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entertainment
Free ‘3 Obás De Xangô’ Exhibit Opens Brazil’s CAIXA Cultural
LIFE: Salvador Key Facts —Opening Date. The exhibition opens on 2 August 2026 at the new CAIXA Cultural Salvador unit. —Venue. It is housed in the Pelourinho unit at Rua do Saldanha, nº 14, in…
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politics
Veteran Ugandan opposition leader collapses in court and in ICU, his wife says
The 70 year old has been in detention since November 2024 and faces treason charges, which he denies.
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business
Explained: France's new rules for renting out your home on Airbnb
Rules for renting out your main residence in France as a short-term holiday let have changed - here's what you need to know.
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politics
Daniel Kinahan fails in final bid to prevent extradition from UAE
Cartel boss set to go on trial charged with directing organised crime
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science
AI Scammers Are Better at Building Trust Than Humans
Researchers pitted a person against a Claude agent and found that, after a week of texting, the AI chatbot was more effective at creating “exploitable trust” with others.
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politics
Russian missile violated NATO airspace in Poland, Kyiv says, amid deadly strikes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy blamed "insufficient or delayed" air defense supplies for the deaths of several people across Ukraine in fresh Russian strikes.
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entertainment
Deborah De Luca Cali: Italy’s Techno Star Hits Colombia
Electronic Music in Latin America Key Facts —The Artist. Deborah De Luca is an Italian techno DJ and producer from Naples, known for hard techno blended with melodic elements. —The Label. She founded…
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general
‘Nightmarish’ Wildfire in Crete Kills Two Firefighters as Thousands Evacuate
Greece also worked to contain blazes on Lesbos and in the Peloponnese, where another firefighter died, in the midst of a brutal wildfire season for Europe.
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business
Apartheid wealth cannot buy silence on Gaza
South African universities must resist donors who use financial power to impose political obedience.
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science
French Expression of the Day: Pied-à-terre
This property-related phrase has a surprising military history.
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politics
Three children among eight dead in Russian strikes on Ukraine, officials say
A six-year-old girl and two boys, aged 11 and 17, were among six killed in a village near the central city of Kryvyi Rih.
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politics
It was ‘most likely’ a Russian cruise missile that crashed in Poland, defence minister says – Europe live
Inspector of the Polish Air Force says as part of Russia’s attack on Ukraine last night two missiles were identified as posing direct threat to Poland Poland’s defence minister Władysław…
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politics
Hundreds of female councillors warned following spate of ‘distressing’ phone calls
Gardaí contacted by Association of Irish Local Government over ‘disturbing’ sexual comments from individual
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general
Man who stabbed author Salman Rushdie convicted of ‘terrorism’ charges
US court finds attacker, who is already serving a 25-year prison sentence, guilty of additional charges over 2022 assault.
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politics
France, Spain and Greece battle wildfires as Europe swelters
Emergency crews have faced barely a pause between heatwaves and fire fronts this summer.
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business
Shell profits double as oil prices rise due to Iran war
Disruption to global supplies of oil and liquid natural gas through the Strait of Hormuz has pushed up prices.
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politics
Russia Strikes Ukraine With Missiles and Drones, Killing at Least 8
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine said that a family of five had been killed at home in the latest in a series of large-scale aerial assaults by Moscow.
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politics
Oil prices move higher as Iran threatens response to latest U.S. strikes
Brent crude futures, the international benchmark, gained 1.5% to $92.10 a barrel. U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures advanced 0.9% to $85.23 per barrel.
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politics
Deaths in Ukraine after Zelenskyy warns of Russian strikes
At least eight people have been killed in air strikes across Ukraine. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had warned of a "massive Russian attack" citing air force reports, as Kyiv in turn again bombed a…
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sports
South Africa’s le Clos breaks Commonwealth Games medal record
South Africa took bronze in the men’s 4x100 medley relay for Chad le Clos's record 21st Commonwealth Games medal.
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politics
Mumbai's Iconic Air India Building To Be Devendra Fadnavis' New Office Address
The 23-story sea-facing Air India building at Nariman Point was acquired by the Maharashtra government for Rs 1,601 crore.
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science
Thousands evacuated in Crete as European wildfires continue to rage
Strong winds have fanned the flames in the Rethymno region as wildfires continue to ravage the Greek island.
