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politics
Israeli election committee: Parties will see polling station turnout, but not who voted
Justice Sohlberg rejects Likud's bid to restore real-time voter tracking and instead offers parties aggregate turnout data.
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politics
Trump admin. secretly contacted IRGC through Iraq's KRG President Barzani, sources say - report
Sources familiar with the matter told Axios that the White House asked Kurdistan Regional Govt. President Nechirvan Barzani whether the IRGC had any additional demands during peace talks in May.
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politics
What Australian trauma doctors found when they came to Israel
An Australian trauma delegation’s visit to Israel highlights how medical collaboration can deepen ties between the two countries despite political tensions.
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technology
Muslim Association of Canada apologizes for 'Jew free' appearing in word cloud during youth convent
The Muslim Association of Canada apologized after “Jew free” appeared in a convention word cloud, blaming an anonymous actor as HonestReporting condemned it as “normalized Jew hate.”
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general
Iran attempting to 'flip narrative' by accusing Qatar of holding pilots captive, analyst says
Dr. Ahmed Alkhuzaie told the 'Post' that Iran’s decision to drag a “neutral Gulf state,” which has largely acted as an ally for Tehran, into its war with the United States was a clear miscalculation.
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politics
Iranian parliament votes to further criminalize interviews with US, Israeli media outlets
Under the proposed bill, interviews or participation in discussions with such media would be banned, and violations would carry six months to two years in prison.
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politics
Renewed Moscow-Damascus flights signal revival of ties after Assad's fall - analysis
Syria is expanding its airline network, adding flights from numerous countries over the past year as Damascus seeks to reconnect with the region and Europe.
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business
WATCH: Archaeologists unearth 1,300-year-old ‘shopping hub’ beneath stadium in central Israel
However, IAA researchers have proposed two main theories about what the site served as: either a major trade and industrial station or part of a currently undiscovered nearby settlement.
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technology
Centcom chief visits US carrier enforcing Iran blockade amid reports of severe strain on crew
The head of the United States Central Command (Centcom), Admiral Bradley Cooper, has visited the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea, which is enforcing the US blockade of Iran…
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politics
Gallego says Congress boosting Iran war funding 'like giving a drunk more money and hoping that they'll stop drinking'
Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego (Ariz.) on Sunday expressed strong opposition to Congress giving the Pentagon more funding amid the Iran war. During an interview on ABC’s “This Week,” Gallego pivoted…
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politics
Generational divide at forefront in New England Democratic primaries
Sen. Ed Markey is locked in a primary battle with Rep. Seth Moulton to defend his seat.
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general
Lala is again a tropical storm, sending drenching rain and winds across Hawaii
Hurricane Lala weakened to a tropical storm Sunday after skirting Hawaii without making landfall, but it wasn't done punishing the Big Island with hurricane-force gusts.
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‘She is a hero’: 13-year-old survivor of Michigan shooting rampage called 911
Girl called police after she was shot four times in shooting spree that left six dead, including gunman A 13-year-old girl in Michigan survived being shot four times in a shooting spree that left six…
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business
Ukraine attacks Wildberries, Russia's biggest online market
Since mid-July, Ukraine has been targeting warehouses of Russia's largest online retailer Wildberries almost every day. Ukraine says it's disrupting front-line shipments. But experts say it's…
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politics
Iran and Oman work on temporary Hormuz shipping route as Trump threatens to claim the strait
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says talks with Oman on a new maritime route are 'separate' from the decision to reopen Hormuz Ships dock at Charak Port in Iran's Hormozgan province on 9…
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general
Suspect in Virginia State University shooting found hiding in dorm closet
Suspect, 19, who is not enrolled at the university arrested in connection with shooting of five people, authorities say A young man suspected in connection with the shooting of five people on Saturday…
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sports
Rockets crush Sunrisers for first women's Hundred title
Trent Rockets win their first women's Hundred title with an eight-wicket win at Lord's after bowling Sunrisers Leeds out for just 91.
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politics
Iran offers $30,000 bounty for killing or capturing US soldiers
The Iranian military announced on Sunday it would be offering a $30,000 reward for killing or capturing US soldiers, with the bounty doubled if conducted by a woman. There have been no known…
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general
Largest Ukrainian drone attack on Russia, Moscow says 822 drones shot down
Ukraine launched hundreds of drones across Russia, killing at least six people and striking a Wildberries logistics hub.
