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HK's Tiananmen activists guilty in national security trial
Three activists were accused of inciting others to subvert state power under the China-introduced law.
Places mentioned: Hong Kong and 1 other place
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What happened to Harry and Meghan's American dream?
Harry and Meghan enjoyed some showbusiness success, but their Hollywood reign proved short-lived.
Places mentioned: Los Angeles and 1 other place
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Russia holds rare missile test near islands claimed by Japan
Missiles were launched from a nuclear-powered submarine around the Southern Kuril islands.
Places mentioned: Japan and 1 other place
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England leave Pakistan on the ropes at Headingley after day 2
Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jordan Cox and Dan Lawrence all scored half-centuries after England resumed from 112/2. Rain delayed the start of play by nearly four hours, but England's batters made the most…
Places mentioned: Pakistan
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Meghan could return to acting once back in UK
Sources close to the Sussexes have not denied reports that Meghan has been offered an acting role in the UK.
Places mentioned: London
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Jazz and gospel fill the church in Little Burgundy as Montreal honours Oliver Jones
The tears were flowing as family and friends shared stories about a generous, talented and humble man.
Places mentioned: Montreal
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Why an anti-Israel DSA member bested Alex Vindman in a Florida Senate primary
Nixon has repeatedly accused Israel of committing genocide and criticized Vindman for staying silent on Israel.
Places mentioned: Miami
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Japan executes man who killed five in Pachinko parlour fire
This is the first time since June 2025 that the country has enacted capital punishment.
Places mentioned: Tokyo
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U.S. bond intervention is like 'paying your mortgage with your credit card,' JPMorgan's Sullivan says
The U.S. government's efforts to manage pressure in the Treasury market risk merely shifting the problem down the road, according to JPMorgan's James Sullivan.
Places mentioned: China
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Teen driving car with booze consignment kills pedestrian near Mumbai
A 16-year-old boy allegedly driving a car with liquor ran over two women pedestrians. One woman died from her injuries while the other sustained serious harm. The vehicle's owner and registered driver…
Places mentioned: Mumbai
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At least 10 injured after crane falls on railway OHE in Mumbai’s Kurla
A crane from an MMRDA work site fell onto railway equipment early Friday. Ten people sustained injuries in the incident near Qureshi Nagar in Kurla. The overhead equipment on the Kurla-Trombay section…
Places mentioned: Mumbai
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Real-life ‘gold-devouring beast’: Chinese girl, 5, hospitalised after swallowing gold bar
A five-year-old girl in northern China accidentally swallowed a 50-gram gold bar, sparking viral jokes online that she took the mainland nickname for children – “gold-devouring beasts” – far too…
Places mentioned: Beijing
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Markey, Moulton lock horns ahead of Massachusetts Senate primary: 3 takeaways from last debate
Rep. Seth Moulton and Sen. Ed Markey exchanged blows from the onset of the final Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary debate as the 47-year-old House lawmaker mounts a longshot bid to oust his…
Places mentioned: Boston
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Police continue hunt for missing $37,000 violin left on bus
A 38-year-old man has been charged with theft in relation to the missing valuable instrument.
Places mentioned: China
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Key European leaders demand Israel halt West Bank settlement project
The UN has said the E1 plan posed an “existential threat” to a contiguous Palestinian state.
Places mentioned: Israel and 3 other places
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Redblacks fall to 0-10 with loss to Alouettes
The Ottawa Redblacks are still searching for their first win, and now sit in some very lonely company.
Places mentioned: Boston and 1 other place
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Navy discusses renaming aircraft carrier after Trump instead of heroic Black sailor
The USS Doris Miller would be the first aircraft carrier named after a Black and an enlisted sailor. The decision to name the carrier after Miller was made during Trump’s first term.
Places mentioned: Hawaii
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Hong Kong convicts activists in national security trial
The two pro-democracy Tiananmen activists were found guilty of inciting subversion. The high profile case has been widely criticized for highlighting the deterioration of freedom of expression.
