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Wed, May 20

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Published 2 days ago • The New Arab - Top • via newarab.com

Gaza Flotilla Activists Begin Hunger Strike

At least 87 activists detained during the Gaza flotilla have initiated a hunger strike in protest of their detention, as Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir publicly taunted them.

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Published 2 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Trump's Influence Grows in Republican Party Following Primary Results

Donald Trump's influence over the Republican Party has intensified following the defeat of Congressman Thomas Massie in a primary race, marking a significant moment in the party's dynamics.

Published 2 days ago • The New Arab - Top • via newarab.com

San Diego Mosque Shooting Leaves Community in Mourning

A shooting at a San Diego mosque resulted in three fatalities, highlighting ongoing concerns about anti-Muslim sentiment in the U.S.

Tue, May 19

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Published 2 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Taiwan Travelogue Wins International Booker Prize

Taiwan Travelogue, a novel by Yáng Shuāng-zǐ, has made history by becoming the first book originally written in Mandarin Chinese to win the International Booker Prize.

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Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Investigation Underway After Woman Falls to Death in Open Manhole

A New York woman died after falling into an open maintenance hole in Manhattan, prompting an investigation into the incident.

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Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - World • via theguardian.com

Trump's Approach to Iran Conflict

President Trump is increasingly relying on Middle Eastern allies to navigate the complexities of the ongoing conflict with Iran, as efforts to establish a peace plan remain stalled.

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Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Premier League Matchday Highlights

⚽️ 8.15pm BST kick-off; Spurs win sends West Ham down⚽️ Chelsea among suitors for Jarrod Bowen | Mail SimonA huge game, this, for at least three clubs, and probably biggest of all for the one that isn’t playing. Follow our live build-up, with full team news coverage, before our text commentary stream.

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Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Musk vs. Altman: Legal Battle Over OpenAI

A long and bitter legal battle between tech billionaires Elon Musk and Sam Altman has culminated in victory for the OpenAI boss.

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Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

US government plans to increase number of white South Africans it admits as refugees

State department says Afrikaners in ‘emergency refugee situation’, a claim previously rebutted by South AfricaThe US government has said it will increase the number of white South Africans it admits as refugees this year from about 7,500 to 17,500, claiming that “unforeseen developments in South Africa created an emergency refugee situation.”Since starting his second term in office last year, Donald Trump has repeatedly made false claims that white Afrikaners are racially targeted and face a “wh... The Trump administration plans to admit up to 10,000 more white South African refugees into the United States, citing discrimination against Afrikaners

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Stranger Things star Gaten Matarazzo to make West End debut in Rent revival

A ‘thrillingly fresh’ 30th-anniversary production of Jonathan Larson’s musical will open at the Duke of York’s theatre in London, directed by Luke SheppardThe Pulitzer prize-winning musical Rent will return to London this autumn in a 30th-anniversary production starring Stranger Things’ Gaten Matarazzo in his West End debut.The rock opera, based on Puccini’s La Bohème and set in New York’s East Village during the Aids crisis, ran for more than 5,000 performances on Broadway and won four Tony awa... Stranger Things star to make West End debut in Rent musical revival48 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleTiffany WertheimerEPA/ ShutterstockGaten Matarazzo became an international star after playing lovable nerd Dustin in Stranger ThingsStranger Things star, Gaten Matarazzo, will make his West End debut later this year, in a modern revival of rock musical, Rent.Celebrating 30 years since it first premiered on Broadway, Rent is about a group of struggling artists in New York in the 198...

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Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Jackson Pollock painting sells for record $181m at Christie’s in New York

Abstract expressionist’s Number 7A, 1948, becomes the fourth most expensive work ever sold at auctionA Jackson Pollock painting has sold for a record $181.2m (£135.3m) at Christie’s in New York.The sale on Monday made Number 7A, 1948 the fourth most expensive work ever sold at auction, according to ARTnews. Jackson Pollock painting sells for record $181m at auction52 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleReutersNumber 7A, 1948 has been owned by some of the most important art collectors of the past half century, according to Christie'sA Jackson Pollock artwork, described as one of history's "first truly abstract paintings", has sold at auction for $181m (£135m) in New York.Number 7A, 1948, which went under the hammer at the renowned Christie's auction house on Monday, smashed the previous re...

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Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - World • via theguardian.com

Putin's State Visit to Beijing Highlights Growing Sino-Russian Relations

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to arrive in Beijing for a state visit, marking his 25th trip to China, shortly after Donald Trump's departure from the country.

Published 3 days ago • Financial Times - World • via ft.com

Former Spanish PM Zapatero Under Investigation for Corruption

Former Spanish Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero is under investigation for alleged corruption related to the Plus Ultra airline bailout.

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Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - World • via theguardian.com

Federal Judge Prohibits ICE Arrests at Manhattan Courthouses

A federal judge in New York has issued a ruling that prohibits U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from making arrests at three federal courthouses in Manhattan, a decision stemming from ongoing protests against the agency's tactics.

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Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Scotland World Cup Squad Announced

Scotland's head coach Steve Clarke has named his squad for the upcoming World Cup, featuring notable inclusions and omissions.

Published 3 days ago • Financial Times - World • via ft.com

Investigation into Death of Mango Founder

Jonathan Andic has been detained by Catalan police in connection with the death of his father, Isak Andic, founder of the Mango fashion chain, who died while hiking in 2024.

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Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Voters Head to Polls in Six States Amid Trump’s Influence

Voters in six states are participating in primaries that are seen as a significant test of Donald Trump's influence within the Republican Party.

Published 3 days ago • The New Arab - Top • via newarab.com

Croatian President Rejects New Israeli Ambassador

Croatian President Zoran Milanovic has refused to approve Israel's proposed ambassador, citing disapproval of Israel's actions in Gaza.

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Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Pensions Commission Warns of Retirement Savings Crisis in the UK

A report from the Pensions Commission reveals that millions of Britons are inadequately saving for retirement, with self-employed workers particularly affected.

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Published 3 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Trump Postpones Planned Attack on Iran Amid Negotiations

President Donald Trump has announced the postponement of a planned military attack on Iran, attributing the decision to requests from Gulf state leaders and ongoing negotiations.

Mon, May 18

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Published 4 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Shooting Reported at Islamic Center of San Diego

Authorities are responding to a shooting incident at the Islamic Center of San Diego, where multiple people are believed to have been shot.

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Published 4 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Andy Burnham Challenges Labour Leadership Ahead of Byelection

Andy Burnham has positioned himself as a key figure in the Labour party's future, promising to implement significant changes to regain voter trust as he prepares for the Makerfield byelection.

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Published 4 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Allegations of Sexual Assault on Married at First Sight UK

Two former contestants of Married at First Sight UK have alleged they were raped during the show's filming, while a third contestant reported a non-consensual sex act.

Published 4 days ago • The New Arab - Top • via newarab.com

Israeli settlers rampage through West Bank under army protection

Israeli settlers launched coordinated attacks across several Palestinian communities in the occupied West Bank under army protection. Israeli settlers drove into a herd of livestock belonging to a Palestinian shepherd in the occupied West Bank.

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