News for August 30, 2025

Netflix Number One Action Movie Cost Just $170 Million To Make

Forbes
It’s tough to find a chart-topping movie that cost less than $250 million and even tougher to find one under budget. Netflix managed to pull off both feats with the same movie.
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Biden’s Former Monkeypox Czar Blames RFK Jr. For Decision to Quit CDC Post

Legalinsurrection.com
Instead of acknowledging that years of unscientific pandemic policies undermined public trust, Dr. Demetre Daskalakis directed personal criticism at the only person willing to speak up on behalf of Americans. The post Biden’s Former Monkeypox Czar Blames RFK …
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Kentucky’s defensive front shows off depth in win over Toledo

On3.com
Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops told us that the strength of Kentucky’s team would be the team in 2025. Kentucky defensive coordinator Brad White told us that the defense was going to lean into its depth more than it had in the past. That all played out in th…
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Defense, rushing attack carries Kentucky over Toledo

On3.com
LEXINGTON, Ky. — On a day when its offense sputtered and made a handful of self-inflicted mistakes one might associate with a season opener, Kentucky’s defense looked like it was in midseason form on Saturday against Toledo. The Wildcats held the preseason fa…
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The trade in US body parts that's completely legal – but ripe for exploitation

BBC News
Human remains can mean profits. But there is an emotional debate about the ethics of the industry.
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How a 'creative and brave' attack is making Everton exciting

BBC News
Match of the Day pundits Danny Murphy and Steph Houghton analyse the influence of Everton’s attacking players in their victory against Wolves at Molineux.
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'The drones never leave us' – one woman's diary of daily life in Gaza

Sky.com
Tasneem lives under Israeli siege. Through a series of voicenotes shared exclusively with Sky News, she records her daily struggle to get food – and the sound of deadly drones flying overhead.
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'The drones are always there… like a punishment': A diary of daily life in Gaza

Sky.com
Tasneem lives under Israeli siege. Through a series of voicenotes shared exclusively with Sky News, she records her daily struggle to get food – and the sound of deadly drones flying overhead.
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'Choked into silence': Why so few black victims of domestic abuse feel able to speak up

Sky.com
A survey shows “deep mistrust” towards police from black women who have been victims of abuse – as one survivor who was sexually assaulted from the age of 11 tells Sky News of her ordeal.
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'I can't remember a worse VAR decision' – Murphy on King's disallowed goal

BBC News
Match of the Day pundits Danny Murphy and Steph Houghton give their thoughts on VAR disallowing Josh King’s goal for Fulham against Chelsea.
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Verizon Network Outage: Who’s Affected and How to Stay Connected

Smashingapps.com
Verizon network outage leaves users in SOS mode. Learn what caused it, fixes that work, and practical backup steps. Enable Wi-Fi Calling
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Top 10 Thriller Shows of 2025: Must-Watch Picks

Screen Rant
The best thriller shows of 2025 so far feature a diverse range of genres and streaming platforms. From sci-fi to crime, these 10 are worth watching.
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How Aston Martin Residences Defines What It Means To Be Ultra Luxury

Forbes
On the 63rd floor of the Aston Martin Residences, the penthouse triplex is Mount Olympus suspended above Miami. What is $59 million when you can live among the gods?
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Round 2: Juventus vs. Genoa match preview

Black & White & Read All Over
After their season-opening win over Parma, Juventus head out on the road for the first time in the 2025-26 campaign and to a place that hasn’t always been so friendly.
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phonkersbase added to PyPI

Pypi.org
A Python client for the PhonkersBase API
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Jamarion Wilcox was suspended vs. Toledo for violating team rules as status remains uncertain

A Sea Of Blue
Jamarion Wilcox did not play in the Wildcats’ season-opener
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Tasmania so cool right now with tourists numbers up

ABC News (AU)
Tasmania recorded its highest number of visitors for the June quarter on record — but what attracts tourists to a colder climate?
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Trampoline fitness hits The Block with Warrnambool's Sheridan

Standard.net.au
Sheridan Sicely brings Boogie Bounce to The Block’s new regional season in Daylesford, blending fitness and fun for the contestants.
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Rain eventually forces Eliminator to be abandoned as Rockets reach final

BBC News
Trent Rockets reach the men’s Hundred final after their Eliminator match against Northern Superchargers was eventually abandoned due to rain at The Oval.
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Kentucky’s stingy defense, efficient rushing attack prevents Week 1 upset

On3.com
Kentucky entered the 2025 season with a lot of unknowns. However, this program has a reputation under Mark Stoops. The Wildcats mostly played to that reputation in a 24-16 win over Toledo in front of 56,457 fans at Kroger Field on Saturday afternoon. The Cats…
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Islamic Republic close to collapse in Iran, civil war possible: report

