US man arrested at Los Angeles airport for smuggling meth soaked in over 30 kilograms of clothing November 28, 2024 at 01:31AM

A California man, Raj Matharu, 39, was arrested at LAX for attempting to smuggle methamphetamine to Sydney. He was caught with over one kilogram of the drug concealed within clothing in his checked luggage. The clothes, including a cow onesie, were coated in meth, likely soaked and dried. Matharu was released on bond and faces a court hearing.

90 victims identified in new sexual assault claims against late billionaire Mohamed Al-Fayed, say London police November 28, 2024 at 12:48AM

London's Metropolitan Police are investigating over 90 victims of alleged sexual assault by the late Mohamed Al-Fayed, former Harrods owner. Following a BBC documentary and subsequent public appeal, over 400 women and witnesses have come forward with accusations. The investigation now includes individuals potentially complicit in Al-Fayed's alleged crimes, reviewing past cases for missed opportunities.

Lebanon parliament to meet on January 9 to elect president November 28, 2024 at 12:01AM

Lebanon's parliament will convene on January 9 to elect a new president, aiming to fill the void left since October 2022. This follows a recent ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, with hopes that the truce will pave the way for political progress. Prime Minister Mikati and Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem have both expressed optimism about the upcoming election.

Landslide triggered by rain in Indonesia's Sumatra island kills at least 7 people November 27, 2024 at 11:07PM

Seven people died after a landslide engulfed a tourist bus in North Sumatra, Indonesia. The bus, along with other vehicles, had been trapped since Wednesday due to torrential rains. Rescuers recovered the bodies and evacuated the injured. This incident follows another landslide earlier in the week that claimed 20 lives in the same region.