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general
Iran condemns US plans of new sanctions as Trump warns against countries providing Iran a lifeline
The chief of staff of Iran's armed forces, MG Ali Abdollahi, warned its response would be "crushing, punishing and devastating," while Trump warns countries against providing Iran a lifeline.
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Defense officials say IDF soldiers left without support in West Bank while world watches - report
The officials said that global attention to the West Bank causes diplomatic damage to Israel, and that without enforcement by the police and other state authorities, the incidents wear soldiers down.
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science
Tracing roots: Why every Jew should reclaim family histories disrupted by the Holocaust - opinion
Among Jews, tracing ancestry is a voyage of discovery. Many Jews of European background grew up believing that their relatives on both sides of their families had been murdered during the Holocaust
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general
The kippah in his pocket: Don’t hide your Judaism, you never know who needs to see it - opinion
Recently, my son spent three weeks on an intensive residential course in Australia – long days outdoors, very little sleep, and a great deal of mud. The organizers made sure he had kosher food.
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general
US imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods after deal fails, USTR Greer says no new talks planned
The tariffs that came into effect just after midnight (0400 GMT) on some $20 billion of Canadian goods representing just over 5% of Canada's exports to the US.
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technology
Frontier AI labs still won’t say how they’d contain a rogue model
A new study finds leading AI labs have few publicly documented plans for containing rogue models, raising questions about preparedness as AI systems increasingly demonstrate unexpected and potentially…
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politics
As U.S.-Canada trade talks collapse, Carney says retaliatory tariffs will start Sept. 8
New 50% Trump administration tariffs on some Canadian exports went into place after the U.S. and Canada failed to reach a deal on Friday.
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politics
Putin says Ukraine opened 'Pandora's box' with strikes on economic targets
Aug 22 - Russian President Vladimir Putin said in comments published on Saturday that Kyiv had opened \"Pandora's box\" with its strikes on Russian economic targets, saying that Russia would hit back…
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business
Fontainebleau forest near Paris reopens after devastating wildfire
Fontainebleau forest reopened to the public Saturday, with 80 percent of the popular Paris-area nature reserve accessible again after a wildfire scorched around 2,000 hectares last month. A fifth of…
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business
'Jerusalem of the Balkans': Exploring Thessaloniki's lost Jewish history - opinion
I had long wanted to visit the city where the port once closed on Shabbat, and where Jews were both longshoremen and leaders in commercial development.
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entertainment
Half of Israel is in Mykonos - and the Greek island has noticed
I swapped overpriced margaritas at the beach club with my non-Jewish friends for a place to exhale and remember my reality and identity.
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politics
Manhattan DA urges NYC's low-income workers to report wage theft
The Economic Policy Institute estimates that workers lose more than $50 billion a year to wage theft. New York City is cracking down on the crime and other abuses of low-income workers.
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general
Walk-In “Human Fridges” are Japan’s newest heatwave weapon
Designed to stop heatstroke in its tracks, the "Do Hiemon Box" delivers rapid, targeted cooling during extreme weather.
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business
Germany news: Friedrich Merz visits area struck by fires
Chancellor Merz thanked firefighters who tackled recent devastating blazes in western Germany. Meanwhile, a German Cup soccer match ended in a mass brawl with over 100 injuries. DW has more.
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politics
Two US tanker aircraft leave Bulgaria a month after deployment upset Iran
Aug 22 - Two U.S. tanker aircraft have left Bulgaria’s Bezmer air base, Bulgaria's defence minister said on Saturday, nearly a month after their deployment in the Balkan country angered Iran.
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general
Two stabbing cases in Tel Aviv, Ramle leave three wounded as police arrest suspects in both attacks
Overnight on Friday, in a separate incident, a mother and her daughter were stabbed outside their home in Ramle's Jawarish neighborhood.
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politics
Canadian PM calls Trump's fresh tariffs a 'miscalculation' after trade talks collapse
In a speech on Saturday morning, Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada walked away from the negotiation table to protect its sovereignty.
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sports
Man Utd 'didn't look ready' - but hurting Carrick remains calm
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick is refusing to panic despite shock loss at newly promoted Hull City.
