Six bodies found in St. Lawrence River near US-Canada border

Two families from India and Romania were trying to cross into the US, officials say.

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Norway avalanches: Tourists among four killed in north of country

In the deadliest incident, a house and barn were swept into the sea on the island of Reinoya.

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Andrew Tate and brother to be released into house arrest

A Romanian appeals court orders the Tates and two associates to stay in the buildings where they live.

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Robert Rundo: US white supremacist arrested in Romania

The co-founder of the Rise Above Movement is accused of carrying out violence in the US.

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Cheers, cheese and trees on King's trip to Germany

The BBC's Daniela Relph looks back on King Charles' first overseas visit as monarch.

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King Charles at Hamburg memorial for Allied wartime air raids

King Charles laid a wreath remembering those who died in Allied wartime bombing raids on Hamburg.

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Pope expected to leave hospital on Saturday

The Vatican says doctors will decide on the 86-year-old pontiff's discharge from hospital.

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Pope Francis Is in the Hospital and Will Stay for Several Days

By Jason Horowitz and Elisabetta Povoledo from NYT World https://ift.tt/pwBn4Mg

Seven California officers charged with manslaughter in traffic stop death

A video of the incident shows a man screaming “I can’t breathe” as he is held down by patrol officers.

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Ukrainians Directing Soldiers From a Hidden Hub See Bakhmut Going Their Way

By Carlotta Gall from NYT Today’s Paper https://ift.tt/5U6KIEi

Minnesota train derailment prompts evacuation of Raymond

The train was carrying ethanol and corn syrup which has caused a large fire, local media reports.

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$3.5m plan to move Colombian drug lord’s hippos

Pablo Escobar imported hippos to Colombia in the 1980s, but they now pose a growing problem.

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Australian man arrested over AK-47-shaped bong

Sydney police scrambled to catch an armed man, but his "weapon" was not quite what it seemed.

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Colombian soldiers killed in attack blamed on ELN rebels

At least nine soldiers are dead after a mortar attack on an army base in Colombia's north-east.

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Lesotho MP demands huge parts of South Africa

Lesotho is a small mountainous kingdom entirely surrounded by its much larger neighbour.

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Elon Musk among experts urging a halt to AI training

Elon Musk among those calling for training in powerful artificial intelligence to be suspended.

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Russian influx drives up rental prices in Dubai

Average rents in the Emirate rose by more than a third last year as soaring demand outstripped supply.

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How Nashville police stopped school shooting in four minutes

Police fatally shot the suspect just minutes after arriving at Nashville's Covenant School.

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‘Succession’ Season 4 Premiere Recap: Many Happy Returns

By Noel Murray from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/kElAioH

Twenty pilgrims killed in Saudi Arabia bus crash

The bus was carrying pilgrims to Mecca when it hit a bridge in Asir province and burst into flames.

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Russian whose daughter drew anti-war picture flees jail term

Alexei Moskalev was investigated after his daughter drew an anti-war picture at school.

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What We Know About the Nashville School Shooting

By Adeel Hassan from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/OAvXiJK

Most mass shooting suspects are male.

By Emily Schmall from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/G6XzN7D

Shooting survivor: 'Aren't you tired of covering this?'

After surviving a mass shooting in Illinois, a woman visiting Nashville confronts media.

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Israel protests: PM Netanyahu delays legal reforms after day of strikes

His proposed changes provoked an outpouring of anger from nearly all parts of Israeli society.

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Kenya's Azimio protests: Hundreds storm farm of ex-President Uhuru Kenyatta

Kenyan protesters storm Uhuru Kenyatta's property and set it alight as opposition protests intensify.

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Japanese student dresses as Volodymyr Zelensky for graduation

Taking part in a Kyoto university tradition, it took him three months to grow a beard for the look.

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Italian art experts astonished by David statue uproar in Florida

The school principal, who resigned after an uproar over art lesson, has been invited to Florence.

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Philadelphia Monitoring Water Supply After Chemical Spill

By Emily Schmall from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/vQ5SyDm

Japan demands China release Astellas Pharma employee accused of spying

Beijing has detained more than a dozen Japanese nationals on suspicion of spying in the past decade.

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Israel defence minister fired in legal reform row

Yoav Gallant is sacked by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after opposing the controversial shake-up.

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In pictures: Mississippi tornado devastates town

Upside down houses and huge piles of debris are left in the wake of Friday's deadly storm.

