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general
Race to reach trapped survivor offers hope in Colombia quake zone
285 have been killed, nearly 4,000 were injured, and 400 others are still missing from a 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck Colombia on Monday.
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business
Your Investments: Justice and successful finance are achieved through following the process
Whether it’s studying, our legal system, trying to perfect character traits or having a secure financial future, don’t get frustrated if you hit some bumps in the road.
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general
Your Taxes: Is a hotel a real estate play in Israel?
Israeli real estate purchases can face up to 10% purchase tax, with anti-avoidance rules also taxing shares in entities whose assets are primarily Israeli property.
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general
Two slicks appear in Gulf as huge oil spill off Oman threatens disaster
One slick appeared off the southern tip of Weshm Island, while a smaller one was spotted near Sirri Island in the center of the Gulf.
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politics
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in federal case related to UnitedHealthcare CEO killing
Mangione's lawyers are expected to argue his federal plea means he cannot be prosecuted in state court for Brian Thompson's slaying due to double jeopardy.
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politics
Electric vehicle sales targets could be cut after pressure from car makers
The government says it is considering cutting the new electric car sales target from 80% to 50% by 2030.
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politics
De la Espriella Removes Five Colombian Ambassadors and Restores Ties With Israel
President De la Espriella declared five Colombian ambassadors removed on 14 August 2026, as his government restores full ties with Israel and reverses Gustavo Petro's foreign policy.
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general
Students squeezed out of university courses after bumper crop of top A-level grades
Students narrowly missing grades are being rejected, while some on oversubscribed courses are asked to defer Students across the UK have found themselves unexpectedly squeezed out of their desired…
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politics
US Revokes Visa of López Obrador’s Son, Who Fires Back at Trump
Andy López Beltrán, son of former president López Obrador, says the US revoked his visa. He fired back at Trump in a public letter, and Sheinbaum called it interference.
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politics
Mangione admits to shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO as he pleads guilty in federal case
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty Friday to two federal stalking counts in connection with the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
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business
Brazil Approves R$13 Billion State Credit Deal, US$1 Billion for São Paulo
Brazil's Treasury approved roughly R$13 billion in new state credit, including R$5.4 billion for São Paulo, resolving a loan fight that reached the Supreme Court.
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business
Milei’s Reform Package Heads to Congress as Argentina Lifts Its Dollar Ceiling
Milei is sending a central-bank charter reform and a balanced-budget rule to Congress, while Argentina's dollar band ceiling keeps climbing into September.
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business
Panama Opens Its Market to Argentine Lemons from Tucumán
Panama has approved imports of Argentine lemons, oranges and grapefruit, handing Tucumán's citrus growers a new market beyond their usual buyers in the EU, US and Russia.
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business
Markets Price a 37% Chance of a 2028 US Copper Tariff on Chile
Societe Generale reads a roughly 37% market-implied chance of a 30% US tariff on refined copper by 2028. For Chile, the world's top producer, the risk is real but bounded.
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business
Mangione pleads guilty to federal charges in UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty on Friday to federal stalking charges stemming from the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in midtown Manhattan two years ago, a development that comes…
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business
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in Brian Thompson death
The plea resolves the remaining federal charges tied to the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson and could affect a separate New York state case,
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technology
Federal surveillance operation targeted progressive groups, unions in Minnesota, documents show
Federal agents secretly monitored progressive groups and protesters during the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in Minneapolis, according to court documents filed Thursday. The…
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business
Colombia Earthquake Reconstruction Faces a Funding Gap as the Toll Hits 281
The death toll from Colombia's 10 August earthquake reached 281 as the government confronts a reconstruction bill near US$6.35 billion and a stretched 2027 budget.
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politics
Ocasio-Cortez: 'Pretty funny' some people are freaking out about decision to freeze eggs
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) said Thursday she found it "funny" that some people are criticizing her for publicly sharing her journey to freeze her eggs. The New York Democrat, who is seen…
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general
Baby with heart defect at center of US surrogacy dispute handed to parents
Biological parents given custody of child born in Texas amid dispute over surrogate mother’s claim of abortion request A two-day-old baby with a rare heart defect at the center of a complex surrogacy…
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business
OpenAI talent exodus raises 'huge red flag' ahead of IPO
OpenAI's C-suite turnover gives investors another reason for concern as the company pushes toward a mammoth IPO.