New York Post
The Islamic Republic is facing collapse, indicates the report, issued by UK-based Henry Jackson Society, as the UN accuses Tehran of executing nealry 900 people “as a tool of intimidation.&#8…
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19 Local British Councils Vowing Legal Action to Remove Migrants From Hotels, as Judge Who Allowed Illegals in Epping Hotel Is Reported to Conduct Authority for Leftwing Bias

Thegatewaypundit.com
The British are fighting back treasonous Starmer and his Globalist Labour leftists. The post 19 Local British Councils Vowing Legal Action to Remove Migrants From Hotels, as Judge Who Allowed Illegals in Epping Hotel Is Reported to Conduct Authority for Leftw…
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Gordon Ramsay undergoes surgery for skin cancer

Fox News
Gordon Ramsay reveals he had basal cell carcinoma surgically removed from his face and emphasizes the importance of wearing sunscreen for protection.
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Absolute Wonder Woman #11 Tops Bleeding Cool Weekly Bestseller List

Bleeding Cool News
Absolute Wonder Woman #11 beats Ultimate Spider-Man #20, but only just in the Bleeding Cool Weekly Bestseller List, with Absolute Martian Manhunter close behind, and all beating the launch of Immortal Legend Batman. Don’t worry Batman, next week you will be n…
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QUICK TAKES: Kentucky 24, Toledo 16

On3.com
In our regular postgame feature, the Cats Illustrated staff offers its first impressions from Kentucky’s 24-16 win over Toledo on Saturday afternoon at Kroger Field. JEFF DRUMMOND: The most important thing today was Kentucky getting the W. This was a Toledo t…
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Dramatic draw keeps Australia & USA quarter-final hopes alive

BBC News
Australia & USA draw 31-31 in a thrilling tie to both keep their hopes of reaching the Women’s Rugby World Cup quarter-finals alive.
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Mark Stoops reveals Jamarion Wilcox did not play vs. Toledo due to violation of team rules

On3.com
Kentucky running back Jamarion Wilcox did not play in Saturday’s game due to a violation of team rules, UK head coach Mark Stoops said afterward. More details will come next week, according to KSR’s Tyler Thompson. This story will be updated.
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The Paper: Nuñez on Daniels' Pitch for "The Office" Universe Return

Bleeding Cool News
Oscar Nuñez has seen it all in terms of the wild ride that is The Office across all nine seasons from 2005-2013 as beloved Dunder Mifflin accountant, Oscar Martinez. Twelve years later, we get to see him return in a similar capacity in the upcoming Peacock sp…
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High School DxD Game Ads Banned in UK as Regulators Cry They Are “Sexualising Minors”

Sankakucomplex.com
A trio of High School DxD mobile game ads—complete with partial nudity, “boobtastic” quips, and underage “high school” innuendos—just got slapped down by the UK’s Advertising Standards Authority for sexualising characters that “seemed” under 18 and leaning on…
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Highlights, box score, MVP, and Twitter reactions to Wildcats’ win over Toledo

A Sea Of Blue
The Cats defense and run game gets the job done.
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Kentucky Labors to a 24-16 Win over Toledo

On3.com
Kentucky fans waited 336 days to watch the Wildcats defeat an FBS foe. They were not rewarded with a beautiful win, but it was a win just the same. Bush Hamdan’s offense labored for most of the afternoon before the Wildcats were eventually able to pull away w…
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The Manchester United Third Kit Dyes The adidas Gazelle

Sneaker News
No, it may not attract the headlines that the Jumpman 40th anniversary has, but adidas pouring out odes to their stable of Big Five top-division… © Sneaker News, 2025. | Permalink | No comment | Add todel.icio.us The post The Manchester United Third Kit …
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Wayne Rooney Is The BBC Podcaster Absolutely Nobody Is Asking For

Forbes
Hopefully, Wayne Rooney has learned from his previous post-retirement experiences and realises that hard work is essential to making even a BBC media career work.
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New Releases on Netflix This Week & Top 10 Movies & Series: Labor Day Weekend

What's on Netflix
18 new movies and 7 new series touched down on Netflix with KPop Demon Hunters still topping the movie charts and Hostage unseating Wednesday.
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Here's what TV shows CEOs and tech execs say they are watching these days

Business Insider
While some C-Suite executives read books or enjoy an evening cigar, others turn on the TV and dive into some of pop culture’s most beloved series.
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Induction Cooking Is Gaining Acceptance With Professional Chefs

CleanTechnica
Induction cooking is beginning to gain headway with restaurants and professional chefs because it offers precise temperature control. The post Induction Cooking Is Gaining Acceptance With Professional Chefs appeared first on CleanTechnica.
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Oasis at MetLife Stadium: How to Get Last Minute Tickets