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Jonathan Majors: Creed III actor arrested on assault charges

The Hollywood star was arrested by police in New York after a woman alleged she was assaulted.

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Trump Puts His Legal Peril at Center of First Big Rally for 2024

By Michael C. Bender and Shane Goldmacher from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/83wiQpf

Moment tornado hits Mississippi school

Surveillance video footage shows the intensity of the tornado as it battered Amory High School.

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No Ukraine offensive without more weapons – Zelensky

There has been talk for some weeks of Ukraine launching a spring offensive against Russian forces.

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Trucks piled on buildings as tornado hits Mississippi

Drone footage captures the devastation after a tornado hits Rolling Fork, Mississippi.

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Devastation after Tornado rolls across Mississippi

Tornado kills and injures dozens of people, leaving destruction across swathes of Mississippi.

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Officials said the death toll could rise. Here are the details.

By Mike Ives, Euan Ward, Victoria Kim and Emily Cochrane from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/UlzP7OL

Nelson Piquet fined for racist and homophobic comments about Lewis Hamilton

Three-time Formula 1 world champion Nelson Piquet is fined for using racist and homophobic language about British Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton.

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Stolen Valor: The U.S. Volunteers in Ukraine Who Lie, Waste and Bicker

By Justin Scheck and Thomas Gibbons-Neff from NYT World https://ift.tt/uAh0rc4

Tornadoes kill 23 and bring devastation to Mississippi

Powerful wind and hail the size of golf balls brought destruction to rural areas on Friday night.

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Gandhi says disqualification 'politically motivated'

Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi says he "will not stop" after being stripped of his MP status.

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Israel turmoil dogs Netanyahu's UK trip

Protests which are rocking his country cast a shadow over the Israeli PM's flying visit.

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Massive asteroid to pass by Earth on weekend

The unusually large space object will harmlessly bypass the planet this weekend.

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Mintz Group: 5 staffers detained in Beijing after raid

The incident comes ahead of a high-profile investor forum, to be held in Beijing this weekend.

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Netanyahu Digs In on Court Overhaul, in the Face of Mass Protests

By Patrick Kingsley and Isabel Kershner from NYT World https://ift.tt/eQ2BVGy

US bombs Syrian targets after deadly drone attack

The US says it hit Iran-linked militia after a drone attack killed a US contractor and injured others.

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A 90-Year-Old Tortoise Named Mr. Pickles Is a New Dad of Three

By McKenna Oxenden from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/28FlqYd

India officials confiscate crane from man who saved it

The protected bird which made headlines because of its bond with a local famer is taken to a sanctuary.

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Trapdoor spider: New giant species found in Australia

The trapdoor spider species can grow up to 5cm long and is likely to be endangered, scientists say.

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Organ-trafficking plot Nigerian politician and wife guilty

A Nigerian senator and his wife brought a 21-year-old man to the UK so he could donate a kidney.

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Japan celebrates world baseball tournament victory over US

Locals had woken up early to watch the final - which saw a dominant performance from Japan's Ohtani.

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What is the Marburg virus and how dangerous is it?

Tanzania is the latest African country to have an outbreak of the highly-infectious Marburg virus.

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Justin Roiland: Domestic violence charges against Rick and Morty creator dropped

Justin Roiland says he is "thankful" but is "deeply shaken by the horrible lies that were reported".

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Our New Promethean Moment

By Thomas L. Friedman from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/mIOK3GZ

Dick Van Dyke crashes his car into a gate in Malibu

The film and television icon is said to have sustained minor injuries but avoided going to hospital.

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How an Indictment and Arrest of Donald Trump Could Unfold

By William K. Rashbaum and Jonah E. Bromwich from NYT New York https://ift.tt/xkA6cy8

Israel's settlers change West Bank landscape with hilltop outposts

A string of unauthorised communities sit on hills near Palestinian villages, deep inside the territory.

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Why Trump supporters are wary of joining protests he called for

Donald Trump demanded protests over his possible arrest, but his supporters fear being set up.

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Memorial raids: Russia targets leaders of banned Nobel Prize-winning group

Nine leaders of Memorial are targeted, months after their organisation was shut down by the courts.

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Hungary official takes on German MEP in AI 'rap battle'

It's fair to say neither man's effort is likely to dominate the streaming charts.

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Ban lifted on Israelis' return to evacuated West Bank settlements

Lawmakers vote to allow Israelis back into four West Bank settlements that were evacuated in 2005.

