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Special education head at Education Department abruptly resignsWorldPing
NPR Top

Special education head at Education Department abruptly resigns

The leader of the Education Department's special education office told employees she is resigning less than four months in the role and as the agency overall is morphing and shrinking.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by NPR Top

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CIA chief Ratcliffe may take bigger role in stalled Russia-Ukraine talksWorldPing
Times of India

CIA chief Ratcliffe may take bigger role in stalled Russia-Ukraine talks

CIA Director John Ratcliffe is poised to take a more active role in US peace talks as the White House contemplates changes to the negotiation team. Stalled progress primarily stems from major territorial and security disputes.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India

Iran, U.S. trade strikes as Hormuz crisis deepensWorldPing
The Hindu

Iran, U.S. trade strikes as Hormuz crisis deepens

The latest strikes are part of a dual economic and military approach by President Donald Trump as he struggles to bring an end to the war…

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Hindu

Yemen rebels report fresh Saudi strikes as conflict deepensWorldPing
The Hindu

Yemen rebels report fresh Saudi strikes as conflict deepens

More than 50 attacks targeted several regions including the flashpoint areas of Taiz and Hodeida, the scene of fierce clashes between the Houthis and the Saudi-backed government, the rebels said…

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Hindu

Jeremy Corbyn finds buyer for £700,000 London home after 19 yearsWorldPing
Times of India

Jeremy Corbyn finds buyer for £700,000 London home after 19 years

Jeremy Corbyn has found a buyer for his three-bedroom Finsbury Park home after 19 years. The former Labour leader bought the North London property for £363,000 in 2007 and initially listed it for £800,000 this year.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India

Deutsche Welle
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Deutsche Welle

Serbia, the conflicted EU candidate

On paper, Belgrade has pursued EU membership for years. But accession has long been stalled. The hero's farewell given to war criminal Mladic exposed just how far Serbia has alienated itself from Europe.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Deutsche Welle

Watch: Norway bids farewell to King HaraldWorldPing
BBC News

Watch: Norway bids farewell to King Harald

Tens of thousands of people lined the streets to pay their respects after 13 days of national mourning.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by BBC News

How a French Foreign Legion soldier dramatically escaped Colombian captorsWorldPing
France 24

How a French Foreign Legion soldier dramatically escaped Colombian captors

A French Foreign Legion soldier kidnapped by Colombian guerrillas escaped after nearly a month in captivity by overpowering a guard, jumping into a river with his hands tied and trekking for four days through the Andes to reach safety, according to a…

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24

Al Jazeera
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Al Jazeera

LIVE: Napoli vs Arsenal – UEFA Champions League

Follow live updates from our text commentary stream coverage as favourites Arsenal begin their Champions League season.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera

Wall Street falls as crude tops $101; Dow tumbles over 300 pointsWorldPing
Times of India

Wall Street falls as crude tops $101; Dow tumbles over 300 points

Oil prices have soared past the $100 mark per barrel, resulting in a dip in Wall Street's performance. This increase has amplified worries over fuel costs and inflation for both consumers and businesses alike.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India

Deutsche Welle
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Deutsche Welle

Iran tightens social control with crackdown on cafes

Authorities are keeping a close eye on cafes, fearing they could play a role in fostering anti-government sentiment.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Deutsche Welle

Céline Dion's return to France: A French love affairWorldPing
France 24

Céline Dion's return to France: A French love affair

Céline Dion’s hotly anticipated return to the stage is scheduled for this Saturday in Paris – the first of more than 16 concerts in the French capital in September and October.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24

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