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Prosecutor files statement against suspect in killing of attorney Arbel Feldman
Police said a serious indictment is expected in the coming days, together with a request to keep the suspect detained until the end of the proceedings.
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'Violent provocateur': Opposition leaders decry MK Sukkot's destruction of West Bank monument
Sukkot's behavior is a "disgrace" to public leaders, Eisenkot stated. "He lied and deceived the IDF and its commanders, harmed security and tarnished the entire State of Israel."
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Argentina’s Wholesale Peso Breaks 1,500 for the First Time
Argentina · CURRENCY Key Facts —The record: The wholesale peso closed Monday 24 August at 1,507 to the dollar, the first time it has traded through 1,500. —The move: Up 11 pesos on the day, the…
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Jackson Hole With a Rate Rise Priced: What Warsh’s Debut Means for Latin America
United States · RATES Key Facts —The event: Jackson Hole runs 27–29 August at Jackson Lake Lodge, about 120 central bankers from more than 70 countries. —The debut: Kevin Warsh gives his first keynote…
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politics
Left-handed people tend to be left-leaning voters
Political preferences are generally explained by income, age and level of education. However, our research suggests that a far more unexpected trait may also have a hand in how we vote. A survey…
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politics
French village reels from tornado that damaged hundreds of homes
Hundreds of damaged homes, widespread power cuts and blocked roads confronted residents of southwestern France on Tuesday after a tornado tore through the village of Pomas, injuring 39 people, two of…
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entertainment
Federal MP Luke Gosling charged with breaching bail after alleged assault in NT
Member for Solomon was charged after an alleged incident at a cultural festival in Darwin in July Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Northern Territory police has charged…
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science
Germany can expect more intense weather extremes, warns climate expert
Europe is seeing average temperatures rise faster than the other continents, which is fuelling more heatwaves as well as increasing the risk of drought, fires and storms, says a leading German climate…
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politics
Government lays out housing plans but Burnham backtracks on social renting pledge – UK politics live
£10bn for housing with 60% social renting is at odds with PM’s previous call for programme to be spent entirely on social homes Andy Burnham has said he plans to travel to the US next month to join…
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Hong Kong power firms to raise fuel charges from September amid geopolitical tensions
Hong Kong’s two electricity suppliers will raise fuel-related charges from next month, citing geopolitical tensions and volatility in international energy markets. As electricity costs rise, CLP Power…
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science
Thinking of running the Ultimate Trail of the Mont Blanc? Residents might object
The Ultimate Trail of Mont Blanc is about to get underway, an annual 174km alpine running race that's world renowned. However, the event has come under increasing criticism from residents of Chamonix…
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Yorkshireman believed to be first Briton to die fighting for Russia against Ukraine
Bradley Townsend reportedly killed by a drone on 10 June in Donetsk region after joining up with separatists Europe live – latest updates A man from Yorkshire is believed to be the first British…
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technology
SEC reportedly subpoenas Wall Street banks over AI hedge fund Situational Awareness's near collapse
The SEC is seeking information from major Wall Street banks about trades and financing tied to AI-focused hedge fund Situational Awareness.
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business
U.S. Campaign on Iran’s Economy May Still Risk Regional Military Escalation
Experts warn that a campaign aimed at avoiding military escalation could instead provoke it, as Iranian leaders vow retaliation across the oil-rich Gulf.
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politics
What would justice look like if there were no Rohingya left in Myanmar?
Nine years after the 2017 atrocities, Rohingya are still being forced to flee because the genocide has never stopped.
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science
FSSAI crackdown: Food companies withdraw ‘100%’ and health claims after notices
India's food regulator FSSAI has taken action against several major food business operators. Companies like Amway India and Juza Foods have removed misleading claims from their products. These…
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technology
Burnham to take Zelenskyy’s pleas for Patriot missiles to Trump – Europe live
UK PM to join delegation of leaders lobbying US president to step up supplies Burnham plans trip to New York as Ukraine pleads for US-made missiles We are seeing the first reports of German chancellor…
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technology
Indonesia battles haze as wildfires rage across South Sumatra forests
Indonesia deploys prayers and emergency measures to combat South Sumatra's raging wildfires and hazardous haze.