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Prosecutor in Trump Case Wades Into Treacherous Political Waters

By Jonah E. Bromwich from NYT New York https://ift.tt/8MkVvgB

Japanese and Chinese leaders visit opposing capitals in Ukraine war

Both leaders are on strategic foreign visits on opposing sides of the conflict.

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New Jersey Fountain of Life Center church engulfed in flames

A senior pastor at the Fountain of Life Center says it is devastating loss for his community.

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Bad Bunny sued for $40m by ex-girlfriend over 'Bad Bunny baby' recording

The woman says the Puerto Rican pop superstar used a recording of her in songs without permission.

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Rupert Murdoch set to marry for fifth time at 92

The billionaire tycoon announces his engagement to former police chaplain, Ann Lesley Smith.

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Somalia drought may have killed 43,000 last year - UN

Half of the deaths are thought to be in children, and many thousands more will die, a report says.

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UN climate report: Scientists release 'survival guide' to avert climate disaster

Technology is providing solutions but the climate forecast is worsening, scientists say in major report.

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UBS agrees to rescue deal for troubled bank Credit Suisse

The deal, backed by the Swiss government, follows weekend-long talks aimed at preventing the bank's collapse.

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India police tell Rahul Gandhi to give more details about Kashmir claims

Rahul Gandhi was visited by officers after raising the issue of sexual assaults in the disputed province.

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Cloete Murray: South African corruption investigator shot dead

Cloete Murray was the liquidator for Bosasa, a company implicated in government contract scandals.

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Prosecuting Donald Trump would be politically motivated, say Republicans

Members of the ex-president's party claim prosecutors investigating him are part of the "radical left".

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Nigeria elections 2023: Counting under way in governor polls marred by violence

Violence has marred polling in several states including the commercial city of Lagos.

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A Sandwich Shop, a Tent City and an American Crisis

By Eli Saslow and Todd Heisler from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/PVBv1Ge

Ukraine war: Putin pays visit to occupied Mariupol, state media reports

The Russian president toured the Ukrainian city devastated by Russian shelling, the Kremlin says.

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Russia and Ukraine extend grain deal despite disagreement

The renewed accord means exports can continue via Ukraine's Black Sea ports, but it is unclear how long for.

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Trump Failed to Follow Law on Foreign Gifts, House Democrats Say

By Michael S. Schmidt from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/gwvudLs

Trump says he expects to be arrested on Tuesday

Prosecutors in New York are considering charges over alleged hush money payments to an ex-porn star.

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Trump Says His Arrest Is Imminent and Calls for Protests, Echoing Jan. 6

By Maggie Haberman, Alan Feuer, Jonah E. Bromwich and Ben Protess from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/g5TG72i

Fort Hood Soldier Found Dead After Telling Family About Sexual Harassment

By Michael Levenson from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/Kya5gDQ

Kenji López-Alt Spent 5 Months Studying Chicago Thin-Crust Pizza. Here’s What He Learned.

By J. Kenji López-Alt from NYT Food https://ift.tt/Z6Pwgdy

Imran Khan supporters clash with police outside court

Meanwhile police have entered the ground of the former PM's home in Lahore.

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France pension protests: Clashes with police in Paris as demonstrations continue

Demonstrators are angry at President Macron's decision to force through pension reforms.

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Why US mothers are more likely to die in childbirth

Maternal mortality spiked by 40 percent in 2021, with black women more likely to die.

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Eyedrops recalled in US following blindness and injuries

Patients lose vision and have eyes surgically removed after using eyedrops now recalled in the US.

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Freddy: The cyclone that lasted more than a month

Cyclone Freddy is one of the world's longest-lasting storms - why was it so bad?

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Trump and DeSantis Could Both Lose

By David Brooks from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/YD5R290

Kremlin aims to destroy Ukraine jets after Poland and Slovakia pledges

Slovakia becomes the second Nato country after Poland to offer Soviet-era fighter jets to Ukraine.

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Taiwan charges ex-MP and former admiral with spying for China

The pair are accused of organising free trips to mainland China for 48 retired military officers.

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France's Macron to force through pension reform with no vote

The French government will use the constitution to push through a pension age rise from 62 to 64.

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This Stomach Bug Isn’t Responding to Antibiotics. Scientists Are Worried.

By Dana G. Smith from NYT Well https://ift.tt/BsOEhGN

Watch the harrowing rescue of a man stuck in a flooded river

US firefighters hoist him to safety as he clings on to a barrier in the flooded Los Angeles River.