Consequence.net
The Gallaghers are playing two huge shows in East Rutherford, NJ on August 31st and September 1st. Learn how to get last-minute tickets here. Oasis at MetLife Stadium: How to Get Last Minute Tickets Consequence Staff
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Howe has 'no idea' on Isak future

BBC News
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe says he has “no idea” whether the signing of striker Nick Woltemade from Stuttgart will resolve the future of Alexander Isak.
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Review: Kneecap at EP – a sort of homecoming

RTE
Kneecap delivered a blistering set at Electric Picnic this afternoon, as they took to the main stage at Stradbally for their very first time.
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Amid Russia's invasion, some Ukrainians have to 'fight like it's the 1940s'

ABC News (AU)
Australian troops are among a group of allies helping train Ukrainian soldiers in England. Despite technological advances in war, sometimes it’s about getting back to basics.
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'First-class' Breach deserves to be England's first-choice wing – Middleton

BBC News
BBC Sport pundits Simon Middleton, Ruby Tui, Maggie Alphonsi, Katy Daley-Mclean discuss Jess Breach’s “first-class” performance in England’s 92-3 record win over Samoa.
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Newcastle winless start continues after Leeds draw

BBC News
Newcastle United still remain winless after there 0-0 draw with Leeds United at Elland Road.
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Where do all the missing socks go, and other laundry mysteries solved

The Washington Post
Washington Post: Lint-covered clothes? Funky smell? Who do these things happen?
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Tyler Ballgame brought his godly voice and Bowie reverence to the second day of Best Fit’s secret Piano Stage at End of the Road

Thelineofbestfit.com
The Rough Trade-signed rising star Tyler Ballgame opened the Piano Stage at End of the Road Festival today, performing recent singles and a cover of “Life in Mars” to a rapt crowd.
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Chelsea continue unbeaten run amid VAR drama

BBC News
Chelsea beat Fulham 2-0 as the Lilywhites have a goal ruled out controversily after Rodrigo Muniz’s accidental challenge on Trevoh Chalobah in the build up.
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Sunderland score two late goals to stun Brentford

BBC News
Watch Premier League highlights as Sunderland’s Wilson Isidor scores a dramatic stoppage-time header to seal a 2-1 win at home against Brentford.
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Evanilson strike earns Bournemouth win at Spurs

BBC News
Watch Premier League highlights as Evanlison scores to give Bournemouth a 1-0 win against Tottenham to inflict Thomas Frank’s suffers first league defeat as Spurs manager.
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Grealish stars as Everton beat Wolves

BBC News
Watch Premier League highlights as Jack Grealish produces an action-packed display to inspire Everton to victory against Wolves at Molineux Stadium.
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'Competition for places driving England on' – hat-trick scorer Breach

BBC News
Jess Breach credits England’s competitiveness within the team and reflects on her journey back from injury after scoring a hat-trick in England 92-3 record win over Samoa.
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England's energy was 'outstanding' against Samoa – head coach Mitchell

BBC News
England head coach John Mitchell commends his side’s “outstanding” effort and team cohesion in their 92-3 thrashing of Samoa.
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UK PM Keir Starmer replaces third top aide in less than a year

The Times of India
Keir Starmer is replacing his principal private secretary, Ninjeri Pandit, amid a significant government reboot following a challenging first year marked by plummeting approval ratings and a surge in illegal migrant crossings. This shake-up includes Pandit’s …
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'So close!' – Why Foster was denied 'superb' goal vs Man Utd

Sky Sports
Watch why Lyle Foster’s second goal was classed as offside during the game against Man Utd.
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'I could only hear my mum!' – Perrin 'buzzing' after stunning century

BBC News
Teenager Davina Perrin reflects on a record-breaking day as she hits the fastest century in women’s Hundred history to help Northern Superchargers book their place in the final with victory over London Spirit.
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Newcastle still searching for first win after frustrating draw at Leeds

Sky Sports
FREE TO WATCH: Highlights from Leeds’s draw against Newcastle in the Premier League.
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Food bonus post

Seths.blog
It’s been awhile… Coconut Cult is a new sort of probiotic magic that’s actually delicious (the chocolate is great, the strawberry is magnificent). A tablespoon a day, try it for a week. You have 38 trillion gut bacteria (!) so you might as well make them happ…
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David Jonsson Opens Up About Winning BAFTA's EE Rising Star Award And Paving The Way For The Next Generation Of Creatives

Buzzfeed
“BAFTA really does champion up-and-coming talent. And I think that it’s so important to not just take, but give. Set the Stage is just such a wonderful chance to see young filmmakers come together and try something, do something.”View Entire Post ›
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Commerce Ministry Working On Short, Medium, Long-Term Steps To Shield Exporters From US Tariffs

