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Russia and US battle for advantage in Ukraine war ahead of Trump's return (Thu, 21 Nov 2024)
Moscow appears to be maximising its gains while Joe Biden abandons long-held red lines at the end of his presidency.
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Deadly Israeli air strikes hit Gaza - reports (Thu, 21 Nov 2024)
Rescuers are said to be searching for survivors after buildings were hit in Beit Lahia and Gaza City.
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Las Vegas man who called 911 for help killed by police in his home (Thu, 21 Nov 2024)
Brandon Durham was tussling with a female intruder over a knife when an officer shot him multiple times.
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Moment world's tallest woman and shortest woman meet (Thu, 21 Nov 2024)
The pair shared afternoon tea in London in celebration of Guinness World Records Day 2024.
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Fourth tourist dies of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos (Thu, 21 Nov 2024)
Some suspect they consumed drinks laced with methanol, a deadly substance often found in bootleg alcohol.
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Australia wants to ban kids from social media. Will it work? (Thu, 21 Nov 2024)
The government has just tabled laws to block access to under-16s - but the proposal is divisive.
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Duct-taped banana artwork sells for $6.2m in NYC (Thu, 21 Nov 2024)
The winning bidder says he will eat the banana in coming days as part of a "unique artistic experience".
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US charges Indian billionaire Gautam Adani with fraud (Thu, 21 Nov 2024)
The Adani Group has denied the allegations of bribery and fraud, calling them "baseless".
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Texas offers Trump land for migrant 'deportation facilities' (Thu, 21 Nov 2024)
The president-elect has repeatedly pledged to deport millions of undocumented migrants once in office.
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Uncertainty after Australia foreign students bill hits opposition (Thu, 21 Nov 2024)
Universities had already begun making changes, as the controversial bill was expected to easily pass.
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