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politics
Diaspora Minister Chikli seeks entry bans for UK activists from pro-BDS, anti-Israel orgs.
Among the organizations whose representatives the ministry recommended be barred from entering are Islamic Relief Worldwide, Oxfam, Save the Children, and Palestine Solidarity Campaign.
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Asserting control in Syria: Netanyahu pledges the defeat of Iran, defense of border from proxies
"We will not allow any terror army to establish itself on our border, and this is one of the monumental achievements we have secured in the War of Revival."
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politics
Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia is a test of new Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan pact - analysis
Now there are questions about whether Pakistan or Turkey will respond to the Houthi attacks. Both Pakistan and Turkey have been wary of any conflict with Iran.
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general
IAEA board draws a line under past Syrian nuclear activities, says outstanding questions resolved
In a confidential report to member states last week, the IAEA said it had resolved all its questions on the outstanding issues regarding Syria that it had originally reported to the board.
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Palestinians increasingly favoring ‘peaceful negotiations’ over ‘armed resistance’ - poll
More than half of Palestinians (55.8%) now view peaceful negotiations as the best way to achieve their national goals, a significant increase from 2023, when only 28% said the same.
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Middle East on brink of World War III, warns Iranian lawmaker among escalating tensions - report
While Iran has flirted with reconciliation with the US at times, it has also sought to position itself alongside countries that want a new world order.
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sports
Toronto surpasses record for lithium-ion battery fires with 97 so far this year
Capt. Deepak Chagger said the service has dealt with 97 lithium-ion battery incidents so far this year. By the end of last year, 91 lithium-ion fires were logged.
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general
Missouri Supreme Court Sets Contempt Hearing in Fight Over House Map
Amid conflicting rulings, Missouri’s highest court ordered the secretary of state to respond to claims that he violated an order on redistricting.
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business
Apple event live updates: First foldable iPhone, new watch series expected as Ternus makes debut
Follow Apple’s Sept. 9 event live for new product announcements, prices, release dates and the company’s first launch under CEO John Ternus.
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business
Treasury Department to buy back up to $6 billion in longer-term debt, triple the normal level
The much-anticipated announcement triples the normal buyback operation and follows an announcement from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
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politics
National Guardsman in D.C. as part of Trump crackdown on crime charged after pointing gun at colleague
Zion Mitchell, 21, was arrested earlier this month and faces firearms and assault charges after he admitted he pointed his gun at a fellow National Guard member.
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politics
Trump center stage at RNC in midterms gamble – US politics live
President to give speeches on both days of unprecedented gathering Republicans look to ‘midterm convention’ to overcome Trump unpopularity Sign up for US Breaking News email Stefany Shaheen, the…
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entertainment
Grateful Dead Gathering brings mini-Woodstock to Arava oasis for three-day festival
A mini-Woodstock event is slated for September 17-19 in the Arava as a gathering for the Grateful Dead to hit the desert.
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general
Nigeria names new commander to lead military operations against Boko Haram
ABUJA, Sept 9 - Nigeria has appointed a new commander to lead military operations against Boko Haram and its Islamic State-backed splinter faction in the northeast, replacing the head of the operation…
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politics
Netanyahu calls claim he was warned of Oct. 7 attack "malicious libel"
Israel's leader says a report claiming the UAE warned him in advance of Hamas' 2023 terror attack is politically motivated lies, but it's fueling fierce pre-election furor.
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business
Tech had a rough summer. Where these investors see opportunities ahead
The QQQ ETF is flat since Memorial Day, while the VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) and the Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF (MAGS) are down slightly in that time.
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sports
Elks return home chasing sweep versus Stampeders
Vernon Adams Jr. and the Calgary Stampeders don't have time to lament their Labour Day loss to the Edmonton Elks.
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general
First responder remembers 9/11 victims with birthday flowers
Volunteers in New York City commemorate the birthdays of 9/11 victims with flowers. CBS News' Jarred Hill has more on this story.
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general
Why oil prices are surging right now
Oil prices are up to over $100 a barrel as the war in Iran heats up and tensions simmer over Ukraine. The Wall Street Journal reporter David Uberti has more context.
