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Trump envoy meets Sudanese military chief in Egypt in attempt to end devastating war
Sudan's army has been fighting the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces since April 2023, when the two fell out over issues including how to integrate their forces in a transition to civilian rule.
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Trump approves firing squad execution for Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan, Pentagon says
Hasan killed 13 people in the 2009 attack. His execution would be the US military’s first since 1961.
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‘Remember 7.10.23’: Hostage Square bears few remnants of a national crisis – but trauma lingers
Three years after the attack on Simchat Torah, there are few remnants of the hostage families’ encampment: the tunnel replica, a few yellow ribbons and a sign bearing the words “Remember 7.10.23.”
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Israel must be ready for any threat, no matter how unthinkable it may seem - editorial
October 7 should have permanently lowered Israel’s tolerance for vulnerabilities whose consequences could be catastrophic.
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Israel continues to face major mental health struggles in wake of October 7, ERAN data show
In the three years since the war began, over 928,000 people have been aided by ERAN's professional mental health teams, assisted by 1,850 volunteers.
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Cornell students rally in anti-rape protest, demand stronger action against sexual violence
The alleged gang-rape victim, identified by the pseudonym Jane Doe, has said the university failed to adequately investigate and punish the campus fraternity members who were involved.
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Antisemitic conspiracy theories spread after attempted flydubai hijacking
Conspiracy theories about the attempted flydubai hijacking spread within hours, invoking antisemitic tropes despite passenger accounts.
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politics
Taylor would hold net overseas migration at annual 100,000 for two years in plan hitting students, refugees
A Coalition government would slash Net Overseas Migration (NOM) to 100,000 in each of 2028–29 and 2029–30, rising to 130,000 in the third year and flattening out at 160,000 by 2031–32. The radical…
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entertainment
Trump says his super PAC will now pay for controversial taxpayer-funded promo ads
Trump says that he will no longer use taxpayer funds to pay for a pro-Trump ad blitz ahead of the midterm elections, saying his super PAC will now pay for them.
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politics
Cuba says US contacts fall short of formal talks as Trump pressure mounts
Cuba’s top diplomat in Washington says communication continues, but formal negotiations have not begun, disputing Trump’s description of the contacts.
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politics
Italy PM Meloni seeks EU trademark for her voice amid AI deepfake risks
The application is under examination.
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sports
Stolen car towed near CRL station, homemade bomb found inside
A homemade bomb was taken away by the NZ Defence Force bomb squad after it was found in a stolen car at a police facility in Auckland.
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politics
Africa: AU, Regional Blocs Move to Strengthen African Standby Force Amid Evolving Security Threats
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The African Union and regional economic communities have signed a new agreement to strengthen coordination in the use of the African Standby Force, in a move aimed at improving…
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sports
Women's stars call on Cricket Australia to fix scheduling
Concerns are growing about the lack of women's cricket in school-friendly slots over summer, amid warnings the schedule will hurt the game's growth among girls.
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politics
Election 2026: Do young people understand the power of the youth vote?
Young people aren't apathetic - but they need a reason to believe their vote matters, say two student leaders.
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Man who killed 13 in Fort Hood mass shooting to be executed by Army firing squad
Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell said in a statement that Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth recommended the execution and it was approved by President Donald Trump.
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business
Stock futures are little changed after Nasdaq hits new record: Live updates
The Nasdaq Composite jumped to a a fresh intraday all-time high and a record close on Monday.
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business
Africa: Security, Sacrifice or Opportunity - Visions Differ Over Effective Climate Action
[UN News] Should the world move away sharply from fossil fuels, or manage a slower, more careful retreat?
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Africa: Military Coups Promise Change - 4 Ways They Can Leave African Countries Worse Off
[The Conversation Africa] A military coup d'état is the ouster of an elected president or head of state, usually through the use or threat of force. Putschists (those who participate in a coup) often…
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technology
Trump says high gas prices 'small price to pay for keeping the world safe'
US president Donal Trump told rally goers in Grand Island, Nebraska, that high gas prices were a "small price to pay" for keeping the country and the world safe. "It’s a little bit high. It’s a small…
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politics
Secessionist party wins Quebec election in Canada
Parti Quebecois returns to power, promising a third referendum on Quebec's independence from Canada.
