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World
FBI drops automatic hiring ban for applicants with past prostitution encounters
This move away from an automatic disqualification represents part of a broader evolution in recruitment standards across federal law enforce
World
Couple recounts surviving deadly Nepal flood: "I knew I was going to die"
A California couple were in a Nepali village when an avalanche of powerful waters ripped down from the high Himalayas toward them.
Azerbaijan
Turkish businesses purchase Turkmen textile products for $132,290
World
Math’s AI crisis has a lesson for the rest of us
The field of mathematics may need to establish new standards for dealing with AI.
World
Close race as Iceland votes on whether to restart talks on joining EU
Turbulent international affairs have brought the vote forward, but the campaign has focused more on Iceland's vital fishing industry.
Politics
Todd McShay Ranks Arch Manning Shockingly Low Among 2027 QB Prospects
Texas Longhorns QB Arch Manning may be hyped, but one prominent draft analyst isn't buying it.
World
Trump administration seeks to restrict internships for international students
The federal government has warned that colleges not complying with the regulations may lose certification to enroll foreign students.
Finance
Gap Inc. (GAP) Soars 12.9% on Q2 Profits, New Old Navy CEO; More Hedge Funds Buy In
World
Board of Peace’s Mladenov warns Gaza could be ‘gone for good’
Top envoy for the US-led Board of Peace says Gaza is at risk of being ‘gone for good’ without reconstruction.
Azerbaijan
Iraq and Oman warned about the consequences of US sanctions against Iran
The foreign ministers of Iraq and Oman, Fuad Hussein and Badr al-Busaidi, have warned that the tightening of US sanctions against Iran will
Science
Strong winds and thunderstorms kick off the bank holiday weekend
Cooler and showery conditions will continue across the weekend and into Monday, bringing a record-breaking summer to a rather damp close as
World
Trump’s proposed arch backed despite adverse effects on DC sightlines
The structure could alter visual connections between some of Washington’s iconic landmarks
Science
Mountain of broken fridges growing across England and Wales
This year's multiple heat waves have increased the numbers of fridges and freezers breaking down.
Sport
Aaron Donald’s NFL Comeback Must Happen Before This Date
Aaron Donald has yet to announce whether he'll return to play for the Rams, and faces a strict deadline to make his comeback by.
World
US revises statements suggesting Chinese hackers attacked agencies
US Justice Department clarifies that the US Senate and Federal Reserve were targets but were not successfully hacked.
Science
The race to stop England running out of water
Who is to blame for the summer drought, and can England future-proof its water supplies?
Culture
Zak Starkey and the Who Have Kissed and Made Up, as Rehearsal Reunion Is Revealed
Apparently the deep and much-talked-about rift between the Who and former (and future?) drummer Zak Starkey was not quite a hell-freezes-ove
Science
How AI‑powered policing is endangering the public's trust in police
Since the release of ChatGPT in 2022, artificial intelligence (AI) has dominated the cultural landscape. Uptake across various sectors, incl
Politics
These 4 Things Must Happen Before Rays Stadium Construction Begins
What's next for the Rays after Tampa and Hillsborough County approved public funds to build a new ballpark?
Azerbaijan
Pete Hegseth has denied reports of his candidacy for the US presidency
World
How 'Book Queen' Dolly Parton inspired millions of children with gift of reading
Families across the globe share how free books from Parton's Imagination Library helped their children.
Culture
California Lawmakers Settle on Partial Film Carveout From Tax Credit Cap
California lawmakers have agreed on a partial carveout for the film and TV industry from a state cap on tax credits. The bill, AB 186, was u
World
Landlady to 9/11 hijackers reveals their links to alleged Saudi spy
A woman who rented out homes to two al-Qaeda members speaks publicly for the first time - to the BBC.
World
Trump announces massive oil deal with Venezuela as gas prices surge
The agreement would give the US control of 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil
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