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VAR heartache for Iran: Why Shoja Khalilzadeh’s late winner is ruled out

VAR heartache for Iran: Why Shoja Khalilzadeh’s late winner is ruled out

On Saturday, Iran suffered heartbreak at Seattle Stadium as a 93rd-minute brilliant strike from Shoja Khalilzadeh was empathetically disallowed by VAR...

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France records around 1,000 excess deaths during deadly heatwave

France records around 1,000 excess deaths during deadly heatwave

On Sunday, Paris health officials reportedly confirmed that there had been 1,000 more deaths than expected during the sweltering conditions that have...

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Microsoft raises Xbox console prices as component costs soar

Microsoft raises Xbox console prices as component costs soar

Microsoft has reportedly announced that it will raise the prices of its Xbox game consoles, marking a significant shift, hours after Apple declared...

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US announces breakthrough framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon

US announces breakthrough framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has reportedly announced a framework agreement between Lebanon and Israel after official discussions in...

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Billionaire Leon Black abruptly walks out of Epstein investigation hearing

Billionaire Leon Black abruptly walks out of Epstein investigation hearing

Billionaire financier Leon Black’s closed-door testimony before the House Oversight Committee ended abruptly on Friday when he walked out of the...

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Russia’s next move? Sources fear possible ‘provocation’ in Baltic states or Poland

Russia’s next move? Sources fear possible ‘provocation’ in Baltic states or Poland

Russia is reportedly preparing for a possible “provocation” in the Baltic states or Poland in a bid to test the solidarity of the western military...

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Did NASA just uncover evidence of ancient life on Mars? Key discoveries explained

Did NASA just uncover evidence of ancient life on Mars? Key discoveries explained

Nasa’s Perseverance has achieved a major breakthrough in detecting complex carbon molecules in Martian rocks that are already in the limelight for...

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Iran issues stark warning against crossing Strait of Hormuz without authorisation

Iran issues stark warning against crossing Strait of Hormuz without authorisation

The Iran Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) has reportedly issued a warning against any crossings of the Strait of Hormuz without authorisation, criticizing...

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Trump's first comments on Andy Burnham spark political buzz

Trump's first comments on Andy Burnham spark political buzz

In his first public comments regarding the former Greater Manchester mayor, Donald Trump gave his verdict on Andy Burnham, labeling him “extremely...

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Inside the Trump-linked firm lobbying for pardons: How it landed a $500,000 client

Inside the Trump-linked firm lobbying for pardons: How it landed a $500,000 client

In a significant move, a group of Trump’s former campaign and administration officials reportedly launched a federal lobbying practice when he...

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Seedance 2.5 Model introduces 30-second generation capabilities: Here’s what users need to know

Seedance 2.5 Model introduces 30-second generation capabilities: Here’s what users need to know

In the rapidly evolving world of AI, a major shift is underway as the industry’s prominent tech companies release a massive wave of major...

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Why airlines are still being told to avoid Iran’s airspace despite the new framework deal

Why airlines are still being told to avoid Iran’s airspace despite the new framework deal

The EU aviation safety agency EASA reportedly said that airlines should continue to bypass the airspace over Iran, Iraq and Lebanon, and remain...

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What Kim Jong Un’s commissioning of North Korea’s largest-ever warship means: Key implications explained

What Kim Jong Un’s commissioning of North Korea’s largest-ever warship means: Key implications explained

North Korea has reportedly commissioned its largest-ever warship, a 5,000-ton destroyer, marking a significant move that could give its adversaries...

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How a clean sweep for Mamdani-backed candidates is sending shockwaves through New York’s Democratic party

How a clean sweep for Mamdani-backed candidates is sending shockwaves through New York’s Democratic party

In a major strategic maneuver that has significantly reshaped New York City’s political landscape, Representative Dan Goldman has been defeated in a...

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Why oil prices plunged below $75 as Strait of Hormuz shipping began to recover

Why oil prices plunged below $75 as Strait of Hormuz shipping began to recover

On Monday, US crude prices fell 2.7% to about $74 per barrel following a significant announcement by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent regarding a...

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Cybersecurity faces AI threat sooner than expected, Five Eyes spy partners warn

Cybersecurity faces AI threat sooner than expected, Five Eyes spy partners warn

The Five Eyes intelligence alliance reportedly warned today that the most advanced artificial intelligence models are progressing rapidly enough to...

