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War in the Middle East: Latest Developments
This article compiles the latest developments in the war in the Middle East. It serves as an ongoing roundup of events and updates as reported by AFP via...
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Val Kilmer returns via AI as filmmakers test Hollywood's red line
The first images of late American film star Val Kilmer returning to the big screen via artificial intelligence were unveiled Wednesday in Las Vegas. The AI-generated footage is...
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China's economy outperforms expectations in first quarter despite Middle East crisis
China's economy expanded more than expected in the first three months of the year, official data released Thursday showed. The numbers point to resilience in the face of...
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14-year-old kills nine, injures 13 in Turkish school shooting
A 14-year-old armed with five guns opened fire at a Turkish school on Wednesday, killing nine people and wounding 13. The attack sparked scenes of mayhem as students...
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Two arrested over attempted arson at north London synagogue
London police arrested two people Wednesday in connection with an attempted arson attack on a synagogue in the north of the city. The arrests come amid an upsurge...
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Kurds in Syria register for citizenship after decades of marginalisation
In a packed hall in Qamishli's sports stadium in northeast Syria, Firas Ahmad was among dozens of Kurds waiting to apply for citizenship. Many in the Kurdish minority...
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Spielberg previews new alien-themed film 'Disclosure Day'
Famed U.S. director Steven Spielberg offered a sneak peek Wednesday of his upcoming film Disclosure Day. The project is his latest exploration of aliens and humanity, returning to...
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Strikes kill three in Ukraine, two children in Russia
Officials from both countries said Thursday that overnight strikes killed three people in Ukraine, including a boy, and two children in Russia. The casualties were reported by Ukrainian...
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Spain's Pedro Sánchez emerges as progressive star amid Trump tensions
Spain's Pedro Sánchez is hosting a summit of world progressives this week and has seen his international profile rise. Turbulent relations with US President Donald Trump are helping...
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Powerball: Winning numbers for Wednesday’s $58 million drawing
Check your Powerball ticket to see if you matched the winning numbers in Wednesday’s $58 million drawing. The jackpot comes after one lucky winner in Delaware won $231...
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Severe thunderstorm warning — gusts up to 60 mph in North Central Pa.
The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning Wednesday at 10:55 p.m. for Columbia, Lycoming and Sullivan counties, effective until 11:30 p.m. Residents should be prepared for...
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Pope Leo XIV to visit Cameroon conflict zone under high security
Pope Leo XIV is expected to pray for peace on Thursday in Cameroon’s troubled northwest region. The area has been plagued by a near decade-long separatist insurgency, and...
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Kering to outline Gucci turnaround at Florence investors' day
Executives from luxury group Kering will hold an investors' day in Florence on Thursday. The troubled Italian fashion icon Gucci is likely to be foremost in their discussions...
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Sixers top Magic 109-97, clinch playoff series with Celtics
The Philadelphia 76ers held off the Orlando Magic 109-97 on Wednesday to clinch a first-round NBA playoff meeting with the Boston Celtics. The victory seals Philadelphia's spot in...
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Tokyo stocks hit record as Asia rally continues on Iran ceasefire hopes
Japanese stocks reached a record high Thursday as Asian equities extended the week’s rally. Investors were encouraged by heightened optimism that the United States and Iran will extend...
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India's 'Maharaja in Denims' stakes claim in AI film race
Many filmmakers fear the existential threat posed by artificial intelligence. In India, a project called 'Maharaja in Denims' is staking a claim in the race to produce the...
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Blaze Tears Through Crucial Australian Refinery After Explosions
Columns of fire engulfed a crucial Australian oil refinery after a chain of explosions, authorities said Thursday. Officials warned the blaze could disrupt domestic fuel supply.
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Ex‑US Marine loses extradition appeal in China pilots case
A former US Marines pilot lost an appeal Thursday in an Australian court against his extradition to the United States. U.S. authorities accuse him of illegally training Chinese...