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As the world wakes up, we've sifted through the noise to bring you today’s top news headlines. Here’s what you need to know to start your day informed, to be enjoyed with your morning cup of coffee ☕: Life in Idlib hints at what Syria can expect from rebel rule 'She was full of life', dad of teen who died in Laos poisonings tells BBC 'Nothing nefarious': Biden seeks to reassure US over drone mystery...

Vladimir Putin's ally Dmitry Medvedev made threats against The Times staff, calling them "legitimate military targets" after the newspaper supported the assassination of a Russian general. Medvedev, a former Russian president and prime minister, warned that Nato decision-makers aiding Kyiv could also be targeted. The Kremlin's aggressive rhetoric has been condemned by UK officials, who are taking the threats seriously and vowing to protect freedom of the press. Full Article

Belgian celebrity Zita Wauters, daughter of Valerie De Booser and Koen Wauters, was convicted of drink driving and driving an uninspected vehicle, resulting in a 10-day driving ban, a 480 euro fine, and a repeat practical driving test. The court criticized her for ignoring government warnings about drink-driving and stated she cannot safely drive yet. Wauters' case is part of a series of drink driving incidents involving Belgian VRT personalities, including Tom Waes and Ruben...

South Lakes Safari Zoo in Cumbria, branded the “worst in the UK”, will close at the end of December due to years of allegations of animal welfare failings and dangerous workplace conditions, including avoidable animal deaths and neglect. The zoo faced scrutiny following the death of a keeper mauled by a tiger in 2013, a hefty fine for health and safety breaches, and a report revealing 486 animal deaths in three years. Despite denying claims...

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and India's national security advisor, Ajit Doval, discussed the border issue between their countries, aiming to place it in an "appropriate place" within bilateral relations. Both officials reiterated their commitment to finding a fair and acceptable solution to the dispute and emphasized the importance of enhancing border controls to maintain peace in the region. The meeting in Beijing highlighted the need for cooperation to address the border issue and work...

The new government of Madhya Pradesh has spent over Rs 32.85 crore on air travel, averaging Rs 9.25 lakh a day, sparking debates on fiscal prudence. Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav, ministers, and officials made 666 air trips using rented and government-owned aircraft, with private planes accounting for Rs 36.39 crore. The reliance on rented aircraft began after a government plane crash, leading to plans to continue renting until a new jet is delivered in...