US condemns Cuba for 'repression' of protesters

Cubans who protested over power cuts in August 2022 have been sentenced to up to 15 years in jail.

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US 'hopeful' Hamas will accept new Gaza truce deal

The secretary of state calls Israel's latest offer for a hostage release "extraordinarily generous".

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World Central Kitchen to resume food aid in Gaza

The aid organisation had stopped distributing food in Gaza after an Israeli strike killed seven workers.

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Musk in China to discuss full self driving - reports

China is Tesla's second-biggest market but the company has not enabled autonomous driving in the country.

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Denied a Second Chance at a Normal Senior Year

By Callie Holtermann, Sandra E. Garcia and Frank Rojas from NYT Style https://ift.tt/qV2g7BM

Mount Fuji view to be blocked to deter tourists

Residents are fed up with visitors dropping rubbish and parking illegally as they seek the perfect photo.

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Turkish power ship resumes supply to Sierra Leone after bill paid

Most of the electricity in the capital is supplied by a Turkish ship floating off the country’s coast.

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Protest leader sorry for 'kill Zionists' comments

The student who said "Zionists don't deserve to live" has since been barred from the Columbia campus.

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Free beer and taxi rides to woo voters in Indian city

Many companies in Bengaluru city have found innovative ways to encourage people to vote.

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Kid Cudi cancels tour after breaking foot

"The injury is much more serious than I first thought," says the rapper as he cancels tour dates.

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Watch US House pass critical Ukraine aid package

The long-awaited vote comes as Kyiv faces a weapons shortage in its fight against Russia.

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BBC witnesses boarding of boat which left five dead

The BBC's Andrew Harding, in France, witnesses people clambering aboard a small boat bound for the UK.

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Arrests and anger at US university pro-Palestinian demos

Dozens of student protesters have been arrested at Columbia, Yale and New York University in recent days.

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South Africa's ANC loses Zuma party name battle

The uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK) party takes its name and logo from the now-disbanded ANC armed wing.

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Ukraine Aid Divides Republicans, After Trump Tones Down His Resistance

By Jonathan Weisman and Michael Gold from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/8XhFkiz

Tram crash at Universal Studios Hollywood injures 15

The incident happened shortly after 9pm local time on Saturday night, authorities said.

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US agrees to pull troops out of Niger

It means the US will lose its primary base where it monitors regional Islamist activity.

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Day 4 of Trump’s Criminal Trial: Five Takeaways

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BBC reporter at Trump trial as man sets himself on fire

The BBC's Nada Tawfik was outside the New York court where Donald Trump's trial is taking place.

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Man held over Paris bomb threat at Iran consulate

Reports say a witness saw a man entering the consulate carrying a grenade or explosive vest.

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Tesla recalls Cybertrucks over accelerator crash risk

The electric car company, run by Elon Musk, is recalling thousands of what is its latest vehicle.

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In a Manhattan Court, a Jury Is Picked to Judge a President

By Ben Protess, Jonah E. Bromwich, Jesse McKinley and Kate Christobek from NYT New York https://ift.tt/8ABDcH2

Two arrested in Poland over attack on Navalny ally

Leonid Volkov was hospitalised and his arm broken in the attack outside his Lithuanian home in March.

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Four US states hit by 911 call outages

There were temporary issues in Nevada, Nebraska, South Dakota and Texas overnight; the cause is unknown.

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4 Takeaways From the Hearing on Antisemitism at Columbia University

By Alan Blinder from NYT New York https://ift.tt/Rv08aQ3

Can you hear the hyenas and wild pigs in new David Bowie hit?

The late musician's song is part of a project giving financial credit to nature.

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Nigerian socialite charged for throwing money in air

Cubana Chief Priest is the latest celebrity to fall foul of a crackdown on "abusing" banknotes.

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15 Looks That Did the Most at Coachella

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Right-wing Brussels event resumes after legal U-turn

The second day of a conference for right-wing politicians is going ahead after a ban was overturned.

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Two arrested for firing at Bollywood star's home

Police say the men are gang members seeking revenge on Salman Khan for killing two antelopes in 1998.

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Bowen: Iran's attack on Israel offers Netanyahu a lifeline

Gaza is out of the headlines, but the pressure on Israel's PM has changed rather than disappeared.

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The Fever Dream of Landing an Apartment

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Macron says Paris Olympics opening could be moved

The French president says the Olympics opening ceremony could move from the River Seine if security is compromised.

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Flights cancelled after Iran's strike on Israel

EasyJet has suspended planes travelling to Tel Aviv until 21 April following Tehran's attack.

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Why has Iran attacked Israel?

Iran's attack on Israel marks a major escalation in a long-running shadow war between the two nations.

