Eilish McColgan’s dad left in tears as he watched her win Commonwealth gold
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- The proposed highway aims to connect vital regions of the country and is compared to iconic coastal routes in other countries, but faces criticism from environmentalists for potential ecological damage.
- Calls for thorough environmental assessments and exploring alternative routes with minimal impact have emerged, urging policymakers to consider preserving local businesses like Landmark Beach.
- Onwuanibe stresses the need for in-depth consultations and studies to ensure a mutually beneficial outcome for affected businesses along the coast, emphasizing the importance of turning the coastal highway into an advantage rather than a setback.
Jacob Zuma wins court battle to stand in South Africa's election: South Africa's ex-president wins an appeal against his earlier disqualification by the ...
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Quick Glance: The Unstoppable Impunities of Jacob Zuma
- Former President Jacob Zuma secures a significant victory for his MK party, confirming his candidacy.
- The MK party leverages court cases for nationwide publicity, establishing a strong presence in voters' minds.
- Zuma, amidst surviving various scandals, aims for a political comeback with support from the ANC government.
- The ANC's actions have facilitated Zuma's resurgence, inadvertently creating a formidable opposition in the process.
‘You’re Never Too Busy For Your Banker’: How Italy’s ’Ndrangheta Mafia Allegedly Infiltrated Canadian Banks - OCCRP
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Quick Glance: How Italy’s 'Ndrangheta Mafia Infiltrated Canadian Banks
- A faction of the 'Ndrangheta based in Toronto allegedly relied on relationships with staff at two major Canadian banks to facilitate their financial activities.
- Angelo Figliomeni, the suspected leader, was targeted in a large-scale organized crime investigation where charges against him and his associates were eventually dropped.
- Through internal police reports, wiretap summaries, and court records, it was revealed how Figliomeni and his allies allegedly infiltrated two major Canadian banks.
- Investigations uncovered that Figliomeni and his group may have laundered their proceeds from illegal activities through the banks, although the charges were ultimately not pursued in court.
Pamela Anderson to Star Opposite Liam Neeson in ‘Naked Gun’ Remake: The Naked Gun remake has added Pamela Anderson to a cast that also includes Liam Neeson ...
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Quick Glance: New Cast for 'Naked Gun' Reboot
- Pamela Anderson will be seen alongside Liam Neeson in the upcoming Naked Gun reboot, set for release in July 2025.
- Directed by Akiva Schaffer, the modern interpretation of the classic comedy franchise will promise laughs for new audiences.
- Details about Anderson's character in the film are being kept under wraps, creating anticipation among fans for the return of the beloved series.
- The original Naked Gun hit theaters in 1988 and was successful enough to inspire two sequels. The reboot aims to bring the series' distinctive humor to modern viewers.
Coral bleaching: Fourth global mass stress episode underway - US scientists: Ocean heat records have been breaking for months. This is the first global evidence ...
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Quick Glance: Global Coral Bleaching Event After Extreme Heat
- US climate agency NOAA declares a concerning global coral bleaching event for the fourth time in history after a year of extreme ocean heat.
- Impacts of coral bleaching span oceans worldwide, with sea surface temperatures at record levels.
- Corals under extreme heat stress can recover, but otherwise, the reef requires several years to regenerate.
- Despite losses, some reefs show signs of color, offering hope for potential recovery, while scientists caution about the escalating impacts.
Babu K V, a Kerala doctor, filed RTIs, complained against misleading advertising by #Patanjali Ayurved, featuring yoga guru #BabaRamdev ... Show more #Modi #Uttarakhand @betwasharma
Meet The Doctor Who Challenged Patanjali’s Misleading Advertisements & Won: Babu K V, a doctor from Kerala, fought a year-long battle to stop misleading ...
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Fossils of colossal snake Vasuki unearthed in India mine: Fossil vertebrae unearthed in a lignite mine are the remains of one of the largest snakes that ever ...
