Can the world's oldest president keep his title and woo a nation of young voters?
Cameroon's Paul Biya promises young voters "the best is yet to come" as others hunger for "young blood".
Notable Events Around the World on - 2025-10-10
Clark Olofsson, 78, Dies; Bank Robber Helped Inspire ‘Stockholm Syndrome’
Mr. Olofsson in 1974, when he was serving a jail sentence for the bank robbery the year before. He had been allowed outside the prison gates for a time.
nytimes.com
Bellingham speaks on the pressures of social media and importance of mental health
England and Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham opens up about the pressures of social media and the importance of mental health.
skysports.com
Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick, 80, Dies; In Congress, a Lifeline for Detroit
Carolyn Kilpatrick in 2006 with other members of the Congressional Black Caucus. She was elected its chair in 2007. With her, from left, were Representatives Mel Watt, Sheila Jackson Lee and Elijah...
nytimes.com
Palestine factions refuse foreign guardianship on Gaza as truce takes hold
Tens of thousands of displaced Palestinians head back to 'unrecognisable' Gaza City on first day of ceasefire.
aljazeera.com
Was Slovakia win Northern Ireland's best display under O'Neill?
Former Northern Ireland strikers David Healy and Gerry Armstrong believe Friday's World Cup qualifying win over Slovakia was NI's best performance under Michael O'Neill.
bbc.com
California’s landmark frontier AI law to bring transparency
While experts applaud the new law, a first in the US, for bringing in transparency, it is 'light touch regulation'.
aljazeera.com
'Now or never' - Littler fightback seals semi spot
Luke Littler hits a 152 checkout in the deciding leg to win a thrilling World Grand Prix quarter-final against Gerwyn Price.
bbc.com
O'Neill hails NI 'quality' but rues Bradley ban
Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill says his side were "excellent" in their 2-0 win over Slovakia in World Cup qualifying.
bbc.com
Littler delivers EPIC comeback win over Price after final-leg drama
Luke Littler is into the semi-finals of the Boyle Sports World Grand Prix after producing a remarkable comeback to stun Gerwyn Price in a final-leg thriller in Leicester.
skysports.com
Northern Ireland outclass Slovakia in Belfast
Watch the best of the action as Northern Ireland beat Slovakia 2-0 in their World Cup qualifier at Windsor Park in Belfast.
bbc.com
Gymnastics governing body reacts to Indonesia’s worlds block on Israel team
Indonesia has denied visas to Israelis for the upcoming world championships in most populous Muslim-majority nation.
aljazeera.com
Who is Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado?
Former Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, who's in hiding, is the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize winner.
aljazeera.com
Nikola Pilic, Whose Wimbledon Boycott Helped Shape Modern Tennis, Dies at 86
Nikola Pilic in 2004. He led a successful career as a coach, with Novak Djokovic often referring to him as “my tennis father.”
nytimes.com
Overlooked No More: Violeta Parra, Folk ‘Genius’ Who Redefined Latin American Music
A self-taught composer and interpreter, she led an unconventional and itinerant life devoted to spreading Chilean folkloric music.
nytimes.com
Portugal vs Ireland: World Cup qualifier – teams, start, lineups
Portugal are in a commanding position in the UEFA qualifiers for the FIFA 2026 World Cup, while Ireland are yet to win.
aljazeera.com
María Corina Machado Wins Nobel Peace Prize Despite Trump’s Campaign
María Corina Machado during the opening rally for the Presidential campaign last year in Caracas.
nytimes.com
Why Deloitte is betting big on AI despite a $10M refund
AI companies are making their much-anticipated enterprise plays, but the results are wildly inconsistent. Just this week, Deloitte announced it’s rolling out Anthropic’s Claude to all 5...
techcrunch.com
WIRED Roundup: Are We In An AI Bubble?
In this episode of Uncanny Valley, we talk about one author's journey to flee the US, social media surveillance, chatbots and the world of AI, and conspiracy theories for an autism cure.
wired.com
Trump announces layoffs amid government shutdown, despite legal questions
Reduction-in-force notifications have gone out to employees in departments including the Treasury and Homeland Security.
aljazeera.com
Melania Trump touts return of displaced children amid Russia-Ukraine war
In a brief speech, the US first lady revealed she had an 'open channel' of communication with Russian President Putin.
aljazeera.com
Palestinians in Gaza wait for ceasefire’s promises to become a reality
Ceasefire sparks cautious optimism in Gaza, but uncertainty lingers over promised reconstruction and aid distribution.
aljazeera.com
The Bench: Big Grand Final preview!
The Bench with Jenna (but no Jon!) looks ahead to the Super League Grand Final with Sam Tomkins and assesses where Hull KR vs Wigan Warriors will be won and lost.
skysports.com
What is the Senedd by-election in Caerphilly?
The sudden death of Hefin David triggered a by-election in Caerphilly.
bbc.com
Nobel Organizers Look Into Surge of Bets for Winner Ahead of Announcement
A door with an image of Alfred Nobel at the Swedish Academy in Stockholm.
nytimes.com
Bol switches to 800m and Hodgkinson 'can't wait'
Two-time world 400m hurdles champion Femke Bol says she is switching events and will compete in the 800m from next year.
bbc.com
Boris Johnson breached rules designed to stop abuse of contacts made in public office, watchdog finds
Johnson found to have breached rules after refusing to answer specific questions about allegations published by the GuardianBoris Johnson breached rules designed to stop the abuse of contacts and a...
theguardian.com
Knicks, Raptors agree to voluntarily dismiss lawsuit
The Knicks and Raptors agreed to voluntarily dismiss a 2023 lawsuit involving the alleged theft of thousands of confidential files, according to a court filing Friday that was obtained by ESPN.
