This weekend’s European Heritage Days offers you a chance to take a wander around some of Europe’s finest buildings and cultural sites for free. The theme of European Heritage Days 2025 is ‘architectural heritage’. Buildings that are often closed to the public for the rest of the year will open their doors on 13 […]
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OpenAI has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Microsoft to renegotiate terms of their existing partnership, as the artificial intelligence company prepares for internal restructuring. The agreement signals both parties’ intent to reaffirm and potentially expand their collaboration in the evolving AI landscape. While details of the revised terms remain undisclosed, the move reflects […]
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Following a lifetime of independence in the fashion industry, the late Italian designer Giorgio Armani has posthumously instructed his heirs to sell a 15% minority stake in his global fashion empire. The directive, outlined in his will, prioritizes potential buyers from among three major corporations: French luxury conglomerate LVMH, eyewear leader Essilor-Luxottica, and cosmetics giant […]
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A chartered flight carrying over 300 South Korean workers landed safely at Incheon International Airport on Friday, following their release from several days of detention in the United States. The workers had been held by U.S. immigration authorities amid an investigation into alleged visa irregularities involving subcontracted labor. South Korean officials confirmed the group’s return […]
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A protest march led by social organizations in Quito, Ecuador, ended in clashes with police this week as public frustration mounted over President Daniel Noboa’s proposed national referendum. Demonstrators voiced concerns over rising unemployment, inadequate educational support, and poor infrastructure, accusing the government of prioritizing non-essential spending. The march, which drew hundreds to the capital’s […]
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Excerpts from article By Hannah Ritchie | Edited for clarity and brevity Suicide remains a leading global health concern, with over 700,000 deaths each year. In low- and middle-income countries, pesticide self-poisoning is a common method — accounting for an estimated 14% to 20% of all suicide deaths, or roughly 100,000 to 150,000 lives annually. […]
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The Irish Defence Forces have sent military personnel to the United States as part of a strategic initiative to strengthen Ireland’s national intelligence capabilities. The deployment, confirmed by government sources, involves specialized training programs aimed at enhancing skills in surveillance, cyber operations, and threat analysis. The move reflects Ireland’s growing focus on modernizing its security […]
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The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has called on Tanzanian authorities to lift the 90-day suspension of JamiiForums, a prominent social media and news platform, ahead of the country’s general elections scheduled for October 29, 2025. The Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA) blocked access to the site on September 6, citing violations of the Electronic […]
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The Duchess of Edinburgh has concluded her four-day official visit to Canada, which ran from Thursday, September 4 to Monday, September 8, 2025. Undertaken on behalf of King Charles III, the tour included engagements in Alberta and marked a significant moment in her royal duties. During the visit, Duchess Sophie was formally honoured with the […]
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Shares in Warner Bros. Discovery rose nearly 29% on Thursday following reports that Paramount Skydance Corp. is preparing a takeover bid for the media giant. The Wall Street Journal cited sources familiar with the matter, noting that the proposed cash offer—backed by the Ellison family—could create a combined entity valued at approximately US$60 billion. Warner […]
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