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entertainment
Singaporean who filmed couple on rooftop and demanded sex, cash gets jail
A man who hid behind some plants to film a couple having extramarital sex at a rooftop garden in Singapore later used the video to threaten the woman while asking for sex and cash. When the police…
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science
Around 40 injured after tornado tears through village in the south of France
A village in the south of France has been hit by a tornado causing significant damage in the village of Pomas. It injured 41 and affected about 300 homes. The region was under thunderstorm alert…
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politics
Israel seeking to lead intensifying international race over anti-satellite weaponry - analysis
Space warfare weapons are expected to threaten satellites and thus could also damage photography, communication, or any technology that is fundamentally dependent on space.
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general
Gaza parents urged to stop kids flying kites after Israel warning to Hamas
Israel had threatened a forceful response if Hamas revives a tactic of launching incendiary kites over the border.
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science
French astronaut Sophie Adenot prepares for second ISS mission spacewalk
A week after her first historic spacewalk, French astronaut Sophie Adenot will venture outside the International Space Station (ISS) again on Tuesday as part of her mission.
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science
Trees are vital for cooler cities, but they need help too
Record-breaking heat and drought are putting urban trees at risk. Experts explain how to protect these essential assets and build city forests that can withstand the climate challenges ahead.
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politics
Tesco worker sacked for taking bakery items loses claim for unfair dismissal
Supermarket worker was dismissed for taking bakery items 40 minutes before they became free to staff
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general
Luxembourg ends Israel Bonds approvals, leaving future EU bond issuance uncertain
A year after replacing Ireland as the approval center for Israel Bonds, Luxembourg has decided to end the arrangement, creating uncertainty for future EU issuances.
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business
Iran threatens retaliation as new US sanctions hit already-struggling economy
Iranian officials are maintaining their strong rhetoric against the US, after Washington announced a fresh raft of sanctions against Iran. Tehran has pledged to hit back with its own measures, while…
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politics
Xi’s 13-year corruption campaign just keeps accelerating
Chinese President Xi Jinping’s crackdown on corruption is picking up pace even after more than a decade of investigations, according to a South China Morning Post deep dive. There were 65 probes into…
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general
Germany to say who is behind attempted airport drone attack soon
The airport is a cargo and military logistics hub used by NATO and Antonov Airlines for military supplies.
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politics
Kremlin adviser warns UK drone factories could face attacks
Russia says UK decision to share missile blueprints with Ukraine is evidence of direct military involvement in the war.
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general
Trump Administration to Return Diplomats to Middle East Embassies
Evacuated foreign service officers could begin heading back to their posts as early as this week, an internal document shows, suggesting Washington does not anticipate a renewal of full-scale conflict…
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business
How U.S.-Canada Tariff Negotiations Turned Into an All-Out Trade War
Detailed accounts of the final hours of the negotiations show that, while the United States offered Canada what it said was the best deal of any country, what Canada had to give up in exchange was…
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business
BlackBerry CEO says robotics is one of its fastest-growing businesses
BlackBerry CEO John Giamatteo says robotics is one of QNX’s fastest-growing businesses as the company expands its software beyond cars.
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business
Canada set to announce retaliatory tariffs on US goods after talks fail
Tariffs of 50% on Canadian goods came into effect after trade talks collapsed. US President Trump has warned Ottawa to "fall in line," but Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has refused to accept a…
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sports
Legendary rugby league winger Boston dies aged 92
Boston, born in Cardiff in 1934, became the first player in rugby league's 130-year history to receive a knighthood last year.
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sports
DR Congo sees breakthrough as officials and rebels agree to peace talk roadmap
In eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda-backed M23 rebels are still in control of swathes of territory. After months of stalled peace talks, both sides have agreed to get the ball rolling…
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business
Who are Iran’s top trading partners US would need to target to isolate it?
The US wants to isolate Iran from the global economy. Here is who Tehran trades with, and how much is at stake.
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politics
China's Xi Jinping to visit India with 400-member delegation for Brics: Report
Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to arrive in New Delhi for the upcoming BRICS summit next month. Accompanied by a robust delegation of around 400 officials, this visit marks a significant increase…
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general
Ukraine’s Zelensky sees window for US mediation until summer 2027
Moscow’s key objective is capturing the remainder of Donbas.
