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politics
Examining NYT report alleging top US Embassy aide in Jerusalem suppressed Israel cables - editorial
Such an allegation deserves scrutiny, as does the way a newspaper presents the evidence and the response of those it accuses.
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sports
From Ra’anana around the world and back: Edan Leshem takes a swing for Sharsheret - interview
“I feel it’s a great cause and that I really want to help,” Leshem said. “I’m just there to support the players and give them the best experience of the tournament.”
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general
Israelis remain stranded in Dubai as Israeli airlines cancel rescue flights
Despite reports of efforts to bring stranded Israelis home from the United Arab Emirates, Koster said she and the other members of her tour group still do not know how they will return to Israel.
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politics
Georgia Senate candidate says Israeli forces 'violated law of conflict' when asked about genocide
Asked whether Israel was guilty of genocide, Ossoff said the determination was a matter for the ICC, but added that "there is no doubt in my mind" that Israeli forces violated international law.
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politics
El-Sayed says Israel, Iran have both proven 'dangerous' to US in Michigan Senate debate
Abdul El-Sayed repeatedly declined to say whether Iran poses a greater threat to the United States than Israel, arguing that "both of them have proven dangerous in their own way."
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technology
Meta bans TikTok ads on its platforms in US
"We don't have to run ads from a competitor whose goal is to pull people off our apps," Meta said.
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business
‘We will not be sacrificed’: Pacific climate voices were clear and strong this week - and we’re listening
Hilary Wardhaugh/Getty Images Preparatory meetings for the United Nations’ annual climate summit are usually quiet affairs, focused on laying the political and technical groundwork for the main COP…
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politics
Man shot by ICE agent in New York City's Marble Hill, authorities says
A man was hospitalized after being shot by an ICE agent in New York City's Marble Hill neighborhood, according to the DHS and city officials.
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business
Nvidia-backed Aussie AI firm Firmus withdraws historic IPO, citing market volatility
Nvidia-backed Australian AI data center operator Firmus has withdrawn its planned IPO amid market volatility.
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politics
5 Key Moments From a Testy Maine Senate Debate
The second debate between Senator Susan Collins, a vulnerable Republican, and Troy Jackson, her Democratic challenger, quickly grew heated.
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sports
What makes an Olympic emblem memorable – and does Brisbane’s new design fit the bill?
James D. Morgan/Getty Images A cockatoo, a flame and a map all in a single symbol – now known as Brisbane 2032’s Olympic and Paralympic emblem. Is it saying too much, and who is it really speaking to…
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general
ICE Agent Shoots and Wounds Man in New York City
Federal officials said that they were attempting to detain an undocumented Dominican immigrant. Their statement did not indicate what might have prompted the shooting.
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technology
LAUSD data shows student fights and threats higher than 4 years ago
Student fights and threats are still significantly up compared to four years ago, according to LAUSD data.
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entertainment
Fort Hood attacker's execution by firing squad will be livestreamed, Pentagon says
The US Defence Secretary says the execution will be public, but a legal expert says the "unprecedented" decision is on "uncertain legal terrain".
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general
Former Greentown China head charged for taking bribes over stake in real estate project
Hong Kong’s corruption watchdog has charged the former head of a listed company for allegedly accepting HK$20 million (US$2.5 million) in bribes from a mainland Chinese property developer in exchange…
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general
Exclusive | Pranavi on golf's 'rich man's sport' tag: 'In reality, it really isn't'
Pranavi Urs, 1st Indian woman to win an individual Asian Games golf gold, wants to bring more attention to a sport she believes is still misunderstood in India. From the rise of women's golf…
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general
Mamdani says he was ‘proud to attend’ October 7 vigil where protesters called him a ‘traitor’
Mamdani was “proud to attend last night’s vigil, as I did last year, to listen to testimonies from family members of those who were killed on Oct. 7, and those who’ve been killed in the years since."
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politics
Hong Kong and Shenzhen confirm Huanggang Port to open on Monday
The revamped Huanggang border crossing between Hong Kong and Shenzhen will open on Monday, after both sides confirmed the facility was ready for service. Confirming an earlier South China Morning Post…
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politics
ICE agent shoots man in car with five-year-old child in New York: Mayor
Mayor Zohran Mamdani says agents fired at a car with a child inside; DHS says it was conducting enforcement activity.