Places mentioned: Hong Kong and 1 other place
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Japan executes man behind pachinko parlour arson that killed 5
Japan executed on Friday a man convicted of an arson attack on a pachinko parlour in 2009 that killed five people, authorities said. It was Japan’s first hanging since Takahiro Shiraishi, the “Twitter…
Places mentioned: Japan and 1 other place
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US warns allies and China to join Iran economic pressure campaign
The United States on Thursday urged allies and China to join its campaign to isolate Iran's economy, as President Donald Trump seeks to intensify pressure on Tehran amid a stalemate in the war and…
Places mentioned: Washington and 2 other places
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Liberia receives first group of "third country" deportees from U.S., officials say
The West African nation of Liberia received the first group of "third country" deportees from the U.S. on Thursday, including migrants from Latin America, U.S. officials told CBS News.
Places mentioned: Maryland
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Bali jails Swiss tourist for insulting sacred Day of Silence
The 26-year-old sparked anger with an expletive-laden post about the sacred holiday.
Places mentioned: Indonesia
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‘Hypnotised’ with water, raped: Mumbai airhostess falls prey to 'evil eye’ ploy
A 25-year-old airhostess was allegedly raped by a man posing as transgender. The accused entered her flat on the pretext of using black magic for her husband. Police arrested the 28-year-old accused…
Places mentioned: Mumbai
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Hong Kong Tiananmen vigil organiser, former leaders guilty of inciting subversion
A now-disbanded alliance behind Hong Kong’s annual Tiananmen Square vigil, along with two of its former leaders, have been found guilty of inciting subversion under the national security law for…
Places mentioned: Hong Kong and 1 other place
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Japan's historic yen intervention has ‘turbo-charged’ the carry trade
Japan's historic effort to prop up the yen may have had an unintended consequence: giving investors a better opportunity to put the carry trade back on.
Places mentioned: Japan
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Why a chronically underfunded arts sector will make NZ poorer – and duller
Getty Images A very tight recent funding round from Creative New Zealand, as well as confirmation of significant staff cuts at the government agency, have compounded anxiety in an already struggling…
Places mentioned: New Zealand and 2 other places
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US vows to 'collapse' Iran with new sanctions as energy prices spike
The US will impose "the toughest sanctions in history” on Iran, Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent said on Thursday, vowing to ramp up economic pressure on the Islamic Republic even as the…
Places mentioned: Washington
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Democratic California state legislator Wahab wins US House of Representatives seat
Places mentioned: California
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Catholic Schools NSW boss sacked after appearance at Icac inquiry into alleged Liberal party corruption
Watchdog investigating whether Dallas McInerney arranged illegal political donations from schools to lobbying companies controlled by the Reformers Follow our Australia news live blog for latest…
Places mentioned: Sydney
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Florida Counts Its Election Ballots Fast. Why Can’t California Keep Up?
Florida counted most of its primary ballots within hours on Tuesday night, well ahead of the days California took to report the results of its major election.
Places mentioned: Florida and 1 other place
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29 US states are suing Meta. What might it mean for the rest of the world?
This week, a trial commenced in the United States that could drastically change how Facebook and Instagram operate globally. The trial in Oakland, which is expected to last six weeks, pits 29 US…
Places mentioned: Sydney
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US vows toughest-ever Iran sanctions, presses China to help reopen Hormuz
The United States is preparing unprecedented sanctions against Iran. These measures aim to increase economic pressure on Tehran significantly. Washington also seeks cooperation from China regarding…
Places mentioned: Washington
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Japan headline inflation rate hits highest this year as energy prices bite
Core inflation — which strips out prices of fresh food but includes energy — was in line with expectations, coming in at 1.8%.
