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US Birth Rate Hits Record Low
The birth rate among women aged 30-45 is rising, mitigating the decline caused by fewer women in their 20s choosing to become mothers
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KFC President Started As £1.20/Hour Dishwasher
Catherine Tan-Gillespie, now 52, rose through the ranks after embracing challenges and taking risks, inspired by her role model Richard Branson
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Bolivia Teachers Strike
Hundreds of teachers demand higher wages and better funding, warning against potential privatization due to proposed reforms
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Rubio Urges Cubans to Partner with CIA
US Secretary of State calls for discreet partnership to create positive change in Cuba, following Trump's comments on potential US intervention
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Japan Banks Merge
Senshu Ikeda and Shiga Bank are in talks to consolidate operations, with an announcement expected as soon as next week, in the latest consolidation move in Japan's banking sector
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Discontent Simmers
Rebounding economies in cities like Buenos Aires and Colombo have yet to improve living standards for many, despite reforms restoring investor confidence and stabilizing public finances
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Filipinos Abroad Hit By Missing Parcels
Overseas Filipinos are demanding answers after parcels intended for loved ones in the Philippines went missing, particularly during the Christmas season when these gifts are typically sent
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Trump's Press Secretary Ousted After 1 Briefing
Katie Zacharia lasted less than a week in the job, with predecessor Karoline Leavitt comparing her exit to 'The Apprentice'
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Japan Village Turns to Peru
Aging Nanmoku village seeks young Peruvian residents through sister-city agreement to revitalize community
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India's Young Chefs Flock To French Cooking Schools
Ecole Ducasse and other French culinary institutions are attracting students in India who aim to make their mark on the country's growing fine-dining sector, with a notable increase in young people dreaming of becoming chefs over the past decade
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US to 'Take Care' of Cuba
President Trump's statement hints at a potential shift in US policy towards Cuba, but details remain unclear
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Alberta Schools Get New Flag Rules
Starting 2027, schools in Alberta will have to follow new flag rules, with exemptions available for certain flags that don't make a political statement
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France Re-Examines Africa Legacy
15 years after promising a new relationship, France struggles to balance influence with rejection of colonial-era interference
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Japan's Rural Festivals Fight Decline
Gifu's traditional events turn to tourists for survival as aging population takes toll
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Hungary Honours 1956 Uprising Victims
70 years after the Soviet crackdown, Hungarian leaders and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen pay tribute to the victims of the uprising against Soviet rule
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5 Global Stories Missed
The Straits Times highlights key events from October 24, 2026, in its 'While You Were Sleeping' series
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Majority Of Americans Believe Govt Hides UFO Info
Democrats may push for increased transparency on unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAPs) if they return to majority in Congress, as recent polling suggests a majority of Americans believe the government is hiding information about UFOs
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White House Road Closed Due to Suspicious Package
A road near the White House was closed on October 23, 2026, after a suspicious item was reported at 2:40 p.m. near 17th St. and Pennsylvania Avenue
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Founders Unite: TechCrunch Summit 2026
The November 4 event in Boston will feature roundtables, live pitching, and networking opportunities for founders, investors, and operators to discuss building and scaling companies
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Trump Vows to Fix Starlink Access in Ukraine
Former US President Donald Trump has pledged to resolve any issues with Starlink access in Ukraine, amid ongoing tensions in the region
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Tom Hardy Sparks War in MobLand Season 2
Paramount+ releases mid-season trailer featuring Tom Hardy, hinting at a war starting in the upcoming episodes
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African Artists Shine In Paris
The 11th edition of the AKAA art and design fair brings together dozens of African and Afro-descendant artists, including Nigerian painter Midegbeyan Ojisua and South African artist Olivié Keck, to showcase their unique styles and inspirations in the French capital
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1,000 Afghan Women Face Education Blackout
US funding cut threatens American University of Afghanistan, a lifeline for women's higher education in the Taliban-controlled country
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Wind's Invisible Force Revealed
Studio DRIFT's stunning London installation Aeolus uses glass rods and hidden lights to visualize wind movement, as the artist duo prepares to open a massive museum in Amsterdam