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general
Philippines flags near-doubling of Chinese presence in disputed waters
China’s military and coast guard presence in South China Sea waters claimed by the Philippines nearly doubled last month, Manila said Thursday, the same day it reported a fresh standoff near a…
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entertainment
El-Sayed and Rogers toss insults in Michigan Senate debate
In Thursday's Michigan Senate debate, Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers sparred over the Iran war and cost-of-living issues — and flung insults across the stage in nearly every…
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business
After Firmus shelved the biggest ASX listing in 30 years, what does it say to investors about AI hype?
It was pitched to investors as “the biggest initial public offering (IPO) in a generation”. Firmus Technologies – a developer of artificial intelligence (AI) data centres – planned to raise A$7…
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politics
Ukraine, Europe, US to meet in Miami for talks on ending war
Officials from Ukraine, Europe and the US are meeting in Miami to discuss ways to break the deadlock in the war. The meeting comes as Russian strikes on Ukraine killed more than 70 people this week.
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general
Rubio dismisses Amnesty criticism over Iran war, calls organization ‘a fraud’
“If you’re asking me what I think, what Amnesty International thinks, you know what I think Amnesty International should be focused on? An Iranian regime," Rubio said.
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science
From bogong moths to Christmas beetles – how to slow down and spot more insects
A brightly-coloured Australian Christmas beetle on a gum leaf (pictured at the top of this article). Ken Griffiths/Getty Millions of people worldwide watched on as the Sydney Olympics came to a close…
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politics
Can China use its widening US yield gap to boost the yuan’s global role?
China should seize a window opened by the widening US-China yield gap to strengthen the financing, hedging and asset-absorption systems behind the yuan, turning its cyclical low-interest-rate…
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general
Europe sees fragmented pro-Palestinian protests on the three year anniversary of October 7
Pro-Palestinian rallies in France were dwarfed by mass protests against deteriorating school conditions, drawing hundreds of thousands to the streets and sparking thousands of arrests.
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politics
Video: Congress Leaders Slap Each Other During INDIA Bloc Protest Rally In Faridabad
The INDIA bloc march was planned in Old Faridabad from Chandi Wali Dharamshala to Pathwari Mandir under the leadership of Haryana Mahila Congress president.
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general
Storm Simon seen exploding into major hurricane before hitting Mexico
MEXICO CITY, Oct 8 - Tropical Storm Simon is forecast to rapidly strengthen into a major hurricane before striking Mexico's Pacific coast this weekend, threatening destructive winds, life-threatening…
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politics
U.S. East Asian envoy says investors are overpricing Taiwan conflict risk
Investors are overestimating the risk of conflict across the Taiwan Strait, a U.S. diplomat says, playing up deterrence to keep Beijing from taking the island.
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general
Sacred splashes: ancient Chinese ritual of ‘elephant washing’ for good fortune
In ancient China, royal families washed elephants to pray for good fortune – until one elephant went rogue and brought the tradition to an end. Elephants had been spotted and documented in China as…
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science
Russia says all clear after contact tracing in reported plague case
Russia has not confirmed plague, saying the woman had “community-acquired pneumonia”.
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business
Stock futures are little changed after OpenAI's revenue report prompts tech sector turmoil: Live updates
The Nasdaq Composite dropped more than 1% on Thursday, marking its biggest one-day loss since mid August.
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politics
New York mayor urges Trump to remove ICE after driver with child in car is shot
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Thursday he would ask US President Donald Trump to remove federal immigration agents from the city as tensions flared over the latest shooting involving ICE. The New…
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politics
Arlington County sues to block Trump arch after project gets key approval
Arlington County has filed a lawsuit to block President Trump’s proposed triumphal arch following the project's approval by the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts in April. The lawsuit opposed the…
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general
Meta bans TikTok ads on its platforms in US, Japan and other countries
The ban extends to Canada, Egypt, Indonesia, Japan, Thailand and Vietnam.