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The Age of the Open Letter Should End

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Mum killed protecting baby was 'beautiful person'

Ashlee Good was killed and her nine-month-old baby injured during Joel Cauchi's rampage at a Sydney mall.

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Ukraine army chief says Russia making gains in east

Gen Oleksandr Syrskyi said Russia is making tactical gains and benefitting from warmer weather.

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Body of Israeli shepherd, 14, found in West Bank

Benjamin Achimeir was reported missing after taking a flock of sheep out to graze on Friday morning.

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Dozens stranded after fatal Turkey cable car crash

Passengers fell to the ground when a cabin collided with a broken pole near Antalya, officials have said.

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Customers Flock to Costco to Buy Gold Bars

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Russians arrive in Niger as military accord starts

The West African country is increasingly turning to Moscow for support after breaking ties with the West.

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Notre-Dame's transformation five years after fire

Renovation work continues after 2019's devastating fire at the iconic cathedral in Paris.

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Russia floods leave houses almost submerged

Water levels in Orenburg are 2m above critical levels, and some houses have just their roofs showing.

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Watch: Guatemala landfill fire declared a disaster

Guatemala's president has declared a natural disaster as dozens of forest fires rage and a landfill site burns.

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Ex-Assistant Principal at School Where 6-Year-Old Shot Teacher Is Indicted

By Livia Albeck-Ripka from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/672Yhci

Eurovision condemns online abuse of contestants

The organisers' statement comes amid reports that Israeli entrant Eden Golan received death threats.

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Six arrested over killing of South African footballer

Police believe the suspects are part of a gang "syndicate" responsible for car-jackings in Johannesburg.

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Threats spark security headaches ahead of Paris Olympics

Officials stress IS-linked threats are not new, but police put on a show of force ahead of the Games.

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Mexican policeman killed while intervening in lynching

The officer tried to intervene as angry residents set upon two men suspected of killing a taxi driver.

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Israel 'can handle' threat from Iran, says military

Iran warns of retaliation for a strike on its Damascus consulate, saying Israeli embassies are no longer safe.

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Indian actor and election candidate denies eating beef

Film star Kangana Ranaut - a candidate for the ruling BJP party - calls the claims "baseless".

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Hong Kong makes largest-ever gold smuggling bust

Authorities seized 146kg of the precious metal, which was headed for Japan disguised as machine parts.

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At Rally for Hostages, Some Boo When Congressman Calls for Gaza Aid

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Watch: Returning home to find house in ruins

Palestinians started returning to the city after Israel said it was reducing the amount of soldiers in southern Gaza.

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Danish hippy commune fights back against drug gangs

Locals start digging up a Copenhagen street as part of a bid to tackle drug-related crime.

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Did One Guy Just Stop a Huge Cyberattack?

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Actor Cole Brings Plenty found dead in Kansas

The US star of popular TV series 1923 was named a suspect in a domestic violence inquiry last week.

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Thousands forced to evacuate after Russian dam bursts

Local emergency services say they are working to stem the flooding in the city of Orsk.

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Israel and U.S. Are on Alert for Iran to Strike Back at Israel

By Farnaz Fassihi, Eric Schmitt and Ronen Bergman from NYT World https://ift.tt/nbyB6Wr

Earthquake Rattles New York and New Jersey, but Does Little Damage

By Thomas Fuller from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/CHzkPp8

Up to a Trillion Cicadas Are About to Emerge in the U.S.

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Six Russian planes destroyed by drones - Ukraine

Security sources tell the BBC another eight bombers were badly damaged in the attack.

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Israel to Add Gaza Aid Routes as Biden Hinges Support on Civilian Protection

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Fears for Gazans as aid groups halt work over air strike

Aid workers say they cannot operate safely after Israel's strike on World Central Kitchen's convoy.

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Watch: Passengers scramble to escape burning Thai ferry

Passengers and crew reportedly jumped into the sea to escape the blaze.

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Anya Taylor-Joy confirms secret wedding in 2022

The Queen's Gambit star confirms she married her partner Malcolm McRae two years ago in New Orleans.

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Will MAGA Republicans Block Baltimore’s Rebuilding?

By Paul Krugman from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/wi1f2kD

Venezuelan YouTuber released after 'terrorism arrest'

Oscar Alejandro Pérez, who is known for his travel videos, was detained for 32 hours in Venezuela.

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The 25 Most Defining Pieces of Furniture From the Last 100 Years

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Detroit Lions player Sutton in custody after 'evading' arrest for weeks

Former Detroit Lions player Cameron Sutton hands himself in to police to face domestic violence allegations, more than three weeks after an arrest warrant was issued.

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