Notable Events Around the World on - 2025-09-23

In a Sudden Shift, Trump Says Ukraine Can Win the War With Russia

Several European officials suspected that by distancing himself from the war, Mr. Trump was washing his hands of a conflict that he once promised to solve in days or weeks.

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The Security Council warns of deteriorating conditions from the war in Gaza.

The Security Council meeting on Tuesday.

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Ryan Routh found guilty of attempting to assassinate Trump in Florida

A US jury finds that Routh intended to kill then-presidential candidate Donald Trump last September.

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'Emotions got better of me' - Ekitike's 'stupidity' opens door for Isak

On a night when Liverpool celebrated the goalscoring arrival of their record signing Alexander Isak, a moment of madness proves costly for their other in-form forward.

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Macron: Security for Israel needs end to permanent wars

French President Emmanuel Macron said Lebanese sovereignty should not be sacrificed in the name of fighting terrorism.

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Khamenei rules out talks with US over Iran’s nuclear programme

Iran's supreme leader says 'not a negotiation but an imposition' as Tehran negotiates with Europe to avoid sanctions.

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OpenAI is building five new Stargate data centers with Oracle and SoftBank

OpenAI is continuing to build out massive AI data centers to train and serve increasingly powerful AI models.

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Building the New Backbone of Space at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

The space economy isn’t just about rockets and satellites — it’s about infrastructure, autonomy, and entirely new models for building and defending off-Earth assets. At TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, Oct...

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Liverpool to offer Gravenberch new deal - Wednesday's gossip

Liverpool ready to offer Ryan Gravenberch new deal, Arsenal interested in Real Soceidad's Takefusa Kubo, Crystal Palace have no intention of selling Adam Wharton, plus more.

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In major shift, Trump says Ukraine can win back all territory from Russia

Trump previously said both Kyiv and Moscow would have to cede land to end Europe's deadliest war since World War II.

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Google’s AI Mode arrives in Spanish globally

Google's AI Mode is now available to Spanish-speaking users worldwide.

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Trump Lectures the World at the U.N.

In a scathing speech at the General Assembly, the president complained about immigration, green energy and the United Nations itself.

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Joe Stevens, Photographer of Rock’s Intimate Moments, Dies at 87

After a career shift, he became a fixture in the music world, capturing enduring images of David Bowie, John Lennon, the Sex Pistols and many others.

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The Gen Z revolution in Asia shows the power of the young - and their limits

Anti-corruption demonstrations, powered by social media, have toppled a government - but will they lead to lasting change?

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Counties vote to reject Championship reform

The County Championship is to remain a two-division structure of 14 matches per team after a vote rejected proposed changes.

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OpenAI Teams Up With Oracle and SoftBank to Build 5 New Stargate Data Centers

The new sites will boost Stargate’s planned capacity to nearly 7 gigawatts—about equal to the output of seven large nuclear reactors.

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Guinea voters endorse post-coup constitution, partial results show

Presidential election is currently expected to take place in December.

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Trump’s Tylenol Directive Could Actually Increase Autism Rates, Researchers Warn

Experts fear that Donald Trump’s anti-painkiller tirade could lead to an increase in risk factors for autism, and don’t trust the administration to assess data as it continues to search for a cause.

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Tories demand inquiry into claims Labour’s McSweeney misled elections watchdog

Starmer’s chief of staff used ‘false excuse’ for failing to declare donations to his former thinktank, Tories claimThe Conservatives have called for an investigation into Keir Starmer’s beleaguered...

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What are the risks of a global digital divide in AI?

UN warns 118 states are way behind leaders in Artificial Intelligence.

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Macron calls Trump after motorcade blocks his car

Macron and Trump were in New York for the 80th UN General Assembly

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Scott Wiener on his fight to make Big Tech disclose AI’s dangers

The California lawmaker is on his second attempt to pass a first-in-the-nation AI safety bill. This time, it might work.

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Ex-Bengals running back Johnson dies aged 45

Former running back Rudi Johnson, who played for the Cincinnati Bengals for seven seasons in the NFL, dies at the age of 45.

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Six years ago Trump's UN audience laughed, this year they were silent

The US leader's address was one of the clearest expositions of the way he sees the world, writes James Landale.

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Israel seeks permanent Gaza control, Jewish majority in West Bank: UN

A new report from the UN finds Israel has been 'systematically destroying Palestinian life in Gaza'.

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Fact-Checking Trump’s Speech at the U.N. General Assembly

President Donald Trump delivering remarks to the U.N. General Assembly in New York on Tuesday.

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Alabama's Latham hospitalized with neck injury

Alabama's Jah-Marien Latham is being evaluated at a hospital in Birmingham, Alabama, after suffering a neck injury in practice Tuesday, and Crimson Tide coach Kalen DeBoer later said in a statement...

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Lady Vols reinstate Whitehorn after arrest, ban

Tennessee coach Kim Caldwell said fourth-year guard Ruby Whitehorn is back with the team after serving a suspension for an August arrest.

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Ryder Cup opening ceremony moved after storm threat

The pairings for Friday's opening Ryder Cup matches will be announced at 21:00 BST on Thursday despite the opening ceremony being moved to Wednesday because of the threat of inclement weather in Ne...

