UK Seizes Russian Oil Tanker, Defends Action Amid Putin Retaliation Threat
The UK seized a Russian shadow fleet tanker, drawing a threat from Putin, and defended the action as lawful disruption of war funding.
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Homeland Security Paid $464 Million for Jets That Remain Parked
Homeland Security acquired 10 used jets for deportation flights but they have largely remained unused for months.
Met Police Chief Admits Mistakes in Simon Levy Murder Investigation
Met Police chief Sir Mark Rowley acknowledged errors in handling Simon Levy's case, but defended the initial murder investigation.
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Police Rescue 60 Cats from Abandoned Sailboat After 6-Day Operation
Sixty cats and kittens were rescued from an abandoned sailboat near Owens Beach, Washington, following a week-long operation by authorities.
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Gaza Women Sacrifice Rights for Quicker Divorce Amid War-Related Legal Delays
Palestinian women in Gaza are opting for faster, rights-sacrificing divorces due to severe legal delays caused by the ongoing conflict.
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Lebanon PM Salam: Israeli Strikes Violate International Law, Destroy Homes
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam condemned Israeli strikes in south Lebanon, calling them a violation of international law and rejecting Israel's claims of targeting military sites.
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Messi hints at retirement after Inter Miami's Leagues Cup elimination
Lionel Messi returned to play for Inter Miami hours after hinting at retirement but couldn't prevent their Leagues Cup exit.
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Illinois Powerball Ticket Wins $1 Billion Jackpot, Largest This Year
A single Powerball ticket sold in Illinois matched all six numbers, winning an estimated $1.04 billion, the largest jackpot of 2026.
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Zambia Election: Ghost of Ex-President Lungu Haunts Incumbent Hichilema's Re-election Bid
Zambia's presidential election is overshadowed by the ongoing feud between incumbent Hakainde Hichilema and the late ex-president Edgar Lungu's family.
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