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1. North Korea publishes Kim Jong Un photos amid unsupported death claim

   North Korean media have released new photographs of Kim Jong Un amid an unsupported claim that he has died. The pictures and comments from South Korean officials weigh against the rumour, but the photographs’ timing remains uncertain.

   New · 20 Oct, 14:48ExplainedKPWORLDAsia1 min read—

2. Hochul backs change to New York consent law after Cornell allegations

   Kathy Hochul wants New York to recognise severe voluntary intoxication as a potential ground for lack of sexual consent, following allegations at Cornell.

   Updated · 6 Oct, 08:18ExplainedUSANorth America6 min read—

3. Dutch gender-gap ranking falls as CBS examines the divide

   A new CBS podcast examines Dutch gender inequality after the Netherlands slipped to 46th in a global ranking. A separate EU index shows a more mixed picture.

   Updated · 30 Sept, 09:53ExplainedNLEurope2 min read—

4. Andy Burnham’s path from Manchester mayor to No 10

   Andy Burnham’s route to Downing Street ran through Parliament and the Greater Manchester mayoralty, before his return as an MP in 2026.

   New · 29 Sept, 17:10ExplainedGBEurope1 min read—