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UK ‘resolutely committed’ to its overseas territories, says foreign minister
Stephen Doughty’s remarks come as Argentina vows to gain ‘full sovereignty’ of Falkland Islands. The UK is “resolutely committed” to all of its overseas territories, the responsible foreign ...4 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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Japan’s Yutaka Take rides again in search of Arc triumph on Al Riffa
The 55-year-old jockey has a chance to delight Japanese fans at Longchamp with a first Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe victory. The most unforgettable runnings of the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe tend to be ...7 hours ago - Japan -
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British food firms lobbied to defer £1.7bn plastic packaging tax, documents reveal
New scheme to improve recycling rates and tackle pollution was pushed back by Tories after industry complaints. Lobbyists for Britain’s biggest food brands successfully pushed for a £1.7bn ...9 hours ago -
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AP PHOTOS: In their 80s, these South Korean women learned reading and rap
CHILGOK, South Korea (AP) — Wearing an oversized bucket hat, silver chains and a black Miu Miu shirt, 82-year-old Park Jeom-sun gesticulates, her voice rising and falling with staccato lines ...10 hours ago -
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Iranian foreign minister calls for ceasefires in Lebanon, Gaza
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UK workers’ right reforms not expected until 2026
Plans to pass a ‘make work pay’ package may take years to take effect, warn those close to government talks18 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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The search for Japan’s ‘lost’ art
A museum closure has shone a light on the vast collections acquired during the bubble years — and warned companies that change is coming18 hours ago - Japan -
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What We Learned From a Dramatic M.L.B. Wild-Card Round
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What College Football Can Learn From the Matthew Sluka N.I.L. Saga
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Iranian foreign minister vows harsh retaliation if Israel strikes Iran
President Biden says he "doesn't know" whether Israel is holding up a peace deal to influence the U.S. elections. But in the meantime, the fighting rages on against Hamas to the south and Hezbollah ...22 hours ago - Iran -
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Iranian foreign minister vows harsh retaliation if Israel strikes Iran
President Biden says he "doesn't know" whether Israel is holding up a peace deal to influence the U.S. elections. But in the meantime, the fighting rages on against Hamas to the south and Hezbollah ...22 hours ago - Iran -
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Iran’s Foreign Minister Conveys Support for Joint Cease-Fire in Lebanon and Gaza
Iran’s top diplomat appeared eager to convey Iran’s readiness to support a joint cease-fire in Lebanon and in Gaza — even as Iran’s supreme leader at home expressed readiness to fight Israel.Yesterday -
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Activist firm Mantle Ridge has $1 billion-plus stake in Air Products
Air Products shares are badly underperforming the S&P 500 for a second straight year, and the company has suffered from leadership upheaval.Yesterday -
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What I Learned About Bananas is Bananas
The port strike might be over for now, but there was never a need for the banana panic that came out of it. America’s favorite fruit was weeks away from disappearing from grocery store shelves.Yesterday -
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Port worker strike threatens technological progress
The ongoing strike by 47,000 International Longshoremen's Association members is threatening the global supply chain and technological progress, as the union is demanding a halt to port automation.Yesterday -
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Kamala Harris should embrace her biracial heritage as a campaign strategy
Kamala Harris’s candidacy is historic: she should openly define herself as the first Indian American and Black woman to seek our nation’s highest office.Yesterday - Kamala Harris -
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Diplomacy isn’t enough: Ordinary Israelis and Palestinians must embrace peace
No outcome will be tenable if diplomatic efforts do not address the structural entrenchment of Israeli and Palestinian narratives (in plural) in their respective communities.Yesterday - Israel -
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Washington Wizards' Jared Butler overcomes his fear and learns to swim
While preparing for the upcoming NBA season, Washington Wizards' Jared Butler is tackling a personal goal off the court—learning to swim.Yesterday -
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Why one foreigner expects the U.S. to reclaim its stock-market dominance
Wall Street has lagged many of its peers in recent months. But that should change.Yesterday -
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Falcons' Kirk Cousins says he's fully recovered from Achilles injury, embraces being a pocket QB
Cousins displayed any doubts about his health with a 500-yard performance Thursday nightYesterday - NFL -
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Iranian foreign minister in Beirut for talks
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Brazil rolls out minimum tax on profits of multinational firms
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Some Republicans embrace ‘pro-choice’ label, infuriating Democrats
A few Republicans running for competitive or Democratic-leaning congressional seats are adopting and reviving a label that was nearly extinct in their party: pro-choice. The terminology marks some ...Yesterday - Republican Party -
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Japan Firms Unite to Cut Methane Emissions from LNG Supply
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European shipping firm shares drop as dockworkers temporarily end U.S. port strikes
Europe’s top shipping firms would have benefited from a more prolonged strike in U.S. ports that would have let them capture a larger share of global tradeYesterday -
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Japan’s new PM pledges to tackle deflation in first policy speech
Shigeru Ishiba faces divided ruling party, low approval ratings and volatile financial markets ahead of snap electionYesterday - Japan -
Tech - ABC News
Collapse of national security elites' cyber firm leaves bitter wake
IronNet, a cybersecurity startup, had promised it would combat hackers using a unique blend of expertise and softwareYesterday -
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Japan’s Ishiba Orders Economic Package as Election Looms
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Top Justice Dept. official warns of "onslaught" of foreign election interference
In an interview with CBS News, the head of the Department of Justice's National Security Division said the U.S. is facing a multi-pronged offensive from Russia, Iran and China.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Port workers reach tentative agreement to end strike
The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) union and the U.S. Maritime Alliance (USMX), an association of companies that operate East and Gulf Coast ports, reached a tentative agreement ...Yesterday -
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Top Justice Dept. official warns of "onslaught" of foreign election interference
In an interview with CBS News, the head of the Department of Justice's National Security Division said the U.S. is facing a multi-pronged offensive from Russia, Iran and China.Yesterday -
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The First Quarter of the N.F.L. Season Is Over. Here’s What We’ve Learned.
Our expert picks the biggest surprise, the unluckiest team and the coach most likely to be fired.2 days ago - NFL -
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Amazon Plans to Hire 250,000 Seasonal Holiday Workers
Amazon’s hiring plans remain flat from last year, but still outpace competitor Target, which will tack on 100,000 seasonal workers.2 days ago - Amazon -
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Miami Dolphins close to becoming first NFL team to sell stake to private-equity firm
Ares Management and Alibaba chair Joe Tsai are reportedly in talks to buy minority stakes in the team.2 days ago - NFL -
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CNBC's Inside India newsletter: The 'sticky' outsourcing firms on the rise
Inside India looks at the growing trend in outsourcing research and development to India, and how India will fabricate its first microchip in two years.2 days ago - India -
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CRV, a Venture Capital Firm, Will Return Money to Investors
CRV, based in Silicon Valley, plans to return to investors $275 million because the market for mature start-ups has soured.3 days ago -
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Titan Sub Hearing: What We’ve Learned So Far
Contrary to public reports last year, the passengers probably had no idea that the vessel was about to implode.September 27
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