Places mentioned: Iran and 1 other place
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Brent hovers near $94 as US-Iran conflict continues to squeeze energy supply
On Friday, oil prices held steady, with Brent crude nearing $94 per barrel amid ongoing supply disruptions triggered by the US-Iran conflict. Both Brent and WTI benchmarks are poised for a second…
Places mentioned: Iran
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Hong Kong Tiananmen vigil activists convicted under nat. security law, face up to 10 years in prison
Hong Kong Tiananmen vigil activists Chow Hang-tung and Lee Cheuk-yan have been convicted of incitement to subversion under a Beijing-imposed national security law. At the West Kowloon Law Courts…
Places mentioned: Hong Kong and 1 other place
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Summerland businesses face another blow as water advisory keeps doors closed
Summerland is trying to get back on its feet after the Bald Range wildfire, but for some local businesses, the disruption is far from over.
Places mentioned: Canada
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House Democrat: Rein in data centers without losing tech race to China
Democratic Rep. Suhas Subramanyam (Va.), whose own district lies in a hotbed of data center activity, pushed to rein them in on Thursday, but not enough where the U.S. would lose the technology race…
Places mentioned: Virginia
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'Pakistan a poor side': Former England great delivers blunt verdict
Stuart Broad called Pakistan a poor side and expects England to win the series. Pakistan's batting struggled, being bowled out for 171 on the first day. England then took a significant first-innings…
Places mentioned: Pakistan
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Nancy Kissinger, wife of former US Secretary of State, dies at 92
She travelled widely with her husband on diplomatic missions after their 1974 marriage.
Places mentioned: Washington and 1 other place
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Video: Moment Ship With 21 Indian Sailors Came Under Iran's Attack In Hormuz
The incident involved a Panama-flagged container ship that was fired upon by Iranian boats amid an escalation of tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Places mentioned: Iran
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Chinese humanoid robots' biggest obstacle: humans are still (mostly) better
Humanoid robots still struggle to perform as efficiently as humans in most labor scenarios.
Places mentioned: Beijing
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Aisha Wahab wins special election to serve out remainder of Eric Swalwell's term
The partial term for California's 14th Congressional District ends January 2027, after which the candidate chosen in the November election will serve the next full term.
Places mentioned: Dublin
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Montreal police used banned hog-tie restraint before man, 29, died, coroner finds
According to Géhane Kamel's report dated Aug. 12, police use of a hog-tie restraint technique likely contributed to the death of Abisay Cruz.
Places mentioned: Montreal
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Treasury Secretary Bessent says US will 'squash' Iranian economy, collapse 'murderous regime'
"I see lots of reports that said, 'oh, well, this has never worked.' It does work, because we have a combination. It is a one-two punch," Bessent said.
Places mentioned: Turkey
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Australian police recover body of missing teenage hiker near Sydney
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns apologised on Thursday (Aug 19) for initially reporting that the teenager had been found alive.
Places mentioned: Sydney
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Lebanese Shiite scholar says Hezbollah brought 'destruction' and 'hatred' to Lebanon
When asked on the likelihood of Hezbollah disarming, Fuani showed optimism, citing the aftermath of President Ahmed al-Sharaa's successful overthrow of Bashar al-Assad.
Places mentioned: Israel
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Winnipeg’s Braxton Kuntz 1 shot off the lead at Manitoba Open
Winnipeg's Braxton Kuntz is in a tie for second place at the Manitoba Open through the opening round at the Elmhurst Golf and Country Club.
Places mentioned: Boston
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China hunts for lunar ice in one of solar system's coldest places
Places mentioned: China
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Mehul Choksi's Lawyer Vijay Aggarwal Arrested In London Over Sexual Assaults
Vijay Aggarwal is known for representing fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi in extradition-related proceedings in Belgium.
Places mentioned: London
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Trump and former fixer Michael Cohen bury the hatchet
The president and his former fixer put their contentious past behind them and reunited on Cohen’s radio show after years of legal feuds and name calling.
