Egypt unveils new billion-dollar museum to lure in more tourists
After more than 20 years under construction, the Grand Egyptian Museum will finally open this weekend.
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Apple claims 'tremendous' global uptake of latest iPhones
Apple's thinnest iPhone, the Air, plus the latest 17 models helped boost sales in September.
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Executions and Mass Casualties: Videos Show Horror Unfolding in Sudan
Evidence of atrocities emerging from the city of El Fasher stoked fears that the Sudanese region of Darfur is plunging, once again, into a cycle of genocidal violence.
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'We saw people murdered in front of us' - Sudan siege survivors speak to the BBC
Harrowing accounts from people who have escaped an RSF assault on the besieged city of el-Fasher.
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Who Is Driving U.S. Attacks in the Caribbean?
What’s the main goal of the U.S. military buildup in the Caribbean, and who in the Trump administration is behind it? Anatoly Kurmanaev, a New York Times reporter who covered Venezuela, discusses w...
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US Justice Department places prosecutors on leave for January 6 reference
The prosecutors reportedly called the Trump supporters who participated in the January 6 attack a 'mob of rioters'.
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WIRED Roundup: AI Psychosis, Missing FTC Files, and Google Bedbugs
In this episode of Uncanny Valley, we run through the top stories of the week and look closely at complaints to the FTC alleging that ChatGPT led them or loved ones into AI psychosis.
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Marthe Gautier, 96, Dies; Had Key Role in Down Syndrome Breakthrough
She had to fight for recognition after a male colleague took credit for her work in identifying an extra chromosome as the cause of that genetic condition.
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In China Truce on Tariffs and Rare Earths, National Security Controls Are Bargaining Chip
The Trump administration agreed to pause a new rule that would restrict trade with foreign companies that pose a national security threat.
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Trump’s Call to Resume Nuclear Testing After Decades Revives a Cold War Debate
A crater left behind after a 100-kiloton thermonuclear bomb test at the Atomic Energy Commission’s Nevada Test Site in July 1962.
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Nvidia is reportedly investing up to $1 billion in Poolside
Nvidia is an existing investor in the AI company and participated in it's $500 million Series A round in 2024.
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Trump’s Call to Resume Nuclear Testing After Decades Revives a Cold War Debate
A crater left behind after a 100-kiloton thermonuclear bomb test at the Atomic Energy Commission’s Nevada Test Site in July 1962.
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Humphries qualifies as Littler criticises officials
World number one Luke Humphries scrapes into the Players Championship Finals as reigning world champion Luke Littler criticises tournament officials.
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Teenage cricketer dies after training accident in Australia
A 17-year-old cricketer has died after a training accident in suburban Melbourne.
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Could India's win for the ages redefine women's cricket?
Jemimah Rodrigues' epic 127 leads India to one of the greatest World Cup wins, and provides them with a chance to change the women's game as we know it.
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Jays hopeful injured Springer will play Game 6
Blue Jays manager John Schneider says injured designated hitter George Springer is on track to play in Game 6 of the World Series.
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The Guardian view on deprived neighbourhoods: incomes as well as places need a boost | Editorial
Labour must not ignore the warnings contained in the updated index of multiple deprivationWhat does it mean for a neighbourhood to be poor? Since the 1970s, the UK government has regularly sought t...
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‘The centre cannot hold’: John Curtice on the collapse of two-party politics – podcast
No one likes being unpopular, so you could forgive both of the UK’s main political parties for wanting to look away when another damning poll dropped this week. Support for both parties has never b...
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India complete record run chase to reach World Cup final
Jemimah Rodrigues' unbeaten century helps India complete a record run chase to claim a stunning five-wicket win over Australia and reach the Women's World Cup final where they will face South Africa.
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'One of the best innings you'll ever see' - Rodrigues powers India to final
Jemimah Rodrigues reaches an incredible unbeaten 127 off 134 balls and survives three dropped catches to help India successfully chase down Australia's total of 338 and secure the home side a place...
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NFL trade deadline: Who could be on the move?
The NFL trade deadline is just days away. Super Bowl contenders are looking to load up, losing teams are seeking Draft capital and wantaway stars are making themselves known.
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'It feels like a dream!' Rodrigues' emotional interview after reaching World Cup final
Jemimah Rodrigues gave a moving interview after she helped India reach the ICC Women's World Cup final, with 127 runs against Australia.
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Patricia Crowther, Who Brought Witchcraft Out of the Shadows, Dies at 97
As a high priestess of Wicca, a branch of modern paganism founded in England, she promoted an image of witches as early feminists who were benevolent and spiritual.
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Barrett and Clarke return for All Blacks v Ireland
New Zealand head coach Scott Robertson recalls Beauden Barrett and Caleb Clarke for Saturday's Test against Ireland in Chicago.
