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Cambodian archaeologists discover a dozen centuries-old sandstone statues at Angkor UNESCO site
Archaeologists in Cambodia have unearthed a dozen centuries-old sandstone statues in a “remarkable discovery” at the Angkor World Heritage Site near the city of Siem ReapEntertainment - ABC News - 5 hours ago -
Last chance to see 'comet of the century' for 80,000 years
Comet A3 was bright in the Monday evening sky and could be visible again on Tuesday - cloud permitting.Top stories - BBC News - October 15 -
England stunned by spin after Duckett century
Pakistan’s spinners rip through the England middle order to turn the second Test on its head on the second day in Multan.Top stories - BBC News - October 16 -
Sick of the 21st Century? These Artists Revive the 18th.
Copycat classicism is here. Literary re-enactments by the photographer Stan Douglas — and a wave of other remixers — are creating new types of art around Black history.Top stories - The New York Times - October 18 -
18th-Century Perfume Bottles Come Up for Auction
The 100-piece collection has been praised for its size, variety and representation of all major European porcelain makers of the era.Lifestyle - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
Shakeel puts Pakistan in charge of deciding Test
A masterful century from Pakistan’s Saud Shakeel and late wickets from the spinners put England in huge danger after two days of the deciding Test in Rawalpindi.Top stories - BBC News - 5 days ago -
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Hereditary nobles have sat in Britain's Parliament for centuries. Their time may be up
British lawmakers are voting on a bill to strip hereditary aristocrats of the right to sit and vote in the House of Lords after more than 700 yearsWorld - ABC News - October 15 -
"Mornings Memory": Late CBS News reporter sampled century-old champagne
The late Tom Fenton, who was a reporter with CBS News, was assigned to a story on century-old bottles of champagne that were found at the bottom of the ocean. Fenton, who died in July, even had the ...Top stories - CBS News - October 21 -
Tokyo Metro Shares Soar in First Day of Trading for Century-Old Subway
Tokyo Metro had raised over $2 billion in one of Japan’s largest initial public offerings in years.Business - The New York Times - October 23 -
Lost for centuries, Silk Road cities are revealed by drone technology
Archeologists have uncovered stunning details of two long-lost medieval cities that once thrived along the ancient Silk Road in Central Asia.Top stories - NBC News - 6 days ago -
AM radio is seeking a lifeline after a century of storied history
For more than a century, AM radio has amassed a rich and storied history. That history includes Beatlemania, fireside chats with President Franklin D. Roosevelt and the Super Bowl. Now, in a world ...Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago -
Watch Saka's best Premier League goals as he reaches half-century
Watch a selection of Bukayo Saka's best Premier League goals after the Arsenal forward's strike against Liverpool brought up his half-century in the top flight.Top stories - BBC News - 2 days ago -
Skeletal remains in a castle well lend credence to a centuries-old Norse saga
Scientists have connected 800-year-old skeletal remains found in a well at Norway’s Sverresborg castle to a mysterious figure mentioned in a medieval Norse saga, using advanced DNA analysis.Top stories - NBC News - 2 days ago -
Dozens sickened in E. coli outbreak
The CDC said almost 50 people were sickened with E.coli in 10 states after reporting they ate at McDonald's. One person in Colorado died. McDonald's says it believes slivered onions used in the ...Top stories - NBC News - October 22 -
Dozens injured in Hezbollah drone strike on Israel
More than 60 people were injured in a drone strike in northern Israel, with Hezbollah saying it targeted a military camp in retaliation for Israeli strikes on Beirut last week. The strike came as ...Top stories - CBS News - October 13 -
Sara Sharif had more than 70 injuries, court hears
Sara,10, had more than 70 new external injuries, along with internal injuries and older wounds.Top stories - BBC News - October 16 -
Dozens reported dead in Israeli strike in Gaza, as Biden says end to war 'hard to achieve'
Hamas-run authorities say 20 women are among at least 33 dead in Jabalia refugee camp.Top stories - BBC News - October 19 -
Dozens Of Cool Lego Sets Are On Sale At Target This Week
If you're looking for something fun to do on cold autumn and winter nights that doesn't involve a screen, dozens of Lego sets are on sale at Target right now. Building sets based on Batman, ...Tech - GameSpot - October 21 -
Floods in Spain’s Valencia Region Kill Dozens
Over 1,000 soldiers from Spain’s emergency response units were deployed to the devastated areas in the eastern part of the country.World - The New York Times - 10 hours ago -