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Smoke billows from Russian security building after fire in Rostov

Video shows a building on fire used by Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) in Rostov.

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US releases footage of Russian jet crashing into drone

The US military says the jet hit the drone on Tuesday, causing it to later crash into the Black Sea.

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Markets Tumble as Bank Fears Go Global

By Joe Rennison and Jason Karaian from NYT Business https://ift.tt/FUKilmC

Storms cause power outages in California and north-east

Hundreds of thousands without power after storms cause significant damage along both US coasts.

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Tropical Storm Freddy: Malawi rescue troops spend night on tree-top

They were on a mission to help survivors of devastating floods that have killed more than 200 people.

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Ukraine war: Florida Ron DeSantis invited to visit after remarks

The man expected to run for president said the US had no interest in the Russia-Ukraine "dispute".

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Imran Khan: Look at all these tear gas shells from inside my compound

Police have clashed with supporters of Pakistan's former PM, outside his residence as they tried to arrest him.

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Moment police officer hit by car while helping driver on Iowa motorway

The officer was helping a driver on a US motorway and was only left with minor injuries.

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Ron DeSantis Says Protecting Ukraine Is Not a Key U.S. Interest

By Jonathan Swan and Maggie Haberman from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/bVvM0Ku

Australia floods: Baby kangaroo rescued from crocodile-infested waters

A baby kangaroo was spotted swimming near two large crocodiles by a pilot who notified police.

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The Silicon Valley Bank saga in 80 seconds

Has the collapse of two US banks sparked another financial crisis?

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Juno Awards: Avril Lavigne confronts topless protester onstage while The Weeknd wins big

The protestor interrupted the opening of the Juno Awards, Canada's equivalent of the Brits.

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Oscars 2023: Michelle Yeoh's mum in tears as she celebrates historic victory

Michelle Yeoh becomes the first Asian woman to win the Academy Award for best actress.

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Best and Worst Moments From the 2023 Oscars

By Stephanie Goodman from NYT Movies https://ift.tt/YmU1bZo

Fashion on parade as stars hit champagne (not red) carpet at the Oscars

The famous carpet may have changed for this year's Oscars, but the glamour is the same as ever.

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San Diego: Eight dead after boats, possibly used for people smuggling, capsize

Two boats, possibly used for people smuggling, overturned near Black's Beach on Saturday night.

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US accuses Iran of cruel false prisoner swap claims

Iran's claims that an exchange was imminent would cause "heartache" for relatives, the US has said.

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UK scrambles to help tech firms after Silicon Valley Bank collapse

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt says it and the Bank of England are working through the weekend to find a solution.

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Fox’s P.R. Woes May Not Directly Translate to Legal Ones

By Jeremy W. Peters from NYT Business https://ift.tt/r3aQWze

Hamburg Jehovah's Witnesses in shock after mass shooting

Services have been cancelled across Hamburg as police say they cannot rule out a copycat attack.

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Watch: Murder suspect flees US courtroom

Edi Villalobos escaped from an Oregon courtroom during jury selection for his upcoming trial.

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Our Granddaughter Is Rude and Ungrateful. What Can We Do?

By Kwame Anthony Appiah from NYT Magazine https://ift.tt/syPmcXJ

The Mexican kidnapping saga explained in 80 seconds

Two US citizens have been returned and the cartel handed over its own men. Here is what we know.

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Silicon Valley Bank’s Collapse Causes Start-Up Chaos

By Erin Griffith from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/mPfvuHT

Biden Expected to Move Ahead on a Major Oil Project in Alaska

By Lisa Friedman from NYT Climate https://ift.tt/c0EhyGK

Nthenya Mwendwa: How the Oscars changed the life of a Kenyan designer

Nthenya Mwendwa's fish leather and Maasai beaded bags are proving their red-carpet appeal.

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Iran and Saudi Arabia to renew ties after seven-year rift

The unexpected move ends a seven-year rift between the two sides, but differences remain.

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Oscars 2023 Predictions: Who Will Win Best Picture, Actor and Actress?

By Kyle Buchanan from NYT Movies https://ift.tt/90vzrFg

Donald Trump: His four biggest legal problems

It can be difficult to keep track of the ex-president's legal battles - here's what you need to know.

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Saudi Arabia Offers Its Price to Normalize Relations With Israel

By Michael Crowley, Vivian Nereim and Patrick Kingsley from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/a8gzsN6

‘Phantom’ Ends. For Musicians, So Does the Gig of a Lifetime.

