News for September 26, 2025

Winston Peters delivers speech on Palestinian statehood at United Nations

New Zealand Herald
Cabinet made an in-principle decision two weeks ago but didn’t make it public.
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Rose clinches foursome match with birdie putt on 18

BBC News
Justin Rose wins his foursome match alongside Tommy Fleetwood with a birdie putt on the final hole, against Bryson DeChambeau and Ben Griffin.
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US Government’s Leap Toward Universal Genetic Surveillance In The Guise of Immigration Enforcement

Shtfplan.com
The US Department of Homeland Security has built a massive DNA surveillance system, collecting over 1.5 million genetic profiles in four years.
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Trump backs plan to make ex-UK PM Tony Blair ‘interim administrator’ of Gaza: report

New York Post
President Trump is backing a White House plan to tap former British Prime Minister Tony Blair to run Gaza under a United Nations-backed transitional authority once the war ends, according to Arab and US officials familiar with the proposal. Under the draft, B…
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Manchester City vs. Burnley: Preview & More

SB Nation
A good match to get right and get three points.
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Beer diplomacy and warnings about far-right populism dominate Albanese London trip

SBS News
Labor’s May election victory was held up as an an example to emulate during a left-wing political conference attended by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in the UK.
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UK urged to act on colonial-era war crimes case after recognising Palestinian state

BBC News
A legal petition alleges colonial-era war crimes by the UK in historical Palestine in 1917-48.
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Highly Caffeinated Energy Drinks and Teenage Gaming Disorder

Psychology Today
Many teens play vido games but some develop a gaming disorder, leading them to neglect family, friends, and school. They may abuse caffeine and other stimulants to improve scores.
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Leigh ease past Wakefield to reach semi-finals

BBC News
Leigh Leopards book their place in the semi-finals as they ease past Wakefield Trinity 26-10, in the first Super League play-off eliminator.
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Round 5: Juventus vs. Atalanta match preview

Black & White & Read All Over
Juventus didn’t exactly play well last time out. They look to improve upon that against a much tougher opponent.
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New Govee smart light projector with water ripple effects launches

Notebookcheck.net
The Govee Star Light Projector (Ocean Wave) is now available in North America and Europe. This smart lighting product can throw colorful water inspired effects onto the walls or ceiling of a room. There is a wide range of presets to choose from, and the devic…
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Kane hits landmark goal in victory over Werder Bremen

BBC News
Harry Kane scores twice in Bayern Munich’s win over Werder Bremen to become the fastest player this century to reach 100 goals for a club playing in one of Europe’s top five leagues.
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Commentary: Malaysia’s fifth-generation fighter jet problem

CNA
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As AI takes over, I'm putting my faith in teachers

ABC News (AU)
The AI dystopia might already be here but there are some things only humans can teach our children.
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$234 Million Cost Of The Lowest-Rated Instalment In Disney's MCU

Forbes
The cost of the lowest-rated instalment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has come to light in filings released by Disney today.
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Solving the 100-year-old mystery of two missing Scottish soldiers

BBC News
How a small, dedicated team identified two Scots who died more than 100 years ago in Northern France.
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Global Matcha Boom Pushes Sencha Into Crisis

Newsonjapan.com
Japan’s tea culture has long been woven into everyday life, but an unprecedented global boom in matcha is forcing a shift that is putting sencha, the familiar green tea, under pressure. (News On Japan)
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Prince William candidly admits to 'the hardest year I've ever had' during rare TV interview

Fox News
Prince William admits 2024 was his hardest year ever due to Kate Middleton and King Charles’ cancer diagnoses, in a rare TV interview with Eugene Levy.
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Highlights: Kane makes HISTORY in win over Werder to reach 100 goals!

Sky Sports
Highlights of the Bundesliga match between Bayern Munich and Werder Bremen.
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McIlroy putt circles the hole

BBC News
Rory McIlroy’s putt on the 13th stays out as the USA pair of Sam Burns and Patrick Cantlay level their foursome match against McIlroy and Shane Lowry.
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The Mary Wallopers: 'Spotlight should be on Palestine'

RTE
Dundalk band The Mary Wallopers appeared on The Late Late Show on Friday night where brothers Andrew and Charles Hendy said that the “spotlight should be on Palestine” rather than “media storms” about musicians.
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3 Types Of ‘Groups’ You Can Join To Thrive In Life, By A Psychologist

Forbes
Are you so focused on achieving your goals that you’ve ended up feeling isolated and missing the connections that could truly boost your well-being?
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Highlights: Auchinleck beat rivals Cumnock in Scottish Cup