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Joe Biden urges restraint from Israel after Iran’s drone and missile attack: Macron warns of risk of ‘conflagration in the region’ as Israeli war cabinet ...
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Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
Gigantic marine reptile's fossils found by British girl and father: A fossil jawbone found by a British girl and her father on a beach in Somerset ...
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Quick Glance: Huge marine reptile fossils discovered by British girl and father
- Researchers identified a 202 million-year-old giant marine reptile bone in Somerset, England.
- The reptile, named Ichthyotitan severnensis, was estimated to be 72 to 85 feet long and could be the largest-known marine reptile.
- The bone discovery by Ruby Reynolds and her father drew comparisons to the renowned fossil hunter Mary Anning.
- Ichthyotitan, part of the Shastasauridae family, lived until a global mass extinction event around 201 million years ago.
Modi’s Party Vows Growth, Development in Election Manifesto: India’s ruling party pledged to focus on infrastructure and keep popular subsidies in place in its ...
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Elon Musk predicts AI will overtake human intelligence next year: Tesla chief says infrastructure will need to keep up with technology’s demands as he seeks ...
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk Predicts AI Surpassing Human Intelligence Next Year
- Elon Musk predicts that artificial intelligence will surpass human intelligence by the end of next year, given the necessary infrastructure to meet technological demands.
- Musk anticipates that AI capabilities will likely exceed those of all humans in the next five years.
- A series of AI breakthroughs in the past 18 months have accelerated development faster than expected, with Musk being more optimistic than previous forecasts.
- Musk has intensified his efforts to enter the AI race by seeking funding for his own AI startup to compete with OpenAI, while also advocating for a pause in the development of advanced AI systems.
Police investigate Labour deputy leader Angela Rayner over council house sale: Labour's deputy leader is accused of failing to properly disclose her main ...
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The Big Fallout Interview: Todd Howard and Jonathan Nolan Answer Our Burning Questions About Season 1 - IGN
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Quick Glance: Insights and Future Plans for Fallout Season 1
- Fallout Season 1 is a hit on Prime Video with positive reviews and many fans already embracing the series.
- In an interview with Todd Howard and Jonathan Nolan, important details and revelations from Season 1 are discussed.
- The creators talk about their love for the Fallout universe, adapting to the game lore, and the challenges of bringing the series to life.
- Character development, storylines, and future plans for the series are addressed, including the involvement of celebrities and the continuation of the Fallout saga.
Social media platform X blocked in Pakistan over national security, ministry says
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Prince Harry declares US as his new home, renounces British residency: According to documents obtained by Page Six, the Duke of Sussex listed the US as his "new ...
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Zambia Seeks $900 Million in Funds as Drought Weighs on Economic Growth: Zambia needs about $900 million this year to deal with its worst drought on record in ...
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Paid articlePaid Singapore Home Sales Rise Most in Four Months on Launches: Singapore home sales rose the most in four months, rebounding from a lull after the launch of a range ...
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Paid articlePaid India Elections: National Pride, Hindutva Top Economic Pain, May Help Modi Win: What India’s voters want.
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‘The Night Manager’ Returns With Supercharged Two-Season Order At BBC & Amazon; Tom Hiddleston Back To Star With Hugh Laurie As EP
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Quick Glance: The Night Manager Returns for Two More Seasons with Tom Hiddleston
- When the Tom Hiddleston-starring miniseries adaptation of John Le Carré’s espionage novel hit screens in early 2016, it quickly became a huge mainstream hit, thrilling viewers with its twists and enhancing Hiddleston’s cool factor.
- After years of speculation, The Night Manager is now confirmed to return, with the show set for at least two more seasons, with Tom Hiddleston reprising his role as Jonathan Pine.
- Season 2 is scheduled to film later this year, set eight years after the events of the first series, with Stephen Garrett returning as showrunner and screenwriter David Farr back on script duties.
- The new seasons will be available on the BBC in the UK and Amazon as a global partner, with Le Carré’s sons, Simon and Stephen Cornwell, supporting the decision to expand Pine's story and looking forward to where the narrative will lead next.
