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general
Turkey denies Israeli claims, says no troops were at Syrian airbase struck by IDF
Turkey's defense ministry: Israel’s military interventions against neighboring countries must not be accepted • Israel insists Ankara, Damascus were 'on verge' of breaking status quo
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politics
Likud fears new right-wing parties, alliances could split vote below electoral threshold - analysis
Senior Likud officials have urged Netanyahu to consider reserving a spot for Haddad on the Likud list in order to prevent him from joining Winter and creating another force to Likud's right.
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'We will tear you to pieces': Indian general warns Erdogan about pact with Saudi Arabia, Pakistan
Retired Maj.-Gen. Gagan Deep Bakshi says India needs Iran as a counterweight to Pakistan and will not sacrifice its interests to accommodate Israel.
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politics
Israel denies approving ISF's entry into Gaza without 'complete disarmament of Hamas'
The Prime Minister's Office said that there will be no reconstruction "of any kind" in the Gaza Strip without the complete disarmament of Hamas.
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politics
Israel, Colombia announce mutual visa exemption as nations continue to rebuild diplomatic ties
With the election of the new right-wing president of Colombia, Abelardo de la Espriella, Colombia and Israel have restored ties that had been severed for two years under the previous administration.
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politics
Israel, UK clash over 'destructive' West Bank settlement expansion, Miliband threatens sanctions
In response, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar said he "rejected outright the statement of the UK Foreign Secretary and the patronizing tone of his words."
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science
Chinese ‘hardship camps’ see children chop wood, feed pigs to learn family appreciation
Chinese parents are sending their children to “hardship summer camps” to engage in farm work, often to the point of tears, in an effort to teach them the realities of life and foster appreciation for…
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sports
OPINION: Being corrected by the French can be hard to take - but it really is helpful
For language learners, it's a common experience to have your grammar or pronunciation corrected while speaking to a French person. It is a - mostly - well-meaning habit, but as Emma Pearson explains…
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politics
School 'deeply saddened' by death of family in sea off Shoreham
Ellen Wilkinson School for Girls in Ealing pays tribute to Sara El-Khawas, 14, and her family who died.
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business
Alibaba cloud revenue rises 45% even as AI spending weighs on profit
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politics
'Do better': Albanese issues stern criticism of AFL in wake of Swans scandal
The Prime Minister has called on the AFL to "do better" in response to the Sydney Swans scandal engulfing the league.
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politics
GCSE results: hundreds of thousands of pupils across England, Wales and Northern Ireland receive grades – latest updates
Education secretary says the government is looking at changing the resits policy in England Compulsory GCSE resits in England harm teenagers’ mental wellbeing, study finds Myles McGinley, managing…
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politics
UK to lay out 'measures' against Israel over West Bank settlements
Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband says London will not allow 'destruction' of two-state solution British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband speaks as he meets his Spanish counterpart at the Palacio de Viana in…
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politics
ICE, Iran quietly worked together on deporting Iranians to Iran, emails show
U.S. immigration officials worked with Iran to deport more than 100 Iranians to Iran in 2025, newly released emails show, revealing a working relationship between them despite tensions mounting at the…
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politics
Wellington residents march on Parliament in bid to get rising water bills lowered
About 300 people turned up to Parliament to raise concerns about their water bills which were increasing by 13.3 percent on average across the region this year.
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general
LISTED: The new direct flights from Germany in Autumn 2026
As summer slowly begins to wind down, many people in Germany are already looking ahead to autumn city breaks and seeking a bit of winter sunshine. Here's a round-up of the new destinations you'll soon…
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politics
North Korea answers US olive branch with missile launch
North Korea has fired several short-range ballistic missiles, Seoul’s military said on Thursday, hours after US President Donald Trump said he would meet Pyongyang’s Kim Jong-un this year. The latest…
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politics
Spain expands Ceuta migrant shelters to ease crisis
The Spanish government announced on Thursday the creation of shelters for 1,800 migrants in Ceuta in a bid to relieve the humanitarian crisis there following last month's influx from Morocco.
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politics
In Seoul meeting with Wang Yi, South Korean president voices hope for closer China ties
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung told visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Thursday he would use the coming Apec leaders’ meeting in southern China to elevate bilateral ties, as Seoul and…
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science
Africa: WHO Declares Polio Outbreaks Over in Five African Countries
[Premium Times] WHO explained that the transmission was interrupted through targeted vaccination campaigns, epidemiological investigations and expanded environmental surveillance.
