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A major storm was sweeping across the northwest U.S., battering the region with strong winds and rain and causing widespread power outages and downed trees that killed at least one person

Iraq has begun its first nationwide population census in decades in a step aimed at modernizing data collection and planning in a country long impacted by conflict and political divisions

This year, Russian missile attacks have knocked out about 50% of Ukraine's power generation, a major threat as winter looms

South Korea's spy agency says that North Korea has recently supplied additional artillery systems to Russia to support its war efforts against Ukraine

Government estimates released on Tuesday indicated that the squeeze on winter fuel payments will force 100,000 pensioners into poverty.

IN FOCUS: The cost of a high street cup of joe is skyrocketing – and especially during the Christmas season. As ludicrously pricey menus arrive in shops crammed with festive flavours, Olivia Petter asks: why does a simple squirt of caramel waffle syrup burn such a hole in your wallet?

TOP TABLES: At The Unruly Pig in Suffolk, they’ve cracked the gastropub code: unapologetically bold flavours, devilishly clever dishes and a menu that feels like it’s been tailored to your deepest desires. Pub food? Don’t insult it. This is something else entirely, says Lilly Subbotin

Train Talk: Nationalisation looks a sideshow considering the fundamental problems of the railway

Time is running short for negotiators at the United Nations climate talks in Azerbaijan to solve a difficult puzzle