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Grandchildren of last woman executed in UK seek her pardon
The grandchildren of the last woman to be executed in Britain have called for Ruth Ellis to be pardoned, 70 years after she was sent to the gallows for murdering her "abusive" lover, their lawyers said Wednesday.
Top UN court: Israel must ease aid into Gaza, provide 'basic needs'
The International Court of Justice said Wednesday that Israel was obliged to ease the passage of aid into Gaza, stressing it had to provide Palestinians with "basic needs" essential to survival.
SpaceX cuts off 2,500 Starlink devices at Myanmar scam centres
SpaceX has cut service to more than 2,500 Starlink internet devices at Myanmar scam centres, a company executive said Wednesday, after AFP revealed that their use had exploded in the illicit industry.
Top UN court to rule on Israel's Gaza aid obligations
The top United Nations court will rule Wednesday on Israel's obligations towards agencies providing humanitarian assistance to Palestinians in Gaza, as aid groups scramble to scale up assistance following a ceasefire.
State of emergency in Peru's capital after wave of violence
Peru's interim president Jose Jeri announced a state of emergency in Lima and the neighboring port of Callao on Tuesday, after weeks of anti-government protests over corruption and organized crime.
Pakistan's trans people struggle to get safe surgery
In Pakistan, where gender affirmation surgery was recently legalised, Bunty is one of the few trans women who could afford to get it done safely.
Forward Water Technologies Corp. Announces Increase to Size of Non-Brokered Private Placement Closing Date and Extension of Closing Date
TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / October 22, 2025 / Forward Water Technologies Corp. ("FWTC" or the "Company") (TSXV:FWTC) is pleased to announce that, in response to investor interest, it has sought and obtained consent from the TSX Venture Exchange to (i) increase the maximum size of its proposed offering of convertible debentures (the "Offering") announced on August 6, 2025 and September 22, 2025 to $1,025,000 from $750,000 and (ii) extend the closing date to November 4, 2025.
In Treating Measles Infection, NV-387 Showed Strong Antiviral Activity, and Significantly, Protected Lungs from Damage, Describes NanoViricides
SHELTON, CONNECTICUT / ACCESS Newswire / October 22, 2025 / NanoViricides, Inc., a publicly traded company (NYSE Amer:NNVC) (the "Company"), announced that its clinical lead drug NV-387 has shown strong activity against the Measles virus in cell culture studies as well as in a humanized animal model. Additionally, NV-387 treatment led to protection of lungs which is very important for keeping severely ill patients alive in late-stage viral infections. Currently, there is no approved drug for treating Measles.
Nepra Foods Strengthens Board with Addition of Paul Lyman, Seasoned Entrepreneur and Proven Business Builder
VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / October 22, 2025 / Nepra Foods Inc. (CSE:NPRA)(FSE:2P6)(OTCQB:NPRFF) ("Nepra" or the "Company"), a pioneer in specialty and allergen-free food innovations driving healthier futures, is excited to announce the appointment of Paul Lyman as a new member to the Company's board of directors (the "Board"). Bringing over 32 years of hands-on experience building and scaling his construction development firm through economic downturns, supply chain disruptions, and industry shifts. Lyman's pragmatic expertise in risk evaluation, contract negotiations, and operational efficiency will provide balance to Nepra's board. Mr. Lyman will be fulfilling a vacant seat on the Board left by resignation of Andrew Contiguglia. The Company would like to thank Mr. Contiguglia for his contributions to the Company and wishes him the best in his future endeavors.
Oman Hosts the Oman Investment Forum 2025 in the United Kingdom
Reform Metrics and Global Outlook Underpin London Gathering
French ex-president Sarkozy enters prison after funding conviction
France's ex-president Nicolas Sarkozy became the first former head of an EU state to be jailed Tuesday, again proclaiming his innocence as he entered a Paris prison.
Louvre jewel heist valued at $102 mn: French prosecutor
The loot stolen from the Louvre during the weekend heist is valued at more than $100 million, a French prosecutor said Tuesday, as scrutiny mounted over security at the country's cultural institutions.
Colombia, US vow to improve anti-drug strategy amid Trump-Petro feud
Colombia's president met with the top US diplomat in his country and discussed anti-drug efforts, Bogota said Tuesday, after a renewed public feud with counterpart Donald Trump frayed relations between the historic partners.
France intensifies hunt for Louvre raiders as museum security scrutinised
French police on Tuesday stepped up the hunt for thieves who stole priceless royal jewels from the Louvre museum, as scrutiny mounted over security at the country's cultural institutions.
Japanese man jailed after rare public accusation of rape
A Japanese court handed down an eight-year jail sentence Tuesday to the father of a woman who publicly accused him of rape, a rare case in the country where many victims stay anonymous.
