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general
Jonathan Spector’s ‘Birthright’ puts Jewish history and memory on the stage - opinion
In its first act, set in 2006, we join six friends just back from a Birthright Israel trip. Lev, the seeker of “meaning,” introduces “historiography.”
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general
New York brothers charged with hate crimes after allegedly stealing, burning Israeli flag
Both brothers were charged with hate crimes related to theft and criminal damage, as well as destroying evidence.
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politics
Trump weighs renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' amid escalating trade war
US President Donald Trump said he's considering the name change amid increasingly difficult trade relations between the US and Canada.
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politics
Darline Graham wins South Carolina Republican Senate primary runoff
The win is also a victory for US President Donald Trump, who recruited Graham and endorsed her following the death of her brother, Lindsey Graham, last month.
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politics
Industrial hemp sector wants more seed in the ground across New Zealand
It was part of a suite of changes from a regulation review announced in Ashburton last December.
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politics
China: Dissident artist jailed for satirical Mao sculptures
Sculptor Gao Zhen was charged under China's "Law on the Protection of Heroes and Martyrs." His supporters have called for his immediate release.
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politics
Trump admin sends Saudi nuclear deal to Congress, says Abraham Accords still key
The landmark U.S.-Saudi nuclear agreement was finalized last month.
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business
Inflation eases less than expected, making another interest rate hike more likely
Rudi Suardi/Getty Images Easing inflation may give mortgage holders a reprieve on further repayment increases for now – but maybe not for long. The consumer price index (CPI) rose 3.5% in the year to…
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science
Instagram chief testifies at Meta trial, says few teens used safety feature
Meta is on trial over claims it hooked young users on its platforms despite mental health risks.
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business
Stock futures are little changed as traders await key inflation report, Nvidia earnings: Live updates
Traders awaited inflation data along with Nvidia's latest quarterly results. Both are due Wednesday.
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general
Cashless Nation: The UPI Success Story Behind India's FinTech Revolution
India's UPI system revolutionised digital payments, driving financial inclusion and reshaping commerce nationwide.
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entertainment
The Airport Chaplain: SBS’s global Netflix debut is heartfelt TV that will blow you away
SBS When the trailer for SBS’s new drama The Airport Chaplain was released, it looked too good to be true: national treasure Hugo Weaving, rising star Shabana Azeez, and an endearing conceptual…
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entertainment
Fears for ‘gregarious’ local celebrity Sammy the elephant seal in Victorian bird flu hotspot
Seals and sea lions often communicate by touch and share spaces with wild birds, placing them at risk of infection from H5N1 virus Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our…
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technology
Nine CEO confident new AI laws will deliver a ‘world of growth in publishing’ as network slashes costs
Matt Stanton says company has ‘good pipeline’ of AI deals ahead even as it aims to cut $160m in costs Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or…
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business
India’s Ringg gets backing from Peak XV as it pushes voice AI past the phone call
Ringg has raised $10 million from Peak XV as a part of its Series A extension.
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politics
Philadelphia's Chucky-style masked man arrested in Las Vegas
U.S. Marshals say 22-year-old Zymire Hughes was arrested Tuesday night in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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general
South Korea says Russian military planes entered its air defence zone
South Korea said it scrambled fighter jets in response to multiple Russian aircraft entering its air defence identification zone over the East Sea.
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business
Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Markets Likely To Open In Green As Oil Slips Below $90
Stock Market, Sensex, Share Market, Nifty LIVE Updates: Oil prices slide over 2% following report of US-Iran ceasefire.
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politics
Judge delays custody decision in surrogacy fight over newborn with heart defect
Dallas judge has delayed a custody decision, extending a temporary restraining order another two weeks as the legal fight over custody of a baby with a rare heart defect born to a surrogate continues.
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politics
Trump sends Saudi civil nuclear agreement to Congress for review
US President Donald Trump has submitted a civilian nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress for review, an administration official said. The classified pact, sent to Capitol Hill on…
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politics
‘I want to survive’: Malaysian commando adrift in South China Sea for 15 hours
“I want to survive.” That was uppermost in Senior Seaman Michael Coccon Johen’s mind while he was drifting in the South China Sea, hours after a free-fall parachute training exercise went wrong…
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sports
Record number of Japanese in Premier League
Ten players from Japan were registered with top-tier English teams when the campaign kicked off last weekend, and more are potentially on the way before the transfer window closes.
