Trump and Mamdani hope for positive relationship after ‘productive’ meeting
Trump praises Mamdani for 'incredible' victory in New York City mayoral election and focus on affordability.
Notable Events Around the World on - 2025-11-21
Bret Taylor’s Sierra reaches $100M ARR in under two years
The startup’s rapid growth suggests that enerprises are embracing AI agents.
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UN climate talks go into overtime as divisions over fossil fuels persist
COP30 negotiations drag on in Brazil amid divisions over draft proposal that does not include fossil fuel phase-out.
aljazeera.com
Littler wins as Van Veen comeback stuns Humphries
Luke Littler wins his first match as world number one to progress at the Players Championship Finals, while Gian van Veen produces a stunning comeback to knock out Luke Humphries.
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Burt Meyer, 99, Dies; Made Lite-Brite and Rock ’Em Sock ’Em Robots
Starting in the 1960s, he collaborated on the designs of classic toys like Mouse Trap, Toss Across and Mr. Machine.
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Voters could abandon centrist parties if budget fails, warns former cabinet secretary
Simon Case says voters will look elsewhere if chancellor cannot find solutions to tax, spending and debt problemsVoters will look elsewhere if Rachel Reeves does not use next week’s pivotal budget...
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Bill Ackman plots IPO of hedge fund Pershing Square in early 2026
Billionaire investor seeking to take investment group public as early as the first quarter of next year
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Cryptology Group Held an Election, but Can’t Decrypt the Results
A global group of researchers was unable to read the vote tally, after an official lost one of three secret code keys needed to unlock a hyper-secure election system.
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Zhao sees off Robertson to clinch Riyadh title
World champion Zhao Xintong claims a 5-2 victory over Neil Robertson to clinch the Riyadh Season Snooker Championship.
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Blackburn take all three points against Preston at Deepdale
Highlights of the Sky Bet Championship match between Preston and Blackburn.
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Activists Are Using 'Fortnite' to Fight Back Against ICE
Players are roleplaying ICE raids in Fortnite and Grand Theft Auto to prepare for real-world situations.
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Former President Jair Bolsonaro asks to serve house arrest in Brazil
The right-wing leader has sought to appeal his 27-year sentence for allegedly fomenting a coup after his 2022 defeat.
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Zelensky warns Ukraine risks losing US support over White House peace plan
Vladimir Putin says the plan could be the "basis" for peace but warns Russia is prepared to fight on.
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NASA Awards Liquid Hydrogen Supply Contracts
NASA has selected Plug Power, Inc., of Slingerlands, New York, and Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., of Allentown, Pennsylvania, to supply up to approximately 36,952,000 pounds of liquid hydrogen f...
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‘Punishable by death!’: Trump accuses Democratic lawmakers of sedition
President Trump said six Democratic lawmakers — all veterans and service members — should be put to 'death' for a video.
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Why is Republika Srpska’s presidential vote so important?
Republika Srpska, an autonomous division of Bosnia and Herzegovina, is holding a snap presidential election.
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To Many Ukrainians, U.S. Peace Plan Looks Like ‘Capitulation’
A Ukrainian artillery unit firing at Russian targets in the Zaporizhzhia region, last month.
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Red Cross to cut 2,900 jobs, slash budget as donors reduce support
US funding drops under Trump’s 'America First' agenda, forcing the Red Cross into major global cutbacks.
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Zelenskyy says US peace plan puts Ukraine in difficult bind
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine faces one of its most difficult moments as it weighs a US peace proposal.
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The hottest AI wearables and gadgets you can buy right now
We compiled all the hottest AI wearables currently available, including Bee, Friend, Plaud, and more.
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US government to nix October inflation report after history-making shutdown
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has explained it was 'unable to retroactively collect' the data on consumer prices.
aljazeera.com
India implements sweeping labour reforms despite union opposition
Four new labour codes come into force as India seeks to attract investment and strengthen manufacturing.
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Van Veen stuns defending champion Humphries as Littler wins
Defending champion Luke Humphries suffered a shock first-round exit at the Players Championship Finals to Gian van Veen on Friday night at Butlin's Minehead.
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Deadly earthquake shocks Bangladesh, hundreds injured
A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck central Bangladesh, killing at least nine people and injuring more than 300.
aljazeera.com
Google says hackers stole data from 200 companies following Gainsight breach
Notorious hacking collective Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters takes credit for the breach that affected Salesforce customers’ data, and said it is planning another extortion campaign.
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The Guardian view on the Covid-19 inquiry: the UK did too little, too late. Lessons must be learned | Editorial
The latest report on the pandemic shows that grave failings were not limited to Boris Johnson. The government needs to prepare for the next crisisAll four of the UK’s governments are criticised in...
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US judge resigns after being disciplined for wearing Elvis wig in court
In court, Judge Thornhill would play the singer's music from his phone and make "irrelevant" references to him.
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10 Years of Students Helping NASA Grow Space Food with Growing Beyond Earth
Nearly 1,250 middle and high school students from 71 schools around the world joined Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden for the Growing Beyond Earth (GBE) Student Launch Chat with the Scientists, ma...
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At least 67 Palestinian children killed in Gaza since ‘ceasefire’ began: UN
UNICEF says baby girl among several children killed this week as Israel carried out a wave of bombings despite truce.
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Best Black Friday Google Pixel Deals (2025)
Score hundreds off the new Pixel 10 range, or snag a discounted Pixel Watch 4 or Pixel Buds.