Places mentioned: New York
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In the embodied AI race, China can opt to look beyond bigger models
The world has seen tremendous progress in the capabilities of robots in the past year. Robots can now walk, dance, run and perform increasingly sophisticated movements, yet impressive demonstrations…
Places mentioned: China
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She was a California comeback story, serving juvenile probation in a UC Davis dorm for killing a teen, when arrested again
A Sacramento County judge ordered her into a UC Davis program for formerly incarcerated students. She was arrested seven months later, accused of dealing drugs from her dorm, where officers found…
Places mentioned: Los Angeles
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US planning to block Abbas from addressing UN next month, sources tell 'Post'
One person with knowledge told the Post that Abbas reportedly asked Turkey for help to convince the US to reverse the decision.
Places mentioned: Turkey
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US hits Hezbollah with fresh sanctions, emphasizing ties to Iranian government
The Treasury Department redesignated the group "for service to the Iranian regime under the command of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Quds Force," according to a statement.
Places mentioned: Israel and 1 other place
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USS George Washington arrives in Middle East as USS Abraham Lincoln prepares to sail home - report
This comes a week after US Senator Richard Blumenthal demanded a formal inquiry into the conditions aboard the Lincoln amid reports of low morale, suicide attempts, and supply shortages.
Places mentioned: Washington
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Despite US sanctions on Xinjiang cotton, China’s textile industry weathers the storm
When the US government announced the addition of 43 Chinese companies to an import blacklist in late July over allegations of forced labour in the country’s western Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region…
Places mentioned: China
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Pakistan: Former PM Khan moved to private hospital
Khan's supporters say his health has deteriorated during more than three years in prison since being removed from office in 2022.
Places mentioned: Pakistan
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Hyundai considering U.S. production increase at new Georgia plant, CEO tells CNBC
The potential capacity increase would be part of Hyundai's plan to invest $26 billion in the U.S. through 2028, Hyundai CEO José Muñoz told CNBC.
Places mentioned: San Francisco
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Drug trafficking suspects sought by U.S. may seek trial in Canada instead
Gurtej Smagh, Jaskarn Baghri, and Ravinder Dhanda were arrested last month in B.C. and face charges in the U.S. for their alleged involvement in cross-border drug trafficking.
Places mentioned: New York and 1 other place
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ISIS-linked female suspect arrested in plot to blow up New York State Capitol
Bowie was arrested on charges of attempting to provide material support to a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO), ISIS.
Places mentioned: New York
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Warsh faces Fed independence test as Bessent moves in on central bank's turf
Bessent’s effort to tamp down long-term Treasury yields could force Warsh to clarify how far the Fed should go in coordinating on bonds and the balance sheet.
Places mentioned: Wyoming
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Winston Peters says US scaling back of military drill New Zealand involved in 'a surprise'
The defence force wasn't given a heads up that an exercise it's taking part in with allies was being significantly reduced - finding out through media reports.
Places mentioned: Washington and 2 other places
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Cameroon’s Aging President Returns From Months-Long Stay Abroad
Paul Biya, 93, had been in Switzerland since early June. The prolonged absence stirred questions about his health and plans for succession.
Places mentioned: Switzerland
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Philadelphia police ID man in "Chucky-style" mask as Zymire Hughes
Police have identified the suspect wanted for terrorizing people near Philadelphia City Hall last week while wearing a "Chucky-style" mask.
Places mentioned: New York
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Brief shutdown of Bearspaw water main coming in September for Calgary region
Residents of Calgary and surrounding communities, freed nearly five months ago from water restrictions, are being warned of another possible Bearspaw feeder main shutdown.
Places mentioned: Boston
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Brian Hickerson's attorney issues statement after Hayden Panettiere's death
An investigation into the late actress's death is ongoing.
Places mentioned: Egypt and 2 other places
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Fiji Bati captain Tui Kamikamica retires
The Fiji Bati's campaign at the 2026 Rugby League World Cup later this year has been dealt a tough blow with the sudden retirement of captain Tui Kamikamica.