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Widespread uncertainty as US food aid set to lapse amid government shutdown
New York declares 'state of emergency' as state and local officials scramble to assist residents set to lose benefits.
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Administration-hit Sheff Wed pay wages a day early
Sheffield Wednesday's administrators say players and staff have been paid their full wages a day early to end a cycle of delays.
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India reach Women's World Cup final with dramatic finish
Jemimah Rodrigues finishes on a superb 127 while Amanjot Kaur hits the winning four as India defeat Australia in thrilling fashion to reach the final of the Women's World Cup final, where they will...
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Boxer Davis sued over new domestic allegations
Boxing star Gervonta Davis is facing a new set of legal issues after an ex-girlfriend filed a civil lawsuit in Miami-Dade County accusing him of battery, aggravated battery, false imprisonment, kid...
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What will be the impact of Hurricane Melissa on Jamaica?
Hurricane Melissa landed as a Category 5 in Jamaica, being called 'the storm of the century'. Can Jamaica recover?
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India stun Australia with record chase to reach World Cup final
Jemimah Rodrigues hits a remarkable unbeaten century as India complete a record chase to beat Australia and reach the Women's World Cup final.
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Spinning genocide: How is Israel using US PR firms to frame its Gaza war?
Israel has contracted three US public relations companies to help it win back American hearts and minds.
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Nebraska's black alternate uniforms headline best Week 10 threads in CFB
The Cornhuskers are going with an all-black look for their prime-time matchup with USC on Saturday night.
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Artes Mundi 11 review – smug, stagey, up-itself nonsense for art world wazzocks
National Museum Cardiff and venues across WalesSix international artists vie for the prize – and none of them seem interested in engaging visitors. I had more fun on the Llandudno pier’s ghost trai...
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Judge sentences former Jan. 6 defendant for hoax threat near Obama's home
Taylor Taranto's sentencing for time served comes as storming of the U.S. Capitol in 2021 continues to reverberate inside the Justice Department under the Trump administration.
npr.org
Israeli ultra-Orthodox Jews rally in Jerusalem against military service
Approximately 200,000 people took part in the protest, bringing West Jerusalem to a standstill, local media reported.
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Canva launches its own design model, adds new AI features to the platform
Canva is launching new features like Forms, email design, and makes Affinity free for all users.
techcrunch.com
ICE Wants to Build a Shadow Deportation Network in Texas
A new ICE proposal outlines a 24/7 transport operation run by armed contractors—turning Texas into the logistical backbone of an industrialized deportation machine.
wired.com
Lib Dem members criticise ‘trans-exclusionary’ rule change for party elections
Rules on quotas to ensure fair representation of women changed on legal advice in light of supreme court rulingLiberal Democrat members have reacted angrily to an unexpected change in rules governi...
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'That's a massive drop!' - Healy fumbles easy catch
Australia's Alyssa Healy drops an "absolute dolly" of a catch to keep India's Jemimah Rodrigues in the game on 82 runs in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup semi-final in Navi Mumbai.
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USA must stop 'dangerous and irresponsible' Enhanced Games - WADA chief
President of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Witold Banka has told Sky Sports News that an athlete's life is being putting a risk should they compete at the Enhanced Games next year.
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PM given 'new information' on Reeves' rental arrangements
No 10 says the information has "come to light" after a review of emails sent and received by Rachel Reeves' husband.
bbc.com
Far-right loses ground as centrists surge in Dutch elections
Support for Geert Wilders’ far-right, anti-Islam Freedom Party has declined in the Dutch elections.
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What is COP30 and why does it matter?
World leaders will soon gather for the annual UN meeting on how to tackle climate change.
bbc.com
Rachel Reeves row: standards adviser looking at new information
No 10 says new details have ‘come to light’ about chancellor’s failure to get licence to rent out her family homeUK politics live – latest updatesKeir Starmer’s adviser on ministerial standards is...
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Israel’s dual-national snipers
Six dual-national Israeli snipers accused of killing civilians in Gaza may face justice for alleged war crimes.
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World Athletics victims of £1.3m corporate theft
World Athletics says it has sacked staff and called in law enforcement after discovering corporate theft worth over 1.5m euros (£1.3m).
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Apprentice jockey Jakes dies aged 19
Apprentice jockey Tommie Jakes has died aged 19, the Injured Jockeys Fund and Professional Jockeys Association announce.
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Bevel raises $10M Series A from General Catalyst for its AI health companion
Most people tracking their health today end up with scattered clues. Their smartwatch shows sleep duration. A fitness app logs steps. A nutrition app counts calories. Yet few tools help people unde...
techcrunch.com
Are vaccine mandates needed to achieve high vaccination rates?
There are calls to remove mandates in the US - but the country faces unique barriers compared with other countries.