espn.com
Elon, me and 20 million views: A conversation with Grok
Musk’s post about my Al Jazeera column on whiteness drew millions of views—and an unlikely conversation with his AI.
aljazeera.com
What to Know About ‘Gen Z Protests’ Around the World
Gen Z protests are raging against political establishments across the world, from Madagascar to Nepal. Katrin Bennhold and Hannah Beech, reporters for The New York Times, discuss what is causing th...
nytimes.com
Truck drivers anxiously await Gaza border opening to deliver aid
Desperately needed aid is in position on the Egypt-Gaza border, ready to be delivered to millions of Palestinians.
aljazeera.com
Labour’s softening stance towards China reinforced by dropped spy case
In an attempt to reset the relationship the government is refusing to describe China as a national security threat despite evidence to the contraryOnce, before the election, Labour’s approach to Ch...
theguardian.com
The billion-dollar infrastructure deals powering the AI boom
Here's everything we know about the biggest AI infrastructure projects, including major spending from Meta, Oracle, Microsoft, Google, and OpenAI.
techcrunch.com
Sources: Big Ten closes in on $2 billion capital deal
The Big Ten is approaching a vote on a private capital agreement and the formation of Big Ten Enterprises, which would infuse league schools with more than $2 billion, according to sources.
espn.com
Holding Back Tears, Prince William Shows a New Side of a Future King
In two video encounters — one discussing the impact of suicide, and a more lighthearted conversation with Eugene Levy — the heir to the British throne opened up, a little.
nytimes.com
Moss and Freud review – Kate meets Lucian and they get on brilliantly with absolutely no funny business at all
London film festival: The supermodel comes across as a dippy trustafarian and the artist like her soppy old grandpa in this bland, legacy-protecting depiction of their friendshipWhen Lucian Freud m...
theguardian.com
Peter M. Fishbein, Lawyer Accused in Savings-and-Loan Lawsuit, Dies at 91
Peter Fishbein in 1970. Mr. Fishbein, who became Kaye Scholer’s top lawyer in the 1980s, was responsible for its business strategy and led its rapid expansion in the United States and abroad.
nytimes.com
Lamar ruled out; Ravens to roll with Rush again
The Ravens have ruled quarterback Lamar Jackson out for Sunday's game against the Rams, marking the second straight week he has missed.
espn.com
Prezent raises $30 million to acquire AI services firms — starting with founder’s other company
Months after raising $20 million, enterprise-focused AI presentation startup Prezent is raising $30 million for acquisitions
techcrunch.com
Post your questions for Penelope Wilton
It’s your chance to ask the real-life Dame about playing a baroness in Downton, being married to Richard Briers in Ever Decreasing Circles or sacrificing herself to the DaleksIt’s hard to pick a fa...
theguardian.com
New Zealand earn first points with comfortable Bangladesh win
Brooke Halliday puts in a player of the match performance, with a 69 run knock to help New Zealand on their way to a comfortable 100-run win over Bangladesh to get their first win of the ICC Women'...
bbc.com
New Zealand beat Bangladesh to earn first win
New Zealand survive a top-order collapse to beat Bangladesh by 100 runs in Guwahati and pick up their first win of the Women's World Cup
bbc.com
‘We were the original punks’: the rebel women revitalising local music scenes
A thriving movement is reclaiming the genre and bringing more diverse audiences to live venuesAsk Cathy Loughead the most punk thing she’s ever done, and she doesn’t miss a beat: “I went on stage w...
theguardian.com
Richard Tice accepted stay at French Riviera home of Tory donor
Reform deputy leader’s trip, worth £1,400, to Lubov Chernukhin’s property was for ‘discussing gas power in UK’Reform UK’s deputy leader, Richard Tice, accepted a £1,400 stay at the French Riviera h...
theguardian.com
Former Biden official on President Trump's peace plan for Gaza
NPR's Scott Detrow talks with Jake Sullivan, national security adviser to former President Biden, about President Trump's plan for peace in Gaza.
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Russia’s Putin says ‘no big deal’ if US won’t extend nuclear warhead limits
Russian president reveals development of new strategic weapons amid stalled nuclear treaty talks with United States.
aljazeera.com
Mount Everest Just Recorded Some of Its Most Intense Snowfall Ever
A still image taken from a video showed trekkers leaving their campsite, as unusually heavy snow and rainfall pummeled the Himalayas, in the Tibet Region, China, on Sunday.
nytimes.com
Zarah Sultana says she and Corbyn have reconciled and can co-lead new party
MP insists ‘show is back on the road’ and compares relationship to that of Liam and Noel GallagherZarah Sultana has said she and Jeremy Corbyn have patched up their combustible co-leadership of a n...
theguardian.com
The Nobel Peace Prize draws attention, but struggles to drive long-term change.
nytimes.com
John Lodge, Moody Blues Singer and Bassist, Dies at 82
John Lodge performing with the Moody Blues in 2018, when the band was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
nytimes.com
New Zealand claim first win in 100-run victory over Bangladesh
New Zealand picked up their first win of the Women's World Cup at the third attempt with a 100-run victory Bangladesh in Guwahati.
skysports.com
Renato Casaro, ‘Michelangelo of Movie Posters,’ Dies at 89
Few moviegoers knew his name, but directors like Sergio Leone, Sylvester Stallone and Quentin Tarantino considered his vivid work invaluable.
nytimes.com
Man who entered UK on small boat found guilty of threatening to kill Nigel Farage
Fayaz Khan, 26, made the threat in a TikTok video that Reform UK leader told the court was ‘pretty chilling’A man who came to the UK on a small boat has been found guilty of making a threat to kill...
theguardian.com
Pakistan and India: What’s the global cost of natural disasters?
