Robert Heide, Angsty Playwright and Warhol Collaborator, Dies at 91
Robert Heide in 2010. A playwright best know for “The Bed,” he became a figure in the cultural life of downtown Manhattan.
Notable Events Around the World on - 2026-01-04
Israel launches deadly strikes in Gaza in new ceasefire violations
The Israeli military continues to demolish structures in northern Gaza while also blocking the entry of aid.
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Israel kills two people in new attack on southern Lebanon
Israel claims the drone attack on a car targeted a Hezbollah member.
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'A chance' Chelsea will name new boss on Monday as Rosenior jets in
Strasbourg boss Liam Rosenior arrives in London for talks about replacing Enzo Maresca as Chelsea head coach.
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Can a social app fix the ‘terrible devastation’ of social media?
Twitter co-founder Biz Stone and Pinterest co-founder Evan Sharp have raised new funding for a social media app that helps users "plan with intention."
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Venezuela, Democracy and Oil
One thing is clear after the U.S. raid: Gunboat diplomacy is back, with cascading implications not just for the Americas but for the world.
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DoorDash says it banned driver who seemingly faked a delivery using AI
DoorDash seems to have confirmed a viral story about a driver using an AI-generated photo to lie about making a delivery.
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What might the US do next after Venezuela?
There are legal concerns about the abduction of President Nicolas Maduro, but little Western criticism.
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Taylor banned from PDC events and prize money removed after failed drugs test
Dom Taylor has been banned from all PDC events following his failed drugs test, the Darts Regulation Authority (DRA) have confirmed, while he has also been stripped of his World Darts Championship...
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Garrett breaks NFL sack record in final game of season
Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett broke the NFL's single-season sack record against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday.
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At least 30 killed in attack on Nigeria village
It is the latest in a spate of violent attacks in Niger state, and comes a day after officials said schools could reopen following a mass abduction last year.
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Francis Patrelle, Founder of a Ballet Company, Dies at 78
A champion of the story ballet, he built a tightly knit community in New York around his classes at Ballet Academy East and his company, Dances Patrelle.
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Leeds 'devastated' as fan dies at game with Man Utd
Leeds United say they are "devastated" after a supporter died before their Premier League game against Manchester United on Sunday.
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Spanish Empire: Sword and Cross
How Spain conquered with armies and missionaries, fusing faith, force and gold into global dominance.
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From Caracas 'fort' to New York court: Maduro's capture in pictures and maps
An elite unit of the US army captured the Venezuelan leader in an extraordinary operation that can be followed through photos, satellite images and maps.
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‘They’re Invading Us’: The U.S. Attack Viewed From Venezuelans’ Cellphones
The videos, filmed on cellphones by people mainly in Caracas and La Guaira, showed the exact moments in which the U.S. air and ground incursion played out in real time.
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Rangers defender Sterling arrested over traffic offences after Old Firm victory
Rangers defender Dujon Sterling was arrested following his side's victory in the Old Firm game against Celtic on Saturday.
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Prem Rugby: Leicester record big win vs Saracens to close in on top four
Adam Radwan scored two tries as Leicester kept in contention for a play-off spot with an impressive 36-28 win over Saracens.
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China’s “artificial sun” just broke a fusion limit scientists thought was unbreakable
Researchers using China’s “artificial sun” fusion reactor have broken through a long-standing density barrier in fusion plasma. The experiment confirmed that plasma can remain stable even at extrem...
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Has the US made peace with the rise of China?
China political analyst Victor Gao argues that the US has come to terms with China’s growing power.
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Rubio says there's 'not a war against Venezuela' despite U.S. capture of Maduro
Top Democrat calls operation 'a violation of the law' and promises Senate vote on President Trump's war powers
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French and Malaysian authorities are investigating Grok for generating sexualized deepfakes
France and Malaysia have joined India in condemning Grok for creating sexualized deepfakes of women and minors.
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Panthers' playoff drought ends as Falcons prevail
The Falcons, Panthers and Saints finished the regular season at 8-9, but Carolina won the NFC South because of a 3-1 record against the other two.