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How Google’s dev tools manager makes AI coding work

Google PM Ryan Salva is responsible for tools like Gemini CLI, giving him a front-row seat to the ways AI tools are changing software development.

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NASA’s New Astronaut Candidates

NASA’s 2025 astronaut candidate class greets the crowd in this Sept. 22, 2025, image. The group was introduced Monday following a competitive selection process of more than 8,000 applicants from ac...

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'Beard made you feel like best player in the world'

Matt Beard "made you feel like the best football player in the world", says Natasha Dowie who played under the ex-Liverpool manager.

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No more Mr Nice Guy: Ed Davey rebrands Lib Dems as the real opposition to Reform

Leader’s conference speech at Bournemouth shows a bullish party ready to be key player in any centre-left coalitionThese are Happy Days for the Liberal Democrats. A year ago in Bournemouth they had...

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Disney is raising the price of Disney+, Hulu subscriptions next month

The timing of the price increases isn’t ideal, as Disney+ subscribers canceled their subscriptions in droves last week, protesting Disney’s decision to temporarily pull Jimmy Kimmel from its airwaves.

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Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger Leaving International Criminal Court

The International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands, on Monday.

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Trump to World: Green Energy Is a Scam and Climate Science Is From ‘Stupid People’

President Donald Trump at the U.N. General Assembly on Tuesday.

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Qatari Emir slams Israel in UN General Assembly address

Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani slammed Israel’s attack on Doha in his speech to the UN General Assembly.

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‘SIM Farms’ Are a Spam Plague. A Giant One in New York Threatened US Infrastructure, Feds Say

The agency says it found a network of some 300 servers and 100,000 SIM cards—enough to knock out cell service in the NYC area. Experts say it mirrors facilities typically used for cybercrime.

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The Guardian view on Welsh politics: a new era threatens to leave Labour out in the cold | Editorial

After enjoying unparalleled political hegemony in Wales for over a hundred years, the party of Aneurin Bevan and Neil Kinnock has lost its wayThe Labour party’s century-long dominance in Wales has...

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Trump calls for Gaza war to stop ‘immediately’ in UNGA speech

The US president dismisses recognition of a Palestinian state, calling it a 'reward' for Hamas.

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Israel, citing Rosh Hashana, said it wouldn’t attend a U.N. Security Council meeting on Gaza.

Danny Danon, Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations, said he had requested that a U.N. Security Council meeting about the war in Gaza be rescheduled.

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Sadiq Khan’s Office Rejects Trump’s Comments About London, Calling Them ‘Bigoted’

In a response to President Trump’s comments on Tuesday, the office of Major Sadiq Khan said, “London is the greatest city in the world, safer than major U.S. cities.”

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Drone Strike in Haiti Kills 8 Children at a Birthday Party

Children playing in the Simon Pelé area of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, where the drone strike took place on Saturday.

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India reacts to Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee

Trump’s new $100K H-1B visa fee “shatters the dreams of Indians,” people in India say.

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Transfer rumors, news: Saudi clubs still insistent on Fernandes

Saudi Pro League clubs are reportedly linked to a move for Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

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Erdogan questions world’s conscience over atrocities in Gaza

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held up a photo of a child starving in Gaza and urged the world take action.

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From escalators to teleprompters, Trump piles on criticism at the UN

In a wide-ranging speech, President Trump slammed the world body and singled out many of the countries in attendance.

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Google Photos users on Android can now edit their photos by talking to or texting the AI

The feature is designed to make it easier to edit photos without having to understand which editing tools to use or where they can be found in the app.

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Want a seat at this synagogue for the High Holidays? You have to register to vote first

A Brooklyn synagogue has taken an unusual step by requiring congregants to show proof of voter registration in order to secure seats for High Holidays. Their biggest concern? The city's mayoral seat.

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Trump criticises countries' migration and climate policies in scathing UN speech

The US president also takes aim at the UN itself in an address lasting almost an hour.

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Bernie Parent, Hall of Fame Goalie for the Brawling Flyers, Dies at 80

Bernie Parent with, from left, the Conn Smythe Trophy, given to the most valuable player in the N.H.L. playoffs (he won it twice); one of the two Stanley Cups he helped bring home to Philadelphia;...

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Trump, in major shift, suggests Ukraine can win back territory long held by Russia

Last month, President Trump said Ukraine needed to be open to giving up some of its territory in peace talks with Russia. But those talks haven't happened. Now, he says Ukraine could win it all back.

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Tracking every NFL trade before the deadline: Brownlee to Jets, Bigsby to Eagles

We're following every move before the 2025 NFL trade deadline, which passes at 4 p.m. ET on Nov. 4. Which players have changed teams?

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UK ministers ‘risk civil servants feeling under attack’ after staff network rule changes

New guidance states meetings should only be held outside working hours, after reports of ‘inappropriate events’UK politics live – latest updatesMinisters have been warned that they risk civil serva...

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Futures of Giants' Brian Daboll, Joe Schoen hinge on Jaxson Dart's instant success

This is all about New York's rookie QB, and the coach and GM, and little to do with Russell Wilson.

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NASA’s new astronaut class includes SpaceX veterans Anna Menon and Yuri Kubo

SpaceX isn't just a private company – it's becoming an astronaut proving ground.

