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'I was tricked into spending £180k on a holiday home I can't even live in': "You spent a lot of time and effort looking to retire, and you work 30 or 40 ...
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'I was tricked into spending £180k on a holiday home I can't even live in': "You spent a lot of time and effort looking to retire, and you work 30 or 40 ...
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What’s Next For Spain After PM Pedro Sanchez Threatened to Quit?
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Quick Glance: Spain's PM faces pressure over wife's corruption probe
- A Madrid court confirmed an investigation against Begoña Gómez for alleged influence peddling and corruption.
- Sánchez criticized the complaint as part of a harassment campaign against his wife.
- The probe relates to Gómez's ties to companies that received government funding.
- The opposition pushed for a statement from her regarding the investigation.
The Anglosphere has an advantage on immigration: English-speaking countries generally do better at both attracting and integrating talent
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GOP urges Secret Service to move protesters from park near convention arena: The Republican Party is urging the Secret Service to move protesters further away ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/26/republican-national-convention-protests-milwaukee/
Woman gets sued after developer builds a home on her property: Anne Reynolds bought a vacant lot in Hawaii and, mistakenly, a house was built on it ...
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Bully dog found beheaded and burnt near child's playground in London: A Bully dog was discovered beheaded, cut into pieces and burnt at a park in Tottenham ...
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UK announces $620 million in new military aid for Ukraine and plan to up own defense spending
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Quick Glance: UK Boosts Defense Spending, Provides $620 Million Military Aid to Ukraine
- British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced an increase in defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by the end of the decade, along with a pledge to provide Ukraine with new military aid totaling $620 million, including weapons, armored vehicles, and ammunition.
- Sunak described the heightened spending as the most significant strengthening of national defense in a generation, emphasizing the need to remain vigilant in the face of current geopolitical threats.
- The UK commits to an additional £75 billion in defense spending over the next six years, aiming to raise defense expenditure to 2.5% of GDP, reaffirming a target set by Boris Johnson in 2022.
- The announcement followed similar moves by the US, approving $61 billion in aid for Ukraine, signaling an escalated international response to Russia's aggression in Ukraine.
Kenya ranked fourth wealthiest country in Africa: Kenya has been ranked among the big five wealthy markets in Africa having millionaires and billionaires
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Quick Glance: Kenya Among Top 5 Wealthiest Countries in Africa
- Kenya is recognized as one of the prosperous markets in Africa with a significant number of millionaires and billionaires.
- As per the 2024 Africa Wealth Report released by an international wealth advisory firm, Kenya holds the fourth position in terms of wealth ownership.
- Following South Africa, Egypt, and Nigeria ranking at positions one to three, Kenya comes.
- The data in the report indicates that Kenya has a substantial population of affluent individuals, totaling 7,200 millionaires.
All Powers Great and Small: Why Bigger Isn’t Always Better in Geopolitics: Why bigger isn’t always better in geopolitics.
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China’s Alternative Order: And What America Should Learn From It: And what America should learn from it.
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Everton deal Liverpool big blow with shock 2-0 derby victory: Jarrad Branthwaite and Dominic Calvert-Lewin score, in a pulsating 2-0 home victory over the Reds.
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Africa Live: Muslim child allegedly lashed for attending church - BBC News: Seven members of a family in Uganda have been arrested for allegedly assaulting the ...
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Quick Glance: Africa Live: Germany detains alleged Nigerian mafia members
- German police have arrested 11 Nigerian men suspected of being part of a mafia group involved in large-scale dating scams orchestrated by the Black Axe gang.
- Portugal's President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has stated that his country should take full responsibility for colonial-era abuses and consider paying reparations in certain cases.
- Authorities in Tanzania have shut down five hydroelectric stations to reduce excess electricity in the national grid, with the main plant generating enough power for major cities like Dar es Salaam.
- Negotiations between the Kenyan government and striking doctors have collapsed, prolonging the suffering of those seeking healthcare in public hospitals, as doctors demand better pay and the hiring of trainee doctors.
