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National Herald case: Congress’s ‘selective justice’ rebuttal to ED charge sheet against Sonia, Rahul

We'd be foolish to establish Young India if we wanted to commit money laundering, says Abhishek Manu Singhvi, adds that ...

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7 notable moments from the French leaders' debate

Liberal Leader Mark Carney, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet and...

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Trump admin proposes redefining 'harm' to endangered animals

The Trump administration aims to remove degradation of habitat from its definition of "harm" to endangered species, prop...

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‘It is accurate’: Website stands by controversial Russian aircraft story

Indonesia’s foreign ministry has left open the prospect of regular Russian military visits to the nation, saying it we...

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'Promises kept?' Trump base bristles over lack of reprisals

by Frankie TAGGARTInflamed by endless claims of liberal "deep state" operatives targeting their president for prosecutio...

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Colonial Means to “Decolonial” Ends

Federal inaction and a lack of meaningful democratic processes frustrates local efforts to pursue greater autonomy, self...

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The Proclamation of Independence was a beacon for Bangladesh

The proclamation laid the foundation for the country's distinct political identity and its eventual path to independence...

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Peabody police chief contract extended

Luke ActonPEABODY — Mayor Ted Bettencourt announced on Tuesday that Police Chief Thomas Griffin received a three-year ...

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'Jumped out at me': CNN legal analyst flags 'big headline' in Trump DOJ's clash with judge

U.S. District Judge James Boasberg laid down the law in his warning that he was on the brink of holding Trump administra...

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Torched, defaced, smeared: have Australia’s corflute wars gone too far?

Candidates in marginal electorates have reported a high number of incidents with campaign posters being torn down, or wo...

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Mark Carney needed to escape this debate unbloodied — and even with a smile, Pierre Poilievre couldn't land a knockout blow

With a huge lead in Quebec's public opinion polls but a shaky grasp of French, the Liberal leader had the most to lose, ...

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Crikey for PM makes a corflute

Crikey's campaign manager is absolutely furious about corflutes this week. The post Crikey for PM makes a corflute appea...

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Why Enugu must rethink its Tenancy Bill

By Pat Onukwuli The essence of legislation lies not in the volume of its applause but in the depth of its wisdom. In Nig...

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The West retreat from foreign aid

By Anka Mumuni On January 20 2025, the President Donald Trump administration issued an executive order imposing a 90-day...

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Sokoto: Zero borrowing, impactful governance

By Louis Achi According to Henrik Johan Ibsen, Norwegian playwright considered the world’s pre-eminent dramatist of th...

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Trump hosts faith leaders for Easter prayer dinner, slams effort to rid America of Christian principles

President Donald Trump participated in an Easter prayer service and dinner Wednesday night with several members of vario...

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'Pretty unbelievable': Fox News' Sean Hannity turns on Trump over 'bad' plan

Fox News anchor Sean Hannity is no fan of reports the White House is mulling over hiking taxes on the rich.Republicans i...

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Make an example of those who openly mock the law

The individual was seen celebrating his birthday on April 11 with cakes that labelled him ‘King of Bhandup’ and list...

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Hey, I have a bat for you!

Cricketers have rejoiced over gifts in the form of pieces of willow just like Gujarat Giants’ WPL star Kashvee Gautam ...

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Man dies as water tanker hits bike

KARACHI - A water tanker crushed a motorcyclist to death in Karachi....

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Soludo’s track record and other issues

By Greg Ukaigwe In the academic sphere, economic world, and Nigeria’s vibrant socio-political landscape, the name Char...

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Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh: Too many parents are falling into the dangerous trap of sharing their children online as ‘content’

Ireland is a small place. We’re used to ambling along a street in a different part of the country and bumping into som...

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Ellen Coyne: ‘Patrick O’Donovan and his cabinet colleagues are probably not overly keen to be the regime that priced Bluey out of Irish family living rooms’

Never has an event more eluded the mental calendars of Irish mothers than World Book Day. I tend to celebrate each year ...

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The Irish Independent’s view: Grace whistleblower’s comments show there is a moral duty to ensure a case like this can never happen again

It is unsettling to think that, according to the “Grace” case whistleblower, he told then health minister Simon Harr...

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Frank Coughlan: Masters champ Rory McIlroy represents a unity on this island that brings into question the need for a border poll

I didn’t intend to stay up. Switched over just as Rory McIroy turned into the back nine at Augusta on Sunday night. Si...

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Sophie White: If you’re on a fitness mission, a Gym Nemesis is crucial – hate is the optimum fuel for working out

Big Wellness will have you believe that in order to work out, you must be well-nourished and hydrated. I am here to tell...

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Donal Fallon: Remembering Tony Benn, unlikely supporter of a united Ireland who knew the value of discussing differences

In August 1969, the British government deployed troops on the streets of Northern Ireland. This decision was taken by a ...

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Letters: Grace Report should signal the overhaul of costly and drawn-out inquiries

Another investigation report is published (this time the Grace Inquiry) into shortcomings in foster care. It took eight ...

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This election, Peter Dutton leaves us, the female Liberal diaspora, in no better place than 2022 | Paula Matthewson

When forced to look into the policy cupboard for the folder named ‘women’, he finds it bare – just as Tony Abbott ...

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Transport authorities expedite crackdown against traffic violations

KARACHI - The Transport and Mass Transit department has expedited action against vehicles committing traffic violations ...

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Legal action to be taken against those deducting funds from BISP; DIG Larkana

LARKANA - The Larkana Police, on the directives of Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Nasir Aftab is conducting crackdown ag...

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White House plan would eliminate Head Start, make sweeping health cuts

A Trump administration budget proposal calls for eliminating programs like Head Start, funding for community mental heal...

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LILLEY: Poised Poilievre pushes for economic independence at French debate

Conservative leader stood firm, sounded confident and relaxed as Liberal leader struggled at times during French debate...

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Trump hails 'big progress' in tariffs talks with Japan

Donald Trump and Japanese officials have taken part in talks on tariffs, as the US president's trade war continues to sp...

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'Disqualifying moment': leaders' gaffes mar campaign

Coalition figures have been given a ticking off by a key crossbencher for misquoting world leaders as Labor maintains a ...