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Want to know what’s really up with Britain? Take a look at our no-longer-chocolatey biscuits | Zoe Williams
Talk of ‘small boats’ may dominate politics and the media, but the cost of living crisis is what most adults spend their time worrying about Wage increases finally began to outpace price rises in J...
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Walton: Cello Concerto, Symphony No 1, Scapino album review – positively snaps, crackles and pops
Sinfonia of London/Wilson(Chandos)Conductor John Wilson’s rumbustious reading and cellist Jonathan Aasgaard’s angst-ridden romantic sweep bring out the brooding tension and snarling climaxesThis is...
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Kemi Badenoch smiles from the stump as she heads towards oblivion | John Crace
You could almost have forgotten that – for the time being, at any rate – the Conservatives are still the official oppositionIt’s common knowledge that Kemi Badenoch is not an early morning person....
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McKibbin hits course record to lead Hong Kong Open
Northern Ireland's Tom McKibbin shoots a course record 60 to take the first-round lead at the Hong Kong Open as he attempts to secure a place at next year's Masters and Open Championship.
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4 GOP Senators join Democrats to rebuke Trump on tariffs for a third time this week
A handful of Republicans joined Democrats to vote against President Trump's emergency tariffs against Brazil, Canada and other countries. But the votes were mostly symbolic and unlikely to become law.
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Pierre Robert, Philadelphia’s ‘Citizen’ D.J., Dies at 70
Pierre Robert in Philadelphia in October 2024.
nytimes.com
A New Startup Wants to Edit Human Embryos
Seven years after the first gene-edited babies were revealed, biotech startup Manhattan Genomics is reviving the idea of editing human embryos to make disease-free children.
wired.com
Theft by Abdulrazak Gurnah audiobook review – coming-of-age saga in Tanzania
Three young people step boldly into their adult lives in this elegantly narrated novel from the Nobel laureateThe Nobel prize-winning author Abdulrazak Gurnah is known for his portrayals of east Af...
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‘It’s dark in the US right now. But I turn on a light, you know?’: Mavis Staples on Prince, Martin Luther King and her 75-year singing career
As she releases a new album, the soul and gospel legend answers your questions on Stax Records, duetting with David Byrne and the fight for civil rightsCan you speak a bit about the array of songs...
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Roy sitting Islanders' Barzal over late arrival
Islanders star Mathew Barzal will not play against the Hurricanes after he was late to the rink, coach Patrick Roy announced.
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French Magazine Acknowledges Breaching Prince William and Catherine’s Privacy
Prince William and his wife, Catherine, in Cookstown, Northern Ireland, this month. A French magazine has acknowledged breaching their privacy.
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Storm rookie Malonga to join Unrivaled for '26
Dominique Malonga, the No. 2 overall pick of the Seattle Storm in the 2025 WNBA draft, is joining Unrivaled for the 2026 season, the 3-on-3 league announced.
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Big public appointments such as at BBC to be delegated in attempt to cut delays
Under shake-up affecting about 4,000 roles, officials will run more of hiring process but ministers can have final sayMinisters are planning to speed up public appointments to bodies such as Ofcom,...
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Prayers for a Hungry Ghost review – a monster take on family trauma
The Pit, Barbican, LondonElisabeth Gunawan’s mythological horror blends puppetry, dance, theatre and film to explore the effects of a family’s relocation from Hong Kong to the USLike so many mythic...
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Google partners with Ambani’s Reliance to offer free AI Pro access to millions of Jio users in India
The offer will first roll out to Jio users aged 18 to 25 before expanding to all subscribers nationwide.
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Zohran Mamdani supporters make final campaign push: Why him, why now?
Mamdani's success in New York resonates across country and globe, but final days of race could make or break movement.
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Humphries secures Players Championship Finals spot as Nijman claims PC34 victory
Luke Humphries secured his spot in the Players Championship Finals as Wessel Nijman took home the spoils at Players Championship 34.
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Doctor Who lives on! But who will be the new Time Lord – and is it goodbye to Russell T Davies?
The BBC have confirmed that the long-running sci-fi show will return to our screens. But with ratings falling and its Disney partnership ending, questions hang over its futureSometimes the answer t...
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Brook: 'No excuses' for England underperforming in New Zealand
Harry Brook says trying conditions cannot be used as an "excuse" for England's batters after they crashed to a one-day international series defeat in New Zealand.
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£446m spent - but do Liverpool lack depth?
It was a record-breaking summer for Liverpool, but do the Premier League champions lack depth after a £446m spending spree?
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Hundreds of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Israelis protest against conscription
Demonstrators take to the streets over changes to an exemption from military service in one of the biggest protests of its kind for years.
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‘Tom Cruise was not happy’: Colin Farrell was so drunk on Minority Report he needed 46 takes for a single line
The Irish actor has revealed that energetic birthday celebrations caused problems on the set of Spielberg’s 2002 filmColin Farrell has said that he once showed up so drunk to a film set he needed a...
