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<title>Wildfire came within metres of rescued orangutans; 60 animals moved</title>
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<title>Indian Jazz musician Pritesh Walia released from ICE custody after 14 days: &amp;apos;When you are sitting in a detention facility, the world feels very small&amp;apos;</title>
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<title>Brass&#45;making technology reached southern China through ancient sea routes</title>
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<title>&amp;apos;Don&amp;apos;t Beg In Saudi Arabia&amp;apos;: Pakistan&amp;apos;s Advisory To Hajj Pilgrims</title>
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<title>All About Khalil Al&#45;Hayya, Top Hamas Top Leader Who Met Trump&amp;apos;s Son&#45;In&#45;Law</title>
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<title>Pak Arrests 258, Including 40 Chinese Nationals, In Scam Call Centre Raid</title>
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<title>Trump Envoy Meets Netanyahu Over Gaza Plan Day After Talks With Hamas</title>
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<title>14&#45;year&#45;old becomes world Scrabble champion after moving to Australia</title>
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<title>&amp;apos;I don&amp;apos;t have courage to take another loan&amp;apos;: Indian student in Canada says going back home seems easier, sets up fundraiser</title>
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<title>Smithsonian uses X&#45;rays, cups and 216&#45;yard threads to find turtle nests; 13 of 16 were raided</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Smithsonian scientists are utilising cutting-edge methods to identify turtle nesting sites, revealing that numerous nests fall prey to predators shortly after egg deposition. This alarming finding signals a crucial risk to the Eastern box turtle population. By monitoring turtle movements and nesting patterns, the research seeks to illuminate survival rates, which is vital for effective conservation initiatives. ]]></description>
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<title>&amp;quot;US Will Bomb The S*** Out Of Oman If It Gets In Way&amp;quot;: Trump&amp;apos;s Hormuz Warning</title>
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<title>Opinion: Opinion | First Pak, Now Bangladesh: Why Turkey Is Becoming India&amp;apos;s New Security Headache</title>
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<title>Indian Army Chief Awarded Honorary General Rank Of Nepal Army</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ General Dhiraj Seth arrived in Nepal on Sunday on a four-day official visit at the invitation of his Nepalese Army counterpart General Ashok Raj Sigdel. ]]></description>
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<title>Arizona man, 88, and dog rescued after overnight monsoon mud ordeal with SOS text</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A harrowing night unfolded for an 88-year-old man and his canine companion in Yavapai County when their vehicle became immobilized in thick mud from recent monsoon storms. An emergency SOS text sent out in distress helped authorities track them down. Fortunately, rescue teams reached them safely early Friday, aptly emphasizing the value of emergency communication features during critical situations. ]]></description>
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<title>US Navy destroyer spent four days without toilets, AC, galley after power failure in South China Sea</title>
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<title>Why Indians moving to the US rush to buy homes</title>
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<title>India Signs Rs 1,900&#45;Crore Deal To Lease 2 MQ&#45;9B SeaGuardian Drones</title>
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<title>US Deports Indian &amp;apos;Alien&amp;apos; Over &amp;quot;Sexually Motivated Coercion&amp;quot; Conviction</title>
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<title>How An Iraqi Leader Became Team Trump&amp;apos;s Direct Secret Link To Iran Guards</title>
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<title>18&#45;year&#45;old Belgian thought he found €1; then uncovered €9m in gold</title>
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<title>An 18&#45;year&#45;old construction worker in Belgium uncovered a €9 million gold hoard</title>
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<title>After 25 years at Adobe, engineer laid off; now he is a driver</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A senior software engineer with twenty-five years at Adobe was laid off last year. He struggled to find new tech employment for a year after his dismissal. This led him to pursue a new career as a school bus driver for his local district. While his new role pays less, he finds contentment and supportive colleagues. His experience highlights challenges faced by experienced tech professionals in the current job market. ]]></description>
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<title>US&#45;Iran Ceasefire Pact Expires Today. Will War Resume Again?</title>
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<title>NDTV World To Launch &amp;apos;Anviksha&amp;apos; Dialogue Series In Nepal On August 27</title>
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<title>Florida introduced rhesus macaques for tourism in the 1930s, now they carry a potentially fatal virus</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Wild rhesus macaques in Florida carry herpes B virus, posing a potential human health risk.  A study found about a quarter of sampled macaques had been infected with the virus.  Some animals actively shed the virus, especially during the breeding season.  The circulating virus strains are genetically similar to dangerous laboratory versions.  No human cases have been confirmed from these wild populations yet. ]]></description>
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<title>Sweden’s Söderåsen went from deforested plateau to one of northern Europe’s largest protected forests</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Söderåsen plateau in southern Sweden has transitioned from its historical grazed heathland, significantly impacted by intensive grazing in the 18th and 19th centuries. Today, Söderåsen National Park encompasses over 1,600 hectares of lush broadleaf forest, showcasing the impressive capacity for natural regeneration and ecological restoration over time, while preserving a landscape shaped by both natural processes and human activities. ]]></description>
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<title>Europe wildfires: 2 dead, 500 evacuated as twin blazes hit Greek island near Athens</title>
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<title>How A Fake Iran Nuke Claim From Indian Account Angered Team Trump, Netanyahu</title>
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<title>6&#45;Year&#45;Old Pug Jinny Lu Wins 2026 World&amp;apos;s Ugliest Dog Contest</title>
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<title>Russia Hits Indian Billionaire&amp;apos;s Factory In Ukraine As War Spills In Europe</title>
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<title>Trump Cites &amp;apos;Good Ties&amp;apos; With Kim Jong Un In Scaling Back South Korea Drills</title>
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<title>In 1993, Chile adopted an Indigenous Law that enabled land restitution; by 2023...</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Since 1993, over 510,000 acres have been returned to Mapuche communities in Chile under the Indigenous Law. A study revealed minimal changes in forest cover on the restituted lands. It observed a decline in commercial plantations and a slight rise in agricultural pastures, emphasizing the importance of traditional economic practices alongside conservation. This situation illustrates the need for distinct strategies in managing land rights and environmental restoration efforts. ]]></description>
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<title>&amp;quot;Would Rather Die&amp;quot;: Moroccan Migrants Protest In Spain&amp;apos;s Ceuta, Seek Asylum</title>
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<title>In 1988, an English farmer stopped cultivating his entire 377&#45;acre wheat farm</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ An abandoned wheat farm in England has been transformed into a thriving nature reserve after decades of neglect. Following a dedicated public campaign, £1.5 million was raised to acquire the land, ensuring its protection for future generations. This 377-acre area now boasts a rich variety of wildlife, including numerous endangered bird species, and will be overseen by the Wildlife Trust as a cherished habitat. ]]></description>
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<title>Petition for public inquiry into Jason Arday&amp;apos;s media harassment gathers 31,000 signatures</title>
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<title>UK man,55, dies after dog bite during footpath altercation; owner arrested on murder suspicion</title>
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<title>Trump Envoy Meets Hamas Leaders Over Gaza Plan, Will See Netanyahu Next</title>
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<title>1 Killed, Children Among 4 Injured In Shooting At Park In US&amp;apos; Kentucky</title>
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<title>&amp;quot;Disaster&amp;quot;: 4 Renaissance&#45;Era Paintings Stolen From Italian Museum</title>
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<title>Princess Iman welcomes twin daughters Talia and Rania with husband Jameel Alexander Thermiotis</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Princess Iman of Jordan and her husband Jameel Alexander Thermiotis have welcomed twin daughters, Talia and Rania. The newborns were born on August 14, bringing a double celebration to King Abdullah II and Queen Rania, who are now grandparents to four granddaughters. The couple’s older daughter, Amina, has also become a big sister. ]]></description>
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<title>3,000 hectares up in flames: Belgium battles its biggest wildfire on record</title>
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<title>&amp;apos;They were Indian, so we didn’t count them&amp;apos;: US cleaning business owner faces scrutiny over racial profiling</title>
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<title>In 1933, Lincoln&amp;apos;s Crooked House was marked for demolition; work revealed a hidden...</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ In the midst of a demolition in 1933, builders stumbled upon a remarkable 16th-century timber-framed structure known as the Wonky House. This architectural gem narrowly evaded obliteration and has since undergone conservation efforts to rectify damage caused by death-watch beetles and previous poor repairs. Thanks to significant funding, extensive restoration will soon provide unique holiday accommodations and community spaces, welcoming visitors to enjoy its rich history. ]]></description>
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<title>8&#45;year&#45;old boy catches a piranha while fishing with dad at Pennsylvania lake</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ While fishing near Philadelphia, an eight-year-old boy made an unusual catch: a piranha. Officials identified this tropical fish as non-native to Pennsylvania, raising alarms over the potential dangers of exotic pets being set free into local waters. Releasing such species is illegal and can jeopardize public safety. Following their unexpected encounter, the boy and his father took responsible action to humanely dispose of the piranha. ]]></description>
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<title>Four Renaissance masterpieces stolen from Sicily museum in art heist</title>
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<title>Bangladesh Lists 2 Riders For PM Rahman&amp;apos;s India Visit. One Is Hasina Return</title>