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politics
Missing teen hiker Lily Hooper found dead as NSW police apologise for miscommunication ‘born of elation’
Initial report from ‘thick and dense terrain’ where Hooper was located was she had been found alive but within 10 minutes a ‘more accurate account’ was relayed to police Follow our Australia news live…
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Boats from Eastern Libya: How Europe Is Bowing to a Libyan Warlord on Migration
Brussels is concerned about the rising number of migrants reaching Crete - and is allowing itself to be blackmailed by the notorious Haftar family in eastern Libya, as DER SPIEGEL reporting has found.
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science
UK faces climate rethink after summer of extreme heat and drought
Long accustomed to preparing for cold and wet weather, the United Kingdom is confronting a very different challenge: How to cope with increasingly hot and dry conditions.
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business
Russian Missiles Kill at Least 13 in Kyiv as Air Defenses Falter
Moscow is taking advantage of Ukraine’s depleted stock of interceptors and is intensifying attacks, worsening the civilian death toll.
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politics
Travelodge boss resigns as chain tackles security after sex assault at hotel
Jo Boydell had been criticised for the company's handling of issues with its safety and security.
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technology
Somali pirate menace returns as U.S.-Iran war stokes regional chaos and saps enforcement resources
Somali piracy incidents have resurged in the Red Sea region in recent times, especially since the U.S.-Iran war kicked off-major concern for shipping companies.
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general
Bare Grocery Shelves Are a New Wartime Hardship for Ukrainians
After years of pounding power plants and cities, Russia’s air war has taken aim at Ukraine’s supermarket warehouses.
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science
What to do if you're unhappy with your grades
Your full guide to this year's GCSE exams in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
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politics
Burnham announces plans to clean up illegal waste dumps – UK politics live
The prime minister has promised a crackdown on criminal gangs making money from dumping waste A former archbishop of Canterbury has accused Nigel Farage of misusing the UK’s Christianity “to channel…
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general
North Korea fires a suspected missile toward the sea, Japan says
The suspected launch on Thursday comes a day after North Korea shrugged off a U.S. decision to scale back military drills with South Korea in an apparent bid to resume diplomacy.
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US Army eyes mobile K9 howitzer to replace M777; India too shifts towards wheeled artillery
The US Army is testing South Korea's K9 Mobile Howitzer for potential replacement of towed systems. This move aligns with India's ongoing artillery modernization efforts under its rationalization…
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Russia launches ‘massive attack’ on Kyiv and surrounding region – Europe live
Zelenskyy says Russia had been preparing for a long time, combining different types of missiles Ukraine’s UK ambassador and former army chief Valerii Zaluzhnyi also called for Ukraine to get “not…
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politics
Drug-dealing, makeshift weapons and a ‘culture of fear’ at Villawood detention centre, report warns
Prolonged detention of children, insufficient staffing and hazardous damage to buildings are among the ombudsman’s concerns Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news…
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politics
Trump's economic 'D-Day' will only bring further defeat to US, Iran's Araghchi warns
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warns Trump’s economic campaign will fail, as IRGC spokesman Hossein Mohebbi threatens a more destructive Iranian response if another war breaks out.
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politics
How conflict is making life more expensive for Iranians
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sports
Australia 'outraged' over Israel decision to close probe into aid worker killings
Australia's top diplomat Penny Wong on Thursday said relations with Israel were "difficult" after it dropped a probe into the killing of aid worker Lalzawmi "Zomi" Frankcom and her colleagues in Gaza…
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Top executive at Opatra Hong Kong operator quits amid coercive sales probe
At least one top executive of the Hong Kong operator of UK-based beauty chain Opatra London has resigned, it emerged on Thursday, after customs officers arrested two of the company’s managers over…
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entertainment
Angelique Kidjo becomes first African musician to get Hollywood star
Five-time Grammy winner Angelique Kidjo on Tuesday became the first Black African to be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In a glitzy ceremony under palm trees and picture-perfect…
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politics
Zimbabwe ferry disaster under scrutiny as death toll rises to 94
The death toll from a ferry disaster in Zimbabwe last week rose to 94 on Tuesday, police said, with the recovery of two more bodies. Local Government Minister Daniel Garwe said Tuesday that the…
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business
Hearing on Karmelo Anthony's bid for new murder trial set for Thursday
The hearing comes a day after the Collin County judge who presided over the murder trial was removed from further proceedings in the case.