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business
Brazil’s Central Bank Liquidates Simpala, a Finance Group Holding US$129 Million in Deposits
Brazil's Central Bank has ordered the liquidation of the Simpala finance group and its roughly R$669 million in deposits, the latest shutdown since the Banco Master collapse.
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business
Brazil’s 2027 Minimum Wage Set at US$334 a Month in New Budget Bill
Brazil's government proposed a 2027 minimum wage of R$1,741, a 7.4% rise, inside its new budget bill. The figure drives federal spending far beyond a single paycheck.
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general
Pew survey: What US, UK and others think about India at 80
India's standing on the global stage reveals a mixed bag of perceptions among nations, with only 45% viewing it favorably. While Pakistan's outlook remains critical, Sri Lanka showcases significant…
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business
URA posts HK$338 million operating surplus after three years of losses
Hong Kong’s Urban Renewal Authority (URA) has recorded an operating surplus of HK$338 million (US$43.3 million) for the 2025-26 financial year, after reporting three straight years of losses. At a…
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business
Luigi Mangione says he will plead guilty in federal case on CEO's killing | Special Report
Luigi Mangione, who faces federal and state trials in New York for the deadly 2024 shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, told a judge Friday he plans to plead guilty in his federal case…
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technology
USA & Canada Intelligence Brief August 14, 2026: The Spending Cracked
Rio Times · USA & Canada Intelligence Brief August 14 Key Facts — Spending fell American retail sales dropped 0.6% in July from the previous month, the steepest decline since May 2025. — Against a…
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business
UAE accuses Iran of Hormuz attacks as Vance says cheap gas is "goal number one"
The UAE accuses Iran of attacking two vessels in the Strait of Hormuz as Vance says cheap oil and gas is "goal number one" from the war.
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politics
Qatar challenges AFC over open letter attacking FIFA President Infantino
Qatar FA President Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani complains about lack of consultation about AFC open letter to FIFA.
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politics
Temporary ban on sale of disposable BBQs over wildfire risk
Single-use grills pose a "significant risk to the public" in current drought and heatwave conditions, the government warns.
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technology
WHO says no one held accountable for 10,000 attacks on healthcare
The World Health Organization said on Friday that more than 10,000 attacks on healthcare had been recorded since 2018, but nobody had ever been brought to justice. These attacks, reported across 29…
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politics
Son of former Mexican president says US revoked his visa
MEXICO CITY, Aug 14 - Andres Manuel Lopez Beltran, a son of former Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, said the United States has revoked his visa, accusing Secretary of State Marco Rubio…
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politics
Violent crime plummeted in U.S. last year, White House official says
The White House is touting a historic drop in violent crime as the FBI prepares to release the latest data from its annual Uniform Crime Reporting Program.
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politics
How not to fix the War Powers Resolution
Rep. John Larson's bill seeking to amend the War Powers Resolution failed to address the law's core weakness regarding the definition of hostilites and the ability of presidents to circumvent…
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science
France wildfire forces 520 to evacuate
Around 520 residents in France’s southwestern Landes region have been evacuated as a raging wildfire has burned through more than 1,000 hectares since Thursday. Significant reinforcements have been…
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politics
Russell Fry Backs Darline Graham in South Carolina Senate Runoff Amid Trump Pressure
The president has been focused on the race since the death of Lindsey Graham in July. Ms. Graham, the late senator’s sister, is competing against Representative Ralph Norman in a runoff on Aug. 25.
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politics
France blocks under 15 social media ban
France’s Constitutional Council has blocked a bill that would have banned social media access for under-15s, ruling that it infringed on freedom of expression. It’s a setback for President Emmanuel…
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politics
‘The party of the Cubans’: How Republicans courted a key South Florida vote
Polls suggest Cuban American voters in Florida remain largely Republican, despite frustration over immigration.
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general
Would Hong Wang have won her historic math prize if she had stayed in China?
The success of Wang and other young Chinese mathematicians abroad has sparked discussion about the country’s education system.