BBC News
Watch the goals as Auchinleck Talbot beat Ayrshire derby rivals Cumnock 2-1 in stoppage time to reach the Scottish Cup second round.
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Teaching union demands action over 'failing' pension scheme

BBC News
The union says payment delays from the Teachers’ Pension Scheme have left many in financial disarray.
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Kate Mara Faces Cosmic Terror in First Trailer For Sci-Fi Thriller THE ASTRONAUT

GeekTyrant
Signature Entertainment has released the first trailer for The Astronaut, a new sci-fi thriller from filmmaker Jessica Varley, who is making her feature directorial debut. The story follows astronaut Sam Walker, played by Kate Mara, who survives her first spa…
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Drag Race queens turn Cynthia Erivo's Wicked pic into hilarious meme

Out.com
A crossover meme between Wicked: For Good and ​RuPaul’s Drag Race​? Oh, we are so back!
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Humans of Digital – Joanne Crump on Creativity, Community and Canada

Iabcanada.com
Humans of Digital features Joanne Crump, EVP international Media at Active International The post Humans of Digital – Joanne Crump on Creativity, Community and Canada appeared first on IAB Canada.
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Prince of Wales says 2024 was 'hardest year' of his life

Sky.com
The future king told Hollywood star Eugene Levy about last year, which saw his wife, the Princess of Wales, and his father, the King, both undergoing treatment for cancer.
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Flirting With Nuclear War Is A Really Bad Idea, Because It Would Cause A Nuclear Winter That Could Kill Two-Thirds Of The World’s Population

Theeconomiccollapseblog.com
Let us hope that global leaders will not choose a path that takes us to nuclear war, because the fate of billions of people is literally hanging in the balance.  Unfortunately, our relations with Russia have deteriorated significantly in recent weeks.  Very s…
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Kentucky vs. South Carolina viewing info, what to watch for, odds, and predictions

A Sea Of Blue
How to watch and follow Kentucky Wildcats vs. South Carolina Gamecocks.
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Highlights: West Brom punished by Leicester for wasted chances in LATE drama!

Sky Sports
Highlights of the Sky Bet Championship match between West Bromwich Albion and Leicester City.
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‘It makes a lot of sense’ – Minister confident that NFL could return to Ireland after Croke Park clash

Independent.ie
Ireland’s hosting of the NFL match between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday would would “make sense” to repeat.
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A look back at the best moments of the Rugby World Cup

BBC News
Ugo Monye, Katy Daley-McLean and Ruby Tui board a London bus to take a look at the best moments from the World Cup.
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Hyundai wants you to feel how smooth its EVs drive with a unique 24-hour ‘Rest Drive’

Electrek
Hyundai wants to give you the chance to see for yourself just how peaceful the ride is in its EVs. In the UK, Hyundai is offering a new 24-hour “Rest Drive” for the new Kona Electric, allowing you to experience it on your daily travels. more…
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'Novel' court action launched against EPA permit for data centre group's power plant

TheJournal.ie
Campaigners claim that the EPA is failing to meet Ireland’s climate obligations in its licensing of power for the data centre.
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Daybreak Weekend: US Jobs, Power Conference, China PMIs

Omny.fm
Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Host Tom Busby take a look at some of the stories we’ll be tracking in the coming week.
  • In the US – a look ahead to the U.S jobs report and the Electric vehicle sector.
  • In the UK – a look ahead to the Bloomber…
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Maja's MAJOR miss is punished as Phillips OG helps rescue Leicester late on!

Sky Sports
Josh Maja misses a golden chance from inside the six-yard box for West Brom, as minutes later Nat Phillips’ own goal helps Leicester to rescue a point in stoppage time.
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Peacemaker Season 2: Episode 6 release date, global streaming timings, how to watch worldwide, cast, episode schedule, Episode 5 recap

The Times of India
Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 6 arrives on September 26, 2025, on HBO Max. The episode continues Chris Smith’s journey in an alternate universe while his friends plan to bring him back.
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Premier League: Newcastle v Arsenal – Preview, predictions, tips, offers and odds

101 Great Goals
Newcastle welcome Arsenal to St James’ Park for what is typically a spicy fixture.
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Weekend reading: Livin’ la vida loca

Monevator.com
Hyper value value? Plus all the week’s best money and investing reads… The post Weekend reading: Livin’ la vida loca appeared first on Monevator.
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EXCLUSIVE: Revealed — The One 'Cruel' Sign Kate Middleton is Finally Siding with Prince William in His War Against Exiled Brother Harry

Radaronline.com
Kate Middleton has shown a cruel sign of siding with her husband, Prince William, in his ongoing feud against his brother Prince Harry.
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Yung Lean And Bladee Lament The ‘Evil World’ In Their New Single