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Huskers land Irish QB Minchey via transfer portal
Kenny Minchey, who was beaten out for the starting quarterback job at Notre Dame last season, has committed to transfer to Nebraska for 2026, he told ESPN.
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St Brigid's beat Scotstown in All-Ireland semi-final
Connacht champions St Brigid's advanced into the final of the All-Ireland Club Senior Football Championship with a 1-16 to 1-12 victory over Scotstown at Breffni Park.
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Plaud launches a new AI pin and a desktop meeting notetaker
Plaud is going after the likes of Granola to launch a desktop app that records online meetings
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Raw emotions as mourners attend Mass for Swiss bar fire victims
There are tears and hugs at a special Mass for the victims of the blaze on New Year’s Eve.
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European leaders appear torn in face of new world order after Venezuela attack
Leaders try to focus on what comes next, as backing for ejection of Maduro mingles uncomfortably with voicing of support for international lawVenezuela crisis: latest updatesEuropean leaders emerge...
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When a heart attack left me in a coma, my hallucinations inspired a novel – and a new life
After his heart stopped beating for 40 minutes, the former lawyer experienced weeks of hallucinations. The visions he experienced during his recovery set him on the path to a new careerOn the eveni...
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Garrett gets sack No. 23 to set NFL season record
Browns defensive end Myles Garrett set the NFL's single-season sack record Sunday with a sack of Joe Burrow to give him 23 on the season.
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Sources: Michigan State's Marsh to transfer to IU
As the Hoosiers continue preparations for the College Football Playoff semifinals, Indiana on Sunday landed a commitment from Michigan State transfer wide receiver Nick Marsh, sources told ESPN, on...
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Iran Faces Economic Challenges and Military Threats
A photograph released by Iranian state media showing protesters in Tehran, Iran’s capital, on Monday. The demonstrations have convulsed Iran for a week.
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Battery electric cars will overtake diesels in Great Britain by 2030, analysis suggests
London predicted to be the first UK city to go diesel-free, largely because of the ultra-low emission zoneBattery electric cars are poised to overtake diesels on Great Britain’s roads by 2030, acco...
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UN General Assembly president on war, vetoes and UN reform
Annalena Baerbock on UN credibility, Security Council vetoes, Gaza, Ukraine, and whether reform is possible before 2030.
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Rast ends US star Shiffrin's winning run in slalom
Swiss skier Camille Rast completes an emotional women's World Cup slalom victory in Slovenia to end United States star Mikaela Shiffrin's winning run.
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Four are in - but who might complete Premier League Darts line-up?
Four players - including World Championship finalists Luke Littler and Gian van Veen - have guaranteed their place, but who are the contenders to fill the four invitational slots in 2026?
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Simon Stone on luring film stars on stage, family tragedy and staging Chekhov in Korean: ‘It’s one of the proudest moments in my career’
Directing the likes of Alicia Vikander, Andrew Scott and Olivia Colman on stage, the Australian director is returning to Adelaide festival with a bold new take on The Cherry OrchardGet our weekend...
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‘I’ve got a fearlessness to being laid bare’: how Yungblud became Britain’s biggest rock star
In 2025 the Doncaster-born singer-songwriter has earned two UK No 1s, three Grammy nominations and the respect of rock’s greats – and he says it’s all down to putting fans firstIn November, Dominic...
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‘Everyone Is in Shock’: Swiss Town Grieves as More Fire Victims Are Identified
In Crans-Montana, the ski resort where at least 40 people died in a New Year’s Day blaze, residents were struggling to come to terms with one of the worst such disasters in Switzerland’s history.
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Former world boxing champion Tyson Fury comes out of retirement again
'Been away for a while but I’m back now, 37 years old and still punching,' Fury said in a post announcing his return.
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Starmer says closer ties with EU single market preferable to a customs union
Prime minister gives clearest sign yet that government is seeking to further deepen Britain’s links with BrusselsCloser ties with the EU single market are preferable to a customs union, Keir Starme...
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Bangladesh refuse to travel to India for World Cup
Bangladesh will not travel to India for the T20 World Cup next month "under current conditions" and request their matches be moved elsewhere.