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science
40,000 bottles of eye drops across the US recalled over issues with sterility of product
Prestige Brand Holdings has voluntarily recalled a batch of its Clear Eyes eye drops after FDA alert Nearly 40,000 bottles of eye drops are being pulled from store shelves across the US over concerns…
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politics
Federal judge rules against Trump's 75-country visa ban
A federal judge ruled against the Trump administration’s pause on issuing visas to immigrants from 75 countries on Friday. In a 61-page decision, U.S. District Judge Jeannette Vargas found that this…
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politics
Over 100 ex-diplomats urge France, UK to sanction Israel over Palestine
An open letter demands a ban on arms transfers and a freeze on EU-Israel and UK-Israel trade agreements.
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politics
Judge strikes down Trump policy that suspended immigrant visas for 75 countries
A U.S. district judge said the policy "is contrary to law and was issued in excess of Secretary Rubio's statutory authority."
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politics
Ukraine’s Zelensky says Macron agreed to accelerate air defence deliveries
A new Italo-French missile defence system should be capable of downing ballistic missiles.
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business
US battery startups have found a lifeline in defense
U.S. battery startups pulled in $500 million in grants from the Department of Energy, throwing a lifeline to an industry that was on the ropes after EV incentives were slashed.
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business
Rising yields rattled the market, but we’re sticking with our favorite AI and retail stocks
Stocks took their cue from the bond market this week.
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general
Indiana residents endure 11th day without power after storms topple power lines
33,124 residents still in the dark as utility company says it is working to restore power in north-west of state Thousands of residents of north-west Indiana on Saturday were headed for their 11th day…
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business
Infantino defies FIFA vice president's request to stay away from Caribbean youth tournament
FIFA president Gianni Infantino made a rare public appearance in the Caribbean despite a request from vice president Victor Montagliani to abstain as pressure mounts over his failed plan to sell…
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science
Eroding coastlines unearth and destroy slave graves in French Caribbean
Rising seas and coastal erosion are exposing the graves of enslaved people on beaches in the French Caribbean departments of Martinique and Guadeloupe, bringing long-buried remains back into view…
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general
Israel conducts fresh strike in Syria after US criticism
The US said Israel’s attack was an “unnecessary escalation that does not advance regional stability”.
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business
Africa: Population Density - a Missing Factor in Development - - and Why This Is Africa's Moment
[African Arguments] Explanations of why Africa has lagged behind tend to reach for the familiar: weak governance, corruption, ethnic conflict, the legacy of colonial borders.
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business
Carney faces crucial test after walking away from Trump's deal
The Canadian prime minister will have the sell his gamble that walking away from talks with the White House will be worth the consequences.
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politics
The US is using the wrong measure of pressure on Iran
From Tehran’s perspective, delaying negotiations is not passive behavior — it is an active bargaining strategy.
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sports
Ebola gathering ban stalls cultural revival in eastern Congo’s Goma
When Rwanda-backed M23 rebels took over the city in 2025, leaving hundreds dead in fighting, Goma's cultural scene took a hit. Festivals slowly returned, but now an Ebola outbreak has forced another…
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sports
Serena Williams, Carlos Alcaraz will play mixed doubles at the U.S. Open
Serena Williams will team up with Carlos Alcaraz to create a powerhouse mixed doubles pair in her return to the U.S. Open.
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politics
Trump's trade deal with Canada collapses
The U.S. plans to impose 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian products after negotiations between the two countries failed. The Canadian prime minister said he would match the tariffs "dollar…
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politics
GOP lawmakers criticize Trump’s beef import plan amid blowback from ranchers
House and Senate Republicans criticized President Donald Trump’s decision to suspend tariffs on ground beef imports, with lawmakers from agricultural states decrying the impact Trump’s decision will…
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politics
Vigil held for family who died in sea off Shoreham
Town pays its respects to a family who died after getting into difficulty in the water off West Sussex.
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science
102 senior diplomats urge West Bank action against Israeli 'ethnic cleansing'
Dozens of former senior French and UK diplomats on Saturday urged their governments to work together to uphold international law in the Palestinian territories, accusing Israel of seeking to "destroy"…
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business
Kazakhstan's future after the elections: Russia, EU or China
Kazakhstan, where power is being continuously consolidated in the president's hands, will have to continue its tough balancing act between the EU, Russia and China following the parliamentary…
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politics
In Ukraine, German FM slams Russia’s escalating attacks
Johann Wadephul pledged more aid for Kyiv in its fight against the Russian invasion.