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science
Hao Feng sentenced to four years and two months in prison for fatally strangling partner in her home
Hao Feng strangled Xiaoyan Wang until she was unconscious, moved her body, and went outside for a cigarette. Today he was jailed for four years.
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politics
Graham, and Trump, Triumph: Six Takeaways From South Carolina’s Senate Runoff
President Trump went all in for Senator Darline Graham in a primary runoff on Tuesday. It worked, preserving his undefeated streak in Republican Senate primaries this year.
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business
Pierrefonds residents flooded again after rain, raising concerns over infrastructure
After flooding again, Pierrefonds residents say they're living in fear of the next storm and want answers on flood prevention and infrastructure.
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general
Too small for fries: Drought shrinks Belgian potatoes
Belgium has been hit by a devastating combination of weather extremes this summer.
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politics
Judge strikes down Texas ban on drag shows, tells people offended by them ‘just don’t go’
The federal judge, who cited Dolly Parton in his ruling, found that the state law violated the First Amendment.
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politics
Trump-backed Mike Mazzei wins the GOP nomination in the Oklahoma governor’s race
Former state Sen. Mike Mazzei has secured the Republican nomination for governor in Oklahoma, NBC News projects, a victory for President Donald Trump’s preferred candidate.
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technology
Writing the rulebook? China to steer world’s first solid-state battery standards
A Chinese-proposed international standard for automotive solid-state batteries has been approved as a new work item by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) – marking the first of its…
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business
WATCH: David Muir looks back at the life and legacy of Dolly Parton
The music legend, actress, businesswoman and philanthropist has died at age 80. Beyond her humble country roots in Tennessee, Dolly's career spanned more than six decades.
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politics
Trump nabs crucial primary wins in South Carolina, Oklahoma: 4 takeaways
President Trump notched two critical wins in South Carolina and Oklahoma on Tuesday, with Sen. Darline Graham (S.C.) and former state Sen. Mike Mazzei (Okla.) clinching the GOP nominations in their…
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entertainment
Jolene, I Will Always Love You and 9 to 5: the genius of Dolly Parton in three songs
Jason Kempin/Getty Images The world has lost a music legend in Dolly Parton, who has died at 80 after a “brief battle” with cancer. She’s remembered for her twanging country vocals, decades of hit…
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entertainment
Elton John, Oprah Winfrey and Paul McCartney lead tributes to Dolly Parton
The tributes have included artists across musical genres, fans from all generations and politicians from all spectrum sharing their love for the country icon.
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politics
Trump-backed Mazzei defeats Drummond in Oklahoma governor GOP runoff
Former state Sen. Mike Mazzei (R) is projected to defeat state Attorney General Gentner Drummond (R) in the Republican primary runoff for Oklahoma governor — a win for President Trump who backed…
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sports
Chinese worker develops severe muscle breakdown after manager punishes her with 200 squats
A Chinese woman developed life-threatening muscle breakdown after her company forced her to perform 200 squats as punishment for unfinished work. The young woman, surnamed Yang, recently moved to…
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general
Mamdani opposes Hindu nationalist event in New York
Zohran Mamdani says he opposes a right-wing Hindu nationalist event scheduled for next week at Madison Square Garden.
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entertainment
India’s listless Hockey World Cup show sparks alarm
Monday’s 3-5 defeat to Argentina summed up a campaign littered with familiar flaws. There have been moments of promise in Amstelveen, but they have been overshadowed by defensive lapses, poor…
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technology
Instagram head Mosseri, at children's addiction trial, says few teenagers knew of safety feature
Four US states, California, Colorado, Kentucky, and New Jersey, have accused Meta of designing the platforms to hook young users, fueling anxiety, depression, and even suicide.
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politics
Time to take forestry out of the emissions trading scheme - environment watchdog
Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment Simon Upton is calling for the scheme to be overhauled.
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general
College student fatally shot by police after knocking on wrong door
Glenn Pysher was trying to find his friends when he accidentally knocked on the door of the wrong house. The homeowners called 911 to report an attempted break-in.
