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Hamas has condemned the Board of Peace’s decision not to work with the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, in Gaza, accusing the US-created body of adopting Israel’s position. Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem said the decision was intended to end UNRWA’s operations, prevent it from delivering aid and undermine Palestinians’ right of return. “The decision is a complete alignment with the Zionist position,” Qassem said on Saturday. The Board of Peace said on Friday that “UNRWA’s involvement in Gaza is unchanged”. But in a statement posted on X, it said it would work only with partners it considered trusted…

Glen Powell and Michelle Randolph attended the Texas-Tennessee game together, turning the college football showdown at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville into a public date. The couple were seated in a box with friends as the Tennessee Volunteers faced the Texas Longhorns on Saturday. Powell wore an orange University of Texas hat with a matching button-down shirt, while Randolph opted for a white tank top and sunglasses. Powell appeared to be smiling at Randolph in photographs from the game, which also attracted former president Donald Trump. Trump was booed by spectators at one point during the contest. The undefeated Longhorns went…

England were beaten 3-2 by Spain at Wembley in a thrilling Nations League contest, despite taking a 2-1 lead into half-time. Spain regained control after the interval, leaving England to reflect on a disappointing second half. England’s difficulties began when Marc Guehi’s mistake allowed Lamine Yamal to put Spain ahead. The hosts recovered to move in front before the break, but were unable to contain Spain’s attacking play in the second period. England player ratings against Spain James Trafford was given a 5.5. The goalkeeper made several good saves on a rare start ahead of Jordan Pickford, although conceding three…

Mesa’s Eastmark Farmers Market is moving into its autumn schedule as cooler temperatures bring renewed interest from shoppers and stallholders. The final weekend of September marked the end of the market’s summer hours, with vendors preparing for larger crowds as the weather becomes more manageable in the Arizona city. From October through April, the market is scheduled to open on Saturdays from 8am to noon at Eastmark Great Park on Eastmark Parkway. During the warmer months, it operates from 7am to 11am. Seasonal produce comes to the Eastmark Farmers Market Nichole Zahorka, the market manager, said the event had become…

For Tamaryn Stevens, receiving a new kidney has not marked the end of her transplant journey. She has experienced kidney failure twice and undergone two transplants, while dialysis has taken up to 60 hours of her month. Her experience shows that the impact of kidney failure extends beyond the time spent connected to a dialysis machine. The continuing burden of kidney failure Dialysis can consume around 60 hours a month, placing a substantial demand on the lives of those who rely on it. For Stevens, that burden has formed part of a longer medical journey involving repeated kidney failure and…

Russia’s foreign minister has accused Europe of blocking peace talks over Ukraine, as Moscow and Kyiv continue to intensify their attacks and efforts backed by the United States fail to secure a lasting ceasefire. Sergei Lavrov made the allegation in a speech to the United Nations General Assembly, claiming that European countries were working against negotiations supported by the Trump administration. “Europe is doing everything it can to thwart peace talks in which the Trump administration is interested,” Mr Lavrov said. He also insisted that Russia would achieve the aims of what Moscow calls its “special military operation”, saying the…

Westlife singer Mark Feehily is suing a bariatric surgeon over weight-loss surgery he claims led to recurring sepsis and severe abdominal infections. The 46-year-old alleges that complications followed a laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy performed at Spire Portsmouth Hospital in Hampshire in August 2020. He claims a portion of stomach tissue was left behind and became infected, causing a leak. Mr Feehily says he was rushed to hospital with severe pain days after the procedure and later developed sepsis. He required emergency treatment and spent months in intensive care during the Covid-19 pandemic. The musician alleges that his health problems continued over…

The FBI has demoted two veteran agents involved in investigating threats against Stephen Miller’s wife, amid claims that the move followed a dispute over whether the inquiry was legitimate. Michael Burgwald, the bureau’s special agent in charge of counterterrorism, and assistant special agent in charge Courtland Rae were identified as the two officials affected. A report said agents in the FBI’s Washington field office had clashed with director Kash Patel on more than one occasion. The investigation into whether threats against Katie Miller were terroristic in nature was reportedly the issue that led to the demotions. Burgwald and Rae are…

Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu has said he will not play in the upcoming fixture against Israel, citing his personal opposition to the killing of innocent people. The 24-year-old Bolton Wanderers player said the decision had been made after careful consideration, despite Ireland’s players voting for the match to proceed following internal squad discussions. Gavin Bazunu explains decision to miss Israel fixture In a statement, Bazunu said representing Ireland remained hugely important to him and stressed his respect for his team-mates, manager Heimir Hallgrimsson, the coaching staff and the Irish public. “However I have reached a decision that I…

Starbucks is closing six coffee shops in Washington state as part of a wider plan to shut about 250 underperforming locations across North America. The Washington closures are taking place on Saturday, 26 September 2026, and affect stores in Redmond, Seattle, Spokane and Vancouver. The move is part of the coffee chain’s effort to improve its financial performance and reshape its shop network. Six Washington Starbucks stores closing The affected locations are the store at 7625 170th Avenue NE in Redmond; 999 NW Leary Way and 1700 Seventh Avenue in Seattle; 9150 Rainier Avenue South in Seattle; 2401 W Wellesley…