Floods in Pakistan and India re-ignite the debate on the mounting cost of global disasters.
aljazeera.com
Trump Threatens to Cancel Meeting with China’s Xi and Impose New Tariffs
President Trump wrote on social media on Friday that he was considering new tariffs on Chinese imports in response to China’s curbs on rare earth minerals exports.
nytimes.com
Sources: Big Ten closes in on private equity deal
The Big Ten is approaching a vote on a private capital agreement and the formation of Big Ten Enterprises, which would infuse league schools with more than $2 billion, according to sources.
espn.com
John Lodge, Moody Blues Singer and Bassist, Dies at 82
John Lodge performing with the Moody Blues in 2018, when the band was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
nytimes.com
Steelers' Porter, Highsmith off team's injury list
Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. and pass rusher Alex Highsmith no longer appear on the team's injury report, paving the way for both players to take the field in Sunday's AFC North matchup agai...
espn.com
Instagram head Adam Mosseri pushes back on Mr. Beast’s AI fears, but admits society will have to adjust
Instagram chief Adam Mosseri says AI will empower new creators while forcing society to rethink what’s real online as synthetic content grows.
techcrunch.com
Instagram head Adam Mosseri pushes back on MrBeast’s AI fears, but admits society will have to adjust
Instagram chief Adam Mosseri says AI will empower new creators while forcing society to rethink what’s real online as synthetic content grows.
techcrunch.com
As Nobel Prize goes to Venezuela's opposition, how far will Trump go to help them?
Maria Corina Machado called on Donald Trump directly to help her country which continues to be at crisis.
bbc.com
Ricky Hatton funeral: Story of the day
Thousands lined the streets as former world champion and British boxing icon Ricky Hatton was laid to rest in Manchester. For anyone affected, support is available at sky.com/viewersupport
skysports.com
Spyware maker NSO Group confirms acquisition by US investors
NSO Group confirmed to TechCrunch that an unnamed group of American investors has taken “controlling ownership” of the surveillance tech maker.
techcrunch.com
Musk’s Boring Co. violated environmental regulations nearly 800 times, Nevada alleges
The Boring Co. violated state environmental regulations nearly 800 times, many of which occurred after signing an agreement saying it would comply.
techcrunch.com
Snubbed by Nobel, Trump to head to Middle East to celebrate Gaza ‘peace’
White House decries Nobel Committee's decision not to hand Peace Prize to Donald Trump after Gaza ceasefire deal.
aljazeera.com
Thousands line streets of Manchester for Hatton's funeral
The great and good of the boxing world were among those saying an emotional farewell to the boxer.
bbc.com
What Rangers could expect from Gerrard: The sequel
As Rangers consider a return for Steven Gerrard, BBC Scotland examines his past Ibrox achievements and his record since leaving.
bbc.com
Unable to celebrate openly, Venezuelans quietly honor the country’s first Nobel laureate.
María Corina Machado at a political debate in Caracas, Venezuela, in 2023.
nytimes.com
Calls for UK government to pardon women executed for witchcraft
Council leader writes to home secretary asking for general pardon for ‘witches’ convicted in 16th and 17th centuriesOn 30 July 1652, seven women were hanged on Penenden Heath in Maidstone, Kent. Wi...
theguardian.com
Why did CFB move its transfer portal? What do coaches think? Is tampering a problem?
The NCAA officially moved its football transfer portal to January, but not without questions. We have answers.
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Ricky Hatton funeral: Commentator Adam Smith delivers moving eulogy
Boxing commentator Adam delivers a heartfelt eulogy at Ricky Hatton's funeral.
skysports.com
Google Search Could Change Forever in the UK
New regulation from the UK’s competition authority means Google may be forced to make major changes in the way that people use its search engine.
wired.com
Machado’s Nobel is “terrific news” for democracy in Venezuela
Juan Pappier of Human Rights Watch says Maria Corina Machado’s Nobel Prize is boost for Venezuela’s fight for democracy.
aljazeera.com
The Best Vacuum for Pet Hair—We Tested a Dozen Models to Find Which Work Best (2025)
Cordless, handheld, robot, and traditional—we tested them all to find the vacuum that’s fantastic for fur.
wired.com
Spitting Image comics decry lawsuit over depiction of Paddington Bear
Al Murray and Matt Forde say action over portrayal as foul-mouthed drug addict is attack on freedom of expressionA decision to sue the makers of Spitting Image over a depiction of Paddington Bear a...
theguardian.com
Source: Cowboys' Jones won't appeal $250K fine
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones won't appeal the $250,000 fine he received this week from the NFL for an obscene gesture made during the win against the Jets at MetLife Stadium.
espn.com
Orange-bellied parrots have swelled back from imminent extinction – but now they face a new threat
Experts warn approving a windfarm in the habitat of one of Australia’s most critically endangered birds could be ‘rolling the dice’ on their survivalSign up for climate and environment editor Adam...
theguardian.com
Operation Pope review – hard-bitten thriller about a true-life papal assassination plot
Audiences will obviously be aware the secret plan to kill John Paul II did not succeed, but despite a baggy narrative the high-stakes espionage is still compelling‘You want me to shoot the pope?” T...
theguardian.com
My one-month-old grandson was killed by police tear gas
Counting the cost of deadly Gen Z protests in Madagascar where most young people are unemployed.
bbc.com
Sean Scully: Mirroring review – how can a rectangle contain so much suffering?
