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science
Cindy Crawford's son Presley Gerber dies at 27
Presley Gerber, the son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died at 27 years old, according to a report from the Los Angeles Medical Examiner.
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general
Pakistan braces for protests as govt warns of $400 million daily loss
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entertainment
Suspected landmine blast injures South Korean soldiers in DMZ
Three people, including South Korean soldiers, were injured in a suspected mine blast inside the demilitarised zone (DMZ), South Korea’s Yonhap News TV reported on Monday. The DMZ, which has divided…
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science
'A full-body experience': Life amongst plants at Allan Herbarium
Inside Lincoln’s Allan Herbarium lies a vault of more than 800,000 dried plants - a living history of Aotearoa’s flora.
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politics
US: Man wounded in Texas after being shot by ICE agent
An ICE agent shot and wounded a man in Austin, Texas. The city's mayor has called for an independent investigation into the shooting.
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general
Beau Lamarre-Condon developed ‘obsession’ with Jesse Baird before fatal double shooting, court hears
The 31-year-old former police officer has pleaded not guilty to two counts of murder as his trial begins in Sydney’s supreme court A former police officer allegedly developed an “infatuation and…
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sports
NFL legend's 5-cow hobby farm grows to 4,100 acres with Wagyu herd
After hanging up his football jersey in 2018, former NFL star Joe Thomas took a new path in life as a cattle farmer in Wisconsin. His venture, Hall of Fame Farms, has flourished, now specializing in…
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general
Singapore nets US$862,000 from first auction in money laundering case
A fierce 30-minute bidding war for a rare Louis Vuitton x Yayoi Kusama pumpkin bag – seized in Singapore’s S$3 billion (US$2.35 billion) money laundering case – sent its final price soaring on Sunday…
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technology
Stock futures rise slightly after Dow posts third straight losing week: Live updates
Wall Street is coming off a mixed week for the major averages.
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politics
Tafoya blames Kristi Noem, Minnesota leadership for ICE rollout
Minnesota Republican Senate candidate Michele Taforya on Sunday slammed her state’s leadership as well as former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem over the Immigration and Customs Enforcement…
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politics
ICE agent shoots and wounds man in Austin, Texas
The lawyer for the man identified him as a 28-year-old Venezuelan national, Wilber Rafael Garces Perez. Officials said he was shot at least once in the torso and was in serious but stable condition.
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general
Australia warns of risks from ageing population, falling birth rates
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sports
NRL: Eden Park boss urges tougher action on unruly sports fans after Warriors' loss
Eden Park stadium boss Nick Sautner wants fines and lengthy venue bans after bottles, cans and rubbish were thrown towards officials following the Warriors’ loss.
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general
Japan asks for US$43 million to weed out cherry tree-devouring longhorn beetle
Japan’s Environment Ministry is stepping up measures against longhorn beetles that are devouring cherry trees, with a request for 6.7 billion yen (US$43 million) to counter invasive species in the…
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politics
Haiti extradites 18 suspects in assassination of president to US
The suspects were flown to Miami to stand trial over the murder of Haitian President Jovenel Moise five years ago.
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business
Intergenerational Report says AI will be ‘a defining influence’ on Australia’s economy over next 40 years
Artificial intelligence (AI) will be “a defining influence” on Australia’s economy over the next 40 years, according to the Intergenerational Report (IGR) released by Treasurer Jim Chalmers on Monday…
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politics
Trump Gets Caught in a Dilemma Over a Saudi Plea for Military Help
The president vacillated but decided on Sunday not to join Saudi Arabia, for now, in joint strikes against the Houthis in Yemen. But he also needs the kingdom’s cooperation in his war against Iran.
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general
Olympiad: Pragg outwits Dutch No. 1 Anish Giri for first win; sister Vaishali loses
At the 2026 Chess Olympiad, R Praggnanandhaa secured his first win by outplaying Dutch No. 1 Anish Giri in a tense Ruy Lopez, helping India beat the Netherlands 3-1. Gukesh also won, while Erigaisi…
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general
Stray Dog Pounces On 2-Year-Old In Delhi, Knocks Him Down, Bites
The dog has not yet been caught.