By Maria Clara Cobo and Todd Heisler from NYT New York https://ift.tt/E8DPw71

Third person dies after crush at US GloRilla show

A 35-year-old dies in hospital, days after a crowd surged for the exits at a concert in New York.

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How a small town train derailment became a national row

The impact of the toxic train crash in East Palestine, Ohio, has grown into a major political event.

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Ukraine war: Latvia sends cars seized from drunk drivers to help Kyiv

The confiscated vehicles are being delivered under a Latvian scheme to help the Ukrainian military.

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Israeli mass protests against reforms block roads and airport

Demonstrators converge on Ben Gurion airport to try to stop the prime minister flying to Rome.

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German IS woman faces tougher sentence for child killing

Jennifer Wenisch's sentence for the death of a young Yazidi girl will be reviewed, Germany's top court rules.

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Ukraine war: Why Russia’s infrastructure strikes strategy isn’t working

Russia’s destructive but sporadic strike tactics could indicate a shortage of certain weapons.

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France manager sacked four months before World Cup

France sack manager Corinne Diacre four months before the 2023 World Cup after several key players withdraw from the team in protest.

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Mitch McConnell Is Hospitalized After Tripping at Washington Hotel

By Mike Ives from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/aqdx4wy

One man, two cups: Is President Xi’s double tea a power move?

The BBC's Celia Hatton breaks down Xi Jinping's caffeine habits, and why they might be a subtle power play.

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A New ‘M*A*S*H’ Scene: Written by ChatGPT, Read by Hawkeye and B.J.

By Julia Jacobs from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/PMscW7n

Biden Is Set to Detail at Least $2 Trillion in Measures to Reduce Deficits

By Jim Tankersley from NYT Business https://ift.tt/TAePlBX

Harry and Meghan's daughter Princess Lilibet Diana christened in US

Princess Lilibet Diana, who turns two in June, was christened at the couple's LA home last week.

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Bankers in Swiss trial for helping 'Putin's wallet'

The four ex-executives are suspected of helping a cellist launder funds linked to Russia's president.

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Trump, Vowing ‘Retribution,’ Foretells a Second Term of Spite

By Maggie Haberman and Shane Goldmacher from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/XN2ECos

Georgians protest on streets and in parliament over "Russia-style" bill

Protests rage on the streets and in Georgia's parliament over a controversial draft law.

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Czech hunt for Chechen strongman Kadyrov's racehorse

The thoroughbred racehorse worth some $20,000 was allegedly stolen from a stud farm.

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Afghanistan: Hopes fade as universities reopen without women

Male students return after the winter break, a painful reminder to women of their shrinking world.

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Two fans die in crush after GloRilla concert in Rochester, New York

Grammy-nominated rapper GloRilla, who was performing, says she is "devastated and heartbroken".

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Japan forces H3 rocket to self-destruct after failed launch

The failure of the second-stage engine sets back efforts to crack a market led by Elon Musk's Space X.

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Dunk Was Chunky, but Still Deadly

By Jack Tamisiea from NYT Science https://ift.tt/pQA5Rrq

Protests Over Netanyahu’s Judiciary Overhaul Spread to Israel’s Military

By Ronen Bergman and Patrick Kingsley from NYT World https://ift.tt/Yvs7xVc

Serbia-Croatia border arrests over radioactive material found in car

Three Croatian nationals are held in Serbia-Croatia border with radioactive material in a spare wheel.

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He Heeded Russia’s Call to Enlist. Five Months Later, He Was Dead.

By Neil MacFarquhar and Milana Mazaeva from NYT World https://ift.tt/vLJgwn2

Georgia parliament: Lawmakers exchange blows over 'foreign agents' law

Critics say the proposed law is modelled on Russian legislation and designed to curtail freedom of speech.

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Passenger of Business Jet Is Killed in ‘Severe Turbulence’

By Livia Albeck-Ripka from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/E06LBS5

Iran: Suspected school poisonings unforgivable crime, Khamenei says

Iran's supreme leaders says anyone found to have targeted schoolgirls must be punished severely.

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Vanquishing the Dutch, Jordan Stolz Creates a New Norse Myth

By Kevin Draper from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/Tjgi5rn

Gary Rossington: Lynyrd Skynyrd's last founding member dies aged 71

Guitarist Gary Rossington had survived a 1977 air crash that killed several of his bandmates.

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S Korea to pay victims of Japan WW2 forced labour

Seoul controversially agrees to pay its own citizens compensation rather than seeking money from Japan.