Australia Plans IRA-Style Act to Drive Green Manufacturing Tilt: Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese plans an Inflation Reduction Act-style program to ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: PM unveils ambitious plan to boost local manufacturing
- Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has unveiled an ambitious plan to boost local manufacturing and supercharge Australia's economic growth.
- He announced the upcoming introduction of a 'Future Made in Australia Act' to enhance investment, job creation, and economic opportunities.
- Albanese emphasized the importance of government support for the domestic industry and competing with other countries offering similar subsidies.
- Albanese's plan has been welcomed by various bodies, while Opposition Leader Peter Dutton deemed it unachievable.
Singapore Non-Oil Domestic Exports Slump More Than Expected: Non-oil domestic exports from the Southeast Asian trading hub slid 20.7% from a year earlier last ...
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Mideast Enters Dangerous New Phase With Iran’s Attack On Israel: Israel and allies including the US, UK and France managed to mostly foil an unprecedented attack ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: New Measures Against Iran and Escalation in West Bank
- The United States intends to take further actions against Iran in the coming days to address the attacks on Israel over the weekend, as announced by US officials on Tuesday.
- To combat the escalation in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, Israeli and Palestinian officials reported the deaths of two Palestinians shot by Israeli settlers on Monday.
Brighton: Police apology over 1986 schoolgirls murder case: Karen Hadaway and Nicola Fellows, both aged nine, were killed in Brighton in 1986.
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Australia increases defence spending by $32bn in response to China build-up: Labor government commits to spending rises to pay for Aukus and long-range missile ...
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House passes bill banning Uncle Sam from snooping on citizens via data brokers: Vote met strong opposition from Biden's office
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UCL: Real Madrid eliminate defending champions, Man City: Following a 1-1 draw at the Etihad Stadium (4-4 on aggregate), the tie was decided by a penalty ...
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If UK can’t land its top coaching candidates, is it time to bring Rick Pitino back?
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Quick Glance: Tiger Woods Sets Record
- At this year's Masters in Augusta, Georgia, attention was on whether Tiger Woods would make the cut.
- Woods finished his opening rounds with a 1-over-par and an even-par, securing him comfortably above the cut line.
- His score was well above the projected cut, marking his 24th consecutive cut, a tournament record.
- As one of 27 players still on the course, Woods had a grueling day, mentioning fatigue after playing 23 holes.
De Minaur becomes first Australian to defeat Nadal on clay: There were no post-match histrionics from de Minaur after the victory, fully aware he had toppled a ...
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Quick Glance: Rafael Nadal's Exit from 2024 Barcelona, Defeat to Alex de Minaur in Second Round
- The 12-time champion couldn’t replicate his first-round performance, exiting the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell against the fourth-seeded Aussie.
- Nadal's comeback at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell concluded in the second round on Wednesday on the unseeded icon's home court.
- De Minaur, seeded fourth in Barcelona, defeated the living legend in a straight-set victory to advance to the third round.
- Overall, Nadal managed just 11 winners to 42 unforced errors, while De Minaur played the cleaner match with 21 to 26, respectively, awaiting the Aussie in the third round will be either No. 16 seed Arthur Fils or Daniel Altmaier.
Police arrest six, seek three others linked to Canada's largest gold heist: Police in Canada and the United States have arrested six people and are seeking three ...
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Quick Glance: Six Arrested in $22M Airport Gold Heist, Inside Job Unveiled
- Six individuals were arrested for the multimillion-dollar gold heist at Toronto's Pearson International Airport.
- Police identified it as an 'inside job' and charged nine suspects in connection with the crime.
- Investigations revealed that former Air Canada employees were allegedly involved in the theft.
- The criminals intended to use the stolen gold and cash to finance illegal firearms trafficking into Canada.
UK Spurs Intelligence Sharing With Allies on Vote Manipulation: The UK is spearheading a drive to expand intelligence-sharing on electoral interference beyond ...
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