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Vote for competent leaders, not entertainers – that’s what I wish the Covid report could say | Devi Sridhar
To prevent a future pandemic we’d need agile leadership, smart decision-making, humility and trustworthiness. How does one build those into a political system?It feels as though a collective amnesi...
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Kids in China Are Using Bots and Engagement Hacks to Look More Popular on Their Smartwatches
In China, parents are buying smartwatches for children as young as 5, connecting them to a digital world that blends socializing with fierce competition.
wired.com
Judge me at next election, Starmer tells doubters
The PM tells the BBC he has made "good steps" on the cost-of-living but it will take time to turn the country around.
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Wade 'disheartened' with Mansell after frosty handshake in Minehead win
James Wade said he was "disheartened" that his opponent Mickey Mansell would not respond to their frosty handshake after his victory at the Players Championship Finals.
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Trump’s world view: cynical, self-interested and money-grabbing
Latest Ukraine peace plan presented by the US would be a capitulation to Moscow
ft.com
NCAA won't allow athletes to bet on pro sports
NCAA athletes and athletic department staff will not be allowed to bet on professional sports after the organization's membership voted Friday to rescind a rule change that would have permitted tho...
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Ireland host world champion Springboks in Dublin 'litmus test'
For all South Africa's successes in recent seasons, victory over Ireland in Dublin has proved to be elusive for the Springboks since 2012.
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Rachel Reeves is studiously ignoring the cause of Britain’s woes: the Brexit-shaped hole in its roof | Jonathan Freedland
The autumn budget will mop up some damage, but the true source of the economic crisis is clear. The government should now fix it – don’t hold your breathImagine a family stuck in a house that const...
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54 bids, 1 sale: Karl-Anthony Towns sells rare Yoshinobu Yamamoto MLB logo patch card for $72,000
The New York Knicks center drew the card in October before making one bidder's lucky day.
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Hubble Captures Puzzling Galaxy
This NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image features a galaxy that’s hard to categorize. The galaxy in question is NGC 2775, which lies 67 million light-years away in the constellation Can...
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Berrettini puts Italy on brink of third successive Davis Cup final
Matteo Berrettini puts two-time defending champions Italy on the brink of a third consecutive Davis Cup final with victory over Belgium's Raphael Collignon.
bbc.com
Senators Want Extremism Researchers to Surrender Documents Linked to Right-Wing Grudges
The Senate homeland security committee's chair has asked researchers to turn over troves of documents related to the January 6 attack, vaccines, and more, according to a letter reviewed by WIRED.
wired.com
Labour MPs face a serious dilemma on asylum seekers – but this is not the way out of it | Polly Toynbee
The party sees its harsh policies as politically necessary. But what happened to talking up the value of migrants for a thriving economy and society?This is how Labour MPs see it. They face brutal...
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Franklin gets 5-year, $41.75M+ deal with Hokies
James Franklin's contract with Virginia Tech will net the Hokies' new coach at least $41.75 million over the next five years, according to a term sheet released by the school Friday.
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Former Reform U.K. Politician Sent to Prison for Taking Pro-Russia Bribes
Nathan Gill arriving for sentencing at the Old Bailey court in London on Friday.
nytimes.com
Phictly’s new app brings people together over their favorite books and TV shows
Phictly helps fans find niche clubs for their favorite books, shows, and movies, offering intimate, spoiler-safe communities with flexible pacing and tracker tools.
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House considers banning stock trading by members of Congress
A bipartisan group in the House is looking to ban lawmakers from trading individual stocks as part of an effort to increase accountability in Congress.
npr.org
Smith should get WBC shot despite Matias' failed test - Hearn
Eddie Hearn hopes Dalton Smith will fight for a world title after the Briton's bout with WBC light-welterweight champion Subriel Matias was thrown into jeopardy.
bbc.com
Fujifilm Instax Mini LiPlay+ Review: A Camera and Printer in One
Fujifilm's latest Instax instant camera and printer hybrid gets a dedicated selfie lens and some fun new printing options.
wired.com
Eli Lilly becomes first pharma firm to join $1 trillion club
The company's stock has zoomed this year, driven by the explosive growth of the weight-loss drug market.
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O'Dea rules himself out as Swans chase new boss
Caretaker boss Darren O'Dea says Swansea City want to appoint a new head coach "as quickly as possible" but insists there is no chance he will be a permanent successor to Alan Sheehan.
bbc.com
NPR polling shows trouble for Republicans
A new NPR poll shows trouble for Republicans as President Trump's message and approach appear to fracture independent voters.
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Trump Energy department drops renewables, promotes fusion in office reshuffle
The revamped organizational structure cut at least one office authorized by Congress, which could spur legal challenges.
techcrunch.com
Brazil delivers a climate COP like no other
The event saw a shift away from showy pledges to tackling the real world complexities of cutting emissions
ft.com
Second MP quits new left-wing Your Party group
He is the second MP to leave the group, which has been dominated by internal tensions.
bbc.com
At least five killed in Bangladesh earthquake
The epicentre of the earthquake was about 30 kilometres (18.6 miles) from the capital, Dhaka.
bbc.com
Dubai bank is behind British businessman’s 30-year jail sentence, family claims
Ryan Cornelius was arrested in 2008 over a bank loan and will be 84 years old when he is due to be releasedA Dubai bank is instrumental in the long-running detention of the 71-year-old British busi...
theguardian.com
There Is Only One AI Company. Welcome to the Blob
As Nvidia, OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft forge partnerships and deals, the AI industry is looking more like one interconnected machine. What does that mean for all of us?
wired.com
England's Dingwall out of Argentina clash
England's centre Fraser Dingwall has been ruled out of their clash against Argentina at Allianz Stadium on Sunday, with Max Ojomoh replacing him.
skysports.com
Qatari emir arrives in DR Congo after Rwanda visit
Qatar has mediated talks between the DRC government and M23 rebels which led to a framework deal last week.
aljazeera.com
Back to the Future celebrates 40th with three Marty McFlys performing the musical
The West End show’s former lead actors will travel back in their careers to share the role with its current star for the 1985 film’s anniversaryAudiences at the West End musical Back to the Future...