West is best? How we stack up against Australia: Running a quick stock take on the NZ and Aussie economies, Australia comes out on top.
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/23/west-is-best-how-we-stack-up-against-australia/
Fishers reduces Geist beach parking fees for out-of-towners: Parking fee at Geist Waterfront Park in Fishers will be reduced from $50 to $25 for out-of-town ...
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Greece and Spain under pressure to provide Ukraine with air defence systems: Kyiv renews plea for Patriot and S-300 systems at meeting of foreign and defence ...
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Russia Is Working on a 128-Core Supercomputing Platform: Report: The country's notoriously ancient computer systems are due for an upgrade.
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Queens Park Ladies Joined a Boys’ League. Then They Went Undefeated.: The under-12 soccer team in Bournemouth, England, hopes to inspire younger girls to get ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/world/europe/uk-women-girls-soccer-team-bournemouth.html
XL Bully dog abandoned in park and destroyed after armed police called: Officers attended after the dog was released from a 4x4 that drove off.
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Tanzania tourism: World Bank suspends funding for Ruaha National Park project: It follows allegations of evictions and other rights abuses during the expansion ...
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UAE weather: Light to moderate rains expected from Monday to Friday: The National Centre of Meteorology said it's closely monitoring the weather situation
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UAE: Expect a clear day tomorrow, with not much rain, as per weather forecast: Chances of light rain in eastern areas later this week, with slight drop in ...
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Milwaukee Brewers at Pittsburgh Pirates odds, picks and predictions: The Milwaukee Brewers (15-8) and Pittsburgh Pirates (13-12) meet for the finale of a 4-game ...
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Travellers arrive at Copdock Park and Ride near Ipswich: Travellers have been spotted at the Copdock Park and Ride site, outside Ipswich in Suffolk.
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NYC jogger films hair-raising encounter with 'giant' coyote prowling Central Park
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Review: Tim McGraw was on all night like a porch light at Xcel Energy Center: His hit-filled show in St. Paul included unexpected dancing (well sort of) and an ...
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Deer return to National Trust park for first time in years after cull: The previous herd had to be culled due to high levels of bovine tuberculosis back in 2021 ...
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Mexico’s presidential frontrunner vows to prioritise US trade ties: Claudia Sheinbaum strikes a contrast to mentor López Obrador at bankers’ conference
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Quick Glance: Mexico’s Presidential Front-Runner Emphasizes Priority of US Trade Ties
- Claudia Sheinbaum highlights US trade ties and aims to encourage companies to shift operations to Mexico to reduce ties with China.
- She signals the importance of the US trade relationship and promises consensus-based policies in contrast to her combative mentor López Obrador.
- Enthusiasm for Mexico's economic potential due to proximity to the US is evident, despite facing long-standing economic challenges.
- Sheinbaum runs a disciplined campaign, emphasizing continuity while showing willingness for differences and addressing significant economic challenges ahead.
Zelenskyy announces bilateral security agreements with US and Nordic countries – video
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Freedom Monument Park tells honest story of enslaved people: The new Freedom Monument Sculpture Park in Montgomery, Alabama, is designed to get visitors closer ...
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Impressive Everton win to hit Liverpool title hopes: Everton take a giant step towards safety and deliver a huge blow to Liverpool's title aspirations with a ...
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Colchester new Home Bargains store to be 'biggest' in city: The country-wide chain, which already has a site at Turner Rise Retail Park, has revealed its plans ...
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Universal Studios Hollywood: Tram crash injures 15: The incident happened shortly after 9pm local time on Saturday night, authorities said.
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Quick Glance: Tram Crash at Universal Studios Hollywood: Over a Dozen Injured. What Occurred?
- A tram crash at a Universal Studios theme park in Southern California on Saturday night left more than a dozen people injured.
- The last of four tram cars of the World-Famous Studio Tour struck a rail in a parking structure at Universal Studios Hollywood due to brake issues, resulting in 15 injuries.
- An emergency call prompted rescuers to the park, with the California Highway Patrol leading further investigations.