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entertainment
FlyDubai attack pilot was in NZ on student visa, police confirm
The pilot accused of attacking his colleague on a FlyDubai flight spent 175 days in New Zealand in 2018/19 under a six-month student visa.
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business
Trump targets tax-free diesel as Republicans approach midterms
President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order to ease limits on tax-free red-dyed diesel as fuel prices put pressure on Republican candidates. Trump said the move would save farmers…
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entertainment
As the planet warms, cities like Bangkok could be increasingly inundated by deadly floods
In the humid tropics of Southeast Asia, afternoon thunderstorms roll through almost every day. Daytime heat causes towering, fluffy cumulonimbus clouds to form and swell before unleashing torrential…
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Judith Lucy announces breast cancer diagnosis: ‘I’m in shock, but I’m OK’
Comedian reveals cancer in a joke-packed video, saying she will undergo a double mastectomy and ‘I’ll be keeping you abreast of everything, Australia’ Get our weekend culture and lifestyle email…
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technology
South Korea's Lee says AI appears to have been used in bank hacks
South Korea's police have launched a full-scale investigation into the hacking attacks against commercial banks that led to a breach of customers' personal information.
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In Japan, women’s sumo battles tradition and a male-dominated system for survival
More than 100 women gathered at the Kyoto City Budo Centre to practice sumo wrestling. Despite historic resistance, female participation in sumo is increasing, with over 600 women involved in various…
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politics
Ex-Army major who killed 13 at Fort Hood set to be executed by firing squad
Nidal Hasan’s execution by firing squad would mark the first time the U.S. military has put someone to death using the method since World War II.
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politics
Tillis says Trump impeachment over Jan 6 was 'weighty,' a 'vote of no confidence'
Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) on Monday said President Trump's impeachment in connection with the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol Hill attack was "weighty" and his impeachment trial was a "vote of no confidence."…
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Bestselling British author, former politician jailed for perjury, Jeffrey Archer dies at 86
Archer sold over 300 million copies worldwide and was known for pacy thrillers like his 1976 debut Not a Penny More, Not a Penny Less and 1979's Kane & Abel.
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business
War is forcing the world to reckon with geography’s power
Trade blockages in the Persian Gulf remind us of forces greater than technology and globalisation.
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politics
Trump criticizes election officials in Arizona’s Maricopa County over error
President Donald Trump is criticizing election officials in Arizona’s Maricopa County after about 3,000 ballots were mistakenly mailed early to voters
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politics
Trump urges supporters to vote by mail despite fraud claims
WASHINGTON, Oct 5 - President Donald Trump encouraged supporters on Saturday and again on Monday to vote by mail if they wanted, a change of tone for the US president, who has for years described…
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entertainment
Beau Lamarre-Condon trial shown CCTV of accused’s movements across Sydney after alleged double murder
Former NSW police officer has pleaded not guilty to February 2024 murders of Jesse Baird, 26, and Luke Davies, 29 Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Jurors have seen how…
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business
Little room for ‘giving and taking’: India’s finance minister confirms trade impasse with the U.S.
In the latest sign of growing skepticism around the closure of the trade deal between New Delhi and Washington, an Indian minister said there is little room for ‘giving and taking.’
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sports
Winnipeg Jets survive chaotic third period to beat Penguins 3-2
Alex Iafallo, Adam Lowry and Cole Perfetti all scored in the third while Clay Stevenson made 29 saves for the win in his Jets debut.
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politics
Separatist party projected to win Quebec election, adding new test to Canada's unity
The Parti Québécois, which secured a minority, has vowed to hold an independence referendum in the years to come.
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politics
Samoa leader apologises for Nazi salute after video from 2007 emerges
Schmidt acknowledged that his actions "were inappropriate and capable of causing offence and hurt".
