Mexico City bans violent bullfights in bid to save animals, and tradition
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Mexico City bans violent bullfighting, sparking fury and celebration
Mexico City lawmakers have voted to ban violent bullfighting in the capitalABC News - 2d -
Mexico City Bans Traditional Bullfights for Violence-Free Option
Showdowns between people and bulls can still go on, but the animals can no longer be hurt or killed. Some bullfighting proponents said the law imperils an ancient tradition.The New York Times - 2d -
Mexico City introduces ‘bloodless bullfighting’ in win for animal rights activists
Activists celebrate move, but note that ‘a bull event without violence does not mean one without suffering’. Mexico City’s congress has voted to ban traditional bullfights and replace them with ...The Guardian - 2d -
Mexico City bans violent bullfighting, sparking fury and celebration
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Mexico City Bans Popular Sporting Event That Can Harm, Kill Animals
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Trojan horse at the border: China's Huawei operates freely in Mexico
Huawei, a Chinese telecommunications firm, has increased its presence in Mexico despite being banned by the U.S. government due to allegations of espionage, racketeering and conspiracy to steal ...The Hill - 5d -
Former Houston City Council member launches House bid to succeed late Sylvester Turner
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Monarch butterflies wintering in Mexico rebound this year
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Romania's far-right presidential hopeful Diana Sosoaca files new candidacy bid despite previous ban
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Valencia seeks catharsis in traditional burning of sculptures months after deadly floods
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Mexico Beach mayor reprimands city administrator
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Georgescu appeals against election ban at Romania’s top court
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Hedge fund millionaire banned by City watchdog
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A top Romanian court upholds the ban on far-right Georgescu’s presidential bid
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US rejects Mexico’s request for water as Trump opens new battle front
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TikTok extension expiring soon: Will the app be banned?
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The Violent Rise of ‘No Lives Matter’
“No Lives Matter” has emerged in recent months as a particularly violent splinter group within the extremist crime network known as Com and 764, and experts are at a loss for how to stop its spread.Wired - Mar. 12 -
Chelsea edge past Man City to win League Cup
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Ukrainian soldier praised for saving life of stabbing victim in Venice
Twenty minutes after arriving on holiday in Italian city, Yanis Tereshchenko drew on experience of war to intervene. A Ukrainian soldier who insists on always carrying a first-aid kit – even while ...The Guardian - Mar. 13 -
Man City held by Brighton to leave Champions League hopes in balance
Manchester City twice blew the lead in a 2-2 draw against Brighton on Saturday as Abdukodir Khusanov's own goal dented their bid to qualify for the Champions League.Reduced to fighting for a ...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Notre Dame continues March Madness green nails tradition for 2025
A beloved tournament tradition for the Irish has returned.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
8 alleged "GoodFellas" gang members, associates charged with violent crimes
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To Finally Close Rikers, Panel Suggests Making It Someone’s Only Job
The jail is “decrepit, dysfunctional, and violent,” according to a report from a commission appointed by the City Council speaker, Adrienne Adams.The New York Times - 1d -
Nottingham Forest beats ailing Man City 1-0 to strengthen chances of Champions League qualification
Nottingham Forest’s improbable bid for Champions League qualification was boosted by a 1-0 win over ailing Manchester City in the Premier League with Callum Hudson-Odoi scoring the goal in the 83rd ...ABC News - Mar. 8 -
Attempted Theft and Poisoning of a Star Reindeer Leaves Anchorage Miffed
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Violent tornadoes tear through neighborhoods in the South, Midwest
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Animal shelter helps pigeons to restore their reputation
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'World's ugliest animal' is New Zealand's fish of the year
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One country is celebrating the 'world's ugliest animal'
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Reeves delays plan to reform cash Isas until after Spring Statement
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