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<title>Iran Executes Another Protester, This Time A Man Who Ran Over Cops</title>
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<title>Rolex sues Canadian jewellery store Bijoux Medusa over customized watches, claims trademark infringement</title>
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<title>Before Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman Visits India, Dhaka Wants Sheikh Hasina Back</title>
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<title>Arctic foxes brought for fur transformed Alaska’s grasslands into tundra</title>
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<title>Giant fossil left in Arctic in 1948 later revealed a record&#45;size predator</title>
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<title>Tennessee sisters sold 122&#45;acre homestead for $4,750 but kept living there</title>
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<title>Beijing&#45;Manchester Flight Makes Emergency Landing In Russia Following Mechanical Issue</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hainan Airlines issued a statement apologising for the disruption and confirmed plans to send a replacement aircraft to Krasnoyarsk. ]]></description>
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<title>Russian Escort Planted Trash Bin Bomb That Killed Ukrainian Defector: Report</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Margarita Reut have been accused of carrying out the attack that killed Robert Shageev, a high-ranking Ukrainian defector who later served as an officer in the Kremlin&#039;s Black Sea Fleet. ]]></description>
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<title>12 Killed, 10 Injured After Tourist Bus Overturns In Hungary</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The bus ran into a ditch and tipped over early on Sunday near the town of Mezokeresztes in eastern Hungary, police said, adding that the bus was heading towards the city of Nyiregyhaza on the motorway when the accident happened. ]]></description>
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<title>160 plus fractures found in Scottish castle skeleton may be first confirmed trebuchet death</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A 14th-century skeleton found beneath Scotland’s Stirling Castle may be the first confirmed archaeological evidence of a person killed by a trebuchet. Researchers found more than 160 fractures, including 61 breaks in the skull and nearly 60 in the ribs. The injuries suggest the man was struck from behind by a high-speed boulder during the 1304 siege of the castle. ]]></description>
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<title>In 1898, 17 years after surviving the O.K. Corral gunfight, Virgil Earp claimed 160 acres in Arizona; two years later, he earned title to the land</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Virgil Earp, known for surviving the infamous O.K. Corral gunfight, embraced a new beginning as a homesteader in Arizona. Claiming 160 acres near Prescott through the federal homesteading process, his prior service in the Civil War lessened his residency obligation to just two years. By 1900, he secured his property title, stepping into a life that diverged significantly from his days as a frontier lawman. ]]></description>
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<title>Hungary bus crash: 12 killed, 10 injured after Polish bus overturns on M3 motorway</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Twelve people died and ten were seriously injured after a Polish bus overturned early Sunday. The bus ran off the M3 motorway and tipped into a ditch near Mezokeresztes. Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar announced the tragic casualties on Facebook. He also expressed his sincere condolences to the families of the victims. The exact cause of the accident remains unknown at this time. ]]></description>
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<title>Russia Claims 600 Ukrainian Drones Targeted Moscow Overnight, 3 Hurt</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ukraine has been carrying out strikes deep inside Russia in recent weeks, with drone barrages targeting military, industrial and more recently e-commerce warehouses far from the front line in the war that is in its fifth year. ]]></description>
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<title>Indonesia Earthquake Death Count Rises To 51, Around 5,000 Evacuated</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The earthquake, followed by some 341 aftershocks, is the Southeast Asian nation&#039;s worst in years. Hundreds died after a 2022 earthquake in West Java. ]]></description>
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<title>All About Cami Clark, Anthropic CEO&amp;apos;s Wife Named In Epstein &amp;quot;Luxury Porn&amp;quot; Row</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Cami Clark, the wife of Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, attempted to secure investments from Jeffrey Epstein for what she called a &quot;revolutionary porn company&quot;. ]]></description>
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<title>&amp;quot;Give Some Relief&amp;quot;: Colombia Asks Trump To Suspend Tariffs After Earthquake</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ US tariffs on Colombian products rose from 10 percent to 12.5 percent in late July, with a few exceptions including coffee and oil. ]]></description>
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<title>One week of extreme heat in Europe linked to 16,000 excess deaths: Report</title>
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<title>Is Netanyahu headed for setback in Israel election? No Trump endorsement raises eyebrows</title>
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<title>‘Always proud’: Kim Jong Un hails Russia ties in message to Putin</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin have reaffirmed their close relationship.  Their countries are actively cooperating in all sectors, ensuring regional security and stability.  This growing partnership has deepened significantly since Russia&#039;s invasion of Ukraine in 2022.  North Korea has provided troops and weapons to support Moscow&#039;s war effort.  This exchange highlights competing diplomatic and security dynamics on the Korean peninsula. ]]></description>
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<title>Ties With India &amp;apos;Valuable Asset&amp;apos;: Iran President On 80th Independence Day</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Iranian President Pezeshkian extends Independence Day wishes to India and highlights deep historic ties ]]></description>
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<title>Kim Jong Un Says He&amp;apos;s &amp;quot;Proud&amp;quot; Of North Korea&#45;Russia Ties In Letter To Putin</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, North Korea has become a key ally of the Kremlin, sending troops to support Moscow&#039;s war effort in return for economic benefits ]]></description>
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<title>&amp;quot;We Get Along Great&amp;quot;: Trump Shares Old &amp;quot;Unfriendly Look&amp;quot; Pic With Kim Jong Un</title>
<link>https://surattimes.com/we-get-along-great-trump-shares-old-unfriendly-look-pic-with-kim-jong-un</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Donald Trump shares photo with Kim Jong Un amid rising tensions over US-South Korea military drills. ]]></description>
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<title>Why Hurricane Lala is a historic threat to Hawaii’s Big Island</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hurricane Lala approached Hawaii&#039;s Big Island as a Category 1 storm.  Powerful winds and heavy rain brought dangerous surf and potential flooding.  Over 40,000 utility customers across Hawaii lost electricity.  Residents prepared for destructive winds, falling trees, and extended power outages.  The storm&#039;s path raised concerns about mudslides and wildfires. ]]></description>
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<title>In 1987, a British naturalist became the first professional warden of a remote Seychelles island</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ In 1987, British naturalist Ian Bullock established Aride Island as a key conservation hub. His initiative led to the successful relocation of endangered Seychelles warblers the following year, significantly bolstering the species&#039; numbers and preventing potential extinction. Today, their population thrives, and Bullock&#039;s innovative conservation methods are now standard practices in island ecosystem management. ]]></description>
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<title>After facing accusations of being DEI hire, black former Cambridge professor found dead at home</title>
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<title>19th&#45;century ships accidentally brought mice to islands 30 miles off San Francisco</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Farallon Islands are grappling with an overwhelming invasion of house mice, significantly disturbing the delicate ecological system. These rodents threaten the survival of native wildlife, with burrowing owls preying on them and subsequently impacting the vulnerable Ashy storm-petrels. A new eradication initiative involves dropping rodenticide bait from helicopters, driving efforts to restore the natural balance of this unique ecosystem. ]]></description>
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<title>&amp;quot;Given Up Fishing&amp;quot;: US Airstrikes, Cartel Extortion Threaten Ecuador Fishermen</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Onshore, drug cartels have turned the small ports of Ecuador&#039;s Manabi province into a cocaine-trafficking hub, extorting local fishermen who are prized for their navigation skills. ]]></description>
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<title>In 2011, Myanmar suspended a giant China&#45;backed dam after public outrage; it now plans to...</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Myanmar has announced plans to resume the Myitsone hydropower project, valued at $3.6 billion, which has been inactive for 14 years. This China-supported initiative aims to provide essential electricity to the nation. However, challenges regarding environmental degradation and potential displacement for local communities raise serious concerns. Additionally, fears of earthquakes add a layer of safety apprehension for populations living downstream. ]]></description>
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<title>‘If I leave, I lose everything’: Indian student seeks discharge to avoid deportation after supermarket fraud conviction</title>
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<title>Indonesia rocked by 3 major quakes and more than 230 aftershocks in 24 hours</title>
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<title>Zimbabwe Ferry Accident: Death Count Rises To 68 As 22 More Bodies Recovered</title>
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<title>Anthropic CEO&amp;apos;s Wife Asked Epstein To Invest In Her &amp;quot;Luxury Porn&amp;quot; Company</title>
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<title>USS George Washington, Last US Aircraft Carrier In Asia, Is Leaving Pacific</title>
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<title>Japan PM Takaichi Skips Visit To Disputed Shrine On World War II Anniversary</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Yasukuni Shrine, which commemorates over 2.4 million people who died in wars, became controversial after enshrining 14 convicted World War II Japanese war criminals. ]]></description>
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<title>A Week Of Extreme Heatwave In Europe Shot Up Deaths By 16,000</title>
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<title>In 1958, the US moved 25 caribou to an Alaska island as emergency food for military personnel</title>
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<title>Ukraine Strikes Russian Rocket Centre Supporting Starlink&#45;Style Network</title>