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politics
Sword attack in Sweden that killed 1 prompts probe into social media
Swedish police are investigating whether an 18-year-old man who attacked students at a high school with a sword on Friday, killing one, was involved in online communities promoting school violence, a…
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sports
Williams and Alcaraz to play US Open mixed doubles
Serena Williams will pair up with Carlos Alcaraz for the mixed doubles at the US Open at Flushing Meadows.
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business
Carney says Canada ‘walking away from a bad deal’ as 50% tariffs hit
Around 11 a.m., Carney will address reporters, as he prepares for a 1:30 p.m. meeting with the premiers of Canada's provinces and territories.
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entertainment
WATCH: Dog days of summer
Leonardo, a 9-month-old golden retriever, went viral for his love of swimming in the ocean.
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politics
Israeli drone strike on ‘civilian vehicle’ injures several in Syria
Syria condemns attack in southwest as a 'flagrant violation of sovereignty' and a 'blatant breach of international law'.
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politics
Spain battles forest fire a short drive from flash flood
The blaze, near Valencia, forced more than 1,000 people from their homes. In nearby Catalonia, civil defense teams carried out 200 rescue operations after floods trapped residents in cars and homes.
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general
Elderly woman allegedly pressured into spending HK$100,000 on beauty products
Hong Kong customs is investigating whether an 88-year-old was pressured into spending HK$100,000 (US$12,750) on beauty products at an outlet linked to a company already accused of aggressive sales…
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Rafael Grossi remains in the running for top UN post after second straw poll
Guyana's Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett leads second straw poll in race to succeed António Guterres as head of the United Nations; Rebeca Grynspan of Costa Rica came second, Argentina's Rafael Grossi…
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Hong Kong and Shenzhen test crossings at revamped Huanggang Port ahead of opening
Hong Kong has conducted its first test involving Shenzhen authorities of clearance procedures and private car access at the revamped Huanggang border crossing, ahead of a massive exercise next week…
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politics
Iran says 'world approved our victory' over the US
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Friday the war between the U.S. and Iran should end because the world has accepted Tehran’s victory in this conflict. His comments, which were reported by…
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politics
What did war with the US reveal about Iran’s weapons capabilities?
Iran says production is ongoing, but details will not be revealed during war conditions.
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general
Two arrested after man stabbed in Newtownabbey
PSNI alerted to report of incident early on Saturday
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technology
Watch: Moment robot attempts to beat Usain Bolt's 100m record
An android at China's World Humanoid Robot Games ran faster than Bolt's world record, smartphone maker Honor says.
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general
India To Issue Summons To Hafiz Saeed In Pakistan Via Diplomatic Channels: Sources
Summons for Saeed will be shared with Pakistan's foreign ministry via the Indian Ministry of External Affairs. NIA has underlined his role as leader of Lashkar and another terror group called The…
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general
Nebraska school district asks police to stop using shock gloves on students
Omaha police agreed to stop carrying electric shock gloves in the halls of state’s largest public school district Omaha police recently agreed to stop carrying gloves that can deliver electric shocks…
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The story of Zarzaparilla, an Indigenous root beer from Veracruz
Veracruz is notable for its root beer, known as zarzaparilla, or zarza, locally, although it became famed during the "Old West" era as sasparilla, writes Alan Chazaro.
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politics
Why China may have little to lose as ‘weakened’ Trump seeks North Korea talks
China may have “little to lose” from talks between the United States and North Korea which, analysts say, may lead to Washington watering down its security commitments. US President Donald Trump has…
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sports
38-year-old runs a mobile pizzeria out of his Smart car in New York City: It's 'like a circus or a magic act'
"Pizza Pod started with a pretty ridiculous idea: What if I could turn a tiny Smart car into a mobile pizzeria?" says founder Bradley Alvelo.
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technology
Pixel 11 Pro XL review: Snappier cameras can’t hide an iterative upgrade
Google’s Pixel 11 Pro XL brings snappier cameras and genuinely useful AI features like Rambler, but its iterative upgrades may not be enough to tempt recent Pixel owners.
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general
How 'Dark' Tankers In Strait Of Hormuz Are Keeping Oil Prices In Check
With Iranian drones threatening tankers in the Persian Gulf, oil companies from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar and the UAE turned to a workaround: chartering tankers, switching off their transponders and…
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sports
Man Utd humiliated at Hull to open Premier League account
Manchester United lose 2-0 at newly promoted Hull City to open their Premier League campaign.
