Thailand's former queen Sirikit dies aged 93
The mother of King Vajiralongkorn passed away "peacefully" on Friday night, according to the Thai Royal Household.
Notable Events Around the World on - 2025-10-24
Sirikit, Thailand’s Former Monarch, Dies at 93
Queen Sirikit of Thailand with King Bhumibol Adulyadej. For decades their portraits appeared in houses and shops around the country.
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'Utterly dominated' - GB's Charlton wins individual pursuit gold
Great Britain's Josh Charlton defeats Rasmus Pedersen to secure his first world title with a victory in the Individual Pursuit at the World Track Championships.
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Attacks on people like me happen every time my country has an election
The false belief that body parts of people with albinism bring wealth or luck have driven attacks.
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Cutting cash Isa limit will not boost stock market, MPs warn Rachel Reeves
Treasury committee says move in November budget could push up mortgage rates insteadCutting the annual cash Isa allowance will not encourage many savers to switch to shares but could push up mortga...
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DHS Wants a Fleet of AI-Powered Surveillance Trucks
US border patrol is asking companies to submit plans to turn standard 4x4 trucks into AI-powered watchtowers—combining radar, cameras, and autonomous tracking to extend surveillance on demand.
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GB's Tarling wins first track world title with points race victory
Watch as Josh Tarling becomes the first British rider to win the Men's 40km Points Race at the World Track Championships.
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Trump administration investigating China’s compliance with 2020 trade deal
The probe comes as the US government seeks additional leverage against Beijing amid escalating trade tensions.
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Barbara Gips, Creator of Memorable Movie Catchphrases, Dies at 89
Barbara Gips in 1981. The best-known of the many catchphrases she wrote movie advertising campaigns came to her during a car ride with her family.
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Harlequins beat Loughborough in 14-try thriller
England World Cup stars Ellie Kildunne and Lucy Packer make a winning return to club rugby as Harlequins beat Loughborough Lightning in a stunning, 14-try Premiership Women's Rugby opener at the St...
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J. William Middendorf II, 81, Dies; Navy Secretary and Musical Diplomat
J. William Middendorf II in 1973, when he was the secretary of the Navy in the Ford administration — a high point of a career in finance and politics, he said.
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Littler closes in on world No 1 after opening win at European Championship
Luke Littler stayed on course to become world No 1 after thumping legend Raymond van Barneveld 6-1 to progress to the last 16 at the European Championship.
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West Ham's disaster season continues as Leeds put them in more trouble
West Ham's disastrous season continued as a devastatingly bad first 15 minutes proved critical in a 2-1 defeat to Leeds at Elland Road.
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Nebojsa Pavkovic, Yugoslav General Convicted of War Crimes, Dies at 79
Gen. Nebojsa Pavkovic in 2002, when he was chief of staff of the Armed Forces of Yugoslavia.
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Nearly two-thirds of South Sudanese children in child labour: Report
Study finds that rates soar to 90 percent in some regions as humanitarian crises compound childhood exploitation.
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Lithuania shuts airports, Belarus border crossings after balloon sightings
Move to close Vilnius, Kaunas airports and border comes after helium balloons drifted into the country's territory.
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Weir wonder strike hands Scotland win in Morocco
Watch Caroline Weir's stunning 90th-minute strike as Scotland beat Morocco 2-1 in their friendly in Casablanca to end an eight-game run without a victory.
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Four African countries taken off global money-laundering ‘grey list’
South Africa, Nigeria, Mozambique, Burkina Faso removed from Financial Action Task Force's financial crimes list.
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GGG runs for World Boxing president as fight for sport's Olympic status goes on
Boxing legend Gennadiy Golovkin will run to become president of new federation World Boxing as he looks to continue the campaign to preserve the sport's Olympic status.
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US sanctions Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro, escalating Trump feud
The sanctions come as Petro and Trump clash over migration, drug policy and US strikes on boats in international water.
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England's Kildunne wins on club return in 14-try PWR opener
England World cup stars Ellie Kildunne and Lucy Packer make a winning return to club rugby as Harlequins beat Loughborough Lightning in a stunning, 14-try Premiership Women's Rugby opener at The St...
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Nigeria replaces top security officials days after coup plot denial
Move by Nigeria's president comes after army denied rumours of coup plot amid reports military officers were arrested.
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Disaster for West Ham as Leeds take just three minutes to score opener!
Leeds score an early goal at Elland Road against West Ham.
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Russian shelling kills at least two people in Kherson
At least two people have been killed and dozens more injured after Russia launched shelling across Kherson.
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Littler & Humphries dominant at European Championship
Luke Littler and Luke Humphries both breeze into the second round of the European Championship in Germany with emphatic victories.
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A comprehensive list of 2025 tech layoffs
A complete list of all the known layoffs in tech, from Big Tech to startups, broken down by month throughout 2024.