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sports
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s presence puts Sanju Samson under pressure
Ishan Kishan is returning to his hometown of Ranchi, ready to take on the West Indies in the second T20I. This match offers a golden opportunity for Kishan to demonstrate his skill and confidence. The…
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politics
Xi Jinping meets foreign leaders: tracker, September 2026
Chinese President Xi Jinping was busy travelling abroad last month. In September, he paid a historic state visit to the United States, his first to the country in more than a decade. He also made his…
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business
Firmus pulls biggest ASX float since Telstra amid investor doubt about datacentre company
The $11-a-share offer would have been the biggest debut on the stock market since the telecommunication giant in 1997 Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Firmus Technologies…
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general
Protesters stage 'I Am Jane Doe' rally in New York City against sexual violence
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general
Rs 1,500 to Rs 18 crore: The rise of Gond artist Jangarh Singh Shyam
In September 2026, a remarkable auction saw Jangarh Singh Shyam's art reach the astonishing price of ₹18 crore, reigniting public fascination with his work. Hailing from Madhya Pradesh, Shyam…
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politics
Saudi Says Riyadh Kindergarten Hit By Interception Debris Amid Houthi Attacks
Saudi Arabia leads a pro-government coalition fighting the Houthis in Yemen's civil war. The Iran-backed group has repeatedly targeted Riyadh since the conflict roared back to life in July, vowing to…
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politics
ICE agent shoots man in New York City
The Department of Homeland Security said ICE was arresting a "criminal illegal alien"; New York's mayor said early reports suggested a five-year-old child was in the car at the time.
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politics
UK PM Burnham's Labour fends off left-wing Greens in local election
LONDON, Oct 9 - Andy Burnham's Labour Party won an election for the parliamentary seat vacated by former leader Keir Starmer on Friday, fending off a strong challenge from the left-wing Green Party in…
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politics
Brazil’s Flavio Bolsonaro wins third-place candidate’s support against Lula
Brazil's right-wing presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro secured third-place finisher Augusto Cury's endorsement on Thursday, strengthening his position against incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva…
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politics
Singapore film festival rejects South Korean party’s calls to drop The Assassin(s)
The Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) is standing by its decision to screen South Korean political thriller The Assassin(s) as its opening film, despite calls from South Korea’s…
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general
Houthis claim attack on Riyadh airport as airlines suspend flights to Saudi capital
Saudi Arabia has not commented on claims, but confirmed three killed in airport strikes earlier this week Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis say they have struck Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh airport with a…
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entertainment
New stage adaptation of A Room with a View is shimmering, irrepressible joy
Brett Boardman/Belvoir E.M. Forster’s 1908 novel, A Room with a View, follows the journey of a young Englishwoman, Lucy Honeychurch, as she navigates her way through the strictures of Edwardian…
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politics
Indigenous cultural burn near Osoyoos revives traditional fire stewardship
Smoke rising over the grasslands west of Osoyoos this week is part of a carefully planned burn aimed at doing more than reducing wildfire risk.
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general
France pledges more teachers after school students vow no let-up
High school students across France are complaining of absent teachers, overloaded timetables, dilapidated classrooms and buildings that cannot cope with rising temperatures.
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business
Second Maine Senate debate takes testy turn: 3 takeaways
Republican Sen. Susan Collins and Democrat Troy Jackson squared off Thursday in the second Maine Senate debate of the week, sparring over the Iran war and high prices as their battleground race…
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general
27 people, groups named finalists for 14th Spirit of Hong Kong Awards
Twenty-seven individuals and groups have been named finalists for the 14th Spirit of Hong Kong Awards, which recognises the unsung heroes of the city who have made major contributions to society. This…
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business
How affordability crisis impacts Americans' everyday lives – and how some are dealing with it
Trade wars, tariffs and the Iran conflict are hiking up costs for the everyday American. "CBS Evening News" takes a look at how it's impacting farmers, business owners and others around the country.
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general
Putin offers help to Iran to end Middle East war ahead of summit
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general
The mixed fortunes of Australia's last South African touring party
Some players from Australia's last Test tour of South Africa saw their careers skyrocket, while others couldn't recapture the same heights. Here is a look at what came of each member of the 2018…
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sports
LAPD dog shootings raise questions about police tactics, best practice
CBS California Investigates looked at the LAPD's Use of Force reports over the past 10 years and found the LAPD had 19 cases in which officers shot at dogs in 2016. So far in 2026, there have been…
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politics
Zamir says return to war with Iran may postpone Israel election as Pentagon prepares plans - report
Three US aircraft carriers will soon be in the Middle East, the New York Times said, adding that the Pentagon had developed plan for a three-day campaign against Iran.
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politics
Trump urges Minnesotans to ‘fight back’ against Somali immigrants
President Donald Trump on Thursday continued his long-running attacks on Somalis by urging Minnesotans to “fight back” against the Somali community in the state.
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science
Christa Pike has 'profound' health turnaround after botched execution, lawyers say
Pike's lawyers say her recovery is "remarkable" as they give an update on her condition after she survived an execution attempt by lethal injection.
