India’s Varaha bags $20M to scale carbon removal from the Global South
Varaha's fresh funding is part of a $45 million Series B round led by WestBridge Capital.
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Seif al-Islam el-Qaddafi, Son of Libyan Dictator, Is Killed
Seif al-Islam el-Qaddafi gave an interview to The New York Times in Tripoli, Libya, in 2011.
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Chelsea adopt Match of the Day tactic to stop Arsenal set-piece threat
Despite losing their Carabao Cup semi-final, Chelsea attempted a new way of stopping Arsenal set-pieces - just days after a similar suggestion on Match of the Day.
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Virginia Oliver, Maine’s ‘Lobster Lady’ and Folk Hero, Dies at 105
Ms. Oliver in 2021, when she was 101. “She represented that no-nonsense Mainer who just got up every day and did what they had to do,” said Barbara Walsh, the author of a children’s book about Mrs....
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Collision between Greek Coast Guard vessel, migrant boat kills at least 14
Greece's Coast Guard says 26 other people have been rescued from Aegean Sea as search-and-rescue operations continue.
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'It hurts me' - Guardiola vows to speak up on conflicts
Pep Guardiola has spoken passionately about children being killed and injured in conflict zones across the world, saying the footage he sees "hurts me".
bbc.com
Trial of Norway crown princess' son hears tearful account in rape trial
The first alleged victim begins giving evidence in Marius Borg Høiby's trial for rape and more than 30 other alleged offences.
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Havertz haunts Chelsea as Arsenal reach first cup final in six years
Highlights of the Carabao Cup semi-final second leg match between Arsenal and Chelsea.
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The Minneapolis tech community holds strong during ‘tense and difficult time’
Founders and investors in the Minneapolis tech industry told TechCrunch they've put much of their work on hold to help out their community.
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Havertz strikes as Arsenal beat Chelsea to reach Carabao Cup final
Arsenal claimed their place in the Carabao Cup final as Kai Havertz's breakaway goal in stoppage time sealed a 1-0 win over Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium and a 4-2 victory on aggregate.
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'The ultimate climax!' | Havertz scores last-gasp winner for Arsenal against Chelsea
Kai Havertz scored in the final seconds of the second leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final against his former club Chelsea, to ensure Arsenal progress to the final at Wembley.
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Tories seek disclosure of vetting process for Mandelson’s role as ambassador
Kemi Badenoch is to seek disclosures about vetting process and what was known about links to Jeffrey EpsteinKeir Starmer could be forced to disclose confidential vetting documents from Peter Mandel...
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Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of Libyan former leader, killed
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, has been killed in Libya, Al Jazeera Arabic reports.
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Paris Court Deals Family Blow in Battle for Rent From the French Embassy in Iraq
The French Embassy in Baghdad is in a house built in the 1930s.
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‘Game is over’: Iran’s ex-leaders, hardliners clash after protest killings
A former reformist leader wants the Islamic Republic gone while lawmakers wish to see an ex-president executed.
aljazeera.com
Finucane and Morris win European golds in Turkey
Great Britain's Emma Finucane and Anna Morris win gold medals at the UEC Track Elite European Championships in Turkey.
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Son of Norway’s crown princess pleads not guilty in rape case
Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s son has pleaded not guilty to four rape charges as his trial opens in Oslo.
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Tom Britt, Designer of Larger-Than-Life Interiors, Dies at 89
A master of the grand gesture, he was as theatrical as his rooms, which were inspired by French chateaus and Italian palazzos. As he put it, “Why be ordinary?”
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I Infiltrated Moltbook, the AI-Only Social Network Where Humans Aren't Allowed
I went undercover on Moltbook and loved role-playing as a conscious bot. But rather than a novel breakthrough, the AI-only site is a crude rehashing of sci-fi fantasies.
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UN chief urges Gaza aid as Israel blocks most medical evacuees at Rafah
Al-Shifa Hospital director says blocking medical evacuations through Rafah crossing could be 'death sentence' for many.
aljazeera.com
The Paramilitary ICE and CBP Units at the Center of Minnesota's Killings
Two agents involved in the shooting deaths of US citizens in Minneapolis are reportedly part of highly militarized DHS units whose extreme tactics are generally reserved for war zones.
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Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of ex-Libyan leader, reportedly killed
The 53-year-old, who was once widely seen as the second most powerful person in Libya, was killed on Tuesday according to Libyan media.
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Walmart hits trillion dollar market cap for the first time
Walmart stock surged as a new CEO takes the helm and on news of a trade deal with India, a key supplier.
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'Flexible' Curran dreaming of 2022 repeat at T20 World Cup
Sam Curran is dreaming of a 2022 repeat as England look to win a second T20 World Cup in three events.
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Epstein called Mandelson ‘devious’ after he lobbied bank to back mining project
In 2010 then business secretary contacted Jes Staley, then at JP Morgan, about funding for £700m listing on London Stock ExchangePeter Mandelson was described as “devious” by Jeffrey Epstein after...
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2026 plans: What’s next for Startup Battlefield 200
See what to expect for Startup Battlefield 200 in 2026, the ultimate startup pitch competition on the global stage at TechCrunch Disrupt. Join the mailing list to be the first to know when applicat...