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US Justice Department to send election observers to California, New Jersey
Republicans in both states have requested the Trump administration monitor for 'irregularities' over Democratic outcry.
aljazeera.com
Croatia reintroduces mandatory military conscription after 17 years
Defence Minister Ivan Anusic cites rise in 'various types of threats' amid regional concerns and Russia-Ukraine war.
aljazeera.com
What does the US-UK AI deal mean for your data?
Is the UK truly becoming an AI hub as US tech giants pour in billions?
aljazeera.com
Trump to Investigate Whether China Abided by 2020 Trade Deal
President Trump and Xi Jinping last met in person in 2019. The new trade investigation could ramp up tensions between the world’s largest economies ahead of a consequential meeting next week.
nytimes.com
Sinner defuses Bublik to reach Erste Bank Open semi-finals
Jannik Sinner reached the semi-finals of the Erste Bank Open with a 6-4 6-4 victory over Alexander Bublik.
skysports.com
How to use the new ChatGPT app integrations, including Spotify, Figma, Canva, and others
Learn how to use Spotify, Canva, Figma, Expedia, and other apps directly in ChatGPT.
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The browser wars are back, and this time they’re powered by AI
The browser wars are heating up again, this time with AI in the driver’s seat. OpenAI just launched Atlas, a ChatGPT-powered browser that lets users surf the web using natural language and ev...
techcrunch.com
Sri Lanka vs Pakistan abandoned due to weather
Inclement weather forced the Pakistan versus Sri Lanka match in the Women's Cricket World Cup to be abandoned.
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Satellite images shows extent of demolition at the White House
New satellite images show the White House East Wing has been completely demolished in order to make way for President Trump's ballroom.
bbc.com
Ukraine allies pledge to take Russian oil and gas off global market
A "coalition of the willing" meeting in London seeks to increase pressure on Russia to end its war in Ukraine.
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NBA gambling investigation live updates: Latest arrests, statements, more
Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups, Heat guard Terry Rozier and former Cavs player Damon Jones have been arrested in connection with the probes.
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Aston Martin in 'minor' breach of F1 cost cap
Aston Martin have committed a minor procedural breach of Formula 1's cost cap regulations with the FIA confirming it will soon publish the results of its findings for the 2024 season.
skysports.com
Are US-Israeli relations experiencing upheaval under Trump?
Angry US reaction to Knesset vote to annex occupied West Bank.
aljazeera.com
Trump Officials Float New Plan for Abrego Garcia: Send Him to Liberia
Simon Sandoval-Moshenberg, one of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia’s lawyers, called the plan by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to send his client to Liberia “punitive, cruel and unconstituti...
nytimes.com
Trump foe Letitia James slams federal charges against her
New York Attorney General Letitia James slammed the federal charges against her as "revenge" from Donald Trump.
aljazeera.com
UConn reveal championship rings designed by Bueckers, Fudd and Ducharme
The championship rings were designed by Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd and Caroline Ducharme.
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Labour MPs say Keir Starmer would not survive a local elections wipeout
Party’s crushing defeat in Caerphilly byelection triggers renewed outpouring of anger and concernA wipeout for Labour in next May’s local elections would spell the end of Keir Starmer’s premiership...
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Double Olympic champion Harrington to return
Two-time Olympic gold medallist Kellie Harrington has confirmed she is to come out of retirement.
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Sinner beats Bublik to reach Vienna Open semis
World number two Jannik Sinner progresses to the semi-finals of the Vienna Open with a dominant straight-set win over Alexander Bublik.
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Manhunt after jailed Epping hotel asylum seeker mistakenly released
Ethiopian national Hadush Kebatu sparked nationwide protests after sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl.
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Israeli drone strike targeting Hezbollah kills two in Lebanon
An Israeli drone strike killed two people in southern Lebanon. Israel says it's targeting Hezbollah fighters.
aljazeera.com
AWS outage: Are we too dependent on Big Tech?
With so much of the global internet ecosystem dependent on a few US tech companies, is it time for digital sovereignty?
aljazeera.com
Letitia James pleads not guilty in mortgage fraud case
Speaking outside court, James accused Trump of using the justice department as a "vehicle of retribution".
bbc.com
The Guardian view on a bumper crop of horror: scary times call for even scarier films | Editorial
A new wave of socially engaged movies is storming the box office and changing how we think about the genreIt should surprise no one to learn that 2025 is being hailed as a golden year for horror fi...
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Why are last season's relegated trio struggling in the Championship?
Leicester City, Ipswich Town and Southampton have just nine wins between them after 11 rounds of the 2025-26 Championship season.
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Instagram’s latest feature lets you go back see your watched Reels
With this new feature, users can go back and find videos they might not have had the chance to save.