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UK business activity contracts as Sterling eases amid Keir Starmer succession uncertainty

UK business activity contracts as Sterling eases amid Keir Starmer succession uncertainty

On Tuesday, the British pound depreciated against a stronger dollar as investors sought more details on the replacement for UK Prime Minister Keir...

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Mysterious interstellar comet passing our solar system may be 12 billion years old, scientists say

Mysterious interstellar comet passing our solar system may be 12 billion years old, scientists say

Astronomers studying the intriguing comet 3I/ATLAS on Monday said that this visitor is incredibly ancient, potentially nearly three times older than...

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Ukraine intensifies strikes on Crimea’s fuel infrastructure, targeting oil facilities

Ukraine intensifies strikes on Crimea’s fuel infrastructure, targeting oil facilities

On Sunday, Russian authorities halted fuel sales to the public in the occupied region of Crimea as Ukraine sustained its attacks on the peninsula....

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SpaceX reaches major financial milestone as shares tumble from record high

SpaceX reaches major financial milestone as shares tumble from record high

On Thursday, SpaceX secured investment-grade credit ratings by all three leading agencies following its record stock market debut, though freshly...

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High-stakes US-Iran talks to begin in Switzerland as Tehran claims Strait of Hormuz is closed

High-stakes US-Iran talks to begin in Switzerland as Tehran claims Strait of Hormuz is closed

Open discussions between the US and Iran are all set to begin in Switzerland, after Iran's announcement that it has closed the Strait of Hormuz...

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Europe’s viral doomsday scenario explained: Key facts and what it really means

Europe’s viral doomsday scenario explained: Key facts and what it really means

A viral speculative report titled Europe 2031 has ignited controversy among EU policymakers by laying out a doomsday scenario designed to shake up...

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Who is Tori Penso? Meet the referee behind historic World Cup moment

Who is Tori Penso? Meet the referee behind historic World Cup moment

On Thursday, Tori Penso lifted the whistle to her lips and signaled the start of the major Group A clash between Czechia and South Africa at Atlanta...

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Trump makes major U-turn on Anthropic; says AI firm is no longer a national security threat

Trump makes major U-turn on Anthropic; says AI firm is no longer a national security threat

US President Donald Trump stated that he previously considered the artificial intelligence company Anthropic to be a national security threat. The...

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Qantas set to make aviation history with world’s longest nonstop commercial flight from Sydney to London

Qantas set to make aviation history with world’s longest nonstop commercial flight from Sydney to London

Qantas has taken a significant step toward launching the world’s longest nonstop commercial flight in October 2027. This marks an industry first,...

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Telegram faces intense Ofcom scrutiny after alleged arsonist linked to Starmer properties used app

Telegram faces intense Ofcom scrutiny after alleged arsonist linked to Starmer properties used app

Telegram is reportedly handling inquiries from Ofcom over how it detects and blocks the instigation of illicit activities after a Ukrainian man was...

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Who is Andy Burnham? ‘King of the north’ gains momentum to challenge Starmer after UK by-election

Who is Andy Burnham? ‘King of the north’ gains momentum to challenge Starmer after UK by-election

Andy Burnham, who has twice run unsuccessfully for the leadership of Britain's governing Labour Party, has cruised to victory in a high-stakes...

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Saudi Aramco expands oil storage capacity after global turmoil: Here's why

Saudi Aramco expands oil storage capacity after global turmoil: Here's why

On Thursday, the world-renowned oil giant Aramco explored expanding its global oil storage capacity after energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz...

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AI boom could make Apple products more expensive, Tim Cook warns

AI boom could make Apple products more expensive, Tim Cook warns

Apple CEO Tim Cook reportedly announced that the prices of Apple products will rise, triggered by the surging new demand for memory chips amid the...

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Iran deal at risk: US warns of naval blockade if Tehran fails to meet commitments

Iran deal at risk: US warns of naval blockade if Tehran fails to meet commitments

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reportedly says that the US is all set to “reimpose an ironclad blockade” if Iran fails to follow the rules of...

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EU Parliament approves ‘strictest-ever’ migration law: Key changes explained

EU Parliament approves ‘strictest-ever’ migration law: Key changes explained

The European Parliament has taken a significant step toward implementing a new EU law allowing deportation centers outside the bloc, as mainstream...