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UK ‘not entirely clear’ what it means for US to run Venezuela
UK waiting to determine if US breached international law by capturing Nicolás Maduro, PM’s chief secretary saysUS politics live – latest updatesThe UK is “not entirely clear” what it means for the...
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Fury comes out of retirement... again
Former heavyweight world champion Tyson Fury announces he will return to boxing in 2026, bringing an end to his latest spell of retirement.
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‘This is where it all started’: Nina Simone’s childhood home gets long-awaited rehabilitation
North Carolina home preserved to commemorate legendary musician and civil rights activist, and to serve as arts hubIt was a surreal experience for Dr Samuel Waymon, Nina Simone’s youngest sibling,...
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Subtle releases ear buds with its noise cancelation models
Subtle's new $199 earbuds will also let you dictate in any app on desktop or phone
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A New Bridge Links the Strange Math of Infinity to Computer Science
Descriptive set theorists study the niche mathematics of infinity. Now, they’ve shown that their problems can be rewritten in the concrete language of algorithms.
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Who has qualified for Premier League Darts and who's in contention?
World No 1 Luke Littler and defending champion Luke Humphries will headline this year's Premier League Darts, but who will join them?
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Swiss police identify 16 more bodies after deadly New Year’s Eve bar fire
Officials are continuing efforts to identify the remaining casualties from the fire that killed 40 people.
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Sporadic protests in Tehran as clashes reported in Iran’s west
Protests fuelled by economic duress spiral into political ones in some cases as they spread to different cities.
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NBA buzz: Live updates, trades and intel from around the league
Catch up on the latest buzz, trade alerts and league intel from our ESPN NBA insiders.
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Video shows Maduro's arrival in US and journey into custody
The Venezuelan president is in custody in New York after he was captured during US strikes on Saturday.
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Here's a partial list of U.S. elected officials opposing Trump's invasion of Venezuela
Trump's decision to depose Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has drawn praise inside the U.S., especially from Republican leaders. But the invasion also faces significant opposition from elected...
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Sheff Utd v Oxford among numerous EFL games off
Sunday's Championship game between Sheffield United and Oxford United is one of numerous EFL matches postponed because of frozen pitches.
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Live Updates: Questions Mount for U.S. and Venezuela After Maduro’s Capture
The Trump administration faced scrutiny over its plans for Venezuela after seizing President Nicolás Maduro and bringing him to New York to face drug trafficking charges. President Trump said the U...
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Wicked composer latest to cancel Kennedy Center gig after Trump name change
Stephen Schwartz says he will not appear at the arts venue as it "has now become an ideological statement".
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The Bat Woman of North London: ‘It’s Like Tuning In to Another World’
On night walks through Highgate Wood, Cindy Blaney shares the whirling wonder of the often-maligned mammals with the humans below.
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The electric vehicle revolution is still on course – don’t let your loathing of Elon Musk stop you joining up | Zoe Williams
Other firms are taking advantage of Tesla’s sales slump, while technological advances mean that glitches are being left in the rear-view mirrorIn another era, before Elon Musk bought Twitter, chang...
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From K-pop and The Traitors to Dune and the return of Madge: your A-Z of the biggest culture of 2026
With 2025 but a distant memory, it’s time to get stuck into a huge year of entertainment. To help with this daunting task, we’ve provided a handy, alphabetised guide to the big releases and trends...
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Leading UK far-right activist spoke at Russian extreme nationalist event
Exclusive: Patriotic Alternative’s Mark Collett addressed forum along with ideologue described as ‘Putin’s brain’The head of a leading British far-right group spoke at a summit of European extreme...
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China urges US to ‘stop toppling’ Venezuelan government, release Maduro
Beijing is likely to limit its response to diplomatic protest rather than hard power, analysts tell Al Jazeera.
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Boxer Anthony Joshua returns to UK after fatal Nigeria car crash
Joshua returns after recovering from the minor injuries he sustained during a crash that killed two of his friends.
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Global protests erupt against US attack on Venezuela
Protesters have rallied worldwide after Donald Trump announced the US would ‘run’ Venezuela.
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Australian skier Brown, 15, earns historic win
Australian skier Indra Brown, 15, announces herself as one to watch at February's Winter Olympics with a first World Cup win in the women's freeski halfpipe.