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politics
US halts visa appointments globally amid Trump's immigration crackdown
United States visa appointments are paused worldwide for consular officer training. This initiative supports the administration's broader immigration enforcement efforts. Immigrant visa applicants are…
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general
Singapore court hands Amos Yee 4 new charges for posts on race, child porn
Singaporean online commentator Amos Yee Pang Sang on Wednesday received four fresh charges linked to posts he made about race and children. This brings his total number of charges to seven, including…
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business
SpaceX to build $100 billion rocket launch facility in southern Louisiana
SpaceX unveiled plans on Tuesday for a $100 billion rocket launch complex in southern Louisiana, its largest yet, aimed at supporting Starship and AI satellite missions. The 125,000-acre Starbase…
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politics
Sen. Darline Graham thanks Trump after winning GOP Senate primary runoff in S.C.
Sen. Darline Graham expressed her gratitude to President Trump after her projected win over Rep. Ralph Norman in South Carolina’s Republican primary runoff. Trump recruited, endorsed, and campaigned…
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politics
Trump's Saudi nuclear deal reaches Congress as experts warn of proliferation risk
Some Democratic lawmakers and nonproliferation advocates have criticized the pact for not including a permanent prohibition on enrichment or reprocessing.
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politics
Three takeaways from Tuesday's South Carolina Republican Senate primary
WASHINGTON, Aug 25 - South Carolina Republicans on Tuesday nominated Darline Graham to run in November's general election for her late brother's U.S. Senate seat, as she defeated Representative Ralph…
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science
Flu vaccine to be free for all under fives
The change means about 260,000 more children will be eligible next winter.
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politics
El-Sayed distances himself from Hasan Piker as Jewish Democrats question his Israel stance
If not necessarily a sharp pivot, El-Sayed’s words, coming from a strident Israel critic in his own right, still represented an acknowledgement that his biggest campaign surrogate poses problems.
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politics
Sen. Darline Graham projected to win runoff in South Carolina GOP Senate primary
Sen. Darline Graham won the GOP Senate runoff in South Carolina on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating Rep. Ralph Norman in the special primary to replace Graham's late brother, Sen. Lindsey…
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politics
In win for Trump, Darline Graham secures Republican nomination for US Senate in South Carolina
Graham defeated representative Ralph Norman and will run in November’s election for a full, six-year Senate term.
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science
US court orders Guardant Health to pay $245 million for cancer patent infringement
A federal judge ordered Guardant Health to pay over $245 million to TwinStrand Biosciences and the University of Washington. This judgment follows a jury verdict for infringing patented DNA sequencing…
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politics
Transgender former CIA officer Curlee opens up, over a year after leaving agency
Julia Curlee was dismissed by the White House after a far-right influencer publicised her transgender identity online.
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science
Vaping is better than patches or gums for quitting smoking – updated review
Johner Images/Getty Images If you’ve ever been a smoker, you’ll know how hard it is to quit. It can take as many as 30 attempts to finally break the habit. An updated Cochrane review assessed the…
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business
US Sanctions 4 India-Based Firms, 3 Indians To Punish Iran
In an effort to hobble Iran's economy, the United States earlier this week threatened to punish countries that continue to do business with Iran but said it would not impose penalties immediately.
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science
Nursing students are rejecting careers in aged care. A staffing crisis is coming
Drazen Zigic/Getty Images A ministerial advisory group delivered a blunt verdict on the state of aged care in New Zealand last week. The system, as it stands, cannot cope with the projected rise in…
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business
From military alliance to economic partnership: How Trump is redefining U.S.-South Korea ties
Trump last Sunday instructed the Pentagon to cut military drills because they were "costly" and send "inappropriate and hostile" signals to North Korea.
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politics
Mixed results for One Nation and the Coalition in latest federal polls
There have been mixed messages emerging from the three federal polls released this week. In the DemosAU poll, the Coalition was up four points on the primary vote to 25% and One Nation was down five…
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politics
Mumbai auto drivers learn to refuse rides... in Marathi
Mumbai's auto and cab drivers are learning Marathi due to a new state rule. Some drivers are using basic Marathi phrases to refuse passengers for various reasons. The government has established…
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technology
HP partners with U.S.-blacklisted Huawei for licensing the Chinese company's WiFi tech
It's a sign of adoption of Huawei technology outside China, despite the U.S. restricting the company from working with American suppliers such as Google.