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politics
Photos: Zelenskyy urges ‘protection of life’ amid deadly Russian attacks
Russia launches more than 70 missiles and 280 drones in a major attack on Ukraine that kills at least eight people.
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business
Africa: Cotton Farmers Could Earn From Soil Carbon Credits
[Bird Story Agency] A scheme tested in Uzbekistan could let African cotton farmers earn twice over, once for the fibre and once for the carbon stored in the soil beneath their fields.
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general
Japanese mall is rebuilt to withstand earthquakes. Then it collapses again
Japan’s Aeon Mall Kumamoto was rebuilt to withstand earthquakes after it was damaged in strong quakes in April 2016. Its June reopening was meant to be a fresh start, the gleaming building a symbol of…
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general
Mistaken Username Sent Man to Prison for 18 Months, Court Finds
An appeals court in Canada acquitted Brandon Klayme of child pornography-related charges. His Kik username had one less underscore than another account that was involved.
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general
As China’s A.I. Gets Stronger, It Poses New Risks to Beijing
China’s A.I. rise is creating a new dilemma for Beijing. The open models that win influence abroad may pose risks to the country’s security and geopolitical strategy.
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sports
Donald Trump angry as Iran conflict drags on without 'endpoint': Report
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business
As AI spending soars, can China’s tech giants deliver long-term profits?
As US tech giants face growing market scrutiny over their swelling artificial intelligence budgets, China’s top technology firms are confronting a similar reckoning: proving that billions of dollars…
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sports
De Zerbi wants to convince Spence to stay at Spurs
Tottenham manager Roberto de Zerbi says he wants to convince England defender Djed Spence to stay at the club.
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business
I Got a Free Meal From a Private Chef—Who Filmed It All to Train Robots
A German startup sent a camera-wearing chef to my apartment. In exchange for a free lunch, I let them record every chop and stir to train future humanoids.
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general
'Jewish terrorists': Pro-Israel columnist Bret Stephens speaks against West Bank settler violence
Stephens, who has spent years pushing back on what he sees as double standards applied to Israel, wrote that he decided to speak out against what he called “Jewish terrorists” despite his reluctance.
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politics
Netanyahu says Trump is in full control of Iran war, denies influencing strikes after DC meeting
Netanyahu denied pressuring Trump to enter or escalate the Iran war, saying the US president is the "senior partner" as the two leaders discussed the Hormuz blockade and further military action.
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technology
Electronics company ESC BAZ presents border protection, defense technology to IDF officials
The systems and technological innovations were developed based on the lessons of October 7 and conclusions drawn from three years of fighting.
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sports
Australia: Telegram faces legal action over failure to remove terrorist content
Australia says videos of terrorist executions and mass shootings weren't removed from Telegram after they were reported. The move comes a day after Russia charged founder Pavel Durov with facilitating…
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entertainment
Explosions heard across southern Iran as US CENTCOM begins strikes - report
Explosions were heard in the southern Iranian cities of Bandar Abbas, Abu Musa, Kish Island, and Qeshm Island, Iranian state media Press TV reported.
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politics
Heatstroke fears rise as Japan quake victims face El Nino weather without power, water
The 7.1-magnitude earthquake that struck southern Japan toppled houses and split open streets in the small city of Yatsushiro, but town official Akio Matsushita is most worried about the invisible…
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politics
Trump met with Saudi defence minister after joint strikes on Iraq: Report
US President Donald Trump met with Saudi Arabia's Defense Minister, Prince Khalid bin Salman, on Wednesday for urgent discussions following the two countries' joint strikes on Iraq, Axios reported…
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politics
Banks, Kim introduce stuttering legislation with backing of former NBA player
Sens. Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Andy Kim (D-N.J.) on Wednesday introduced legislation that attempts to improve identification and treatment for children who stutter, with an assist from former NBA player…
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politics
US launches 'heavy' strikes on Iran after attempted attack on American troops
The US military said the strikes were in response to Iran firing missiles at US forces in the Middle East on Tuesday.
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politics
DOJ asking secretive court to remove Afghan woman allegedly tied to terror plot
The DOJ is seeking to deport an Afghan woman who prosecutors allege is an "alien terrorist," in the first-ever test case before a secretive court that has never convened since it was created three…
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general
Magnitude 5.9 earthquake strikes Kermadec Islands region
The islands are approximately 800-1000km northeast of the North Island.