UPROXX
Getty Image Bladee and Yung Lean are once again working together after last year’s ‘Psykos.’
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Baidu's Robotaxis Go Global: Profits, Dubai Surge, Europe Next

Yahoo Entertainment
Apollo Go hits per-car profitability, secures 100-car fleet in Dubai, and eyes UK-Germany debut in global driverless race
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UK to mandate digital IDs for workers to curb illegal migration

The Times of India
UK News: LONDON: Britain on Friday said it would introduce a mandatory digital ID scheme for British citizens and residents starting a new job as a measure to .
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Facebook and Instagram Are Now Offering No-Ad Paid Subscriptions in the UK

CNET
Ad-free subscriptions for UK residents are about half the cost of than those for EU users.
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Kane scores 100th goal for Bayern Munich

BBC News
Harry Kane scores his 100th goal for Bayern Munich to put his side 3-0 up against Werder Bremen.
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Lene Lovich is back

Boston Herald
Before she went missing, Lene Lovich was one of new wave’s most exotic figures. With a sound and look that combined futurist cool with cabaret glamor, she set the stage for adventurous types like Amanda Palmer (who is a fan) and even Chappell Roan. But before…
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MasterChef crowns its 2025 series winner

RTE
A fishmonger has won the 21st series of MasterChef and claimed the title as the 2025 champion.
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Iran’s nuclear escalation is a threat to international peace and security: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

Www.gov.uk
Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Iran.
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Prince William makes candid confession in TV appearance

Hola
Prince William made a candid confession in an upcoming episode of The Reluctant Traveler With Eugene Levy. Find out what the Prince of Wales admitted to the Emmy Award winner.
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Cathie Wood’s ARK and SoftBank eye stablecoin giant Tether

TheStreet
SoftBank and ARK Invest are in early talks to join Tether’s potential $500 billion fundraising, Bloomberg reported.
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Brazil's president has signed a ban on selling loot boxes to minors as part of a larger online child safety law

PC Gamer
The loot box ban will go into effect in March.
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Star half-back Lewis commits to Hull KR until 2030

BBC News
Hull KR half-back Mikey Lewis signs a new five-year contract, keeping him at the club until 2030.
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Mortgage Rate Today September 26 2025: Here's current home loan rates, market trends, borrower tips, economic factors, refinance and loan options, market influences, forecasts

The Times of India
Mortgage rate today September 26 2025 shows stability after recent increases. The average 30-year fixed mortgage is at 6.285%, unchanged from yesterday but higher than last week. Rates vary across loan types.
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Elon Musk and Prince Andrew named in new Epstein files

BBC News
The documents by the estate of convicted paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein were released by Congressional Democrats.
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Podcast: Rising authoritarianism, Kneecap and Eurovision

RTE
An expert in international relations has told RTÉ’s Behind the Story podcast it is “extremely alarming” that Donald Trump has the full force of the US government behind him for another three years.
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Scrapped STAR WARS Show THE ACOLYTE Reportedly Cost Disney $230.8 Million

GeekTyrant
A new report has shed light on just how much Lucasfilm and Disney spent on the scrapped Star Wars series The Acolyte, and the price tag is jaw-dropping.According to Forbes, the show racked up a total cost of £190.8 million, which translated to $230.8 million …
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McIlroy wins back-to-back holes in foursomes

BBC News
Rory McIlroy makes birdie on holes six and seven to put himself and partner Shane Lowry two up gainst Sam Burns and Patrick Cantlay in the Friday afternoon foursomes.
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ROG Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X preorders are live — price and specs completely revealed for these upcoming handheld gaming PCs

Windows Central
Preorder are open! The ROG Xbox Ally sells for $599.99 and the Xbox Ally X sells for $999.99. Here’s everything you need to know about these handheld gaming PC.
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Tony Blair is a tech evangelist with a lot of power. Insiders are worried

Crikey
Critics of Tony Blair’s TBI say that the think tank is part of a major influence operation that could culminate in US tech firms taking control of Britain’s most valuable data.  The post Tony Blair is a tech evangelist with a lot of power. Insiders are worrie…
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7 Portuguese adventures for thrill-seekers

National Geographic
These off-beat escapes showcase the country at its best, from paddling beneath starry skies to paragliding over volcanic craters.
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Xbox Ally Prices Revealed: Handheld Console Will Cost Up to $1,000

Variety
Microsoft has set the prices for its new Xbox Ally handheld gaming consoles, revealing the premium version will run customers nearly $1,000. Made in partnership with Taiwanese computer and electronics manufacturer Asus, the ROG Xbox Ally has been priced at $5…
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ROG Xbox Ally pre-orders just dropped – here's where to buy the new handheld ahead of release

