The auction shattered the previous record for a price tag fetched for a work by a female artist.
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New US rules say countries with diversity policies are infringing human rights
US officials say the rules will stop “destructive ideologies” but others argue it is redefining human rights principles for Trump’s goals.
US judge resigns after being disciplined for wearing Elvis wig in court
In court, Judge Thornhill would play the singer’s music from his phone and make “irrelevant” references to him.
‘A lot of fighting’: Fossil fuel row breaks out at UN climate summit
A row over fossil fuels has broken out at COP30 but this is also likely to be a negotiating tactic.
Family of missing Colombian seek answers after US strike on alleged drug boat
Lizbeth Perez’s uncle has not been seen since a boat was hit in international waters in September.
Zelensky warns Ukraine risks losing US support over White House peace plan
Vladimir Putin says the plan could be the “basis” for peace but warns Russia is prepared to fight on.
Canadian man loses legal battle to reclaim million-dollar stash
Marcel Breton spent 16 years trying to reclaim C$1.2m police seized from hiding spots in his house.
Grizzly bear on loose after attacking school group in Canada, injuring 11
A male teacher “got the whole brunt” of the attack and some children were hit with bear spray.
UN climate summit drops mention of fossil fuels from draft deal
A row over fossil fuels has broken out at COP30 but this is also likely to be a negotiating tactic.
Men posing as India’s central bank officials pull off $800,000 heist
Police say the gang robbed a van transporting cash between bank branches in Bengaluru city.