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Sooners QB Mateer will miss time for hand injury

Sooners quarterback John Mateer will undergo hand surgery for an injury suffered in last week's win over Auburn. Mateer, an early Heisman favorite, is expected to return this season, the school said.

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Trump Claims Again at the U.N. That He Ended 7 Wars. Here’s a Closer Look.

President Trump used a U.N. address to repeat his claim that he has ended seven wars around the world.

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Scottish 'trailblazer' Davidson to referee World Cup final

Saturday's Women's Rugby World Cup final between England and Canada will be refereed by Scotland's Hollie Davidson.

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Trump proposes new H-1B visa process prioritising highly skilled workers

The new plan follows a proclamation on Friday requiring a $100,000 fee for new H-1B applications.

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Trump claimed again at the U.N. that he has ended seven wars. Here’s a closer look.

President Trump used a U.N. address to repeat his claim that he has ended seven wars around the world.

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Why One VC Thinks Quantum Is a Bigger Unlock Than AGI

Venture capitalist Alexa von Tobel is ready to bet on quantum computing—starting with hardware.

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Trump complains about immigration & ‘UN-funded assault’ on Western nations

Donald Trump accused the UN of aiding uncontrolled migration and a ‘UN-funded assault’ against Western countries.

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Which Countries Recognize a Palestinian State?

Ashley Wu, a graphics reporter for The New York Times, walks us through the changing map of Palestinian recognition.

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Home Office blocked from appealing against halt to deportation of Eritrean under ‘one in, one out’

Appeal court rejects attempt to overturn ruling that man must be given more time to prove trafficking claimThe Home Office has lost its appeal against a high court ruling granting an Eritrean asylu...

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Kremlin threatening Moldova's independence, president warns ahead of key vote

Dozens of people have been accused of involvement in a plot to stoke violent disorder, allegedly backed by Russia.

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‘I’ve paled up for roles – like when I played Voldemort’: Frank Dillane on zombies, burnout and new film Urchin

He got so weary of Fear the Walking Dead that he fled to Berlin for two years. Now he’s is back in a riveting role as a street kid robber and jailbird. The young star talks nepo babies – and playin...

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In Pictures: Sporting photos of the week

A selection of some of the most striking sports photographs taken around the world over the past seven days.

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Mercor’s Brendan Foody breaks down AI’s impact on hiring at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

On the AI Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, Mercor co-founder and CEO Brendan Foody will break down how artificial intelligence is transforming not just how we work, but also who gets to work in th...

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‘Our late-nightmare is over’: TV hosts celebrate Jimmy Kimmel’s return to air

Late-night hosts give credit to people who boycotted Disney after corporation had indefinitely suspended KimmelLate-night television hosts credited people who boycotted Disney for getting Jimmy Kim...

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Donald Trump attacks United Nations during UNGA speech

US President Donald Trump attacked the United Nations as he told the UNGA that he has helped to end seven wars.

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What's next for New York Liberty after firing Sandy Brondello?

Sandy Brondello seemingly had support from her players, but she's out after four seasons, including the 2024 WNBA title.

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Vinod Khosla on AI, moonshots, and building enduring startups — all at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

Vinod Khosla, founder of Khosla Ventures, takes the Disrupt Stage for a candid fireside chat on AI, climate, healthcare, and transformational startups. Hear blunt, big-picture advice from one of te...

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Alloy is bringing data management to the robotics industry

Australia-based Alloy thinks it can help robotics firms with their data problem: the startup is building data infrastructure to help companies process and organize all the data their robots collect.

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What makes Canada so good and will they upset England in World Cup final?

Canada, who launched a crowdfunding campaign before the Women's Rugby World Cup, are not as big an underdog for Saturday's final against England as you might think.

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Meta launches super PAC to fight AI regulation as state policies mount

Meta is investing 'tens of millions' into a new pro-AI super PAC called the American Technology Excellence Project to fight state-level tech policy that would regulate AI.

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AI company Superpanel raises $5.3M seed to automate legal intake

Superpanel announced Tuesday a seed $5.3 million raise in a round co-led by Outlander VC and Field Ventures.

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Do you speak Sylheti? Tamajaght? Klingon? Inside the Festival for Endangered Languages

Every two weeks, a language is lost – and by the end of the century, half of the world’s 7,000 tongues could have vanished. We meet the artist using eyeliner and chokeberries to rescue everything f...

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Home Office loses bid to overturn court order blocking migrant's removal

It comes after the removal of an Eritrean man who arrived on a small boat was blocked at the last minute.

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European airports still dealing with disruptions days after ransomware attack

Four major European airports in Berlin, Brussels, Dublin, and London continue to have flight delays due to a cyberattack on Collins Aerospace, a provider of check-in systems.

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'Bird became cricket legend without scoring a run for England'

Dickie Bird, who has died aged 92, did not play cricket for England, yet his status as a legend of the game is in no doubt, writes BBC chief cricket reporter Stephan Shemilt.

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Guinness price down and return of Ladies day as Cheltenham announces changes

Cheltenham has not ruled out future tweaks to the Festival race programme, as the racecourse outlined plans to further enhance the customer experience ahead of the new jumps season.

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Ugandan President Museveni, in power since 1986, to seek another term

Yoweri Museveni urges supporters to back his vision for the future as he seeks to run for a record seventh term.