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Former Welsh Reform leader jailed for pro-Russia bribery
Nathan Gill, 52, is sentenced to 10 and a half years in prison after admitting taking bribes while an MEP.
bbc.com
What is BioSentinel?
Editor’s Note: This article was updated Nov. 21, 2025 shortly after BioSentinel’s mission marked three years of operation in deep space. Astronauts live in a pretty extreme environment aboard...
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Uefa orders Scotland fans to remove celebration videos from X
European football's governing body claimed clips of fans cheering Scotland's World Cup qualification in front of TV screens breached copyright.
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What we know about leaked US draft plan to end Russia's Ukraine war
There are 28 key points and while several on the face of it could be acceptable to Ukraine, others cross Kyiv's red lines.
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Pro golfer handed 10-tournament ban for 'reckless' rules breach
The European Tour Group has handed a 10-tournament suspension to a golfer for a ‘reckless’ breach of its Code of Behaviour during a HotelPlanner Tour event earlier this season.
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25 Year of Scientific Discovery Aboard International Space Station
November marks 25 years of human presence aboard the International Space Station, a testament to international collaboration and human ingenuity. Since the first crew arrived on Nov. 2, 2000, NASA...
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Starmer and Zelensky discuss US peace plan for Ukraine
There are concerns some of the reported proposals appear to heavily reflect many of Moscow's demands.
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Is Avatar’s main villain about to become a good guy? All the signs are pointing that way
Will Quaritch, the square-jawed representative of military-industrial destruction befriend the Na’vi in James Cameron’s forthcoming Avatar: Fire and Ash? And if so, what other unlikely character ab...
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Zelenskyy says Trump’s Ukraine plan must ensure ‘real and dignified peace’
Ukrainian president says working on US plan to end war with Russia as European allies raise concerns about concessions.
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‘People threw food at modern art!’ Turner-winning sculptor Tony Cragg’s amazing journey to success
He may now live in Germany, but he loves returning to Britain, not just to put on a show, but to enjoy the weather, the food, the humour – and the selfie-takers in galleriesLet’s suppose that you a...
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Sources: Liberty tab Warriors' DeMarco as coach
The Liberty have agreed to a deal to hire Chris DeMarco, who has been with the Warriors since 2012, as their new coach, sources told ESPN.
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South Africans Seize on G20 Summit to Air Their Nation’s Ills
A billboard that is part of a campaign by The Solidarity Movement, a network of organizations representing Afrikaners, on display in Johannesburg ahead of the G20 Summit, on Wednesday.
nytimes.com
Posha vs. Thermomix: Kitchen Robots Face Off on Thanksgiving Sides
The Posha and the Thermomix TM7 are the closest things to a home robot chef that mere mortals can afford. The catch is that you’re the prep cook.
wired.com
Earthquake in Bangladesh interrupts Test vs Ireland
An earthquake in Bangladesh's capital city Dhaka briefly interrupted the third morning of Ireland's second Test.
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Climate of fear: are CSIRO’s sweeping job cuts a sign Australia doesn’t care about the extinction crisis?
Ever decreasing funding for the globally respected government agency mirrors an industry-wide trend that could hinder scientific breakthroughs Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news p...
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The 2025 Oceania photo contest winners – in pictures
Here are some of the standout images from this year’s Nature Conservancy Australia Oceania photo contest. Winners were chosen from over 3,500 entries from across Australia, Aotearoa New Zealand, Pa...
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Covid bereaved call for Boris Johnson to lose ex-PM benefits over inquiry report
Campaign group says it will pursue all legal means to ensure personal accountability for ‘grave betrayal’Covid-bereaved families have called for Boris Johnson to lose access to public funds and sai...
theguardian.com
Ex mayor Joe Anderson denies bribery and misconduct
Joe Anderson has denied charges including "sending himself threatening letters".
bbc.com
Despite Chinese hacks, Trump’s FCC votes to scrap cybersecurity rules for phone and internet companies
Two Trump-appointed FCC officials voted to undo the telecom industry's cybersecurity rules. One Democratic commissioner dissented, saying the decision leaves the United States "less safe" at a time...
techcrunch.com
From Pontyclun to Wales - the making of Harri Deaves
BBC Sport Wales profiles new Wales cap Harri Deaves who will make his international debut on Saturday against New Zealand.
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South Africa hosts G20 as tensions with U.S. flare amid boycott
The U.S. boycotts South Africa's G20 summit, sparking a diplomatic spat and throwing the global gathering into turmoil.
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‘They don’t want to listen’: negotiators on the state of Cop30 talks
Three representatives of developing countries speak candidly about meetings behind closed doors in BelémCop30 – latest updatesIn the negotiating rooms at the Cop30 climate conference, representativ...
theguardian.com
Watch the moment Nathan Gill is sentenced
Gill was sentenced to a total of ten-and-a-half years in prison.