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I Love LA review – Rachel Sennott’s HBO comedy finds itself but takes its time
The Shiva Baby and Bottoms star gets her own glossy sitcom which offers us a bumpy ride until it begins to take shape in the final stretchFor most of its public existence, I Love LA, HBO’s new come...
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Figma acquires AI-powered media generation company Weavy
Figma said today that it has acquired AI-powered image and video generation company Weavy.
techcrunch.com
If You Hated ‘A House of Dynamite,’ Watch This Classic Nuclear Thriller Instead
At a time when nuclear threats feel more alarming than ever, Netflix’s doomsday film falls frustratingly flat. A 1964 masterpiece tells a much better cautionary tale.
wired.com
The Prompting Company snags $6.5M to help products get mentioned in ChatGPT and other AI apps
People are increasingly asking AI, not Google, to help them discover products. A recent shopping report says Americans, this holiday season, will likely turn to large language models this season to...
techcrunch.com
Report: Rose, city sue UCLA for alleged SoFi plan
The Rose Bowl and the city of Pasadena have reportedly sued UCLA for allegedly trying to move its games to the newer SoFi Stadium, which is closer to campus.
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Crowley starts at 10 with Doris on bench for Ireland
Jack Crowley is named to start at fly-half in Ireland's much-anticipated Chicago rematch against New Zealand, while returning captain Caelan Doris will start on the bench.
bbc.com
The luxury effect: why you’ll find more wildlife in wealthy areas – and what it means for your health
The discovery that affluent neighbourhoods have more diversity of nature has implications for human wellbeing – and sheds light on the structural injustices in citiesFor a long time, ecology tended...
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The least frightening films ever – ranked!
A Halloween screening doesn’t have to mean being scared witless. From serene sushi-making to a shell with shoes on, we run down the finest films for those of a nervous dispositionJust so we’re all...
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Wayne McGregor review: shimmering dance spectacular without a live dancer in sight
Infinite Bodies / On the Other Earth, Somerset House and Stone Nest, London These installations, some triggered by the viewer’s own body, show off the wide range of a choreographer always fizzing w...
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Trump and Xi held face-to-face trade talks – what did they agree?
The presidents of the US and China met in South Korea and agreed to dial down trade tensions.
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Women's sport reaches record audiences, report reveals
Women's sport reached record audiences this summer in the UK, with rising female viewership and viewing hours, according to a recent report.
skysports.com
‘We are both freedom fighters’: Africa exhibition at war-damaged Kyiv gallery strikes a chord
A unique show at Khanenko Museum, opening three years after a Russian missile hit, is inspiring Ukrainians to think about art and empire in new waysOn a quiet street in central Kyiv, where monument...
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Hurricane leaves trail of destruction across Caribbean
The storm has been downgraded from a Category 5 to a Category 1 storm but is gathering speed.
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Delhi cloud seeding fails as city covered in thick smog
Thick smog blanketed New Delhi on Thursday, a day after authorities failed cloud seeding to clear the air.
aljazeera.com
Norrie's Paris Masters dreams ended by Shanghai champion Vacherot
Cameron Norrie was unable to build on his sensational win over Carlos Alcaraz as he was knocked out of the Paris Masters by red-hot Monegasque Valentin Vacherot on Thursday.
skysports.com
Israel’s Ultra-Orthodox Set For ‘March of the Million’ Against Military Draft
Mass demonstrations are planned in Jerusalem on Thursday against efforts to end a decades-old exemption from military service for Israel’s Haredi religious students.
nytimes.com
Australia's Litchfield scores century in 'remarkable' innings
Phoebe Litchfield's 119 runs off 93 balls leaves Australia on 180-2 after 27 overs in their ICC Women's Cricket World Cup semi-final against India in Mumbai.
bbc.com
Why a Cloud-Seeding Experiment to Fight Air Pollution in India Failed
Buildings in New Delhi seen through heavy smog on Wednesday. Efforts last week by the state government to seed clouds to produce rain to help wash away pollution failed.
nytimes.com
City councillors quit Labour to form new party
Members for areas across the city quit the party to form the Nottingham People's Alliance.
bbc.com
Who's the man behind President Trump's dismantling of the federal government?
In a New Yorker article co-published with ProPublica, reporter Andy Kroll describes Russell Vought, director of the Office of Management and Budget, as a "shadow president" with oversized influence.
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How much trouble is Rachel Reeves in over rental rule break?
The PM may have ruled out an investigation but key questions remain about the chancellor's housing rules admission.
bbc.com
Toxin levels in fish lead to calls for UK-wide ban on mercury dental fillings
Exclusive: More than 98% of fish and mussels tested in English waters contain mercury above EU safety limitsBritain is facing mounting pressure to ban mercury dental fillings, one of the few countr...
