagrees with Turkey's Erdogan that Crimea should return to Kyiv's control
MOSCOW (Reuters) -Russia completely disagrees with comments from Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan that Crimea should return to Ukrainian control, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Friday. Erdogan said this week that Turkish support for Ukraine's territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence was unwavering, and that the return of Crimea - which Russia seized from Ukraine and annexed in 2014 - was a requirement of international law.
- The Independent
Trump gave Harris a shocking two-word compliment after the debate
Presidential candidates both attended a memorial ceremony at Ground Zero hours after the debate
- Yahoo News Australia
Tourists travelling outback Australia issue grim warning: 'So many horror stories'
The problem is rife across many regional Aussie towns with travellers on the road sharing their experiences.
- Cosmo
Rita Ora just blessed our timelines with a new nude selfie
There simply aren't enough fire emojis, for Rita Ora's latest Instagram Story upload which sees her completely nude.
- HuffPost UK
Robert De Niro Pulls No Punches As He Tears Into 'Clown' Donald Trump
The two-time Oscar winner also branded Trump's current presidential bid "insanity".
- The Daily Beast
Trump Reveals Who He Will Blame If He Loses Election
Is Donald Trump gearing up to blame old folks if he loses the presidential election to Kamala Harris in November? It sure sounded that way Thursday at a rally held by the former president in Tucson, Arizona, where he took note of the changing demographic of his supporters and wondered aloud if they will be to blame if he’s defeated on Election Day.“We have a lot of young people here,” Trump said. “My audiences, they’ve gotten younger and younger, do you notice that?”Read more at The Daily Beast.
- Parade
Bianca Censori Rocks Risqué Sheer 2-Piece With Kanye West Following a Break
The look is a return to form—for 2024, at least—for the Australian model.
- Yahoo News Australia
Warning after tourist's 'risky' stunt near Aussie river: 'Never do that'
The move, which was filmed and shared on social media, shocked local residents and experts.
- Yahoo Finance AU
China collapse fuelling $180 billion bloodbath as Australia's backbone threatened
China's economic spiral could impact Aussies in ways they didn't imagine; from an interest rate cut to the collapse of an industry supporting our nation.
- Evening Standard
Who is Lady Sarah McCorquodale? Princess Diana's sister supports Prince William at military ceremony
Prince William’s aunt turned up to offer support for her late sister’s son
- The Independent
Travis Kelce shares thoughts on Elon Musk’s Tesla Cybertruck following Taylor Swift mockery
The Kansas City Chiefs player has been dating Swift since 2023
- The Daily Beast
Pope Slams Trump and Harris: Vote For ‘Lesser of Two Evils’
Pope Francis delivered a searing indictment of both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris Friday as he unexpectedly intervened in the presidential election.A reporter from CBS News asked the supreme pontiff what a Catholic voter should do when faced with one candidate who supports abortion rights and the other who advocates deporting millions of migrants. “They are both against life,” the Pope responded, “the one who throws away migrants and the one who kills children.”The Pope touched on two issues th
- The Independent
The Simpsons star Hank Azaria responds to Trump’s Springfield pet eating claims as Chief Wiggum
Trump’s claims have been debunked and widely ridiculed
- Yahoo Finance AU
$700 cost-of-living cash injection Aussies could claim this month
Feeling low on cash? You're not alone. Here's how you can cash in as the cost of living continues to bite.
- NewsWire
Millions brace for sudden weather change
Millions of Aussies are bracing for chilly winds and forecasts of showers, hail and snow in what’s been called a “shock to the system” by meteorologists.
- Sky News
China passes law raising retirement age for first time in 70 years amid shrinking population
China will begin raising the retirement age for the first time in more than 70 years as the 1.4bn-strong country faces a shrinking and ageing population. China's legislature, known as the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, has signed off a new policy which will see retirement age rise for both men and women as of January 2025, state broadcaster CCTV announced. Over 15 years, the retirement age for men will be raised from 60 to 63 and for women, who can currently retire at 50 if they are in blue-collar employment or 55 if they have white-collar jobs, will retire either at 55 or 58 years, depending on the work they do.
- The Daily Beast
Chad McQueen, ‘Karate Kid’ Star and Steve McQueen’s Only Son, Dies at 63
Chad McQueen, the only son of the late Hollywood legend Steve McQueen and an actor in his own right who starred in the Karate Kid franchise as the character “Dutch,” died on Wednesday after suffering organ failure, his attorney told TMZ. He was 63.He died at his home on a ranch in Palm Desert, California, with his family present, the tabloid reported, citing McQueen’s lawyer, Arthur Barens.A previous injury reportedly caused the organ failure that ultimately claimed his life.Read more at The Dai
- Parade
Fans Say Sharon Stone, 66, Is 'Shining' as She Flaunts Fit Bod in Animal-Print Bikini
The 'Basic Instinct' star is about to start filming 'Nobody 2.'
- Yahoo Lifestyle
Kmart shoppers go wild for 'amazing' $29 storage item: 'Need this'
A nifty Kmart product is currently going viral on social media, with one person admitting they’ve ‘never placed an order so fast’. Read more.
- Yahoo Sport Australia
Nathan Cleary in NRL finals masterclass for Penrith as Roosters dudded by 'horrible' call
The Roosters were filthy about the controversial decision. More here.