Estorick Collection, LondonIf you find the fields of colour that Scully has been painting for four decades tranquil, then you haven’t been looking closely enoughA square painting called Blue Wall h...
theguardian.com
Farage insists ex-Reform UK Wales leader convicted of bribery is ‘bad apple’
Farage said he was shocked by Nathan Gill’s admissions relating to pro-Russia statementsNigel Farage has insisted his party’s former leader in Wales who was convicted of taking pro-Russian bribes w...
theguardian.com
Who is Maria Corina Machado, 2025 winner of the Nobel Peace Prize?
The 'Iron Lady' of Venezeula, an opposition leader who is currently in hiding, has been lauded by the Nobel Committee.
aljazeera.com
Beaumont: England ready to 'grit it out' against Sri Lanka
Tammy Beaumont believes England are ready for their trial by spin against Sri Lanka as they aim to extend their record to three wins from three in the Women's Cricket World Cup.
skysports.com
The best recent science fiction, fantasy and horror – review roundup
All That We See Or Seem by Ken Liu; When There Are Wolves Again by EJ Swift; The White Octopus Hotel by Alexandra Bell; Darker Days by Thomas Olde Heuvelt; Remain by Nicholas Sparks with M Night Sh...
theguardian.com
UK slaps Google Search with special market status, making way for stricter regulations
The CMA has designated Google as having "strategic market status" in the search and search advertising markets, which means the company has such "a substantial and entrenched" position that it requ...
techcrunch.com
‘You gave everything’: West Bank journalists honour fallen Gaza colleagues
Palestinian journalists reflect on the courage required of their colleagues in Gaza to document war and oppression.
aljazeera.com
Is being a Guardian reporter as exciting as the movies make out?
Keira Knightley cuts a more glamorous figure than most Guardian staff in her new Netflix film The Woman in Cabin 10, while Tennant is a dead ringer for star reporter Nick Davies. But how convincing...
theguardian.com
When the bombs in Gaza stop, the true pain starts
When the guns fall quiet, Gaza is left with the ache of survival and the wounds that peace can’t heal.
aljazeera.com
The world is just not quite ready for humanoids yet
Famed robotics Rodney Brooks recently sounded the alarm on the amount of money going into humanoid startups. He's not the only skeptic.
techcrunch.com
Baby giant tortoises thrive in Seychelles after first successful artificial incubation
Exclusive: Trial that has produced 13 hatchlings could help other threatened species avoid extinctionThe slow-motion pitter-patter of tiny giant tortoise feet has been worryingly rare in recent yea...
theguardian.com
How Israel denies the right to play for Palestinian children
We look at Palestinian children's right to play in war-ravaged Gaza and in the occupied West Bank.
aljazeera.com
England aim to go 'all guns blazing' in World Cup
Opener Tammy Beaumont says England are aiming to "keep building that momentum" at the World Cup with victory over Sri Lanka on Saturday.
bbc.com
Report: LSU's Lacy hit 88 mph before fatal crash
A district attorney's office investigation has discovered several inconsistencies in the police report on a fatal crash involving LSU wide receiver Kyren Lacy.
espn.com
Bath mats, candles and underpants: would Basquiat have loved or hated all the merch?
New book The Making of an Icon examines artist whose works have become almost ubiquitousIt seems like a new Jean-Michel Basquiat fashion collaboration drops online most weeks, from a £20 Uniqlo cre...
theguardian.com
Live Updates: María Corina Machado of Venezuela Is Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize
The Norwegian Nobel Committee praised “her tireless work promoting democratic rights.” Ms. Machado, who built one of Venezuela’s most important political movements, has been in hiding since last year.
nytimes.com
Netanyahu faces right-wing threat to collapse his government
Benjamin Netanyahu’s cabinet has voted to accept the Gaza ceasefire deal, despite threats from coalition partners.
aljazeera.com
Enslavement, immolation and an HIV diagnosis: the artists expressing harsh truths with collage
From queer relationships and migration to AI and colonial histories, a huge range of artists have spliced together photography and archive material to create images that challenge history as we kno...
theguardian.com
‘Without journalists, war crimes remain unwritten’
Journalists are experiencing a 'total genocide' in Gaza, Al Jazeera's conference is told.
aljazeera.com
Moody Blues singer and bassist John Lodge dies aged 82
Musician died peacefully surrounded by sounds of Everly Brothers and Buddy Holly, say familyThe Moody Blues singer and bass guitarist, John Lodge, has died at the age of 82, his family have said.Lo...
theguardian.com
Concussion protocol for Giants' Dart under review
The NFL and NFLPA are reviewing the concussion protocol used in the evaluation of New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart during Thursday night's game against the Philadelphia Eagles.
espn.com
How sprinter Levitt turned groceries to gold
Victoria Levitt says supermarket click-and-collect job helped her become world champion sprinter after taking gold in New Delhi earlier this month.
bbc.com
BBC airing false claim about Euan Blair blamed on young producers ‘marinated in social media’
Broadcaster apologised after Have I Got News For You falsely said ex-PM’s son’s firm had won digital ID contractThe arrival of a generation of young producers “marinated in social media” led to a f...
theguardian.com
Monster munch: can Predator: Badlands survive the removal of its unashamedly ultraviolent roots?
Thanks to director Dan Trachtenberg, the franchise has evolved. But the pure cinematic testosterone that sustained it may have disappearedThere is a longstanding Hollywood urban myth that the origi...
theguardian.com
India to reopen embassy in Kabul after 4-year hiatus amid new Taliban ties
India reopens embassy in Kabul, marking its first diplomatic engagement with the Taliban since their 2021 takeover.
aljazeera.com
Machado’s Peace Prize Is Latest Nobel Honor for Female Democracy Campaigners
Ali and Kiana Rahmani receiving the Nobel Peace Prize for Narges Mohammadi, their mother, in Oslo in 2023.
nytimes.com
English democracy relies on local councillors. So why are so many facing the axe? | Polly Toynbee
Government plans to merge councils may not save money, and do nothing to solve the very real problems they faceIt’s extraordinary that a profound reshaping – and shrinking – of our democracy is hap...