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Sources: Storm to hire Liberty's Raman as coach
Liberty assistant Sonia Raman has agreed to a multi-year deal to become the new head coach of the Seattle Storm, sources told ESPN on Friday.
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‘Can’t control’ US tariffs: Canada ‘stands ready’ to resume trade talks
Canadian PM Mark Carney says Ottawa “can’t control” US trade policy but will “stand ready” to resume talks.
aljazeera.com
Dave: The Boy Who Played the Harp review – it’s clearer than ever what a stunningly skilled rapper he is
Returning with his first album in four years, the arena-filling UK rapper is still such a smart, sharp lyricist as he explores a series of existential crisesAs Dave notes, a few minutes into his th...
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Why a little-known utility board election is a big deal in Georgia
Republicans in Georgia are worried about losing a rare off-year election in November because rural voters might not show up at the polls.
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I still have dreams to fulfil at Man Utd - Fernandes
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes says he will not discuss his future with anyone until after the World Cup.
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EC finds Meta and TikTok breached transparency rules under DSA
The European Commission said on Friday that it has preliminarily found that both companies are not complying with rules of the Digital Services Act (DSA) that mandate them to give researchers adequ...
techcrunch.com
Warsaw Ghetto survivor who resisted the Nazis dies
Michael Smuss, an artist who helped make petrol bombs during the uprising, died in Israel aged 99.
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What’s available, and at what prices, in Gaza’s markets
Take a walk with Al Jazeera's Hani Mahmoud through one of Gaza City’s main markets.
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Rain ends Pakistan v Sri Lanka dead rubber in Colombo
Sri Lanka's final group match at the Women's World Cup against Pakistan is abandoned as rain disrupts proceedings in Colombo again.
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TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 Side Events schedule: Women in Tech, MongoDB, Silkroad Innovation Hub and more to host
With TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 right around the corner, we’re thrilled to introduce the companies hosting Side Events that will extend the buzz and excitement to the thousands of attendees and Silico...
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‘Occupation, expulsion and colonisation’: Israeli protesters block Gaza aid
Footage shows Israeli protesters blocking aid trucks at the Kerem Shalom crossing. They say Hamas broke ceasefire terms.
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'Bittersweet day' - but what next for Sheff Wed after administration?
Manager Henrik Pedersen calls for a "new Sheffield Wednesday with an old heart" as a fan group contemplates a potential takeover.
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Blue Lights is more than great TV. It might be the best chance Britons have of reckoning with the Troubles | Jonathan Freedland
The reaction to the Bloody Sunday trial makes it clear: those of us outside Northern Ireland just don’t understand the painful legacy of this brutal conflictForgive me if I’ve mentioned him before,...
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US conducts 10th deadly boat strike as bombing campaign quickens
The latest air strike took place in the Caribbean Sea, amid growing concerns about human rights violations under Trump.
aljazeera.com
Rubio: Gaza security force must include nations Israel ‘comfortable with’
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says a new international security force will help run Gaza.
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The full breakout session agenda at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
The full Disrupt 2025 breakout session agenda now live. Join for tactical, small-group learning on AI, fundraising, M&A, workflows, and more. Browse the full lineup and register today to save...
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Mystery of missing Picasso still life painting solved
Art work that vanished en route from Madrid to Granada may never have made it on the van in the first placeFittingly enough for a still life, it would appear that the small Picasso painting that tr...
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Rivian will pay $250M to settle lawsuit over R1 price hike
The three-year-old lawsuit centered on Rivian's sudden decision to increase prices on the R1 lineup in 2022, which sank the stock price.
techcrunch.com
Archibald wins historic silver at World Track Cycling Championships
Two-time Olympic champion Katie Archibald won silver in the women's elimination at the World Track Cycling Championships in Santiago, becoming the first British cyclist to win a medal in the event.
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AI at the edge: How startups are powering the future of space at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
Just 3 days until lift-off for Disrupt 2025 — and the Space Stage is ready to explore the future of space tech (and every other frontier of innovation). Adam Maher (Ursa), Dr. Lucy Hoag (Violet Lab...
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Returning to Gaza City, a family finds bulldozed graves and little hope
Hiba and Mohammad have suffered immensely during Israel's war on Gaza, and have little to look forward to.
aljazeera.com
NBA Cup: Court designs for 2025 edition of the tournament
All 30 teams unveiled their courts for the 2025 NBA Cup on Friday.
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US strikes another alleged drug boat in Caribbean
The US has carried out several strikes in the region, describing it as part of an anti-drug trafficking effort
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Is Trump’s pardon of Binance boss Changpeng Zhao a conflict of interest?
Zhao is a convicted criminal who founded the world's biggest cryptocurrency exchange.
aljazeera.com
Caerphilly byelection a triumph of positivity over division, says Plaid Cymru leader
Rhun ap Iorwerth says party’s win was more than just rejection of immigration-obsessed Reform or rudderless Labour• UK politics live – latest updatesPlaid Cymru can offer a positive vision for Wale...