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<title>Iran Demands Release Of 3 Pilots Captured In Qatar After Su&#45;24 Jets Crashed</title>
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<title>6.9&#45;Magnitude Quake Strikes Indonesia, Hours After Deadly Tremor Killed 47</title>
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<title>&amp;apos;I don’t feel rooted here&amp;apos;: Indian couple in Ireland to return to Pune after 11 years, citing AI pressure and job stress</title>
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<title>Video: Buildings Collapse As 7.7 Earthquake Strikes Indonesia, Killing 40</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ In a striking environmental incident, a massive jellyfish swarm has compelled the shutdown of reactors at France&#039;s Gravelines nuclear plant. The clogged seawater cooling systems have brought significant disruption to power generation. Following a related incident in 2025, the plant introduced enhanced monitoring and fishing strategies. This occurrence underscores the vulnerabilities faced by coastal nuclear installations amidst the challenges posed by extreme summer temperatures affecting France&#039;s nuclear output. ]]></description>
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<description><![CDATA[ Searches for homes with air conditioning in the UK have more than doubled this summer. Repeated heatwaves prompt buyers to pay greater attention to property cooling capabilities. Many households are making practical changes to keep cool during hotter weather. Britain&#039;s housing stock faces concerns about coping with increasingly hotter summers. This shift influences buyer priorities and what they are willing to purchase. ]]></description>
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<title>&amp;quot;Felt Like A Trampoline&amp;quot;: Survivors Recount Deadly Indonesia Earthquake</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Indonesia experiences frequent earthquakes due to its location in the Pacific &quot;Ring of Fire&quot;, an arc of intense seismic activity stretching from Japan through Southeast Asia and across the Pacific basin. ]]></description>
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<title>Meet Vera Wang: Teen scientist finds fungi that can break down plastic, sunscreen</title>
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<title>Austrian Woman Sets World Record With 12 Nose&#45;To&#45;Ground Handstand Push&#45;Ups In One Minute</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Stephanie Millinger achieved this feat by completing 12 such push-ups in one minute. ]]></description>
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<title>Israeli Settlers Divert Palestinian Water To Fill West Bank Tourist Pool</title>
<link>https://surattimes.com/israeli-settlers-divert-palestinian-water-to-fill-west-bank-tourist-pool</link>
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<title>Video: Buildings Collapse As 7.7 Earthquake Strikes Indonesia, Killing 20</title>
<link>https://surattimes.com/video-buildings-collapse-as-77-earthquake-strikes-indonesia-killing-20</link>
<guid>https://surattimes.com/video-buildings-collapse-as-77-earthquake-strikes-indonesia-killing-20</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Flores island in Indonesia early Saturday, triggering a brief tsunami warning. ]]></description>
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<title>US Signals Indefinite Naval Blockade Of Iran Amid Declining Global Oil Supply</title>
<link>https://surattimes.com/us-signals-indefinite-naval-blockade-of-iran-amid-declining-global-oil-supply</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told reporters that the US military could keep a naval presence in the region to enforce its blockade of Iran, which has inflicted severe economic damage on the country. ]]></description>
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<title>&amp;apos;Begin discussions&amp;apos;: South Korea&amp;apos;s Lee Jae Myung calls for talks with North Korea</title>
<link>https://surattimes.com/begin-discussions-south-koreas-lee-jae-myung-calls-for-talks-with-north-korea</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ South Korean President Lee Jae Myung seeks peace talks to formally end the Korean War.  He also wants to discuss North Korea&#039;s nuclear capabilities and reduce regional tensions.  This proposal comes as North Korea strengthens its military ties with Russia.  Annual US-South Korean military exercises are scheduled to begin soon.  Lee also addressed improving relations with Japan and fostering prosperity. ]]></description>
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<title>Opinion: Opinion | 79 Years On, India&amp;apos;s Enduring Answer To Those Who Had Predicted Its Collapse</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Seventy-nine years in the lifespan of an ancient civilisation is a mere heartbeat; yet, in the annals of modern nation-building, it&#039;s an audacious triumph. ]]></description>
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<title>&amp;quot;Congratulations&amp;quot;: Marco Rubio Extends Greetings To India On Independence Day</title>
<link>https://surattimes.com/congratulations-marco-rubio-extends-greetings-to-india-on-independence-day</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Marco Rubio praises US-India relationship citing defence, energy, and AI cooperation on Independence Day. ]]></description>
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<title>Trump claims ‘young, beautiful girls’ thank him for making Washington safer</title>
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<title>&amp;apos;Until cause is known: US Army temporarily halts Apache training missions after Texas crash</title>
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<title>Michigan shooting: 5 killed, 1 critically injured, gunman found dead after manhunt</title>
<link>https://surattimes.com/michigan-shooting-5-killed-1-critically-injured-gunman-found-dead-after-manhunt</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Five people died in a northern Michigan shooting on Friday. The suspected gunman was later found dead after a large search. One other person sustained critical injuries and was hospitalized. Investigators discovered a fourth victim at another residence during the extensive search. The circumstances surrounding the deaths and the motive remain under investigation. ]]></description>
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<title>5 Years Of Taliban Rule In Afghanistan: What Has Changed?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Bright white flags of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan have been installed this week across the capital Kabul as the Taliban is celebrating its five years of ruling. ]]></description>
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<title>China Completes 582&#45;Tonne Magnet For &amp;apos;Artificial Sun&amp;apos;, Eyes Fusion Power By 2030</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ China has completed a record 582-tonne superconducting magnet for its &quot;Artificial Sun&quot; fusion project, a major step toward its goal of demonstrating fusion-powered electricity generation by 2030. ]]></description>
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<title>Video: Buildings Collapse As 7.7 Earthquake Strikes Indonesia, Killing 2</title>
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<guid>https://surattimes.com/video-buildings-collapse-as-77-earthquake-strikes-indonesia-killing-2</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Flores island in Indonesia early Saturday, triggering a brief tsunami warning. ]]></description>
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<title>7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Indonesia, Tsunami Warning Issued</title>
<link>https://surattimes.com/77-magnitude-earthquake-hits-indonesia-tsunami-warning-issued</link>
<guid>https://surattimes.com/77-magnitude-earthquake-hits-indonesia-tsunami-warning-issued</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A strong 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Flores island in eastern Indonesia early Saturday, the US Geological Survey said. ]]></description>
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<title>Army Temporarily Halts Apache Helicopter Training Missions After Texas Crash</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The US Army temporarily halted all Apache helicopter training missions Friday after a fatal crash in Texas earlier this week killed two soldiers. ]]></description>
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<title>Trump Dismisses Concerns Over Conditions On US Aircraft Carrier</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ President Donald Trump dismissed concerns Friday over living conditions and the mental health of service members on a US aircraft carrier deployed against Iran, while confirming the ship would soon rotate out. ]]></description>
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<title>A Cape Cod couple moved into their newly built dream home in March 2025</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ In Massachusetts, a newly built residence was taken by state officials for a bridge project, much to the dismay of the Hendel couple who relocated there only a month prior. This eminent domain decision affects thirteen properties in Round Hill as the state prepares for Sagamore Bridge&#039;s replacement, causing distress over disrupted retirement plans and unsettled financial futures. ]]></description>
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<title>Trump Says Will &amp;quot;Soon&amp;quot; Declare Strait Of Hormuz US Territory</title>
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<title>Ex&#45;Cambridge University Professor Jason Arday Found Dead At Home</title>
<link>https://surattimes.com/ex-cambridge-university-professor-jason-arday-found-dead-at-home</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Black British academic Jason Arday, who resigned from the University of Cambridge earlier this month amid a high-profile plagiarism storm that featured racism claims, was found dead Friday, UK media outlets reported. ]]></description>
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<description><![CDATA[ In recent times, there has been a notable drop in family consent rates for organ donation in the UK, resulting in an unprecedented number of patients on transplant waiting lists. To combat this issue, NHS Blood and Transplant has initiated a campaign aimed at boosting registration among potential donors. Menna Owen&#039;s experience serves as a poignant reminder that having clear donation preferences can provide solace and ultimately save lives. ]]></description>
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<description><![CDATA[ European conservationists are launching a campaign to eradicate new populations of marbled crayfish, notorious for their rapid reproduction and the deadly diseases they carry. Funded by the European Union, these swift action initiatives aim to tackle invasive species promptly, mitigating the risk of extensive environmental and economic harm while safeguarding native ecosystems from foreign invaders. ]]></description>
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<description><![CDATA[ Berlin’s Volksbuhne swimming pool has cancelled a planned event exclusively for Black communities after facing backlash over restricted access. The €300,000 temporary pool was due to close to the general public for six hours on August 14. Organisers cited security concerns, saying Black children and teenagers had faced right-wing and racist harassment at swimming events. ]]></description>
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<title>14 On Board, $9.1&#45;Million Yacht Sinks 4 Days After Delivery To Owner In Italy</title>
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<title>Trump And Musk Have Now Turned Their Bitter Feud Into A $100&#45;Million Alliance</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Then Musk said he planned to help Republicans in the November midterm elections and that he intended to spend at least $100 million on a voter-turnout operation designed to help Republicans hold on to Congress. ]]></description>