- The tram tour, a top attraction at the theme park, takes visitors behind the scenes of iconic movie sets like 'Jaws', 'King Kong', and 'Fast & Furious.'
Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads from China store under pressure from Beijing: Internet regulator orders delisting of two Meta-owned apps over ‘national ...
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Quick Glance: Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads in China
- Apple removes Meta-owned apps under Chinese government pressure.
- Apps delisted due to 'national security concerns'.
- Chinese users now unable to download Western social media apps.
- Apple faces declining iPhone sales in China despite branding efforts.
10-year-old Texas boy confesses to fatally shooting a man in his sleep two years ago
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California Announces First New State Park in a Decade, Sets Climate Goals for Natural Lands
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Man found dead in car park near Plymouth Poundland: Multiple emergency services were called to a car park in Exeter Street yesterday, Tuesday, April 23.
plymouthherald.co.uk/news/plymouth-news/man-found-dead-car-park-9243405
Japan hotel prices near 30-year high as weak yen lures record tourists: The average daily room rate for March was about ¥20,986 ($136), the highest level since ...
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Taupō International Motorsport Park owner Tony Quinn flashes middle finger to people who doubted Taupō Supercars event
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Winter is coming (back) — Finland braces for heavy snowfall: Temperatures are set to drop below zero across the country this weekend, with heavy snow showers ...
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Nottingham Forest demand VAR audio released after Everton incidents: The club feel that three VAR decisions went against them in their 2-0 defeat at Goodison ...
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Quick Glance: Nottingham Forest Criticizes Refereeing Decisions and Warns of VAR Bias
- Nottingham Forest issued a remarkable statement criticizing the refereeing decisions.
- Following the defeat to Everton, the club raised concerns about potential bias from a VAR official.
- A disputed penalty claim involving Ashley Young sparked controversy and was dismissed.
- Manager Nuno Espirito Santo expressed his disappointment with the refereeing decisions.
China woman, pushed off cliff in Thailand by husband, meets rescuers 5 years later
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Best corner shops in Blackpool and the Fylde according to residents: Take a look at the corner shops most loved by the people of Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre below. ...
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Opposite Trump Court: Man sets himself on fire: According to US media reports, a man set himself on fire near the courthouse where Donald Trump's hush money ...
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Troubled 'conspiracy theorist' who died after lighting himself on fire outside Trump 'hush money' trial briefly worked for NY Rep. Tom Suozzi
nypost.com/2024/04/20/us-news/max-azzarello-who-died-after-lighting-himself-on-fire-outside-trump-hush-money-trial-briefly-worked-for-ny-rep-tom-suozzi/
How homelessness in an Oregon town sparked a nationwide debate: On a sunny afternoon in a grassy park by the river, Amber Rockwell loaded a black ...
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Three men killed in crash at London retail park named by police: Sohail Zulfiqar, 20, Mohamad Zeidani, 22 and Mohammed Ghazzi, also 22, were all killed in a ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/16/first-picture-best-friends-killed-crash-london-retail-park-20656069/
Residents 'reeling' after vandals damage 40 trees in park: Vandals have cut down or damaged up to 40 trees in Dublin's Dodder Valley Park over the ...
rte.ie/news/regional/2024/0422/1444923-trees-dublin/
Outrage over cars parked in horsebox spaces at Aberdeenshire beach: Horse riders at an Aberdeenshire country park have hit out "lazy" drivers for ...
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Eminem teams up with Roger Goodell for Detroit-themed NFL Draft promo: The Motor City's rap superstar steps up, as usual, to help put Detroit in the spotlight ...
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East Meadow rally seeks peace in Gaza: East Meadow event Saturday sought to promote peace in the volatile Middle East.
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Watch: XL Bully owners gather to campaign over stigma of muzzles that make them look more scary
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Five high school students wounded in Maryland shooting: Gunfire broke out at a park in Greenbelt, Maryland, where hundreds of high school students had gathered ...
