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Thousands pay respects to renowned Albanian writer Ismail Kadare at his state funeral
Thousands of people have paid their last respects to Ismail Kadare in a state funeral in Tirana Wednesday, with a minute’s silence held nationwide in memory of the renowned Albanian novelist and poet who died earlier this week -
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Thousands pay their respects to renowned Albanian writer Ismail Kadare at his state funeral
Thousands of people have paid their last respects to Ismail Kadare in a state funeral in Tirana Wednesday, with a minute’s silence held nationwide in memory of the renowned Albanian novelist and poet who died earlier this week -
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Chennedy Carter scores 33, Angel Reese extends double-double streak to 12 as Sky beat Storm 88-84
Chennedy Carter scored a season-high 33 points and rookie Angel Reese extended her WNBA single-season record for consecutive double-doubles to 12 to help the Chicago sky beat the Seattle Storm 88-84 -
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Who Died in the Tulsa Race Massacre?
After more than a century, researchers hope to finally identify the victims of one of the worst racial attacks in American history. -
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Renowned Nazi hunter in France advises Jews to choose far right over far left in elections
France’s renowned Nazi hunter Serge Klarsfeld is advising voters in Sunday’s parliamentary elections that if they’re faced with a duel between Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally and a far-left competitor, they should choose the far right -
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Chinatown and Mission: Impossible screenwriter Robert Towne dies
The Oscar-winning writer penned the scripts for films like Chinatown and Mission: Impossible. -
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Drege, 25, dies after Tour of Austria accident
Norwegian cyclist Andre Drege dies following an accident during the Tour of Austria on Saturday. -
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Jon Landau, "Titanic" and "Avatar" producer, dies at 63
He worked with director James Cameron on the"Titanic" and the "Avatar" series -
The New York Times - Top stories
The Wide, Wide World of Judy Chicago
The 84-year-old American is perhaps best known for her groundbreaking feminist installation “The Dinner Party,” but she is an artist with a formidable range. -
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The race to save the world's oldest mummies
The mummies of Chile are the oldest in the world, but time, human development and climate change all pose a threat to the ancient relics. In Northern Chile, efforts are underway to preserve the remains. -
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A third Japanese climber has died on a mountain in Pakistan in less than a month
A Japanese climber has died while descending one of the highest mountains in northern Pakistan, the third death of a Japanese on the mountain in less than a month -
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Suspect with gun dies after shootout with Yellowstone National Park rangers
A person with a gun who authorities say was making threats in Yellowstone National Park died after a shootout with park rangers, officials said in a statement. -
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Audrey Flack, Creator of Vibrant Photorealist Art, Dies at 93
She painted and sculpted, but she was best known for her oversized still lifes, painted from photographs and crowded with color and detail. -
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Dehydrated coyote pup dies after it was rescued by California firefighters
An animal rescue center says a dehydrated coyote pup rescued by California firefighters has diedCalifornia -
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Great British Bake Off's Dawn Hollyoak dies aged 61
Show judge Paul Hollywood sent his love to Ms Hollyoak's family, describing her as a "lovely lady". -
The New York Times - World
Wayne S. Smith, a Leading Critic of the Embargo on Cuba, Dies at 91
A former State Department official, he resigned in protest in 1982 over Cuba policy, then spent decades trying to rebuild relations with the island nation. -
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Minnesota Vikings rookie Khyree Jackson dies in Maryland car crash
Minnesota Vikings rookie Khyree Jackson died early Saturday morning in a car accident in Maryland.NFL -
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Vic Seixas, Winner of 15 Grand Slam Tennis Titles, Dies at 100
Once declared “the face of American tennis,” he was ranked among the leading players in the United States from the 1940s to the ’60s. -
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Judy Belushi-Pisano, actress and widow of John Belushi, dies at 73