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<title>&amp;quot;I Shot Him, He Died&amp;quot;: Luigi Mangione Admits He Killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ When the judge asked Luigi Mangione whether he understood that he could spend the rest of his life in prison, he answered, &quot;Yes&quot;. ]]></description>
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<title>&amp;quot;We See India As Critical Power&amp;quot;: US After Pacific Command Name Change</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Under Secretary of War for Policy, Elbridge A. Colby, said the change from INDOPACOM to PACOM reflected Washington&#039;s military focus on the Western Pacific and the first island chain. ]]></description>
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<title>US State Leaders Extend Greetings On Eve Of India&amp;apos;s 80th Independence Day</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Governors from Washington, South Dakota, Montana and Alaska extended formal greetings ahead of the official flag-hoisting ceremony scheduled for August 15, according to a statement issued by the Consulate General of India in Seattle. ]]></description>
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<description><![CDATA[ Thompson, 50, was shot outside a New York City hotel on Dec. 4, 2024, as he walked to UnitedHealth Group&#039;s annual investor conference. Mangione was arrested five days later at a McDonald&#039;s restaurant in Altoona, Pennsylvania, about 233 miles (375 kilometres) west of New York City. ]]></description>
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<description><![CDATA[ Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei has stripped daughter-in-law Pengiran Raabi’atul Adawiyyah of her royal title over conduct deemed “unbecoming” of a royal spouse. The palace said her actions tarnished the monarchy’s reputation and showed disrespect towards the Sultan. Raabi’atul remains married to Prince Abdul Malik, with no divorce announced, while their four daughters retain their titles. ]]></description>
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<title>Who Was Prichard Colon? Boxer Left With Brain Injury After 2015 Fight, Dies At 33</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Former Puerto Rican boxer Prichard Colon has died, 11 years after suffering a brain injury during a fight against Terrell Williams. ]]></description>
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<title>In 1870, a former slave and Union soldier staked a homestead in Nebraska</title>
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<title>In 1968, a California landowner demanded $100 an acre for land that officials valued at $17</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The US government&#039;s lengthy legal struggle with Dean Brimhall culminated in a $400,000 buyout. The resolution saw the demolition of commercial facilities, including a lodge and petrol station, adjacent to Capitol Reef National Park. The agreement also put an end to quarrying operations on the land. This settlement balanced private ownership with conservation needs in southern Utah, allowing for the restoration of native vegetation managed by the park. ]]></description>
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<title>Trump And Musk Have Now Turned Their Bitter Feud Into A $100 Million Alliance</title>
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<title>Woman, 9&#45;Year&#45;Old Son Killed After Russian Drone Strikes Home In Ukraine</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The strike came a day after the United Nations said July was the deadliest month for Ukrainian civilians since the weeks following Moscow&#039;s all-out invasion of its neighbour more than four years ago. ]]></description>
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<title>14 On Board, $9.1 Million Yacht Sinks 4 Days After Delivery To Owner In Italy</title>
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<title>UK heatwaves help bananas fruit, experts explain why it’s unusual</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ .The attack took place in the Khad Kocha area as Langove was travelling from Quetta to Kalat, Balochistan government spokesperson Shahid Rind said. &quot;Six people were injured in the attack, but the minister remained unhurt and the convoy has returned to Quetta,&quot; Rind said. All six injured people suffered bullet wounds, according to a senior police official. Three of them were police personnel, with two reportedly in serious condition. ]]></description>
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<title>London river was declared &amp;apos;biologically dead&amp;apos; in 1957; decades later it is filled with sharks and seals</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The River Thames in London has made a remarkable recovery, evolving from a biologically barren stretch to a vibrant ecosystem full of life, such as sharks and seals. This revitalization is attributed to decades of pollution management and enhanced sewage systems. The Thames Tideway Tunnel plays a crucial role in minimizing sewage discharge. However, challenges like warming waters and nitrate pollution still pose threats. ]]></description>
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<title>As China, US Vie For Its Copper, Zambia Awaits Election Results</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ China is heavily invested in Zambia&#039;s copper sector, while the United States has shown new interest in the country as part of President Donald Trump&#039;s focus on critical minerals to ease China&#039;s dominance in that area. ]]></description>
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<title>5 Dead, Thousands Stranded As &amp;apos;Unprecedented&amp;apos; Rain Batters Japan</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ This month is already the wettest August recorded by the Chiba weather station in 60 years, Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) website data shows, with more than 30 centimetres (nearly 12 inches) of rain in 24 hours. ]]></description>
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<title>Russia Questions US Over Alleged Role In Ukraine&amp;apos;s Deep Strikes</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ No peace talks on Ukraine have taken place since February, when the US went to war with Iran and broke off its efforts to mediate between Moscow and Kyiv. ]]></description>
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<title>Quote of the day by MacKenzie Scott: &amp;quot;People struggling against inequities deserve center stage in…&amp;quot;</title>
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<title>Beluga whales may recognise themselves after 98&#45;session study</title>
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<title>&amp;apos;Sell Ukraine 10% Of Patriots And We Will Destroy All Russian Ballistic Missiles&amp;apos;: Zelensky To US</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ukraine has reported an acute shortage of Patriot interceptors since the United States and Israel went to war with Iran in February, diverting supplies of the advanced systems. ]]></description>
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<title>US Has A Bigger Problem In Hormuz Than Iran&amp;apos;s Resistance</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has dismissed reports about poor conditions aboard the Lincoln, calling them &quot;completely misrepresented.&quot; ]]></description>
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<title>Opinion: Opinion | How Far Is Saudi Arabia Really Willing To Go For Pakistan?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Riyadh may not afford to fully align its security commitments under the Mecca pact in a way that undermines its relationship with New Delhi. ]]></description>
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<title>Ohio family restores 60 acres of abandoned mine land with native trees</title>
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<title>Morocco is testing a &amp;apos;sponge&amp;apos; pavement that stays 16°F cooler by itself, aims at replacing black asphalt</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Morocco is pioneering a novel sponge pavement designed to enhance water management and mitigate heat effects. Unlike conventional black asphalt, this innovative surface enables water to seep through, promoting natural cooling through evaporation when moisture exists. This initiative aims to bolster urban climate resilience and elevate the comfort of residents, with pilot projects underway in Marrakech and Agadir as part of a larger sustainable city initiative. ]]></description>
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<title>Iowa man faces 124 charges after alleged capture of rare Alabama turtle</title>
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<title>Opinion: Opinion | 2 Attacks, 1 Uneasy Question For Sukhbir Badal: Have The Ghosts Of 2015 Moved On?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Badal has now faced two serious physical attacks at Sikh religious places in less than two years. Is religious atonement enough for political forgiveness? ]]></description>
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<title>&amp;apos;Serving Indian Army Better Than Gulf Job&amp;apos;: Nepal Youths&amp;apos; &amp;apos;Agniveer&amp;apos; Demand</title>
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<title>Team Trump Says US Losing $19&#45;$26 Billion A Year As Countries Dodge Tariffs</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A new White House report says countries reroute exports through other nations to dodge U.S. tariffs, costing up to $26 billion in lost revenue a year. ]]></description>
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<title>&amp;quot;Cleaner, Modern&amp;quot;: Instagram Changes Its Wordmark Logo After A Decade</title>
<link>https://surattimes.com/cleaner-modern-instagram-changes-its-wordmark-logo-after-a-decade</link>
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<title>When Karoline Leavitt Became Trump&amp;apos;s Voice On India&#45;US Trade, War With Pak</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Leavitt was not a policymaker. But the Trump veteran who served in his press office during his first term, emerged as one of the administration&#039;s most visible public messengers during Trump&#039;s second term at the White House ]]></description>
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<title>Pakistan Enters Moon Race: &amp;quot;Jinnah&#45;1&amp;quot; Rover Aims For South Pole Mission</title>
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<title>Paranormal Creator’s Fatal Crash: Jiang Xiaorou dies after July accident; family urges fans to stop speculation</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Jiang Xiaorou, a 24-year-old Chinese paranormal content creator, died on August 10 after suffering severe injuries in a July 15 traffic accident. Known for challenging superstition, she had more than 1.28 million Douyin followers. Her controversial videos, including one showing her destroying a Guanyin statue, resurfaced after her death. However, there is no evidence linking her accident to supernatural punishment, despite speculation circulating online. ]]></description>
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<title>Old Graduation Clip Resurfaces: Clavicular’s virtual ceremony goes viral; fans see quieter past</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A resurfaced video from Clavicular’s COVID-era middle school graduation has gone viral, giving fans a wholesome glimpse of the streamer before his rise to internet fame. The footage shows his name being announced during a virtual ceremony while his parents celebrate from home. Now 20, Clavicular has built a large following through IRL streams, looksmaxxing content and controversial online discussions, making the old clip especially surprising for fans. ]]></description>