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Nolan Wells' family seeks federal probe after grand jury declined to indict anyone for his death
WASHINGTON, Oct 5 - The family of an 18-year-old Black man whose body was found on a Mississippi barrier island following a Fourth of July trip with friends called on Monday for a federal…
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politics
Live: Tens of thousands expected at Paris protests as unions join students
Tens of thousands of people are expected to march in Paris on Tuesday as French trade unions join high school students protesting conditions in schools. The demonstrations have been marked by clashes…
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politics
The Separatist Parti Québécois Wins Quebec Election, Reviving Sovereignty Push
The separatist party’s victory fell short of clinching a majority that would have all but guaranteed a potential showdown with Ottawa over Canada’s future.
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politics
The Coalition’s migration policy rests on a series of false premises
Following months of discussions and partial announcements, Liberal leader Angus Taylor has unveiled the Coalition’s migration policy, including the “biggest cut to immigration in the history of this…
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Trump approves firing squad for convicted US military base shooter
Nidal Hasan, a US Army psychiatrist, shot dead 13 people and wounded more than two dozen people at the Fort Hood military base in Texas in 2009.
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Pentagon says Trump approves Army firing squad execution of Fort Hood killer Nidal Hasan
Former Army Maj. Nidal Hassan was sentenced to death after a court-martial that convicted him of killing 13 and wounding 32 others at an Army base in Texas.
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Fort Hood shooter to be executed by firing squad, in first since World War Two
The execution of Nidal Malik Hasan will be the first military execution since 1961 and the first by firing squad since the end of World War Two.
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business
Hong Kong’s big IPO haul
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technology
UK threatens to expel 27 Israeli diplomats over Jerusalem consulate closure: Report
The UK warned Israel that it will expel 27 Israeli diplomats from the Israeli embassy in London unless Tel Aviv's decision to close the British Consulate General in East Jerusalem is reversed, Ynet…
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sports
Cornell students stage anti-rape rally in support of 'Jane Doe'
ITHACA, New York, Oct 5 - Cornell University students staged a mass rally on Monday voicing solidarity with a classmate whose gang-rape allegations have ignited a national uproar and demanding that…
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Trump approves firing squad execution for US military base shooter Nidal Hasan
US President Donald Trump has approved the execution by firing squad of Nidal Hasan, a US Army psychiatrist who shot dead 13 people at a military base in 2009, the Pentagon said on Monday. Hasan’s…
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Potential Iranian Drone Attack Led to Exit of U.S. Aircraft from British Air Base
According to U.S. and British officials, 12 B-1 Air Force bombers from R.A.F. Fairford air base were withdrawn because of the risk of a drone attack ordered by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard…
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politics
Massachusetts man pleads guilty to selling radioactive material from Russia
Jacob D. Miller, 44, pleaded guilty to illegally importing plutonium and selling it.
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Hochul Declares a Measles Emergency as Cases Rise in Rural New York
The state has had 108 cases this year, the most since 2019. The declaration comes amid a national resurgence of the highly contagious viral illness.
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politics
Alleged Chinese agent makes federal court appearance
CBS News was first to report that the FBI arrested Wanying "Heather" Zhang on Sunday at Los Angeles International Airport before she boarded a flight to Shanghai, China.
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Chinese actress Li Bingbing credits success to younger sister who acts as manager, confidante
From a humble working-class family in northeast China to becoming a celebrated actress on the Hollywood stage, 53-year-old Li Bingbing’s ascent has never been a solo journey. At the heart of her…
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politics
Trump says he will stop using taxpayer funds for ads after bipartisan pushback
The ads, which tout Trump and his policies, could have violated US laws barring public government funds being spent on political advertising.
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politics
Trump says MAGA Inc. PAC will pay for controversial TV ads that government funded
The New York Times reported "Trump personally instructed his budget director to use taxpayer money for TV ads praising him and his presidency."
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politics
MAGA activists protest AI data centers at Big Tech headquarters in San Francisco
The group, called Humans First, advocates for better guardrails on data center construction and AI in general.
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Trump says taxpayers will no longer fund TV ads that praise him
Move comes after ethics experts criticised three nationally broadcast ads and called for independent investigations.
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India-UAE Joint Military Exercise Begins In Uttarakhand, Focus On Mountain Warfare
The Indian Army contingent comprises troops from a Bhairav Battalion, while the UAE Army contingent has troops from a Mountain Infantry Battalion, the defence ministry said.
