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Thousands rally for biggest protest in years against Tunisia’s Saied
Unions and opposition groups unite to demonstrate against worsening living conditions and restrictions on political freedoms.Published On 17 Oct 202617 Oct 2026Thousands of Tunisians have marched through the capital to protest against President…
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On this day in space! Oct. 17, 2016: Private Antares rocket returns to flight after catastrophic launch explosion
On Oct. 17, 2016, Orbital ATK (now Northrop Grumman Space Systems) returned to flight, successfully launching a cargo shipment to the International Space Station (ISS) after its previous cargo mission failed to launch.The private spaceflight…
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Pope Leo returns to Vatican four days after lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo XIV has left hospital in Rome to return to the Vatican following surgery for lung cancer four days ago.The 71-year-old walked unaided to his waiting car, stopping to speak to well-wishers outside Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Saturday…
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WATCH: David’s Bridal puppy collection
Wedding retailer David’s Bridal is unveiling its new Puppy Love collection, revealing what the best-dressed best friend will wear at a pet parent’s wedding.
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Elon Musk agrees to settle lawsuits over 2024 election lottery
Elon Musk and his America Pac political action committee said recently that they agreed to settle two proposed class actions alleging the billionaire entrepreneur defrauded residents in closely contested states before the 2024 US…
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How to stay healthy during flu season
Flu season is back with a vengeance, arriving earlier than usual this year. Dr. Janette Nesheiwat has tips to help keep you and your family healthy.
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Dharwad girl selected for 2027 Deaflympics
Ambika Nagappa Masagi, who won three medals at the Asia-Pacific Deaf Chess Championship held in Penang, Malaysia, has recently been selected to represent India at the 2027 Deaflympics in Austria. …
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Man killed, four injured in suspected militant attack on Kuki village in Manipur
Violence has been escalating in Manipur A 36-year old man was killed and four others injured after suspected militants attacked Chassad village in Manipur’s Kamjong district on Saturday, triggering an exchange of fire between the assailants and…
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Zelensky says Musk-owned satellite system still restricted in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine’s use of the Elon Musk-owned SpaceX satellite system remains partially restricted, despite earlier signs this week that it had been fully restored. Why it matters: The current restrictions limit…
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As conflicts disrupt shipping, India’s crude purchases show how fast it can adapt
Drone view of oil tanker Helga berthed at one of Iraq’s southern offshore oil terminals near Basra. In September, the Consultative Shipping Group, a group of leading maritime nations,…
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