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Welsh clubs urged to call EGM for no confidence vote
Clubs are being urged to call an extraordinary general meeting of the Welsh Rugby Union to hold the current leadership to account.
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’I inexplicably detest Mr Brightside’: John Simm’s honest playlist
The actor first realised what music was when he heard Yellow Submarine and knows a lot of Paul Simon lyrics, but what would he put on at a party?The first song I fell in love withMy earliest memory...
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Joshua posts first pictures after car crash in Nigeria that killed friends
Anthony Joshua has posted his first pictures on social media since the car crash that killed two of his close friends in Nigeria.
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Rast ends Shiffrin winning streak in WC slaloms
Swiss skier Camille Rast ended Mikaela Shiffrin's six-race winning streak in World Cup slaloms Sunday, beating the American star at a race in Slovenia as their duel shapes up nicely for the Milan C...
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Bernie Sanders condemns Trump’s attack on Venezuela
Bernie Sanders has condemned Trump’s attack on Venezuela accusing him of bypassing Congress to take the country into war
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In 2026, remember this: Britain is much better than it was in so many ways. Don’t swallow the right’s lies | John Harris
Populists rewrite the history of this nation because they were complicit in much of its ugliness. The progressive fightback must start nowA couple of the more disruptive boys in the class put red l...
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Astronomers measure the mass of a rogue planet drifting through the galaxy
Scientists have discovered a rogue planet roaming the Milky Way after combining observations from Earth and a space telescope. This rare dual perspective allowed them to weigh the planet and pinpoi...
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Bangladesh wants T20 World Cup games shifted from India to Sri Lanka
Bangladeshi official voices concerns over safety of its players in India after Mustafizur Rahman's removal from the IPL.
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Serrano retains world titles after tough homecoming clash
Amanda Serrano had to overcome a badly-swollen right eye in a homecoming world title win over Reina Tellez.
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Syria’s challenges to rebuild its armed forces
Syria's new interim government has started the process to rebuild the armed forces, but challenges lie ahead.
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Video shows Venezuela’s President Maduro in US custody
Video shows Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro arriving at the Drug Enforcement Agency detention centre in New York.
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The invisible microbes that help keep us healthy
Not all microbes are villains—many are vital to keeping us healthy. Researchers have created a world-first database that tracks beneficial bacteria and natural compounds linked to immune strength,...
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Poverty, unemployment skyrocket in the Gaza Strip after Israel’s war
Gaza's economy has plummeted by 87 percent in two years, deepening poverty and leaving thousands without resources.
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'Nothing he can't do!' - Is Littler on the cusp of invincibility?
Luke Littler was odds on favourite to lift the Sid Waddell Trophy again ahead of the 2026 World Darts Championship with an air of inevitability about his second world title.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,410
These are the key developments from day 1,410 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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Serrano retains world titles in homecoming win
Featherweight world champion Amanda Serrano marks her Puerto Rico homecoming with a hard-earned but dominant points win over Reina Tellez.
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North Korea fires missiles towards sea as South Korean leader visits China
The missile test comes as President Lee Jae Myung arrives in Beijing to meet his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping.
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'I want to dominate' - Littler takes another step towards greatness
After winning a second world title, 18-year-old Luke Littler says he wants "to dominate everything" - so what's next for the darting phenomenon as he chases greatness?
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'I'll be PM this time next year,' Starmer tells BBC
The prime minister tells BBC's Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg that May's upcoming elections will not be a "referendum" on his government.
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TV tonight: a whopping 81 players battle it out in Rob Brydon’s new gameshow
Contestants take over each other’s squares in The Floor. Plus, the con artist who pretended to be a a faith healer in Hampstead. Here’s what to watch this evening8pm, ITV1 Continue reading...
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Sex object, animal rights activist, racist: the paradox that was Brigitte Bardot
A fantasy figure for men and women, a victim of press intrusion, a defender of animals … the French actor was also a mouthpiece for racial hatred whose views grew uglier over timeBrigitte Bardot in...
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The hill I will die on: Films and TV shows are better if you read the spoilers first | Jason Okundaye
Please note, this piece absolutely includes spoilers for Cruel Intentions, a film made 26 years ago. Do read onI love spoiling the plot for myself. It’s something I do fairly regularly. Before watc...