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general
After Pursuit, ICE Agent Shoots Venezuelan Immigrant in Austin
The shooting in the Texas capital is the latest by federal immigration agents as the Trump administration intensifies its deportation efforts.
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general
ICE Agent Shoots And Wounds Venezuelan Immigrant In Texas, US Officials Say
The man was in serious but stable condition at a hospital after being shot once in the torso on the capital city's north side, Austin officials said at a news conference.
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general
Delhi Teen Stabbed To Death After Row Over Calling Friend "Papa"
The motive behind the escalation of the argument and the circumstances in which the knife was used are being investigated.
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business
Australia in the 2060s: an optimistic outlook dominates budget forecasts in the Intergenerational Report
This year’s Intergenerational Report (IGR) highlights AI, population ageing and geopolitical fragmentation. It is a tribute to optimistic forecasts. Things will turn out for the best if artificial…
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politics
More Australians will be dying than being born in 40 years as major report predicts future of lower growth
Seventh intergenerational report also outlines how Australia is at cusp of an uncertain age of artificial intelligence Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our new political…
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entertainment
Watch: Dramatic moment a cargo ship crashes into another vessel
Verified footage appears to show a cargo ship colliding with a fishing boat near Singapore, with investigators still working to establish exactly when and how the crash happened.
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general
'Peace Our First Priority': Zelensky Says He'll Meet Trump In New York
Zelensky thanked Trump for a visit to Kyiv by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. He said the visit had allowed detailed discussions and given the two Americans a direct view of conditions in Ukraine.
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general
3 stray mongrels captured after cyclist dies in suspected dog attack
Hong Kong authorities have captured three stray mongrels near a road in Yuen Long after a female cyclist was suspected of having died in a fatal dog attack in the area. The Agriculture, Fisheries and…
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entertainment
Police allege mother stabbed three children in Blue Mountains leaving one child dead
Bystanders found all four on the side of the road at Valley Heights on Sunday with stabbing injuries Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or…
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general
Mumbai student alleges home search after pro-Palestine campaign
A student claims police searched her home for nine hours without a warrant. She alleges her friends were mistreated and she faced detention. The search reportedly linked to a pro-Palestine kite-flying…
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politics
AfD tops another German state poll, Merz’s CDU crashes to historic low
Germany's AfD party has won the state election in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, delivering a major blow to Chancellor Merz's Christian Democratic Union. This outcome underscores growing voter…
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politics
F-35 parts diversion to Hong Kong under probe in US Congress
A shipment of F-35 parts bound for the US for repairs was rerouted from Australia to Hong Kong.
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politics
Macron Backs Canada As EU Associate Member Amid US Tensions
Macron's endorsement comes days after European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed making Canada the EU's first associate member.
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business
Oil falls as crude flows remain 'surprisingly strong'
Oil fell Monday, as traders keep watch for a recovery in shipments from Saudi Arabia, even as Mideast tensions continue to escalate.
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entertainment
John Farnham tribute: Céline Dion, Chris Martin and Hugh Jackman honour ‘living legend’ at livestreamed concert
Though the man of the hour is unable to attend, fans flock to Rod Laver Arena and cinemas nationwide to celebrate the songs of an Australian icon At a Sydney shopping centre on a balmy Sunday evening…
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general
Chinese woman in her 70s wakes up in coffin before dying for good 2 days later
A woman in her 70s in northern China briefly exhibited signs of life after being placed in a coffin, but ultimately died two days later. The woman, from Hebei province, had been suffering from…
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general
Facebook, Instagram down for thousands of users, Downdetector says
In Singapore, more than half the complaints for each social media platform were for problems with their websites.
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technology
As the US weighs restrictions on cloud computing, how will China’s AI sector adapt?
When Chinese artificial intelligence developers want to train their next-generation frontier models, they all face the same daunting wall: they cannot legally buy the world’s most powerful AI chips…
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general
Facebook and Instagram hit by global outage, some users in Singapore affected
Most of the users reported issues accessing the platforms’ websites, according to outage tracker Downdetector.