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general
Kushner, Hamas chief in Egypt for talks on advancing Trump’s Gaza plan; IDF continues strikes
Hamas officials said to take part in talks between US envoy and Egyptian, Turkish and Qatari mediators; Trump's son-in-law meets Egypt's Sissi, while Hamas leader meets spy chief
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politics
Calls for public inquiry into Jason Arday 'witch hunt'
Lord Simon Woolley said Arday had been "hounded" by the media and pursued relentlessly.
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business
The weekend is 100 years old
Article URL: https://www.theguardian.com/money/2026/aug/16/the-weekend-is-100-years-old-skiveday-fridays-and-hybrid-working-ruined-it Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49320984…
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technology
Iranian parliament advances bill to curb foreign influence
Iran's parliament approved on Sunday the general principles of a bill that would criminalise interviews and other communications with media deemed hostile to the Islamic Republic, including US or…
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general
Two die as wildfires sweep Greek island of Salamina
ATHENS, Aug 16 - Two people died and several others were injured on Sunday as fast-moving wildfires swept through the Greek island of Salamina west of Athens on the biggest holiday weekend of the…
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politics
Open: This is "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 16, 2026
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," amid a number of socialist candidates in the Democratic Party, President Trump has found his rallying cry for the midterm elections. Democratic…
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Lala weakens to tropical storm as it lashes Hawaii with heavy wind and rain
Hurricane Lala downgraded after skirting Big Island as one person dies and over 130,000 households are without power Hurricane Lala weakened to a tropical storm on Sunday after skirting Hawaii without…
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technology
Centcom chief visits US carrier enforcing Iran blockade amid reports of severe strain on crew
A sailor was rescued after going overboard amid reported mental health struggles and exhaustion aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln The USS Abraham Lincoln sails in the Arabian Sea on 8 May 2026 (AFP) The…
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general
Greek island wildfire kills two people as helicopters called in to tackle Belgian blaze
Belgium battling biggest fire in more than a century as flames near German border and 600 people told to evacuate Two people have died in fires on the Greek island of Salamis as firefighting aircraft…
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sports
Winnipeg Sea Bears win CEBL championship for 1st time in franchise history
The CEBL championship was intended to be a three-game series concluding Sunday, but the first game was suspended early due to condensation on the court, and then cancelled.
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politics
Changing pubs into homes to be made harder under new rules
The rules will come into force on Monday along with other changes to planning policy.
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politics
Recipe: Burdock & Co. citrus kosho
A vibrant, spicy, and fermented Japanese condiment perfect for meats, seafood or dressings. Follow the steps to make your own here.
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politics
Nazi artefacts still being sold online years after trade outlawed across Australia
One seller says second world war memorabilia containing banned Nazi symbols is legal under exemptions to the laws Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Nazi artefacts bearing…
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science
Australian health experts fear US vaccine scepticism is catching on as ‘anything Trump says filters through’
Australia records 3% fall in one-year-olds fully immunised against hepatitis B as downward trend continues, expert says Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Australian medical…
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entertainment
The PM called Sally McManus a giant of the Labor movement. Now she just wants to go birding
After securing wage rises for low-paid workers, weathering death threats and working with three PMs – the ACTU secretary is ready for a break Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news…
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general
Europe’s tallest Virgin Mary statue unveiled in small Polish village
Hundreds watched the 56-metre monument’s consecration, including anti-communist leader Lech Wałęsa An enormous statue of the Virgin Mary that is believed to be Europe’s tallest was inaugurated on…
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general
Mass homelessness is exposing the rot in Chinese society
There were 47.5 million homeless individuals in China according to a report from last year.
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general
Chaos In Delhi Metro After Paramilitary Official Allegedly Takes Woman's Pic
The purported video of the incident that went viral shows Delhi Metro passengers confronting the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel, who initially denied taking the photos.
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general
Hurricane Lala weakens to a tropical storm, but flooding persists in Hawaii
The devastating hurricane grazes the Big Island in Hawaii in the US, but avoids making landfall.