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technology
Federal Labor MP Luke Gosling charged with assaulting NT administrator
Member for Solomon has previously denied alleged incident with administrator David Connolly Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news…
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general
Australia begins legal action against Telegram over alleged pro-terror material, extremist violence
The office of the eSafety Commissioner said it had begun action after Telegram failed to remove videos of terrorist executions and mass shootings.
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politics
Deadly strikes on Ukrainian cities after Zelenskyy warns of ‘massive’ Russian attack
Six dead in Kryvi Rih including two children and fires in Kyiv, the Ukrainian capital, after wave of ballistic missile launches A Russian missile strike killed at least six people in central Ukraine…
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politics
US launches fresh strikes on Iran after days-long pause, amid fears the war is widening
Trump vowed to hit Iran ‘very hard’ after it targeted a base in Jordan that hosts US troops, a day after joint US-Saudi strikes on militants in Iraq Middle East crisis – live updates The US military…
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politics
Quebec Liberal Party leader Charles Milliard unveils economic plan
With weeks to go before Quebec's election campaign, Liberal Leader Charles Milliard unveiled his economic vision centred on stronger ties within Canada and new trade partnerships.
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politics
Opposition blocks transfer of NIS 392 million in coalition funds for Haredi schools, settlements
Funding now highly unlikely to be approved before the Oct. 27 elections, as the opposition must consent to any further consideration of the matter while parliament in recess
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general
US military says latest strikes on Iran last two hours, hitting dozens of targets
WASHINGTON, July 29 - The U.S. military said on Wednesday it completed its latest wave of strikes on Iran, which lasted two hours and hit dozens of targets, with Washington casting the strikes as a…
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politics
‘Quite disappointed’? Trump’s mixed signals ahead of Xi’s September trip
US President Donald Trump said he would be “quite disappointed” if his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping broke a personal promise not to arm Iran, even as he revived his accusation that long-time US…
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politics
Husband of North Carolina woman missing in Grenada doesn't suspect foul play
The husband of a North Carolina woman who went missing last week while visiting the Caribbean island of Grenada said Wednesday he believes "there was no foul play" in her disappearance.
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politics
USDA to fund Arizona facility to fight New World screwworm
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said Wednesday her department will invest $25 million towards opening a new sterile fly dispersal facility in Arizona to combat New World Screwworm (NWS). During a…
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politics
Why did Anthony Fauci invoke the Fifth Amendment? Senate hearing explained
The former top US health official invoked the amendment as Republicans questioned him over COVID-19.
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technology
Australia takes Telegram to court over alleged failure to remove 'pro-terror' material
Telegram told the BBC it rejects the allegations and will contest them in court.
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general
Why did an Okinawan delegation visit a Beijing cemetery amid China-Japan tensions?
Members of a delegation from the Japanese prefecture of Okinawa paid tribute to their ancestors at the historic Ryukyu Kingdom cemetery in Beijing, highlighting a legacy of ties that China is…
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politics
Death toll in Japan earthquake rises to 23 as aftershock and heat complicate rescue efforts
Soldiers and emergency workers are combing through a badly damaged shopping mall and collapsed houses looking for trapped survivors The death toll from the major earthquake that hit Japan on Tuesday…
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general
Singapore court fines French teenager US$465 for viral straw-licking prank
A French teenager who posted a video of himself licking a straw and returning it to an iJooz vending machine in Singapore was fined S$600 (US$465) for public nuisance on Thursday. The clip had gone…
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entertainment
Videos show dangerous flooding in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania
Dangerous flash floods hit the Northeast this week as heavy rains and thunderstorms inundated the area. Videos show the chaos and damage. Some footage has no sound.
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general
Singapore fines French teen $465 for viral straw-licking stunt
The 19-year-old was "truly sorry" for causing trouble, his lawyers said.
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business
China threatens retaliation against U.S. humanoid robot ban, says it 'severely damages' relations
China's Commerce Ministry said Thursday the U.S. Federal Communications Commission has repeatedly ignored Beijing's restrained stance.
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sports
Kirti Kulhari loses Rs 2.4 lakh to cyber fraud, files complaint with Mumbai police
In a shocking turn of events, Kirti Kulhari, the talented actress, encountered cyber fraud in Mumbai. Unidentified criminals infiltrated her mobile phone and credit card, executing unauthorized…
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general
Living with fear: Inside a southern Lebanon village divided by Israel
Southern Lebanon’s Mansouri village is divided by Israel's Yellow Line, a military boundary separating area it occupies.