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politics
France to send interceptor missiles to Ukraine after Russian strikes
French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday announced Paris would deliver new interceptor missiles to Ukraine, with Kyiv's air defences running short after the latest round of deadly Russian attacks.
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general
Elon Musk Pitches Starlink, But India's Rural Internet Usage Lags At 48%
Bihar records only 35.9 rural internet subscribers per 100 population, among the lowest in the country, despite almost complete village coverage.
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general
Gunmen abduct over 60 worshippers from Nigeria mosque, police say
LAGOS, Aug 22 - Armed men abducted over 60 worshippers from a mosque in Nigeria's north-central Niger state during Friday prayers, police said on Saturday, in the latest mass kidnapping in a region…
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politics
Israel must stop Erdogan’s military expansion before Turkey reaches its borders - opinion
Unless Israel draws concrete red lines in Syria and the eastern Mediterranean, the Turkish army and navy will further encroach upon Israel’s northern and maritime borders.
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entertainment
'Aura' battles leap from social media to Latin America streets
"Aura Battles" – a new viral trend among young people in which two individuals face off in public spaces, with charisma and style the deciding factor. Leer más
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politics
Indonesia bolsters troop numbers to combat Borneo wildfires
Fires between January and July burned more than 200,000 hectares of land, says the government.
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politics
Facing exile and persecution, an Iranian dissident crossed from devout Muslim to student of Judaism
IRANIAN AFFAIRS: Iranian refugee Behnam Vali Heydarian recounts persecution, attacks, pro-Israel activism, and fears of deportation to Iran after his journey from Islam to Christianity and Judaism.
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politics
South Korea ship to test Arctic commercial shipping route amid Western concerns
President Lee Jae Myung has made Arctic shipping a priority for South Korea, a shipping powerhouse. Officials say this could help transform Busan and position the Arctic as a regular trade route.
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general
Iranian official urges Qatar to move detained pilots to hospital on land, Tasnim says
The official said the location where the pilots were being held was unsuitable and requested that the International Committee of the Red Cross send an air ambulance to Qatar to expedite their return.
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Three men arrested on suspicion of importing drones from China for use in drug, weapons smuggling
The investigation centered around a security company suspected of serving as a cover for the drone importing operation, committing customs and Value Added Tax violations.
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Layers of history: Egypt unearths 6,000-year cemetery spanning Predynastic to Ptolemaic eras
The finds confirm that the area had been settled during the Hyksos’ reign during the 15th Dynasty given its proximity to Avaris, which had served as the capital city at the time.
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entertainment
Huckabee attends screening of ‘The Bridge,’ about Israelis finding joy through music after Oct. 7
For the Israeli participants, the trip to Los Angeles' legendary Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp was about reclaiming parts of their lives that had become inaccessible after October 7.
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business
Customs seizes endangered turtles and parrots in 2 cases, arrests woman
Hong Kong customs officers have seized endangered turtles and parrots alongside other animals in two separate smuggling cases, resulting in the arrest of one woman. The Customs and Excise Department…
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politics
Trump tariffs heap up as Canada tries to curb US reliance
The new levies target products ranging from hockey sticks to cement.
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politics
Former world champion boxer Zolani Tete shot and killed in South Africa
Zolani Tete, who held WBF flyweight and WBO bantamweight world titles, killed at his home in Eastern Cape, South Africa.
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politics
Breaking: Zolani Tete shot dead outside his home in South Africa
Former world boxing champion Zolani "Last Born" Tete has been shot dead outside his home in South Africa's Eastern Cape province.
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science
France's Fontainebleau forest reopens to public after wildfires
The forest of Fontainebleau outside Paris has partially reopened to the public after remaining off-limits for over a month due to devastating wildfires. From Saturday, visitors can access some 80…
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general
Iranian official urges Qatar to move detained pilots to hospital on land
Aug 22 - An Iranian military official called on Qatar on Saturday to transfer detained Iranian pilots to a hospital on land, saying they were being held on water and were in \"poor physical…
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politics
The gang boss accused of killing rapper Tupac blames his nephew in murder trial
The man accused in the murder trial of rapper Tupac Shakur says it was his nephew that fired the fatal shots in the 1996 drive-by. It's the latest development in the biggest case in Las Vegas history…
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general
Seven injured as heavy rains lash northeast Spain
Heavy rain battered northeast Spain, flooding streets, trapping people in cars and injuring at least seven people, officials said Saturday.
