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Project 2025

Project 2025, a frightening political agenda and extremist plan, is being crafted by conservatives in anticipation of a potential 2024 Republican Presidential victory, with the guidance of The Heritage Foundation.




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Japan's 7-Eleven reportedly considering management buyout of up to $58B

TOKYO, Japan — Japan’s Seven & i Holdings 3382.T is considering launching a management buyout that would see the retailer go private in a deal that could be worth up to $58 billion, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday. The Nikkei newspaper also reported that the owner of the 7-Eleven convenience store chain was looking at […]...

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NBA Cup: Joel Embiid scores 13 in return as 76ers fall to Knicks

OG Anunoby scored 24 points and Josh Hart recorded a triple-double as the New York Knicks spoiled Joel Embiid’s season debut with a 111-99 road win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday. In both teams’ first NBA Cup game this season — not to mention a rematch of last season’s first-round playoff series that New York won in six games — all five Knicks starters scored in double figures, as did Miles McBride with 15 points off the bench. Hart finished with 14 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists. Karl-Anthony Towns chipped in 21 points and 13 rebounds, while Jalen […]...

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Bitcoin rally cools after over 30% jump

DELHI — A surge in Bitcoin has paused as traders assess the remaining market impact of United States President-elect Donald Trump's rhetorical support for crypto.




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Egypt Hosts Launch of Major Somalia Urban Development Initiative

[Shabelle] Cairo, Egypt -- Somalia took a significant step towards addressing its internal displacement crisis with the launch of the "Saameynta: Scaling Solutions to Displacement through Financing Inclusive Urban Development" during the World Urban Forum in Cairo on Thursday.




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Jubaland Suspends Cooperation With Somali Federal Government

[Shabelle] Kismayo, Somalia -- The regional state of Jubaland has announced the suspension of all cooperation with the Federal Government of Somalia, escalating tensions over political and governance issues. The decision, made public early Sunday, marks a significant rift in the country's federal structure.




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IDF Chief of Staff Halevi sends a message to Hamas during assessment in Jabalya


Halevi gave this message after the IDF killed 1,000 Hamas terrorists in the northern Gazan city and additionally captured another 1,000 terrorists.






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Judges block Albania model again and order return of 7 migrants to Italy

Judges block Albania model again and order return of 7 migrants to Italy




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At least 22 killed in Lebanon and Gaza strikes as Israeli defence minister rejects ceasefire

At least 22 killed in Lebanon and Gaza strikes as Israeli defence minister rejects ceasefire




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With the upcoming Kovačević ruling, let justice be done for Bosnia’s democracy

With the upcoming Kovačević ruling, let justice be done for Bosnia’s democracy




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Church of England head Justin Welby resigns over handling of sex abuse scandal

Church of England head Justin Welby resigns over handling of sex abuse scandal




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Is God Ever Unjust?

Have you ever considered the stark contrast between Judas Iscariot and the thief on the cross? One was a close disciple of Jesus Christ and gave three years of his life to the best, most intensive religious instruction available anywhere. But he lost his soul forever. The other was a hardened, lifelong criminal who was still mocking everything holy while being put to death for his crimes. But he went straight to paradise forever.

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The Church and Objective Truth




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Rejecting God’s Restraints

In the wisdom of His divine design, God has placed restraints within us and within the structure of society to mitigate the effects of man’s corruption and hold back the full chaos into which the world repeatedly devolves. And when these restraints are carefully maintained, life can be enjoyable. But when they’re assaulted, diminished, or destroyed, life quickly becomes difficult and miserable.

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The High Cost of Rejecting God

We rightly shudder at the eternal consequences of sin, and the perpetual punishment that awaits unrepentant sinners. But we would do well to also consider the temporal cost of sin. We need to recognize how it pollutes, perverts, and corrupts—and particularly its destructive influence on the sinner.

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Subjectivity and the Will of God

If you rely on internal, subjective messages and promptings from the Lord, what prevents you from imagining the input you want from Him? Moreover, what reliable, objective mechanism exists to keep you from misinterpreting your own imagination as divine instruction?