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politics
Majority of voters say Trump’s policies worsened the economy: Poll
Most voters believe that President Trump’s policies have weakened the economy, according to a new poll. In the NBC News poll, 55 percent said that economic conditions have been worsened by Trump’s…
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science
Patrick Clancy talks about grief, forgiveness and the future with ‘60 Minutes’ after Lindsay Clancy mistrial
In his first interview since his ex-wife’s trial, Patrick Clancy opened up about his grief at losing his three children and said that he tried his best before the tragic killings in Massachusetts.
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science
From Mumbai to Perth and beyond, Neha Kale considers, art, colonialism and ideas of home
New South Publishing Neha Kale’s A Foreign Return: On Art and Inhabitation seamlessly entwines memoir with art criticism. It’s a long consideration of art, colonisation, nostalgia and the places we…
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general
Australia to seek UN security council seat from 2029
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science
60 Minutes Transcript: Patrick Clancy
Patrick Clancy speaks about his ex-wife Lindsay's trial, his grief and moving forward while facing intense public scrutiny.
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politics
Pacific news in brief for 21 September
A round-up of news from around the region, including Vanuatu considering linking marine weather warnings to permissions for allowing varioius categories of vessels.
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general
Iran rules out reopening Strait of Hormuz, returning to US talks until conditions met
Iran remains steadfast in its decision to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed and discontinue negotiations until its stipulations are satisfied. Tehran has communicated its demands to Washington via…
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science
Trump seeks to further tighten grip on biomedical research: US media
Since returning to power, Trump has drastically cut federal funding for research, particularly in biomedicine.
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politics
NRL set to act over 'embarrassing' referee abuse
The NRL is threatening to ban spectators who threw projectiles at referee Ashley Klein, with the league's integrity unit investigating the aftermath of Sunday's semifinal in Auckland.
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politics
Iran closes language center in Tehran, France vows response
In response to the Iranian authorities' decision to close a French language center affiliated with its embassy in Tehran, France vowed to take appropriate measures.
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politics
Trump administration readies sweeping sanctions against ICC, reports say
Measures targeting the court itself could disrupt payments, IT services and investigations.
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sports
They entered the season as Super Bowl hopefuls. Now the odds are against them.
The Los Angeles and Houston Texans -- who entered as Super Bowl contenders -- will face an uphill climb to simply make the playoffs after starting the season 0-2.
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politics
Macron and Carney announce closer France-Canada ties amid Trump tensions
Two leaders meet in French territory off Canada as Ottawa seeks stronger relations with EU while fighting trade war with US The leaders of France and Canada have pledged closer ties to grapple with…
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technology
AI alert system over national security concerns being discussed between US, China
The two sides discussed a system to check AI incidents that involved national security.
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business
Mainland China’s stock exchanges mount charm offensive amid Hong Kong IPO boom
Mainland China’s stock exchanges have stepped up lobbying of companies and regulators to prioritise domestic listings after Hong Kong stole their thunder in fundraising activities in recent years…
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science
Westland mayor hopeful as lake searched for plane lost in 1978
The Piper Cherokee aircraft disappeared during a scenic charter flight from Dunedin to Queenstown, with seven on board.
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technology
South Korea steps up to plug Europe’s jet fuel deficit
Europe faces a fourth-quarter jet fuel deficit, even as it turns to far-flung suppliers including South Korea, which is set to boost its jet exports to Europe to a four-year high in September…
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technology
US seeks 'AI dialogue' with China as officials set stage for Trump-Xi summit
US and Chinese officials discussed creating a communication channel for AI concerns ahead of a planned summit between the two countries’ leaders on Thursday.
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politics
The Sahel and the UN: a smaller footprint, a different role
As UNGA 81 begins, the UN faces a changing Sahel demanding greater sovereignty.
