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Trump taps ‘Apprentice’ producer Mark Burnett as special envoy to the United Kingdom

LA Times

Mark Burnett, the power producer who helped reintroduce Donald Trump to a national television audience with “The Apprentice,” is being tapped by the president-elect to be special envoy to the United Kingdom. The selection of Burnett continues Trump’s trend of filling out his incoming administration with people who have high-profile backgrounds in television or politics, or both — including his …

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'Big deal': Elon Musk raises alarms by endorsing what's known as 'German neo-Nazi party'

Raw Story

Elon Musk raised alarm by endorsing Germany's far-right Alternative für Deutschland, which has called for the nation to leave the European Union. The tech billionaire and Donald Trump adviser commented on an X post by far-right influencer Naomi Seibt, who had criticized German politician Friedrich Merz, saying the potential next chancellor was "horrified by the idea that Germany should follow …

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Notable deaths of 2024

Raw Story

by Raphaëlle PICARD / Janet MCEVOY From Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny to British actress Maggie Smith and US music titan Quincy Jones, here are some of 2024's most notable deaths. - February - - 4: HAGE GEINGOB, Namibia's President and its first post-independence prime minister, aged 82 - 9: ROBERT BADINTER, France's former justice minister who ended capital punishment in …

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Former child star is best known for her role as the perfect blonde eldest sister in a famous TV family...who is she?

Daily Mail

She's best known for playing one of the most beloved sisters in a famous TV family in the late 60s and early 70s. At just 13 years old she charmed viewers as the sweet, pretty, blonde, 'girl next door' and responsible oldest sister to her five siblings throughout the ABC sitcom's original five-season run. This beloved former child star who …

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Oldest known stone tablet inscribed with the Ten Commandments sells for over $5M

Associated Press

NEW YORK — The oldest known stone tablet inscribed with the Ten Commandments sold for more than $5 million at an auction on Wednesday. The New York-based auction house said the final price exceeded the presale estimate of $1 million to $2 million and followed more than 10 minutes of “intense bidding” during the global competition. The tablet dates from …

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What’s known about the brazen bombing that killed a top Russian general in Moscow

Associated Press

The killing of a senior Russian general in a bombing outside his apartment building in Moscow was the boldest assassination yet of a top military officer and again brought the war in Ukraine to the streets of the capital. Maj. Gen. Igor Kirillov, the chief of the Russian military’s radiation, chemical and biological protection unit, attends a briefing in Kubinka …

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Jean Adamson, children’s author known for Topsy And Tim series dies aged 96

The Independent

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jean Adamson, the popular children’s author best known for her Topsy …

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Unilever agree deal to sell Unox and Zwan brands to Zwanenenberg food group

NL Times

Unilever will sell off the Unox and Zwan brands to the Zwanenberg Food Group, known mainly for its meat products. “Unox is a beloved and iconic brand in the Netherlands and the decision to part with it has not been easy,” said Heiko Schipper, head of Unilever’s food division. In Belgium, Zwan is associated with comfort and nostalgia and with …

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Suri tribe bride adorns goat horns, lip plates: Pakistani vlogger captures unique rituals

Hindustan Times

A Pakistani travel vlogger’s Instagram video documenting the unique bridal customs of Ethiopia’s Suri tribe has garnered significant attention, amassing over 9.2 million views. The footage showcases a newly married Suri woman adorned with traditional lip plates and goat horn headpieces, offering viewers an intimate glimpse into the tribe’s distinctive cultural practices. The Suri tribe bride's unconventional adornments include goat …

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US deports ex-Gulf Cartel chief known for hyper-violent tactics to Mexico

India Today

The US government deported drug lord Osiel Cardenas on Monday, transferring custody of the ex-Gulf Cartel chief known for hyper-violent tactics to Mexican authorities at the border city of Tijuana, two federal government officials told Reuters. Prior to his capture in a 2003 gun battle, Cardenas presided over some of the bloodiest gang violence in Mexico's turbulent past, blamed for …

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Seven lesser-known beaches in India for New Year celebrations

India TV News

Image Source : pixabay 1/8 7 lesser-known beaches in India for New Year celebrations Image Source : pixabay 2/8 Radhanagar Beach in Andaman Islands is ranked among Asia's best beaches with its white sands and turquoise waters and it's perfect for laid-back New Year celebrations. Image Source : pixabay 5/8 Butterfly Beach in Goa is known for its clear waters, …

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Who is Osiel Cárdenas Guillén, dreaded drug lord known as 'friend killer'

India Today

Osiel Cárdenas Guillén, the notorious drug lord and former leader of the Gulf Cartel, has returned to Mexico after serving a 14-year prison sentence in the United States, CBS News has reported. Known by his chilling nickname, El Mata Amigos, Cárdenas Guillén is infamous for his brutal methods and leadership of one of Mexico’s most violent criminal organizations. Under Cárdenas …

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Cyclone Chido devastates France’s Mayotte: What’s known so far about death toll, damage, and rescue plan

Live Mint

France is working urgently to provide aid to Mayotte, its poor overseas territory in the Indian Ocean, after being devastated by Cyclone Chido—the worst storm to hit the region in 90 years. The human cost - casualty numbers remain uncertain Although the official death toll currently stands at 14, French officials fear the true number could range from hundreds to …

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Marseille: The edgy city emerging as Europe’s new capital of cool

CNN

Editor’s note: Sign up for Unlocking the World, CNN Travel’s weekly newsletter. First it was couture house Chanel putting Marseille on the fashion map when it brought a major summer show to the city’s Radiant City Art Centre. ‘City of 100 neighborhoods’ At the top: France's second largest city, and its oldest, Marseille is regaining its crown as a top …

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Cold moon 2024: How last full moon of this year lit the skies, never seen before images here