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China boosts military budget while warning of escalating threats

Beijing announces an increase in military spending, while warning of "escalating" threats.

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Toblerone: Swiss rules mean chocolate bar to drop Matterhorn from packaging

Production of some of the chocolate is moving outside Switzerland so the Alpine peak can no longer be used.

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Bangladesh: Video shows fire engulfing part of refugee camp

The blaze is believed to have destroyed around 2,000 shelters at Cox's Bazar camp.

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Ukraine war: Russian reservists fighting with shovels - UK defence ministry

Troops are likely engaging in hand-to-hand combat in Ukraine, Britain's defence ministry says.

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Bangladesh fire: Thousands shelterless after blaze at Rohingya camp

It is thought some 12,000 people, most of whom fled violence in neighbouring Myanmar, are now homeless.

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Are You a Cubicle Cat or a Couch Koala? Test Your Office Personality.

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US Disability rights activist Judy Heumann dies aged 75

She was regarded as "the mother" of the disability rights movement whose demonstrations led to law changes.

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Fespaco: Tunisia thriller Ashkal takes top film prize

Youssef Chebbi triumphs at Fespaco film festival with his first feature-length production, Ashkal.

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Two Sessions: China looks at reforms to deepen Xi Jinping control

Lawmakers are set to pass far-reaching measures restructuring the government and the financial sector.

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They Sneaked Into a Derelict Arms Plant: Instagrammers or Spies?

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US-made cheese can also be called 'gruyere', court rules

A US appeal court has ruled that cheeses from outside Switzerland and France can be called "gruyere".

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Rafael Viñoly: Uruguayan architect of London's 'Walkie Talkie' dies aged 78

The Uruguayan also worked on Tokyo's International Forum and Manchester City's training ground.

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Indonesia fire: Seventeen dead and hundreds evacuated

Hundreds living nearby had to be evacuated after the fire and explosion in the Indonesia capital.

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Disgraced ex-lawyer Alex Murdaugh sentenced to life in prison

A judge calls the double murder case "one of the most troubling" as he hands down two life sentences.

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Matteo Messina Denaro: Coded note led to Italy mafia boss arrest

Police found the note inside a chair leg during a search of Matteo Messina Denaro's sister's house.

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AOC under investigation for Met Gala dress reading "Tax The Rich"

The ethics probe centres on whether her rented dress violated congressional rules about gifts.

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Why Alex Murdaugh’s Quick Conviction Worries Me

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Iran protests: Rare cheetah cub Pirouz's death mourned

The 10-month-old cub, which had clung to life, had become a symbol of hope for protesters.

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Governor who dressed in drag backs Tennessee anti-drag bill

Bill Lee plans to sign bills restricting drag performers and gender-affirming care for children

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‘Don’t Let Him Fool You,’ Prosecutor Tells Jurors in Murdaugh Trial

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Hathras rape and murder case: Indian court clears three of four accused

The rape and murder of the 19-year-old Dalit woman in 2020 had evoked global condemnation.

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Egypt: Hidden corridor in Great Pyramid of Giza seen for first time

An endoscope was used to film inside the 9m-long space, whose purpose is still unknown.

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Putin accuses Ukraine of border 'terrorist act' in Russian village

Kyiv denies Moscow's claim that Ukrainian saboteurs fired at civilians in a Russian border village.

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LGBTQ rights: Japan PM under fire for same-sex marriage remarks

Fumio Kishida is facing criticism for his remarks, just weeks after apologising over a separate scandal.

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Tulsa race massacre survivors granted Ghanaian citizenship

Viola Fletcher and Hughes Van Ellis visited Ghana in 2021 to mark 100 years since the Tulsa massacre.

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New Study Suggests Possible Link Between Sugar Substitute and Heart Issues

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Covid origin: Why the Wuhan lab-leak theory is so disputed

The claim Covid-19 leaked from a Chinese laboratory dates from early in the pandemic. Here's what we know.

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Vanessa Bryant Settles Helicopter Crash Photos Lawsuit for $28.85 Million

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Bola Tinubu's Nigeria election win: The rigging claims of Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar

How credible are the opposition claims of fraud in Nigeria's presidential election?

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In an Epic Battle of Tanks, Russia Was Routed, Repeating Earlier Mistakes

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Just Fontaine: Former France striker and World Cup record holder dies aged 89

Just Fontaine, who holds the record for the most goals scored at a single World Cup, dies at the age of 89.

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