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10-year-old Texas boy confesses to fatally shooting a man in his sleep two years ago
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Huge Plymouth car meet will be 'last of its kind': The event is bringing back the "old skool cruising scene for one last time" and the organisers say ...
plymouthherald.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/huge-plymouth-car-meet-weekend-9232643
Work to begin immediately on exciting new Fratton Park addition that will make Portsmouth 'Premier League-ready'
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I'm concerned someone is going to be hurt on uneven pavements: Councillors in Cleveleys are calling for action over uneven pavements in the town centre - amidst ...
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Fylde and Wyre roadworks this week, how long they are scheduled to last and why they are in place
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Stockport FC announce huge promotion parade - full route and times: An open-top bus will snake through the town ahead of a trophy presentation
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Is now the right time to buy a house on Fylde Coast? House prices changes explained
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Update on planned opening of new Hobbycraft store in Blackpool: Work has been ongoing to create the new superstore
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US announces new Patriot missiles for Ukraine as part of new $6 billion aid package
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Quick Glance: Billion-Dollar Package for Long-Term Ukraine Weapon Contracts
- The United States announced a $6 billion weapons package for Ukraine on Friday, its largest military aid package to date for Kyiv’s forces.
- The weapons and equipment will include critical interceptors for Ukraine’s Patriot and NASAM air defense systems, significant amounts of artillery ammunition, air-to-ground munitions, counterdrone weapons, and maintenance and sustainment support.
- In addition to previous aid packages, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is seeking additional Patriot batteries to create a shield around Ukrainian cities and defend against further Russian missile attacks.
Premature baby girl rescued from her dead mother's womb dies in Gaza after 5 days in an incubator
apnews.com/article/gaza-infant-girl-mother-killed-airstrike-c39c281b545485aa4076f60459f2234a
Quick Glance: Premature Baby Rescued from Dead Mother's Womb Dies in Gaza After 5 Days
- A premature Palestinian infant, rescued from her mother's womb shortly after the woman was killed in an Israeli airstrike, has died, according to her uncle.
- Sabreen Jouda died in a Gaza hospital after her health deteriorated and medical teams were unable to save her, said her uncle.
- Following an Israeli airstrike on Sabreen's home in the southern Gaza city of Rafah, her parents and 4-year-old sister tragically lost their lives.
- More than 34,000 Palestinians have been killed during the Israel-Hamas war, with local health officials stating that about two-thirds of the dead are women and children. Health officials do not differentiate between combatants and civilians in their count.
Dozens of deaths reveal risks of sedating people restrained by police: An investigation led by The Associated Press has found that the practice of giving ...
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Andrew Tate and brother Tristan to be tried in Romania on rape and trafficking charges
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Quick Glance: Andrew Tate ridiculed for claiming having sex with women is gay
- Self-proclaimed misogynist influencer Andrew Tate has been ruthlessly mocked online after claiming it’s “gay” for men to have sex with women for pleasure.
- The controversial statement sparked various reactions, with some speculating it as his way of coming out.
- Tate, currently detained in Romania awaiting trial for rape and human trafficking, will be extradited to the UK after his trial to face additional sex charges. He denies all allegations.
US to rush Patriot missiles to Ukraine as Pentagon builds up support: Move comes as Biden administration begins parcelling out funds unlocked by Congress this ...
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Possible espionage for China: Krah's office accessed secret documents in the trade committee
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Quick Glance: Krah's Office Obtained Sensitive Data in Trade Committee for China
- Maximilian Krah's office, an AfD politician in the EU Parliament, accessed sensitive data in the Trade Committee.
- An employee of Krah was arrested on suspicion of leaking internal information to a Chinese intelligence agency.
- There were multiple requests from Krah's office for documents classified as sensitive or restricted, but none for confidential papers.
- The EU Parliament is internally investigating due to limited information from national intelligence services, and there are probes into possible payments to EU parliamentarians from Russia.
South Dakota governor, a potential Trump running mate, writes in new book about killing her dog
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Quick Glance: South Dakota Governor Writes About Killing Dog in New Book
- South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, a potential running mate for Donald Trump, discusses in a new book the killing of her dog Cricket and an unpleasant goat.