Live Mint

Cold moon 2024: The last full moon of 2024 was a spectacular cosmic event. Cold moon 2024: Last full moon of the year rising over a tree in Caracas on December 15. Cold Moon 2024: The last full moon of the year captured from Mario Alberto Kempes stadium in Argentina on December 15. Cold Moon 2024: The last full moon …

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How Indian indigenous tubers can be the hero of urban dining tables

The Hindu

I recently attended the Rooting for Tubers festival hosted Spudnik farms by in Bengaluru. Speaking about the initiative, Sumeet Kaur, founder of Spudnik Farms, explained, “We are trying to present tubers more in an urban format by collaborating with Central Tuber Crops Research Institute. Focusing on developing products like chips, papad, noodles, cookies, and pasta, that can seamlessly fit into …

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From Nainital To Lansdowne: Explore The Kumaon And Garhwal Regions Of The Himalayas

ABP News

The Kumaon and Garhwal districts of the Himalayas offer a charming mix of natural beauty, cultural richness, an peaceful solitude. Mukteshwar Mukteshwar, known for its snow capped Himalayan crests, is a peaceful destination in Uttarakhand that offers a perfect retreat for nature lovers and peace seekers. Kausani Kausani, frequently known as 'Switzerland of India', is a scenic hill station that's …

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UK's Prince Andrew, a Chinese businessman only known as H6, and allegations of espionage: What’s the real story?

Firstpost

A shadowy Chinese businessman, known only as H6, has come to light over his alleged ties to Prince Andrew and espionage claims linked to Beijing. Recently barred from the UK on national security grounds, H6 is accused of leveraging royal connections to further the Chinese Communist Party’s influence Britain's Prince Andrew, Duke of York attends the Royal Family's Christmas Day …

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Celebrating Zakir Hussain: Lesser known stories about India's tabla icon

India Today

The story of Zakir Hussain, the 'ustad' who became India's leading tabla icon of his generation, begins with a remarkable initiation. THE FUSION ERA: WHERE INDIAN CLASSICAL MET THE WORLD Zakir Hussain’s genius lay in his ability to transcend genres. GRAMMY GLORY AND GLOBAL RECOGNITION Zakir Hussain made history in 2024 by becoming the first Indian artist to win three …

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Mirror bacteria may constitute ‘radical departure from known life,’ scientists warn

CNN

Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. While the science and technology necessary to create mirror bacteria in a laboratory is a decade or more away, the scientists argued that the possibly lethal risks posed by this new field of research are “unprecedented” and “overlooked.” “Driven by curiosity and plausible applications, some researchers had begun work toward creating lifeforms …

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The full truth about the CIA’s post-9/11 torture programme must be known

Al Jazeera

Ten years after a congressional report on US torture was published, there has been almost no accountability or redress. Earlier this month, we marked 10 years since the release of the United States Senate Select Committee on Intelligence’s report about the CIA’s post-9/11 torture programme, which revealed that abuse was far more brutal than previously known. The US Senate committee …

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'Aajoor': First Bajjikka film gets rave reviews

New Indian Express

“I come from Sitamarhi, known to be the birth place of Goddess Sita. Every person in the movie is from villages in and around Sitamarhi,” said the 27-year-old debutant director, who is at IFFK with two of his associates Avinash Chandra Prakash and Arpith Chhikara. It was first shown at the Kolkata International Film Festival where it bagged the best …

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Strictly full lineup 2024: All the contestants from Tasha Ghouri to Chris McCausland

The Independent

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Wanted criminal linked to cases in UP, Delhi killed in police encounter in Meerut

New Indian Express

MEERUT/NEW DELHI: A criminal wanted in connection with several cases in Uttar Pradesh and Delhi was killed in an encounter with police in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut district during the early hours of Saturday, officials said. Anil alias Sonu Matka -- a known associate of the Hashim Baba gang in Delhi -- had been wanted in multiple cases, including the killings …

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Trump taps ‘Apprentice’ producer Mark Burnett as special envoy to the United Kingdom

'Big deal': Elon Musk raises alarms by endorsing what's known as 'German neo-Nazi party'

Notable deaths of 2024

Former child star is best known for her role as the perfect blonde eldest sister in a famous TV family...who is she?

Oldest known stone tablet inscribed with the Ten Commandments sells for over $5M

What’s known about the brazen bombing that killed a top Russian general in Moscow

Jean Adamson, children’s author known for Topsy And Tim series dies aged 96

Unilever agree deal to sell Unox and Zwan brands to Zwanenenberg food group

Suri tribe bride adorns goat horns, lip plates: Pakistani vlogger captures unique rituals

US deports ex-Gulf Cartel chief known for hyper-violent tactics to Mexico

Seven lesser-known beaches in India for New Year celebrations

Who is Osiel Cárdenas Guillén, dreaded drug lord known as 'friend killer'

Cyclone Chido devastates France’s Mayotte: What’s known so far about death toll, damage, and rescue plan

Marseille: The edgy city emerging as Europe’s new capital of cool

Cold moon 2024: How last full moon of this year lit the skies, never seen before images here

How Indian indigenous tubers can be the hero of urban dining tables

From Nainital To Lansdowne: Explore The Kumaon And Garhwal Regions Of The Himalayas

UK's Prince Andrew, a Chinese businessman only known as H6, and allegations of espionage: What’s the real story?

Celebrating Zakir Hussain: Lesser known stories about India's tabla icon

Mirror bacteria may constitute ‘radical departure from known life,’ scientists warn

The full truth about the CIA’s post-9/11 torture programme must be known

'Aajoor': First Bajjikka film gets rave reviews

Strictly full lineup 2024: All the contestants from Tasha Ghouri to Chris McCausland

Wanted criminal linked to cases in UP, Delhi killed in police encounter in Meerut