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politics
ICE agent shoots and injures man in Austin, officials say
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer shot and wounded a man in Austin on Sunday, according to local officials. “ICE shot a man in Austin today. I’m demanding transparency…
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politics
Labor and Albanese slump to new lows in Newspoll, but Labor improves in a DemosAU poll
Labor’s primary vote in Newspoll was down two points to 27%, their worst Newspoll since 2012 and just one point above their record low. Anthony Albanese’s net approval slumped six points to a new low…
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entertainment
Flying Fijians coaching decision looms after Japan defeat
Flying Fijians interim head coach Senirusi Seruvakula may have coached his last match in the role.
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general
The Papers: 'Russia to test Nato pact' and 'Labour eye tax raid'
Potential threats from Russia to Nato and speculation over Labour's tax plans ahead of the Budget lead Monday's papers.
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technology
Nvidia boss rejects AI extinction fears as 'doomsday narratives'
Jensen Huang's comments come after warnings from AI researchers that the technology could lead to human extinction.
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politics
Ethiopian armed groups forge alliance against government
Former adversaries say they will settle differences as fears grow of expanding war in Ethiopia.
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technology
Chinese AI chipmaker Hygon plots expansion from data centres to robotics
Chinese chipmaker Hygon Information Technology is set to release a new chip targeting physical-world applications including robotics, expanding from its current focus on data centres, according to…
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politics
Russia's elections had few surprises - but how the Kremlin uses the results is far from clear
Vladimir Putin will likely use the result to claim most Russians back the so-called special military operation in Ukraine, writes the BBC's Steve Rosenberg.
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technology
Patrick Clancy opens up about grief, his children and moving forward
In the first interview since his ex-wife's murder trial, Patrick Clancy describes what happened at home before his children were killed and how he handled his grief in the aftermath.
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general
Iran war live: Tehran warns US against new strikes; fighting rages in Yemen
Tehran says it has learned the US may be planning a new round of strikes, warns of retaliation 'without limitations'.
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general
Nearly 50% rise in drug seizures by Hong Kong customs in first half of year
Hong Kong customs recorded a nearly 50 per cent year-on-year rise in drug seizures during the first half of 2026, driven by notable increases in smuggling activities via air and sea routes. The…
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general
Upgraded but underperforming: Philippines’ growth lags behind
The Philippines’ rise to upper-middle-income status was supposed to mark a new phase for one of Southeast Asia’s most closely watched emerging economies. Instead, analysts say the milestone has done…
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business
Chinese province urges firms to seize the day as Xi-Trump meeting provides trade stability
As final preparations are being made for President Xi Jinping’s trip to Washington this month, one export-oriented Chinese province has urged businesses to “grasp the window” of relative stability in…
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politics
ICE officer shoots and wounds man in Austin, Texas, officials say
An immigration attorney representing the man’s family identifies him as Wilber Rafael Garces Perez, a Venezuelan.
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politics
Alberta to vote on whether to stay a part of Canada
The Canadian province of Alberta, a major supplier of oil and natural gas to the U.S., will vote next month on a possible referendum that could break up the country. Ian Lee reports from Raymond…
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science
Man hospitalized after ICE-involved shooting in Austin, officials say
A man was shot and injured in an Immigration and Customs Enforcement incident in Austin, Texas, on Sunday, according to officials.
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general
While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, Sept 21, 2026
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general
Federal immigration agent shoots and injures man in Austin, Texas
The person shot is in serious but stable condition, Austin Mayor Kirk Watson said in a press conference.
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politics
Abdul El-Sayed, a Democrat, Has an Unlikely Defender: Tucker Carlson
Mr. Carlson, the far-right podcaster, has promoted Abdul El-Sayed’s comments and sharply criticized his Republican rival in Michigan. Strategists are scratching their heads.
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general
ICE officer shoots man in Austin, Texas, officials say
One person has been hospitalized after an ICE agent-involved shooting occurred in Austin, Texas, on Sunday afternoon, officials said.
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business
Australia news live: former Murdoch executive named New York consul general; Albanese launches bid for UN security council seat
Follow the day’s news live Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast New diplomatic postings for Cairo, Port Moresby and Dili Foreign minister Penny Wong announced the appointments…
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general
On a Dot of France Off Canada, Carney and Macron Promote Shared Values
The leaders of Canada and France met just after the European Union invited Canada to become its first “associate member.”