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Bangladesh 5.5-magnitude earthquake – what we know so far
At least five people killed in deadly earthquake close to the capital city Dhaka on Friday.
aljazeera.com
Inseparable, sensuous and confident, the Kessler twins were pioneers of variety show culture
Alice and Ellen Kessler, who died by joint assisted suicide this week, entertained – and occasionally scandalised – Europe with their glitzy and subversive pop music and classically informed dance•...
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Wales' Wainwright ruled out of All Blacks Test
Taine Plumtree comes in at number eight as Aaron Wainwright is ruled out while Morgan Morse is set to made his debut off the bench.
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Sherlock Holmes and the 12 Days of Christmas review – Lloyd Webber and Rice reunite for festive felonies
Birmingham RepHumphrey Ker and David Reed’s witty thriller blends Victorian sleuthing, meta gags and new songs by the great musical-theatre duoA serial killer working through the alphabet (Agatha C...
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‘Justin Bieber is an insanely courageous artist’: Tobias Jesso Jr on how he became the songwriter to the stars
He has penned hits for Adele, Dua Lipa and Bieber, but the sought-after Canadian pop songwriter has only ever released one album himself. Now, 10 years on, comes a second –and it’s a scorching acco...
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‘The sword swung so close to her head!’ What it’s like to commit one of TV’s most unforgivable murders
From Claire Foy’s Anne Boleyn in Wolf Hall to Adriana in The Sopranos, we meet the actors who had to bump off TV legends … and then face the wrath of the publicTalk about being a pantomime villain....
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Starmer rebuffs renewed talk of Andy Burnham leadership challenge
PM says Burnham doing ‘really good job’ as Manchester mayor and urges colleagues not to brief against each otherKeir Starmer has attempted to dampen the latest round of speculation about his leader...
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Rangers reveal £14.8m loss despite record revenues
Rangers post losses of £14.8m - down from £17.2m - in their accounts to year-end June 2025, despite record revenues of £94.1m.
bbc.com
O'Neill: Celtic AGM protests 'really sad' as interim boss calls for unity
The gulf between Celtic's hierarchy and fans was laid bare as the club’s annual general meeting was abandoned after only 25 minutes with heckles of 'sack the board' from shareholders.
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LSU formally acts to fire Kelly in response to suit
The LSU board of supervisors authorized new university president Wade Rousse to send former Tigers football coach Brian Kelly a formal notice of termination during a meeting on Friday, according to...
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Sources: Two Dodgers execs working with Lakers
Two key executives with the Los Angeles Dodgers, Farhan Zaidi and Andrew Friedman, have stepped into new advisory roles with the Los Angeles Lakers as the team transitions ownership to Mark Walter...
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UN climate summit drops mention of fossil fuels from draft deal
A row over fossil fuels has broken out at COP30 but this is also likely to be a negotiating tactic.
bbc.com
GB's Weston wins World Cup opener on Olympics track
Great Britain's Matt Weston wins the opening skeleton race of the season on the track that will be used for next year's Winter Olympics, in Cortina, Italy.
bbc.com
Russia yet to receive anything official from US on peace plan, Kremlin says
The draft provisions come across as heavily slanted towards Moscow, but Volodymyr Zelensky says he is ready to work with the US.
bbc.com
Premier League clubs alter financial fair play rules
The Premier League will move to a new system of financial fair play based on squad costs from next season.
bbc.com
Canadian man loses legal battle to reclaim million-dollar stash
Marcel Breton spent 16 years trying to reclaim C$1.2m police seized from hiding spots in his house.
bbc.com
India’s home-built fighter jet Tejas crashes at Dubai air show, pilot dies
The crash is the second recorded for the HAL Tejas, a key jet in India's efforts to modernise its air force fleet.
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Annotated: the full text of Trump’s 28-point Ukraine-Russia peace plan
Draft agreement has shocked Europe and is unlikely to satisfy Kyiv or Moscow
ft.com
Players Championship Finals LIVE! Cross, Chisnall, Wade and Clayton all in action
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Roblox Rolls Out Face Scans for Age Verification: What to Know
Roblox has begun implementing a new age verification system.
nytimes.com
What do we know about the 28-point US plan for Ukraine?
Ukraine must slash the size of its army and cede territory, under a US plan to end the Russia war.
aljazeera.com
Ireland's Test in Bangladesh halted by earthquake
The third day of Ireland's second Test with Bangladesh was temporarily stopped because of an earthquake in Dhaka on Friday.
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Cupid’s dazzling arrival, Bridget Riley’s rollercoaster and a dual of two masters – the week in art
Caravaggio’s masterpiece hits the UK, Margate goes dotty for Riley, and it’s paintbrushes at dawn for Turner and Constable – all in your weekly dispatchCaravaggio’s Cupid The shock of the old hits...
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Pollyfromthedirt’s grey-skied Anglo ambience and the week’s best new tracks
The masked singer’s jagged pop deals in suburban bleakness, English nationalism and jilted romance against a backdrop of DIY drum machines and acoustic guitarFrom Darlington, County DurhamRecommend...
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Children and teens roundup – the best new picture books and novels
The return of Charlie and Lola; the second lives of trees; the dangers of time travel; a YA Bluebeard retelling and moreThe Street Where Santa Lives by Harriet Howe and Julia Christians, Little Tig...