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<title>Owens Reframes Kirk Assassination: Owens says grief fuels spiritual mission; video blends faith and audience engagement</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Candace Owens has opened up about how her feelings changed following Charlie Kirk’s assassination. She said she has moved beyond the initial trauma and no longer feels haunted, instead believing Kirk is spiritually “fighting alongside” her. Owens connected her optimism to her belief that truth will prevail and said she feels Charlie is still with them. She also encouraged viewers to support her show by purchasing merchandise. ]]></description>
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<title>Boeing&amp;apos;s Broken Engine Parts Hit Ryanair Jet Window Before Man&amp;apos;s Head Was Sucked Outside</title>
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<title>Trump Orders Navy To Return To Older System Of Launching Jets Off Aircraft Carriers</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The switch could cost billions and needs more sailors to operate, at a time when the Navy already has 20,000 unfilled fleet positions. ]]></description>
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<title>New Aircraft Carrier Heads To Middle East Amid Reports Of USS Lincoln Issue</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Pacific-based aircraft carrier USS George Washington has begun heading toward the Middle East as reports have emerged of mental health and supply issues aboard the long-deployed USS Abraham Lincoln. ]]></description>
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<title>11 Injured As Passenger Train Derails In Southern England</title>
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<title>World War II Memorial In Washington Vandalised With Bubbles, Graffiti</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The World War Two memorial in Washington was vandalized with bubbly soap and graffiti on Thursday, prompting vows from the US government to find the perpetrator. ]]></description>
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<title>Trump Announces Tariffs Of Up To 100% On Imported Drones To Counter China</title>
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<title>Several Homes Burnt, Residents Evacuated As UK Wildfire Intensifies</title>
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<title>UAE Says 2 Oil Vessels Hit By Iran In Strait Of Hormuz</title>
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<title>Quote by Karl Popper: &amp;apos;Those who promise us paradise on earth never produced anything but a hell&amp;apos;</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Karl Popper highlighted the dangers of striving for a perfect society, warning that such aspirations frequently lead to disastrous outcomes. He pointed out how leaders driven by utopian dreams tend to accumulate excessive power, often resulting in brutality. The French Revolution and several authoritarian regimes serve as stark illustrations of this trend. In the current era, technological advancements and corporate ideologies can echo these same pitfalls. ]]></description>
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<title>Quote of the day by Zeno: &amp;apos;We have two ears and one mouth, so we should listen more than we say&amp;apos;</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Zeno of Citium, originally a Phoenician trader, established Stoicism in the heart of ancient Athens. He advocated that true listening is an intentional skill rather than simply a precursor to responding. This timeless philosophy champions the value of understanding prior to action. Contemporary studies validate that active listening boosts trust and mitigates conflict, emphasizing the age-old design of our auditory and vocal apparatus. ]]></description>
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<title>US Court Dismisses Trump Administration Lawsuit Over Harvard Antisemitism</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ President Donald Trump has launched a campaign against major American universities, accusing them of giving free rein on their campuses to pro-Palestinian movements in the face of the Israeli offensive in the Gaza Strip. ]]></description>
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<title>Kennedy Center Board Votes To Restore Trump Name On Building: Reports</title>
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<title>Secret Trains And Fake Offices: How Russia Hides Putin</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ For years, journalists trying to track Russian President Vladimir Putin have had to look for clues in the strangest places, even the plants in his offices, according to a report by The New York Times. ]]></description>
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<title>Japan Protests Putin&amp;apos;s First Visit To Disputed Islands</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Russian-Japanese relations have long been dogged by the contested islands, known in Japan as the Northern Territories and seized by the Soviet Union in 1945. ]]></description>
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<title>Passenger Train Derails In UK, At Least 3 Coaches Left Lying On Their Side</title>
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<title>In 1962, New Jersey took a family&amp;apos;s property; they challenged the price and were awarded $350,000</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Exploring vintage postcards reveals a fascinating glimpse into coastal life in early New Jersey. Historian John Joseph Patrick Mulhern recounted his experiences on Sandy Hook, describing the thrilling days of tracking ships and conducting groundbreaking radio experiments. He vividly portrayed the operations of the Navesink lighthouses and the evolving landscape, showcasing the rich maritime heritage and community growth of the time. ]]></description>
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<title>US Weapons Faced Off Against Ukraine Drones In War Drill. The Superpower Lost</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ During the Combined Resolve exercise in April and May, Ukrainian drone teams repeatedly spotted and &quot;destroyed&quot; US troops and armoured vehicles taking part in the drill, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. ]]></description>
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<title>&amp;apos;Will Hide In Trash Can&amp;apos;: Iran Mocks Trump&amp;apos;s Plane Switch With Memes</title>
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<title>When USAID Shut In Nepal, Mothers And Babies Started Dying</title>
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<title>Mark Zuckerberg Predicts More Jobs Even As AI Transforms Workplaces</title>
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<title>Mystery Military Aircraft Caught On Camera Near US Airbase, B&#45;21 Raider Theory Emerges</title>
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<title>Amondawa tribe does not use weeks, months or years to describe time</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A court in Damascus sentenced Syria&#039;s ousted president Bashar al-Assad and his brother, Maher al-Assad, in absentia for murder, torture and crimes against humanity committed before and during Syria&#039;s 14-year civil war that left about half a million people dead. ]]></description>
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<title>Is Trump Really In &amp;quot;Excellent Health&amp;quot;? A Doctor Raises Important Questions</title>
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<title>Al&#45;Assad Faces Gallows In Damascus. In Russia, He Remains A Protected Guest</title>
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<title>30 senators flag delays in US visa appointments for Indian students</title>
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<title>Missile threat made Trump move to smaller US jet during Turkey visit: Report</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ US President Trump was secretly moved to a smaller aircraft due to a missile threat. This extraordinary security operation occurred during his return from Turkey last month. The larger presidential plane was used as a decoy while he traveled separately. Secret Service acted on credible and imminent intelligence regarding the danger. The operation remained secret to conceal the president&#039;s movements from potential attackers. ]]></description>
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<title>Credible Missile Threat Behind Trump&amp;apos;s Secret Aircraft Switch In Turkey: Report</title>
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<title>Millions Gather To Watch Spain&amp;apos;s 1st Total Solar Eclipse In Over A Century</title>
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<title>&amp;quot;We Are Low&#45;Keying It&amp;quot;: Trump Bets On Economic Pressure Against Iran</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The billionaire has since repeated that he is keeping the option of striking Tehran on the table, but prefers to stress the economic damage inflicted on the country through economic sanctions. ]]></description>
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<title>Trump Sued Over Paid Access To Truth Social Posts</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ According to the complaint, many of Trump&#039;s 9,000 to 11,000 Truth Social posts and reposts during his second White House term were never followed by official White House statements. ]]></description>
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<title>&amp;quot;Will Be One Of My Top Outside Advisors&amp;quot;: Trump After Karoline Leavitt Exit</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ US President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced that White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt will step down at the end of the month to spend more time with her young children and family. ]]></description>
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<title>Video: 2 Killed After US Army Apache Helicopter Crashes In Texas</title>
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<title>White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt To Leave Job</title>
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<title>Quote by Voltaire: &amp;apos;Life is a shipwreck, but we must not forget to sing in the lifeboats&amp;apos;</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Life often throws insurmountable challenges our way, yet how we respond is within our control. A saying mistakenly linked to Voltaire beautifully encapsulates this spirit of resilience. This notion complements Viktor Frankl&#039;s concept of tragic optimism, proposing that we can find joy amid adversity. Embracing radical acceptance allows us to confront our circumstances, paving the way to discover meaning and happiness even in the darkest times. ]]></description>
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<title>Quote by Montesquieu: &amp;apos;Success of most things depends upon knowing how long it will take to succeed&amp;apos;</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Jeff Bezos led Amazon by prioritizing a long-term vision rather than chasing short-term gains. This perspective aligns with Montesquieu&#039;s philosophy that success is often a lengthy journey. Misjudging project timeframes can lead to distress and hasty strategy changes. Insights from modern behavioral science highlight the planning fallacy and sunk cost biases. To excel in any domain, it is crucial to accurately grasp how long true mastery takes. ]]></description>
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<title>Google Pixel 11 Series Unveiled With New Chip, Upgraded Cameras. Check Prices</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Pixel 11 comes with a camera upgrade along with a 40 per cent thinner camera than the Pixel 10. ]]></description>
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<title>Jailed Russian, 19, Faces Deportation From France Over Nazi Salute</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A French national of Ukrainian origin, who appeared in court alongside the Russian man on Tuesday, was sentenced to six months in prison. ]]></description>
