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A look at royal smoking secrets, the passing of Gene Hackman and his wife, and a tribute to the celebrated Irish novelist Jennifer Johnston. Read more...

Recent reports suggest Justin Bieber is facing personal struggles, from fan concerns over his social media activity to rumors of marital strain and changes in his inner circle. Read more...

Slovakia faces scrutiny over its stance on Ukraine aid, allegations of corruption, and questionable army contracts, drawing attention both domestically and at the EU level. Read more...

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Boris Spassky, the Soviet chess grandmaster best known for his iconic 1972 match against Bobby Fischer during the Cold War, has passed away in Moscow at the age of 88. His life was a novel of brilliance and struggle. Read more...

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Bratislava sees planned transit changes in the city center and fare stability on public transport. Tragically, a young man with aspirations of becoming a prosecutor was found dead. Read more...

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