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Jennifer Aniston recalls one producer telling her 'Friends' won't make her popular

Jennifer Aniston is one of the highest paid actresses of HollywoodAmerican actress, Jennifer Aniston revealed that she was once told by one of her show’s producers that popular sitcom Friends will not 'make her a star'. Globally acclaimed NBC show aired on TV in 1994. At the same time,...




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Jonas Brothers sing One Direction's 'Night Changes' after Liam Payne's death

The Jonas Brothers left Directioners in tears during their recent concert.During their Sunday night concert at Highland, California, the Jonas Brothers covered One Direction’s Night Changes in what appeared to be a tribute to the late Liam Payne. On November 11, Nick, Joe, and Kevin Jonas...




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Michael Jackson's pal Donny Osmond shares reason of their close bonding

Michael Jackson’s pal Donny Osmond shares reason of their close bonding Michael Jackson and Donny Osmond had quite a similar family background. The Puppy Love crooner made an appearance in MTV Entertainment Studios documentary Larger than Life: Reign of the Boybands, where...




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Angelina Jolie reacts to 'Maria' Oscar buzz: 'I know it sounds...'

Angelina Jolie received an Oscar for film 'Girl, Interrupted'Angelina Jolie has responded to the Oscar buzz surrounding her latest released film, Maria. Amid all the hype, Jolie feels ‘very nice’, but she is far happier to have been a part of a movie which gave her an opportunity of...




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Diddy shifts to low-security jail having access to female unit

Sean Diddy Combs faces another lawsuit filed by GF Cassandra Ventura in 2023Sean 'Diddy' Combs, has been shifted to another unit where inmates can peep on female convicts, as he awaits his May 5 trial.A former inmate, Gene Borrello explained the environment at the respective 4 North unit of...




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Skai Jackson announces she's pregnant with first child

Skai Jackson shared that her mother is the reason behind her confidence. Skai Jackson is ready to embrace and welcome motherhood.The 22-year-old has announced that she is expecting her first child with her boyfriend, whose identity hasn’t been disclosed yet.In an exclusive interview...




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Ben Affleck eager to finalise divorce proceedings with Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck tied the knot in Las Vegas on July 16, 2022 Ben Affleck opened up about his exertion over constant questions regarding Jennifer Lopez, as the actor awaits legal verdict on their divorce.As per a close source, "The reason he may always look it when he is out and...




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Dwayne Jonhson once claimed he would surpass Will Smith, George Clooney

Dwayne Johnson has since easily surpassed both Hollywood A-ListersDwayne Johnson had big Hollywood dreams from the get-go. In an interview with GQ Magazine published Monday, November 12, the wrestler-turned-Hollywood-star recalled declaring early in his career that he would one day surpass the...




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'Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy' trailer sees Renee Zellweger re-enter dating scene

Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy trailer out with Renee ZellwegerBridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, the third instalment in the Bridget Jones franchise, seems to have a new love triangle for the titular character.The first trailer for the upcoming movie got released on Tuesday, Nov. 12,...




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Why Hugh Jackman divorced wife Deborra-Lee Furness?

Hugh Jackman divorced Deborra-Lee Furness because of Sutton Foster affairHugh Jackman divorced his wife Deborra-Lee Furness because of his budding romance with longtime friend Sutton Foster.On October 26, gossip blogger Tasha Lustig shared new speculation on her Instagram account...




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Mariska Hargitay on 'dealing' with mother Jayne Mansfield's death at age of 3

Mariska Hargitay on mother Jayne Mansfield's deathMariska Hargitay got candid on “dealing” with the death of her mother, Hollywood diva, Jayne Mansfield at the age of 3.“I lost my mother when I was 3 years old, and I grew up in a house of people dealing with the tragedy in...




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John Krasinski breaks silence on being named PEOPLE's Sexist Man Alive

John Krasinski named PEOPLE's Sexist Man Alive 2024John Krasinski has recently broken silence on being named PEOPLE’s Sexist Man Alive 2024.“Just immediate blackout, actually. Zero thoughts,” said The Office alum after he got the big news in this week’s cover story....