Places mentioned: Australia
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The Message Behind Trump’s Threats of ‘Economic Warfare’ Against Iran
President Trump’s threats of an “economic D-Day” carry a clear signal to Iran that he does not want to go back to war.
Places mentioned: Iran
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Scientists Release Biggest 2D Map of the Universe
Article URL: https://newscenter.lbl.gov/2026/08/10/scientists-release-biggest-2d-map-of-the-universe/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49380671 Points: 3 # Comments: 0
Places mentioned: Beijing
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Australia news live: PM says he shouldn’t have gone on Bush Deep podcast; home sales to overseas buyers plunge
Albanese said now-infamous interview, dubbed ‘melon-gate’, taught him he needs ‘to do better every day’. Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Butler…
Places mentioned: Sydney
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N.S. energy minister apologizes after ‘harmful’ rap lyrics prompt resignation call
MacLeod, 37, said the recording was posted online 13 years ago and never generated any money.
Places mentioned: Florida
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2nd-degree murder charge laid in death of 16-year-old girl at north Edmonton townhouse
A 16-year-old boy has been charged with second-degree murder after a 16-year-old girl was killed at the Park Hill Condominium townhouse complex in north Edmonton's Hairsine area.
Places mentioned: New York and 1 other place
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Woman accused of plotting "major attack" on New York State Capitol building
A New York woman is accused of plotting "a major attack" on the state capitol building in Albany, authorities said Thursday.
Places mentioned: New York
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Homeland Security Unable to Prove That Thousands of Noncitizens Registered to Vote in Nevada
The Department of Homeland Security told Nevada election officials that it identified 185 “potential” noncitizens on the state’s voter rolls, not the nearly 16,000 it claimed last month.
Places mentioned: Nevada
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Darline Graham’s Debate Misstep Tests South Carolina’s Appetite for a Political Newcomer
The South Carolina senator has argued that her lack of political experience is a strength as she runs to succeed her late brother, Lindsey Graham. But a debate misstep has rattled some of her…
Places mentioned: South Carolina
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IndyCar president: 'Could be a little bit of carnage' in DC race this weekend
IndyCar President Doug Boles said Thursday morning that tight corners on the Freedom 250 Grand Prix racecourse around the National Mall this weekend could result in a “little bit of carnage” in the…
Places mentioned: Pennsylvania
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Jailed Pak Ex-PM Imran Khan Taken To Hospital After Court Order
Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, or PTI, said in a brief statement that he was transferred from Adiala prison to Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad following a Supreme Court order…
Places mentioned: Pakistan
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Met Éireann forecasts mostly dry and bright weekend after week of showers
Rain clears through Friday before sunny spells take hold, with temperatures reaching 19 degrees
Places mentioned: Ireland
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As China shows, liberal capitalism is not the only path
Much of the Western debate about China begins with a category error. “Communism” is often treated as synonymous with a monolithic command economy, limited private enterprise and bureaucratic control…
Places mentioned: China
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On the ground in Kyiv after latest wave of Russian strikes
Russia launched a drone attack on Kyiv overnight Wednesday into Thursday, killing at least 16 people and wounding 40 more. These videos show the moment strikes hit the Ukrainian capital and the damage…
Places mentioned: Russia
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Japan’s U.S. Ties Could Not Save a Top Judge From Trump’s I.C.C. Sanctions
Japan had tried to dissuade the U.S. from imposing sanctions on Tomoko Akane, president of the International Criminal Court, but the White House pressed ahead.
Places mentioned: Japan
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High-risk sex offender facing new charges in Langley after being released again
Michael Wayne Carpenter is currently on a long-term supervision order for sexual assault with a weapon, forcible confinement and uttering threats.
Places mentioned: New York and 1 other place
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FBI Arrests Woman in Plot to Bomb New York State Capitol Building
Federal prosecutors say the woman met with an F.B.I. informant several times to plan an attack on the building, which houses the governor’s office.