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business
Luigi Mangione indicates he is prepared to plead guilty in federal case
Mangione also faces separate state trial over killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Manhattan, due to start on 8 September Luigi Mangione trial – latest updates A hurriedly scheduled…
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politics
US missionary kidnapped in Niger freed after more than nine months
American Kevin Rideout, who worked as a pilot for an evangelical organisation, has been freed after he was kidnapped in October 2025 in Niamey. His release comes as the security situation remains…
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general
Major delays reported at Ben Gurion Airport; officials say US refuelers’ presence a factor
Airports Authority also blames flight congestion over Greece for bottleneck, leading many passengers to report hours-long setbacks
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business
New CNBC Generation Lab poll shows almost half of 18- to 34-year-olds see democratic socialism positively
and nearly 80% see the U.S. economy negatively.
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politics
Netanyahu brands Britain an ‘Islamic republic’ as it prepares Israel sanctions
The Israeli prime minister attacks London despite years of British arms sales, intelligence sharing and diplomatic protection A collage photo of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Britain's…
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science
USS Washington aircraft carrier heads to Middle East to replace USS Lincoln
The USS George Washington aircraft carrier departed Vietnam last week and is headed to the Middle East to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln, according to a U.S. official.
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entertainment
WATCH: Great white sharks could help predict hurricanes?
As the great white shark population grows off the East coast, scientists are outfitting sharks with sensors to learn more about hurricanes.
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entertainment
Certain Whole Foods products recalled over salmonella fears linked to U.S.
Products impacted from the recall range from certain prepared foods such as chicken quesadillas, several types of salsas, guacamoles and pico de gallo.
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politics
Law on assisted dying wins constitutional approval in France
France's Constitutional Council on Friday approved a law creating a right to assisted dying, removing the last major legal obstacle before the measure can be enacted and implemented.
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politics
Trump asks Supreme Court to allow ballroom work to continue
Forcing the US president to go "hat-in-hand to Congress" for permission would be "dangerous", the administration says.
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politics
'Not a word': German top leadership silent on sky-rocketing heat deaths
Hot weather events have killed an estimated 12,500 people in Germany so far this year, but the chancellor has yet to address the issue publicly.
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science
Funeral to be held for Black man fatally shot by Madison police
Madison police say that on July 22, officers approached Ruiz after receiving calls reporting that someone was stealing bicycles and checking vehicle doors.
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sports
Soldiers killed in Fort Hood chopper crash identified
The pilots were ages 25 and 34.
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general
Thames Water plans to restart desalination plant – after drought has ended
Utility company’s plant, which has only run five times, now has an estimated total cost of £500m Thames Water is preparing the UK’s only desalination plant to restart operations later this year – but…
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general
Iberian orca known for ramming boats seen with suspected gunshot wounds
Marine conservationist says deliberate attack would be ‘act of extreme cruelty’ against endangered population Spanish officials have launched an investigation after the matriarch of an orca pod known…
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business
Texas surrogacy, abortion dispute leads to birth of baby with heart defect
A disagreement between the self proclaimed pro-life surrogate and the legal parents over an abortion resulted in the birth of a baby with a potentially fatal heart defect..
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business
Germany news: Car industry hemorrhaging jobs
The country's famed auto sector is losing jobs faster than any industrial branch in the economy, official statistics show. Meanwhile, farmers say drought conditions could affect this year's harvest…
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politics
Pirro announces charges in WWII vandalism case
A suspect has been taken into custody for allegedly vandalizing the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C., U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro announced Friday. Her office filed two felony charges against…
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business
Housing investors say this is their worst market in at least 3 years
Mortgage rates hit a recent low at the end of February but rose sharply at the start of the war with Iran. They are now at their highest level in over a year.
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politics
Trump appeals to Supreme Court to allow White House ballroom construction to continue
The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to allow construction of the president's White House ballroom to continue.
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general
Digested week: Humid New York or London’s oven-blast heat? Tough one to call
Plus, heartbreakingly brilliant Cats: the Jellicle Ball, summer reads and Taylor Swift’s low-key wedding I’ve been in New York for two weeks, where the unthinkable has happened. Even for a city…
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science
How many people actually have cyclosporiasis? Why it's so hard to track
The current outbreak has been attributed to contaminated iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
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politics
Feds charge woman for allegedly vandalizing World War II Memorial in D.C.
