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Hong Kong University Celebrates 10 Years
The Education University of Hong Kong marks a decade since its retitling as a university, focusing on programmes with a positive social impact
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Coyotes thrive in Seattle
Coyote density is 9 times higher in Seattle than in Washington's wildlands, with 213 coyotes identified from 842 scats, according to a new study
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7,000 Security Personnel Deployed For BRICS Summit
Delhi gears up for the high-profile event with 4,800 traffic cops also being deployed to ensure smooth traffic flow
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5M Customers Overcharged
Chubu Electric's retail subsidiary mistakenly overcharged at least 5,009,000 customers, including households, for over two years, with half of the affected customers being residential users
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US National Parks Fees Raise Just $22.5m
The 'America First' pricing plan was expected to generate $90 million per year, but has fallen short with $22.5 million earned in six months from foreign tourists
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Brazil-Ethiopia Ties Set for Growth
Brazil's Ambassador to Ethiopia says relations are poised for further growth, with expanding opportunities for economic cooperation and trade, as the EU also reaffirms its support for Ethiopia's economic reform agenda
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Zimbabwe's Women Rangers Take On 21km Challenge
Akashinga's all-female teams from Zimbabwe and Mozambique will compete in the Wildlife Ranger Challenge on September 19, carrying heavy packs over a 21-kilometre course
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China Buys 1M Tons US Soybeans
The purchase comes ahead of a state visit by Xi, signaling a potential thaw in trade relations between the two countries
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7-Eleven Japan Launches Clothing Line
Convenience store chain aims to double annual clothing sales with new accessories and apparel targeting young customers
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U.S. Open Faces Scrutiny Over Late-Night Finishes
Marathon contests push play into early hours, raising concerns about balance between spectacle and scheduling
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Robot Outruns Usain Bolt
China's champion robot, which has beaten Olympic sprinter Usain Bolt's speed, is now being developed for real-world applications, exploring its potential uses in practical work
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Zürich Hbf: 4% Delays
Germany's railway network plummets with 49.4% average delays, while Poland's Kraków Główny surges to 9th place in Europe's rankings
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1066 Invasion Sparks Bear Baiting
Remains found in Colchester and Carlisle reveal brown bears were imported from Europe to fuel the brutal practice
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1 in 3 Americans Fear Domestic Terror
New poll reveals 33% prioritize domestic terrorism over foreign threats, with 42% also citing random violent acts as a significant concern
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Airlines Resume Middle East Flights
Several airlines restart services as US-Iran tensions ease, following earlier suspension of flights in the region
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Give Today, Help Forever with Ogen
Support Israel's leading nonprofit social lender, providing economic stability and access to credit for families, businesses, and nonprofits, with tax-deductible donations
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Brussels Airport Reconnects To Europe's High-Speed Rail
After over 10 years, Brussels Airport is back on the high-speed rail map with a new Deutsche Bahn service, offering daily return journeys between Cologne and Antwerp
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Cone Denim Exits China, Shifts Focus to Mexico
The company will close its Jiaxing facility, operational since 2007, and make Mexico its primary denim production platform
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GOP Eyes Married Women Voters
The Republican party is exploring strategies to win back married women, a crucial demographic in the 2024 election, after losing ground in recent years
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Men Skip Showers to Boost Attraction
The 'pheromone maxxing' trend has some men avoiding showers before dates, believing their natural body odor can increase their attractiveness to others
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4,400-year-old tomb found in Egypt
Spanish archaeologists discover remarkably preserved ancient tomb with original colours intact in Saqqara necropolis
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Europeans Spend 48 Minutes Commuting
Belgium tops the list with a daily average commute time of 61 minutes, with 13% of workers spending over two hours on the road
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40% of Town Lives in Poverty
Rural US hospitals merge to survive looming Medicaid cuts under Trump's administration, with several deals announced in recent months
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Japan Introduces 3-Strikes Rule
Private jet pilots face stricter regulations at Haneda Airport, a major business flights hub, with no current plans for expansion to other airports