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entertainment
Up to 23 feared dead in Japan quake
KUMAMOTO, Japan - Up to 23 people were feared dead on Thursday after a major earthquake in Japan, with four bodies now pulled out from the tangled wreckage of a shopping mall ripped apart by a…
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politics
Fauci to face contempt vote after refusing to answer Covid questions in Congress
Senator Rand Paul says: "I think there is a very real chance that he could be prosecuted for that."
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general
Hikers evacuated from West Coast Trail as Parks Canada says parts are impassable
Parks Canada has issued a warning saying sections of the trail are currently 'impassable' and recommends not crossing creeks or rivers on foot at this time.
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business
Stock futures rise as Microsoft jumps after earnings; traders hope to recover from Fed Day sell-off: Live updates
Investors were digesting megacap tech earnings and the Federal Reserve's decision to hold rates steady.
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politics
Prime Minister Netanyahu meets with US Senators Cotton, Fetterman during visit to Washington
"You’ve been a great, great friend of Israel, none better," Netanyahu told Cotton. "And I know you’re a champion of the Israel-American alliance, which enhances the security of both our countries."
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general
Tourism Kelowna urges visitors not to judge the Okanagan by a few smoky days
Tourism officials note that, despite last week's smoke, much of this summer has been relatively smoke-free.
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business
A new fuel refinery is a start. But Australia is still vulnerable to shipping disruptions without a clear strategy
The Australian government announced this week it would study whether to build a major oil refinery in Western Australia to help shore up the country’s energy security. If approved, it would be…
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technology
Queensland MP pens ‘White Men Can Sprint’ social media post after Lachlan Kennedy takes silver in Glasgow
LNP member Llew O’Brien says ‘there is nothing wrong with being proud of your heritage’, leading Angus Taylor to state: ‘I congratulate all Australians’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest…
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politics
Netanyahu meets with Evangelical community leaders to discuss Iran war, standing up to hatred
Both the Evangelical leaders and Netanyahu emphasized the importance of unity and support between the two communities.
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technology
Centcom says two hours-long wave of strikes against Iran 'successfully completed'
The US Central Command claimed attacks on dozens of targets in Iran, including military command centres, missile and drone facilities, coastal surveillance and defence sites, and maritime…
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sports
CWG 2026 medal tally: Where does India stand after Gavit gold on Day 7?
The three medals added on Wednesday took India's overall tally to 15 medals, including three gold, nine silver and three bronze, helping the country remain eighth on the medal table.
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sports
'Embarrassing': Former hockey captain slams India's blue jersey being replaced by saffron
Former India hockey captain Viren Rasquinha criticised Hockey India’s decision to replace the team’s iconic blue jersey with saffron ahead of the 2026 Hockey World Cup, calling it "embarrassing" and…
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general
US launches more strikes on Iran as conflict spreads across region
The US carried out fresh strikes in Iran on Wednesday, the US military said, further intensifying a five-month-old war that was already expanding beyond its main fronts to embroil additional countries…
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general
Yavne man indicted for running cannabis-growing operation, 423 kg. of drugs found
During a raid, Israel Police also seized documents, thousands of shekels in cash, and extensive equipment allegedly used to cultivate the cannabis.
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technology
More explosions reported in Iran, two children wounded by US strike in Qeshm Island
Further blasts were heard in parts of the southern Iranian city of Ahvaz, in Khuzestan province. Elsewhere in Qeshm Island, the Director General of Crisis Management of the Hormozgan Governorate said…
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business
China AI supplier Zhongji Innolight slips in Hong Kong debut after $6.8 billion IPO
Shares of Zhongji Innolight fell on Thursday after the Chinese optical transceiver maker made its trading debut on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.
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general
Summer of storms keeps Edmonton-area festival organizers on their toes
While Big Valley Jamboree is still waiting to see how the weather turns out, other festivals in the Edmonton region have already experienced Mother Nature's wrath firsthand.
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technology
Ben Carroll will not rule out redirecting Suburban Rail Loop funds to other projects
New Victorian premier also considering ‘sensible changes’ to laws that would enshrine right to work from home two days a week Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking…
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politics
Howard president defends university’s unenrollment decisions amid backlash
After unenrolling more than 500 incoming first-year students over missed deadlines, Howard University said it has reinstated over 200 incoming students.