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She took chickens that were going to die in a factory farm. Was it a rescue or a crime?
Zoe Rosenberg, a California student, is on trial over a tactic that animal rights activists consider a moral imperative. Critics say its a threat to the food supplyOn a Monday afternoon in late Sep...
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Can steroids combat population collapse? The Enhanced Games wants to find out.
“I believe that when Fred breaks [Usain Bolt’s] 100-meter world record in Vegas next year, it will be a watershed moment to show that enhanced humans are better than ordinary humans,” D'Souza said...
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Ticket savings countdown — just 3 days until TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 turns San Francisco into startup city
Three days. That’s it. TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 — the startup world’s biggest stage — kicks off October 27 – 29 at Moscone West in San Francisco. When Disrupt 2025 arrives, the city doesn’t just hos...
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‘I don’t make it easy for myself’: divorce and desire power Lily Allen’s autofictional comeback
The singer has brought her seven-year music hiatus to an end with a new album, West End GirlWhen Lily Allen released her fifth album on Friday morning, there were as many headlines breaking down th...
theguardian.com
The goalscoring plumber McCoist says is a legend
Buckie Thistle's Rory McAllister talks about life as a record-breaking goalscorer - and a plumber - as he prepares to face Formartine United in the Scottish Cup on the BBC.
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Not to be: Hamlet rages in Stockholm against the political closure of a cultural institution
The experimental annex of Sweden’s national stage, Elverket, has fallen victim to severe government cuts. Its final play is a powerful protest against being forced to leave its homeSomething is rot...
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Celtic's Carter-Vickers could be out until March
Celtic defender Cameron Carter-Vickers could be out until March with an Achilles injury, manager Brendan Rodgers reveals.
bbc.com
Who is giving evidence on the collapsed China spy trial?
A senior commons committee is looking at why the case collapsed just weeks before a trial was due to go ahead.
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Ivorians protest ‘flawed and rigged’ system as pivotal election looms
Civil society and opposition urge shutdowns and boycotts as Alassane Ouattara seeks fourth term in presidential polls.
aljazeera.com
High stakes for Javier Milei as midterm elections loom in Argentina
The midterms are set to serve as a referendum on President Milei's economic policy. But will scandals scuttle his goals?
aljazeera.com
Tech bosses could stop mobile phone theft, say MPs
The chair of the Science, Innovation and Technology Committee says "robust technical measures" could help reduce phone thefts.
bbc.com
Can Israel annex the West Bank if the US says no?
One day after the Israeli parliament votes to annex the West Bank, Donald Trump declares he will forbid it.
aljazeera.com
Best 360 Cameras (2025), Tested and Reviewed
It’s a small world after all, and these cameras can capture all of it at once, giving you a 360-degree view.
wired.com
What’s in a name? West End casting directors raise concerns about trend for big stars
Film and TV stars are selling tickets, but director says reliance on famous names is ‘killing audiences’ intellects’From Ncuti Gatwa in Born With Teeth to Alicia Vikander in The Lady From the Sea a...
theguardian.com
Knesset bill to annex occupied West Bank “a symbolic move”
Walid Habbas on the Knesset’s bid to annex the occupied West Bank, as Israel’s control increasingly resembles full contr
aljazeera.com
Plaid wins by-election as Labour loses 100-year grip on Caerphilly
Labour comes third after suffering its first parliamentary defeat in Caerphilly for 100 years.
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Hawkins scores five as England beat New South Wales
Rob Hawkins scores five second-half tries as England's wheelchair rugby league side begin their tour of Australia with an 86-10 victory over New South Wales in Sydney.
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The Assembled Parties review – Christmas comes early in a crackling family comedy
Hampstead theatre, LondonRichard Greenberg’s Broadway hit finally arrives in the UK – a festive gathering that rattles along with comic dialogue and the beaming charisma of Tracy-Ann ObermanBing Cr...
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Shock at $100,000 fee to contest Guinea elections to replace junta
The authorities say the high amount is needed to ensure only credible candidates take part.
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Ireland picks new president, polls indicate win for pro-Palestine candidate
Catherine Connolly, whose campaign was rocked by a last-minute deepfake video, is predicted to win.
aljazeera.com
‘I hate that they show my bum in the first scene!’ David Duchovny on poems, podcasts – and his TV comeback
Playing Fox Mulder made him a global phenomenon … then he walked away to save himself. As he stars in killer-nanny thriller Malice, David Duchovny talks art, his beef with Gillian Anderson – and b...
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This isn’t the spin-off you’re looking for: why Disney was right to ditch Adam Driver’s Ben Solo feature
A Star Wars movie resurrecting young Kylo Ren was never a good idea, even if Steven Soderbergh was attached to directDisney gets a lot of stick when it comes to Star Wars. Ever since the Mouse Hous...