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Tech, terror and Tom Hollander: Niamh Algar on her wild new TV thriller
The Irish actor started out with Shane Meadows but her career is now stratospheric. As she takes on big tech in The Iris Affair, she talks about nerves, AI nightmares – and battling a malevolent su...
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Jewels of the Nile: how a new exhibition finally gives Egyptian artists their due
They may not have called themselves artists but, as a new exhibition explores, the mostly anonymous painters, sculptors and craftspeople working under the pharaohs still made their mark in distinct...
theguardian.com
US farmers caught in Trump-China trade war – who’ll buy the soybeans?
Tariffs have caused a Chinese exit from the soybean market – and midwestern farmers are waiting on a solutionAt the Purfeerst farm in southern Minnesota, the soybean harvest just wrapped up for the...
theguardian.com
‘Very significant’ Jack Kerouac story discovered after mafia boss auction
Exclusive: Two-page 1957 manuscript signed by author linked to his classic of beat literature, On the RoadA “very significant” unpublished story by Jack Kerouac described as “a lost chapter of the...
theguardian.com
United States GP: UK schedule and how to watch on Sky Sports
Formula 1 crosses the Atlantic to start a crucial phase of the 2025 world title run-in as the United States Grand Prix in Austin plays host to the season's fourth Sprint weekend, live on Sky Sports...
skysports.com
Gerrard to hold further Rangers talks with Danny Rohl also a candidate
Rangers are holding further talks with Steven Gerrard as they search for a new boss.
skysports.com
China tightens export controls on rare-earth metals: Why this matters
Move is a strategic one ahead of new round of tricky trade talks with the United States.
aljazeera.com
Ben Sulayem set to stand unopposed in FIA election
Incumbent Mohammed Ben Sulayem is poised to stand unopposed in December's election for the presidency of motorsport's governing body.
bbc.com
Norway FA president welcomes Israel peace deal before vital World Cup tie
Norway's FA had said profits from ticket sales from the Israel game would be sent to Doctors Without Borders in Gaza.
aljazeera.com
Zimbabwe MP dies after his car hits an elephant
Desire Moyo died a day before his 46th birthday - the four other MPs in the car have been taken to hospital.
bbc.com
Proton VPN Review (2025): The Best VPN for Most People
Proton VPN has a low price, an excellent privacy track record, and blistering speeds. What more could you ask for?
wired.com
Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid eye France duo Upamecano, Konaté
Liverpool's Ibrahima Konaté, Bayern Munich's Dayot Upamecano and Crystal Palace's Marc Guéhi are on Real Madrid's short list. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.
espn.com
Hull KR & Wigan set for repeat of 2024 Grand Final
Wigan Warriors and Hull KR will face off once again in Saturday's Super League Grand Final, but the story is very different 12 months on.
bbc.com
Get Cartier! How Jean Novel turned an old Paris department store into a museum to rival the Louvre
The exterior may be a bit Apple shop. But inside – upending the very notion of galleries – the new Fondation Cartier can reconfigure its spaces with thrillingly movable platforms. And as for the le...
theguardian.com
MIT’s new precision gene editing tool could transform medicine
MIT scientists have found a way to make gene editing far safer and more accurate — a breakthrough that could reshape how we treat hundreds of genetic diseases. By fine-tuning the tiny molecular “to...
sciencedaily.com
Source: Yankees' Bellinger to opt out of contract
The New York Yankees' Cody Bellinger plans to opt out of his contract and become a free agent next month, according to a source.
espn.com
Getting a Gaza ceasefire was “the easy part”
“Any misperceptions, missed deadlines or misinterpretations can scupper this whole [ceasefire].”
aljazeera.com
‘Little lungs are paying’: why the Dieselgate scandal is still running hot
Carmakers accused of cheating air pollution rules have faced little punishment but trial brought by 1.8m UK motorists is about to begin“Little lungs are still paying for Dieselgate every day,” says...
theguardian.com
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize
Machado is recognised for "tireless work promoting democratic rights" in Venezuela, the Nobel Committee says.
bbc.com
Displaced Palestinians begin pained journey home as Gaza truce takes hold
Israeli forces begin pulling out of key Gaza areas as ceasefire agreement starts after intensive US-led diplomatic push.
aljazeera.com
Highlights: Katsu shoots course-record 61 to lead Buick LPGA Shanghai
Highlights of the second round of the Buick LPGA Shanghai at the Qizhong Garden Golf Club.
skysports.com
Add to playlist: the coffee-shop charms of Jordan Patterson and the week’s best new tracks
The North Carolina-born singer’s breezy, earnest music recalls the various delights of the Lilith Fair cohort. Just be careful how you search her nameFrom North Carolina, USRecommended if you like...
theguardian.com
Meta Tells Its Metaverse Workers to Use AI to ‘Go 5X Faster’
Mark Zuckerberg's metaverse chief is urging employees to adopt AI across every workflow as part of a broader shift inside the company.
wired.com
Peru swears in new president after Dina Boluarte’s impeachment
Congress chief Jose Jeri was sworn in as Peru’s new president after Congress unanimously voted to remove Dina Boluarte.
aljazeera.com
Duck family rescued from busy Australian motorway
Watch: Duck family rescued from busy Australian motorway
bbc.com
How to End the War in Gaza for Good
American and Arab pressure can ensure Israel and Hamas reach a durable settlement.
foreignaffairs.com
Rookie Dart helps Giants shock Eagles - best plays
Watch the best plays from rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart as he helps the New York Giants to a 34-17 win over defending Superbowl champions the Philadelphia Eagles.
bbc.com
Best Latex Mattress Options for Natural Support (2025)
Latex mattresses are an appealing option for their natural materials and bouncy support. These are the best brands and models we’ve tested in our own homes.
wired.com
Robbie Williams review – tiny Camden gig offers blinding star wattage – and a surprising new song about Morrissey
Dingwalls, LondonPreviewing new album Britpop to an audience of 600, the star promises ‘no stadium bravado’ and delivers droll new songs alongside stripped-back oldiesWhat do you do if you’re a sup...