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How Trump Fixed On a Maduro Loyalist as Venezuela’s New Leader
Vice President Delcy Rodríguez of Venezuela, now the country’s interim leader, speaking at the United Nations General Assembly in New York in 2019.
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Transfer rumors, news: Man United, Liverpool tracking Watford winger Maamma
Manchester United and Liverpool have been tracking Watford winger Othmane Maamma. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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US to extend productivity lead on back of AI boom, say economists
FT survey shows America’s dominance in areas such as technology is not expected to reverse soon
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Trump wants U.S. oil companies in Venezuela. Here's what to know
President Trump wants more U.S. oil companies to "go in" to Venezuela. But there are economic, historical, and climate reasons that may not be easy. Here's what you need to know about oil in Venezu...
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Maduro’s Capture Prompts Protests and Celebrations in U.S. Cities
Celebrating near a statue of Simon Bolivar, who helped free Venezuela from Spanish imperial rule, in Washington on Saturday.
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China targets online vendors in tax crackdown
Beijing seeks to bolster revenues to compensate for slowing economic growth
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US Republicans back Trump on Venezuela amid faint MAGA dissent
Right-wing lawmakers laud US president for seizing Nicolas Maduro, but some decry prospect of another endless war.
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'Deeply shocked': World leaders react to US attack on Venezuela
Leaders from around the world have responded with mixed reactions after a large-scale strike on Venezuela and Maduro's capture by the US.
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‘What Will Happen Tomorrow?’ Venezuelans Fear Chaos After U.S. Attack
In Caracas, the streets were chillingly silent on Saturday, save for a few small demonstrations organized by the government to protest Nicolás Maduro’s ouster.
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Coral reefs could feed millions if we let them rebuild
Overfished coral reefs are producing far less food than they could. Researchers found that letting reef fish populations recover could boost sustainable fish yields by nearly 50%, creating millions...
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Americans turn out for protests in Chicago and Washington.
Celebrating near a statue of Simon Bolivar, who helped free Venezuela from Spanish imperial rule, in Washington on Saturday.
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Americans turn out for protests in Chicago and Washington.
Celebrating near a statue of Simon Bolivar, who helped free Venezuela from Spanish imperial rule, in Washington on Saturday.
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Maduro’s Final Plea: ‘No War. Yes Peace.’
Nicolás Maduro at a rally in Caracas last month.
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'A long road ahead': Venezuelans react to Maduro's arrest with hope and worry
Caracas residents worry about what comes after US intervention in their country amid a tense political climate.
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Joint UK-French air strike targets IS arms cache in Syria
RAF Typhoon jets joined French aircraft in a strike on an underground Islamic State arms cache in Syria, UK officials say.
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Is It Legal for U.S. to ‘Run’ Venezuela After Maduro’s Capture? Here’s What to Know.
Smoke rising from Fuerte Tiuna, a military complex in Caracas, on Saturday morning. U.S. troops captured President Nicolás Maduro in a raid of a safe house.
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Smith sets Big Ten's assist record, eyes D1 mark
No. 5 Purdue guard Braden Smith became the Big Ten's career assists leader, passing Cassius Winston, in an 89-73 win over Wisconsin
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In Wake of U.S. Strike, Venezuelan Paramilitaries Are Little Seen
Armed civilians in La Guaira, Venezuela, after the U.S. strikes in the country on Saturday. The groups known as colectivos, whose function is often to suppress protesters, stayed mostly out of sigh...
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The U.S. has indicted Maduro on charges of cocaine smuggling, but experts say Venezuela’s role in that trade is modest.
Nicolás Maduro making a speech in Caracas last year.
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Trump Plunges the U.S. Into a New Era of Risk in Venezuela
People in Doral, Fla., celebrating the capture of President Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces on Saturday.
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Venezuelan Official Says at Least 40 People Were Killed in U.S. Attack
Wilman Gonzalez carries the furniture he managed to save from his home in Catia La Mar, Venezuela, after it got blown up during the airstrikes. His aunt, Rosa Gonzalez, 80, who lived with him, died...