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politics
'This is emergency': 10,000 detained ahead of Delhi's Jantar Mantar stir, says CJP
The Cockroach Janta Party's planned protest in Delhi has faced significant opposition, leading to numerous detentions across the country. Over 10,000 individuals, including students, were detained…
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science
Christa Pike case underscores prevalence of botched executions in US
Experts say methods such as lethal injection promise a more humane form of execution but are frequently marred by mishap
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politics
Labour fends off Green party to win Holborn and St Pancras byelection
Victory by Sagal Abdi-Wali in north London seat will be a relief for Andy Burnham in high-stakes battle for the left of British politics Labour has won the Holborn and St Pancras byelection in a…
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politics
Plans for Sydney’s controversial new public square in doubt after NSW government intervention
State planning minister declares project ‘state significant’, wresting approval process away from local council Plans for a grand new public square in the centre of Sydney are in doubt after the New…
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politics
Michigan Senate debate goes off the rails: 4 takeaways
Republican Mike Rogers and Democrat Abdul El-Sayed's first Senate debate in Michigan turned so contentious it even extended off camera. "In 30 years of doing debates, I've never seen it continue…
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politics
Key takeaways from US Senate debate in Michigan between El-Sayed, Rogers
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers are locked in a toss-up race for the US Senate.
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general
Hong Kong police to launch international academy, reveal details of new degree
Hong Kong’s police have revealed they will launch an academy offering specialised courses for overseas officers and shared new details about the force’s bachelor’s degree programme, with classes…
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general
Rare Chinese calligraphy scroll resurfaces after 81 years, sells for US$22.6 million
A rare work of Chinese calligraphy long presumed destroyed in the chaos of 1945 only to resurface 81 years later, fetched HK$177.45 million (US$22.6 million) in Hong Kong on Wednesday. The work called…
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general
Trump rules out new Iran attack before US midterm elections
Polls suggest that US voters are strongly dissatisfied over rising fuel prices, linked to the conflict launched by the United States and Israel against Iran in February.
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politics
Key Moments From the Georgia Senate Debate Beween Ossoff and Collins
Senator Jon Ossoff, a Democrat, called his Republican opponent, Representative Mike Collins, a bigot. Mr. Collins called the incumbent a radical “trust-fund kid.”
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business
NZX-listed company to import therapeutic MDMA
MDMA, also known as "molly" or "ecstasy" when used recreationally, can be used in a medical setting to treat PTSD.
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politics
India’s ‘Cockroach’ party accuses government of mass detention of members ahead of weekend protest
Thousands expected to march in Delhi on Saturday, as anger mounts over controversial changes to voter lists in world’s largest democracy India’s Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), which began as a satirical…
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sports
Yakemchuk scores winner as Sens edge Flyers 2-1
Carter Yakemchuk's first goal of the season was the game-winner in the Ottawa Senators' 2-1 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday night.
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sports
Winnipeg Blue Bombers QB Zach Collaros intends to play on Saturday
The Bombers have listed Collaros has questionable for Saturday, but he said he intends to play in their biggest game of the season.
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general
ICE agent shoots man in New York City with five-year-old reportedly in car
Police say man taken to hospital and mayor says child physically unharmed as he condemns ‘unconscionable’ act A US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent shot and injured a man in New York…
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general
Shin Bet uncovers Bedouin terror cell plotting attacks on police station, Beersheba bus station
The Shin Bet statement further detailed an attack that was planned on a Beersheba nightclub that was uncovered following the arrest and interrogation of Israeli citizen Abdullah Jarjawi.
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politics
US envoy Huckabee's senior advisor allegedly skewed West Bank reports to favor Israel- NYT
The NYT report accuses Milstein of enabling an alleged annexation effort of the West Bank by assisting in the acceleration of Israeli settlements in the region by suppressing negative reports.
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entertainment
WATCH: Mia Goth, Nana Patekar, Halle Berry's daughter: Here's what's trending
ABC News' Rocsi Diaz takes a look at what's trending, including Goth filing for divorce from Shia LaBeouf, and Indian cinema losing a giant.
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general
Russia says all clear after contact tracing in reported plague case
Russia has not confirmed that the woman died of plague, saying she had "community-acquired pneumonia" instead.
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entertainment
What Man City charges anger Liverpool before Premier League game?
Clubs reportedly want reimbursements after Man City charges - one of those, Liverpool, are first opponent in fallout.
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science
USS Lincoln docks in San Diego Bay following scrutinized 322-day deployment
Families of crewmembers arrived hours ahead of the carrier’s return after reported suicide attempts, dwindling supplies and harsh conditions became synonymous with its deployment.