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Ancient ‘Robin Hood’ tree dies after 1,200 years: Experts weigh in on what happens next

Ancient ‘Robin Hood’ tree dies after 1,200 years: Experts weigh in on what happens next

Experts believe that a massive ancient oak tree has stood in the center of an iconic timberland for hundreds of years and may have been loved to...

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Can you split a photon in half? Key facts explained

Can you split a photon in half? Key facts explained

Physicists speculated about what would happen if you tried to split a photon, and they discovered some anomalous behavior that may transform the way...

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Netanyahu’s corruption trial hits key milestone as prosecutors ends final cross-examination

Netanyahu’s corruption trial hits key milestone as prosecutors ends final cross-examination

In a significant move, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s cross examination in his criminal trial concluded on Tuesday after a year of testimony,...

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UK regulator unveils new Google search rules in push for ‘fairer’ businesses deals

UK regulator unveils new Google search rules in push for ‘fairer’ businesses deals

The Competition and Markets Authority formally presented two new conduct requirements for Google’s search services on Wednesday under its regulatory...

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Ford major move to cut engine recalls: Here’s what drivers need to know

Ford major move to cut engine recalls: Here’s what drivers need to know

Ford has officially acknowledged its persistent quality control issues by shattering records in 2025 for the most vehicles recalled in a single year,...

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Three Iranian tankers break months-long US blockade, leaving shipowners in ‘wary disbelief’ over Hormuz

Three Iranian tankers break months-long US blockade, leaving shipowners in ‘wary disbelief’ over Hormuz

In a major political breakthrough, three sanctioned Iranian oil tankers carrying nearly five million barrels of crude oil have reportedly exited the...

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DeepSeek avoids US blacklist as Washington cracks down on more than 100 Chinese firms

DeepSeek avoids US blacklist as Washington cracks down on more than 100 Chinese firms

The US has reportedly postponed adding China’s AI startup DeepSeek and more than 100 other companies classified as national security risks to the...

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Trump makes bold claim on Iran deal: ‘Tehran won’t have a nuclear weapon’

US President Donald Trump reiterated on Tuesday that a provisional agreement with Iran makes clear that Tehran would never be allowed to develop a...

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SpaceX set to surpass Amazon’s market cap as IPO hype continues to surge

The shares of the Elon-Musk owned company SpaceX significantly rose more than 10 percent in premarket trading on Tuesday.  While this major surge...

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Barack and Michelle Obama’s stunning first joint portrait unveiled ahead of presidential center opening

The Obama Foundation on Monday reportedly unveiled the first official portrait of former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama...

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BOM declares strong El Niño: What Australians should expect

The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has reportedly proclaimed that an active El Niño could become a historic event in the modern era. The phenomenon is...

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Japan interest rates hit a three-decade high: What you need to know

Japan’s central bank has reportedly lifted its central benchmark rate to a new 31-year-high following a soar in global energy prices, marking a...

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Four Iranian banks hit by cyberattack, prompting major service disruptions

A cyberattack disrupted major Iranian banks on Sunday, though no data breach was compromised, according to the country’s Banking Coordination...

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British armed forces intercept Russian shadow fleet vessel in high-stakes channel operation

United Kingdom Prime minister, Keir Starmer reportedly confirmed that British forces seized a Russian shadow fleet vessel in the Channel in the early...

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Trump hosts historic UFC event on White House South Lawn: Key details explained

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is officially heading to the White House today, becoming the first inaugural sporting event to be staged on...

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Dutch court artist compensated over AI-manipulated sketches

In a significant move, a Dutch court artist has reportedly received certain damages after an MP for the Party for Freedom used one of her drawings...

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Soaring gold prices sent vintage luxury watches to the melting furnace

Gold prices reportedly hit a high of $5,600 an ounce in January as global risks and trade worries triggered investors towards defensive assets....

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Anthropic suspends access to Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI tools: What actually happened

Anthropic has reportedly announced on Friday it is restricting its powerful new AI model, Fable 5 and Mythos 5, to adhere to export regulations after...

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How Elon Musk fueled investor demand for SpaceX stock despite persistent risks

Space X’s CEO Elon Musk has been careful about who he allows to invest in the company, which makes its highly awaited stock market debut this week....

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