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LIV get world ranking points amid 'changing landscape'
The top 10 finishers at an event will be awarded points because the Official World Golf Rankings "recognises a number of areas where LIV does not meet the eligibility standards".
bbc.com
The new rules of finance, courtesy of Elon Musk
Merger of SpaceX and xAI epitomises the way Big Tech has turned the corporate world on its head
ft.com
LIV Golf criticises 'unprecedented' ruling to limit world ranking points to top 10
LIV Golf has criticised what it says is an "unprecedented" ruling by Official World Golf Ranking to award ranking points only to the top 10 finishers at the series' events in 2026.
skysports.com
Homeland Security is trying to force tech companies to hand over data about Trump critics
The use of administrative subpoenas, which are not subject to judicial oversight, are used to demand a wealth of information from tech companies, including the owners of anonymous online accounts d...
techcrunch.com
Gazans returning through Rafah crossing describe checks by Palestinian militia
One Palestinian woman said members of the Israel-linked militia searched them and their belongings at an Israeli checkpoint inside Gaza.
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The Guardian view on high-street decline: a symbol of failure in a discontented nation | Editorial
Decaying town centres are fuelling a sense of disillusionment with mainstream parties. Labour’s regeneration strategy must be bolder“In the 60s it was a fabulous place to live,” sighed one resident...
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The Guardian view on inclusive schools: ministers should recognise that class size matters | Editorial
Less crowded classrooms would make interacting with teachers easier, benefiting pupils including those with SendThere is no single, ideal class size – just as there is no one model of the perfect t...
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Michael Parenti, Unapologetic Marxist Theorist and Author, Dies at 92
Michael Parenti in 1999. A feisty lecturer and critic of the mainstream media, he often took positions that few others on the American left would take.
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‘Finally got him to go’: how Epstein was given an inside track on UK’s political future
Apparent tip-off by Peter Mandelson gave advance notice of instability that would ripple through global marketsOn a brisk Monday evening in May 2010, Gordon Brown stood on the steps of Downing Stre...
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Odey firm’s internal probe unearthed 46 allegations against founder
Crispin Odey has brought legal challenge against FCA decision to ban and fine him
ft.com
Met police to launch investigation into alleged Mandelson-Epstein email leaks
Epstein files appear to show then business secretary passing market sensitive information to child sex offender• UK politics live – latest updatesThe Metropolitan police are to formally launch a cr...
theguardian.com
Gradient’s heat pumps get new smarts to enable old building retrofits
Gradient's heat pumps fit in windows, minimizing installation times. Now, it is introducing software to make those units more intelligent.
techcrunch.com
New home, new outlook? What’s next for the Sundance film festival?
The final Utah edition of the hub for American independent film saw slow sales and a mixed bag of movies but a future in Colorado could bring a refreshSundance is over. Well, not quite. The Sundanc...
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Global conflicts pushing humanitarian law to breaking point, report warns
As armed groups target civilians unchecked, Geneva Academy warn of humanitarian law's collapse and its ramifications.
aljazeera.com
Ireland 'thrilled' by World Cup return - Lewis
Ireland captain Gaby Lewis says qualifying for the 2026 T20 World Cup means "so much" to the side after missing out on the tournament two years ago.
bbc.com
Has the January transfer window always felt flat?
With just seven Premier League deals done on transfer deadline day, has the winter transfer window become a damp squib?
bbc.com
Lotus Health nabs $35M for AI doctor that sees patients for free
This AI doctor is licensed in all 50 states, the startup says. The deal was led by CRV and Kleiner Perkins.
techcrunch.com
Leaders of Gateway train tunnel project sue Trump administration over withheld money
A massive tunnel project that would link New York and New Jersey could run out of money by the end of the week. Developers are suing the Trump administration in an effort go get the funding flowing.
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Ibeh: 'Miller's hair coming off threw me off too! I was shocked'
Weird incidents have stalked boxing throughout its history. Fan man parachuting into Riddick Bowe versus Evander Holyfield, Mike Tyson biting Holyfield, the list does go on. Yet there's always room...
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BBC on the front line with Colombia's war on drugs
BBC Senior international correspondent Orla Guerin joined a special operation over Colombia's cocaine heartland, tasked with destroying crude cocaine labs hidden deep in the jungle.
bbc.com
Full Moon over Artemis II
A full moon is seen shining over NASA’s SLS (Space Launch System) and Orion spacecraft, atop the mobile launcher at Launch Pad 39B at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida in the early hours of Fe...
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Boxer G. Davis facing new warrant in Baltimore
An arrest order has been issued in Baltimore for boxer Gervonta Davis, stemming from an alleged probation violation following his recent arrest in Miami.
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From JJJ to Vucevic: Fantasy reaction to the latest NBA trades
Andre Snellings and Eric Moody provide fantasy reactions as trades go down leading up to Thursday's NBA trade deadline.
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French police search X office in Paris, summons Elon Musk for questioning
The Paris prosecutor’s office announced that it is expanding a criminal investigation into X for alleged crimes, including the possession and distribution of child sexual exploitation material.
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French police search X office in Paris, summon Elon Musk for questioning
The Paris prosecutor’s office announced that it is expanding a criminal investigation into X for alleged crimes, including the possession and distribution of child sexual exploitation material.
techcrunch.com
Meryl Streep cast as Joni Mitchell in new biopic
The Oscar-winning actor will star in the Cameron Crowe-directed feature about the singer-songwriter’s lifeMeryl Streep is to play Joni Mitchell in a forthcoming biopic of the singer-songwriter dire...
theguardian.com
Bus carrying pilgrims overturns in Brazil killing 15 on board
Three children are among those who died in the accident, which happened on the return leg of their journey.
bbc.com
Will Iran and Israel go to war?