The top federal prosecutor in Washington, D.C., said a woman has been arrested and faces two felony charges related to vandalism of the World War II Memorial.
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technology
A Queensland man enjoyed soaring profits from a crypto trading app. Then his money started disappearing
The administrative work required to run an effective investment scam has been drastically cut by using merging technology Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Within days of…
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politics
How a US crackdown is upending plans for Chinese ‘birth tourists’
Li, a woman in her late twenties from southwestern China, is anxious about her coming interview for a 10-year US visa. She has big plans for her travels – a weeks-long stay next year that would be her…
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politics
The secret Smotrich kept from his wife: Israel was going to war with Iran - interview
He voted against the January 2025 hostage deal, his own voters demanded he resign, and Ben-Gvir walked out. Smotrich stayed silent for five months. In an interview with the Post, he explain why.
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politics
As foreign elections shape Israel’s alliances, Jerusalem seeks to control the diplomatic whiplash
DIPLOMATIC AFFAIRS: Latin America and Slovenia are examples of countries’ shifting ties with Israel that reflect how relations have become an ideological marker in domestic politics.
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general
Shabbat candle lighting times for Israel and US
See Shabbat candle lighting times for your area.
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general
Two teenagers indicted over arson attack against Givatayim Japanika restaurant
According to the indictment, the two obtained an electric scooter, flammable material, and equipment to start a fire before arriving near the restaurant.
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science
American Christian missionary kidnapped in Niger back in US hands, on his way home - report
Rideout is on his way to the United States, the Times said, adding that he was in good health based on proof-of-life images that were provided to American officials in the past 48 hours.
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general
Ben-Gurion Airport sees heavy congestion, mass delays amid struggle to handle baggage
In some cases, passengers were already on board their planes while their luggage remained on the ground.
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politics
Israel Katz and the Likud are ‘boom-boom-booming’ politics away – opinion
Regardless of who is competing in Israel’s upcoming elections, what must remain a top priority is to keep an eye on which politician intends to do what with the power bestowed upon them.
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science
Medea goes on a Mexican odyssey in Dahlia de la Cerda’s new book
In a summer with much discourse about a Greek mythical figure (Odysseus), here is the translation of a book that uses another, Medea. In this instance Medea is relocated to contemporary Mexico. A…
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general
China slams ‘groundless’ espionage claims by New Zealand spy agency
China’s embassy in Wellington condemned on Friday “groundless” claims by New Zealand’s spy agency that Beijing had stepped up espionage activities on its soil. An annual report by New Zealand’s…
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politics
American missionary kidnapped in Niger in October freed, his organization says
An American missionary who was kidnapped in Niger in October has been released, his organization says, adding that Kevin Rideout "is in good health in the care of U.S. officials."
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science
‘Extensive’ devastation caused by major fire in England as 150 million in Europe to experience temperatures above 35C – Europe live
Fires also blaze in Croatia, Germany and France as extreme heat continues to grip Europe today Four taken to hospital and homes damaged in West Midlands fires Speaking in Omiš, Croatian PM Plenković…
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general
Little rain on the horizon as England and Wales experience driest July on record
England received only 10% of its average July rainfall and some areas may just get the odd shower for rest of August England has experienced its driest July since records began in 1836, receiving only…
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politics
Will disbarment of Singapore’s Pritam Singh further dent his political standing?
The disbarment of Workers’ Party chief Pritam Singh in Singapore is a professional blow for the leading opposition figure, but is not expected to further damage his political standing. Singh, 50, was…
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science
Why women are breaking men's endurance records
Sophie Woods has completed the 2,000-kilometer Via Alpina faster even than the fastest-ever man. DW explains why she is not the only woman breaking men's records in extreme sports.
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politics
DNC to finalize controversial 2028 primary calendar, elevating South Carolina
The DNC is expected to vote on Saturday to approve the new order of states for the 2028 presidential nominating process, amidst controversy over some of those decisions.
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general
How to plan a trip to Germany's Baltic Sea coast
With sunny weather forecast across Germany this week, we take a look at how to reach the Baltic Sea coast, what to expect once you're there, and a few tips for making the most of your trip.