Flash flooding in Spain leaves dozens dead
Spanish authorities say dozens of people have died in flash flooding that is the worst natural disaster to hit the European nation in recent memory.Top stories - CBS News - 7 hours ago -
Flash Floods in Spain Kill Dozens: What to Know
Dozens of people were killed after the downpour, which some residents said was the worst they had ever witnessed.Top stories - The New York Times - 32 minutes ago -
‘People are complex’: Maria Bakalova on Donald Trump – and playing Ivana in The Apprentice
Her breakout role in the Borat sequel grabbed attention after a scene with Rudy Giuliani on a bed. Now she’s playing Trump’s ex-wife in a controversial biopic – but insists it’s not a political ...World - The Guardian - October 14 -
‘People did not go quietly’: divers explore wreck of 18th-century slave ship where mutiny took place
Black archaeologists join team investigating off the coast of Mozambique as part of global project to identify and tell stories of wrecked ships involved in transatlantic slave trade. Celso Simbine ...World - The Guardian - October 16 -
U.K. treasure hunters make millions off silver coins dated to 11th century
2,584 silver pennies dating from the Norman Conquest is Britain’s most valuable treasure find ever at over $5 million.Top stories - NBC News - October 23 -
Democracy won the 20th century. But has its success bred lethal complacency in the 21st? | Paul Ham
We never know who is going to rule but the beauty of democracy is that we know we can always get rid of them. So why wouldn’t we fight like blazes to preserve it?. Before he faced the crowd to ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
Dozens of islanders locked up as grim history continues for Annobón
People who wrote protest letter to Equatorial Guinea authorities latest to feel wrath of draconian regime. Earlier this year, residents of the small island of Annobón began noticing withering ...World - The Guardian - October 14 -
Deadly Hezbollah Strike Shows Growing Threat Posed by Drones
The attack by Hezbollah highlights a weak spot in Israel’s vaunted air defense system that military officials say is hard to counter.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 14 -
At least 4 Israeli soldiers killed, dozens wounded in Hezbollah drone attack
A drone attack by Hezbollah hit the dining hall of an Israeli military base, killing at least four soldiers and wounding dozens of others. The base is used to train the Israeli military's recruits. ...Top stories - CBS News - October 14 -
Dozens still missing in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene
Nearly three weeks after Hurricane Helene brought torrential rain and flooding to North Carolina, at least 92 people are still missing in the state. Janet Shamlian spoke with several people still ...Top stories - CBS News - October 15 -
Israel Said It Was Aiming at Hezbollah. Its Strike Also Killed Dozens of Civilians.
At least 45 were killed and 70 wounded in the late September strike on a crowded apartment building near Sidon.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 17 -
Israel says Yahya Sinwar, top Hamas leader in Gaza, possibly killed
Israeli military says troops may have killed Hamas' senior leader in Gaza, as a separate strike targets "dozens of terrorists" allegedly holed up in a school.Top stories - CBS News - October 17 -
Dozens killed in Israeli airstrike on school used as shelter in Gaza City
Death toll of at least 28 reportedly includes doctors and children at site IDF said was used by Islamic Jihad members . Middle East crisis: live updates At least 28 people have been killed in ...World - The Guardian - October 17 -
More than 100 people killed in latest Israeli bombings in Gaza, say medics
UN special coordinator says ‘nightmare in Gaza is intensifying’ and calls for immediate end to violence. Middle East crisis – live updates At least 87 people have been killed or are missing ...World - The Guardian - October 20 -
Israeli air strikes kill dozens in northern Gaza, health officials say
Women and children among dead in Beit Lahia as IDF continues offensive after killing Hamas leaderBusiness - Financial Times - October 20 -
Dozens Killed or Missing After Israeli Airstrike in Northern Gaza, Officials Say
The Israeli military renewed an offensive there earlier this month, saying it was trying to eliminate a regrouped Hamas presence in the area.World - The New York Times - October 20 -
Israel launched a dozen attacks on UN troops in Lebanon, says leaked report
Confidential document says 15 peacekeepers injured by white phosphorusBusiness - Financial Times - October 23 -
Dozen Labour MPs join call for 'extreme wealth' tax
The MPs want Rachel Reeves to bring in a 2% tax on assets over £10m, which they claim could raise £24bn per year.Top stories - BBC News - October 22