US special envoy Steve Witkoff is yet again in Israel to discuss growing tensions with Iran.
aljazeera.com
'What an innings' - Rew hits 'wonderful' century
England captain Thomas Rew helps his side to a 27-run win against Australia, scoring 110 in the Under-19 World Cup semi-final.
bbc.com
'Finally got him to go today': Mandelson's emails to Epstein on Gordon Brown
Emails released by the US appear to shed new light on the dying days of Gordon Brown's government.
bbc.com
PepsiCo to cut prices of Doritos and Lay’s as consumers rein in snacking
Packaged food group lowers snack prices by up to 15% to tempt inflation-weary shoppers
ft.com
Nepal Arrests 6 Officials, Accusing Them of Fraudulent Everest Rescues
A helicopter flying over the Khumbu glacier near Mount Everest. The authorities in Nepal said rescue agencies carried out hundreds of fraudulent rescues.
nytimes.com
‘Biblical Diseases’ Could Resurge in Africa, Health Officials Fear
Parasites and infections that cause blindness and other disabilities were nearly eliminated in some countries, but drug distribution to prevent and treat them was derailed in many places in 2025 af...
nytimes.com
‘Playing a god became a safety net’: Chris Hemsworth opens up about Thor, money and his insecurities
In the Marvel films he was unassailable, but in real life the actor says he’s more like the anxious thief he plays in Crime 101. He and its writer/director Bart Layton talk midlife angst, imposter...
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What tech CEOs and executives have said about ICE’s actions in Minnesota
The Trump administration’s approach to immigration has reached a level of violence that the tech industry cannot ignore. Here's how tech leaders are responding to the moment.
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‘Pain is a violent lover’: Daisy Lafarge on the paintings she made when floored with agony
Suffering from a connective tissue disorder and enduring endless calls to try and get benefits, the poet and novelist turned to painting – resulting in work that could change perceptions of disable...
theguardian.com
Edwards to fight Powar for British title on BBC
Welshman Rhys Edwards will fight for a British title when he faces Gully Powar on the undercard of Lauren Price's world title defence against Stephanie Aquino.
bbc.com
Fitbit founders launch AI platform to help families monitor their health
Luffu uses AI in the background to gather and organize family information, learn day-to-day patterns, and flag notable changes so families can stay aligned and address potential wellbeing issues.
techcrunch.com
Tariq Ali claims BFI has frozen him out of multicultural TV season
Editor of groundbreaking Channel 4 show says he was shocked not to be invited to participate in new seasonThe editor of a groundbreaking Channel 4 show claims the BFI has frozen him out of an upcom...
theguardian.com
Tens of billions wiped off media and financial data groups after Anthropic AI launch
Shares in LexisNexis owner Relx fall 15% after new tools for Claude Cowork unveiled
ft.com
CFP moves off NYE in '26 to avoid conflict with NFL
The College Football Playoff won't have a game on New Year's Eve this season to avoid playing at the same time as an NFL Thursday night game, CFP executive director Rich Clark told ESPN.
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Trump says he wants Republicans to 'nationalize' elections
President Trump said in an interview he wants Republicans to "nationalize" elections. It's the latest instance of Trump's willingness to meddle in election administration.
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Marwan Barghouti, ‘Palestine’s Mandela’, to publish book from prison
Unbroken: In Pursuit of Freedom for Palestine is a collection of writings by the Palestinian political leader, who has been held in Israeli prisons since 2002A collection of writings by the impriso...
theguardian.com
'Things happened quickly' - Bartley on Livi job
New Livingston manager Marvin Bartley only found out on Sunday morning he would be replacing David Martindale, hours before the club announced the change.
bbc.com
Maggots review – tragic tale of a death undiscovered for more than a year
Bush theatre, London Farah Najib’s play tells the story of an isolated woman who dies at home and considers the community’s responsibilityThe opening quote to Farah Najib’s drama tells us that “liv...
theguardian.com
Rew century helps England to Under-19 World Cup final
Captain Thomas Rew makes a battling century as England book their place in the final of the Under-19 World Cup with a 27-run win over Australia.
bbc.com
Epstein audio with former Israeli PM sheds new light on relationship
Recordings released in the Epstein files include a conversation the billionaire had with former Israeli PM Ehud Barak.
aljazeera.com
Vonn has ruptured ACL but will compete at Olympics
American downhill skier Lindsey Vonn has ruptured an anterior cruciate ligament but still hopes to compete at the Winter Olympics.
bbc.com
Pfizer shares dip as vaccines continue to weigh on sales
Pharmaceutical company’s stock price move diverges from rival Merck as both groups bolster new treatment pipelines
ft.com
England stun defending champions Australia to reach U19 World Cup final
England are through to the Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup final after holding on to claim a 27-run victory over defending champions Australia in Harare.
skysports.com
NASA Space to Soil Challenge
Rapid advances in commercial space, artificial intelligence, and edge computing are transforming what is possible for Earth observation. By pushing more intelligence onboard, missions can move from...