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Charley’s Aunt review – a fresh and fun glow-up for Victorian farce
Watermill theatre, Newbury Rob Madge’s colourful reworking of the 1892 comedy makes clever adjustments while retaining the original’s spiritThe frump turns fabulous in this new version of a redoubt...
theguardian.com
Who Is María Corina Machado, the Winner of the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize?
María Corina Machado with supporters in Caracas, Venezuela, during a primary election in 2023.
nytimes.com
No plans to send UK troops to monitor Gaza ceasefire, says Cooper
The foreign secretary says the UK will continue to support the peace process through diplomacy.
bbc.com
‘Tron: Ares’ Wants to Gaslight You About the Future of AI
The latest film in the Tron franchise seems to have not learned any lessons from sci-fi movies past—or from current reality.
wired.com
Richard Tice has 15-year record of supporting ‘net stupid zero’ initiatives
Firms led by deputy Reform UK leader since 2011 have shown commitment to saving energy and cutting CO2 emissionsUK politics live – latest updatesHe never seems to tire of deriding “net stupid zero”...
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'Weighed heavily on my conscience' - why Gee left Israeli team
A former Israel-Premier Tech rider is facing a 30m Euro damages claim after terminating his contract with team over "personal beliefs".
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Points over performance as Scotland keep World Cup hopes alive
"Sometimes you don't get what you deserve in football, and sometimes you get a little bit more than you deserve."
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My Right Foot review – wryly humorous look at life with a terminal illness
Axis Ballymun, DublinMixing childhood memories, songs and Shakespeare, Michael Patrick delivers a one-man show about the reality of being given four years to liveMichael Patrick may not live long e...
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US to send 200 troops to Israel to monitor Gaza ceasefire
The US will establish a multinational force in Israel, likely to include troops from Egypt, Qatar, Turkey and the UAE, officials say.
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They’re smaller than dust, but crucial for Earth’s climate
Coccolithophores, tiny planktonic architects of Earth’s climate, capture carbon, produce oxygen, and leave behind geological records that chronicle our planet’s history. European scientists are uni...
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The man who could challenge Dupont as world's best
As South Africa sensation Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu prepares to face Scarlets, BBC Sport Wales profiles the Springboks star.
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One win away from a WNBA Finals sweep: How the Aces stayed a step ahead of the Mercury
Las Vegas has had all the answers in the WNBA Finals, from star performances, super-subs and a seldom-used zone defense.
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Venezuela’s opposition leader Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize 2025
The Nobel Committee announced Venezuela's opposition leader Maria Corina Machado as this year’s Nobel Peace Prize winner
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Former British diplomat challenges Palestine Action ban in Scotland
Craig Murray argues proscription order contravenes rights to freedom of speech under European convention of human rightsA former British diplomat has served a petition challenging the ban on Palest...
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Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize
This is a breaking news story.
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‘Visual medicine’: Jamel Shabazz’s evocative photos of Brooklyn’s Prospect Park
The photographer’s new book collects his pictures of the mammoth New York City park from the 1980s up until nowThere is, allegedly, a commonly held belief among landscape architects familiar with N...
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North Korean Scammers Are Doing Architectural Design Now
New research shows that North Koreans appear to be trying to trick US companies into hiring them to develop architectural designs using fake profiles, résumés, and Social Security numbers.
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Government to consult on digital IDs for 13-year-olds
There has been a backlash to the announcement a UK-wide digital ID scheme will be introduced by 2029.
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Australia coach not ruling Cummins out of Ashes opener yet
Australia head coach Andrew McDonald said captain Pat Cummins was running out of time to be fit in time for the Ashes next month, but has not been ruled out yet.
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Massive 7.4 earthquake off Philippines: What we know so far
At least two dead but a tsumani alert triggered by the earthquake has now passed.
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Last year’s Peace Prize was awarded to Japanese atomic bomb survivors.
Terumi Tanaka, a survivor and co-chair of Nihon Hidankyo, arriving for the Nobel Peace Prize award ceremony last year.
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How will the EU’s new entry-exit border system work?
From October 12, the EU will roll out a new entry system for foreigners who need short-stay Schengen visas.
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Video shows Israeli tanks reportedly pulling back from Gaza front line
Israeli tanks and heavy combat vehicles were filmed in Gaza on Friday, reportedly withdrawing from parts of the enclave.
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More than half of world’s bird species in decline, as leaders meet on extinction crisis
Biodiversity losses are growing, the IUCN reports as summit opens, but green turtle’s recovery ‘reminds us conservation works’More than half of all bird species are in decline, according to a new g...
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I.U.C.N. Updates Its Red List on the Global Status of Wildlife
Sea turtles are making a surprising comeback, according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature. The news was not so good for Arctic seals.
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As Winter Nears, Russian Strikes on Ukraine’s Energy Grid Cause Blackouts
Central Kyiv on Friday after a huge Russian missile and drone strike cut power to swathes of the city. It was the second large attack on Ukraine’s grid this week.
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Sabalenka extends Wuhan win streak to 20 matches
Aryna Sabalenka extends her winning streak at the Wuhan Open to 20 matches with a straight-set victory over Elena Rybakina in the quarter-finals.