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Anna von Hausswolff: Iconoclasts review – exhilarating, euphoric goth songcraft
(Year0001)The Swedish experimental musician pivots from drones to spectacular pop melodies, with guest spots from Iggy Pop and Ethel CainAnna von Hausswolff’s sixth studio album is being trailed as...
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The rise of Van de Ven shows Spurs' strengths - and their weaknesses
Days into his new job as Tottenham head coach Thomas Frank pulled Micky Van de Ven aside to deliver some mixed feedback – to tell him he admired him as a defender but that he did not score en...
skysports.com
Xi and Trump find temporary truce as China plays longer game
Talks have helped to steady a rocky relationship between the world's top two economies - but the rivalry persists.
bbc.com
Footage shows smoke from latest Israeli attacks on Lebanon
Israeli forces have carried out air strikes on the areas of Mahmoudiyeh and Jarmak, in southern Lebanon. The strikes are
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Crowley named Ireland's fly-half to face All Blacks on Farrell's return
Jack Crowley has been restored as Ireland's starting fly-half for Saturday's clash against New Zealand at Soldier Field in Chicago in the headline team news on Andy Farrell's return.
skysports.com
Tories will not deport legally settled people, Badenoch clarifies
Katie Lam spoke ‘imprecisely’ in stating large number of people would ‘need to go home’, says Conservative leader UK politics live – latest updatesThe Conservative MP Katie Lam spoke “imprecisely”...
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Trump and Xi Ease Off the Trade War, but New Nuclear Threat Brings a Chill
President Trump said after their meeting in Busan, South Korea, that he and Xi Jinping of China had agreed to an economic truce, walking back some of the tariffs and retaliatory measures that had r...
nytimes.com
Pakistan, Afghanistan to resume talks amid tensions over border clashes
Islamabad demands Kabul rein in the Pakistan Taliban as new round of talks begins under regional mediation.
aljazeera.com
Trump-Xi meeting in Busan: Key takeaways from the summit
US President Trump hails meeting with China’s Xi Jinping as 'amazing', but experts are not convinced about its success.
aljazeera.com
Creative Stage Pro Review: A Great Soundbar for Small Spaces
It’s hard to beat this dual-purpose, budget-friendly soundbar in small spaces.
wired.com
Lily Allen announces UK theatre tour for her West End Girl album
The British pop star will will perform her headline-grabbing fifth album from front to back in a run of dates next MarchLily Allen will play her headline-grabbing new album West End Girl in full on...
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Is Trump launching a new nuclear arms race with first US tests in 33 years?
Trump announced that the US will start testing nuclear weapons regularly. Here's what that means for the world.
aljazeera.com
UK rule change allows Palestinian scholars to bring families from Gaza
The university students had been barred from bringing children or dependents by previous visa policiesPalestinian students taking up scholarships at UK universities will be allowed to bring their f...
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Video: Devastation in Cuba as Hurricane Melissa flattens homes
Hurricane Melissa slammed into Cuba destroying homes, flooding neighbourhoods and cutting off entire communities.
aljazeera.com
Mayer jumps to super-welter for three-belt challenge
Mikaela Mayer is jumping up another weight class to fight for three world title belts when she challenges Mary Spencer in Canada.
skysports.com
Rodrigues powers India into World Cup final with thrilling win over holders Australia
Jemimah Rodrigues hit a breathtaking unbeaten 127 to propel India into the Women’s Cricket World Cup final with a five-wicket win over defending champions Australia.
skysports.com
Climate change intensified India's heatwaves in 2024 - Lancet study
Climate change caused one-third of India’s 2024 heatwave days, worsening health and economic losses.
bbc.com
Jockey Tommie Jakes dies aged 19
Apprentice jockey Tommie Jakes has died aged 19.
skysports.com
Reeves should be sacked if she broke house rental rules, says Badenoch
Tory leader says chancellor should have been on top of paperwork when she rented out her south London homeUK politics live – latest updatesRachel Reeves must be sacked as chancellor if she broke an...
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A Fight Over Big Tech’s Emissions Has the Greenhouse Gas Protocol Caught in the Crossfire
An ideological war over how tech giants can account for AI data center emissions has bled into the international arena.
wired.com
Thomas hopes new-look Wales rise from 'dark spot'
Gloucester forward Freddie Thomas is hoping the new Steve Tandy era can help lift Wales from the previous dark spot they found themselves in.
bbc.com
Sources: Nats near deal to hire Butera as skipper
The Nationals are finalizing a deal to hire 33-year old Blake Butera as their new manager, sources told ESPN, which will make him the youngest skipper hired to the position in the major leagues in...
espn.com
Tanzania police fire shots, tear gas at protesters after chaotic election
Hundreds of people take to streets of Dar-es-Salaam after two main opposition figures barred from presidential poll.