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Amnesty demands Israel drop death penalty bills ‘entrenching apartheid’
Amnesty International says bills would mean 'punishment is being reserved for, and weaponised against, Palestinians'.
aljazeera.com
Witkoff to meet Netanyahu ahead of new US-Iran talks
Arab leaders seek to avert regional war as Israeli officials push for hard line on Tehran
ft.com
Here’s why US household energy bills are soaring – and how to fix it | Mark Wolfe
Trump has prioritized fossil fuel companies over consumers, hitting the lowest-income families hardestDonald Trump promised to cut energy prices by 50%. Instead, average electricity prices over the...
theguardian.com
Italy ready to impress in T20 World Cup debut against Scotland
Two centuries after cricket was first introduced to Italy, the national team is on its way to its first ICC World Cup.
aljazeera.com
Walmart’s market value hits $1tn
US retail giant joins club dominated by tech groups
ft.com
Trump says Republicans 'should take over the voting' and 'nationalise' US elections
American elections are primarily run by state law, and voting is administered by local officials across the country.
bbc.com
Huerter to Pistons, Ivey to Bulls in 3-team trade
Chicago, Minnesota and Detroit have agreed to a trade that sends Jaden Ivey and Mike Conley to the Bulls and Kevin Huerter and Dario Saric to the Pistons, sources told ESPN.
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‘I had to learn very quickly’: Reform UK leader, 19, defends council tax rise
Party accused of breaking election promise – but officials in Warwickshire say George Finch’s 3.89% rise still not enough to balance budget The 19-year-old leader of a Reform-led council has defend...
theguardian.com
'Women's FA Cup revamp would ruin the magic'
Several official supporters' clubs have hit out at a proposed new format for the Women's FA Cup, stating the changes will ruin the "magic" of the competition and mean the "rich will only get richer".
bbc.com
Sources: Green involved in Warriors' trade talks
The Warriors have involved Draymond Green in active trade conversation in advance of Thursday's NBA trade deadline, league sources told ESPN.
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Russia welcomes Infantino’s comments on lifting ban; Ukraine furious
FIFA chief Infantino suggested the ban on Russia's participation in global football competitions should be lifted.
aljazeera.com
PayPal hires HP’s Enrique Lores as its new CEO
PayPal is appointing CFO and COO Jamie Miller as interim CEO until March 1.
techcrunch.com
NBA All-Star Game uniforms and court unveiled, inspired by L.A. and new format
This marks the ninth straight year Jordan Brand has designed uniforms for the All-Star Game.
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Peak XV says internal disagreement led to partner exits as it doubles down on AI
Peak XV is transitioning board roles and opening a U.S. office while continuing to view India as its largest market.
techcrunch.com
Why peace remains elusive in Pakistan’s troubled Balochistan
A look at Balochistan’s history of rebellion, state crackdowns and why violence keeps returning.
aljazeera.com
Sources: Grizzlies trade star Jackson to Jazz
The Grizzlies are trading star forward Jaren Jackson Jr. to the Jazz as part of a seven-player trade, sources told ESPN.
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Sources: Rebuilding Grizz trade Jackson to Jazz
The Grizzlies are trading star forward Jaren Jackson Jr. to the Jazz as part of an eight-player trade, sources told ESPN.
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Don’t let nostalgia cloud your judgment: some of the best picture books are actually the newest | Kate Temple
Contemporary children’s books reflect the diversity and values of a changing world – but getting new titles into small hands is harder than everVote for the best Australian children’s picture bookT...
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‘Charisma is a form of psychosis’: inspiring Eric Clapton, having kids at 70 … the irreverent life of post-punk puppeteer Ted Milton
He crossed paths with William Burroughs, Terry Gilliam and Spitting Image while whipping up almighty grooves with his band Blurt. Now 82, he’s back on tour – and bracing for a warts-and-all documen...
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The Muppet Show review – we all deserve a brief bit of happiness right now
This starry half-hour anniversary special captures the spirit of the original TV show at points, and will delight younger viewers. But Kermit’s voice takes some getting used to …The Muppet Show cel...
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Landslides on one side, floods on the other: the Costa Rican village desperate to escape the climate crisis
With government action stalled and living in ‘inhumane’ conditions, families in San José are making plans to relocateIn Emilio Peña Delgado’s home, several photos hang on the wall. One shows him st...
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The talented playmaker no-one seems to want
Harvey Elliott is one of England's most gifted young players - but neither Aston Villa or Liverpool appear to rate the midfielder.
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Human-made materials make up as much as half of UK beaches, study finds
Researchers say sediment changes due to waste dumping and coastal erosion intensified by climate breakdownAs much as half of some British beaches’ coarse sediments consist of human-made materials s...
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'We must keep the Games strong' - Coventry hints at Olympic changes
Speaking at her first Olympic Games as IOC president, Kirsty Coventry reveals "change is coming" to the Olympic program, adding the organisation "have to be honest" about what works to evolve and s...
bbc.com
Last US-Russia nuclear treaty is expiring: Does it really matter?
The New START treaty, which limits strategic nuclear weapons, is to expire this week.
aljazeera.com
Sudan military claims to break siege of key Kordofan city of Kadugli
Government forces have entered South Kordofan's capital, Kadugli, days after breaking a siege in nearby Dilling.
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Syrian forces enter Qamishli under ceasefire deal with SDF: State media
This is a breaking news story.
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'Absolute stunner!' | England U19 star takes brilliant diving catch!