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<title>Sailors Tried To Jump Off US Warship Amid Long Iran War Deployment: Report</title>
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<title>After 23 years, US to pull out last troops from Iraq by September 30</title>
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<title>Florida completed a 2,560&#45;acre stormwater treatment landscape with 4,750 acre&#45;feet of storage</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A groundbreaking environmental restoration initiative in South Florida has marked a pivotal achievement with the completion of the Indian River Lagoon-South C-23/C-24 Stormwater Treatment Area. Designed to effectively capture and purify contaminated runoff before it can harm coastal ecosystems, this facility represents a crucial advancement in the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan and aims to enhance the health of essential estuaries and water quality overall. ]]></description>
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<title>Marco Rubio jokes he would ask Donald Trump to bomb Paraguay if he goes on a keto diet: &amp;apos;Just because I haven&amp;apos;t had any sugar&amp;apos;</title>
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<title>&amp;quot;Not A Marriott&amp;quot;: Andrew Tate, Brother Held In Solitary Confinement In Jail</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Brothers Andrew Tate, 39, and Tristan Tate, 38, were arrested in Miami on July 18 on an extradition request from Britain, which has charged them with rape. The former kickboxers who have dual US and British citizenship have denied wrongdoing. ]]></description>
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<title>Ukraine Destroys Air Defences Protecting Putin&amp;apos;s Rs 13,000&#45;Crore &amp;apos;Palace&amp;apos;</title>
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<title>Over 500 Humans Infected As Flesh&#45;Eating Screwworm Spreads Across North America</title>
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<title>France&amp;apos;s Largest Nuclear Plant Shut Down After Huge Jellyfish Swarm Clogs Pumps</title>
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<title>&amp;apos;Corrupt&amp;apos;: Trump Sued For Selling Early Access To Truth Social Posts</title>
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<title>Clavicular’s ‘I Can Fix Her’ Post: streamer hits on Ocasio&#45;Cortez; congresswoman stays silent</title>
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<title>Iran Knew Where Trump Was Staying During NATO Summit, Even His Floor: Report</title>
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<title>US High School Football Player Finds Venomous Snake Inside Helmet He Wore For An Hour</title>
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<title>Siletz Bay restores 37 acres of tidal wetlands after a century of diking turned marsh into pasture</title>
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<title>Zhu Rongji, former premier who changed China&amp;apos;s economic fate passes away at 97</title>
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<title>One&#45;third of global farmland accounts for about two&#45;thirds of agriculture&#45;linked biodiversity</title>
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<title>&amp;quot;You&amp;apos;re On A Dangerous Flight&amp;quot;: Trump Before Leaving Reporters On &amp;apos;Decoy&amp;apos; Plane</title>
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<title>Terrace&#45;Vaudreuil Becomes First Municipality To Officially Adopt Universal Declaration Of Tree Rights</title>
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<title>Couple Discovers Hidden Camera Pointed At Their Bed During Spain Trip, Airbnb Responds</title>
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<title>Opinion: Opinion | The Great IIT Dream Is Cracking: Why Even Top Degree&#45;Holders Are Unable To Find Jobs</title>
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<title>One Dead, 172 Rescued As Ferry Catches Fire In Indonesia</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Empowered by compassion, five-year-old Rosie is taking on a four-mile scooter challenge in a princess dress to support her friend Sid&#039;s home adaptations. Incredibly, she has raised more than four thousand pounds to help Sid obtain necessary modifications, including a through-floor lift and accessible facilities. Sid&#039;s family expresses deep gratitude for Rosie&#039;s inspiring initiative and unwavering generosity during this crucial time. ]]></description>
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<description><![CDATA[ A shipwreck discovered off Croatia&#039;s Mljet island yielded a significant gold treasure.  This find includes a gold signet ring and a gem-encrusted belt, dating back centuries.  The vessel&#039;s cargo offers new insights into the Byzantine Empire&#039;s trade and history.  Researchers are analyzing artifacts to understand the voyage&#039;s purpose and context.  This discovery challenges previous notions about the region during the early medieval period. ]]></description>
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<title>Indian&#45;Origin Man Accused Of Identity Fraud: Deported In 1995, Became US Citizen In 2008</title>
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<title>Lake Kariba ferry tragedy: Overcrowding concerns due to uncertain passenger counts</title>
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<title>China Is Winning Back Foreign Tourists, One Viral Reel At A Time</title>
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<title>When Bill Clinton Used A Secret Decoy Plane During 2000 India&#45;Pak Travel</title>
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<title>Google Team Tells Applicants Its HR Filters May Miss Qualified Candidates</title>
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<title>&amp;quot;I Don&amp;apos;t Worry&amp;quot;: Trump&amp;apos;s &amp;quot;Whatever Attitude&amp;quot; Reply On Plane Switch In Turkey</title>
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<title>&amp;quot;Things Shaping Up In Favour Of Peace&amp;quot;: Pak Says US&#45;Iran Deal May Be Near</title>
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<title>North Korea fires second ballistic missile in a week ahead of US&#45;South Korea war drills</title>
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<title>Russia kills 10 in Ukraine as Zelenskyy accuses Moscow of using N Korean missiles</title>
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<title>From fast fashion to fast repairs: Clothing brands push in&#45;store mending to draw GenZ</title>
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<title>Yemen Says 6 Killed In Houthi Strike On Ship In Red Sea</title>
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<title>North Korea Fires Missile Towards Sea Ahead of US&#45;South Korean Drills</title>
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<title>India&amp;apos;s High Commissioner Meets PM Modi To Strengthen Bangladesh Ties</title>
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<title>Zimbabwe Boat Carrying 95 People Capsizes, Several Feared Dead</title>
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<title>New York Woman Pleads Guilty To Smuggling Indians Into US Via Canada Border</title>
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<title>North Korea Fires Suspected Ballistic Missile Towards Sea: Japan</title>
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<title>Quote of the day by Peter Thiel: &amp;apos;First mover advantage is a trap, it&amp;apos;s much better to be the last mover&amp;apos;</title>
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<title>Chat With Putin Led To Ex&#45;US Marine&amp;apos;s Release From Russian Jail, Says Trump</title>
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<title>Quote of the day by Michael Bloomberg: &amp;apos;I&amp;apos;m not smarter than anybody else but I can outwork you&amp;apos;, and a controversial career advice</title>
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<title>Indian student charged for killing 81&#45;year&#45;old man in Florida after driving Cadillac like a bullet at 100mph, attorney asks court to allow him to return to Columbia University</title>
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<title>This day in space: NASA launched first successful communications satellite in 1960</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ On August 12, 1960, NASA launched Echo 1A, a 100-foot balloon that became its first successful communications satellite. The passive spacecraft reflected telephone, radio and television signals between distant points on Earth. It also helped NASA study atmospheric density, solar pressure and satellite triangulation before re-entering Earth’s atmosphere in 1968. ]]></description>
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<title>Airport Truck, Bunker, Golf Cart: 5 Unusual Places Trump Went Into Hiding</title>
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<title>No Maternity Leave For Government Employees Expecting 4th Child: Court</title>
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<title>US Energy Firm Unloads Drilling Equipment In Greenland Without Permit</title>
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<title>&amp;apos;I&amp;apos;m their banker&amp;apos;: Trump says US controls Iran&amp;apos;s frozen assets as he threatens economic or military action</title>
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<title>King Charles’ death falsely announced, followed by national anthem and 16 minutes of silence</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ King Charles’ death was mistakenly announced on UK radio station Radio Caroline after a staff member accidentally aired pre-recorded statements prepared for such an event. The broadcast included the national anthem and 16 minutes of silence before regular programming resumed. Ofcom ruled that the station breached broadcast standards over the inaccurate report and delayed correction. ]]></description>
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<title>Watch: &amp;apos;Laughing&amp;apos; Golfer Struck By Lightning While Sheltering From Storm Under Tree</title>
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<title>Meet Dennis Hope: The man who claimed the Moon and made millions</title>
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<title>&amp;apos;Electric Shocks, Sexual Abuse&amp;apos;: Ex&#45;Ukrainian Prisoners Of War Speak At UN</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ In the second quarter, Trump Media faced a dramatic loss of $238 million despite seeing its revenue more than double. However, operating losses expanded significantly, prompting the company to abandon new ventures like online betting and cryptocurrency. Their focus has shifted to the Truth API service, aimed at trading firms, while a nuclear fusion project with TAE Technologies remains on track. ]]></description>
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<title>Opinion: Opinion | Three Adversaries Become 4: Why The Saudi&#45;Turkey&#45;Pak Deal Is A Headache For India</title>
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<title>Military Flight, Catering Truck: How Trump Escaped Iran Assassination Threat</title>
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<title>Libya Military Intelligence Chief Killed In Car Blast: Report</title>
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<title>Quote of the day by Pavel Durov: &amp;apos;My success and health come from 20+ years of abstaining from alcohol, tobacco, coffee, pills, and illegal drugs&amp;apos;</title>
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<title>Colombian President Declares Emergency After Earthquake Kills More Than 100</title>
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<title>30 Years On, Man Accused Of Orchestrating Tupac Shakur&amp;apos;s Murder Faces Trial</title>
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<title>Smash&#45;and&#45;grab jewelry heist at Indian store on New Jersey: Valuables worth $1 million stolen in 1 minute</title>