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politics
Family of Alex Pretti speaks out in exclusive interview: 'They murdered our child'
Alex Pretti, an American citizen and ICU nurse for the Department of Veterans Affairs, was shot and killed on Jan. 24 in Minneapolis.
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business
As Trump Warns Of 'Economic D-Day,' A Look At Iran's Main Trading Partners
While enforcement details of new US measures remain sketchy, the threat could still put several of Tehran's major trade partners, including China and India, on a collision course with America.
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politics
Govt clears path for India Inc to get hands on DRDO missile tech; what it means
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general
India Wanted Red Flags On Sugary Drinks, Chips. Food Giants Pushed Back
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India buckled after a tense March meeting with industry executives, who argued that such warning labels were confusing and ineffective
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general
‘Significant haul’ of stolen phones and laptops found by gardaí during Dublin raid
76 stolen devices including top of the line iPhones, Macbooks and Samsungs were found
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technology
OpenAI subpoenaed by Alabama AG over Hugging Face hack
Alabama's attorney general issued a subpoena to OpenAI on Monday as part of an investigation into how one of its AI agents escaped a supposedly secure testing environment and autonomously hacked…
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business
Spirit Airlines Wants to Sell Its Data to Google. Former Flight Attendants Are Freaked Out
“It never crossed my mind that they would be so bold as to sell our private data for AI,” says one former Spirit Airlines flight attendant.
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sports
Tottenham sign Savinho from Man City for £75m
Tottenham sign Brazil winger Savinho from Manchester City for an initial £75m.
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politics
Colombia Energy Rescue Nears US$500 Million as Aval Eases Quake Debt
Colombia allocated a US$492 million energy package to keep electricity flowing in the Caribbean region, while Grupo Aval opened mortgage and credit lines for earthquake victims.
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politics
North Macedonia has made ties with Israel ‘foreign-policy priority,’ FM tells 'Post' - exclusive
Foreign Minister Timčo Mucunski tells The Jerusalem Post that his first official visit to Israel is intended to take already “excellent” relations to the next level
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business
PicPay Profit Soars 135% in Brazil as Q2 Beats Guidance
PicPay's adjusted second-quarter 2026 profit reached US$54.9 million, up 135% year over year and beating its own guidance. Revenue grew 67% to about US$796 million, fueled by credit expansion and…
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science
US lawmakers question Health Secretary Kennedy on vaccine settlement disclosures
Aug 25 - A group of U.S. senators said Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s recent explanation for how he disposed of a financial stake in litigation involving Merck's Gardasil vaccine conflicts…
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business
Peru Mining Exports and Tax Revenue Shrink Fiscal Deficit
Peru's mining boom is driving a fiscal deficit reduction, with tax revenue up sharply. Mining exports exceeded US$28.9 billion in the first four months of 2026, driven mainly by higher copper and gold…
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general
Can Trump's economic war against Iran do what airstrikes and negotiations couldn't?
What a new round of U.S. sanctions could mean after nearly six months of war with Iran — and years of economic pressure on the country.
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business
Colombia Budget 2027 Faces ‘Clash of Figures’ Warning
Colombia's 2027 budget proposal of US49 billion contradicts the medium-term fiscal framework, sparking a watchdog warning. The gap stems from unapproved tax reforms and higher spending commitments.
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general
‘Enough is enough’: Kenya nurses strike over pay and working conditions
Shiru Kihara, a nurse in Kenya, explains why she and thousands of other nurses are on strike demanding fair pay.
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politics
The whitewashing of the Green India Mission forest expansion project
The flagship environmental initiative has achieved ‘negligible’ results. Why so little progress, and what are the risks as the planet gets hotter? Plus, fusion dance pioneer Usha Jey • Don’t get This…
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general
Christian Convert Who Fled Iran and Was Deported By Trump Finds New Home
Artemis Ghasemzadeh, who had escaped religious persecution, was deported to Panama under Trump’s immigration crackdown. Now, Canada has given her asylum.
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general
What Happened to the Coveted Western Tanks Sent to Ukraine?
Ukraine pleaded for the expensive weapons, and ultimately got them, but drones have rendered them almost unusable.
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entertainment
Woman allegedly repeatedly stabbed with scissors while protecting son from ‘random’ Melbourne CBD attack
Man arrested after being restrained and pinned down by ‘heroic’ bystanders, Victoria police say Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast A mother has been taken to hospital after…
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general
British man charged in Singapore two years after alleged theft at airport
The 26-year-old faces up to seven years in jail for allegedly stealing a denim jacket from an airport shop in 2024.