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'It'll only be right to win at least one World Series for him': Can Yankees build championship team around Aaron Judge?
After another October exit, the Yankees captain turns 34 in April. Here's what we know -- and don't know -- about next year in the Bronx.
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Širom: In the Wind of Night, Hard-Fallen Incantations Whisper review | Jude Rogers' folk album of the month
(tak:til/Glitterbeat)The Slovenian trio conjure strange beauty from a vast arsenal of global instruments in an album that hums, drones and dances with intense powerSome bands use a variety of tradi...
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Super League Grand Final pundit predictions as Hull KR and Wigan face off
Ahead of the Super League Grand Final 2025 between Hull KR and Wigan Warriors, we asked the Sky Sports Rugby League pundits for their predictions...
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Yvette Cooper defends children as young as 13 needing digital ID – UK politics live
Foreign secretary says it is ‘right way forward’ for young teenagers to have digital IDThe foreign secretary has defended children as young as 13 needing digital ID, reports the PA news agency.Aske...
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Digging in on 31 tasty morsels from a full Week 7 menu
New features Indiana-Oregon and Alabama-Missouri mix with standbys such as Oklahoma-Texas this weekend.
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Attacks on Gaza continue after Israel agrees ceasefire
Explosions and smoke were seen in Gaza on Friday, with attacks taking place after Israel’s gov't approved the ceasefire.
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Sabalenka books semi-final spot with Pegula at Wuhan Open
Aryna Sabalenka extended her unbeaten run at the Wuhan Open to 20 matches with a straight-sets victory over Elena Rybakina on Friday.
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Sabalenka books semi-final spot with Pegula at Wuhan Open
Aryna Sabalenka extended her unbeaten run at the Wuhan Open to 20 matches with a straight-sets victory over Elena Rybakina on Friday.
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Rookies Dart & Skattebo star as Giants stun Eagles
Jaxson Dart and Cam Skattebo help the New York Giants to a 34-17 win over defending Super Bowl champions the Philadelphia Eagles.
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Explosions Rock Kabul as Taliban Minister Visits India
A journalist watching a livestream of talks between the Afghan foreign minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi, and Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar of India in New Delhi on Friday.
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Hannah Frances: Nested in Tangles review – ramshackle arrangements power restless revelations
(Fire Talk)Wayward tempos and snapping drums break fresh ground in this unruly release from the Vermont musicianHannah Frances’s exhilarating sixth album is an unruly ecosystem: nature sprawls, res...
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Police fire tear gas as violence erupts in Madagascar protests
Security forces fire rubber bullets at protesters in Madagascar in eruption of violence causing civil society alarm.
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NHL breakout tiers: From Nazar to Snuggerud to Peterka, players set to level up
From players with new linemates to young stars set to hit superstardom to enticing rookies, watch out for this group.
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Facing must-win Game 5, why Seattle's other MVP will be crucial to Mariners' chances
While the world watched Cal Raleigh's rise, Julio Rodriguez took another step in his evolution as a superstar.
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Cindy McCain Steps Away From World Food Program During Recovery From Mild Stroke
Cindy McCain, the head of the U.N. World Food Program, suffered a mild stroke this week.
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Week in wildlife: a bumpy snailfish, a slow loris and a whistle pig
The best of this week’s wildlife photographs from around the world Continue reading...
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Price 'not scared' of Littler - 'If I turn up, I will win'
Gerwyn Price says he is "not scared of anybody" and "here to win" as he prepares for a blockbuster World Grand Prix quarter-final against Luke Littler on Friday night.
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‘Socialist paradise’: North Korea’s Kim marks 80th year of governing party
Kim Jong Un claims no mistakes, promises economic growth and stronger global standing for the nation.
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“Irreconcilable positions” jeopardise Gaza ceasefire deal
Sami Al-Arian on the Gaza ceasefire deal and the key conditions required for it to hold.
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‘Day of ballots and bullets’: Anglophone fears ahead of Cameroon’s election
Cameroon elects a new president Sunday. But in North West and South West, many are torn between civic duty and safety.
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Peru Ousts President Amid Crime Surge
President Dina Boluarte of Peru, who was impeached on Thursday, speaking at the United Nations General Assembly in New York last month.
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Giants stun Eagles as Super Bowl champions lose two in a row
Cam Skattebo ran for three touchdowns as he and fellow rookie Jaxson Dart shone in prime time to lead the New York Giants to a 34-17 win over the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday night.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,324
Here are the key events from day 1,324 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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Youth-led protests in Morocco push for reforms ahead of king’s speech
Youth want King Mohammed to take lead in tackling corruption after near-nightly protests that have seen three killed.
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Raise Your Soul by Yanis Varoufakis review – an intimate history of Greece
The colourful former minister uses the lives of five female relatives to tell the story of postwar Greek politicsYanis Varoufakis entered public consciousness as the academic in a leather jacket wh...
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Beethoven 5 Vol 4: Salvatore di Sciarrino album review – classical weight, contemporary subtlety
Jonathan Biss/Swedish Radio SO/Omer Meir Wellber(Orchid Classics)Biss pairs Beethoven’s fourth concerto with Sciarrino’s 21st-century miniature, creating a programme that is thoughtful and vividly...
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John Candy: I Like Me review – starry but treacly tribute to comedy legend
The much loved actor has no shortage of celebrity fans, but this documentary avoids his more complex traits in favour of his sweet-natured on-screen personaHere is a film containing some heartfelt...
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We all know Brexit’s to blame for the crisis facing UK steel - it’s time for politicians to be honest and reverse it | Simon Jenkins
With British industry faltering, the excuse that the public wants this is risible. Parliament must force Starmer to actWhile Keir Starmer fiddles in India, Rome burns. The British steel industry no...