Joe Moores took an incredible catch as England beat Australia to reach the final of the U19 World Cup.
skysports.com
French prosecutors raid Musk’s X offices in Paris
Tech billionaire and platform’s former chief Linda Yaccarino summoned for ‘voluntary interviews’ in April
ft.com
Protecting children is a priority – now is the time to prove it
Governments are launching a global drive to scale proven measures to prevent violence against children.
aljazeera.com
Huge fire breaks out at Tehran market
Huge fire breaks out at Tehran market
aljazeera.com
Son of Norway’s Crown Princess Goes on Trial Over Charges Including Rape
Marius Borg Hoiby in 2022. The 29-year-old has no title or official duties, but the charges against him have contributed to a sense of crisis for Norway’s royal family.
nytimes.com
Israel reopens Rafah crossing but continues bombing Palestinians
Israeli troops allowed the first Palestinians through the newly reopened Rafah crossing on Monday.
aljazeera.com
Ashes and Diamonds review – Poland faces bleak postwar realities in Andrzej Wajda’s 1958 masterpiece
Polish fighters contemplate their future in Wajda’s 1958 film in which the war’s end, far from being a cause for celebration, marks a crisis of identity for their countryThe title of Andrzej Wajda’...
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A Continuous Glucose Monitor Might Help You Lose Weight (2026)
Signos is the first FDA-cleared, AI-enabled system that uses CGMs to nudge you towards healthier behaviors.
wired.com
LIV Golf to get world ranking points for first time
The Official World Golf Ranking has approved LIV Golf to receive ranking points for the first time, with the top 10 LIV golfers and ties receiving points.
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What does 303 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil look like?
We visualise the scale of the world’s largest oil reserves, worth trillions of dollars and now controlled by the US.
aljazeera.com
India’s Supreme Court to WhatsApp: ‘You cannot play with the right to privacy’
India's top court is investigating WhatsApp’s data-sharing model, monopoly power, and user consent.
techcrunch.com
Congress is nearing a final vote to end a short-lived, partial government shutdown
The House voted to advance a spending package that would end the brief, partial government shutdown.
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Which teams are in the T20 World Cup 2026, and what are their squads?
Full list of teams and their squads for the T20 World Cup, jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka, on Saturday.
aljazeera.com
Another Harden trade? What we know about his potential Cavs fit and the Clippers' future
NBA insiders answer five big questions after the news that James Harden and the Clippers are pursuing a trade.
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Al Jazeera Director General calls for ethical tech and dialogue
‘This is the path we’re pursuing.’ Al Jazeera’s Director General at speaking at Web Summit Qatar.
aljazeera.com
Russia ready to respond to any US weapons deployment in Greenland: Ryabkov
With New START, the last nuclear treaty between Russia and US ending, Moscow says it's ready for more dangerous world.
aljazeera.com
Plan to allow fishing around Chagos Islands alarms conservationists
Chagossian people would be allowed to fish in area that has teemed with life since ban was introduced in 2010One of the most precious marine reserves in the world, home to sharks, turtles and rare...
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Al Jazeera Director General outlines media vision at Web Summit Qatar
Al Jazeera Media Network Director General Sheikh Nasser bin Faisal Al Thani addressed the Web Summit in Qatar.
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How Musk used SpaceX to rescue xAI and build a $1.25tn colossus
Billionaire folds rocket maker into a lossmaking AI start-up, betting scale and control can beat rivals to blockbuster IPO
ft.com
‘Fallout’ Producer Jonathan Nolan on AI: ‘We’re in Such a Frothy Moment’
The Westworld showrunner thinks AI will be good for burgeoning filmmakers, but not for Hollywood blockbusters.
wired.com
The Rat Trap review – teenage Noël Coward’s jaundiced marital portrait
Park theatre, LondonBill Rosenfield reimagines the playwright’s early work about the souring relationship between newlywed artistsHell is other people – especially if you’re married to them. Noël C...
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All the Sports You Won’t See at the 2026 Winter Olympics
The makeup of the Winter Olympics has changed many times in the 100-plus years of the Games. Here are some sports that haven’t stood the test of time.
wired.com
Nick Goepper’s Starter Pack: Winter Olympics 2026
What a three-time Olympic medalist packs for the Milano Cortina Winter Games.
wired.com
Sea Beneath the Skin/Song of the Earth review – sea, sand and ceremony as Mahler’s song cycle makes waves
Barbican Hall, LondonSamoan choreographer Lemi Ponifasio’s chant-filled music-theatre piece – performed by Theatre of Kiribati and Britten Sinfonia – pushes Mahler into uncharted watersMahler’s Das...
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Projecting the Super Bowl: Box score, final score and the player prop bets to make
Projected final score and box score for the Super Bowl as well as over 100 Super Bowl props arranged in five value tiers.
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Journalism has acquired renewed importance amid tech changes: Al Jazeera DG
AJ chief warns algorithms fuel polarisation, unveils ‘Core Project’ at Web Summit.
aljazeera.com
Howe: Tonali committed to Newcastle amid reported Arsenal interest
Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe says he does not see Sandro Tonali becoming "unsettled" amid renewed transfer interest.
skysports.com
Jilly Cooper made everyone feel special – and her memorial was the perfect tribute | Zoe Williams
It featured the queen, Rupert Everett and horses paying their respects, amid a combination of romance, absurdity and delight at Southwark Cathedral last weekJilly Cooper’s memorial last week starte...