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politics
Texas Republican in race for key House seat under fire for derogatory comments
Brandon Herrera of state’s 23rd congressional district calls insults against women and unhoused people ‘jokes’ A Republican candidate for a key congressional district in Texas has come under scrutiny…
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politics
Planet Labs' Open Satellite Feed
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business
As the UK sanctions Israeli settlements, is the two-state solution dead?
Analysts say UK move far from enough to drive momentum for Palestinian statehood.
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sports
Former Canadiens winger, four-time Stanley Cup champion André Pronovost dead at 90
Former Montreal Canadiens winger André Pronovost, who won four straight Stanley Cups with the Habs, has died at 90.
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politics
Iran tightens social control with crackdown on cafes
Authorities are keeping a close eye on cafes, fearing they could play a role in fostering anti-government sentiment.
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business
Jerusalem Daily: Israel retaliates over sanctions on illegal settlements
A diplomatic rift grows between the UK and Israel after Britain led a ban on trade with illegal Israeli settlements
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sports
LA Rams President Kevin Demoff touts Australia push ahead of historic NFL game
The Rams spent five years building their brand in Australia. This week, Los Angeles will face San Francisco in the NFL’s first regular-season game Down Under.
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general
Ford: Duffy criticism over deals with China 'wrongheaded attempt to capture headlines'
Ford Motor Company on Tuesday accused Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy of spreading inaccurate information to drum up public scrutiny after Duffy criticized the automaker's business ties with…
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politics
Republicans kick off ‘midterm convention’ to overcome Trump unpopularity
Republicans plan to center the US president at the two-day event, while slamming Democrats as socialists Republicans will gather in Texas on Wednesday for a rare “midterm convention”, as they attempt…
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politics
Live updates: GOP candidates join Trump at Dallas midterm convention
Administration officials, Republican candidates and party leaders will join President Trump in Dallas on Wednesday for the opening of a two-day Republican National Committee midterm convention. The…
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politics
Police widen criminal probe into Reform UK over foreign funding claims
British police said on Wednesday a criminal investigation into the populist Reform UK party would be widened to include allegations made in a documentary that officials planned to break electoral law…
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business
Meta shares are still cheap and worth buying. Here's why
Meta's new model and personal agent app showcase the hidden value inside the social media giant.
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general
‘Wanted to teach him a lesson’: Accused on assault that killed Delhi musician
Seven men and a juvenile were arrested for the alleged killing of Chongtham Vikram Singh. The accused reportedly assaulted the musician after he objected to noise outside his home. Singh, a musician…
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politics
Jamieson Greer blames Canada for U.S. hitting back over counter-tariffs
Canada forced the United States' hand in delivering its latest trade war escalation, according to U.S. President Donald Trump's trade czar.
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sports
Woman taken to hospital after Toronto crash involving cyclist and driver
Toronto police said they were called to the area of Sheppard Avenue East and McCowan Road around 9:20 a.m. to respond to the collision.
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politics
Iran claims to have attacked 10 ships near strait of Hormuz after US strikes
Oil price rises above $100 a barrel as Tehran responds to US attacks that sunk five Iranian tankers Tehran has said it attacked 10 ships around the strait of Hormuz after the US sunk five Iranian…
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sports
Oilers sign forward Formenton to one-year deal
The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Alex Formenton to a one-year contract worth US$850,000.
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general
Saudi Arabia Runs Out of Easy Routes for Oil to Bypass Iran War
Saudi Arabia’s oil exports are plummeting as oil prices surpass $100 a barrel.
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technology
Indonesia’s wildfire emissions surge to world’s highest, data shows
Indonesia is facing a surge in emissions from wildfires burning through parched stretches of forest and peatland on the islands of Borneo and Sumatra, with carbon dioxide readings currently the…
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technology
WATCH: Insiders' new AI warning
An Anthropic researcher is leaving AI, warning it could be out of control by late 2027. OpenAI’s chief scientist is also urging caution, saying no one is prepared for rising machine intelligence.
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business
US, Iran Trade Strikes On Shipping As Oil Prices Surge Above $100 A Barrel
Iran said it attacked vessels near the Strait of Hormuz on September 9 after the United States destroyed several Iranian oil tankers overnight, in a sharp escalation in the six-month war.
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politics
Bangladesh measles deaths surpass 1,000 after vaccination drive falls short
Bangladesh faces its worst measles outbreak, killing 1,002 children and infecting nearly 190,000 since March.
