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Sudan's civil war has produced two rival authorities with no international legitimacy. The army-backed administration under General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan controls much of the formal state apparatus in Port Sudan, while the Rapid Support Forces under Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo exercise power across territory it holds. Washington says neither side represents legitimate constitutional governance, leaving questions about who can negotiate or sign agreements on Sudan's behalf.

British authorities are investigating whether a foreign state was involved in an alleged plot targeting a UK airbase. Several people arrested over the suspected scheme have been released without charge as the inquiry continues. Officials have not named the country or the airbase, and no charges have been brought while investigators examine the suspected state link.

Russia's ambassador to India, Denis Alipov, said the United States would never allow India to rise as a strategic competitor in the way China has. The remark touches on debates in India about US ties, Moscow's friendship with New Delhi, and whether Washington views India as a genuine partner or a long-term rival.

New York and New Jersey have declared states of emergency as a Nor'easter storm moves through the region, prompting cancellations of events across the area. Officials are urging residents to stay off the roads as heavy snow and strong winds disrupt travel and daily life in the Northeast.

A New York judge has adjourned Luigi Mangione's state murder trial, pausing proceedings in the case against the man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Manhattan in December 2024. No new trial date or reason for the delay was given in the initial reports. The case has drawn intense public attention since Mangione's arrest, with strong reactions on both sides.

The US Postal Service says it will refuse to deliver mail ballots in states that do not turn over voter registration lists, a requirement tied to a proposal pushed by President Trump. The stand-off pits federal election mail operations against state control of voter data, raising concerns about ballot access and election logistics ahead of upcoming votes.

A multistate hepatitis A outbreak has been linked to clams that have since been recalled, according to health reporting. Officials are tracing infections back to the contaminated shellfish, and consumers are being urged to check whether they purchased the affected product. The recall raises fresh questions about shellfish safety screening in the supply chain.

Daredevils made their way to the top of the Empire State Building in New York carrying a banner, in what appeared to lead into a marriage proposal. The stunt at one of the world's most famous landmarks is drawing attention for its audacity, raising questions about how the group accessed the site and whether security lapses at the building will be investigated.

Virginia Democrats have asked the US Supreme Court to intervene after a state court threw out their congressional redistricting plan. The request seeks to override the state court's ruling and keep the redrawn map in place. The dispute centers on who holds final authority over district boundaries drawn by the legislature, a fight with implications for party control of Virginia's congressional seats.

France has proposed that fines imposed by the European Union on Google be used to reduce the contributions member states pay into the EU budget. The suggestion, reported by Reuters, links competition enforcement revenue to the bloc's finances. The proposal is likely to spark debate over how the EU should use the large antitrust penalties it regularly levies on major US technology companies.

The US Defense Logistics Agency and the UK Ministry of Defence have signed a statement of intent to strengthen their strategic logistics partnership. The agreement is intended to expand cooperation on supply chain support and logistics capability between the two allied defence organisations.

State health officials in North Carolina are throwing their support behind mental health first aid training programs at colleges and universities. The initiative would train students, faculty and staff to recognize signs of mental distress and connect peers with help. The backing comes as campuses nationwide face rising demand for mental health support and look for practical ways to build awareness across their communities.

A state nutrition advisory committee has released new guidelines aimed at shaping continuing medical education and medical school curricula. The recommendations would give nutrition a more formal place in physician training, from coursework for medical students through ongoing education for practicing doctors. The committee published the guidelines through the Texas Medical Association's channels.

The United States has completed the withdrawal of its troops from Iraq, ending a military deployment that began in 2014 to fight Islamic State extremists. The move concludes more than ten years of American military presence in the country, marking a significant shift in the US role in the region and in its security partnership with Baghdad.

The International Committee of the Red Cross and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies have issued a joint statement marking the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons. The statement, published by the ICRC, renews the humanitarian movement's long-standing appeal for states to eliminate nuclear arsenals. No further details of the statement's contents were provided.

As Sudan's civil war grinds on, communities are reportedly organising to run their own affairs — providing security, services and local administration — in the absence of a functioning state. The Waging Nonviolence feature examines how mutual aid and emergency response networks, rooted in Sudan's resistance committees, have stepped into the vacuum left by collapsed institutions. The piece suggests these grassroots structures may be reshaping how society governs itself during and after the conflict.

G20 trade ministers convened in the United States for talks dominated by President Donald Trump's tariff policies. Discussions centred on US concerns including forced labor in supply chains and industrial overcapacity, with Washington's trade barriers casting a shadow over efforts to find common ground among member economies.

The Premier League has released an official statement concerning Manchester City FC. The contents of the statement are not detailed in available reports, and the club has not been reported as responding. The announcement comes amid ongoing scrutiny of the Manchester club, which has previously faced league proceedings and regulatory questions.

Chief Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell has issued a statement announcing the conclusion of the U.S. military mission in Iraq. The announcement, released by the Pentagon, marks the formal end of the American military mission in the country. The statement is drawing attention as it signals a significant shift in the U.S. military posture in Iraq, with details about future arrangements and implications still awaited.

Iran's Revolutionary Guard has issued an open letter to the United States declaring victory, amid escalating rhetoric between the two countries. President Trump said the war will end 'very soon' and repeated that Iran will not be allowed to acquire a nuclear weapon. The letter signals Tehran's defiant posture as fighting continues and international attention focuses on whether a ceasefire or wider escalation follows.

Advocates and families have gathered in Lansing, Michigan, for a statewide conference focused on youth mental health. The event brings together those affected and those working on the issue to share concerns and push for better support for young people. Coverage of the gathering highlights ongoing attention to mental health challenges facing children and teens across the state.

Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has said the state pension triple lock should be scrapped after the next election. From April 2030, the pension would instead rise every year by at least prices or 2.5%, whichever is higher. The pledge is drawing attention because the triple lock is politically sensitive and affects millions of pensioners.

A driver who spent four days travelling through rural upstate Wisconsin and Minnesota reports seeing no campaign signs bearing Trump's name, despite the usual volume of election signs overall. In rural areas, where Trump's name has traditionally appeared prominently, the absence is being read by some as a possible sign of fading enthusiasm. Others caution that a single anecdotal drive says little about broader voter sentiment heading into the election.

A union representing Montana state employees and the governor's office have reached an agreement over state employee healthcare costs, according to Montana Free Press. The deal is expected to settle disputes over how much workers contribute to their health coverage. Details of the terms, and reactions from union members and lawmakers, are not yet fully known.

The Arkansas State Crime Lab has introduced rapid DNA technology, which can process genetic samples far faster than traditional laboratory methods. The move is expected to speed up identification of suspects and victims in criminal cases across the state. Details on rollout timelines and how the technology will be used in investigations have not yet been widely reported.