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WorldApr 30

Fire at Swiss ski resort bar kills 41 people on New Year's Eve

A fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland killed 41 people and injured 115 others during New Year's Eve celebrations.

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EntertainmentMar 10

Rachel Zegler Addresses Snow White Casting Backlash

Actress Rachel Zegler spoke about facing criticism over her casting as Snow White, stating she refuses to change for others' comfort.

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PoliticsApr 30

James Leads Michigan GOP Gubernatorial Primary in New Poll

U.S. Rep. John James leads Michigan's Republican gubernatorial primary with 37% support, followed by businessman Perry Johnson at 19.8%, according to new polling.

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SportsMar 17

Alabama Basketball Star Aden Holloway Arrested on Felony Drug Charge

Alabama guard Aden Holloway was arrested Monday on felony marijuana possession charges, with authorities finding 2.1 pounds in his apartment.

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ScienceMar 17

Lawsuit Filed Against Plan to Terminate National Weather Research Center

Legal action has been initiated to challenge a proposal to shut down the National Center for Atmospheric Research, which conducts weather and climate studies.

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FinanceMar 10

Lego faces cost pressures, CEO opposes Danish wealth tax

Lego navigates higher costs from war while CEO criticizes proposed Danish wealth tax policy.

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WorldApr 8

Royal Navy Warship HMS Dragon Returns to Port for Technical Maintenance

HMS Dragon, the Royal Navy's deployed warship in Middle East operations, has docked for repairs due to water system issues.

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WorldMay 21

Germany Indicts Two Men for Plotting to Kill Jewish Leaders on Iran's Behalf

German authorities have indicted two men accused of planning to assassinate Jewish community leaders at the direction of Iranian intelligence services.

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WorldMar 17

Syrian Authorities Ban Alcohol Sales in Damascus

Syrian authorities have imposed a ban on alcohol sales in Damascus, marking a significant policy shift in the capital city.

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TechnologyMay 21

Two Tech Startups Announce Funding Rounds for Biotech and Fragrance Applications

Biotech company Imperagen and fragrance tech company Patina each announced separate funding rounds on Thursday.

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FinanceMar 17

Canadian Financier Stephen Smith Acquires 26.9% Stake in The Economist Magazine

Stephen Smith has agreed to purchase a 26.9% stake in The Economist publication from the Rothschild family.

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SportsMar 10

Defending Iditarod Champion Jessie Holmes Competes in 2026 Alaska Sled Dog Race

Former reality TV star and carpenter Jessie Holmes, who won the 2025 Iditarod, is competing to defend his title in the 54th running of Alaska's famous sled dog race.

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PoliticsMay 21

UK Migration Falls to 171,000, Nearly Half of 2024 Levels

UK migration has dropped to 171,000, representing almost a 50% decrease from 2024 figures, according to new government data.

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SportsApr 29

Athletic Executive Editor Addresses Handling of Dianna Russini-Mike Vrabel Matter

The Athletic's executive editor acknowledged making a mistake in handling a situation involving former NFL reporter Dianna Russini and Patriots coach Mike Vrabel.

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PoliticsMay 21

Federal Payments Expected for January 6 Participants Following Legal Developments

Approximately 1,600 individuals connected to January 6 events may receive federal payments according to recent reports.

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