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The Shepherd and the Bear review – two endangered species scrap for survival in the Pyrenees
Farmers oppose the reintroduction of brown bears in Max Keegan’s immersive and beautiful documentary that resists snap judgmentsThere are two endangered species native to the Pyrenees featured in t...
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Avalanche thinks the fusion power industry should think smaller
Avalanche has raised $29 million in fresh funding to pursue its unique approach to fusion power, which can currently fit on a table.
techcrunch.com
‘She Has a Presence’: The ‘Melania’ Superfans Who Turned Up for Opening Weekend
WIRED attended two documentary screening parties—one on each coast—for the First Lady’s film. What a time.
wired.com
How Data Brokers Can Fuel Violence Against Public Servants
A new report from the Public Service Alliance finds state privacy laws offer public servants few ways to protect their private data, even as threats against them are on the rise.
wired.com
Sources: Pistons' Duren joins dunk contest field
Pistons center Jalen Duren, a first-time All-Star, will participate in the NBA slam dunk contest at All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles, sources told ESPN.
espn.com
Palace criticised for 'messing' with McNeil mental health
Dwight McNeil's partner criticises Crystal Palace for "messing" with his mental health after the collapse of his transfer from Everton.
bbc.com
Rising Temperatures Are Taking a Toll on Sleep Health
As nights get hotter around the globe due to climate change, the prevalence of sleep apnea is expected to increase by as much as threefold.
wired.com
Syrian army enters Kurdish city of Hasakah as ceasefire takes hold
Syrian and Kurdish forces begin cooperation to stabilise northeastern Syria under a US-backed ceasefire agreement.
aljazeera.com
Winter Olympics 2026: Key info, GB medal hopes, world stars and more
All of the key information you need to know ahead of the 25th Winter Olympic Games in Italy.
skysports.com
Paris prosecutors raid France offices of Elon Musk's X
The Paris prosecutor says its cyber-crime unit is conducting a search of X's offices.
bbc.com
‘I was still black the next morning’: Halle Berry says Oscar win didn’t change her career
The actor says her historic 2002 best actress Oscar did not open doors in Hollywood, as studios remained wary of stories led by black performersHalle Berry, the only black woman to have won the bes...
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Artist Sarah Sze: ‘A work of art is finished when everything teeters’
Renowned mixed media artist discusses her new exhibition and how it speaks to her personal experience and a wider concept of technologyWith just 13 pieces – 11 art objects and two video installatio...
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This is How Hard It Will Be to Get Around Italy’s Winter Olympics
During the opening ceremony for the Tai di Cadore bypass on State Road 51.
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In Pictures: Sporting photos of the week
A selection of some of the most striking sports photographs taken around the world over the past seven days.
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Austerity hinders fight against wildfires in Argentina’s Patagonia
Criticism grows as Milei's austerity cuts have reduced Argentina's fire management budget despite wildfire crisis.
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‘It’s a fun cocktail!’: the Wooster Group’s head-spinning blend of high and low art
In wonderfully bewildering shows, New York’s venerable avant garde theatre company mash together everything from baroque opera to sci-fi B-movies. Their next trick? A seance-style tribute to an old...
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Minister denounces Mandelson for interview in which he claims outrage about his Epstein links ‘disproportionate’ – UK politics live
‘It is shameful. It does shame politics,’ said health minister Karin SmythGood morning. Keir Starmer tried to assuage public and political outrage about Lord Mandelson yesterday by saying that he w...
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Gold and silver prices soared, then plummeted. What’s going on?
Analysts see various factors at play for price swings, from Trump's unpredictability to distrust in economic systems.
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Frontier Crucible review – Armie Hammer makes cautious acting return in talky, slow-burn western
A cast of handsome dudes, some beautiful scenery and violence reminiscent of 2015’s Bone Tomahawk make this a watchable, if plodding, rideBased on the novel Desert Stake-Out by Harry Whittington, t...
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It’s the Hollywood sensation we’re all enjoying: cinema megastars lured to a TV screen near you | Fiona Sturges
The stars get big audiences and complex characters to develop. We’ve lucked out in this golden age of streaming shows, and so have theyShrinking, the TV series about Jason Segel’s Jimmy, a grieving...
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White River Crossing by Ian McGuire review – colonial greed drives a doomed hunt for gold
The author of The North Water vividly captures bleak beauty and brutish appetites on an 18th-century expedition into the frozen wilds of Canada It was Ian McGuire’s second novel, The North Water, l...
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'Aspinall will return from injury more dangerous than ever'
UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall will return from his eye injury the "most dangerous" fighter he has ever been, training partner Modestas Bukauskas believes.
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From Crimea to Cameroon: Ukraine’s minorities reflect on life during war
After almost four years of war, a sense of cohesion has grown.
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Team GB's Bruce Mouat on his LGBTQ journey in elite sport
Team GB curler Bruce Moat on "encouraging" other's to open up whilst representing the LGBTQ community as an elite athlete at his second Olympic games.
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'That looks terrifying' - Max Balegde meets GB's ice dance duo
Social media influencer Max Balegde gets onto the ice with GB's ice dance duo Lewis Gibson and Lilah Fear.
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Melo apparently unhappy with state of Cuse hoops
Syracuse alum Carmelo Anthony does not appear happy with the current state of the program, commenting "SMFH" under a highlight from Monday's loss to UNC.