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'One of cricket's greatest servants and popular characters'

BBC Sport's Andy Swiss looks back at the career of iconic former cricket umpire Dickie Bird, who has died at the age of 92.

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Military-run Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso announce joint ICC withdrawal

The three West African countries say they are leaving the International Criminal Court to seek 'sovereignty'.

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Applause at UN as Guterres issues demand on Gaza

Antonio Guterres drew applause at the UN when he called on Israel to comply with the rulings of the ICJ on the Gaza war.

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TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 ticket rates increase after just 4 days

Your window to save up to $668 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 closes in just 4 days. Regular Bird pricing ends September 26 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Join 10,000+ founders, investors, and innovators shaping th...

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Former NotebookLM devs’ new app, Huxe, taps audio to help you with news and research

Three devs who worked on NotebookLM are now building an app called Huxe, which can help users dive deep into topics by generating a "podcast" with multiple AI hosts.

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Saudi Grand Mufti, an Archconservative in a Changing Kingdom, Dies

Saudi Arabia’s grand mufti, Sheikh Abdulaziz Al Asheikh, leading prayer at a funeral in 2008.

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Former cricket umpire Dickie Bird dies aged 92

Bird, whose eccentric and humorous character endeared him to cricket fans worldwide, was as popular as the players.

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Secret Service disrupts telecom threat near UN General Assembly

Investigators say the scheme could have shut down the cellular network in New York City.

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Guterres Says the U.N.’s Principles ‘Are Under Siege.’

Secretary General António Guterres of the United Nations speaking on Tuesday in New York.

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Briton Scotney added to Paul v Davis undercard

Ellie Scotney will fight Mayelli Flores for the undisputed super-bantamweight world title on 14 November in Miami.

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Faye wins World 400m gold with new British record

It was another successful day for Great Britain at the World Para Championships.

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Lib Dems aiming to go big as they spot electoral opportunity

Ed Davey and his party are preparing to do battle with Reform as they gather for their annual conferenceUK politics live – latest updatesWith memories still fresh of 2019, when pre-election predict...

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Explained: What the EFL championship expansion proposal could mean

Rob Dorsett explains why the EFL board are considering a championship play-off expansion and what that means for those who finish seventh and eighth place.

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US players to use Ryder Cup payment 'to do good'

World number one Scottie Scheffler says he will use the money he is being paid to play at this week's Ryder Cup "to do some good in our local community".

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'We are recovering things that define our team' - Pep 'proud' of City spirit against Arsenal

Pep Guardiola has said he's proud of Man City's spirit against Arsenal on Sunday, after the side attempted a new tactic which saw the side shift from a possession-heavy dominance to a more direct,...

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World leaders rally behind Palestinian statehood at UN summit

World leaders recognised Palestinian statehood ahead of this week’s UNGA, aiming to revive the two-state solution.

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Basslines over goalposts, cricket club bhangra nights: the gatherings where British diaspora music really grows

Away from the algorithm, the sound of multicultural Britain blossoms in sports halls and group chats, supporting community and inspiring the next generation of musiciansI don’t learn about music fr...

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Scotney sets history-making undisputed title fight

Catford’s Ellie Scotney is set for a history-making tilt at the undisputed world championship when she fights Mayelli Flores on November 14.

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Google revamps its Play Store with AI features and more

Users can expect more personalization, a redesigned Apps tab, new Play Games experience, and other features that leverage Gemini AI.

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Trump’s H-1B visa fee hike: Which countries could benefit?

Trump's visa move is a big blow to US tech companies, but could benefit other countries seeking skilled workers.

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Emma review – Austen’s comedy of manners gets an exaggerated Essex makeover

Rose theatre, Kingston upon ThamesAva Pickett’s modern-day adaptation of the novel adds pop music, farce and clowning but lacks gimlet-eyed observationsAn early blast of Lady Gaga’s Bad Romance set...

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Celts' Tatum not ruling out return for this season

The Boston Celtics' Jayson Tatum said he isn't ruling out a potential return for the 2025-26 season as he continues to recover from a ruptured Achilles.

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Kirk killing increases Ryder Cup risk - New York police

The recent killing of American conservative activist Charlie Kirk has increased the risk of the Ryder Cup being targeted by someone wanting to "make a statement", according to the man leading secur...

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Drone attack kills eight children in Haiti’s capital

At least 11 people, including eight children, were reported killed in a drone attack in Haiti’s capital.

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Here’s what to know today.

President Trump’swith a rebuke of global institutions,

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Legendary umpire Dickie Bird dies aged 92

Legendary cricket umpire Dickie Bird has died aged 92, Yorkshire Cricket Club has announced.

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Legendary umpire Dickie Bird dies aged 92

Legendary cricket umpire Dickie Bird has died aged 92, Yorkshire County Cricket Club has announced.

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Wild bird numbers continue to fall in UK with some species in ‘dramatic freefall’

Species index fell by 4% between 2019 and 2024 – although government data shows woodland populations beginning to stabiliseWild bird species face an accelerating decline in the UK, new figures show...

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EFL discussing Championship play-offs expansion

The EFL board is discussing the possibility of expanding the Championship play-offs to include those clubs who finish seventh and eighth in the division - and there is widespread support for the id...