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When the rains don’t come: how drought and endless dry seasons are changing life in Puntland – in pictures
October rains have been light across Somalia, a country which in recent years has found itself on the frontline of the climate crisis. The latest estimate is that 3.4 million people don’t have enou...
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Arts organisations still in ‘funding limbo’ after crash of Arts Council England online portal
Arts professionals complain of ‘cruel’ bureaucratic process since grant processing platform crashed in July Arts organisations and artists have said they are still in “funding limbo” with mounting...
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How K-Pop Demon Hunters Star EJAE Topped the Charts
Kids everywhere know her voice—if not her name. WIRED talks to the former SM trainee about her rise to global superstardom with her hit song “Golden.”
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French Police Arrest 5 More in Louvre Jewel Heist Investigation
Police vans parked outside the Louvre this week after the authorities arrested some suspects in connection with the heist.
nytimes.com
“Displacement is a real challenge” in finding Gaza’s missing
“In a war zone where infrastructure is severely damaged, the identification process becomes slower.”
aljazeera.com
FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025: Full match schedule, teams, start, format
All to know before the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar, which will feature 48 teams for the first time.
aljazeera.com
The global fear driving up gold prices
The price of gold has risen more than 50 percent in October since the start of 2025.
aljazeera.com
Israeli strike kills two more Palestinians despite Gaza ceasefire
The Israeli army carried out multiple airstrikes across Gaza, despite Israel’s claiming it returned to the ceasefire.
aljazeera.com
Watch: US and China's different reports of their trade meeting
The BBC's Laura Bicker explains how the two nation's have reported on the trade negotiations.
bbc.com
Protests in Brazil after more than 100 killed in police raids
Protests broke out in Rio de Janeiro after police raids on drug gangs left at least 119 people dead.
aljazeera.com
Skinner says mental health of managers 'a huge concern'
West Ham boss Rehanne Skinner knows what it's like to be in a lonely place in her job - and it is a common feeling among Women's Super League managers.
bbc.com
Teenage cricketer dies in training accident in Australia
The teenager's neck was struck by a ball in a chilling similarity to the death of Australia international Phil Hughes.
aljazeera.com
Centrist Party Ties Dutch Election as Far-Right Party Loses Seats
Rob Jetten, the leader of Democrats 66, ran a campaign of relentless optimism.
nytimes.com
In Canada, a New Play Celebrates Indigenous Storytelling of the Northern Lights
Salik Lennert and Julia Ulayok Davis performing in “Kiuryaq,” a new play that emerged from a four-year collaboration between Indigenous and non-Indigenous artists from Canada, Greenland and the Sáp...
nytimes.com
He Survived the Invasion. What He Really Wanted Was a Friend.
During the war, a Ukrainian boy lost his home, his father and his friends. Could he find new buddies at a camp in the mountains?
nytimes.com
Candy Companies Are Quietly Cutting Down on Cocoa to Save Money
As climate change has helped push cocoa prices higher, companies are changing candy recipes in subtle ways.
nytimes.com
It sounds creepy, but these scientific breakthroughs could save lives
From mini-brains to spider-inspired gloves and wolf apple coatings, scientists are turning eerie-sounding experiments into real innovations that could revolutionize health and sustainability. Lab-g...
sciencedaily.com
Inside Marcus Kowal's fight to change America's drunken driving laws
Marcus Kowal, an ex-MMA fighter, wants to change American drunken driving laws after the tragic death of his 15-month-old son.
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Scientists turn common semiconductor into a superconductor
Researchers have made germanium superconducting for the first time, a feat that could transform computing and quantum technologies. Using molecular beam epitaxy to embed gallium atoms precisely, th...
sciencedaily.com
Five more arrested in France over Louvre jewellery heist, says prosecutor
As the number of arrests climbs to seven, none of the priceless Napoleonic-era jewellery has been recovered.
aljazeera.com
Can Southeast Asia turn its economic weight into real power?
As global trade tensions rise, ASEAN faces a challenge: how to benefit from the US and China without picking sides.
aljazeera.com
Trump hails ‘tough negotiator’ Xi Jinping as leaders meet in South Korea
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping sat down face-to-face in South Korea, for trade war talks.
aljazeera.com
The Witcher season four review – Liam Hemsworth is as charismatic as a bollard in a wig
The replacement that Netflix has chosen for lead actor Henry Cavill is utterly lacking in his predecessor’s likability. The ex-Neighbours actor is a scowling lunk who brings a wildly uneven vibe to...
theguardian.com
Playoff push: Trade targets and what to expect from murky RB rotations
What to make of backfield rotations, players on the rise and who to target as we approach the fantasy playoffs.
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Just beads in a glass jar: this is how the Tories dehumanise migrants and those in need | Frances Ryan
The Conservatives, like Reform, are rooting their immigration policy in the language of welfare dependency. It’s deeply harmfulThere is a video doing the rounds on social media in which Conservativ...