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<title>69 Killed After 7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Colombia, Situation &amp;quot;Critical&amp;quot;</title>
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<title>R&amp;amp;AW Chief Meets Bangladesh Defence Adviser Amid Diplomatic Reset</title>
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<title>Iran Sought War Damages From US. Trump Flips Table, Sends Own Bill To Tehran</title>
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<title>47 Killed After 7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Colombia, Situation &amp;quot;Critical&amp;quot;</title>
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<title>Japan&amp;apos;s Princess Akiko Visits Bhutan To Mark 40 Years of Ties, Meets King</title>
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<title>Sofa Factory Fire In Saudi Arabia Kills 16 Bangladeshi Migrant Workers</title>
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<title>Sri Lanka’s solar projects threaten elephant habitat in Hambantota</title>
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<title>Russian&#45;Born Citizen Shot By FBI 2 Years Ago. His Family Doesn&amp;apos;t Know Why</title>
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<title>Putin To Mobilise 5 Lakh Fighters Amid Fear Over His &amp;quot;Last Option&amp;quot;: Report</title>
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<title>Russia And Ukraine Fill Sky With Drones, Civilians Paying Price With Blood</title>
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<title>Putin To Mobilise 5 Lakh Fighters As Fears Grow Of Nuclear &amp;quot;Last Resort&amp;quot;: Report</title>
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<title>Opinion: Opinion | Pakistan&amp;apos;s Kashmir &amp;apos;Story&amp;apos; Is Now Collapsing Under The Weight Of Its Own Contradictions</title>
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<title>One man spent decades transforming a barren Kenyan quarry into a wildlife sanctuary</title>
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<title>‘It wasn&amp;apos;t a rock’: Roman shipwreck over 2,000 years old discovered off Sicily</title>
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<title>Blueface faces backlash after controversial comment sparks heated clash with woman during viral livestream</title>
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<title>&amp;apos;Put Differences Aside&amp;apos;: Pakistan Asks Muslim Nations To Join &amp;apos;Islamic NATO&amp;apos;</title>
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<title>Elon Musk Added $875 Million A Day To His Fortune Since 2025: Report</title>
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<title>Over 1 Million Evacuated As Typhoon Dolphin Disrupts Flights Across China</title>
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<title>&amp;apos;Bruised Body Of Woman&amp;apos; Found In Australia, It Turned Out To Be A Sex Doll</title>
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<title>Indian Envoy Meets Bangladesh PM Amid Row Over Sheikh Hasina Press Event</title>
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<title>A $20 Million Wedding Reveals Who Really Holds Power In Zimbabwe</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A lavish $17.5 million wedding among Harare&#039;s elite laid bare how tycoons helped scrap elections and extend the president&#039;s term to 2030. ]]></description>
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<title>&amp;apos;20 Warships Near Iran&amp;apos;: US&amp;apos; Hormuz Warning Amid Trump&amp;apos;s &amp;quot;Semi&#45;Negotiations&amp;quot;</title>
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<title>Bengal Tea Farmer Kidnapped, Taken To Bangladesh To Secure Intruder&amp;apos;s Release</title>
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<title>Better Governance, Clearer Rules: India&amp;apos;s Mythbuster On Foreign Funding Bill</title>
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<title>Bengal Tea Farmer Kidnapped By Bangladeshis To Secure Intruder&amp;apos;s Release</title>
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<title>More than 20 US warships deployed against Iran in Hormuz; 55 vessels redirected</title>
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<title>Women’s public role shrinks in China as official rhetoric shift towards family: Study</title>
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<title>A Californian City Declares State Of Emergency Following Cyberattack On Emergency Systems</title>
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<title>Quote of the day by Arthur Schopenhauer: &amp;apos;Talent hits a target no one else can hit. Genius hits...&amp;apos;</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Arthur Schopenhauer articulated a clear distinction between talent and genius, describing talent as the ability to achieve well-defined goals while genius encompasses a visionary perspective, identifying targets that remain hidden to most. This insight delineates how talent thrives within established frameworks, whereas genius disrupts norms, prompting transformative change. This philosophical distinction is essential for fostering creativity and personal growth in contemporary contexts. ]]></description>
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<title>Quote of the day by Zhuangzi: &amp;apos;Rewards and punishment is the lowest form of education&amp;apos;</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The ancient philosopher Zhuangzi posited that rewards and punishments represent the most rudimentary form of education. He argued that relying on external controls stifles true human nature and impedes natural growth. Today, many educational systems still employ grades and fear tactics, manipulating students similarly to animals. Supporting this, Edward Deci&#039;s studies indicate that external rewards can diminish intrinsic enjoyment. ]]></description>
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<title>No more strikes on Iran? Trump says US going &amp;apos;low key&amp;apos;, stresses economic pressure over military op</title>
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<title>Amid Questions Over Mojtaba Khamenei&amp;apos;s Health, An Iran President&#45;Supreme Leader Meet</title>
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<title>How To Spot Perseid Meteor Shower, A Light Show That Promises To Dazzle</title>
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<title>&amp;quot;We&amp;apos;re Low&#45;Keying It&amp;quot;: Trump On US&#45;Iran Negotiations</title>
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<title>Denmark shooting: Several wounded as police suspect gang&#45;related feud</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A shooting incident in Holbaek on Sunday left several individuals injured. Local police were alerted to the situation around 3:45 PM, promptly responding to the chaotic scene. Authorities are investigating the possibility that this attack is linked to ongoing rivalries among criminal groups. Reports suggest that the suspects fled the area in a white vehicle. Police are asking for any witnesses or information to aid in the investigation. ]]></description>
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<title>In 1987, Orlando put 1,200 acres of constructed wetlands to work cleaning reclaimed water</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Orlando&#039;s constructed wetlands, established in 1987, treat billions of gallons of reclaimed water annually.  Aquatic plants absorb nutrients, but decaying matter creates sediment buildup over time.  Periodic earthmoving, known as demucking, removes this organic muck to restore marsh function.  This process involves draining, scraping, and replanting native species in 100-acre sections.  Such long-term maintenance ensures the wetland&#039;s continued effectiveness in water purification. ]]></description>
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<title>7 civilians killed in Russia&#45;Ukraine overnight strikes; Moldova reports drone explosion</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine escalated overnight, with strikes claiming the lives of seven civilians and injuring many others. Russian drones and missiles targeted Kharkiv and Odesa, causing severe damage. In retaliation, Ukraine&#039;s drone strikes in Russia&#039;s Belgorod region killed five individuals. Furthermore, a powerful explosion near Moldova&#039;s border hinted at the presence of combat drones. Hostilities continue as both nations prioritize attacks on military and infrastructural objectives. ]]></description>
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<title>Syria Says Reached Deal With Moscow On 2 Russian Bases</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Russia was a key Assad ally during the 13-year conflict, helping to keep the former leader in power, and his ouster in 2024 dealt a major blow to its influence in the region. ]]></description>
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<title>Ukraine&amp;apos;s Zelensky Claims Russia To Deploy 50,000 North Korean Troops</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Volodymyr Zelensky said Kyiv had found some North Korean missiles in Ukraine&#039;s territory, without disclosing their locations. ]]></description>
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<title>Trump Started Iran War Over Nukes, He Will Give It Up For Hormuz: Report</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Wall Street Journal, citing US officials, reported that Trump has spent weeks preparing the ground for such an outcome and has privately told senior aides that he could walk away without obtaining a new nuclear agreement. ]]></description>
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<title>Snipers On Rooftops, Decoys On Roads: Dublin Preps For Cartel Boss&amp;apos;s Trial &#45; won</title>
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<title>Trump&amp;apos;s hair&#45;do turns heads, has America all tangled up</title>
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<title>Florida drained land for a giant subdivision in the 1960s; 2026 restoration reverses it</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Picayune Strand Restoration Project in Southwest Florida has been completed after years of work to restore the natural flow of water across 55,000 acres of wetlands. The project removed more than 260 miles of roads and plugged almost 50 miles of canals. The work is expected to improve wetlands, water quality and wildlife habitat. ]]></description>
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<title>In the 1990s, New York chose wetlands over conventional storm sewers on Staten Island</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ In an innovative move, New York City has turned to its natural wetlands for stormwater management, resulting in significant cost savings. The Bluebelt initiative has replaced expensive underground drainage systems with revitalized waterways, integrating both green and grey infrastructure to manage runoff efficiently. This strategic framework not only safeguards and extends essential wetland areas but also boosts the city&#039;s resilience against the impacts of climate change and pollution. ]]></description>
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<title>Forced Disappearances Of Minors Continue In Karachi, Balochistan: Report</title>
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<title>Decade In Dubai, Then Dublin: Extraordinary Security For Daniel Kinahan Trial</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kinahan has been held in custody in Dubai since his arrest on April 17. He recently lost his final appeal against extradition. ]]></description>
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<title>US Must Pressure Netanyahu To Accept Gaza Deal: Hamas Official</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hamas expects the mediators and the American guarantor to pressure Netanyahu, said Bassem Naim. ]]></description>