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general
Pacific island states are trapped in Cold War 2.0
In early July, China fired a test missile from a nuclear submarine into the South Pacific for the first time, a weapon capable of carrying nuclear warheads. Washington and Canberra were livid. The…
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business
Canada, France agree to closer ties in defense, economy
Amid strained relations with the US, French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced closer economic and defense ties.
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general
France vows response after Iran closes language centre in Tehran
UNITED NATIONS, Sept 20 - France will summon Iran's ambassador and take appropriate measures in response after Iranian authorities sealed a French language centre affiliated with its embassy in…
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politics
Pepper spray confrontation at AMC reignites frustration over phone use in theaters
A man arrested for allegedly pepper-spraying a cellphone user at a movie theater has emerged as a controversial figure among moviegoers, with some branding him a “hero” and others condemning the act.
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politics
Trump administration prepares sanctions against International Criminal Court, sources say
Washington has imposed sanctions on ICC judges and prosecutors but has so far held off from imposing sanctions on the court itself.
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politics
German state elections deal a blow to Chancellor Friedrich Merz
Elections in Berlin and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania have dealt the CDU a historic defeat while the AfD saw a massive gain. The pressure on Germany's unpopular chancellor is mounting.
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politics
Far-left party wins Berlin election, pledging to nationalise housing
BERLIN, Sept 20 - The far-left Left Party's victory in the Berlin state election on Sunday was overshadowed by the continuing advance of the far-right in eastern Germany but it marked another defeat…
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general
Man, 82, dies after beach fight with 76-year-old over sunlounger in Greece
One eyewitness said the scene was so chaotic that screaming could be heard from the other end of the beach.
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sports
Smith wins World Series of Darts Finals as Littler run ends
England's Ross Smith shocks Wales' Gerwyn Price to win World Series of Darts Finals as Luke Littler's clean-sweep dream ends in last eight in Amsterdam.
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politics
Kerry-Lynne Findlay resigns as BC Conservatives leader
Kerry-Lynne Findlay's resignation as leader comes just hours after Surrey-Serpentine River MLA Linda Hepner said she was resigning from caucus.
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general
Delhi high court gets 7 new judges
Among 14 Appointed To 4 High Courts
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politics
Trump says his planned arch would become a 'military complex' able to host drones and snipers
It is another example of how Trump is insisting that his initiatives to beautify the White House and the city also serve a defensive purpose.
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business
Nobody pays for FOSS, we can force them to
Article URL: https://seldo.com/posts/nobody-pays-for-open-source-we-can-force-them-to/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49780064 Points: 27 # Comments: 11
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general
Trump wants to use Washington arch as military complex for drones and snipers
Donald Trump says the planned 76-metre arch near Washington doubles as a military complex with drones and snipers, though he gives no specific threat.
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politics
Qatar PM urges Gulf security framework with Iran
Qatar’s PM says, the Gulf won't be the same unless there's a framework ensuring no one is a threat to each other.
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technology
AI fears burst onto Trump-Xi agenda, but challenges abound
Apocalyptic warnings about the danger of uncontrolled artificial intelligence are adding new urgency to talks between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping set for next week. Trump has…
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politics
Argentina’s Left stages ‘March of Anger’ over Milei’s austerity measures
Thousands of protesters took to the streets of Buenos Aires for the ‘March of Anger’.
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science
Should schools ban students from doing cartwheels?
When considering cartwheel restrictions, schools should ask whether children are losing an important way to be active, writes Brendon Hyndman.
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entertainment
No Dogs in Space is back to feed your need for obsessive music history
In August, I wrote about my love of the music history podcast No Dogs in Space, but mourned the fact that there hadn't been a new episode in over two years. Little did I know that hosts Carolina…
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general
UK's Burnham congratulates Denmark on US-Greenland deal
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politics
'There is diplomatic momentum': Ukraine's Zelenskyy says he spoke with Trump
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Sunday he had spoken with President Donald Trump and that the two had agreed to meet in New York.
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