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Souleymane Cissé, Celebrated Malian Filmmaker, Dies at 84
He won multiple awards during his 50-year career, including the jury prize at the Cannes Film Festival, and spent his life championing African cinema.The New York Times - 2d -
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Carlos Diegues, Filmmaker Who Celebrated Brazil’s Diversity, Dies at 84
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‘Exploited’ migrant farm workers in UK paid for picks, not hours
Call for investigation into unfair payment for labourers on seasonal visa scheme . When 26-year-old Ben* boarded a flight in Uzbekistan in June, he was looking forward to more than just a summer ...The Guardian - 19h -
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Heavyweight Daniel Dubois' world title defence against Joseph Parker on Saturday is in doubt with reports that the champion is ill.BBC News - 2d -
Earps on PSG move: Champions made in silence
England goalkeeper Mary Earps has said she appreciates having the space to grow as a footballer away from the spotlight after her move to PSG.ESPN - 1d -
💪 Marquinhos reacts following PSG's Champions League draw
Paris Saint-Germain captain Marquinhos is ready to face Premier League leaders Liverpool after the two European giants have been drawn against each other in the Champions League.PSG needed to see ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Pakistan v India: Champions Trophy – live
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Proposal to ban lab-grown meat in Nebraska gets pushback from ranchers and farm groups
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UK soil breakthrough could cut farm fertiliser use and advance sustainable agriculture
Research group says discovery could lead to new type of environmentally friendly farming. A biological mechanism that makes plant roots more attractive to soil microbes has been discovered by ...The Guardian - 22h -
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Behaviors like reusing passwords and paying over public Wi-Fi put your credit card information at risk, cybersecurity experts say.CNBC - 1d -
Nicholls State earns 93-84 victory over UT Rio Grande Valley
Led by Jamal West's 22 points, the Nicholls State Colonels defeated the UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros 93-84ABC News - 11h -
Jerry Butler, Singer Known as the Iceman, Dies at 85
Known for his resounding baritone and his courtly manner, he briefly led the Impressions before beginning a successful solo career, recording hits like “Only the Strong Survive.”The New York Times - 1d -
Pedestrian dies after being hit by ambulance
A 40-year-old man was hit by the ambulance, which was responding to an emergency call, on the outskirts of Elgin.BBC News - 18h -
'Champions are made when nobody's watching' - Mary Earps on life at PSG
Mary Earps tells BBC Sport about her journey from switching Manchester United for life in the French capital with Paris St-Germain.BBC News - 2d -
Champions Trophy make or break for Buttler as England look to stop slide
After defeat in India, England start tournament against Australia, who are without their feared fast-bowling trio. In contrast to the drawn-out 50-over World Cup and its T20 equivalent, the ...The Guardian - 1d -
'Something feels a bit off!' - reaction to Champions League draw
Oli: If you want to win the Champions League then you have to beat who's in front of you. Tristam: PSG have not been great this year and lack any real superstars who can drag the rest up. Paul: ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Champions League last 16: tie-by-tie analysis and predictions
Aston Villa and Arsenal will fancy their chances of progress, while Liverpool will face a challenge to oust in-form PSG. Villa produced probably their worst performance of the season in losing the ...The Guardian - 1d -
Unai Emery 'really happy' with Aston Villa's Champions League draw
Aston Villa look to arrest their winless run in the Premier League tomorrow as they welcome Chelsea to Villa Park.Unai Emery's outfit comes into the weekend clash after a credible 2-2 draw against ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
How to watch the ICC Champions Trophy: Schedule, where to stream for less and more
Here's how to watch every match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Australia wins toss and elects to field against England in Champions Trophy match
Australia won the toss and elected to field against England in its opening Group B game at the Champions TrophyABC News - 1d -
Mexican musical legend Paquita la del Barrio dies at 77
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Marian Turski, Auschwitz survivor who warned of danger of indifference, dies at 98
Marian Turski, a Holocaust survivor who became a journalist and historian in postwar Poland and was a co-founder of Warsaw’s landmark Jewish history museum, has diedABC News - 4d -
Rick Buckler, former drummer for British rock trio the Jam, dies at 69
Paul Weller and Bruce Foxton of the Jam mourn drummer Rick Buckler, who died Monday at 69 after a short illness. 'We went far beyond our dreams,' Weller writes.Los Angeles Times - 4d -
Malian filmmaker Souleymane Cissé, a pioneer of African cinema, dies
Malian filmmaker Souleymane Cissé, a pioneer of African cinema with a career spanning 50 years, has died at age 84ABC News - 3d -
David Boren, former Oklahoma governor and veteran US senator, dies at 83
David Boren, the former Oklahoma governor and longtime U.S. Senate intelligence chief who went on to lead the University of Oklahoma after his retirement from politics, has diedABC News - 2d -
Man dies at Manchester airport after arrest by Border Force officers
Police watchdog is investigating death of 27-year-old who showed ‘unusual behaviour’ at security check. A 27-year-old man has died at Manchester airport after being arrested by Border Force ...The Guardian - 2d -
Frankétienne, considered one of Haiti's most important and prolific writers, dies at 88
Frankétienne, a renowned writer, painter, actor and musician known as the “father of Haitian letters” has diedABC News - 1d -
William R. Lucas, Official Blamed in Challenger Tragedy, Dies at 102
The strong-willed director of NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, he failed to pass on warnings from engineers that the space shuttle launch was at risk.The New York Times - 1d -
Daniel Bisogno, longtime host of Mexico's 'Ventaneando,' dies at 51
Daniel Bisogno, who co-hosted Mexico's TV Azteca talk show 'Ventaneando,' died after complications from a September liver transplant, the TV program said.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Olga James, a Star of ‘Carmen Jones’ and ‘Mr. Wonderful,’ Dies at 95
An operatic soprano, she had high-profile roles on film and stage in the 1950s. But after that, she mostly spent her career away from the limelight.The New York Times - 1d -
Jerry Butler, R&B singer and early leader of the Impressions, dies at 85
After scoring hits including 'He Will Break Your Heart' and 'Make It Easy on Yourself,' the singer went on to a second life in Chicago politics.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Voletta Wallace, the Notorious B.I.G.’s Mother, Dies at 78
She played the rapper music as a child, stood by his side during his meteoric career and navigated the legal and artistic questions that arose after his killing.The New York Times - 1d -
Anger as aid worker dies after DR Congo shooting
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