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sports
Kevin Reddington: Lindsay Clancy wants her babies
In his sit-down interview with NBC News’ Laura Jarrett, Kevin Reddington, the defense attorney for Lindsay Clancy, says the woman who's living amongst us is the person that everybody loved and “the…
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entertainment
Missouri family rejected $238,000 for its land; court awarded them $2.1 million
A Missouri family's 15-acre property, bought in 1904, became the centre of a long eminent domain dispute after St. Louis County acquired it for a highway project. A jury valued the land at $1.3…
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politics
Kudlow to Cruz: 'You might want to think' about announcing presidential bid in November
Fox Business host Larry Kudlow on Tuesday told Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) that he "might want to think" about launching a bid for the presidency in November. Kudlow asked the Texas senator about whether…
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general
Missouri congressional map mayhem after conflicting court rulings
Missouri's midterm elections could be impacted after conflicting court orders on congressional redistricting. CBS News' Ian Lee explains.
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general
Montreal man facing charges after CBSA seizes fake ID documents
A 40-year-old Montreal man is facing charges after the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) seized fake identification documents at Mirabel International Airport.
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politics
Mao still revered in China as criticism remains risky 50 years on
Fifty years after Mao Zedong's death, his image and ideas remain deeply embedded in China, where his portrait still dominates Tiananmen Square in the heart of Beijing and Communist Party rhetoric…
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entertainment
John Malkovich cancels Israel trip over fabricated solidarity quote
The Wild Horse Nine actor had been due to appear on stage in The Music Critic in Tel Aviv – but pulled out over PR firm’s ‘unacceptable and untenable’ attribution of statement John Malkovich has…
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business
Andreessen- and Thiel-backed defense startup opens U.S. missile factory as it exits stealth
Founded in 2024, Covenant is speeding up lower-cost missile manufacturing for the U.S. military.
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science
Gaza students with overseas university offers, scholarships remain trapped
As a new term begins, students promised places abroad face impossible immigration rules.
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business
Oil markets surge as the U.S. and Iran trade new attacks
Fresh attacks between the U.S. and Iran are driving oil prices up. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
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politics
New Brunswick lawmaker Megan Mitton announces bid to lead provincial Green Party
Megan Mitton, who has been elected to the legislature three times, says the province needs leaders who will safeguard the health and safety of New Brunswickers.
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politics
Iraq caught in US-Iran crossfire as Baghdad pushes to disarm powerful militias
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi faces pressure to disarm Shi'ite militias. Several powerful groups resist handing over their weapons to the state. This standoff creates significant security and…
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science
Miami plane crash: Pilots made last-ditch effort to abort landing, NTSB says
National Transportation Safety Board officials said the pilots appeared to attempt a go-around to retry the landing before aborting the procedure.
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politics
Rogers, El-Sayed deadlocked in Michigan Senate race: Survey
The Michigan Senate race looks to be a near dead heat between Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers, according to a new poll. The survey, which Detroit's WDIV-TV and the Detroit News…
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politics
Roman Abramovich loses third attempt to overturn EU sanctions
A top EU court on Wednesday rejected Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich’s third attempt to overturn sanctions against him over the war in Ukraine.
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business
Uber rival inDrive scales beyond ride-hailing to capture more consumer spending
inDrive's ad business, first piloted in July 2025, has served more than 2 billion impressions and attracted over 2,000 paying advertisers a month.
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politics
Fifty Chinese nationals convicted in Madagascar for crimes deported
Chinese nationals convicted in Madagascar for their involvement in online fraud networks have been transferred to their country of origin to continue serving their sentences.
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politics
Tung Chee-hwa hailed as visionary leader who helped build US-China relations
Hong Kong’s first chief executive, Tung Chee-hwa, who died on Tuesday, has been lauded as “one of the greatest movers in China-US relations”, with a foundation established by a former American…
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politics
Benjamin Netanyahu on Syria visit says ‘very close’ to toppling Iran’s Islamic republic
"The main task is to bring down the terror regime in Iran. We are very close to that," said the Israeli PM.