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politics
Children among wounded in Zelensky's hometown, struck by Russian drones
Early this Saturday, Russian strikes killed at least two people in Ukraine. In Zaporizhzhia, a drone killed a man and wounded four, according to officials, while a warehouse was on fire in Kyiv. It…
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sports
Maradona's 'Hand of God' ball in match against England goes for auction
The football that Diego Maradona punched into the net for his infamous "Hand of God" goal is under the hammer this weekend. The historic ball from that infamous quarter final World Cup match between…
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politics
Albanese: Canberra to join Australia’s gun buy-back programme after Bondi attack
Australia’s capital will join a gun buy-back as part of a response to a shooting spree that killed 15 at a Jewish festival in Sydney, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Saturday. Albanese’s…
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sports
Small German airplane crashes in Croatia, killing 2
The two-seater motor glider went down in the Velebit mountains, near Zadar, killing both passengers.
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general
Texas constable unplugs 3 surveillance cameras, tells Flock to collect them
Following a contract cancellation with Flock Safety cameras, Hood County officials have initiated a refund request and equipment retrieval. A local constable took the initiative to disable and cover…
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science
Mainland Chinese research ship spotted near Taiwan’s largest naval base
A mainland Chinese research ship has sailed close to a key Taiwanese naval base, marking its second appearance near the island in recent months. The Tong Ji, a 2,000-tonne scientific research vessel…
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politics
Government still weighing decision on restricting proxy voters, Hong Kong official says
Hong Kong authorities have yet to decide whether to restrict proxy voters at homeowners’ meetings to relatives or other flat owners of the same estate under proposed law amendments meant to combat…
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politics
The ‘uncanny valley’ theory meets Javier Milei and Fernando Cerimedo
The reality of the Milei administration’s near three years in office is even more bizarre than expected. Leer más
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politics
Carney Stands Up to Trump in U.S.-Canada Trade War
Canada’s prime minister walked away from what he thought was a bad trade deal with the United States. Many Canadians are behind him, but it will be costly.
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India’s submarine hunting fleet gets stronger with indigenous warship Mangrol
The Indian Navy proudly welcomes Mangrol, its third indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft. This state-of-the-art vessel is crucial for enhancing coastal defense and forms part of an…
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politics
Iran says new US sanctions violate sovereignty of other states
Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei slams Trump's latest threat as a return to 'full-scale classic colonialism'.
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technology
France's Fontainebleau forest reopens one month after wilfire
Good news for hiking and climbing enthusiasts today: the Fontainebleau Forest just South of Paris is set to reopen to the public. But a month and a half after the terrible fire that ravaged 10% of…
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business
Mackay makes cricket history as day one of inaugural Test match sells out
Barry Jansen mortgaged his house to help build a cricket arena in the Queensland city of Mackay. Forty years later his club is hosting its first international Test match.
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politics
TikTok settles children's privacy case with $400 million payment
Tiktok has reached an agreement with the US Department of Justice in its privacy case against the social media platform. The company had been accused of violating the Children's Online Privacy…
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science
Israeli settlers kill Palestinian teen in the occupied West Bank
Two Palestinians were killed Friday in the West Bank, one in Jenin, in the north, by Israeli army gunfire, and the other in the southern part of the territory by a settler, according to Palestinian…
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politics
Uzbekistan's Saida Mirziyoeva Gains New Powers, Fueling Succession Questions
A new law expanding the powers of Uzbekistan’s Presidential Administration has further elevated Saida Mirziyoeva, the president’s daughter, within the country’s political hierarchy. It gives her a…
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sports
Fifth in WTC, two home whitewashes: Gambhir says India 'not struggling' in Tests
India go into the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo with a 1-0 lead after their 165-run win in Galle. But the series has also kept the focus on a team that is trying to build a new Test side…
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politics
Russian strikes Zelensky's hometown in Ukraine, killing 15 people, wounding 130
Russian drones struck a shopping centre in the city of Kryvyi Rih in central Ukraine this Friday. 14 people were killed. Authorities reported that children were among the scores of people injured in…
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technology
Muslim World League denounces new Israeli E1 settlement tender
The Muslim World League has condemned Israel's announcement of a tender for the construction of 1,234 settlement units under its so-called E1 settlement plan in the occupied West Bank…
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