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NHS facility opens boxing gym for first time in UK
For the first time in the UK a boxing gym has been opened in an NHS facility with the Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust giving mental health charity Off The Ropes a long-term base.
skysports.com
Hubble Seeks Clusters in ‘Lost Galaxy’
Today’s NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image features the spiral galaxy NGC 4535, which is situated about 50 million light-years away in the constellation Virgo (the Maiden). Through a small teles...
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Marking Time review – Nico Muhly inspires a brilliant night of beguiling dance
Sadler’s Wells, LondonA trio of choreographers respond to Muhly’s vivid scores with works that veer from the meditative to the macabreIf you thought we had exhausted shows that were postponed by Co...
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Premier League clubs approve PSR replacement - but vote against 'salary cap'
Premier League clubs have voted against a new proposal that could have brought in a salary cap from the 2026/27 season, with the division's Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) to be replaced by S...
skysports.com
Apple’s Most Overlooked App Just Got a Lot Better
Apple Shortcuts, which lets users write custom automations, recently earned some new capabilities thanks to Apple Intelligence. Here,s how to make the most of this upgrade.
wired.com
The European startup market is ready for the limelight
The region's startup market is hungry for its first trillion-dollar startup, and in many ways has set itself up to reach that goal.
techcrunch.com
Simple amino acid supplement greatly reduces Alzheimer’s damage
Researchers discovered that the common amino acid arginine can block harmful Aβ aggregation and reduce its toxic effects in Alzheimer’s disease models. In flies and mice, oral arginine lowered plaq...
sciencedaily.com
A $100 Million AI Super PAC Targeted New York Democrat Alex Bores. He Thinks It Backfired
Leading the Future said it will spend millions to keep Alex Bores out of Congress. It might be helping him instead.
wired.com
Fukushima owner edges towards restarting first reactor since meltdown
The Kashiwazaki Kariwa nuclear power plant has not been in operation since the 2011 disaster.
bbc.com
Indian fighter jet pilot killed in crash at Dubai airshow
A court inquiry is being carried out to assess the cause of the crash.
bbc.com
Cop30 live: standoff over inclusion of fossil fuel phaseout in final text escalates
Following a dramatic fire yesterday, the climate summit is due to finish this evening, but disagreements over the final text look difficult to resolveGood morning, Matthew Taylor here and I will be...
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Frida Kahlo painting sells for record $54.7m
A 1940 self-portrait titled ‘The dream’ by famed Mexican artist Frida Kahlo has sold for $54.7m.
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‘We’ve been eating it for more than 100 years’: how one community turns stink bug infestations into lunch
In India’s Mizoram state, people have an intricate system of harvesting and consuming the pungent and nutritious bugsEvery few years when Udonga montana, a bamboo-feeding stink bug, erupts in massi...
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This Hacker Conference Installed a Literal Anti-Virus Monitoring System
At New Zealand's Kawaiican cybersecurity convention, organizers hacked together a way for attendees to track CO2 levels throughout the venue—even before they arrived.
wired.com
Weather tracker: US storms linked to ‘atmospheric river’ phenomenon
California faced evacuation warnings over flood risk, while Japan experienced heavy early season snowfallEvacuation warnings were issued last week in California as heavy rain brought the risk of fl...
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Michigan State, other men's No. 1 class contenders, 5-star intel, more
Teams that won (Michigan State) and have work to do (Kentucky), plus the latest on uncommitted five-stars.
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Instead of Fitbit’s AI Health Coach, You Could Just Have Friends
I used the public preview of Fitbit’s new AI Health Coach and became both faster and noticeably weirder.
wired.com
Slot: Liverpool miss Jota as a player and person
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot says his side miss Diogo Jota as a player and person, but they will never use his death as an excuse for poor results.
skysports.com
Anti-Hamas armed groups seek future role under Gaza peace plan
Several groups - some of them backed by Israel - are ranged against Hamas in Gaza, with complex and overlapping ties.
bbc.com
Trump's growing impatience to end Ukraine war is a concern for Kyiv
The US is working to a quick timetable to push through the deal, which appears to heavily reflect many of Moscow's demands.
bbc.com
Elgar: The Dream of Gerontius album review – Gardner and the LPO’s reading is bold and dramatic
(LPO)Recorded live at the BBC Proms, Edward Gardner and the London Philharmonic Orchestra’s propulsive performance, with soloists Allan Clayton, Jamie Barton and James Platt, is one to cherishThe D...
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Fine Chocolate in Brazil, Home of the Cacao Bean
A new generation of craft chocolatiers in Brazil is making bars with “identity.” They’re helping to sustain the forest, too.
nytimes.com
Sanna Marin Led Finland Through Covid and Russian Threats. But She’s Famous for a Shimmy.
The scandal ultimately gave Sanna Marin more global renown than most Finnish politicians.
nytimes.com
‘Bull riding is a drug’: rodeo embraces its sports science era – in pictures
The sport is rooted in the culture of rugged individualism and has been slow to adopt modern techniques. That state of affairs is slowly changingBoosted by cultural phenomena like the hit series Ye...
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Scottish Premiership returns amid World Cup euphoria
After the drama of Scotland's World Cup heroics, the attention switches back to domestic duties.
skysports.com
Palmer suffers toe injury in accident at home
Cole Palmer has suffered a toe injury in an accident at home and will miss the next three Chelsea games against Burnley, Barcelona and Arsenal.
skysports.com
Europe races to respond to US-Russian Ukraine peace plan
Proposal offering major concessions to Moscow blindsided European diplomats
ft.com
Scientists reveal kissing began millions of years before humans
Scientists have traced kissing back to early primates, suggesting it began long before humans evolved. Their analysis points to great apes and even Neanderthals sharing forms of kissing millions of...
sciencedaily.com
Five things to look out for in EFL: Steel City struggle & Norwich's new era
Here are five things you should look out for across the English Football League this weekend.
bbc.com
Gove apologises after Covid report alleges 'toxic' culture
The ex-senior minister apologises for mistakes in the pandemic, but defends some of the previous government's actions.
bbc.com
MLS playoffs conference semis preview: Can Cincy trio best Miami's Fab Four?