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‘Families are dying’: an Ohio town suffering from fallout years after nuclear plant’s closure

As Trump calls for more nuclear power, Piketon, the site of an enrichment facility, knows first hand its ill effectsThree years after starting work as an electrician at the Portsmouth Gaseous Diffu...

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Former VP Harris endorses Mamdani for NYC Mayor as some Democrats stay silent

Zohran Mamdani is leading in the polls in the NYC Mayor's race. Kamala Harris says he's earned Democratic backing, but some party leaders have been slow to endorse the Democratic-Socialist candidate.

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Emma Watson explains long break from acting: ‘I do not miss selling things’

The Harry Potter star, who has not acted in a film since 2018, says she found promotion duties ‘soul-destroying’ but is now ‘maybe the happiest and healthiest I’ve ever been’Emma Watson has spoken...

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How to Use 1Password's Travel Mode at the Border (2025)

Travel Mode not only hides your most sensitive data—it acts as if that data never existed in the first place.

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Jerry: Parsons trade adds oomph to Packers game

Cowboys owner said he has extra drive to beat the Packers this week following the trade of Micah Parsons to Green Bay. "It makes for an exciting time," Jones said.

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The most evil TV villain ever? Alien: Earth’s ‘demon sheep eye’ is a work of true genius

Sure, the xenomorph is an all-time great screen baddie – but it’s no match for the eyeball-octopus parasite stuffed in a sheep’s headFrom the moment it was announced, Alien: Earth was a bold punt....

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‘Killed us twice’: Families of US drone victims seek reparations in Somalia

In letters seen by Al Jazeera, US AFRICOM admits to killing civilians in air raids, but refuses 'condolence payment'.

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Legendary umpire Bird dies aged 92

Legendary former umpire Dickie Bird dies at the age of 92.

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Vigil held for Ukrainian refugee stabbed to death on US train

Hundreds of people gathered for a vigil honouring Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska, who was stabbed on a train.

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Devices seized near U.N. meeting could have shut down cellphone networks

The Secret Service said it found over 300 SIM servers, 100,000 SIM cards and other illicit materials in multiple sites surrounding New York City ahead of the U.N. General Assembly.

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Mass evacuations as southern China braces for strongest storm of the year

Ragasa is the strongest storm anywhere on Earth so far this year.

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Simone Leigh’s ‘monumental’ Royal Academy show set for 2027

Exhibition by African American artist to focus on architecture, art under fascism and her own links to the UKThe Royal Academy will in 2027 host the first major UK exhibition by Simone Leigh, four...

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UN General Assembly 2025 live: Trump, Erdogan, Qatari emir to give address

First day of high-level meeting to kick off with speeches from world leaders, including from Brazil, US, Turkiye, Qatar.

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Goodnotes collaborative docs and AI assitant to cater to professional users

Note taking app Goodnotes is launching new features to cater to professional users.

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Confessions of a Black Looksmaxxer

Critics say looksmaxxing—the trend of men boosting their physical attractiveness—often uses eugenic beauty standards. Some Black influencers are struggling to fit in, while others are fighting back.

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Floods devastate India’s breadbasket of Punjab

Record monsoon rains devastate Punjab, flooding farms, harming livelihoods, and worsening food security risks.

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Shaquille O'Neal leads NBA 2K26 Old School program

The Orlando Magic version of the Hall of Famer joins the court alongside Kyrie Irving and Swin Cash.

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Wes Streeting rejects Trump claim linking paracetamol and autism

Health secretary joins medical experts in urging pregnant women to ignore US president’s remarksUK politics live – latest updatesWes Streeting has rejected Donald Trump’s claims of a link between t...

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WWE Raw takeaways: Are Ripley and Sky WWE's new odd couple? Can Vaquer keep ascending?

Arda Ocal recaps Raw and provides his biggest takeaways from Monday night.

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Trump-led US culture war presents Europe with pivotal moment: Report

A new report finds that while European belonging remains strong, US President Trump's culture war seeks its fall.

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Stallion giant Wootton Bassett dies aged 17

Superstar stallion Wootton Bassett has died at the age of 17, Coolmore Australia have announced.

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LIVE: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka – Asia Cup 2025 Super Fours match

Follow our live build-up, team news, score and text commentary stream for the cricket match in Abu Dhabi at 14:30 GMT.

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UK forecast to have highest inflation among richest nations

The influential policy group lifts its forecast for UK inflation, saying it will be 3.5% in 2025.

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Turner prize 2025 review – puzzling banners, tinkling bells, burning landscapes and bum-like sculptures

Cartwright Hall Art Gallery, BradfordThere are calls for peace, intimations of violence, Korean folklore and spiralling vortices: everyone has a spiel but one artist stands outIntimations of war an...

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Wales target Spurs winger Moore for England switch

Wales have held talks with highly-rated teenage Tottenham Hotspur winger Mikey Moore about switching international allegiance from England.

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UN General Assembly 2025: What happens, key moments and speakers ahead

September 23 marks the start of the high-level General Debate, where more than 150 leaders will address the UN.

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Malawi ex-president takes clear lead in vote-count, results show

Peter Mutharika has got about 66% of the votes counted so far, putting him ahead of President Lazarus Chakwera.

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10 people who beat 8,000 others to become NASA astronaut candidates

NASA has chosen 10 new astronaut candidates who will train for missions to the Moon and Mars. Their selection represents a powerful blend of talent and ambition, fueling humanity’s next great leaps...