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NBA intel: Wemby's new game plan, and early concerns for Lakers and Rockets
Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst take the pulse of the league after a thrilling first few nights of 2025-26.
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Jays' Bichette, Dodgers' Kershaw on WS rosters
Bo Bichette, who has not since early September due to a knee injury, and Dodgers lefty Clayton Kershaw, who was left off the Dodgers' Wild Card Series roster and did not pitch in the NLCS, are both...
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Terror-free Turkiye: A homegrown peace reshaping the region
The PKK’s dissolution marks a uniquely Turkish path to peace, strengthening energy security and regional cooperation.
aljazeera.com
‘Reform didn’t have any idea about south Wales’: Plaid Cyrmu supporters celebrate byelection win
Welsh nationalists secured a hefty 47% of votes in what had been framed as a close two-horse race against ReformUK politics live – latest updatesThe skies above Caerphilly may have matched the turq...
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Popular cholesterol drugs may help prevent dementia
A massive genetic study found that naturally lower cholesterol is linked to a dramatically reduced risk of dementia. The research simulated the effects of cholesterol-lowering drugs and showed up t...
sciencedaily.com
We won't accept a stolen vote, Cameroon opposition leader tells BBC
Issa Tchiroma Bakary says he won the election and is not concerned about being arrested or put in jail.
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Reform swaggered into Caerphilly, ready for a coronation. An unpleasant surprise lay in store | Will Hayward
Predictions of a Reform win were wide of the mark. But Labour’s crushing byelection defeat offers important lessons tooSeveral historic things have just happened at once in Wales. Plaid Cymru won i...
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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy to meet European leaders in London over military aid
'Coalition of the Willing' to meet to step up pressure on Russia's Putin after a new round of sanctions.
aljazeera.com
UK must resist raising taxes on banks, says NatWest boss as profits leap 30%
CEO says fiscal discipline should be balanced with ‘policies that create stability, consistency and support growth’NatWest Group’s chief executive has warned the government against increasing taxes...
theguardian.com
Children and teens roundup – the best new picture books and novels
The healing power of gardens; celebrating an abolitionist; hope in the toughest times; a gladiator romantasy and moreThe Butterfly House by Harry Woodgate, Andersen, £12.99Miss Brown’s wild garden...
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WTA Finals 2025 on Sky Sports Tennis - all you need to know
The 2025 WTA Tour season will come to a crescendo in Riyadh, with the top eight women this year going head-to-head in the WTA Finals between November 1 and 8, live on Sky Sports Tennis.
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Four big questions from the Caerphilly by-election result
There are several key talking points about the very different political world Wales is now in.
bbc.com
Scientists finally see what sparks Parkinson’s
Researchers have finally seen and measured the tiny alpha-synuclein oligomers that may ignite Parkinson’s disease. With the ultra-sensitive ASA-PD imaging method, they captured these clusters in br...
sciencedaily.com
Statue of Renée Zellweger as Bridget Jones to be unveiled in London
The character created by Helen Fielding and played by Zellweger in four films, is to be immortalised in bronze in Leicester Square where it will become a permanent fixtureBridget Jones, the charact...
theguardian.com
Dutch voters hit polls as immigration fears propel far right towards power
Right-wing narratives about immigration have made inroads in the Netherlands.
aljazeera.com
How Data Centers Actually Work
In this episode of Uncanny Valley, we discuss the economics and environmental impacts of energy-hungry data centers and whether these facilities are sustainable in the age of AI.
wired.com
Trump Official Warns California Against Arresting Federal Agents
Mr. Blanche said in the letter that arresting federal agents in the performance of their official duties would violate federal laws that prohibit interfering with and impeding immigration and other...
nytimes.com
'I admit I cried' - Hermoso on Spain recall
Jenni Hermoso says she "cried" after being recalled to the Spain squad by new manager Sonia Bermudez following a year-long absence.
bbc.com
Trump wants to ‘freeze’ Russia-Ukraine war: Who gets what if that happens?
Currently, Russia controls all of the Luhansk region and part of Donetsk alongside most of Kherson and Zaporizhia.
aljazeera.com
Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? review – carnage in New Carthage as couples fight, flirt, booze and bruise
Curve theatre, LeicesterCathy Tyson and Patrick Robinson dazzle in this knockout production of Edward Albee’s verbally violent play, full of misogynistic one-liners and tarnished soulsEdward Albee’...
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Court throws out corruption case seeking to oust Turkish opposition leader
Case seen as test of judicial independence amid crackdown on opposition members, including 2028 presidential candidate.
aljazeera.com
Lib Dems secure two seats in council by-election
New councillor for Dunster Cara Strom says she wants local voices to be heard "loud and clear".
bbc.com
Before T. rex, there was the “dragon prince”
Scientists have unveiled Khankhuuluu, a new Mongolian dinosaur species that predates and closely resembles early Tyrannosaurs. With its long snout, small horns, and lean build, it represents a tran...