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science
Historic sulphur emissions the likely cause of damage to Murujuga rock art: new research
Amy Stevens Murujuga is a sacred cultural landscape of land and sea Country across the Burrup Peninsula and Dampier Archipelago, in Western Australia’s Pilbara region. It contains an estimated 1…
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general
North Korea sharpens anti-Japan rhetoric as Russia ties grow
North Korea has stepped up its verbal attacks on Japan, issuing more than a dozen denunciations through state media since early July and hardening its rhetoric in recent days by accusing Tokyo of…
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politics
Japan expands Fukushima soil recycling project to Sendai, Saitama
Japan’s Environment Ministry says it plans to reuse soil collected in decontamination work near the disaster-stricken Fukushima Daiichi nuclear complex at national government branch offices in Miyagi…
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politics
‘Still scarily relevant’: Stage play reveals distress of poll tax immigrants
Artists involved in Pork and Poll Taxes hope audiences can take away a deep sense of empathy and understanding for immigrants.
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politics
Israel removes Netherlands representatives from Gaza center following settlement goods ban
In a statement released on X/Twitter, Sa’ar highlighted the Netherlands’s recent ban on the import of products made in Israeli West Bank settlements as an example of Dutch anti-Israel policies.
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politics
Former US spy chief Gabbard warned Trump killing Khamenei could empower radical regime - WSJ
Trump received warnings before attacking Iran from intelligence and senior officials that war could bring major casualties, regional attacks and nuclear risks accoridng to The Wall Street Journal.
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business
GOP's Mike Rogers weighs AIPAC liability vs. support in high-stakes Michigan Senate race
“The Rogers campaign has been explicit with us that they welcome support from AIPAC and our members,” spokesperson Deryn Sousa told the Times.
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general
US Pro-Palestinian groups push to open criminal proceedings against Jerusalem Deputy Mayor
King rejected the allegations against him, telling Walla that he is “proud to be a loyal emissary of the Jewish people in Israel and around the world."
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entertainment
Dolly Parton, country music legend and cultural icon, dead at 80
The singer, songwriter and philanthropist enjoyed a more than six-decade career.
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technology
Survey pinpoints the behavior on planes that people find most annoying
Here's what travelers think about shared armrests, reclined seats and fellow passengers' use of tech on planes.
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science
Storing carbon in sea could have huge potential for fighting climate change - report
"Marine carbon dioxide removal may be a future tool to help reduce atmospheric carbon levels," says a Royal Society of New Zealand report.
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entertainment
Dolly Parton remembered by fellow stars, politicans: "A true loss for millions"
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
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business
Here's why markets are starting to care about the 2026 election 10 weeks out
Wall Street analysts are tuning in 10 weeks ahead of the Nov. 3 election with concerns about risks to investors depending on how the U.S. results turn out.
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technology
Australia news live: man charged after allegedly stabbing woman with scissors in Melbourne
Woman and her son, who was allegedly punched, were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries on Tuesday. Follow updates live Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Good…
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politics
DOJ warns Kennedy Center could be knocked down if renovations don't move forward
The Trump administration said it may need to demolish the Kennedy Center if a plan to close the building for two years as part of a controversial renovation project pushed by President Trump and the…
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politics
‘Darth Vader’ Wants You to Know He Definitely Supports Flock Surveillance
Anthony Ralphs was frustrated by the San Diego City Council's support for Flock. He decided it would take something more than reasoned argument to get their attention.
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entertainment
Dolly Parton, country music legend, dies at age 80
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
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entertainment
Book about Putin’s private life which ‘reads like a spy novel’ wins French literary prize
A taboo-breaking book about Vladimir Putin’s rise to power and private life, written by two exiled Russian journalists, won a newly established French literary prize on Tuesday. The book, The Tsar in…
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entertainment
US-led Gaza peace board warns Hamas over kites after Israeli threat
The US-led board overseeing the Gaza peace plan warned Hamas on Tuesday to halt militant activity, including flying kites, after Israel threatened retaliatory strikes. A Board of Peace official said…
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entertainment
Court Documents Suggest Rebel Wilson Ordered Websites Attacking Producer
New documents filed on Tuesday in Los Angeles appear to show that Ms. Wilson, the actress, was heavily involved in disparaging Amanda Ghost, a producer on her movie, “The Deb.”