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Today on Sky Sports Racing: Persian War showdown headlines jumps return at Chepstow
All eyes will be on South Wales this afternoon as Chepstow kicks off its National Hunt season with a quality eight-race card.
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Nobel Peace Prize 2025 live: Trump shadow hovers as winner to be announced
The prestigious award will be announced at the Norwegian Nobel Institute in Oslo at 09:00 GMT.
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Nobel Peace Prize 2025 live: Venezuela’s Maria Corina Machado wins
The prestigious award has been announced at the Norwegian Nobel Institute in Oslo at 09:00 GMT.
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Major Russian strikes cut power across Kyiv
Drone and missile strikes caused blackouts in Kyiv and killed a seven-year-old in Ukraine's south-east, officials say.
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'It saved me' - how Everton in the Community is changing lives
Everton defender James Tarkowski speaks with lifelong fan Sam to discuss how the club are supporting members of the community with mental health challenges.
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Children’s drawings in Gaza reveal extent of trauma
Drawings from Palestinian children in Gaza reveal the trauma of Israel’s war.
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'Slovakia's Belfast return a huge marker for NI'
Slovakia's return to Belfast in 2026 World Cup qualifying on Friday represents the biggest game for Northern Ireland since the sides met in a European Championship play-off.
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Peru’s Congress votes to remove President Boluarte as crime grips nation
Unlike eight previous attempts to remove the president, almost all legislative factions expressed support for the move.
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Why was New York Attorney General Letitia James indicted?
The indictment accuses James on two felony counts: bank fraud and making false statements to a financial institution.
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Universities risk sanctions over Gaza protests, watchdog says
Arif Ahmed says freedom of speech does not mean the freedom to harass and discriminate Jewish students.
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Peru Ousts President Amid Crime Surge
President Dina Boluarte of Peru, who was impeached on Thursday, speaking at the United Nations General Assembly in New York last month.
nytimes.com
Venezuela's opposition leader María Corina Machado wins 2025 Nobel Peace Prize
Venezuela's opposition leader María Corina Machado has won this year's Nobel Peace Prize for her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela.
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Plaid ready to replace Welsh Labour, says leader
Plaid Cymru is ready to replace Welsh Labour at the next Senedd election, its leader will say later.
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'My family no longer attend matches because of abuse by fans'
Premier League referee Anthony Taylor says his family "no longer attend matches" after the abuse they faced from Roma fans after the 2023 Europa League final.
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I saw desperation at the Tory conference – but all traditional parties may be in this position soon | Andy Beckett
The feeling of crisis in Manchester also afflicts Labour and the Lib Dems. It leaves voters facing a dangerously unstable political orderMuch of democratic politics is about getting people’s attent...
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With most MPs ignorant of the urgency, how can the UK ever reach net zero?
Only 15 of 100 MPs surveyed knew of IPCC report that CO2 needs to peak this year to keep global heating to 1.5CThe people you hope would be best informed about the imminent threat of climate breakd...
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Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, Centenarian Chaplain at Loyola, Dies at 106
Sister Jean Dolores-Schmidt in 2018, when Loyola reached the semifinals of the N.C.A.A. tournament. That year she became known far beyond the campus.
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A.I. Slop Is Here
A conversation with our tech columnist Kevin Roose about an A.I.-generated video of him on a date with a robot.
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Country diary: A wild morning at the ploughing match | Rev Simon Lockett
Wye Valley, Herefordshire: There’s a sense of deep history to events like this, where mesmerising horses and precision ploughing fall under the judges’ eyeWhile Storm Amy whiplashes the trees, a se...
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Government shutdown, text message scandal could reshape Virginia's gubernatorial race
Virginia is just weeks away from electing a new governor, but the government shutdown and a recent text message scandal could reshape the race.
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Senior SNP figures believe Holyrood majority ‘within reach’ at May’s election
As party gathers for conference, re-engaging independence supporters seen as way forward after trust in Scottish government hits record lowSenior Scottish National party strategists believe a major...
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‘It’s like fencing with a close friend. Terrifying in a lovely way’: Colin Farrell and Tilda Swinton on taking a gamble with their new drama
The actors star in Edward Berger’s woozy casino film Ballad of a Small Player. Amid the opulence of a Macau hotel, they talk risk, addiction and Fabergé eggsOn a humid morning in Macau, a blue-and-...
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Complete list of Nobel Peace Prize winners (1901–2024)
The Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded 105 times to 142 laureates in its 124 year history.
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Tsunami threat as magnitude 7.6 earthquake strikes off southern Philippines
Tsunami evacuation warning after quake strikes in waters off Davao Oriental in the country's Mindanao region.
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Who are the five Nobel Peace Prize judges deciding whether Trump gets it?
Donald Trump insists he wins the prize, which will be announced on Friday. These five people decide who gets it.
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Powerful Earthquake Strikes Southern Philippines
A magnitude 7.4 quake struck the off the east coast of Mindanao, a southern Philippine island. Officials issued a tsunami warning.
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‘We don’t want to disappear’: Tuvalu fights for climate action and survival
Pacific island nation explores new ways to survive climate change but needs help to build protective sea walls now.
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Sister Jean, beloved Loyola-Chicago chaplain, dies
Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, the longtime chaplain of the Loyola-Chicago men's basketball team, died Thursday at the age of 106. "(She) was an invaluable source of wisdom and grace for generations...
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LIVE: Hamas gets guarantees of end to Gaza war, Israel approves ceasefire
Israel's government has approved the plan for the 'release of all captives' fighting in Gaza to stop within 24 hours.