Who will be MLS' final four? We make our predictions.
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BBC confronts ex-Reform politician over pro-Russian bribes
The former leader of Reform UK in Wales has admitted to bribery and will be sentenced later.
bbc.com
WNBA mock draft: There's a new No. 1 replacing Lauren Betts at the top
Four UCLA players, including Lauren Betts, are now projected first-round picks. But Spain's Awa Fam is No. 1.
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Venezuela says opposition leader will become fugitive if she collects Nobel
María Corina Machado may not be able to return if she goes to Norway for prize-giving, attorney general says.
bbc.com
Lagarde warns European growth is linked to ‘disappearing’ world
ECB chief accuses policymakers of six years of inaction as export-dependent model becomes defunct
ft.com
Debit: Desaceleradas review | Ammar Kalia's global album of the month
(Modern Love)The producer’s second album is a granular dissection of cumbia rebajada, forcing the listener to focus on the strangeness of every moment in her ambient soundworldMexican-American prod...
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This engineered fungus cuts emissions and tastes like meat
Scientists used CRISPR to boost the efficiency and digestibility of a fungus already known for its meatlike qualities. The modified strain grows protein far more quickly and with much less sugar wh...
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At least three killed as magnitude 5.5 earthquake hits Bangladesh
Several others injured as buildings in the capital swayed in the earthquake, sending panicked residents into streets.
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Wetzel: Is the NCAA infraction system now too speedy to be fair?
In an effort to speed up infractions rulings, the NCAA implemented a new system in 2023 for low-stakes cases.
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UK energy bills set to rise 0.2% in January
Ofgem nudges up price cap after Labour election pledge to bring down household bills
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Global stocks slide after sharp reversal on Wall Street
Nasdaq and S&P 500 sink as fears reignite over AI valuations
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BBC confronts ex-Reform politician over bribes
The former leader of Reform UK in Wales has admitted bribery and will be sentenced on Friday.
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De La Soul: Cabin in the Sky review – a full-colour celebration of Trugoy the Dove that never feels heavy
(Mass Appeal)The first release since the death of their founding member dwells on the afterlife, yet doesn’t forsake their perpetually sunny soundCabin in the Sky, the tenth album by De La Soul – a...
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Laurens' weekend preview: Derbies galore with Arsenal vs. Spurs, plus NWSL championship
It's Friday and a full weekend of action awaits across the soccer calendar. So who better to tee up the best matches than Julien Laurens? In a new weekly feature, he picks out the best of the actio...
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Under-fire Ross County face Queen's Park in Championship - live on BBC
Queen's Park and Ross County find themselves at the wrong end of the Scottish Championship going into Friday's BBC Scotland game.
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Countries sharply split on fossil fuels on COP30 climate summit final day
Brazil's new draft proposal does not contain a roadmap for a transition, nor mention 'fossil fuels' at all.
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National security will always comes first, minister says amid reports Chinese embassy in London nearing approval – UK politics live
Liz Kendall says ‘we are clear-eyed about our relationship with China and national security will always come first’Good morning and welcome to Friday’s UK politics blog. National security “will alw...
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Government borrowing for October higher than expected
Borrowing was more than £2bn higher than expected in October, latest official figures show.
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Players to watch at reborn SEC volleyball tournament
Torrey Stafford at Texas, Brooklyn DeLeye at Kentucky and Ifenna Cos-Okpalla at Texas A&M prepare to step into the spotlight of an SEC volleyball tournament that has been dormant for 20 years.
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Ukraine doubts Russia’s desire for peace amid reports of US-drafted plan
As fighting rages and Russia seizes settlements, a US-Russia constructed plan looks set to upset Kyiv and its EU allies.
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Lib Dems to force vote on creating new customs union with EU
Ed Davey’s party believes the move is the best way to ‘turbocharge’ economy, rather than tax risesThe Liberal Democrats are forcing a vote in parliament on creating a new customs union to put press...
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There’s a catastrophic black hole in our climate data – and it’s a gift to deniers | George Monbiot
Climate sceptics tell us that more people die of extreme cold than extreme heat. What’s the truth?I began by trying to discover whether or not a widespread belief was true. In doing so, I tripped a...
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‘We’ve got to release the dead hand of the past’: how Ireland created the world’s best alternative music scene
Irish indie acts used to be ignored, even on Irish radio. But songs confronting the Troubles, poverty and oppression are now going global – and changing how Ireland sees itselfOn a hot Saturday aft...
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Week in wildlife: traffic-stopping reindeer, wildcats and a giraffe on the move
This week’s best wildlife photographs from around the world Continue reading...
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Saudi Arabia leads attempts to block climate deal at COP30, UN chief warns
António Guterres notes talks could fail as a result of negotiating tactics
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Smith’s world title opponent Matias fails drugs test
The world title opponent of England's Dalton Smith - WBC super-lightweight champion Subriel Matias - has failed a drugs test.