- In her book, Noem recounts how Cricket attacked and killed other animals during a hunting trip, leading to significant backlash.
- In addition to the controversial dog story, Noem also details shooting an aggressive goat, sparking further outrage on social media platforms.
- The governor defended her actions, urging readers to pre-order her book for more candid stories, despite mixed reactions and criticism.
Kevin Harlan: ‘I probably let that fan side of me come out too much’: Kevin Harlan revealed that he worries his energetic style on NBA broadcasts is excessive ...
awfulannouncing.com/tnt-sports/kevin-harlan-fan-too-much-nba.html
Quick Glance: Kevin Harlan: Passionate NBA Commentator
- Kevin Harlan has become an icon for a generation of NBA fans, but he worries viewers might think he exaggerates his enthusiasm for the cameras.
- Harlan emphasized his focus on highlighting the incredible athletes and game analysts rather than stealing the spotlight with his thrilling calls.
- Despite his self-criticism, Harlan is the top announcer for the league's most recognized broadcast partner and has too many iconic moments to count.
- Harlan is known for his passion and ability to give space to his analysts while elevating moments to iconic status himself.
New York to require internet providers to charge low-income residents $15 for broadband
apnews.com/article/internet-broadband-new-york-city-6eef189aa0c757bb352e8c990e79a816
Magnitude 6.1 earthquake jolts eastern Taiwan - Focus Taiwan: A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck off the coast of eastern Taiwan's Hualien County at 2:21 a.m ...
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Blinken says China helping fuel Russian threat to Ukraine: The US Secretary of State was speaking to the BBC at the end of a three-day trip to China.
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The Axis of Upheaval: How America’s Adversaries Are Uniting to Overturn the Global Order
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Pentagon to 'rush' Patriot missiles to Ukraine in $6bn package: Ukrainian President Zelensky says munitions in $6bn package "can save lives right now".
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Magnitude 6.1, 5.8 earthquakes strike northeast Taiwan | Taiwan News | Apr. 27, 2024 02:34
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Wang Yi tells Antony Blinken not to step on China's red lines: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in China in an attempt to put relations on an even keel.
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Robert Habeck under pressure: Germany's nuclear phase-out was about ideology: Internal correspondence shows: At the height of the energy crisis ...
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Quick Glance: German Exit from Nuclear Energy: Ideology Over Pragmatism
- During an energy crisis, green ministries in Germany pushed through the nuclear energy phaseout, disregarding warnings and prioritizing ideological goals over energy security.
- Internal communications reveal that high-ranking green officials ignored and twisted facts to advance the nuclear phaseout, even if it raised safety concerns.
- The origins of the energy transition were not primarily focused on climate change but aimed to eliminate nuclear energy and transition to renewables and coal.
- The decommissioned nuclear power plants now serve as monuments to a green misstep that led Germany into an energy policy tragedy, potentially hindering the construction of new nuclear power plants.
Xi meets Blinken as China warns US against crossing 'red lines' - BBC News
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Quick Glance: Xi and Blinken Clash Over China's Backing to Russia
- Xi orders China’s biggest military reorganisation since 2015.
- He emphasizes that China is not afraid of competition as long as it is based on common progress.
- China is willing to cooperate with the US, provided it is mutual.
- A five-point consensus was reached to stabilize relations between the two countries.
Bankrupt Katie Price in desperate bid for Harvey to stay at £350k-a-year college: Katie Price – who was declared bankrupt for a second time this year – has ...
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Putin’s Brittle Regime: Like the Soviet One That Preceded It, His System Is Always on the Brink of Collapse
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Formula 1 hammer fixed! Nico Hülkenberg moves to Sauber/Audi - Contract term surprised
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Newsroom welcomes the Secret Diary: Steve Braunias introduces his much-loved satirical Secret Diary series to Newsroom.
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/27/newsroom-welcomes-the-secret-diary/
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