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Hazlewood set to miss first half of T20 World Cup
Australia fast bowler Josh Hazlewood is unlikely to be involved in the first half of the T20 World Cup as he continues his recovery from injury.
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Stevenson claims No. 1 spot in new division
Shakur Stevenson is the top-ranked fighter in two divisions following a dominant win over Teofimo Lopez Jr. Here are the latest ESPN divisional rankings.
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The Sam Darnold story: Can Seahawks star crown comeback at Super Bowl?
Sam Darnold went to New York and lived to tell the tale. Lost like Macaulay, on hold to the Ghostbusters, risen like the Dark Knight.
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What impact might 'unprecedented' Six Nations schedule have?
Coaches may need to call on more players and there might be fewer underdog stories as a new Six Nations schedule is launched.
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Russia Resumes Attacks on Ukraine’s Energy System Ahead of Peace Talks
A resident and a police officer outside an apartment building hit by a Russian drone strike in Kyiv on Tuesday.
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Bubble Watch: Tracking which teams will make (or miss) the NCAA tournament
How are your team's chances to make the Big Dance shaping up in the final six weeks until Selection Sunday?
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West Ham sell Denton for club record fee to Bay FC
West Ham sell defender Anouk Denton for a club record fee of £200,000 to American side Bay FC.
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Five stars to trade for or trade away
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Michael Porter Jr. are three of the most commonly traded players right now in ESPN fantasy. If you deal them, here's who you should get in return...
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The art of the pregame outfit and the stylist behind the NFL's crossover with fashion
From pregame style to fashion week, NFL fashion editor Kyle Smith helps players level up their style.
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Inside James Franklin's rapid recruiting overhaul at Virginia Tech
In a sprint to the early signing period, Franklin gutted his former school and brought life to the Hokies.
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Record-breaking snow blankets Japan, killing at least 30 people
Japan deploys troops to help residents and warns people to watch for avalanches and snow falling from roofs.
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Late transfer flurry sets Wrexham up for run-in
Wrexham made numerous changes to their squad during the transfer window as they remain in pursuit of a play-off place in the Championship.
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Scorecard: England vs Australia in U19 World Cup semi-final
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Premier League desperation rankings: Judging all 20 teams by transfer panic
The winter transfer window: when teams make desperation moves to save their season. Which Premier League teams were most desperate this time?
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Sham review – Takashi Miike revisits infamous ‘murder teacher’ trial in unflinching courtroom drama
Based on a real-life case of a teacher charged with abusing a child, Japan’s master of the extreme doesn’t sit on the fence in this two-sided retellingTakashi Miike, Japan’s maestro of the extreme,...
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Starmer has little to offer voters of either right or left in Gorton and Denton. That’s why he’s facing a perfect storm | Owen Jones
The Greens are buoyant as Labour struggles. After shredding any semblance of a progressive agenda, fear of Reform is all the PM’s party has leftLabour’s soul is being laid bare in the Gorton and De...
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The Good Society by Kate Pickett review – the Spirit Level author takes stock
Is equality at the heart of our social problems? A whistle-stop tour of the greatest hits of progressive policyIf you’ve written a successful book based around one big idea, what do you make the ne...
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Can Alcaraz complete the calendar Grand Slam? 'He can become the GOAT'
"It's going to be a big challenge" - After winning his maiden Australian Open world No 1 Carlos Alcaraz is now targeting the calendar Grand Slam of all four majors in a single year? Sky Sports' Jon...
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'Don't be afraid of being different, it's your superpower'
As he begins his bid for Winter Olympic gold, curler Bruce Mouat writes a letter to his 10-year-old self for BBC Sport.
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TV tonight: Alice Roberts goes on a quest to find the holy grail
The professor attempts to solve the 2,000-year-old mystery of the legendary artefact. Plus: behind the bright lights of Las Vegas. Here’s what to watch this evening 9pm, Sky HistoryAlice Roberts, p...
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Trump and India Call Off Their Trade War, but the Terms of Peace Are Murky
Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India visited the White House last February, before bilateral relations between the country decayed.
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What might happen on WSL transfer deadline day?
The Women's Super League transfer window shuts on Tuesday - so what can we expect to happen on the final day of business?
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New catalyst turns carbon dioxide into clean fuel source
Researchers have found that manganese, an abundant and inexpensive metal, can be used to efficiently convert carbon dioxide into formate, a potential hydrogen source for fuel cells. The key was a c...
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Son of Norway's crown princess goes on trial in tense moment for royal family
Marius Borg Høiby is accused of 38 charges including four counts of rape in one of the biggest cases in Norway for years.
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Student loans: why is Martin Lewis clashing with Rachel Reeves?
MoneySavingExpert founder has said changes that will lead to some graduates in England and Wales paying more are ‘not moral’Graduates in England and Wales: share your views on student loan repaymen...
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Bridget Christie: Jacket Potato Pizza review – how menopause set the standup free
Bristol BeaconIf the comic’s political fervour is dialled down, there is much to enjoy in a show delivered with flair and 10-ton sarcasmInner peace and contentment are not always gifts to the comed...
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Can Fury become three-time heavyweight world champion?
A three-time world heavyweight champion has a hallowed place in the annals of boxing history. They are rare indeed and only the very best manage to reach that status. With Tyson Fury returning to t...