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Who will win the NWSL championship? Predicting Gotham vs. Washington
The NWSL Championship on Saturday pits the Washington Spirit vs. Gotham FC. Who is the underdog? Who is the player to watch? Who will win?
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COP30 is climate conference “of implementation”
The significance of COP30 and the importance of countries building resilience to climate change.
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Do Don Mattingly and Dale Murphy belong in Cooperstown? Breaking down the contemporary era ballot
What makes a Hall of Famer, anyway? We take a closer look at the eight candidates.
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Strictly Come Dancing star reportedly arrested on suspicion of rape
Man, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was arrested in October over alleged incident last year, say reportsA Strictly Come Dancing star has reportedly been arrested on suspicion of rape.The Su...
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Separatist leader Kanu sentenced to life in prison in Nigeria
Separatist leader Nnamdi Kanu shouted in protest at a court hearing in Nigeria, before he was sentenced to life.
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Early offseason needs for all 32 NFL teams: Positions to upgrade, draft prospects to watch, more
How can all 32 NFL teams improve during the offseason? We took an early look at positional needs, free agents to watch and intriguing draft fits.
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Israel plans to seize major Roman-era historical site in occupied West Bank
Anti-settlement group Peace Now says land grab would become Israel's largest of archaeologically significant land.
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Senior Democrat responds to Trump death penalty threat
A senior Democrat in the US condemned comments by Donald Trump as ‘unhinged’.
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From 18st kid to world champion - the rise of Benavidez
David Benavidez talks to BBC Sport about looking to inspire after being an overweight kid at 18st 6lb before his title defence against Britain's Anthony Yarde.
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Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev: Putin propagandist or key to peace with Ukraine?
Putin's envoy finds himself under the spotlight over a draft peace plan that emerged after he spent days with Steve Witkoff in Miami.
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UK government borrows more than expected in setback before budget
October figures represent final snapshot of public finances before Rachel Reeves’s tax and spending statementBusiness live – latest updatesThe UK government borrowed more than expected in October,...
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Things That Disappear by Jenny Erpenbeck review – a kaleidoscopic study of transience
A collection of columns by the German Booker winner reveals a keen eye for details that mark the passing of timeJenny Erpenbeck wrote the pieces collected in this compact yet kaleidoscopic book for...
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Rep. Jason Crow on video urging troops to refuse illegal orders and Trump's response
NPR's Leila Fadel asks Democratic Congressman and former Army Ranger Jason Crow for his response to President Trump after Crow participated in a video urging U.S. troops to refuse illegal orders.
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White House unaware that US ambassador to Israel met with convicted spy
CIA reportedly 'alarmed' by the meeting, which broke a longstanding policy of not speaking with convicted spies.
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How WhatsApp messages revealed ex-Reform politician's pro-Russian bribes
The former leader of Reform UK in Wales has admitted bribery and will be sentenced on Friday.
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LIVE: Israel keeps bombing Gaza, kills two in occupied East Jerusalem
A displaced person has been killed south of Gaza's Khan Younis city, according to Nasser Hospital.
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Funding NHS facilities with private finance a breach of manifesto, Labour MPs say
The government is considering using taxpayer money and private finance to build new health centres.
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Labour MPs urge Reeves to drop private finance plans for NHS buildings
Chancellor told PFI-style schemes familiar from New Labour era are ‘fiscal illusion’ offering no value for moneyRachel Reeves has been urged by 40 Labour MPs to drop plans to fund NHS buildings wit...
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This is modern Britain – where a princess pleading for children’s rights seems almost radical | Gaby Hinsliff
It is uncomfortable to watch royals appealing to the nation’s best instincts while an elected government feels compelled to chase our worstEvery child has the right to feel safe, loved and as if th...
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As I write my last column, the facts on climate crisis speak for themselves
Since 1995, when the first Cop was held, carbon levels have increased from 360.67 parts per million to 426.68 parts nowIn 1995, when the first “conference of the parties” (Cop) of the UN’s climate...
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New US rules say countries with diversity policies are infringing human rights
US officials say the rules will stop "destructive ideologies" but others argue it is redefining human rights principles for Trump's goals
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After Syria’s 14-Year Civil War, a Search for Victims Leads to Mass Graves
A trench at the Najha cemetery near Damascus, Syria. The area is believed to hold a mass grave.
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Researcher’s Smuggling Arrest Casts Light on Dispute Over Chinese Students
As some lawmakers press U.S. universities to curtail ties with China, a postdoctoral student’s prosecution raises questions about how big the danger actually is.
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Trump and Mamdani set for high-stakes Oval Office face-off
Meeting marks the first in-person meeting between the US president and New York City’s mayor-elect
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Behind the AI bubble, another tech revolution could be brewing
Today’s eye-popping valuations are based on the assumption that LLMs are the only game in town
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Clifford Chance cites AI as it axes 10 per cent of back-office staff
Magic circle legal firm also shifts work to lower-cost hubs in Poland and India
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‘I think my mum’s going to like it’: Alexander Skarsgård on his gay biker ‘dom-com’ Pillion
In May, Cannes went weak at the knees for Harry Lighton’s tale of BDSM and bootlicking in suburbia. Ahead of its release, the director and his stars reveal the explicit shots snipped from the final...
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Cryptocurrency backed by Farage donor is used for Russian war effort, investigators say
Tether tokens found to facilitate scheme that enables sanctions evasion and launders money for the KremlinA cryptocurrency backed by one of Nigel Farage’s biggest donors has been used to help Russi...