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general
Playoffs on the line as Lions host Redblacks
The B.C. Lions and Ottawa Redblacks have had very different seasons.
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general
Hegseth says execution of Fort Hood shooter will be a public event
Officials clarified execution by firing squad of Nidal Hasan, army psychiatrist who killed 13 people, will be livestreamed Pete Hegseth has said the execution of Nidal Hasan, the former army…
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entertainment
Oscar-winning Russian filmmaker says parents quietly support his work
Pavel Talankin, the Russian documentary filmmaker and the creator of the Oscar-winning film “Mr. Nobody vs. Putin” told VOA’s Russian Service that parents and teachers have privately thanked him for…
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business
NFL urges Supreme Court to look at prediction markets
Presented by PolitiSizeIT {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy PRESENTED BY The Big Story NFL asks Supreme Court to rule on prediction markets The NFL urged the Supreme Court on Thursday to…
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general
Sailors aboard USS Lincoln reunite with loved ones after months at sea
The USS Abraham Lincoln returned home to San Diego on Thursday after a more than 10-month deployment that took it to the Middle East. CBS News national security contributor Joe Zacks joins "The…
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politics
Hong Kong rejects US downgrade to lowest tier in human trafficking report
The United States has downgraded Hong Kong to the lowest tier in its annual human trafficking report, citing shortcomings in prosecutions and victim identification, an assessment the city’s government…
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entertainment
Trump awards Musk and other tech titans National Medals of Science
President Donald Trump joined some of America’s most powerful tech leaders Thursday at a summit the White House billed as the start of a “golden age” of American science.
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politics
Hegseth says Fort Hood shooter's execution will be made public
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the public will be able to watch the firing-squad execution of Nidal Hasan, the ex-Army major who was convicted of killing 13 people at Fort Hood in 2009.
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general
Donor claims Kimberly Guilfoyle pushed him to wire $100,000 for Trump administration access
A businessman who claims U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle asked him to wire her $100,000 says he's sure it was "pay to play." CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang…
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politics
Democratic senator says Hegseth trying to hide costs of Iran war from US public
Chris Murphy says Pentagon blocked him from military base in Qatar and Iran strike on US embassy in Riyadh far worse than public led to believe The US senator Chris Murphy said the Pentagon blocked…
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politics
Vance suspends Microsoft from a green card program to crack down on alleged fraud
Vance singled out Microsoft, accusing the company of fraud.
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politics
DOJ trying to indict former Mark Meadows aide Cassidy Hutchinson
Hutchinson, a former aide to White House chief of staff Mark Meadows, drew the ire of Trump's base when she testified in 2022 before the House Jan. 6 committee about Trump's actions that day.
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general
Minnesota demands answers in Medicaid fraud fight with Trump
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Healthcare Healthcare The Big Story Minnesota demands answers in Medicaid fraud fight with Trump The Trump administration is escalating its Medicaid fraud…
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politics
A looming Social Security debate: From the Politics Desk
Welcome to From the Politics Desk, a daily newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the campaign trail.
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politics
Johnson floats return to Louisiana if GOP loses majority in midterms
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) floated the idea of returning home to Louisiana if Republicans lose control of the House next year. “Heaven forbid, if we lose this majority or whatever, I don't know what…
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technology
Pentagon unveils US$350 million quantum computing push as China rivalry grows
The Pentagon announced on Thursday a new multimillion-dollar initiative for “maintaining American leadership” in quantum computing capabilities amid accelerating competition between the US and China…
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general
National security must not kill Philippines-China academic ties
Educational and cultural exchanges have become a new casualty of rising tensions between the Philippines and China. About 150 Chinese teachers have left the Philippines months after Defence Secretary…
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general
Spain’s Protesters See ‘Madness’ of Rising Rent and a ‘Martyr’ in Maricarmen
Thousands of protesters marched in Madrid on Thursday, a day after the death of María del Carmen Abascal, an 87-year-old whose eviction became a symbol of the country’s housing crisis.
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business
Tiaki Wai spends $150m on 'dreadful' Seaview stench
The water agency is warning of more odour over the next two weeks during works for its major, years'-long project replacing sludge dryers at the Seaview Wastewater Treatment Plant.
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entertainment
Zach Bryan bought $18m Tennessee estate on 146 acres with recording studio
Earlier this year, Zach Bryan made headlines by purchasing a sprawling estate in Leiper's Fork, Tennessee, valued at $18.25 million. This stunning property boasts nearly 40 acres of breathtaking views…
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