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general
Cambodia says to resume military drills with US next year
The United States and Cambodia staged joint exercises for seven years before Phnom Penh scrapped them in early 2017.
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Colorado expands habitat protection for endangered Preble's jumping mouse
Colorado is taking significant steps to ensure the survival of the endangered Preble's meadow jumping mouse. Efforts focus on restoring essential streamside ecosystems and linking them to floodplains…
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general
Record-Breaking Rainfall Leaves Eight Dead and Thousands Stranded in Japan
Three months’ worth of rain fell in just 12 hours in a region east of Tokyo, leading to deadly flooding.
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IDF to probe soldiers' conduct in West Bank's Kusra, investigate time taken to evacuate extremists
According to N12, the IDF will also look into the manner in which the Palestinian families of the town were evacuated on Thursday after being instructed to leave.
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politics
Russia Campaigned to Derail Moldova’s Pro-Western Government
In Moldova, Moscow paid Orthodox priests, conducted a vote-buying scheme and set up training camps on election interference — all in an effort to derail the Western-leaning government.
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politics
New Zealand break ranks with Oceania as FIFA’s Infantino divide grows
Oceania have offered support to Gianni Infantino, but New Zealand have gone against their own confederation in FIFA row.
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politics
Katz orders IDF to prepare to transfer West Bank civilian enforcement to police after Kusra chaos
According to Katz, the proposed plan would shift responsibility for civilian law enforcement and public order involving the Israeli population in the West Bank from the IDF to the police.
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technology
This Art Project Slows Down Citi Bikes to Make NYC’s Rent Crisis Feel Real
Ground Truth makes the shared rental bikes harder to pedal through rent-burdened neighborhoods, offering a tangible way for people to experience income inequality.
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politics
Russia says hit Ukrainian railway and port facilities in new strikes
Kyiv targets Baltic oil hub and warehouse near Moscow with drones.
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sports
Swiatek defeats Rybakina to claim Canadian Open title
Six-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek defeats Elena Rybakina in Toronto to claim the WTA Canadian Open title.
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business
Israeli settlers seize Palestinian water source in occupied West Bank to create recreational pool
Israeli settlers have taken control of a freshwater spring that Palestinian farmers in the occupied West Bank have relied on for generations, diverting its water to create a pool at an archaeological…
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technology
Apple trained its own AI model for China with help from Alibaba
Apple has reportedly trained a custom AI model for the China market alongside domestic tech giant Alibaba, a rare cross-border partnership that cuts across growing tensions between Beijing and…
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science
La Liga: Barcelona key talking points heading into new 2026-27 season
Barcelona will aim to become the first club to three-peat in the Spain Primera Division since 2008-11 Pep Guardiola era.
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politics
Iran prez to visit India for BRICS summit amid Middle East tensions
Iran has signalled that it sees India as a potential partner in efforts to ease tensions in West Asia, with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi saying New Delhi could play a greater role in…
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general
Manav Suthar: The all-weather finger spinner India needs after Ravindra Jadeja
Manav Suthar is a classical left-arm spinner who stands out in modern cricket for his artistry, skill, and dedication. Praised by experts like Maninder Singh, Suthar impresses with his seamless…
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politics
A year after student protests that shook Valjevo: Serbia at a crossroads
Protests that erupted after railway station canopy collapsed, killing 16, have grown into a broad social movement.
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general
Is taking parental leave mandatory if you're self-employed in Spain?
If you’re an autónomo in Spain who is expecting a new baby, you may be wondering whether you can afford to take your full paternity and maternity leave off and what the rules are for returning to work…
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politics
Protests in Lombardy as Italy fast-tracks AI data centres
New data centres in Lombardy and Sardinia are part of a wider €25 billion government plan, but local communities have raised concerns over their environmental impact.
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politics
Nigeria’s Muslim and Christian leaders sign new peace accord
More than 50 Muslim and Christian leaders have signed a new peace accord in Nigeria, aiming to ease religious tensions and promote harmony.
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science
Bjorn Lomborg: Energy, climate, and the fight for a better world
The Iran war emphasized how reliant we are on fossil fuels; a leading Danish thinker explains how we should think about energy needs, global warming, and the welfare of mankind
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