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business
E1: the illegal settlement at the heart of the UK’s West Bank trade ban
Israel has been building settlements in the occupied West Bank for decades. But Britain’s new ban on the import of settlement goods comes in a response to a major escalation in construction over the…
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politics
Netanyahu to make quick trip to speak at UN after Mamdani urged his arrest, diplomat says
Israel's ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, notes General Assembly falls in middle of Jewish holidays, election period, but says it's 'important' that the PM attend, if only for 24 hours
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general
Russian oligarch Abramovich loses third attempt to overturn EU sanctions
Court rules that sanctions imposed on the former Chelsea owner over his stakes in top Russian metal companies are both 'sufficiently precise and proportionate'
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sports
WildQuest app turns wildlife photography into a game for citizen scientists
A St. Lawrence College student is combining his love for the outdoors with his love for gaming to create an app for nature enthusiasts.
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politics
Is German Chancellor Merz taking a harder line against the far-right after AfD win?
"Remigration is nothing other than a synonym for ethnic cleansing," said Merz on Wednesday, voicing uncharacteristically strong opposition to the far-right following a ground-shaking state election.
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business
Apple tech showcase today expected to unveil foldable iPhone
The tech giant is expected to reveal its first foldable iPhone, as well as the iPhone 18 and upgrades to other devices.
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politics
‘Gambling with our lives’: Anthropic researcher quits, warns against self-improving AI
Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon resigned over AI extinction fears, calling for pacing agreements between labs.
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politics
Tens of thousands line the streets as Norway bids farewell to King Harald V
Europe’s royals and global political figures attend ceremony that brings 13 days of national mourning to a close Europe live – latest updates Norway has observed a minute’s silence as it takes leave…
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politics
Uganda pulling out of Prince Harry's Invictus Games, says military chief
The decision, announced by the chief of defence, comes just two months after Uganda said it would participate.
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general
Durban at 25: The conference that changed the war against Israel - Sponsored Content
25 years after the UN’s Durban Conference became a turning point in the campaign to delegitimize Israel, Irwin Cotler and Gil Troy examine why it still matters.
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politics
Japan’s China-facing military build-up confronts labour, budget and political limits
The risk of a conflict over Taiwan is shaping Japanese defence planning, with Tokyo shoring up security at home and abroad for a potentially prolonged fight. But there are economic, demographic and…
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technology
The RBA hoped this year’s three interest rate rises would tame inflation – but nothing is going their way
The breakdown of the US-Iran ceasefire, rising oil prices and the explosion in data centre investment are making the central bank’s task harder Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates…
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business
Trump pushes Fed for lower rates, but consumers may be better off with a hike, experts say
As the Trump administration ramps up pressure on the Federal Reserve, consumers may be better served if senior officials back off, experts say.
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politics
Israel to open embassy in Slovenia as relations thaw
Protests were scheduled against the opening of the embassy on Wednesday evening by student movements, a left-wing political opposition party, and pro-Palestinian groups.
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technology
Over 20,000 olim made Aliyah to Israel from 100 countries in past year, data shows
Russia topped the list of countries sending new immigrants to Israel, followed by France and the US, as more than 20,000 olim arrived during the Jewish year 5786.
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business
Microsoft Store returns to Syria as US restrictions on country ease
Syrians report renewed access to the Microsoft Store without a VPN, though availability remains inconsistent, and Microsoft has not commented on the change.
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entertainment
Fauda returns to Netflix with season shaped by October 7 massacre
Season five of Fauda tackles October 7 and its aftermath, while Playlist looks back at Israeli counterterrorism cinema and a new crime drama finding viewers abroad.
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general
Son of Israel’s US envoy among four fallen soldiers honored in new pre-army program
‘The Four’ program in the Golan Heights will prepare religious, traditional, and haredi youth for service; honoree Moshe Leiter was the son of Israeli Ambassador to the US,| Yechiel Leiter.
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politics
'I am appalled': Holocaust survivor raises alarm over far-right AfD victory in Germany
The Alternative for Germany party's victory in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt on Sunday has left a far-right party within reach of power in a German state for the first time since World War II.
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politics
Miliband defends UK settlement sanctions, says Israel’s retaliatory response is regrettable
"I regret what the Israeli government has announced, but I'm proud of what we did yesterday, and it was the right thing to do," Miliband said to Sky News.