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Are Celtic and Rangers in a fit state for Europa League?

What state are Glasgow rivals Celtic and Rangers in as they kick off their Europa League campaigns?

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Woman Is Convicted of Killing Her Children and Leaving Them in Suitcases

South Korean police arrested Hakyung Lee in 2022 after the New Zealand police asked for assistance under the terms of an extradition treaty.

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For a Glimpse Into Ukraine’s War, Stop at a Gas Station

Ukrainian flags and the flags of various brigades hanging at OKKO gas station in Kharkiv, Ukraine.

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Jimmy Kimmel is coming back. It’s proof that you still have power | Robert Reich

Disney saw hurricane-level blowback over the talkshow host’s suspension, thanks in large part to consumersABC says “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” will return to the airwaves next Tuesday – less than a week a...

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Please Don’t Feed the Children review – Destry Spielberg debut splices 1970s exploitation with YA fairytale

A band of roving, feral orphans – asymptomatic carriers of a plague that turns adults into cannibals – regret accepting a stranger’s act of apparent kindnessThis low-budget horror thriller comes wi...

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‘Food forests are everything’: creating edible landscapes helps nature thrive in Afro-descendant lands

Agroforestry systems in Latin America practised by local communities are a boon to biodiversity, according to researchAs a seven-year-old, covered head to toe with only her eyes and nose exposed, D...

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Have Arsenal's forwards scored more goals or had more injuries since March?

Mikel Arteta is set to provide an update on Noni Madueke later today amid reports the winger will be ruled out for two months with a knee injury.

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Leading stallion Wootton Bassett dies aged 17

A leading stallion, who sired several of Europe's biggest race winners, dies aged 17.

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What does ‘Boriswave’ mean and what is its political significance?

Use by Nigel Farage is latest example of terms coined by the ‘extremely online right’ entering political mainstreamThis article is an extract from our First Edition newsletter. Sign up hereAt a pol...

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Only 1.2% of over one billion Africans have access to 5G networks: Report

Africa's 5G access is far below the global average of more than 20 percent, highlighting connectivity challenges.

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China Braces for the Worst as Typhoon Ragasa Barrels Toward Its Coast

Sandbags are prepared to hold back floodwaters, as Typhoon Ragasa was approaching Hong Kong on Tuesday.

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Harris ruled out of Australia's World Cup defence

Grace Harris is ruled out of Australia's squad for the World Cup and replaced by Heather Graham.

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Way-Too-Early Bracketology: Can Ryan Odom bring success back to Virginia, ACC?

The new Cavaliers coach is tasked with winning as big as the coach he once beat in a historic upset. Can it be done in Year 1?

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European recognition of Palestinian state shows US still only power that counts

Britain and France's decision to recognise a Palestinian state is a historic moment, but it only becomes feasible with US support.

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Trump to Address U.N. as He Jettisons Aid and Recasts U.S. Role

President Trump walking off Air Force One at John F. Kennedy Airport in New York, where he will attend the U.N. General Assembly meetings Tuesday.

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Defense Department Delays Cleanup of ‘Forever Chemicals’ Nationwide

Forever chemicals are used in firefighting foam. Above, a training exercise in 2012 at Cannon Air Force Base in New Mexico, one of several sites where groundwater has been contaminated.

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The Lowdown review – Ethan Hawke is terrific in playful neo-noir series

Reservation Dogs creator Sterlin Harjo’s excellent crime caper has the actor on top form as a journalist taking down Tulsa’s bad guysEthan Hawke is hilariously raccoon-like in The Lowdown; not just...

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Spread of diseases overwhelms Khartoum hospitals in war-ravaged Sudan

More than 5,000 cases of malaria, typhoid and dengue fever, causing dozens of deaths, were reported in last month.

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I've seen Labour's cursed deputy leader role up close. It should finally be abolished | Richard Heller

I worked for Denis Healey when he held the post, so I know just how useless it is – and how much better both the country and Labour would be without itRichard Heller is an author and former politic...

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Global economy more resilient than expected amid Trump tariffs, OECD says

International body warns of slowdown next year, with UK growth expected to lose ground among G7 countriesBusiness live – latest updatesThe global economy has been more resilient than expected in th...

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Dodging New York traffic: hundreds of humpback whaless on a collision course with ships

Humpbacks are thriving in the warm waters off the coast of Manhattan but maritime restrictions have not kept paceIt is the beginning of August and a crowd is gathered on the deck of the American Pr...

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Pep’s record-low possession and how the Premier League is changing

Pep Guardiola faced accusations of parking the bus in Manchester City's 1-1 draw with Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.

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Between The Lines: Pep's Man City style shift - and how he's changing the game again

Nick Wright breaks down Pep Guardiola's Manchester City side's new style of play, looks at how it's changed from previous years, and how this shift is impacting other Premier League teams.

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‘A broken system full of criminality and death’: the podcast lifting the lid on what happens to the UK’s rubbish

Turkey’s recycling centres treat vast amounts of the UK’s waste – and rely on refugees who work in conditions so unsafe that hundreds have died. A new podcast uncovers the sinister side of what hap...

