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Anthony ZurcherNorth America correspondentGetty ImagesChinese soldiers take part the ‘Victory Day’ parade in BeijingThe military might of the People’s Republic of China was on full display in a parade marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War Two on Wednesday.Thousands of miles away, at the White House in Washington DC, Donald Trump was paying attention.”They were hoping I was watching, and I was watching,” he said.The American president didn’t detail his thoughts about the massive celebration sprawled across Tiananmen Square, except that it was “very, very impressive”. The message from China – to Trump and to the world…

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The duo return after a sellout show in Dubai back in 2024Adriatique are coming back to Dubai and they are set to rock Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience on Saturday, November 15, for what we predict will be another sold-out show like their debut.The pair are returning with an even more ambitious show this year that will transform Dubai’s skyline into the stage for one of the most electrifying nights of the year.If you missed them back in November 2024 when they held their first show in Dubai, don’t lose out on the chance to see them perform this time. All…

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Watch: Emergency crews surround derailed Portugal funicularOne of Lisbon’s most iconic tourist attractions, the Gloria funicular, derailed and crashed on Wednesday evening.At least 15 people have been killed and 18 more injured, some critically, local authorities have said.It is not yet clear what caused the carriage to derail. Here’s everything we know so far:What have authorities said?The crash occurred at around 18:05 on Wednesday, near Lisbon’s Avenida da Liberdade, according to local authorities.More than 60 emergency service personnel and 22 vehicles were deployed to the scene. Officials said it was too early to determine the cause of the incident. However,…

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Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles and commentary related to the Supreme Court. Here’s the Wednesday morning read: Recommended Citation: Zachary Shemtob, The morning read for Wednesday, September 3, SCOTUSblog (Sep. 3, 2025, 9:00 AM), https://www.scotusblog.com/2025/09/the-morning-read-for-wednesday-september-3/ Source link

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Unwind this long weekend with Abu Dhabi’s beaches, pools, spas and luxury staycationsNot every long weekend needs big plans. Sometimes all you want is a stretch of sand, a cool swim, or a few hours where the world feels quieter. Abu Dhabi has plenty of places to do just that. From beaches where the water barely ripples to hotel pools with music in the background, and from spa treatments to lazy staycations, here are a few ways to spend the days off without overthinking it.Morning bliss and beach vibes at Kai Beach Kai Beach on Saadiyat Island is exactly what it…

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Laura BickerChina correspondent Getty ImagesAs the cannon fire echoed through Tiananmen Square, even before the first set of troops goose-stepped their way through Beijing’s central avenue, the day’s most enduring image unfolded.China’s President Xi Jinping welcomed North Korea’s Kim Jong Un with a long handshake, then moved on to greet Russia’s Vladimir Putin, and then walked to his seat, flanked by two of the world’s most sanctioned leaders.It was sheer political theatre. And it was this meeting – rather than the weaponry – that appears to have irked US President Donald Trump.As the parade began, Trump sent a sharply-worded message…

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Two months after winning a case on universal injunctions that stemmed from President Donald Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship, the Trump administration has signaled that it expects birthright citizenship to be back in front of the Supreme Court soon. Government lawyers recently pointed to a forthcoming cert petition on the issue to explain why they need more time to respond to a class-action suit contesting Trump’s executive order. “There are multiple other lawsuits challenging the same Executive Order that is being challenged in this case. To that end, the Solicitor General of the United States plans to seek certiorari…

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It’s officially the season for beach clubs in Dubai as the weather becomes the perfect time to dip, sunbathe, and lounge in the sunHere’s a guide to the hottest beach clubs in Dubai reopening this month and beyond so you can plan your sunny escapes.Swipe through the gallery  3 of 12    SeptemberSummersalt Beach ClubSummersalt at Jumeirah Al Naseem is a dreamy beach club and restaurant perfect for a sun-soaked daycation. Relax by the pool or on the sand while enjoying stunning views of the Burj Al Arab, and savour fresh Mediterranean dishes and cocktails throughout the day.Location: Summersalt, Jumeirah Al…

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ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up for Dispatches, a newsletter that spotlights wrongdoing around the country, to receive our stories in your inbox every week. Reporting Highlights Rubber Stamp: Texas regulators rejected just 53 out of more than 12,000 applications from oil companies looking to burn off natural gas in the study period. Lost Taxes: The state misses out on many millions of dollars of potential tax revenue from natural gas that the industry burns off or vents instead of processing and selling. Toxic Implications: Hundreds of the wells permitted to expel unused natural…

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ReutersIt is the third time in two years that Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un have metRussia’s Vladimir Putin has thanked North Korean leader Kim Jong Un for the courage of his soldiers who have been fighting in Ukraine on the Russian side. Kim, in response, said he was willing to do “everything I can to assist” Russia.The two leaders met on Wednesday in Beijing as China held one of its largest ever military parades, which marked 80 years since the end of the Second World War in Asia.Putin, who launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, said…

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