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What kind of country puts its pensioners ahead of children in poverty? | Polly Toynbee
As long as a third of children are living below the poverty line, the government cannot justify keeping the pensions triple lockIt’s that crucial week when millions discovered how much their benefi...
theguardian.com
Shock therapy: why scary movies keep evolving – and making money
With Hollywood favouring franchise fare, horror films have become the last bastion of inventive film-making, producing a new generation of auteurs in the processFright club: eight film-makers who a...
theguardian.com
Blue Jays Face Dodgers in World Series With All of Canada Behind Them
The Toronto Blue Jays after winning the American League Championship and advancing to the World Series.
nytimes.com
Meet the Palestinian Teens Trying to Win Robotics Gold
Next week, five teens from Palestine will head to Panama to compete in one of the world’s largest youth robotics competitions. The goal? To win—and then teach STEM to their peers displaced by the I...
wired.com
Canadian ad featuring Reagan on tariffs derails US trade talks
The Trump administration says it has ‘terminated’ all trade talks with Canada over an Ontario government commercial.
aljazeera.com
NBA gambling arrests stun league, expose mafia links: What to know
A total of 34 people were arrested, including Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and former player Damon Jones.
aljazeera.com
Renewed Lionel Messi to lead Inter Miami into playoffs against Nashville SC
Argentina's Lionel Messi signed a new contract with Inter Miami earlier on Thursday keeping him in the MLS until 2028.
aljazeera.com
Archibald wins silver as GB take team pursuit bronze
Katie Archibald wins a silver in the elimination race while Great Britain claim bronze in the women's team pursuit at the Track World Championships.
bbc.com
‘Raise the questions. Don’t provide the answers’: composer Jake Heggie on 25 years of Dead Man Walking
As his groundbreaking opera about the death penalty comes to the UK, Heggie reflects on its enduring power and the story’s relevance in an age of division‘But you’re so young!” Julie Andrews exclai...
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Inflation rose less than expected in September, the U.S. belatedly reports
The federal government recalled some furloughed workers specifically to produce the inflation report, which plays a key role for Social Security beneficiaries.
npr.org
Plaid Cymru leader says win is 'a reset for Welsh politics'
Plaid Cymru defeat Reform in Caerphilly by-election.
bbc.com
Hull sinks big birdie for point at LPGA's International Crown as USA stay unbeaten
England's Charley Hull sunk a 12-foot birdie on the 18th to give her and World teammate New Zealander Lydia Ko a 1-up win over South Korea, while the USA remain unbeaten at the LPGA's Internat...
skysports.com
Jarman wins world floor gold in GB one-two
Jake Jarman wins gold at the the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships as Great Britain claim a one-two finish in the men's floor final.
bbc.com
Labour Party Pushed Into Third Place in Wales Special Election
Lindsay Whittle of the nationalist party Plaid Cymru celebrating after being declared the winner of a Welsh Parliament special election in Caerphilly early on Friday.
nytimes.com
Amir Abdur-Rahim's legacy lives on 1 year after his sudden passing
Those closest to the late South Florida coach remember him one year after his death shocked college basketball.
espn.com
Palestinian child killed in Israeli raid on West Bank as settlers rampage
Israeli forces kill child in Nablus in the occupied territory, as settlers destroy property near Ramallah.
aljazeera.com
Plaid Cymru’s victory in Caerphilly points to a new kind of electorate
The Welsh town’s byelection was a two-party race – but this time neither Labour nor the Conservatives were in itUK politics live – latest updatesPlaid Cymru’s byelection victory in the Welsh town o...
theguardian.com
Mohinder Kaur Bhamra: Punjabi Disco review – rediscovery of an 80s trailblazer
(Naya Beat)Punjabi folk vocals backed by hammering electronic percussion, disco basslines and fizzing synth melody: a key predecessor to the Asian dance music explosionIn 1982, London-based Sikh de...
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Kerry Godliman: Bandwidth review – After Life star in superbly splenetic form
Queen’s Hall, EdinburghThe standup zeroes in on hormonal chaos and domestic indignities with rage, absurdity and self-awarenessTalk about a hot flush: menopause, and its peri-predecessor, have gone...
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GB's Jarman and Whitehouse win floor gold and silver
Great Britain's Jake Jarman becomes the men's floor world champion, while compatriot Luke Whitehouse takes silver at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Indonesia.
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Jennifer Walton: Daughters review – a stylish and painful debut
(Local Action)Fiction, folk and a devastating diagnosis feature in the producer and DJ’s literary penmanship, her gentle, gothic vocals thick with morbid, magical thinkingMiss America, the centrepi...