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business
Waymo to launch driverless rides in Germany in 2027, entering third market outside U.S.
Waymo has been the biggest robotaxi player in the U.S., and has announced plans to enter the U.K., Japan and now Germany.
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politics
Hamas and Dahlan’s factions seek alliance that could reshape Palestinian elections and weaken Abbas
A Palestinian figure who attended the Cairo anti-Abbas coalition meeting confirmed that no final decision has been made but added that the aim is clear.
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politics
Trump is upping the price of Big Tech’s favorite visa
In the span of a few hours on Monday, the Department of Homeland Security announced that it would be implementing a fee of over $103,000 on H-1B visas, and news broke that the State Department plans…
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general
Pennsylvania AG accuses Snapchat of failing to protect children in new suit
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday (R) announced a lawsuit Tuesday, accusing Snap, the parent company of Snapchat, of failing to protect children from compulsively using its platform. The…
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politics
El-Sayed distances from Piker amid high-stakes Senate race
Michigan Democrat Abdul El-Sayed is taking steps to distance his Senate campaign from far-left Twitch streamer Hasan Piker, who’s facing blowback for suggesting that American Jews’ support for Israel…
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entertainment
Tributes to Dolly Parton pour in from fellow stars to ordinary people
Entertainers and celebrities reflected on Parton’s creative talent, while fans and everyday people recounted how her philanthropic generosity touched their lives.
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business
Musk's SpaceX announces $100 billion plan for new spaceport in Louisiana
Elon Musk's space company plans to spend $100 billion to build a new spaceport in Louisiana to launch rockets, state officials and the company announced.
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science
'Game changing': DNA clues track hornets in Auckland waterways
Scientists are trialing using environmental DNA to track signs of yellow-legged hornets in Auckland waterways, with hornet queens potentially coming out of winter hibernation soon.
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entertainment
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
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politics
US judge blocks Ohio law requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote
The amended law was an attempt by state Republicans to crack down on unproven claims of voting by noncitizens.
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general
Africa knows who its true friends are – and they’re not in Washington
The gaffe at last month’s Aids 2026 conference in Rio de Janeiro, where a US State Department presentation displayed a map of Africa with every country mislabelled, serves as more than a source of…
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entertainment
Democrats see an opening in Texas. Is it déjà vu or a breakthrough?: From the Politics Desk
In today’s edition, Natasha Korecki breaks down the Democratic and the Republican theory of the case in the Texas Senate race.
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politics
Councils not spending ratepayer money 'willy nilly', mayor says over rates cap
Mayors across the country have been expressing their dismay at the government's announcement.
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entertainment
Who was the ‘Queen of Country’ Dolly Parton?
‘Queen of Country’ has died at 80 in Nashville, her family and representatives announced.
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general
Oil down as traders weigh US sanctions threat against Iran
Brent crude fell below US$90 a barrel, while US stocks rose as markets reacted positively to softer-than-expected sanctions and positive talks between Pakistan and Iran.
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science
Father of USS Lincoln sailor detained by ICE released from detention
Arrest of Luis Manuel Aviles, 48, sparked backlash as he was detained while his son, Joshua, was deployed in Middle East The father of a US navy sailor who has been deployed in the Middle East for a…
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politics
Seven killed in Gaza as Israeli strike ‘destroys’ aid supply warehouse
Health Ministry warns of 'complete collapse of the basic necessities of life' in Gaza as Israel's attacks continue.
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general
Expert witnesses challenge claim that Lindsay Clancy experienced psychosis
One more day of testimony expected as closing arguments set for Thursday and jury likely begins deliberations Friday One more day of rebuttal testimony was expected this week in the trial against…
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business
Trump says all mines cleared from Strait of Hormuz
Iran has closed the vital waterway since the beginning of the conflict causing wild fluctuations in oil prices worldwide.
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entertainment
A look back at Dolly Parton's legendary career
Dolly Parton's career spanned music, movies, entertainment, business ventures and more
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politics
US soldier who called for Trump impeachment facing military charges
Major Jason Watson faces charges under rarely-used military law prohibiting criticism of the US president.
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