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technology
Hamas leader meets Egyptian intelligence chief
A Hamas delegation has met Egypt's intelligence chief, Hassan Rashad, in the Egyptian city of El-Alamein to discuss the implementation of the US-backed post-war plan for Gaza. The delegation, led by…
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entertainment
GPS and the Lost Art of Getting Lost
Article URL: https://www.newyorker.com/news/annals-of-inquiry/gps-and-the-lost-art-of-getting-lost Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49320673 Points: 3 # Comments: 2
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politics
Beshear says he's "heard absolutely nothing" from McConnell
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said he hasn't heard back from Sen. Mitch McConnell following formal requests for an update on his health last month amid a weekslong hospitalization.
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general
Two dead, hundreds evacuated from fires on island near Athens
Local officials were trying to keep the two fires from scaling a mountain and linking up.
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politics
Poilievre urges Carney to keep fuel excise tax suspended until Canada Day
The fuel excise tax was suspended by the federal government in April, but the temporary measure is set to expire on Labour Day, Sept. 7.
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business
Transcript: Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 16, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, a Democrat, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 16, 2026.
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general
Israeli journalists attacked in N. Ireland while filming documentary on antisemitism - interview
In response, the man threw a large glass beer mug at Abbas, hitting him in the head and cutting it.
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politics
India: Modi courts youth amid growing criticism
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi put young people at the heart of his development agenda in a speech marking India’s Independence Day on Saturday. He announced free online coaching for competitive…
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politics
Ukraine: Russian strike destroys Kyiv book market
Kyiv was hit by Russian strikes on Sunday, killing at least four people and injuring six, while a popular outdoor book market was destroyed. Vendors rushed to the scene to assess the damage, with some…
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politics
‘The Mediterranean is a bridge, not a border’
Chris Fearne says Europe must look beyond its borders to solve its migration problem.
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general
West Bank: Activist recounts life under settler siege in Qusra
A week after Israeli settlers began besieging Palestinian homes in the West Bank village of Qusra, human rights activist Netanael Hanadaro joined FRANCE 24 to recount what he witnessed there. He said…
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politics
Ben-Gvir calls for nightly killings of Palestinians in Gaza
Israel’s far-right national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has called for nightly killings in Gaza.
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general
Nature: Sunflowers in South Dakota
We leave you this Sunday lost in a field of sunflowers in South Dakota's Lyman County. Videographer: Kevin Kjergaard.
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sports
Novak Djokovic reveals unspecified health issue following ouster at the Cincinnati Open
Tennis star Novak Djokovic alluded to a health condition after an early exit from the Cincinnati Open on Saturday, in which he lost to 25-year-old Thiago Agustín Tirante in the second round.
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politics
What is Tokyo’s Yasukuni Shrine, linked to Japan’s wartime atrocities?
About 2.5 million people, including Japanese war criminals who fought for the country, are enshrined at Yasukuni.
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sports
‘Unwanted record’: Ex-captain stunned after bizarre blunder by Pak at World Cup
Pakistan's hockey captain received a green card after gear was forgotten. This incident occurred during their opening World Cup match against England. The team failed to produce necessary protective…
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politics
Lee Kuan Yew’s Montblanc pen sells for US$360,000 in Singapore auction
A silver Montblanc fountain pen owned by Singapore’s first prime minister Lee Kuan Yew has sold for S$461,500 (US$360,000), nearly 10 times its highest estimate, after drawing 111 bids at an auction…
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politics
GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy on Trump’s vaccine executive order: ‘Stupid thing to do’
Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy said on ABC News' "This Week" that Trump's executive order on vaccines was a "stupid thing to do."
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politics
Likud politicians ready to battle for shrinking number of spots in Monday primary
Party polling at 22-24 seats in October election, with Netanyahu controlling a third of the top 30 slots, making the hastily convened vote a tighter race than normal
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sports
Five shot in Lexington, Kentucky, park, leaving one dead
Five people were shot, one fatally, during summer festivities at a downtown Lexington, Kentucky, park on Saturday evening, according to police.
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politics
Trump's envoys in Middle East to push for Gaza peace plan
CAIRO, Aug 16 - Donald Trump's envoys meet with Egyptian, Qatari and Turkish mediators in Cairo on Sunday, a diplomatic source said, in a bid to advance the U.S. president's Gaza peace plan, even as…
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business
Saskatoon Folkfest pared down from recent years but still draws a crowd
Prairieland Park played host to the Saskatoon Folkfest over the weekend. Although scaled down from past years as a citywide event, organizers say the 2026 edition was a success.