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Aaron Rodgers at home with Steelers, at peace with Packers
There's a fire still burning inside the QB who's happy in Pittsburgh but respectful of his time in Green Bay.
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Trump says US will expand strikes on ‘narco-terrorists’ to land
President Donald Trump said attacks on alleged ‘narco-terrorists’ do not need a declaration of war or Congress approval.
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Can Hearts really challenge Old Firm for title?
Come the end of Sunday, Hearts could be eight points clear of defending champions Celtic at the summit after the Scottish Premiership's top two meet at Tynecastle.
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South Korea Tries to Curb Anti-China Protests Ahead of Xi Visit
Tourists in Myeongdong, a tourist hot spot in Seoul.
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Federal workers go without pay today. And, NBA stars arrested for illegal gambling
Today, millions of federal workers are missing their first full paycheck since the shutdown began. And, an NBA gambling scandal has led to the arrest of over 30 people.
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Rybakina clinches last spot in WTA Finals
Elena Rybakina clinches the last spot for next month's WTA Finals by reaching the semi-finals of the Pan Pacific Open.
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Grooming gang survivors risk becoming pawns in a political game that is no place for vulnerable people | Gaby Hinsliff
The chaos surrounding the inquiry stands as a warning: this is what happens when collapsing trust in public institutions, combined with point scoring, leads to paralysisIn the early hours of the mo...
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Week in wildlife: a ferocious wildcat, a cheeky seal and a disgruntled lioness
The best of this week’s wildlife photographs from around the world Continue reading...
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‘When I told him I’d secretly seen his films, his eyes filled with tears’: Isabella Rossellini remembers her father Roberto
The Italian director’s career was briefly derailed when his ‘scandalous’ affair with the Hollywood star Ingrid Bergman hit the headlines in the 1950s. Their daughter Isabella remembers a devoted pa...
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Amorim's record has a missing middle: Can Man United solve the riddle of midtable sides?
Ruben Amorim and Manchester United are flying high after beating Liverpool, but it's not the Big Six they should be most worried about.
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Madrid vs. Barça head-to-head, form, key clashes, predictions, odds
When Real Madrid and Barcelona face off, there's nothing bigger happening anywhere in the soccer world.
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Move over Ronaldo and Messi, Spain's Clásico has a new star battle: Mbappé vs. Yamal
Not since Messi vs. Ronaldo has the Barcelona-Real Madrid rivalry given us a matchup like Yamal vs. Mbappe. So, which superstar would you rather have?
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Tropical Storm Melissa threatens Caribbean, kills one in Haiti
The storm is expected to strengthen into a major hurricane by the end of the weekend.
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The only World Series preview you need: Odds, likely MVPs and how many games Dodgers-Blue Jays will go
Does L.A. or Toronto have the edge? How do you pitch Ohtani and Vlad Jr.? What will decide the Fall Classic? We've got it all covered.
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NHL Power Rankings: 1-32 poll, plus small-sample superstars
New week, new No. 1 team. Plus, which players have excelled way beyond expectation so far?
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Caerphilly result shows ‘dying beast’ Labour is losing its grip on UK politics
Plaid Cymru’s byelection victory signals a seismic shift in Welsh politics that will rattle many WestminsterUK politics live – latest updatesIf anyone inside No 10 allowed themselves a sigh of reli...
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Chris Mason: Extraordinary Caerphilly by-election humbles Westminster's big beasts
Plaid Cymru win 47% of the vote in a record turnout, while Labour and the Tories manage just 13% between them.
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The ancient art of Istanbul’s porters survives modern challenges in Turkiye
Istanbul's porters haul massive loads, preserving an ancient craft vital to the city's historical markets and hans.
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Cook goes from late entry to share of lead at Black Desert before play suspended
Austin Cook moved from a late entry to a share of the lead at Black Desert in the Bank of Utah Championship after hitting six birdies before darkness halted a slow round.
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Conan not expecting Lions hangover for Ireland
Ireland back row Jack Conan says any potential hangover from the British and Irish Lions tour "is not on anyone's mind" ahead of a Chicago rematch with New Zealand.
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A Mind of My Own by Kathy Burke review – a brilliant, blunt and beautiful memoir
The actor on being called ugly, telling Johnny Rotten to F-off, and striking gold at CannesKathy Burke’s mother, Bridget, died of stomach cancer when she was 18 months old; she writes that it made...
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Artist sues for co-author credit on Chris Levine’s queen portraits
Exclusive: Ben Munday claims he is co-creator of 2004 images but Levine has called him only a collaboratorAn artist who claims he is a co-creator of two of the most famous images ever taken of the...
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Gli Incogniti/Beyer: Bach from Italy album review – fascinating collection sizzles and shines
(Harmonia Mundi) Violinist Amandine Beyer and the musicians of Gli Incogniti juxtapose original works by Vivaldi and the Marcello brothers with the Bach compositions they inspired and influenced Ba...