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<title>US satellites hunting secret nuclear tests accidentally detected first gamma&#45;ray burst in 1967</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Gamma-ray bursts are among the most powerful explosions observed in the universe. First accidentally detected by Vela satellites in 1967, they puzzled scientists for decades. Research later showed that these bursts come from distant cosmic events, including massive stars collapsing and neutron star mergers. Yet their powerful jets still hold mysteries. ]]></description>
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<title>‘We know how to stand up to American ideas&amp;apos;: Israeli PM Netanyahu rejects Trump&amp;apos;s 15&#45;point Gaza plan</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Israel has turned down a US proposal regarding the peace process in Gaza, with Prime Minister Netanyahu firmly asserting that Hamas must be completely disarmed before any Israeli forces withdraw. He mentioned that discussions are ongoing with Washington. Conversely, Hamas demands a complete Israeli troop withdrawal as a prerequisite for negotiation, reflecting significant barriers to advancing beyond the current ceasefire. ]]></description>
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<title>Two Women Chase Departing Plane Across Moscow Airport Tarmac After Missing Flight</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Rather than returning to the terminal to rebook their journey, they allegedly made their way into the restricted apron area. ]]></description>
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<title>Russia To India Direct Train Link? Moscow Considers Move: Report</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The proposal for alternative trade routes emerges against the backdrop of escalating maritime disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz following armed hostilities involving the US, Israel, and Iran. ]]></description>
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<title>Indian Man Allegedly Kills 19&#45;Year&#45;Old American Girlfriend, Arrested In Germany After Fleeing US</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Sharks are being used as mobile ocean sensors by University of Delaware researchers in a new study that could help improve hurricane forecasts. Electronic tags attached to sharks collect water temperature, salinity and depth data as the animals move through the Atlantic. Scientists hope the information will improve understanding of ocean conditions that influence hurricane intensity. ]]></description>
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<title>Punch thrives after virality: Once&#45;orphaned macaque turns 1</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Punch, the orphaned Japanese macaque, joyously celebrated his first birthday, receiving heartfelt greetings from around the world. Now a part of a vibrant troop, he enjoys playful interactions and grooming sessions with fellow macaques. Generous donations funded significant upgrades to his enclosure, including plush toys from IKEA, and millions in contributions are set to enhance all macaque habitats, particularly to tackle welfare issues during Japan&#039;s sweltering summers. ]]></description>
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<title>Lashkar Commander Found Dead Hours After Having Food At Unfamiliar Eatery In Pakistan</title>
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<title>JD Vance Says Iran Has &amp;quot;No Plans&amp;quot; For Hormuz Toll, Tehran Lists Demands</title>
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<title>What Is &amp;apos;Margarita Burn&amp;apos;? US Woman&amp;apos;s Painful Experience Serves As A Warning</title>
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<title>How 10 billion trees transformed South Korea&amp;apos;s post&#45;war forests</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Unusually low water levels in Budapest’s Danube River have exposed Second World War remains hidden for around 80 years. Recovery teams found the bodies of two Wehrmacht soldiers, their well-preserved identity discs, a German military motorbike, anti-tank mines and other wartime objects near Batthyány Square. The finds could help identify the soldiers and reveal more about Budapest’s final wartime days. ]]></description>
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<title>Biologists tagged an 87&#45;pound paddlefish in 2007; 18 years later, the fish weighed 98 pounds</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ An impressive paddlefish, initially tagged in 2007, made headlines when an angler recaught it after an astonishing eighteen years. This ancient species revealed invaluable long-term growth data to scientists, adding eleven pounds and increasing its length by three inches. Such recaptures are pivotal, offering critical insights into fish survival and migration, underscoring the necessity of sustained fish tagging initiatives for conservation efforts. ]]></description>
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<title>Donald Trump&amp;apos;s Hair Sparks Memes Online After Las Vegas Appearance</title>
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<title>Iran Releases Undated Video Of Mojtaba Khamenei Amid Health Rumours</title>
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<title>Pilots Of Helicopter That Crashed While Fighting Utah Wildfire Die</title>
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<title>Scientists bred 39 surviving clams in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon; they have since outplanted 65 million</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Florida&#039;s Indian River Lagoon shows signs of recovery after decades of environmental decline.  Scientists are restoring critical habitats like reefs, shellfish beds, seagrass, and wetlands.  Efforts focus on reintroducing clams, which were nearly extinct due to overharvesting and algal blooms.  Millions of juvenile and adult &quot;super clams&quot; have been released into the lagoon.  Local governments are addressing runoff issues to support the lagoon&#039;s ongoing restoration. ]]></description>
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<title>Palau removed invasive rats; a year later, fish biomass rose 183% and leaf nitrogen jumped 80%</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A new study from Ulong Island in Palau has found the first experimental evidence that restoring seabird populations by removing invasive rats can also help nearby coral reefs recover. Within a year, researchers recorded more seabirds, increased nutrient movement from land to sea and higher fish biomass, showing that island restoration can benefit both terrestrial and marine ecosystems. ]]></description>
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<title>Britain is dropping 20 concrete reef cubes and 44 tons of scallop shells into the sea to bring back native oysters</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Engineered concrete cubes are being deployed in Britain&#039;s North Sea to restore native oyster populations. These structures provide a stable foundation for oysters and habitat for marine life. The project aims to rebuild a collapsed ecosystem after a significant decline in oyster numbers. Volunteers are actively involved in cleaning and attaching oysters to the reef cubes. ]]></description>
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<title>Canada Deports Over 3,000 Indian Nationals In First Half Of 2026: Report</title>
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<title>Why US Navy Is Adding More Missile Cells To 19 Virginia&#45;Class Submarines</title>
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<title>Indian&#45;Origin Woman&amp;apos;s Partner Arrested 7 Months After Her Murder In Canada</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Abdul Ghafoori, 32, was wanted by the police on the charge of first-degree murder of his 30-year-old partner, Himanshi Khurana. ]]></description>
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<title>Colombia rocked by car bomb blast a day after new President takes charge</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ In southwestern Colombia, a car bomb detonated at a toll plaza on Saturday, just a day after Abelardo de la Espriella took office as president. The army promptly attributed the incident to dissident FARC factions, leaving two security guards injured. In response, President de la Espriella issued a stern warning to armed groups, urging them to comply with the rule of law. ]]></description>
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<title>Dozens of Nigerians freed after six months in jihadi captivity</title>
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<title>Military Pact With Pak, Saudi Arabia Same As NATO&amp;apos;s Defence Agreement: Turkey</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said the new alliance was not directed against Iran or any other country, but rather served as a general pledge to support the three allies&#039; security. ]]></description>
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<title>US Senate Advances Landmark Crypto Bill Before Heading On August Recess</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The crypto industry spent more than $119 million backing pro-crypto candidates in the 2024 election hoping to advance the Clarity Act and stablecoin law. ]]></description>
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<title>Pilot, 3 Of A Family Killed In Helicopter Crash In Rio De Janeiro</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The aircraft went down near Vista Chinesa, a replica of a Chinese pagoda known for its high-altitude vantage point, with its views of Rio from the heart of the forest. ]]></description>
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<title>Quote of the day on love: &amp;apos;Find what you love and let it kill you&amp;apos;</title>
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<title>Death of PhD student Vikram Mubayi after California hike leaves family seeking answers</title>
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<title>What Will It Take To Open Strait Of Hormuz? Iran Issues List Of Demands</title>
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<title>Drone, Likely From Ukraine, Explodes In Bulgaria Near Gas Pipeline</title>
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<title>As Russia, Ukraine Trade Missiles, Zelensky Lands In Moscow&#45;Friendly Serbia</title>
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<title>&amp;apos;Collector Of Souls&amp;apos;: Ukraine Mourns Volunteer Killed Recovering War Dead</title>
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<title>Iran Claims Hormuz Deal Close, But Adds Caveat For Opening Strait</title>
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<title>2 Days After Suspected Drone Attack, More Spotted Above German Military Base</title>
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<title>&amp;quot;Mom, Don&amp;apos;t Call Me&amp;quot;: Students Describe Deadly Thailand School Shooting</title>
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<title>Syrian spy chief accused of 2015 &amp;apos;Children&amp;apos;s Massacre&amp;apos; hiding in Moscow: Report</title>
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<title>Abu Dhabi National Oil Company Tanker Attacked In Hormuz, UAE Blames Iran</title>
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<title>Nepal University Cancels Tibet Event Citing Official Order, Government Denies</title>
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<title>In A Boost To Trump, Todd Blanche Narrowly Confirmed As US Attorney General</title>
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<title>&amp;apos;Looking For You&amp;apos;: Teen In Clown Costume Suspected Of Killing US Man At Home</title>
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<title>Europe Gets Its Starlink Rival, Expands IRIS Satellite Constellation</title>
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<title>&amp;quot;Naturalised Citizen&amp;quot;: US Backs Indian&#45;Origin Woman Accused Of &amp;quot;Visa Fraud&amp;quot;</title>
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