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New Jersey parents charged with murder after daughter’s fatal beating
A New Jersey mother and stepfather have been charged with murder after allegedly claiming their nine-year-old daughter, Maya Thomas, was hit by a car. Prosecutors say medical findings and surveillance footage contradicted that account, and the case matters because investigators say the child’s injuries point to prolonged abuse. An autopsy found multiple blunt force injuries…
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Satellite images track luxury vessel off North Korea’s Wonsan coast
Satellite images show an 80-metre luxury vessel with a 50-metre pool and waterslides off North Korea’s Wonsan coast from July to mid-October. Its movements, along with those of several other vessels, suggest the area may be used for recreation by Kim Jong Un and his family, highlighting the contrast between the leadership’s apparent wealth and…
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Ohio State snaps Indiana’s 22-game winning streak, hands reigning champs first loss since 2024 in thriller
Ohio State beat defending national champions Indiana 19-15, ending the Hoosiers’ 22-game winning streak and handing them their first defeat since December 2024. The result also ended Indiana’s 19-game home winning run, as Ohio State’s defence held firm in a tense finish. Ohio State led 10-7 at half-time and extended its advantage to 19-7 in…
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Ukraine-linked drone disruption strands Moscow travellers as microplastics raise concerns
Researchers warn water may make microplastics chemically active, while AI still cannot explain the human genome. A 1989 Garfield strip and Hall and Oates’ hit also feature in the bulletin.
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Rain-triggered crowd crush at Kolkata Durga Puja event kills at least 17
At least 17 people have died and many more have been injured in a crowd crush at a Durga Puja event in Kolkata, officials say. The incident happened during sudden rain, when people rushed to find shelter, and has renewed attention on crowd safety at large public gatherings. West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendhu Adhikari said…
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Former US ambassador says South Korea prosecuted him over speech made on American soil
Former US diplomat Morse Tan appeared in a Seoul court on charges of defaming South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, over remarks Tan made at a Washington event in June 2025. The case matters because it has prevented Tan from leaving South Korea since he arrived in May, and raises a dispute over the reach…
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Indiana’s battle against Ohio State at Memorial Stadium highlights Hoosiers’ strong commitment to the military
Indiana University’s Memorial Stadium, named in honour of service members, is the setting for a major game between No. 5 Indiana and No. 4 Ohio State. The article uses the occasion to highlight the university’s longstanding recognition of military service and the importance it holds for students who serve. Outside the stadium are anti-aircraft guns…
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Why Britain should reject the lure of cheap – and scary – Chinese AI
Chinese developers are offering businesses and governments low-cost, open-weight AI models, prompting concerns that Britain may adopt them for their price and flexibility. The article argues that reliance on Chinese technology could strengthen Beijing’s economic and political influence abroad, while raising questions about surveillance and security. It compares cheap AI with subsidised Chinese electric cars,…
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Chacarra leads as McIlroy fades before play halted
Eugenio Chacarra opened a two-shot lead at the weather-affected DP World India Championship as play in the third round was stopped because of darkness. He is seeking his third win of the season and a chance to move above Patrick Reed in the Race to Dubai standings, while Rory McIlroy’s inconsistent round left him well…
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Prototype footage reveals cancelled Assassin’s Creed set in ancient China
Footage from a reportedly cancelled Assassin’s Creed game set in ancient China has appeared online, offering a glimpse of a project called Assassin’s Creed Destiny. The prototype footage shows familiar series features alongside a distinctive umbrella weapon, but there is no indication the game will be released. Most of the clips reportedly came from a…