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science
Coronary artery disease killed actor Ray MacDonald
The well-known Thai actor and travel content creator Ray MacDonald, who died suddenly on Wednesday at age 49, was suffering from triple-vessel coronary artery disease, according to his wife and close…
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politics
State-backed Israeli settler violence forces West Bank displacement: HRW
HRW calls for sanctions and suspension of military aid as dozens of Palestinian communities are at risk of erasure.
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general
Why Your Next Long-Haul Layover May Be in Seoul, Not Dubai
The Iran war has slashed transit traffic at Middle Eastern airports, creating opportunities for hubs in Asia and beyond — at least for now.
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politics
Africa: For Migrant Women, The Right to Healthcare Does Not Always Mean Access
[allAfrica] Mombasa, Kenya -- Over the past year, South Africa has witnessed several incidents in which migrants, asylum seekers and undocumented people have reportedly faced barriers to essential…
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Pilot killed after small plane and police helicopter collide in Pennsylvania
The two troopers who were on board the helicopter escaped with minor injuries.
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Police charge three alleged hit squad members with murder, extortion in northern Israel
Police received reports of shots fired at close range in Bukata. Abu Shahin, who investigators said was the intended target, and Saada, who was a bystander, were both pronounced dead at the scene.
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business
Jobless rate steady at 3.7% since start of 2026 but pressure mounting
Hong Kong’s jobless rate has remained unchanged since the start of the year, new figures show, although the labour chief has warned of rising pressure on unemployment as fresh graduates enter the…
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politics
Trump’s Order to Cut Military Exercises With South Korea Carries Risks, Experts Say
President Trump’s decision to curtail the military exercises came as allies question the U.S. commitment to longstanding alliances.
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As Iran and U.S. Settle Into an Uneasy Standoff, Who Will Blink First?
For weeks, there has been no diplomatic progress, but also no full-scale fighting, as both sides seem to believe they can hold out longer than the other.
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politics
Ken Paxton’s $1,000 Pen Incident Resurfaces in Texas Senate Race
The pen Mr. Paxton pocketed more than a decade ago has resurfaced as a campaign issue.
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business
Sales of trainers dive as cost of living pressures hit JD Sports performance
Inflation deterring shoppers from spending, especially in the US, says sportswear fashion chain Sports fashion retailer JD has slashed its profit forecasts as cost-of-living pressures, fuelled by the…
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science
How Trump Is Trying to Crush California’s Climate Policies
At least a half-dozen federal agencies have taken action against the state that has long led the nation in environmental protections.
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technology
The A.I.-Robotics Job Only a Human Can Do
In India, some people are strapping cameras to their bodies to collect data on how humans move and train A.I.
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politics
US Body Seeks Sanctions On RSS Ahead Of Mohan Bhagwat's New York Visit
USCIRF Commissioner Gene Mills said RSS leaders, even when affiliated with the Indian government, should not be honoured with high-level meetings or diplomatic courtesies.
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technology
The Indian City Where AI Is Creating Jobs for Humans
In the fast-growing field of data annotation, workers in a small city in south India train A.I. to improve how it performs tasks traditionally done by people.
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business
Humanoid robots' 'ChatGPT moment' could be 10 years away, Unitree founder says
Unitree founder Wang Xingxing says humanoid robots could take up to 10 years to reach a breakthrough comparable to ChatGPT.
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general
4 workers die after being hit by train north of Tokyo
Four workers died on Thursday after being hit by an express train at a station in Tochigi Prefecture, north of Tokyo, police said. The four men were on the tracks to remove weeds when the accident…
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general
Wrestler Logan Paul lists California ‘LSD ranch’ for $3 million
Decades ago, the property was used as the headquarters of an LSD operation run by former Harvard professor Timothy Leary.
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business
Tottenham in talks to sign Man City's Savinho and Marmoush
Spurs open talks with Manchester City to sign attacking duo Omar Marmoush and Savinho.
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general
Man With Consignment Of 10 Illegal Firearms Arrested By Delhi Police
Delhi Police arrest man with 10 illegal firearms linked to a cross-state smuggling network.
