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Sands China Plans Notes Offering
The company is set to offer senior unsecured notes, although details of the offering are not yet specified
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Rohingya Dismantle Homes Amid Eviction Threat
Refugees in India-administered Jammu and Kashmir fear return to Myanmar where they face persecution after court-ordered eviction
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Thousands to Monitor US Polls
Volunteers from Democratic and nonprofit groups will watch for concerning activities at polling places on Election Day
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Greece's Kea Island: 2,500 Residents, Vibrant Colors
The Greek island of Kea, located 16 nautical miles from the port of Lavrio, has retained its traditional character despite growing tourism, with its capital Ioulida being a protected traditional settlement since 1978
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Uganda Sugarcane Boom Fails to Feed Families
Despite a tripling of sugarcane production, about a third of households in Uganda's Busoga region go hungry, with women shouldering the burden of feeding families as sugar mills sign contracts mainly with men
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Ethiopia Passport Ranked 90th Globally
Ethiopian citizens can travel to only 17 countries without a visa, with regional instability and security concerns contributing to strict visa screening
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Airbnb Bans Hosts From Asking Guests to Do Chores
New rules, effective November 20, prohibit hosts from requesting tasks like stripping bed linens or washing dishes, sparking a mixed reaction from hosts and a positive response from guests
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2.5 Billion Lines of Cocaine Snorted in England Annually
Cocaine consumption and related crimes are surging across Britain, with a staggering 2.5 billion lines of cocaine snorted in England per year, according to reports
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Taiwan Creative Content Fest 2026 Offers $310,000 Prize Pool
The 2026 Taiwan Creative Content Fest will feature pitching, market, and forum events, with over 60% of selected projects being international co-productions led by or involving Taiwan, and a total prize pool of more than $310,000
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Uhuru Kenyatta Turns 65
Former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta marks birthday with tributes from Kenyans and political leaders, including the Office of the Fourth President and the Democracy for the Citizens Party
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Argentina's Economic U-Turn
President Milei's recovery and price stability come at a steep cost, with millions driven into destitution ahead of elections
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70% in Japan Prefer Home Shelter After Disasters
Survey reveals majority want to shelter at home, but only 15% are fully prepared to do so safely
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Okinawa Tour Shelved
A premium tour plan to an Okinawa sanctuary has been cancelled due to local opposition over its high price and plan to access a sacred area, sparking controversy among locals
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Explore Vilnius in 24 hours
Discover the UNESCO-listed Old Town, Gediminas Tower, and a growing food scene in Lithuania's capital city
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China's Communist Party Starts Key Meeting
The fifth plenum in Beijing sets the country's economic and political agenda, a crucial gathering for China's future
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Halloween Crackdown: Jail Time For Fake Cops
South Korea launches nationwide operation to prevent party-goers from wearing police uniforms, following a deadly crowd crush four years ago, with over 4,500 people involved in the crackdown
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Mecca Pact Nations Meet Iran
High-level talks to be held in Tehran, marking significant diplomatic engagement
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Woman Enters Elite Shogi Ranks
Tomoka Nishiyama becomes the first female kishi, seeking to compete against strong players with four women's titles under her belt
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Guinea Lifts Plastic Ban
The Guinean government has lifted a ban on single-use plastics, specifically plastic water sachets, due to public outcry over lack of access to safe drinking water, and will revisit the issue in six months
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Komeito Elects New Leader
Mitsunari Okamoto takes helm as party seeks fresh direction after LDP split
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Ex-Japan Opposition Leader Edano Rejects New Party
Former chief Cabinet secretary Yukio Edano focuses on utilizing existing parties instead of forming a new one
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Japan's Hidden Allure
Tourists flock to everyday infrastructure like convenience stores, toilets, and daily life, in a phenomenon known as 'everyday tourism'
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Trump Adds Norway to 'Inferior' List
Nobel snub cited as reason for addition to list of countries deemed inferior by US President
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Boxing Program Fights Off Negativity
A free boxing program in the Northern Territory is providing positive role models and teaching vulnerable young people boxing skills, with a recent amateur competition raising funds for the cause