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Azerbaijan’s Climate Conference Brings a Mild Autumn for Armenians

On December 12, 2022, a group of Azerbaijani environmentalists blocked the only road connecting Armenia with the Nagorno-Karabakh enclave. The news went largely unnoticed by mainstream media, perhaps because it was difficult to understand. How could a group of so-called environmental activists block the free movement of people and basic supplies? And where, exactly, is […]




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Climate Justice

  Climate change continues to pose an existential threat to humanity. Recent science estimates that we may have less than six years left to change course. This intensifying climate emergency is being seen everywhere in heatwaves, droughts, floods, fires, and hurricanes. April of this year was the world’s hottest month on record – the 11th […]




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Bells ring for detained journo’s freedom

"If Cumpio and Domequil who have voices to speak for being a journalist and a church worker respectfully are already being persecuted by weaponized laws, how can an ordinary Filipino seek justice for himself?"



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House probe urged to include EJK victims in Duterte’s counterinsurgency

Karapatan said that the quadcomm hearings revealed the involvement of Duterte’s people in perpetrating human rights violations against activists and human rights defenders.




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Detained journalist Frenchie Mae debunks police’s claims

“We were not hiding anything,” Cumpio said during the hearing. “We would have allowed them in because we have nothing illegal to hide,” she said, referring to the Feb. 7, 2020 raids.



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Mother of ‘Bloody Sunday’ victim demands justice for slain activists

“We’re ready to testify before the QuadComm as victims of extrajudicial killings,” Rosenda Lemita said, stressing that they want Duterte and those responsible to face investigation. For these families, the government’s “nanlaban” excuse is not just for the drug war but also for silencing activists.




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Extreme heat and weather conditions attributed to stagnant jet stream

It’s no coincidence that extreme heat is engulfing huge swaths of Asia, Europe and North America all at the same time.




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Our View: Why are contracts awarded to companies that can’t complete projects?

The Paphos-Polis highway is the fourth public project this government has terminated because of major disputes with the contractor. Last year it pulled the plug on the waste treatment plant in Pentakomo, while earlier this year it ended the contract for the Larnaca port and marina with Kition Ocean Holdings followed by the termination of […]



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Nicosia gold shop owner under arrest for stolen jewellery

Police on Wednesday are investigating the theft of a large number of gold items after a search at a Nicosia gold shop. The owner of the property, aged 78, has been arrested and taken into custody for questioning. According to the police, the search happened as part of an ongoing investigation into a spate of […]




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John Krasinski named People magazine’s ‘sexiest man alive’

By Danielle Broadway Actor and director John Krasinski was named People magazine’s “sexiest man alive” for 2024 on Wednesday, taking over the mantle from “Grey’s Anatomy” actor Patrick Dempsey. “Just immediate blackout, actually. Zero thoughts,” Krasinski told People in reaction to the news. The actor is perhaps best known for his sardonic nice guy role […]




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Replicating ADB Projects from the People's Republic of China

This video introduces a new publication presenting five case studies of projects in the People's Republic of China that illustrate how effective solutions to environmental and social problems have been applied in different contexts.




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Supporting Azerbaijan’s Green Energy Transition

With ADB’s support, Azerbaijan is investing heavily in renewable energy to encourage sustainable growth and diversify the country’s energy supply.




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Project Officer (Transport)

ADB has a vacancy for the position of Project Officer (Transport) in the Sectors Group. The deadline for submitting applications is on 26-NOV-2024.




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Development Asia: Advancing Uzbekistan’s Sustainable Development via PPP Road Projects

As a landlocked country, Uzbekistan’s roads carried 1.24 billion tons, or 90.6% of all freight, in 2020 (rail 5.2%, pipelines 4.2%).





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Colorado voters reject Proposition 127 ban on hunting of mountain lions, bobcats

Coloradans have rejected a proposed ban on mountain lion and bobcat hunting -- a hit for wildlife advocates who have worked to outlaw or change the practice for years.