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science
Salmonella Is Everywhere
From granola to guacamole, a wide variety of foods have been recalled lately over salmonella risks. Experts say common-sense precautions go a long way.
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technology
Privacy advocates call on Maryland to investigate data brokers
Maryland has one of the strictest data privacy laws in the country. But privacy advocates allege data brokers are violating the law by selling data to police and federal immigration agencies.
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science
How to better protect Europe from wildfires
In another summer of European wildfires that have even seen wetlands burning, scientists say the situation is set to worsen in the future. What's needed is fire prevention and climate protection.
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technology
Electronic billing: What businesses and freelancers in France need to do by September
If you are a freelancer, sole trader, contractor or small business owner in France you will know about ‘facturation électronique’ rules that come into effect from September 1st - here's what you need…
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politics
Ukraine: Several killed in 'massive' Russian strikes on Kyiv
The strikes on the Ukrainian capital and its surrounding regions also injured dozens, damaged buildings and caused power cuts. In neighboring Poland, the military started preventive operations to…
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politics
Whales spark joy in New York but face threats from boat traffic
Eager cruise passengers zipping around New York's southern shores rush to the starboard bow: a humpback whale is up for air, a breathtaking sighting set against Manhattan's iconic skyline. Such scenes…
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business
Nigeria Approved a US$45 Million Rail Link to Its Lagos Ports. Almost Nobody Noticed
Nigeria approved a US$45.3 million rail link to four Lagos ports in February 2025. The Dangote refinery is why it matters, and it is still largely unbuilt.
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business
A Small Nigerian Refinery Has Been About to Start Making Petrol Since 2024
Aradel says petrol output at its Ogbele refinery will start in 2027. The same 3,000-barrel unit was called mechanically complete in October 2024.
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general
How Delhi Businessman's Wife Foiled 'Special-26'-Style Fake CBI Raid At Home
The businessman's wife, who was present at home at the time, refused to open the gate and asked the men to verify their identities and produce a valid search warrant.
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sports
Russian strikes kill at least 12 in Kyiv, surrounding region
Russian bombardments killed at least 12 people and wounded dozens in Ukraine's capital and its surrounding region overnight, authorities said on Thursday. The two countries have ramped up long-range…
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general
Domestic helper arrested after 1-year-old girl suffers burns in Hong Kong
A domestic helper has been arrested in Hong Kong on suspicion of child neglect after a one-year-old girl in her care suffered second-degree burns to her hands, according to the child’s mother. A…
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politics
ICC says US sanctions 'flagrant attack' on court independence
The International Criminal Court on Wednesday lashed out at the United States after Washington slapped sanctions on ICC President Tomoko Akane, calling it a "flagrant attack" on the court's…
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politics
Australia summons Israeli envoy over decision not to prosecute aid worker killings
The attack drew widespread condemnation from the United States and several allies after citizens of Britain and Poland, as well as Palestinians and a dual US-Canadian citizen were among those killed.
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general
Israel must investigate itself: IDF accountability strengthens the country - editorial
An army governed by law must be capable of determining when a mistake was understandable, when negligence occurred, and when a line was crossed.
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politics
Chinese green tea is bringing people together in West Africa, 3 cups at a time
West Africa has embraced Chinese green tea – from government offices in Mauritania to roadside stalls in Senegal, Mali and Niger, it is at the heart of a tradition that brings people together. The…
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general
‘Ray of hope’: Gaza seed bank rebuilds after wartime destruction
Just three per cent of the cropland in Gaza remains accessible and undamaged, the FAO said.
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business
Pilot killed, 2 troopers injured after plane collides in midair police helicopter
A small airplane and a helicopter collided midair near the Carlisle airport in Pennsylvania's Cumberland Valley on Wednesday evening, according to the FAA.
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politics
Pentagon officials considering firing Stars and Stripes publisher, sources say
Max Lederer, who has served as the publisher of Stars and Stripes for 19 years, this week announced to colleagues his decision to retire on Sept. 30, citing fundamental differences with the Trump…
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politics
'The type of treatment we're looking for': Worldwide cancer trial shows promise in treatment of melanoma
Forty-five Kiwi patients have participated among 1000 worldwide, with possible benefits for those with other forms of cancer.