Places mentioned: New York
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Israeli soccer set for another thrilling season
Defending champion Hapoel Beersheba leads a crowded field of contenders, with Beitar Jerusalem, Hapoel Tel Aviv, and the country’s traditional powerhouses all eyeing the title.
Places mentioned: Tel Aviv
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Pakistan’s ex-PM Imran Khan reportedly moved to hospital from jail
Former leader was escorted from Adiala jail to Shifa International Hospital, following court order, local media reports.
Places mentioned: Pakistan
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Major Nigerian coke bust leads to arrest
Nigeria's Drug enforcement has broken up an international cocaine trafficking ring that used the continent's most populous country as a transit point for internaionally bound shipments of life…
Places mentioned: Paris
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US Army unit offers soldiers 4 days off to play Grand Theft Auto VI if they re-enlist
A US Army unit is offering its troops a special bonus if they re-enlist soon: four extra days off timed around the November release of the video game Grand Theft Auto VI. Commanders of the 9th Brigade…
Places mentioned: Georgia
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Closing arguments in Lindsay Clancy murder trial expected next week
Day 17 wrapped early on Thursday in the trial against Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother who admitted to killing her three children. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has the details.
Places mentioned: Massachusetts
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Vacant Winnipeg home to be demolished after ‘severe fire, smoke and water damage’
A vacant home in Point Douglas is set to be knocked down after its second fire this summer, the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service said.
Places mentioned: Canada
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Bessent's efforts in the Treasury market so far haven't worked. Here's what else he can try
Market experts showed skepticism at whether the push would succeed against a bevy of factors working against Treasurys.
Places mentioned: Japan
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Bond markets rattle economy, sparking controversial buyback
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Bond markets rattle economy, sparking controversial buyback The U.S. bond market is…
Places mentioned: Washington
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Imran Khan Wins Fight to Be Moved From Prison to Hospital
The former prime minister of Pakistan, who was convicted on corruption charges, has been fighting a legal battle over his medical treatment.
Places mentioned: Pakistan
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Auckland Hospital's near-constant overcrowding putting patients at risk, doctor says
The doctor says it's leaving staff demoralised, while a patient advocate says data shows some EDs are in "a state of failure".
Places mentioned: New Zealand
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Senator Andy Kim Visits Migrant Detention Center After String of Detainee Deaths
Senator Andy Kim of New Jersey spoke with detainees at the Newark detention center who said they had trouble accessing medical care. Staff members there disputed that account.
Places mentioned: New Jersey
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FBI says it foiled ISIS-inspired plot to bomb New York Capitol building
Authorities say 35-year-old Jessica Bowie of Albany, NY, who is facing a federal terrorism charge, had been under surveillance for more than a month before her arrest this week.
Places mentioned: New York and 1 other place
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New Peru government vows to apply Hong Kong trade deal, but is silent on mainland China
Peru’s new government has pledged to bring its free-trade agreement with Hong Kong into force this year as part of an effort to position the country as a commercial bridge between South America and…
Places mentioned: Hong Kong
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'I can unite the camps': Gantz tells 'Post' that gov. should exclude radicals, Ben-Gvir - interview
“My goal ultimately is to not have Ben-Gvir and other extremists dictating Israel’s future; they need to and will be returned to the political margins,” Gantz told the Post.
Places mentioned: Israel
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ISIS-Inspired Woman Charged Over Plot To Attack New York Capitol Building
The department said Jessica Bowie, 35, was seen making visits to the state's Capitol grounds and taking photographs of the building.
Places mentioned: New York
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She devoted her career to helping police families. Now she’s a suspect after her officer husband’s death.
Federal law enforcement agencies have joined in the search for a Massachusetts woman known for her work raising awareness about suicide among police officers and who is now a suspect in the death of…
Places mentioned: Massachusetts
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‘It’s heartbreaking,’ says Ontario First Nation amid 2nd evacuation this summer
Neskantaga First Nation had to be evacuated again after a flood at the community's only nursing station, the northern Ontario community's chief said.
Places mentioned: Boston and 1 other place