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2 Palestinians Share Complex Identity
Naveen Sanduka and Ziad Abu Hassan discuss the meaning of being Palestinian in an interview with Yirmiyahu Danzig on The Times of Israel
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UNGA's Most Memorable Moments
Dramatic gestures, controversial remarks, and fiery speeches have marked the UN General Assembly's history, leaving a lasting impact on global politics
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Seoul's Green Space Sparks Battle
The city's mayor and South Korea's president are at odds over green space, reflecting a global challenge in managing housing shortages and preserving liveability
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Luxury Brands Target Wealthiest
Lavish runway shows in Milan and Paris aim to lure high-end shoppers as inflation bites and investors worry about sector's growth
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Robots Dance to AGT Final
Chinese street dancer Wu Yufei and his robot crew Homies make it to America's Got Talent final with intricate dance routines
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Steam Locomotive Back After 6 Years
Iconic Japanese train to resume commercial operations on October 3, connecting Yamaguchi and Shimane prefectures
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Denzel Washington's Gangster Movie Free To Stream
American Gangster, a 2007 film directed by Ridley Scott, is available to stream for free on Tubi and features one of Denzel Washington's best performances as Frank Lucas, a heroin kingpin of Harlem
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30lb Bear Cub Rescued From Okanagan Lake Faces Low Survival Chances
A family on a boat saved the cub from drowning, but wildlife experts estimate its chances of survival as low due to its small size and the approaching winter
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300+ Lowriders Take Over San Francisco
Thousands of people lined the streets to watch the colourful 'King of the Street' parade, celebrating Chicano craftsmanship and Latino identity
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Kremlin Links AfD Win to Energy Policy Shift
The Alternative for Germany party's election victory is tied to a change in energy policy, according to the Kremlin
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Aerospace Firms Ditch China
Suppliers test rare-earth alternatives to reduce reliance on major producer China
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Lula Leads Bolsonaro by 1% in Brazil Runoff Poll
A new BTG Pactual/Nexus poll suggests Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva would beat Senator Flavio Bolsonaro by 1 point in a runoff, with Lula holding 46% of voter support, according to a survey of 2,006 people
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Haier Invests €13bn in AI Home Tech
Haier's 'Home of Intelligent Possibilities' at IFA 2026 features AI-powered appliances and connected services, with a focus on sustainability and human-centred innovation
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DC Courts Hit Tipping Point
Years of flat funding have left the District of Columbia Courts struggling to manage a growing caseload and heightened security needs, prompting a plea for funding from Congress
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Elif Eralp May Become Berlin's First Left Mayor
Die Linke party candidate's campaign draws comparisons to a New York mayor, as she vies to make history in Berlin's mayoral election
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90-Year-Old Woman Visits Father's Okinawa Homeland
A Philippine-born woman, separated from her father after World War II, plans to visit her father's native Okinawa for the first time, at the age of 90
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400m High-Wire Walk Without Harness
Tatiana-Mosio Bongonga thrills 9,000 spectators 80m above ground in northern France
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Top Official Takes Charge
Deputy Chief Secretary Warner Cheuk to oversee complex 1823 cases with new mechanism launching early next year
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100 Climate Heroes Named
Erin Brockovich and Sir David Attenborough lead The Independent's 2026 list of innovators fighting the climate crisis
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Lee Jae Myung's Top Aide Quits
President's approval ratings slide amid failed nominations, sparking crisis
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Japan Toughens Residency Rules
Critics slam the move, warning it may deter foreign talent and investment
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Lisbon Hosts 15M Lego Bricks
Explore 120 models, including a 1 million-brick Air Force One replica, at Europe's largest Lego exhibition
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109-yr-old Firm Makes 300M Popsicles Possible
Fukushima-based supplier to produce ice for 300 million Garigari-kun popsicles annually by 2024
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5 Nations Control UN
These countries can block any decision, outweighing the votes of 188 others