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general
Lake Zurich sees water level hit record low amid drought
The water level in the lake on Aug 19 did not exceed 404.45m above sea level, falling below the previous record of 405.46m.
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politics
Government scraps certification requirement for some drone operations
The government says it is freeing up farmers to use drones more but critics say it increases the chance that a machine could veer off and kill someone.
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general
Kyiv comes under Russian missile attack, killing at least six
Death reported after residential areas and warehouses hit in heavy bombardment in capital and surrounding region A heavy Russian bombardment killed at least six people and wounded dozens in Ukraine’s…
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technology
One killed when small plane, state police helicopter collide in Pennsylvania
One person was killed and two Pennsylvania State Police troopers were injured when a small plane and a state police helicopter were involved in a midair collision in central Pennsylvania, authorities…
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science
Auckland has its worst week for flu-related hospitalisations in 10 years
There were 177 people admitted to the four Auckland hospitals with severe acute respiratory illness from the 9 - 16 August, up from 125 patients the week before.
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general
Iran goes on offensive as diplomacy with US stalls
Tehran appears to have concluded that "if confrontation becomes unavoidable, Iran should escalate earlier and more forcefully rather than wait for the United States or Israel to define the terms of…
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politics
NASA satellite rescue mission fails, swift telescope set to fall to earth
NASA said on Wednesday a $30 million mission to save its Swift space telescope had failed after the rescue spacecraft could not be controlled. The unprecedented effort aimed to use a robot to move…
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politics
Government considered cancelling carbon auctions after policy changes tanked prices
The move was considered after policy changes tanked the carbon price, documents show.
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business
SK Hynix shares surge over 12% in Seoul after announcing massive stock buyback
Shares of SK Hynix surged over 12% in Seoul after the company announced a massive stock buyback.
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politics
Two 17-year-olds from Sydney private school among three charged over alleged rape of teenage girl
St Gregory’s College says alleged attack on Saturday ‘antithesis of what we stand for and the values that we embrace’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news…
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politics
Syria says no Turkish military build-up planned at airbase struck by Israel
Aug 20 - Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani said he made clear to Israel there were no plans to establish a Turkish military base at Abu al-Duhur airbase, which Israel struck on Tuesday, saying…
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business
Trump threatens 'tremendous economic consequences' on any country helping Iran
It comes after a 60-day ceasefire expired on Monday, with no sign of a diplomatic or military off-ramp to the conflict.
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technology
Shaibani's arrival in Pakistan marks first Syrian diplomatic visit in nearly two decades
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani arrived in Pakistan on Wednesday, marking the first visit by a senior Syrian diplomat to the country in 19 years. According to the Syrian Arab News Agency…
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general
Missing teen hiker found dead in Australian bush after eight-day search
Lily Hooper was reported missing on 12 August after failing to return from a hike in a Sydney national park.
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business
Hyundai's new flagship vehicle is a large luxury Genesis EV
The GV90 features a new design direction for Genesis and expands the Hyundai brand's lineup to seven vehicles in the U.S.
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politics
Impassioned Jacqui Lambie reveals health struggle as she condemns Labor’s ‘callous disregard for veterans’
Independent senator urges prime minister to reconsider, arguing $5,000 cap for allied health services did not go far enough Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news…
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politics
As election looms, Netanyahu puts Turkey in Israel’s crosshairs
Unlike other countries attacked by Netanyahu such as Iran, Turkey has powerful allies.
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politics
Australia 'outraged' after Israeli decision not to prosecute over killing of aid worker in Gaza
Australia's foreign minister summoned the Israeli ambassador over "insulting" Zomi Frankcom decision.
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entertainment
Harry and Meghan moving back to Britain: reports
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will return to the UK after living in the US for over six years, according to reports. The former senior royals will reportedly live in a private residence.
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entertainment
Erin Patterson appeal live: prosecutors to seek life in prison without parole for triple murderer
Victorian court of appeal also to consider whether triple murder and attempted murder convictions should be quashed Erin Patterson argues mushroom murder convictions should be quashed due to…
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business
IPO queen Pamela Chung says headway needed for initial public offering connect scheme
Hong Kong is seeing an opportune time to move forward with a so-called IPO connect scheme, according to Pamela Chung Kong-hung, Vistra’s managing director and head of its IPO & Share Registry…
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