Ndtvprofit.com
The Commerce Ministry is working on short, medium, and long-term action plans, including proposals such as easing norms for SEZ units and allowing an inventory model for e-commerce exports, to help exporters cope with the steep 50% US tariffs, an official sai…
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England score 14 tries in record World Cup win over Samoa

BBC News
Jess Breach scores a hat-trick as England thrash Samoa 92-3 to register their record Women’s Rugby World Cup win.
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UK's iCloud Backdoor Request Is Still Active & Has Global Reach

Android Headlines
A legal filing reveals the UK government’s request for an iCloud backdoor is still active, with a broader—global—scope than previously known.
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Oddity (ODD) Tech Posts Strong Q2 Results, Lifts 2025 Outlook Amid Global Expansion

Yahoo Entertainment
Oddity Tech Ltd. (NASDAQ: ODD) is one of the fastest growing tech stocks to invest in. On August 5, 2025, the company reported strong second-quarter results …
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To look or not to look? How did Amorim react during Bruno pen?

Sky Sports
Watch Ruben Amorim’s reaction during Bruno Fernandes’ penalty kick to take Manchester United to victory over Burnley.
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Breach scores 'stunning' hat-trick for England against Samoa

BBC News
Jess Breach scores a “stunning” hat-trick as England thrash Samoa 92-3 in the Women’s Rugby World Cup.
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Gordon Ramsay Reveals Scar From Skin Cancer Surgery: 'Not a Face Lift'

Us Weekly
Gordon Ramsay is opening up about a recent health scare. “Grateful and so appreciate for the incredible team at The Skin Associates and their fast reactive work on removing this Basal Cell Carcinoma thank you !” Ramsay, 58, shared via Instagram on Saturday, A…
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Serie A official Week 2 line-ups: Napoli vs. Cagliari

Football Italia
Awaiting Rasmus Hojlund, Napoli start Lorenzo Lucca with Scott McTominay and Kevin De Bruyne as they host impressive Cagliari.
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Trump reportedly mulls sending a private army to Ukraine as peace plan shocker

The Times of India
Donald Trump is reportedly considering a plan involving American private military contractors in Ukraine as part of a long-term peace strategy. This initiative aims to rebuild defenses and safeguard American interests, circumventing Trump’s pledge against dep…
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Serie A official Week 2 line-ups: Pisa vs. Roma

Football Italia
Roma again trust Evan Ferguson, Wesley and Matias Soulé as Gian Piero Gasperini’s men visit surprise outfit Pisa, who have new buy Calvin Stengs on the bench.
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What’s next for Fujifilm?

Photorumors.com
What’s next for Fujifilm? Here is the list of rumored/expected new products: Fujifilm GFX Eterna video camera Fujifilm X-T30 III camera Fujinon XF 23mm pancake lens Fujinon GF 32-90mm f/3.5 lens Screen covers, dial locks, and leatherette accessories for Fujif…
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'We believe we can go further than quarter-finals' – Scotland head coach Easson

BBC News
Scotland head coach Bryan Easson is optimistic that Scotland can progress past the quarter-finals at the Women’s Rugby World Cup after their performance against Fiji.
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Is Modernism Due To Youth Culture?

Overcomingbias.com
“On or about December 1910, human nature changed.” Virginia Woolf.
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'I'm excited to support women's sport' – Kelly watches the Red Roses at Rugby World Cup

BBC News
Lioness & Euro 2025 winner Chloe Kelly shows her support for the Red Roses at the Women’s Rugby World Cup and champions the growth of women’s sport.
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VAR making modern football 'sterile' – Parker

BBC News
Burnley manager Scott Parker says football has become “sterile,” with players standing around and reluctant to celebrate due to lengthy refereeing checks, after his own side saw a penalty awarded against them via VAR in a 3-2 loss at Manchester United.
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Rangers v Celtic: Line-ups, stats and preview

101 Great Goals
Rangers and Celtic meet in the first Old Firm game of 2025/26 in the Scottish Premiership on Sunday. Read our in-depth preview.
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GAME CHAT: UK-Toledo

On3.com
Kentucky’s 2025 college football season is officially underway. The Cats are taking on the Toledo Rockets in a very big game for Mark Stoops. The House of Blue is home to the most passionate community of Kentucky football fans online and you’re invited to joi…
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Scotland reaching first World Cup quarter-final since 2002 is 'massive'

BBC News
Ex- Scotland forward Deborah McCormack celebrates Scotland’s “massive achievement” of making it to the Rugby World Cup quarter-final after their win against Fiji.
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US Will Deny Visas to Top Palestinian Leaders Before UN Meeting

Financial Post
The Trump administration said it will deny visas to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and 80 other Palestinian officials in a move that will likely make it impossible for them to attend next month’s meeting of the UN General Assembly.
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