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Red Roses' Ward prepared for 'emotional' World Cup as a mother

Abbie Ward has made it to a Rugby World Cup final before, but this time things are slightly different. Now, her daughter is watching pitchside.

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Sunderland record signing Diarra out until December

Sunderland midfielder Habib Diarra is ruled out until December with a groin injury.

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Rescue efforts as super typhoon hits Philippines, displacing thousands

Super Typhoon Ragasa triggered flooding and landslides in the region.

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Student’s pinkie-sized fossil reveals a new croc species

A 95-million-year-old crocodyliform fossil, affectionately nicknamed Elton, was discovered in Montana by student Harrison Allen. Unlike most crocs, it lived on land and ate a varied diet. The find...

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In Ukraine’s Sloviansk, some are abandoning long-held sympathies for Russia

Locals who sided with pro-Russian separatists become ideologically closer to Ukraine as the war rumbles on.

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Heirs and Graces by Eleanor Doughty review – what are aristocrats really like?

A journalist brings verve and expertise to a subject that is still weighed down by tedious dynastic detailA large number of paragraphs, maybe every paragraph, of Eleanor Doughty’s Heirs and Graces...

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All the Devils Are Here review – Eddie Marsan and Sam Claflin hole up in cottage-bound crime drama

In the aftermath of a large heist, Marsan’s gang of thieves battle mistrust and cabin fever as they make tracks for a remote Dartmoor homesteadCan you trust your work colleagues? Perhaps not when t...

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Will Celtic and Rangers ease pressure by impressing in Europa League?

After Champions League disasters and fan protests, both sides of the Old Firm are looking for Europa League progression.

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With walk-off win, Padres head back to playoffs

The Padres clinched their fourth playoff berth in six seasons with a 5-4, 11-inning win against the Brewers on Monday night.

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Ed Davey to attack ‘cruelty and stupidity’ of Trump administration in speech to Lib Dem conference – UK politics live

Liberal Democrat leader to deliver keynote speech to party conference and explicitly attack Donald TrumpGood morning. Ed Davey, the Liberal Democrat leader, will deliver his keynote speech to his p...

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What’s happened to diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine?

Russia and Ukraine intensify attacks a month after US President Donald Trump met their leaders.

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Super Typhoon Ragasa makes landfall in Philippines

Thousands seek shelter from gale-force winds as Typhoon Ragasa makes landfall on its way to southern China.

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Trump to present plan on ending Israel’s Gaza war to Arab, Muslim leaders

US president will meet with leaders from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, Egypt, Jordan, Turkiye, Indonesia and Pakistan.

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All you need to know for the County Championship finale

Nottinghamshire and Surrey vie for the title and five sides battle to avoid a bottom-two finish in Division One in the final round of the County Championship.

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College Football Playoff Bubble Watch: Breaking down every conference

Putting the spotlight on select teams and questions around others as the early playoff picture takes shape.

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MLB playoff pressure rankings: Which World Series contenders must win now -- or else?

For some teams this October, a victory would be far sweeter -- and a defeat much more painful.

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Best slugger, best game ... badonkadonk of the year?! Jeff Passan's 2025 MLB season awards

Forget the MVP and Cy Young Award races -- it's time for our fun and wide-ranging regular-season annual accolades.

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Global investment in renewable energy up 10% on 2024 despite Trump rollback

Growth rate slightly lower than previous first-half years but sector still strong and resilient, experts sayInvestment in renewable energy has continued to increase around the world despite moves b...

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Unification Church leader arrested in S Korean ex-first lady bribery case

Han Hak-ja is accused of ordering the church to bribe former First Lady Kim Keon Hee for favours for the church.

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Forty years on, how Jacklin resurrected Ryder Cup

The Ryder Cup was dying after decades of US dominance. Then Tony Jacklin became captain and sparked an era of European glory - this is how he did it.

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Free-scoring Lions punish Ravens' porous defense

The Baltimore Ravens stumbled at home, losing 38-30 to the Detroit Lions as their early-season record dropped to 1-2.

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Will There Ever Be Another You by Patricia Lockwood review – long Covid from the inside

The cult author’s autofictional follow-up to No One Is Talking About This is the story of a breakdownIt sounds like the setup to a joke: a viral author and a global virus walk into a novel. The pun...

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Mission Alarum review – dreadful Sylvester Stallone spy thriller shames cinema itself

Donald Trump’s ‘special ambassador to Hollywood’ plays a grizzled agent in this dismal action movie Back at the beginning of the second Trump administration (which feels like the Jurassic era now),...

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Could 'tactical mistake' over money put Team USA under extra pressure?

There are five hundred thousand reasons why Team USA players could come under scrutiny from the New York crowd during this year's Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black.

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After India, OpenAI launches its affordable ChatGPT Go plan in Indonesia

OpenAI is launching ChatGPT Go in Indonesia to compete with Google AI Plus plan.

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TV tonight: can Romesh Ranganathan’s standup show improve lives?

The comedian tries something a bit different with his new project. Plus: the finale of Liz Hurley’s ludicrous reality show. Here’s what to watch this evening10pm, Sky Max Romesh Ranganathan’s newe...

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The last time England won the Rugby World Cup

Relive the 2014 Women's Rugby World Cup final, when England beat Canada to end a run of three successive final defeats.