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business
Aiming at fuel costs, Trump opens tax-exempt ‘red dye’ diesel to all drivers
Trump signed an executive order intended to help bring down sky-high diesel prices by allowing anyone to purchase tax-exempt “red dye” diesel.
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Indian Sailor Injured In Russian Strike On Cargo Ship. New Delhi Reacts
India has reacted to reports of a Russian attack on a cargo vessel, saying the aggression is "completely unacceptable."
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Trump offers U.S. help to Russia after plague death; WHO assesses the situation as low risk
WHO said it was in contact with Russian authorities, and has offered support if needed, while assessing the risk to the general public as low based on available information.
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politics
US pays US$950 million to buy California ICE jails from GEO Group
The deal covers three adjacent facilities in south California, with more than 2,600 beds combined.
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Bangkok braces for fresh chaos as possible floods threaten IMF-World Bank summit
Bangkok is preparing for possible flooding as more than 15,000 delegates are due to arrive for the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group. The Thai capital could…
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politics
Trump eases limits on dyed diesel in bid to cut fuel costs
This was Donald Trump's latest bid to pare costs for the fuel ahead of November’s midterm elections.
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Houthis target Aramco refinery, Saudi capital airport as Mecca defence pact activated
Yemen's Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for missile and drone attacks targeting Saudi Arabia's infrastructure. The reported strikes included key sites such as airports and an Aramco…
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In Big Move, First International Shipment Flagged Off From Assam's Dibrugarh
This is the first batch of cargo to be shipped from upper Assam's Dibrugarh to a foreign port since India's independence in 1947. The event comes nearly 70 years after the town's river ghat closed.
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Rubio spoke with Israel's Netanyahu on Monday, State Department official says
Rubio called Netanyahu from his plane while flying to Iceland from Washington, the spokesperson said.
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Defense attorney says Letitia James should recuse herself from Cornell investigation
An attorney for one of the seven men accused in the alleged sexual assault of a former Cornell University student at a fraternity house in 2024 is calling for Attorney General Letitia James to step…
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New mural in Tel Aviv shows Bart Simpson as a Hamas terrorist, Netanyahu, Eisenkot chasing him
Palombo explained that his intention to politicize Bart’s character in his new work signifies the indoctrination of minors, jihadist propaganda, and the transmission of violence to new generations.
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business
Lucid Motors’ EV output falls to lowest level in almost two years
The company is deliberately limiting production after years of struggling to find mass-market demand for its EVs.
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technology
Reflection AI releases first open model to rival China
The open source startup Reflection AI released its first open-weight model on Monday, stating it rivals leading open technologies made in the U.S. and China. Reflection AI, which has the backing of…
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entertainment
2 killed, including a student, in Central Florida school bus crash
A school bus was involved in a Central Florida crash Monday, killing two people, including a student, and several others were injured. Videos from the scene show the bus flipped onto its roof. CBS…
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politics
Green Party promises to close carve-outs for commercial fishers, end bottom trawling
"The Greens will ensure Tīkapa Moana is restored now, flourishing for generations to come," co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick says.
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Trump says 'threat' led US to pull bombers from RAF Fairford
The Pentagon confirmed on Sunday it had removed the B1 bombers from the base in England back to their home stations in America.
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Rideshare driver charged for alleged sexual assault of passenger in Winnipeg
A rideshare driver was arrested late last month and is facing charges for the alleged sexual assault of a passenger in Winnipeg, WPS said.
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technology
This new AI model could help America close a technological gap with China
Nvidia-backed Reflection AI announced Beam, a new ultra-efficient open model that boasts capabilities on par with those of Chinese ones
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politics
In a Major Boost for the Right, Another Bolsonaro Nears Brazil’s Presidency
Flávio Bolsonaro’s first round lead leaves President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva three weeks to find the votes to stop Brazil’s, and Latin America’s, rightward shift.
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Author and former politician Jeffrey Archer dies aged 86
His last book, Adam and Eve, is set to release this month.