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LIVE: UN calls on Israel to open Gaza’s Rafah, increase aid amid ceasefire
Israeli authorities are refusing to let in 600 aid trucks per day as specified in ceasefire deal, UN official says.
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Whittle pays emotional tribute to Hefin David
The late Hefin David's successor Lindsay Whittle pays tribute to him after his by-election win.
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Scientists just changed the nature of matter with a flash of light
Researchers in Konstanz discovered a way to manipulate materials with light by exciting magnon pairs, reshaping their magnetic “fingerprint.” This allows non-thermal control of magnetic states and...
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US man executed with nitrogen gas for 1993 murder
Anthony Boyd, 54, earlier lost his appeal to be executed by firing squad by the state of Alabama.
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Why the climate crisis is especially bad news for frightened flyers
There are three common types of turbulence – and our volatile atmosphere is making them worseTurbulence has always been an inconvenience for airline passengers and can cause alarm for the already n...
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As strikes on alleged drug boats grow, so do questions about their legality and goal
President Trump says he has authority to carry out the strikes, but international experts are asking if the attacks are truly about countering narcotics or instead toppling Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro.
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Transfer rumors, news: Gallagher among Man United's midfield targets
Manchester United are considering a January move for Atlético Madrid midfielder Conor Gallagher. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.
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Louvre heist lift-maker seizes the moment with new ad campaign
Böcker is touting its "quiet as a whisper" technology for "when you need to move fast".
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Country diary: A lesson in rest from the Canada geese | Josie George
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire: They are shuttling between marshland every day, honking overhead, taking it in turns to take the strainRight now, my terrace house sits directly under a flight path,...
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Starmer to push allies on long-range missiles for Ukraine at London summit
The prime minister is hosting Zelensky and the "coalition of the willing" at Downing Street on Friday.
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Plaid Cymru's Lindsay Whittle Wins Caerphilly By-Election
Plaid Cymru wins by-election as Labour loses Caerphilly seat for first time
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‘It’s scary how many St George’s flags there were’: Blood Orange on coming home to Essex and mourning his mother
After grief brought Dev Hynes home, he reconsidered the county that shaped him. The result is a masterful new album – made with a little help from Lorde and Zadie SmithDevonté Hynes is telling me h...
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Japanese scientists unveil a quantum battery that defies energy loss
A team of researchers has designed a theoretical model for a topological quantum battery capable of long-distance energy transfer and immunity to dissipation. By exploiting topological properties i...
sciencedaily.com
Why 25-year-old Mahnoor Omer took Pakistan to court over periods
Sanitary pads in Pakistan carry up to 40 percent taxes. That amounts to punishing women, say critics - for being women.
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Trump Says He’s Cutting Off Trade Negotiations With Canada
In a Truth Social post on Thursday, President Trump said that he was terminating all trade negotiations with Canada.
nytimes.com
MIT scientists discover hidden 3D genome loops that survive cell division
MIT researchers discovered that the genome’s 3D structure doesn’t vanish during cell division as previously thought. Instead, tiny loops called microcompartments remain (and even strengthen) while...
sciencedaily.com
Big tech is paying for Trump’s White House ballroom
Trump's $250 million White House ballroom will be funded in part by big tech companies like Amazon, Apple, Google, Meta, and Microsoft.
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UK defence secretary warns Putin: 'We're watching you'
John Healey says the UK is hunting Russian submarines as BBC News joins him on board a new RAF aircraft.
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In the depths of the ocean, a new contest between the US and China emerges
Around the Cook Islands, the world’s two most powerful countries are exploring the possibility of deep-sea mining for critical mineralsDeep below the surface of the Pacific Ocean, the seafloor is d...
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,338
Here are the key events from day 1,338 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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Trump says he's ending trade talks with Canada over TV ads
The abrupt announcement comes after Trump accused Canada of using a "fake" Ronald Reagan ad to sway U.S. courts, raising the stakes in an already tense trade dispute.
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The ‘Surge’ of Troops May Not Come to San Francisco, but the City Is Ready Anyway
San Francisco is preparing for federal law enforcement's invasion of the Bay Area, whether it happens or not.
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Caerphilly byelection result live: Labour, Plaid Cyrmu and Reform UK braced for results of pivotal Welsh parliament vote
Outcome of byelection in historically Labour stronghold could mark historic shift in Welsh politicsHello and welcome to our live coverage as political leaders brace for the results of a byelection...
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A frog, a lobster and a unicorn walked into a No Kings protest
Demonstrators at No Kings protests around the U.S. dressed up as frogs and other animals. Many said they were trying to counter the GOP narrative that they are radical leftists who hate America.
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The New African Order
How Nigeria and South Africa can lead the continent to prosperity and stability.