Judy Belushi Pisano, actress and producer who worked in "The Blues Brothers" and "National Lampoon's Animal House" and was also the widow of comedian John Belushi, has died. -
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Jon Landau, Oscar-winning 'Titanic' and 'Avatar' producer, dies at 63
Jon Landau, an Oscar-winning producer who worked closely with director James Cameron on “Titanic” and the “Avatar” series, has died -
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Hurricane Beryl: Record-breaking sign of warming world
Beryl is the earliest category five Atlantic hurricane on record, fuelled by exceptional sea warmth. -
Inc. - Business
E.l.f. Cosmetics Is Selling Real-World Products on Roblox
The beauty brand is one of many engaging with the video game platform--but its new expansion brings it into new e-commerce territory. -
The Guardian - World
Revolution in the air: how laughing gas changed the world
Since its discovery in the 18th century, nitrous oxide has gone from vaudeville gimmick to pioneering anaesthetic to modern party drug. Playing rugby one day, I mistimed a tackle and dislocated one of my fingers. I felt a stab of pain and sat in ... -
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Dare to bare: 24 of the world's best nude beaches
From big-city bays to secluded shores, there are hundreds of beaches where you can legally frolic while naked. If you're so inclined, strip off that bathing suit and enjoy 24 of the best nude beaches around the world. -
The Hill - Politics
A strong free world needs stronger alliances
Trade among allies makes the free world stronger. -
Financial Times - World
How the investment world is trying to navigate geopolitics
An industry that has been hoovering up mathematicians to devise new trading strategies is now leaning on political scientists for guidance -
The Guardian - World
David Sedaris is an icon of indignation in a world that keeps on irking
The American humorist delighted the Royal Festival Hall with characteristically disgruntled slices of life – including a brush with cancel culture. In years to come, I can tell the grandkids I was at the Royal Festival Hall the night Keir Starmer ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
'Alexander at the End of the World' Review: Empire in the East
With the conquest of Asia, Alexander added pomp to cruelty. His was a multicultural royal court. -
VentureBeat - Tech
These 27 brands are sponsoring the 2024 Esports World Cup
Earlier this week, the Inaugural 2024 Esports World Cup took the global stage. The mega event taking place in Saudi Arabia features tournaments for 22 titles across PC, console and mobile and over $60 million in prizes up for grabs. Given the ...World Cup -
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Langer bids farewell to DP World Tour
Bernhard Langer says he "lived the dream" after his 50-year association with the DP World Tour came to an end at the BMW International Open. -
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Archaeologists in Chile race to preserve world's oldest mummies
Human development and climate change are putting the world's oldest mummies at risk. -
The New York Times - Health
V. Craig Jordan, Who Discovered a Key Breast Cancer Drug, Dies at 76
He found that a failed contraceptive, tamoxifen, could block the growth of cancer cells, opening up a whole new class of treatment. -
ABC News - World
Special adviser to Syrian President Assad dies following car crash under unclear circumstances
Syrian President Bashar Assad's office says a close adviser to Assad has died following a car accident that left her hospitalized for four days -
CBS Sports - Sports
Vikings fourth-round draft pick Khyree Jackson dies in car accident at 24
Oregon's Jackson was selected in the fourth round of the 2024 NFL Draft in AprilNFL -
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Vikings rookie CB Jackson dies in car accident; here's what we know
Khyree Jackson, a 2024 fourth-round pick out of Oregon who was making a big impression at minicamps and OTAs, died in an automobile accident overnight.NFL -
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4 killed in shooting during party at a Kentucky home; suspect died after a vehicle chase, police say
Police found seven shooting victims when they arrived at the home. -
ABC News - Entertainment
Jon Landau, Oscar-winning 'Titanic' and 'Avatar' producer who worked closely with director James Cameron, dies at 63
Jon Landau, Oscar-winning 'Titanic' and 'Avatar' producer who worked closely with director James Cameron, dies at 63 -
ESPN - Sports
Will veterans like Ronaldo, Lewandowski and Co. be at the 2026 World Cup?
Some of the stars of Euro 2024 are reaching the twilight of their careers. Time is running out, but will they stick around for the next World Cup. -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
World No. 8 Patrick Cantlay withdraws from John Deere Classic
Cantlay was scheduled to make his tournament debut this week in Silvis, Illinois.