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general
On Camera, Delhi Sanitation Worker Stabbed To Death, Colleagues Stage Protest
Following the incident, several MCD sanitation workers reached the spot and staged a dharna, demanding the immediate arrest of the accused.
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politics
"Country Won't Forgive": Amit Shah To Sonia Gandhi Over Vande Mataram Row
Amit Shah alleged that the Congress leadership showed utter disrespect to the national song at the party headquarters in Delhi, and demanded an apology from the Opposition party
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general
Iran offers bounty of more than $38,000 for killing, capturing US soldiers
No details were provided on where or when the killing or capturing of US soldiers was expected to take place.
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general
Iranian military chief places $30,000 bounty on killed, captured US soldiers
The reward will reportedly be granted to any Iranian soldier from "the Iranian people."
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entertainment
Foo Fighters Confirm Belo Horizonte Show for February 2027: Tickets and Tour Details
Foo Fighters play Arena MRV in Belo Horizonte on 18 February 2027, with tickets from R$ 280. Pre-sales start 17 August, general sale 20 August.
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politics
Milei signs up Argentina to Trump’s anti-abortion international alliance
Argentina’s decision to join Trump-led Geneva Consensus brings position on abortion and reproductive rights back into focus; Secrecy surrounding the move raises questions about government’s strategy…
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general
Police request public's help in locating 16-year-old Acre teen last seen in July
Police have asked anyone with information on his whereabouts to either report it to the police hotline (100) or to the Acre Police Station over the phone at 04-987-6808.
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science
Israeli scientists make plants produce milk protein, paving way for cow-free dairy
The discovery would thus help overcome a major hurdle in producing real dairy proteins without cows, paving the way for more sustainable dairy ingredients and less climate change.
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science
Israel's human milk bank tripled activity after October 7, helping feed wartime babies, study finds
“The project’s success was caused by motivation; what caused success was motivation; giving of your own milk, giving part of yourself while nursing your own baby is the height of unconditional love.”
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Iran disputes Qatar, Kuwait accounts of captured Iranian personnel, demands to investigate
In May, Iran said the four were affiliated with the Revolutionary Guards and had been on a maritime patrol before entering Kuwaiti territorial waters because of a navigation disruption.
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August disguised as fall: Thunderstorms, extreme heatwave expected as Israel nears end of summer
The unusual forecast follows heavy rainfall in eastern Israel on Saturday, when large amounts of rain fell within a short period, causing flooding and flash floods.
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Israeli arrested for allegedly lighting barbecue at rented villa, sparking wildfire in Crete
According to the reports, the villa owner warned the guests when they arrived that, due to the high fire risk, using a barbecue was completely prohibited in the area.
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IDF diverts forces from Palestinian terror arrests to rising settler violence in West Bank - report
According to Army Radio, the arrests come at the request of the Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency), to which the IDF has responded that it is "unable" to arrest all of the wanted suspects.
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politics
Germany has chosen Israel over international law
The state's commitment to the murderous Netanyahu regime outstrips its dedication to preserving democracy at home Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz are…
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politics
Flags to fly at half-staff in Hong Kong as tribute to late ex-premier Zhu Rongji
Hong Kong will fly the national and regional flags at half-staff at various government sites on Tuesday to mourn the late former Chinese premier Zhu Rongji. The government said on Sunday it would…
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politics
🔴 Live: Ukraine launches 600 drones at Russia, one of its largest aerial attacks of the war
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politics
Bus crash in Hungary kills at least 12
The driver of a bus that has crashed in Hungary, killing at least 12 people, has been arrested, police say. The bus was carrying Polish pilgrims, reports said.
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general
South Lebanon: Doctor describes escalating humanitarian toll
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon have killed at least 11 people, in what local authorities describe as the largest escalation since the June agreement. Speaking to FRANCE 24, Pierre Catoire, an…
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business
Secret outperformer: Dispelling the 'myths' about an unloved stock market
European markets fly under the radar when compared with larger and more liquid U.S. markets, but Goldman Sachs offered to dispel some of the myths.