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Jobs, cash, loans: Can Bangladesh’s parties deliver on election promises?
From loans to scholarships for foreign studies, Bangladesh's main parties are wooing the youth. Will it work?
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Country diary: Succumbing to the serpent of shining green | Mark Cocker
Priestcliffe, Derbyshire: The limestone walls in this parish are festooned with luminous mosses, in a variety that’s often beyond our comprehensionThe word bryophyte refers to a group of plants tha...
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Riverford sales rise 6% as UK organics market enjoys biggest boom in two decades
Sector bounces back as consumers focus on provenance and healthy eating, but is still well behind EuropeConsumers searching for healthy food from trusted sources have fuelled the UK organic market’...
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Monsoons, mould … and a million visitors: welcome to Kerala’s ‘people’s biennale’
Work by almost 70 artists – including Marina Abramović – has made an art fair in Kochi one of the hottest tickets in south Asia. This sixth instalment uses farmers’ fields and patched-up buildings...
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Shock, awe, death, joy and looting: how the Guardian covered the outbreak of the Iraq war
In spring 2003, exuberance at the fall of Saddam was swiftly followed by a descent into deadly chaos. Whether moving independently or embedded with troops, Guardian reporters witnessed the violence...
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Silver’s runaway rally becomes ‘death trap’ for Reddit’s retail crowd
Meteoric rise — and thumping sell-off — has seen the volatile precious metal compared to a ‘meme stock’
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Virgin Media O2 owners to seal £2bn acquisition of UK broadband rival
Telefónica and Liberty Global are leading a takeover of Netomnia in a deal to close gap with BT’s Openreach
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Privatizing Fannie Mae is risky. Would it be a win for taxpayers or Trump's donors?
The idea has alarmed critics, who warn it could rattle financial markets and drive up mortgage rates, while potentially generating large profits for key Trump supporters.
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As some states try to show ICE the door, others throw out the welcome mat
After ICE federal agents killed two U.S. citizens in Minnesota, the divide between states on either side of the immigration enforcement debate is growing wider.
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N.Y. Gov. Kathy Hochul on law that would ban police from working formally with ICE
NPR's A Martinez speaks with New York Gov. Kathy Hochul about new legislation that would block police departments from collaborating formally with federal immigration authorities.
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'They're a rogue agency': NY Gov. Hochul seeks to ban local police from working with ICE
NPR's A Martinez speaks with New York Gov. Kathy Hochul about new legislation that would block police departments from collaborating formally with federal immigration authorities.
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Musk merges SpaceX and xAI firms, plans for space-based AI data centres
Musk says solar powered and space-based data centres are the only way to meet AI's burgeoning energy demands.
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Epstein files reveal Peter Mandelson supported campaign to undermine then-Australian PM Kevin Rudd’s mining super profits tax
Former UK Labour minister wrote ‘pressure needs to be maintained’ against Australian Labor’s proposed tax in email sent two weeks before Rudd was replaced as PMFollow our Australia news live blog f...
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Moscow confirms Russian forces helped repel ISIL attack on Niger airport
Moscow 'strongly condemns' attack on airport in the capital, Niamey, where 20 rebels were killed and 4 soldiers wounded.
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Scientists just mapped the hidden structure holding the Universe together
Astronomers have produced the most detailed map yet of dark matter, revealing the invisible framework that shaped the Universe long before stars and galaxies formed. Using powerful new observations...
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Transfer rumors, news: Could Cristiano Ronaldo return to Man United?
Interest in Cristiano Ronaldo is already heating up in Europe and MLS, with Manchester United linked. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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This brain discovery is forcing scientists to rethink how memory works
A new brain imaging study reveals that remembering facts and recalling life events activate nearly identical brain networks. Researchers expected clear differences but instead found strong overlap...
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'Go make a play': Peterson hits 2 late 3s in KU win
Darryn Peterson was happy to finally finish a game for No. 11 Kansas, and the Jayhawks certainly needed the standout freshman at the end against No. 13 Texas Tech.
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Clintons agree to testify in House Epstein investigation ahead of contempt of Congress vote
Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton agreed to testify in a House investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, but the Republican leading the pr...
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Clintons agree to testify on Epstein as vote looms to hold them in contempt of Congress
The couple bows to the House Oversight Committee's demands after arguing for months that its subpoenas were invalid.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,440
These are the key developments from day 1,440 of Russia’s war on Ukraine
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SpaceX to take over Elon Musk's AI firm
Musk's space exploration company and his AI start-up are merging.
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Fintech CEO and Forbes 30 Under 30 alum has been charged for alleged fraud
The startup CEO says she plans to publicly address the charges this week.
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Beijing condemns Dalai Lama’s Grammy win as ‘anti-China political manipulation’
Buddhist spiritual leader wins best audiobook and says he sees win ‘as a recognition of our shared universal responsibility’Bad Bunny and Kendrick Lamar win big in Grammys ceremony filled with anti...
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From Dorset to the world: wave of donations helps to secure Cerne giant’s home
Support from more than 20 countries propels National Trust to its target to protect chalk figure and local wildlifeIt feels like a very British monument: a huge chalk figure carved into a steep Dor...
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EU has 'open mind' on UK customs union debate, says commissioner
Valdis Dombrovskis says the EU is willing to engage with Britain amid mounting global uncertainty.