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Choreographer Sharon Eyal: ‘I don’t like it when a dancer is comfortable – I want to see the struggle’
Her latest work is built on dark, minimal beats and groups of dancers moving in unison. It’s sensual, visceral and, she says, totally intuitiveA couple of summers ago I was in a club in Manchester,...
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Five new suspects arrested over Louvre jewellery theft
They were arrested on Wednesday night in the Paris region, Laure Beccuau's office said.
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'We've got to figure something out': Dodgers must start hitting -- or this World Series is over
A lineup full of All-Stars has looked off all postseason long -- and especially in the Fall Classic. Can L.A. fix it before it's too late?
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Washington’s ‘Blob’ is helping whitewash Sudan’s war crimes
False balance in US policy has legitimised war crimes and silenced Sudanese voices.
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Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba take stock after Hurricane Melissa destruction
Recovery efforts are under way across Jamaica after Melissa rips off roofs, cuts electricity and unleashes floodwaters.
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Which NFL teams should make trades before the deadline? Barnwell sizes up expectations for all 32
Could the Lions add help? Will the Jets trade away stars? Should the Giants make any moves? Let's look at which teams might swing deadline deals.
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Only four teams have made the playoffs after having a 1% chance. The Ravens think they'll be the fifth
If it's going to take 10 wins to clinch a playoff berth or the division, Baltimore will need to win eight of its next 10 games.
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Mavericks' Williams apologises for marijuana arrest
Dallas Mavericks guard Brandon Williams apologises for "being a distraction" after he was arrested on a charge of marijuana possession.
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Top NHL prospect rankings: Schaefer, Hagens, Martone, more
Who are the best under-23, NHL team-affiliated players in the world? Here are the top 50 right now.
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Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid's Vinícius Júnior eyes PSG
Vinícius Júnior's first choice if he were to leave Real Madrid would reportedly be Paris Saint-Germain. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.
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Scientists reverse Alzheimer’s in mice with groundbreaking nanotech
Researchers used supramolecular nanoparticles to repair the brain’s vascular system and reverse Alzheimer’s in mice. Instead of carrying drugs, the nanoparticles themselves triggered natural cleara...
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UK woman who booked Oslo flight but did not fly loses child benefit ‘because she emigrated’
Exclusive: HMRC told Lisa Morris-Almond there was no record of her return to UK, but she did not take the tripA woman who booked a flight from London to Oslo but never checked in or travelled has h...
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Heart the Lover by Lily King review – a love story to treasure
A companion novel to the brilliant Writers & Lovers, this delightfully witty tale of college romance matures into midlife poignancyThe university experience is a risky business in fiction....
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Benefits of a four-day week are ever clearer, despite Steve Reed’s stance
Housing secretary’s criticism of trial in South Cambridgeshire council ignores its many positivesBusiness and charity leaders call on ministers to lead England’s transition to four-day weekIn his s...
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Weekly sports quiz: Who scored their first goal for Man Utd?
How much attention have you paid to what has happened in the world of sport over the past seven days?
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Hurricane Melissa leaves trail of destruction across northern Caribbean
Hurricane warnings persist as Melissa nears Bermuda, with potential for strengthening before eventual weakening.
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How Thiaw became Newcastle's 'mentality monster'
Newcastle United broke their transfer record to sign Nick Woltemade, but another German signing has also made a big impact.
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Netherlands centrist party wins big in election as far right loses support
The centre-left D66 has made its largest ever gains and almost tripled its seats in parliament.
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Scientists discover a stunning new golden-tongued lizard in China
A new species of mountain lizard, Diploderma bifluviale, has been discovered in the upper Dadu River Valley of China. Its distinct traits and isolated habitat highlight the hidden biodiversity of t...
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LIVE: Palestinians lose hope in ceasefire after Israeli strike wave on Gaza
Mediators insist truce is strong after Israel kills over 100 people, mostly children, before 'returning' to ceasefire.
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Ministers can raise taxes if they come out fighting. But no one in this cowardly Labour government seems able | Aditya Chakrabortty
Ahead of the budget, Rachel Reeves should be out making her arguments. Instead, there is silence – and a huge opportunity for Labour’s opponentsScroll back three years. The person sitting opposite...
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,344
Here are the key events from day 1,344 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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Trump rates meeting with China's Xi '12 out of 10', lowers tariffs
President Trump said he and Chinese leader Xi Jinping "agreed to almost everything" in their nearly two-hour meeting in South Korea, which Trump said was "friendly."
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Yesavage, Blue Jays dominate Dodgers in Game 5 of World Series
Toronto Blue Jays' Trey Yesavage sets World Series rookie record for strikeouts against LA Dodgers to forge 3-2 lead.
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Toronto move within one win of World Series title
A first-inning blitz and a dominant outing by starting pitcher Trey Yesavage put the Toronto Blue Jays within one win of their first World Series title since 1993.