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technology
Hong Kong exports jump 50.7% in July, driven by growth in AI-related electronics
Hong Kong exports surged by 50.7 per cent year on year in July, driven by “impressive growth” in artificial intelligence-related electronic products, with the government expecting the robust demand to…
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Silence, Wolves and the Wild East: Hiking in Portugal’s Côa Valley
A trek in a remote corner of the Iberian Peninsula brought a writer face-to-face with ancient oaks, rewilding efforts and prehistoric cave art.
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politics
Why was China’s response to North Korea’s latest missile launches so muted?
China’s muted response to North Korea’s latest missile launch, which came soon after top diplomat Wang Yi’s visit to Seoul, underscores how Beijing is prioritising Pyongyang’s stability over near‑term…
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politics
What does a self-reliant South Korea look like? Some push for a nuclear option.
Washington’s curtailing of joint military drills in South Korea was widely framed as a humiliating moment for Seoul. But it could also push the country on a path to self-reliance – and nuclear arms.
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science
Philippine poverty falls to record low, but many still feel insecure
The Philippines has cut its official poverty rate to below 10 per cent for the first time, a milestone officials hailed as proof that millions of Filipinos are climbing the economic ladder. Yet for…
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business
Trump and Kennedy's health industry deals are at risk of vanishing
The agreements, covering issues like drug pricing, reducing the use of synthetic food dyes, and cutting back on insurance prior authorization rules, were announced with fanfare and touted as…
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entertainment
DHS conducted far-reaching surveillance during Minnesota ICE surge, court documents show
DHS allegedly went undercover at community meetings, subpoenaed the financial records of labor unions, and created dossiers on people at a church gathering, according to court filings.
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science
Kids with brain injuries thrive at this camp. But federal research funding is in flux
A Pennsylvania summer camp helps children who have survived brain injuries. But the future of federal funding for brain injury research, as well as grants to states to help such patients, is in limbo.
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LatAm Expat & Nomad Daily Guide for Tuesday, August 25, 2026
The Short Version In short: Your LatAm expat and nomad daily guide for Tuesday, August 25. Argentina’s wholesale peso broke 1,500 to the dollar for the first time, Buenos Aires’s city airport shuts…
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business
Morocco Restarts Wheat Imports on 16 September
A record Moroccan harvest produced plenty of grain and very little of it reached the industrial mills, so Rabat is paying importers to bring wheat back in.
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technology
An Ethiopian Rewrote the Half-Marathon Record in Buenos Aires
Yomif Kejelcha ran 56 minutes and 51 seconds through Palermo on Sunday morning, taking 29 seconds off the mark and putting Buenos Aires in the record books.
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general
Gaza parents urged to stop kids flying kites after Israel warning to Hamas
The announcement was coordinated with the Hamas authorities.
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politics
Pakistan says army chief held talks with Iran focused on preventing further escalation in MidEast
Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir discussed regional peace and ways to reach a negotiated settlement to disputes, the statement added.
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general
Israel must remember the danger carried by Gaza kites, Hamas dictating tempo at border - editorial
Israel has paid far too high a price to relearn this lesson. The kites crossing the border today may contain nothing, but the next ones may not. We should not wait and see.
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Drugs found in Gaza aid as IDF destroys Hamas weapons in mosques, arrests West Bank terrorists
"Hamas remains the main obstacle to further improving the situation in the Gaza Strip," a senior COGAT official said.
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general
Trial for alleged builder of bomb in 1988 Lockerbie attack postponed by US judge days before start
The Boeing 747 exploded minutes after takeoff from London on December 21, 1988, killing all 259 people on board, including 190 Americans, and 11 people on the ground in Scotland.
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sports
Israeli basketball legend Mickey Berkowitz’s severe dementia diagnosis revealed in documentary
Berkowitz has been living in a care facility away from his home in recent months, and the film documents his family’s efforts to cope with his condition.
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general
Rare tornado near Carcassonne in France causes damage and injuries
Footage shows a rare tornado making its way through southern France.
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technology
Why are we paying $50 for instant coffee?
Tightening global supply, market volatility and a weaker NZ dollar are being blamed for soaring coffee prices.
