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Museum employee charged after suspected car bomb intercepted near Irish border
A Dublin museum employee has been arrested and charged with possession of explosives following the interception of a suspected car bomb near the Irish border.
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Tourist Plane Crash Kills 13 in Peru
A small tourist plane crashed over the Nazca Lines archaeological site, killing all 13 people on board.
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California Governor Newsom Announces Minimum Wage Increase to $17.40
California's governor, Gavin Newsom, has announced a minimum wage increase of $17.40 per hour, the highest in the United States, effective from January 1st.
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Fighting Rekindles in Tigray as Ethiopia and TPLF Exchange Blame
Clashes near Sheraro have reignited tensions between Ethiopia and the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF), threatening to undermine a 2022 peace agreement.
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French Wildfire Threatens Bordeaux Amid Evacuations and Volunteer Efforts
Residents in Bordeaux, France are fighting to contain a wildfire that has been burning for over a week, with civilians playing a crucial role alongside professional firefighters.
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Israeli Forces Conduct Operations in Southern Syria and Lebanon
Israeli forces have conducted operations, including detaining residents and demolishing homes in southern Syria, as well as reportedly killing Hezbollah members on a strategic hilltop in Lebanon.
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Nirmal Purja Among Missing Climbers Found Dead After Avalanche
Mountaineer Nirmal Purja, a former British special forces soldier and world-renowned climber, is among those missing after an avalanche on Pakistan's Broad Peak mountain.
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Religious leaders call for unity amid immigration tensions
Religious leaders are urging calm and compassion in the face of rising immigration concerns, emphasizing the need for unity and understanding.
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HHS Considering Proposed Table for COVID-19 Vaccine Injuries
Health and Human Services is considering a proposed table listing conditions presumed to result from COVID vaccines, according to recent news reports.
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UNESCO Adds 25 New World Heritage Sites, Including Mount Olympus and D-Day Beaches
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has added 25 new sites to its list of World Heritage Sites.
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Sites in Iran, Lebanon and Palestine Added to UNESCO World Heritage List Amid Emergency Procedures
Three newly inscribed sites from Iran, Lebanon, and Palestine are now part of the World Heritage List under emergency procedures due to potential threats.
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Amsterdam Celebrates Pride with Boats Parade
Costumed participants danced and waved from a colorful flotilla of 80 decorated vessels during the city's Pride boat parade.
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Climate Change Threatens UNESCO Heritage Site in the Philippines
The Ifugao people struggle to protect their rice terraces from climate change-induced extreme weather, highlighting a growing concern for heritage sites globally.
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Trump Administration to Drop Reflecting Pool Charges Against David Hearn
The US Attorney Jeanine Pirro, a Trump appointee, has acknowledged that the charges against David Hearn were due to 'botched installation' rather than vandalism.
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US Reporter Blumenthal Faces Threats After Being Targeted by Trump Ally Loomer
A reporter from The Guardian, Max Blumenthal, faced threats after being targeted online by a Trump ally, Laura Loomer.
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Israeli Crackdown in West Bank Intensifies Amid Settler Violence and Protests
Israel intensifies its crackdown on the occupied West Bank amid settler violence, protests, and ongoing clashes.
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Mark Gongloff: The US is facing a potential environmental disaster similar to the Dust Bowl of the 1930s
Columnist Mark Gongloff warns that current climate and agricultural policies could lead to another Dust Bowl, comparing modern challenges to human folly and natural events.
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Children Run Marathon to Highlight Gaza’s Orphan Crisis
Al Jazeera reports on a marathon run by children in Gaza aimed at drawing attention to the growing number of orphans and humanitarian challenges.
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Europe, France, and Venezuela Experience Excess Deaths Amid Heatwaves
Multiple regions have reported excess deaths due to heatwaves, with France, Venezuela, and Europe experiencing particularly high death tolls.
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Trump Vows to Continue Controversial Slush Fund Amid Todd Blanche Nomination Standoff
President Trump has vowed to continue a controversial $1.8 billion slush fund, despite opposition from Senate Republicans and stalled nomination of his former personal lawyer for attorney general.
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At least Nine People Killed in Russian Missile Attacks on Kyiv
Multiple news outlets report at least nine casualties from Russian missile strikes in the Ukrainian capital, with conflicting details about exact numbers and timing.
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How a Utah novelty became a US drink trend
This article explores how a customisable soda trend in Utah evolved into a nationwide phenomenon, driven by social media and affordable spaces.
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Iraq’s New Premier Faces Challenges Amid US-Iran Conflict
The appointment of Ali Al-Zaidi as Iraq's new premier comes amid ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran, presenting significant challenges for his government.
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Trump Offers Early Access to Truth Social Posts for Up to $100,000 Per Month
Donald Trump's online platform, Truth Social, is now allowing users to access his posts and those of other high-profile accounts before they are publicly available.
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Second Day of Public Funeral for Iran's Supreme Leader in Tehran
Mourners gather in Tehran ahead of a massive funeral procession for the recently deceased Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
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US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: Qatar Denies Trump Envoy Meeting with Tehran Amid Peace Talks Setback
Qatar has denied plans for a high-level meeting between the United States and Iran, as peace talks face fresh setbacks amid rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Ukraine and Nine Other Countries Form Coalition to Protect Europe from Ballistic Missiles
Nine countries, including Ukraine, have formed a coalition to protect Europe from ballistic missiles, leveraging Ukraine's experience in defending against Russian aggression.
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Turkiye and Iraq Sign One-Year Oil Pipeline Deal Amid Global Shift
Al Jazeera reports on a renewed agreement between Turkey and Iraq to transport crude oil through their shared pipeline for one year.
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Iran's War: Decades of Rivalries and Miscalculations Shape a Dangerous Conflict
This article explores the historical context that has led to today’s dangerous war between Iran and its adversaries.
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Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Surpasses 3,000 Cases with Rising Death Toll
The Democratic Republic of Congo is experiencing the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in history, surpassing 3,000 confirmed cases and resulting in over 1,500 deaths.
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