The State of It

Weeks of wrangling could bring a breakthrough on humanitarian assistance. Plus - a mystery disease strikes soldiers in Ukraine and a teenager becomes a darts sensation.

Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.

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The US says talks between Israel and Hamas over a new ceasefire are "serious" despite clear differences between the two sides over how it should look.

But as they take place, popular support for Israel in the West continues to appear to be on the wane, particularly with the younger population. We analyse if that is really the case and, if so, why?

Also, the world's most popular sport, football, in its richest region, Europe, might just be about to blow up after a major court ruling.

Gerard Depardieu, who denies sexual assault and rape, finds an ally in the most powerful man in France - the President.

And is it time to normalise couples sleeping in separate beds, rooms or even houses? We reveal the celeb who thinks it is.

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Is the Colorado Supreme Court's ruling, that Donald Trump engaged in insurrection on January 6th, the first in a line of dominoes ready to fall against the former president? Or is this yet another hurdle he will simply leap beyond with even greater impetus and support? We analyse the meaning of the ruling.

Meanwhile, the incumbent, Joe Biden, is distracted with an extremely delicate situation off the coast of Yemen. He could simply end the attacks on commercial ships there by going after those responsible, so why doesn't he just do it? The answer, as so often is the case, lies with the unpredictable nature of Iran's leadership.

Also today, a quarter of India's MPs are suspended from Parliament leaving the Government free to pass vital bills,

You'll hear of the 8 year old conquering legends of her sport 30 years her senior and...have you got rizz? We reveal the "Rizz List" of 2023.

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With politics, money and morale proving difficult issues for Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukraine's President speaks at a critical moment in the war. Plus - the consequences of ketamine addiction are laid bare following a Times investigation and the Catholic church issues a clarification on homosexuality. 

Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.

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With Israel's military drawing up plans to to invade southern Lebanon, where Hezbollah is based, concerns are rising over the potential for such an invasion to trigger a serious response from Iran. Richard Spencer explains how the new front to the north of Israel might create a much larger conflict. 

Days after it emerged as the reason for Matthew Perry's death, we bring detail of a Times investigation into the drug Ketamin.

Plus, Bernard Lagan explains how a missed weather forecast caused flooding mayhem in Australia - including crocs on shopping streets and we chat about the factory that accidentally helped athletes smash world records. 

The World in 10 is your daily look at the global news agenda with the Times of London. For more listen to Times Radio and take out a digital subscription at thetimes.co.uk

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Calls for a ‘sustainable ceasefire’ as Netanyahu hints over hostage talks. Plus - fears for supply chains as ships attacked and a warning for parents about Facebook.

Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.

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Israel Defense Forces admit rules of engagement were not followed in tragic deaths. Plus - right-wing politicians greet Elon Musk in Rome, and where is Putin's rival Alexei Navalny?

Your daily round-up of the biggest stories from across the world, as seen through the eyes of the Times of London. You can hear more of these stories on Times Radio, and read more at thetimes.co.uk.

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As 17 year old Alex Batty prepares to return to his family - we examine the rise of the “spiritual community” in France.

Also an investigation by The Times can reveal tobacco manufacturers have been funding scientific research dismissing the risks of vaping to children.

We bring you the verdict of Prince Harry’s phone hacking case against the publisher of the Daily Mirror.

And a moment in history as a first ever Premier League match will be refereed by a woman

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Today we analyse whether the exposure of Israel's use of so-called "dumb-bombs" - or "unguided" bombs - legitimately adds fuel to claims their forces are not truly taking as much care as they could to protect civilian lives in Gaza.

We also hear details of a French actress who appears to have taken her own life just a day before the airing of a documentary detailing her allegations of sexual abuse against Gerard Depardieu, which he denies.

There's news of the successful end of the legal fight for justice of a woman who has spent 20 years in an Australian jail for killing her four children.

Vladimir Putin gives hope that a US journalist, awaiting a trial on espionage charges in Russia, could be freed.

And just how well is Tom Brady's choice of manager for his English football team doing?

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As almost 200 nations agree to transition away from using fossil fuels at COP28, we analyse how significant a step this is in the battle with climate change.

Just how close is Guyana to a war with Venezuela, after the latter laid claim to a huge portion of its land?

Also, the male contraceptive pill has taken a huge step forward with a British-American trial underway, Netflix finally publishes its viewing date, and in sport can the Olympic long jump sand pit be rescued after an embarrassing planning error?

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