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K-pop group NewJeans loses legal battle against agency
A South Korean court rules that the act's contract with the label, which runs until 2029, is valid.
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‘One contestant makes wool vulvas!’ Tom Daley on his knockout knitting show – and arguing with Traitors producers
As he prepares to host The Game of Wool, the Olympian diver talks about trying to get murdered faithfuls resurrected on Traitors – and the time he knitted himself a woollen chandelierIn The Game of...
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What to watch for during Casey Means' confirmation hearing for surgeon general
While she completed medical school, she never finished residency, and is likely to face tough questions from senators about her qualifications and views on vaccines.
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Some California farmers worry how the passage of Prop 50 would affect them
California's Central Valley is home to most of the state's farmers. Many of them say they'll vote "No" on Prop 50, Gov. Gavin Newsom's plan to gerrymander the state to benefit Democrats in Congress.
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Scientists discover a way simulate the Universe on a laptop
Scientists have developed a groundbreaking tool called Effort.jl that lets them simulate the structure of the universe using just a laptop. The team created a system that dramatically speeds up how...
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Syria’s Rocky Transition Brings New Waves of Displacement
Syrians fleeing sectarian violence across a river into Lebanon in March.
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Inside the Louvre Jewel Heist That Shocked the World
Investigators on the day of the burglary, examining the balcony where the thieves broke in.
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Webb reveals the Universe’s first galaxies were a chaotic mess
JWST observations show that early galaxies were chaotic, gas-filled systems rather than stable disks. Researchers from Cambridge studied over 250 galaxies and found most were turbulent, still formi...
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How Yesavage met the moment and pushed the Dodgers to the brink
Six months after making his pro debut, Toronto's unflappable rookie shut down L.A.'s lineup and quieted a sold-out Dodger Stadium in a World Series start for the ages.
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Dozens dead in 'total devastation' left behind by Hurricane Melissa
The hurricane - Jamaica's worst to date - was downgraded from a category five storm on Wednesday.
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Twin black hole collisions put Einstein’s general relativity to its most extreme test
Two recently observed black hole mergers, occurring just weeks apart in late 2024, have opened an extraordinary new window into the universe’s most extreme events. These collisions not only reveale...
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Cruise operator 'failed' woman who was left on island and died, family says
Katherine Rees said her mum, 80, had fallen ill during a hike on a remote Australian island and was told to return to the ship by herself.
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Meta, Google, and Microsoft Triple Down on AI Spending
Three of the biggest US tech companies reported record profits and record infrastructure spending on Wednesday, fueling speculation about a possible AI market bubble.
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Dodgers' bats flail again, putting season on brink
The Dodgers' offense fell flat again, managing four hits while striking out 15 times in a 6-1 loss to the Blue Jays that put them in a 3-2 hole in the World Series.
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Jamaica and Haiti Tally Hurricane Victims as Melissa Slams Cuba
Destruction on Wednesday at Treasure Beach, Jamaica, which is in St. Elizabeth, the southwestern parish where Melissa struck the island as a Category 5 hurricane.
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Dependants of Gazan students can join them in UK, government says
The decision is a reversal of the original policy which only supported the evacuation of the students themselves.
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Boris Johnson tells Tories to stop ‘bashing green agenda’ or risk losing next election
Former PM says he has not seen party ‘soaring in the polls as a result of saying what rubbish net zero is’Boris Johnson has warned the Conservatives they will not win the next election by “bashing...
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Hidden clues in ghostly particles could explain why we exist
In a rare global collaboration, scientists from Japan and the United States joined forces to explore one of the universe’s deepest mysteries — why anything exists at all. By combining years of data...
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Melissa Leaves Black River, Centuries-Old Jamaican Port Town, ‘Totally Destroyed’
Satellite imagery showing Black River, Jamaica, before and after Hurricane Melissa.
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Why the real national security threats China poses today go beyond human spies
The national security threats China poses today go beyond traditional notions of espionage - in this new world, threats are far more complex
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The Line of Beauty review – Hollinghurst’s Gatsby-esque social satire is a class act
Almeida theatre, LondonJack Holden has elegantly adapted Alan Hollinghurst’s Booker winner about class envy, gay culture and political scandal in 80s BritainHow to adapt a novel as big and shimmeri...
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'Something special' - Dowman makes history for Arsenal
Another day, another record for 15-year-old Max Dowman. But Arsenal's teenage prodigy is taking everything in his stride, according to his manager Mikel Arteta.
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Record numbers watching women's sport, report says
Women's sport was watched by record female audiences in the UK this summer, according to a report by the Women's Sport Trust.
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Only full abolition of two-child benefit cap will substantially cut poverty, thinktank says
Half-measures would have little or no meaningful impact on child poverty rates, Resolution Foundation analysis findsFailure to abolish the two-child benefit limit would wreck the government’s child...