Indonesia to repatriate British grandmother on death row in drug case
Indonesia signed an agreement on Tuesday to repatriate two British nationals, including a grandmother on death row for more than a decade on drug charges, a minister said.
Indonesia to repatriate British grandmother on death row: govt source
Indonesia will sign an agreement on Tuesday to repatriate two British nationals, including a grandmother, languishing on death row for drug-related crimes, an Indonesian government source told AFP.
After deadly floods, Spaniards fight to save photos
Hundreds of photographs hang to dry at a laboratory, fragile reminders of birthday celebrations and summer vacations nearly swept away by last year's deadly floods in Spain.
France intensifies hunt for Louvre raiders
French police stepped up the hunt Tuesday for thieves who stole priceless royal jewels from the Louvre museum in a spectacular daylight robbery.
Peru's Gen Z lead movement against crime, political paralysis
Peru's Generation Z is leading protests against rampant crime and years of political deadlock -- demanding systemic change after watching seven presidents come and go in a decade.
Viemed Healthcare Announces Third Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call Details
LAFAYETTE, LA / ACCESS Newswire / October 21, 2025 / Viemed Healthcare, Inc. (the "Company" or "Viemed") (NASDAQ:VMD), a national leader of in-home, technology-enabled post-acute respiratory care, today announced that it will host its Third Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. ET.
AIML Subsidiary NeuralCloud Solutions Commencing Pilot with Canadian Cardiology Clinic to Advance AI-Powered ECG Reporting
NeuralCloud Solutions to deploy its CardioYield™ platform in a multi-stage pilot program with a full-service cardiology clinic in Canada.Enhance Holter ECG analysis accuracy, efficiency, and workflow automation through advanced AI signal processing.
BioNxt Launches 15-day Sublingual Cladribine Dosing Optimization Study in Preparation for Human Bioequivalence Study
VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / October 21, 2025 / BioNxt Solutions Inc. ("BioNxt" or the "Company") (CSE:BNXT)(OTCQB:BNXTF)(FSE:BXT), a bioscience innovator specializing in next-generation drug delivery technologies, is pleased to announce the launch of an important large-mass animal bioequivalence study for its lead product, BNT23001, a proprietary sublingual Cladribine formulation for the treatment of multiple sclerosis ("MS"). This is the final animal study to generate dosing parameters for the Company's human comparative bioequivalence study planned for early 2026.
Louvre stays closed as France hunts jewel thieves
The Louvre was closed for a second day Monday as police hunted for thieves who broke in and stole priceless royal jewels in a spectacular daylight robbery.
Pope Leo holds first meeting with abuse survivors' group
Pope Leo XIV held his first meeting Monday with a group of survivors of sexual abuse by priests, with one participant describing it as a "free-flowing" discussion about what the Church should do.
Cargo plane skids off Hong Kong runway, kills 2
A cargo plane veered off a runway Monday during landing in Hong Kong, hit a security patrol car and then skidded into the sea, leaving two men in the vehicle dead, authorities said.
10 South Koreans arrested, two rescued in Cambodia scam crackdown
Ten South Koreans have been arrested in Cambodia for alleged involvement in cyberscams and two more rescued, Seoul's top diplomat said Monday, days after dozens accused of working in the vast fraud operation were repatriated.
One year on, Spain's flood survivors rebuild and remember
When the first autumn rains fell this year, Toni Garcia drew the curtains.
Cargo plane skids off Hong Kong runway, kills two
A cargo plane veered off a runway Monday during landing in Hong Kong, hit a security patrol car and then skidded into the sea, leaving two men in the vehicle dead, authorities said.
Myanmar junta says seized 30 Starlink receivers in scam centre raid
Myanmar's junta raided one of the country's most notorious cyberscam centres and seized Starlink satellite internet devices, it said Monday, after an AFP investigation revealed an explosion in their use in the multibillion-dollar illicit industry.
French police hunt Louvre jewel thieves
The hunt was on Monday for the band of thieves who stole eight priceless royal pieces of jewellery from the Louvre Museum in the heart of Paris in broad daylight.
A Measles Drug with Strong Activity without Toxicity Can Be Available Now for Emergency Use, Says NanoViricides - NV-387 Broad-Spectrum Antiviral with Activity Against Measles Virus
SHELTON, CT / ACCESS Newswire / October 20, 2025 / NanoViricides, Inc., a publicly traded company (NYSE American:NNVC) (the "Company"), announced that its clinical lead drug NV-387 has shown strong activity against the Measles virus in a humanized animal model. The Company announces that NV-387 can now be made available for emergency use application in Measles patients to respond to the spreading Measles outbreaks.