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politics
UK drone factories may face attacks from 'unknown sources' Putin tells BBC
The comments on BBC Newsnight come after the UK announced it has agreed to hand over blueprints for British-made missile components to Ukraine.
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technology
US senators demand hearing over toll on troops amid war on Iran
A group of 12 US senators have called for a congressional hearing into the toll the war on Iran is taking on troops, amid "poor planning and mismanagement of extended deployments". In the letter, led…
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politics
Traffic controller in critical condition after being struck by a plane in Montreal
The Montreal Police Service confirmed to say the case will be transferred to the Commission on Standards, Equity, Health, and Safety at Work, as it is a workplace accident.
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business
Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Sensex Opens Over 100 Points Lower Amid Negative Global Cues
Stock Market, Sensex, Share Market, Nifty LIVE Updates: Brent Crude Back Near $92 After 2% Drop As US Tightens Iran Pressure.
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general
'Relieved, Lonely And Sad': Japan PM Recounts 'Cockroach' Issue At Home
Takaichi, who is increasingly seen secluding herself at home, last week said that she is using her official residence next to her office more for work to maximise efficiency.
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politics
10 years of UPI: PM Modi hails India’s digital payments milestone
Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked ten years of the Unified Payments Interface, a transformative digital payment system that has reshaped financial transactions in India. UPI facilitates seamless…
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business
Philippine retailers tweak recipe to feed consumer demand for cheaper goods
From switching ingredients to staggering price increases, Philippine companies are rethinking strategies to cover rising costs without losing customers squeezed by inflation and a weak peso. The…
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entertainment
Woolworths’ Ooshies craze causes Coles sales slump with parents shopping at rival supermarket to collect toys
Coles full-year results show that despite gaining market share over past 12 months, sales fell over four weeks of ‘competitor’s collectables campaign’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest…
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Chinese woman, 31, faces lifelong walking issues after water-only diet cuts 20kg in weeks
A woman from central China undertook a fasting regimen for half a month and lost 20kg, but ultimately suffered from a serious brain disorder from which she may never fully recover. The 31-year-old…
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business
Labour promises to reinstate Smokefree Generation policy
Labour would reverse the government's heated tobacco policy and introduce a licensing regime for tobacco and vape products.
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politics
Canada to announce response to Trump's new tariffs
After rejecting what he called a "bad deal", Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced retaliatory tariffs effective on Sep 8.
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general
Six months into Iran war, Hormuz traffic way down, sailors stranded
Some 6,000 sailors and 500 ships have remained stuck in the Gulf since the beginning of the conflict.
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science
Vancouver Island diver captures rare shark encounter
Carl Sorenson managed to capture a massive bluntnose sixgill shark, getting close enough for it to bounce off his camera gear.
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business
Mideast live: Oil tanker struck by projectile in Strait of Hormuz off Oman
An oil tanker was struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman, causing damage but no casualties, the the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said early Tuesday…
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politics
'A deal is a deal': Bed tax still government policy, according to Winston Peters
The NZ First leader says bed levies in Auckland and Queenstown are still on the table, even if National doesn’t want them.
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sports
Multiple dead, including children, in Montana shooting and house fire
A motive in the incident in Billings wasn’t immediately provided. Police said they were withholding the identities of the dead for now.
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general
Hong Kong needs clearer framework for handling high heat on work sites
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business
India’s Airbound bags $37M to take on trucks with rocket-like drones
Airbound's ultra-lightweight approach to drone delivery has attracted backing from Greenoaks, DoorDash, and Silicon Valley investor Lachy Groom.
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politics
Woodside scraps long-term emissions and clean energy targets despite windfall oil profits caused by Iran war
Australia’s biggest oil and gas company recorded a 27% increase in sales profit to $1.67bn in the six-month reporting period Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking…
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politics
Wife of active-duty US Army sergeant is deported
WASHINGTON, Aug 24 - The wife of a U.S. Army sergeant was deported to Honduras on Monday, marking the latest example of the impact of the Trump administration's immigration crackdown on relatives of…
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politics
Scots College trio who allegedly sexually assaulted teen girl have faced ‘repercussions’, judge says
Three boys, two aged 14 and one aged 13, on bail and yet to enter a plea after alleged assault in Sydney’s east Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free…
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