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An Israeli attack in Gaza has reportedly killed nine people as ceasefire negotiations continue. Italian senator Liliana Segre joins a sit-in to honor child victims of the conflict. Read more...

Andy Cohen faces criticism over a trans athlete debate, while Tim Tebow and his wife reveal their baby's gender after a teasing photo reveal. Read more...

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A summary of recent business news including market momentum shifts, company earnings, insider trading impacts, strategic asset sales, and the role of fossil fuel firms in global emissions. Read more...

A Haitian athlete competes in two different World Championships, while Liverpool Women part ways with their manager, Matt Beard, after nearly four years. Read more...

A businesswoman claims to have delivered €90,000 to PSOE headquarters, while Ábalos' ex-partner admits to never working at companies that hired her, adding fuel to the ongoing investigation. Read more...

A look at recent news highlighting abuses of power, failures in safeguarding, and the dark realities lurking beneath seemingly normal surfaces. From corporate dominance to horrifying acts of cruelty, this article explores concerning trends. Read more...

This article examines the contrasting situations in Palmyra, hoping for a tourism revival after ISIS, and Manbij, plagued by electricity shortages and terrorist attacks amidst ongoing conflict. Read more...

This week's news covers surging fraud in Singapore, debates around hate speech bans, and a coordinated disinformation campaign against sex education. Read more...

A look at the latest sports news, from Wayne Gretzky's tarnished image in Canada to impressive wins by the Cavaliers, Red Sox, and St. Mary's basketball. Read more...

Poland faces a double whammy of weather woes as intense snowfall and icing warnings are issued for Lesser Poland and Silesia, while a strong seismic tremor hits Lower Silesia. Read more...

A Turkish man finds solace in a cave after losing his home in an earthquake, while a teacher rediscovers his passion through travel. Two stories of resilience and unexpected journeys. Read more...

From a legendary Slovak shopkeeper reciting poetry to a British money expert offering energy-saving tips, two stories highlight creative approaches to business and customer interaction. Read more...

Controversy swirls around reported NOAA layoffs amid DOGE audits, while a New Jersey man accused of murdering his brother attempts suicide. Read more...

A gold toilet theft trial, a tragic Spitfire crash, a mother's confession after decades, and the discovery of a body hidden in a closet. Read more...

Ilona Maher hints at a possible return to rugby while Olympian Lubjana Piovesana mourns the loss of her brother in Bristol. Read more...

Stay updated on the latest travel news! From essential adapter advice and a mid-flight tragedy, to a glamping getaway and castle restoration, we've got you covered. Read more...

Emma Navarro dominates in Mérida, achieving a rare 6-0, 6-0 victory. Meanwhile, Aimee Boorman, former coach of Simone Biles, steps in to fill a coaching gap in Stuttgart following abuse allegations. Read more...