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US bombers moved from UK airbase due to Iran-linked threats, Trump says
US President Donald Trump said on Monday that a threat linked to Iran had prompted the removal of American B-1 bombers from a British airbase. The planes had been stationed at RAF Fairford, the…
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politics
Trump's deportation agenda haunts him in two high-profile House races
President Trump’s deportation agenda is haunting him in two key House races as polls show Latino voters turning on the president and Republicans a month out from the midterm elections. The issue is…
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business
Pennsylvania’s measles outbreak is the country’s largest in three decades
Pennsylvania’s measles outbreak is now the largest in the U.S. in three decades.
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politics
Albertans disapprove of Donald Trump — and his brand is weakening separatism, too
American interest in Alberta separatism over the last 18 months has ranged from overt statements of support from cabinet officials and congressional allies to backing of the sovereignty movement by…
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science
US 'watching closely' after plague researcher dies in Russia
Donald Trump says the US was looking "very strongly" at the case of a lab technician who died at a research centre in Siberia.
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politics
Vance-Cruz battle suggests GOP gloves coming off in presidential fight
When Vice President JD Vance and Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) traded increasingly personal barbs over the last few days, one thing was clear: Not only is the 2028 Republican primary officially underway but…
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politics
Election 2026: National promises to cut foreign aid to boost Pharmac's budget, cancer screenings
The policy touches on the turf of both its coalition partners.
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Hong Kong must scrap housing plan and preserve golf course
The hotly contested court battle over government plans to build 12,000 public flats on Hong Kong’s oldest golf course has played its final round. The government decided not to appeal against a ruling…
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U.S. says Coast Guard came under fire near the border. Mexico wants evidence.
Hundreds of troops have been deployed to a southern border area where the U.S. Coast Guard was fired upon, U.S. officials said.
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technology
Ex-"American Idol" contestant Caleb Flynn gets life sentence
Caleb Flynn was found guilty of killing his wife, Ashley, and attempting to blame the murder on a break-in at their home.
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Woman charged with murder after stabbing seven-year-old girl in Chicago
Shavdon Gayden killed Eddimar Hernandez-Chacon in broad daylight while walking with her older sister A woman has been charged with murder after allegedly stabbing a seven-year-old girl, with police…
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politics
Trump says Russia plague reports concerning: Microbes 'stronger and smarter'
President Trump said Monday he is concerned about the suspected plague case in Russia, saying the U.S. is “looking at it very strongly.” The State Department said Monday it was monitoring the…
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business
House Democrat targets candidate prediction market trades after opponent’s Kalshi penalty
A new bill bans federal candidates from trading prediction market contracts related to their own elections and would result in a fine if violated.
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New York declares first US measles disaster emergency since 2025 surge
Oct 5 - New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a statewide disaster emergency on Monday over a measles outbreak, the first such declaration by a U.S. state since cases began surging in 2025.
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Brazil election: Authoritarian right gain an edge, fueled by voter apathy and discontent
The far-right bubble that has seen populist rightist figures elected across Latin America spilled over and flooded the ballot box in Brazil’s general elections held on Oct. 4, 2026 – fueled by a…
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politics
Remembering the lost Chinese market gardens that once fed Auckland
More than a century ago, central Auckland was home to gardens cultivated by migrants.
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Toronto police officer faces impaired driving charge after found asleep behind wheel
The 51-year-old inspector has been with the police for 30 years and was assigned to 55 Division. He has been suspended with pay.
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'There is so much more that unites than divides' Nigerian king tells 'Post' - interview
The king's visit was organized by Bishop Robert Stearns of Eagles' Wings, a Christian movement dedicated to strengthening Jewish-Christian ties, supporting Israel, and fighting antisemitism.
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Nigeria Military Helicopter Crashes With 32 Onboard
The crash was one of Nigeria’s worst military aviation accidents in years. The country has a history of fatal military aircraft crashes.
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Mary Fowler withdraws from Matildas squad for Germany, Haiti games
Mary Fowler will be replaced by Leah Davidson for the upcoming friendlies, with the Matildas star withdrawing due to personal circumstances.
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California family’s 6,625-acre cattle ranch protected after 112 years
The Kinsey family has strategically safeguarded their vast 6,625-acre ranch in Benbow, California, by implementing a conservation easement. This crucial step preserves the land's agricultural, forest…
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