GamesRadar+
Asus ROG Ally pre-orders start now, with the handheld officially hitting the shelves on October 16 for $599.99, but its flagship X sibling is set to come in at just under $1,000.
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Chromosome-level genome assembly for Sichuan taimen (Hucho bleekeri) reveals the extraordinary tandem repeat proportions and its persistent population shrinkage

Biomedcentral.com
Background The Sichuan taimen (Hucho bleekeri Kimura) is a critically endangered fish species that has attracted significant attention and is classified as a national first-level protected species in China. Despite its ecological importance, genomic resources…
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Microsoft wants to sell you a Steam Deck in 2025 for $600 as Xbox Ally pricing unveiled

PC Gamer
Quick, somebody tell Microsoft that Valve just cut the price of the Steam Deck LCD to $329.
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Asus ROG Xbox Ally X – The Final Preview

IGN
Everything you need to know about the upcoming Xbox handheld.
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In the Finnish capital Helsinki nature and city life blend seamlessly

National Geographic
Set against an archipelago of forested isles and the waves of the Baltic Sea, the Finnish capital lives in harmony with nature — locals take artistic inspiration from their wild surrounds and warm up in cedar-lined saunas.
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The record-breaking Nigerian chef ready to take on the world

BBC News
“It feels good to be an inspiration,” double Guinness World Record breaker Hilda Baci tells the BBC.
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UN’s annual gabfest offers more than hot air — though there’s plenty of that

New York Post
Dysfunction was the main item on the agenda for the United Nations General Assembly in New York this week, and President Trump was full-throated in expressing US disapproval. In his speech, he called out the wobbly body’s inability to keep the peace. “What is…
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Ad-free Instagram and Facebook are coming to the UK at a better price than the EU

PhoneArena
Meta will allow Brits to choose between personalized ads and paying a subscription.
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Europe take three-point lead on opening day of Ryder Cup

BBC News
Europe open up a three-point lead over USA after a dramatic first day of the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black in New York.
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Amazon (AMZN) Expands SAP Partnership With European Sovereign Cloud on AWS

Yahoo Entertainment
Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) is one of the AI Stocks in the Spotlight This Week. On September 24, Amazon and SAP announced their plans to make SAP…
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Many employees are using AI to create 'workslop,' Stanford study says

Theregister.com
Remember when AI was supposed to make us more productive, not hate each other? ai-pocalypse Workers are getting lazy about using AI to do their jobs for them, and the results are both costly and increasing distrust in the workplace.…
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EXCLUSIVE: Meghan Markle 'Doomed' to 'Shockingly Humiliating' Career Move After Netflix Shows and Lifestyle Brand Flops

Radaronline.com
Meghan Markle is now facing a ‘humiliating’ career move after her Netflix shows and brand failed.
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PREVIEW: Postecoglu’s Nottingham Forest aim to return to winning ways against high-flying Sunderland

Fromthespot.co.uk
Nottingham Forest are set to host Sunderland in a clash which could be an early indicator for how two of this season’s surprise packages will fare.It’s been a busy few weeks for Nottingham Forest …
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Iran facing return of sweeping sanctions over banned nuclear activity

BBC News
Economic and military sanctions lifted under a 2015 deal are set to snap back bar a last-minute breakthrough.
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Inside the courts where migrants appeal removal from Britain

Sky.com
Sky News has been to an immigration court appeal to see how the European Convention on Human Rights is being used in legal arguments by migrants to remain in Britain, amid calls for the UK to withdraw from it.
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Samaritans warned of volunteer exodus if plans to close branches go ahead

Sky.com
Call handlers at the mental health helpline Samaritans are warning of a mass exodus of volunteers after the charity announced plans to close branches.
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‘The Great British Baking Show’ “Back to School Week”: What Are Flapjacks? (They’re Certainly Not Pancakes)

Decider
All about the traditional British bake that infamously made comic James Acaster break down in the tent.
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Investors should put these 2 top ASX tech shares on the watchlist

Motley Fool Australia
I view tech as the best industry to look for exciting opportunities. The post Investors should put these 2 top ASX tech shares on the watchlist appeared first on The Motley Fool Australia.
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UK tabloid Metro goes to the Monster Raving Loony Party conference, finds out it's loony [Amusing]

Fark.com
UK tabloid Metro goes to the Monster Raving Loony Party conference, finds out it’s loony
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Prince William reflects on 2024 struggles during Windsor Castle TV appearance

New Zealand Herald
William shared the candid admission during a pub chat with actor Eugene Levy.
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