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general
Exam body defends denying unwell DSE candidate access to lift before assessment
Hong Kong’s examination authority has defended an invigilator who refused to let a candidate with anxiety use a school lift after he started feeling unwell before his second assessment, arguing the…
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science
Indoor ‘feels-like’ heat soars to 52 degrees in Hong Kong subdivided homes: study
Indoor heat levels in Hong Kong’s subdivided flats and rooftop huts felt like a blistering 52.21 degrees Celsius (126 Fahrenheit) this summer, with 80 per cent of homemakers living in those homes…
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politics
Ukraine launches one of the largest aerial attacks on Russia yet
Footage shows a large column of smoke after Ukraine struck a major logistics hub in the Moscow region.
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As Iran War Turns Into Economic Battle, a New U.S. Strategy Recalls Old Ones
The United States and Iran are poised to blow past a deadline they had set themselves to broker terms on peace and Iran’s nuclear program.
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Belgium counts on air support as record wildfire jumps in size
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Air India Express Flyer's Gun Goes Off At Varanasi Airport, 2 Security Staffers Injured
The passenger, identified as Kamlesh Kedarnath Rai from Azamgarh, was travelling with his wife to Mumbai on Air India Express flight IX1810.
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general
Live video captures panic as gunman opens fire at park in Kentucky
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politics
Chad : Opposition figure Succès Masra speaks to France 24
Chadian opposition leader and former Prime Minister Succès Masra, who founded the opposition party Les Transformateurs and challenged President Mahamat Idriss Déby in the 2024 presidential election…
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politics
WAFCON: Malawi and Cameroon face off for historic first crown
Malawi and Cameroon will face off this Sunday in Rabat at 9pm Paris time in the final of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations. A surprising matchup, with each nation hoping to secure the first…
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general
Why France's under-15 social media ban was blocked
France's attempt to ban social media for under-15s has been blocked by the Constitutional Council, which ruled the measure unconstitutional. Speaking to FRANCE 24, Peter Craddock, Senior Attorney…
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sports
Morocco tightens security as migrants gather near Ceuta border
Morocco has deployed heavy security around the border city of Fnideq after false social media rumours claimed the border to Spain's Ceuta enclave would open. Hundreds of migrants, mostly from…
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science
Number of deaths after collision involving car driving wrong way on M9 motorway in Kildare
Vehicle was travelling southbound on the northbound carriageway when crash occurred
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business
After Ambala And Hansi, Haryana Police Braces For Protests In Khanauri
Farmers from Haryana and Punjab are preparing to march towards Delhi against the proposed India-US trade deal.
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general
Fur traders brought Arctic foxes to Alaska; seabird losses reshaped islands
Arctic foxes introduced to more than 400 Alaskan islands for fur had an unexpected impact on the ecosystem. By preying on seabirds, they reduced the flow of nutrient-rich guano from the ocean to land…
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Belgium's biggest wildfire on record heads towards Germany
HAUTES FAGNES/BRUSSELS, Aug 16 - Firefighters worked through the night to battle Belgium's biggest wildfire on record, which by Sunday morning had burned 3,000 hectares of land and was heading towards…
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politics
Five killed as Russia launches fresh aerial attacks across Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accuses Russia of targeting civilian infrastructure, while Moscow reports that a warehouse was hit.
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sports
Cincinnati Open: Djokovic stunned by Tirante in second round
Novak Djokovic struggled in the hot conditions and was ousted from Cincinnati Open in his first match since Wimbledon.
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general
How a False Nuclear Claim About Iran Ricocheted From India to Washington
A dubious post that spread on X became the basis of false claims that Iran’s leadership had declared it a nuclear power.
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general
The U.S. Military Wants A.I. Dominance. Feuds and China May Thwart It.
The administration is veering wildly in its response to the national security implications of A.I. as China, America’s main technological and military rival, charges ahead.
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politics
How Republicans Embraced Brandon Herrera, a Texas Republican Candidate and Gun Influencer
Brandon Herrera, long an anti-establishment outsider, is trying to help the party defend a red-leaning House district in West Texas. It’s proving messy.
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business
A Shooting at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto Exposes a Neighborhood’s Guns-for-Hire Network
A shooting at a U.S. Consulate has thrust a neighborhood with a troubled past into the center of an emerging criminal phenomenon: young guns for hire as gig workers in the underworld economy.
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