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The hard right are claiming the cross – and true Christians should not allow it | Polly Toynbee

British church leaders have finally spoken out about the dangerous rise of Christian nationalism. But their message was far too timidNot here in this tolerant green and pleasant land of gentle, if...

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David Bowie’s Aladdin Sane could become most expensive album art ever sold

Original image shot by Brian Duffy estimated to fetch £300,000 when it goes under the hammer in OctoberThe original image for David Bowie’s Aladdin Sane album could become the most expensive album...

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Can We Stop Killing Each Other? review – a violence-themed show that’s about as dangerous as a garden centre

Sainsbury Centre, NorwichThis exhibition asks whether art can diminish the human capacity for violence – but you might want to throttle someone after seeing this nonsenseCollaborating with a fragra...

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Alan Partridge is conduit to talk about ‘taboo’ subjects, says Steve Coogan

As TV character returns to BBC, Coogan says new series is a kind of ‘Trojan horse’ to air issues people feel anxious about bringing upAlan Partridge has become a “Trojan horse” to talk about “taboo...

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Georgia senators demand answers on more than a dozen deaths in immigration detention

Sens. Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock are asking Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem for answers after more than a dozen people died in immigration detention, as the department rushes to expand.

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5 takeaways from Kamala Harris' new book about her sprint for the presidency

Former Vice President Kamala Harris writes about her brief run for the presidency last year and her relationship with former President Joe Biden in her new book, out on Tuesday.

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New Zealand woman guilty of murdering 2 children, hiding bodies in luggage

Hakyung Lee, 45, found guilty of killing her children, Minu Jo, 6, and Yuna Jo, 8, and hiding bodies in storage.

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Country diary: The sound of a dragonfly is a 300m-year-old whisper | Paul Evans

The Marches, Shropshire: It’s almost inaudible to us, but it’s there, a gentle turbulence with a percussive clicking, ancient and electricBrrrrr, like pegs on bicycle wheels down a street far yet n...

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Unification Church Leader Is Arrested on Corruption Charges in South Korea

Han Hak-ja, the leader of the Unification Church, arriving at the Central District Court in Seoul on Monday. She was arrested on corruption-related charges on Tuesday.

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3 thoughts from an autism researcher on Trump's acetaminophen and vaccine claims

President Trump and his administration claim there could be a link between autism and acetaminophen and vaccines. We asked a researcher who has studied autism for decades for her thoughts.

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President Trump to discuss his foreign policy priorities with world leaders at UNGA

President Trump will meet with world leaders Tuesday to discuss his foreign policy priorities at the UN General Assembly.

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S10, Ep9: Miriam Margolyes, actor

Sound the klaxon … we’re in National Treasure territory today as Miriam Margolyes joins Grace to discuss the joys of Jewish food, breaking wind and, of course, being naughty on national TV. Miriam...

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NZ woman found guilty of killing her two children in 'suitcase murders'

Hakyung Lee, 44, faces a maximum sentence of life in prison.

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Three West African countries to quit UN top court

The three military juntas, who came to power through coups, say the judicial body is 'incapable' of handling 'proven war crimes'.

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Super typhoon heads to Taiwan, Hong Kong, China after lashing Philippines

Hong Kong is bracing for hurricane force winds from Super Typhoon Ragasa as southern China prepares for heavy flooding.

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'Why does China prefer war?' The K-drama line that infuriated the Chinese internet

China's ban on K-drama seemed to be easing - until Jun Ji-hyun's Tempest came along.

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How dehydration secretly fuels anxiety and health problems

Not drinking enough water could intensify stress responses. Researchers found that under-hydrated individuals had cortisol levels more than 50% higher during stressful situations. Poor hydration di...

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Government required to create plan to protect greater glider in major legal win for Wilderness Society

Murray Watt agrees recovery plans for greater glider, ghost bat, lungfish and sandhill dunnart were not made by successive governmentsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our b...

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Brazil ex-president Jair Bolsonaro's son charged with coercion

The move comes weeks after the former leader was sentenced to 27 years in jail over an attempted coup plot.

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This vibrant moth fooled scientists for generations

For more than a century, a dazzling pink-and-yellow moth was mistaken for a common European species, but DNA analysis revealed it as entirely new: Carcina ingridmariae. Found across the eastern Med...

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Does Labour’s new home secretary signal a harder line on immigration? – podcast

Shabana Mahmood is already making headlines in her new role. But who is she and what motivates her?Shabana Mahmood is now the first Muslim woman in one of the great offices of state. As the new hom...

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Pakistan floods spark cholera fears amid other rising health risks

Health experts warn of rising cholera cases in Pakistan amid catastrophic floods and strained healthcare.

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Insects are disappearing from the last places we thought were safe

A long-term study in Colorado reveals that insect populations are plummeting even in remote, undisturbed areas. Over two decades, flying insect abundance dropped by more than 70%, closely linked to...

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ICC charges ex-Philippine President Duterte with crimes against humanity

Rodrigo Duterte is accused of being an 'indirect co-perpetrator' in the murders of dozens of alleged criminals.

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Hundreds of Hollywood stars sign open letter condemning Kimmel suspension

Meryl Streep, Tom Hanks and Robert De Niro among signatories of ACLU letter decrying Disney’s move after Jimmy Kimmel made remarks on Kirk’s deathMore than 400 Hollywood stars have signed an open l...

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