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sports
Crude prices retreat as oil continues flowing through Hormuz alternatives
Oil prices declined on Thursday after a significant rally the previous day. Crude oil continued to move out of the Middle East despite escalating conflict. Shipping activity indicated that oil…
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politics
Trump says SCOTUS ruling on tariffs and birthright citizenship costing country 'trillions and trillions of dollars'
President Trump on Wednesday claimed the Supreme Court striking down his emergency tariffs and executive order restricting birthright citizenship cost the country “trillions and trillions” of dollars…
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‘So absurd!’: Chinese cosplayer draws crowds by selling lemonade ‘feet juice’
An anime convention in southern China recently evicted several cosplayers after they put their bare feet in water and sold the so-called “feet juice,” which attracted large crowds of onlookers eager…
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Calgary city council moving forward with exploring creation of lobbyist registry
Calgary's mayor said the move would help delineate between constituent concerns and lobbyists being paid to influence elected officials.
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How does Hong Kong’s new end-of-life law affect patients and medical staff?
A new law allowing patients in Hong Kong to reject life-sustaining treatments when they are terminally ill will take effect on Friday. The South China Morning Post looks into how the law will affect…
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business
After a deadly raid, a displaced Nigerian mother finds a lifeline in sewing
After losing her husband and two children, Safiya now fears losing the fragile future she rebuilt.
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general
Convicted assailant of author Salman Rushdie found guilty of federal terrorism charges
According to evidence presented at his trial, Matar spent more than a year researching the fatwa before deciding to try fulfilling the edict with an attack on Rushdie.
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US-Iran War Live Updates: 'Our Time To Respond,' Says Trump As US Launches 'Powerful' Strikes On Iran
Iran-US War News Live Updates: Iran's state television reported a US strike in the Piranshahr border area, after the Fars news agency reported a missile hit an uninhabited area, causing no casualties.
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sports
Record alert: Indian boxers eclipse Birmingham tally with 10 guaranteed medals
Sakshi Chaudhary (51kg), Arundhati Choudhary (70kg), Sachin Siwach (60kg), Ankush Panghal (80kg), Narender Berwal (+90kg) and world champion Jaismine Lamboria (57kg) joined Lovlina Borgohain (75kg)…
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technology
Brookfield joins US utility for $100 billion data centre at former nuclear site
Brookfield and NextEra Energy plan a significant data centre and energy complex. This massive project will be built on a former uranium enrichment site in Kentucky. The development includes…
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entertainment
Bilal Abu Khalaf, the fabric merchant of Jerusalem
In this week’s Peoples of Israel, a new series featuring the mosaic of personalities walking the Land, we meet a man whose warmth helps 3 religious groups find their common thread
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sports
Glasgow Commonwealth Games: Former Fiji weightlifter wins gold in Australian colours
Eileen Cikamatana has won her third weightlifting gold medal.
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general
Man Loses Rs 8 Lakh To Fake Trading App, Case Against Google India Officer
The victim stated that fraudsters contacted him through a social media platform in July and the administrators "advised" him to invest through the trading app after opening an account.
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politics
Japan turns to Canadian crude as Asia feels Hormuz supply pinch
Uncertainty over crude oil supplies via the Strait of Hormuz is pushing Asian states towards Canada's TMX crude oil.
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general
Israel education system short 3,000 teachers, raising fears over quality of learning
Israel faces a shortage of 3,000 educators, including 200 kindergarten teachers, raising concerns that unqualified staff may have to teach unfamiliar subjects or oversee two classes at once.
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entertainment
Cooler conditions on way for parts of UK - but still no rain for drought-hit areas
After another day of record-breaking temperatures for some parts of England, a cold front is moving in.
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business
Zhongji Innolight shares fall on Hong Kong debut amid global AI sell-off
Zhongji Innolight saw its share price drop as much as 3 per cent after its hotly anticipated debut on the Hong Kong stock market on Thursday, as the Chinese firm felt the impact of a global downturn…
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science
Man who rammed car into NYC’s Chabad headquarters sentenced to time served
Judge says Dan Sohail, who told investigators he was seeking to connect with his 'Jewish heritage,' needs mental health treatment and doesn't exhibit any hatred toward Jews
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politics
New Zealand foreign minister in racism row with Chinese ambassador
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