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In Miami Beach, the New York City mayoral election is an opportunity
Billboards in Times Square are inviting New York businesses to relocate to Miami Beach. They're being paid for by a Florida developer who sees the election of Zohran Mamdani as an opportunity to lu...
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After calling him a 'communist,' Trump will meet Mamdani in the Oval Office Friday
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will meet with President Trump at the White House Friday putting the frequent foe of conservatives face-to-face with one of his biggest critics.
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How could Trump interfere in the midterms? Here's what voting officials are watching
Less than a year from the midterm elections, state and local voting officials from both major political parties are actively preparing for the possibility of interference by the Trump administration.
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Australia Adds Twitch to Social Media Ban for Teens
The ban will take effect on Dec. 10, about a year after Parliament passed one of the world’s most comprehensive measures to protect children and teenagers from potential harm on the internet.
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Japanese spacecraft faces a massive challenge from a house-size asteroid
New observations show that asteroid 1998 KY26 is a mere 11 meters across and spinning twice as fast as previously thought. The discovery adds complexity to Hayabusa2’s 2031 mission but also heighte...
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Fugees rapper sentenced to 14 years in prison over illegal Obama donations
Justice Department prosecutors accused Grammy-winning rapper Pras Michel of betraying his country for money.
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Transfer rumors, news: Man United want Scott McTominay back
Manchester United are considering a move to bring Scott McTominay back to Old Trafford from Napoli. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.
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Frida Kahlo painting sells for $54.7m, breaking record for female artists
A 1940 self-portrait by Frida Kahlo has sold for $54.7m and made auction history at Sotheby’s in New York.
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Century-old catalysis puzzle cracked by measuring a fraction of an electron
Scientists have directly measured the minuscule electron sharing that makes precious-metal catalysts so effective. Their new technique, IET, reveals how molecules bind and react on metal surfaces w...
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Pras Michel of the Fugees sentenced to 14 years over illegal campaign donations
The Grammy-winning artist was sentenced on Thursday to 14 years in prison for a case in which he was convicted of illegally funneling foreign contributions to former President Obama's 2012 campaign.
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Frida Kahlo self-portrait sells for $55m, sets auction record for a female artist
The auction also shattered the previous record for a portrait by the Mexican artist.
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Nazi salutes and racism: the allegations about Nigel Farage’s school days – podcast
Former pupils at Dulwich College have made shocking claims about the Reform leader’s behaviour at school – which he denies. Daniel Boffey reportsPeter Ettedgui is a well-known film-maker. But 40 ye...
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Scientists reveal what triggered Santorini 'earthquake swarm'
Thousands of earthquakes were caused by magma "pumping through" Earth's crust for three months, they say.
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Read the full text of Trump’s 28-point Ukraine-Russia peace plan
Proposed deal would limit size of Ukrainian forces and calls on Kyiv to withdraw troops from eastern Donetsk
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US plan for Ukraine-Russia peace calls on Kyiv to cede land under its control
Ukrainian officials say President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is being pressed to agree to terms negotiated by the US and Russia
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Cop30: dozens of countries threaten to block resolution unless it contains roadmap to fossil fuel phase-out
Exclusive: The Guardian understands Brazil had been planning to drop a roadmap to a transition away from fossil fuels amid opposition from petro statesCountries supporting a phase-out of fossil fue...
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Maxey has career-high 54 as 76ers outlast Bucks
Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey had a career-high 54 points and nine assists in a 123-114 overtime victory over the Bucks on Thursday.
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Trump calls Democrats' message to troops seditious behaviour, punishable by death
Trump's comments came after a group of Democrats urged US service members to refuse unlawful commands.
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India's delayed action plan raises eyebrows at COP30 climate summit
India says it has met a key target of its previous climate action plan, but many say it needs to do more.
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Frida Kahlo self-portrait sells for $54.7m to set new auction record for a female artist
The 1940 painting of Kahlo asleep in bed has surpassed the record set by the $44.4m sale of Georgia O’Keeffe’s Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1 in 2014A 1940 self-portrait by famed Mexican artist Fr...
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Australia is banning social media for kids under 16. How will it work?
The world-first law aims to reduce the "risks" children face online - but it's received pushback.
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US judge orders end to Trump’s deployment of troops in Washington, DC
US president's controversial deployment of soldiers to US cities has raised alarm and a series of legal challenges.
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Friday-night drug deals helping Russian war machine, UK crime agency warns
The National Crime Agency says a "vast criminal ecosystem" funds "really bad things" around the world.
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Fugees rapper Pras sentenced to 14 years in prison over illegal donations to Obama campaign
Prakazrel ‘Pras’ Michel was convicted in 2023 after a trial that included testimony from actor Leonardo DiCaprio and former US attorney general Jeff SessionsThe Grammy-winning rapper Prakazrel “Pra...
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,366
Here are the key events from day 1,366 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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Hands On With Google's Nano Banana Pro Image Generator
Google’s latest AI image model is vastly better than the previous release at generating text in images. You can expect companies to go buck wild with this update.
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Somi Lee leads chase for LPGA's richest prize at the CME Group Tour Championship
Watch highlights from the first day of the CME Group Tour Championship on the LPGA Tour.
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What’s in the files of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein?
US Congress votes to release more Department of Justice files on the Epstein case.
aljazeera.com
South African women call purple protest over gender violence
Nearly 1,000 women were raped and 137 murdered in the first three months of this year.
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UK consumer confidence drops as public braces for a ‘difficult’ Budget
Households are pessimistic about their own spending and the country’s economic outlook