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technology
Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works quietly meets with Israeli defense-tech start-ups - exclusive
In a rare visit, Skunk Works met Israeli defense officials and start-ups to identify combat‑validated technologies for integration into American systems
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politics
Netanyahu announces planned libel lawsuit over Haaretz report claiming UAE warned of Oct. 7
The PMO stated that the story was completely fabricated, and that there had been no communication between Netanyahu and the UAE from the start of September, 2023, until the October 7 attack.
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general
Hamas working to reclaim weaponry, reestablish military control over Gaza, IDF says - report
The IDF and Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) destroyed three Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad weapon storage facilities and a launch pit from which rockets were fired at Israel during the war.
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politics
Israeli opposition accuses Netanyahu of fuelling diplomatic isolation after UK sanctions
Yair Lapid and Gilad Kariv accuse the far-right government of leading Israel into 'unprecedented diplomatic isolation' after Britain targets settlement activity Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin…
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general
Brent crude hits $100 after fresh wave of Middle East attacks
On Wednesday, Brent crude oil prices exceeded one hundred dollars per barrel. Heightened concerns over supply arose following new attacks on oil facilities and tankers in the Middle East. The U.S…
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politics
‘Russia’s frontline moving west,’ Moldova’s president warns after border checkpoint attack – Europe live
Maia Sandu speaks out after two people are killed during a strike on the Starokozache crossing with Ukraine Meanwhile, Irish police are investigated a suspected – and as of yet unconfirmed – sighting…
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business
Which countries banned goods from settlements but trade with Israel?
More European countries calling to ban products from illegal settlements, despite sizable overall trade with Israel.
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entertainment
Trump ratchets up trade war, moves to ban many Canadian goods from entering US
President Donald Trump has escalated his economic pressure against Canada following its retaliatory tariffs against the U.S.
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politics
‘Peaceful’ Sweden once sought nuclear weapons. That legacy still shapes defence planning
Jeppe Gustafsson/Shutterstock For decades, Sweden has fostered a self-image as something of a world record-holder for peace, celebrating more than two centuries since it was last at war. But this…
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politics
Israeli parties submit slates for October Knesset elections
Israeli political parties submitted their lists for the October 27 Knesset elections before Tuesday's deadline.
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technology
Miliband condemns Israel’s closure of UK consulate in Jerusalem
UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband has described Israel’s decision to close the British consulate in Jerusalem as “regrettable and damaging”. Israel announced the closure after the UK imposed sanctions…
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politics
‘People just want safety’: Migrants feel ‘targeted’ by Irish citizenship reforms
Immigrants label Jim O’Callaghan’s proposed changes, including an eight-year wait before applying, as ‘performative’ and a ‘distraction’
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sports
Hardik Pandya makes injury return, named in India A squad for Aus A home series
The Indian A squads have been unveiled for the exciting series against Australia A. Devdutt Padikkal will take the reins of the multi-day team, while Ruturaj Gaikwad steps up as captain of the one-day…
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general
Oil hits $100 per barrel as U.S. and Iran launch new attacks
The price of crude oil hit a 7-week high after the U.S. said it blew up 5 more Iranian oil tankers, triggering retaliation from Tehran.
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general
Authorities in India rescue baby orangutans dumped in forest
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politics
Pakistan faces new frontier against attacks: Balochistan’s Pashtun areas
A surge in attacks in Balochistan’s Pashtun-majority districts is raising questions about a widening rebellion.
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politics
Human rights organisations condemn 'racist murder' of Manipuri singer in Delhi
Following the shocking death of a Manipuri music teacher in Delhi, civil society groups have voiced their outrage and called for an in-depth investigation into possible racial motives for the crime…
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business
India-US trade deal soon? Commerce secy gives update on long-awaited pact
India and the United States are nearing a trade deal, focusing on preferential market access. Other trade agreements with Chile and New Zealand are also progressing well. India aims to diversify its…
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entertainment
Nicolas Cage's driveway collapses as sinkhole opens up at his Malibu home
A 30ft crater opened up outside the actor's home in Malibu after heavy rain in Southern California.
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politics
Miliband defends sanctions on Israeli settlements and pushes back against chief rabbi’s criticism – UK politics live
UK foreign secretary ‘regrets’ Israel’s response to ban on trade with illegal settlements but ‘proud’ of his actions UK accuses Israeli ‘terrorists’ of ethnic cleansing in West Bank with government…
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