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Russian prosecutors seek 7-year sentence for US man accused of fighting for Ukraine
Russian prosecutors have asked for a seven-year sentence in the trial of a U.S. citizen accused of fighting as a mercenary in Ukraine against Russia, Russian news agencies reported Saturday3 minutes ago - Ukraine -
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After the storm, North Carolina faces daunting task of housing survivors left homeless
A week after Hurricane Helene ravaged western North Carolina, emergency planners face another daunting challenge: where and how to shelter residents.2 hours ago -
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Squeezed out: last accordion maker in France to close shop after 105 years
Maugein owner blames competition from China and Covid pandemic for firm’s demise, but former French president says there is hope. Its distinctive sound has provided the soundtrack for some of ...7 hours ago -
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Trump Set to Return to Butler, Pa., Site of Assassination Attempt
At a time of increased security risks, the former president has urged thousands of supporters to return with him to the place a gunman tried to take his life.12 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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Dow closes at record high after blow-out jobs report
Stocks advanced on Friday after an expectation-defying jobs report gave investors confidence around the health of the economy.14 hours ago -
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Oil prices log biggest weekly rise in almost 2 years as Middle East tensions mount
Brent crude up almost 10% amid speculation of Israeli or Iranian strikes on energy infrastructure15 hours ago -
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Francona returns to manage Reds on 3-year deal
Terry Francona is coming out of retirement to manage Cincinnati, with the Reds announcing that they have agreed to a three-year contract with a club option for a fourth season.16 hours ago -
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Diarra verdict a landmark day which could alter balance of football power | Paul MacInnes
There may not be wholesale reform but ruling by court of justice of the EU over transfers makes change more likely. It feels as if we have been waiting for ever for another legal ruling that would ...17 hours ago -
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Dollar strengthens after US beats forecasts with 254,000 new jobs in September – as it happened
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news. US adds over 250,000 jobs in September, defying fears of slowdown The pound jumped as traders reacted to Huw Pill’s call for a ...20 hours ago -
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Garth Brooks returns to stage after denying rape allegations by former employee
Garth Brooks vehemently denied sexual assault allegations made by a former employee in a lawsuit and returned to the stage Thursday: 'I really needed this.'20 hours ago -
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Keir Starmer defends Chagos Islands deal after Boris Johnson accuses Labour of ‘sheer political correctness’ – UK politics live
PM says deal ensures continuation of UK-US military base on the islands and has been welcomed with ‘warm words’ by US. Jonathan Powell, who was leading negotiations for the new government with ...20 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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Meta enters AI video wars with powerful Movie Gen set to hit Instagram in 2025
It can make both video and audio from text prompts, and allow users to customize their own videos, adding special effects, props, costumes.21 hours ago -
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Cincinnati Reds hire Terry Francona as manager a year after he left Cleveland, AP source says
Terry Francona has been hired to manage the Cincinnati Reds, returning to the major leagues a year after he stepped down in Cleveland because of health reasons21 hours ago -
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Labour’s Budget: how will the UK secure economic growth?
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Israel was told ‘you are not alone’ – but year of war has left it isolated
For many Israelis, the shedding of support since 7 October attack has revived a belief that they cannot rely on others. Israel’s first prime minister, David Ben-Gurion, famously said: “Our future ...Yesterday - Israel -
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Jumbo loans show risk returning to UK mortgage market
New mortgage deals on offer should prompt warinessYesterday - United Kingdom -
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Dockworkers on East and Gulf Coast to return to work after reaching agreement on wages
Thousands of dockworkers on the East Coast and Gulf Coast will return to work after reaching a tentative agreement on wages, ending one of the biggest work stoppages in decades.Yesterday -
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Former Singapore minister is jailed for a year for receiving gifts in landmark case
A Singapore court sentenced a former minister to 12 months in prison in the first jailing of a former cabinet member in a city-state known for clean governance.Yesterday -
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Former Colorado county clerk sentenced to 9 years for election tampering
The Republican county clerk was convicted for giving a person affiliated with MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell, an ally of former President Trump, access to election software.Yesterday -
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XRP slides 9% after SEC appeals decision in landmark Ripple case
The SEC Wednesday filed to appeal a 2023 court ruling that XRP is not considered a security when sold to retail investors on exchanges.Yesterday -
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Republican former election clerk jailed for nine years over voter interference
Tina Peters, who was lauded by election deniers, convicted over scheme inspired by false claims about 2020 result. A local elections official who became a hero to election deniers was sentenced to ...Yesterday -
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Election-denying ex-county clerk sentenced to 9 years for tampering with election equipment
Tina Peters, a former Colorado county clerk who promoted 2020 election conspiracy theories, was sentenced in connection with a security breach of Mesa County’s voting system.Yesterday -
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Alabama determined not to trip up at Vanderbilt after returning to No. 1
The Alabama Crimson Tide have lots of experience being ranked No. 1 and staying focused on what matters mostYesterday -
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'Rust' film starring Alec Baldwin to premiere next month, 3 years after fatal set shooting
The film “Rust” will make its world premiere next month, three years after the set shooting that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and blanketed the production in scandal and legal troubles.Yesterday -
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Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite set for layoff after injuring thigh in training
Defender could be out until after the international break Branthwaite had only just returned after groin surgery Everton could be without influential defender Jarrad Branthwaite until after the ...Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Britain to return Chagos Islands to Mauritius ending years of dispute
Agreement to hand back UK’s last African colony follows 13 rounds of negotiations and international pressure. The UK has agreed to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, ending years of bitter ...Yesterday -
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UK hands back Chagos Islands - but will keep military base
In a historic move, the UK gives up sovereignty of a strategic group of islands to Mauritius - after decades of often fractious negotiations.Yesterday - United Kingdom -
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Pro-choice Catholics protest at Vatican after abortion left off summit agenda
Quilt featuring stories of Catholic women who have had terminations unfurled outside event hosted by the Pope. A vibrantly coloured, 15-metre-long quilt woven with stories of Catholic women who ...Yesterday - Abortion -
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Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' to debut at Camerimage Festival three years after on-set death
Alec Baldwin's film "Rust" is set to make its world premiere at Camerimage Festival in November, three years after a fatal shooting on set.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Tories challenge other Labour ministers to follow Keir Starmer in paying back donations – UK politics live
The prime minister said he’d paid back £6,000 worth of gifts and hospitality, including Taylor Swift tickets and his wife’s rented clothing. In its the news release about the agreement to return ...2 days ago - United Kingdom -
Business - Financial Times
Labour donor expects honour after backing party, wife claims
Lawyers for Kate Vince tell court that Dale Vince is trying to finalise divorce in ‘haste’ to prevent her acquiring title2 days ago