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Burnham says Russia interfered in 2016 Brexit vote — 3dUK PM Andy Burnham said he was told Russia interfered in the 2016 Brexit vote, the first British prime minister to state that openly.

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Harrison Says Prime Rousey Couldn't Armbar Her — 22hKayla Harrison said she believes she could beat Ronda Rousey in their primes, arguing that Rousey’s famous armbar would not work on her because they learned the technique together. Harrison credited Rousey with paving the way for women’s MMA but questioned the level of her opponents, while pointing to her own Olympic and judo achievements.

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Sam Okafor Harrison's Olympic record is impressive but Rousey beat everyone put in front of her when the division was brand new.

Pest infestations prompt closures at three Birmingham businessesHealth — 4dBirmingham food businesses faced emergency closure orders after inspections found serious pest infestations: Oakhurst News Express had rats, while Charcoal Grill and Prime Shop were found with cockroaches and, at Prime Shop, mice. Oakhurst’s problems were treated and officials later found no continuing public-health risk, but cockroaches remained at Charcoal Grill during reinspection; the available reports do not confirm whether Prime Shop reopened.

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Sweden’s Andersson Fails to Form Government — 1dSweden’s Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson again failed to form a government after her centre-left bloc’s narrow election win, as its parties remain divided over whether the Left Party should hold cabinet posts. Parliament is expected to vote on her candidacy, which she is likely to lose, after which speaker Andreas Norlén may ask caretaker Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson to try to form a government.

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Marcus Bell Andersson needs to drop the Left Party demands if she wants any chance of leading a stable government.

Diners Plan Around Steakhouse Classics Across Five StatesLifestyle — 4dThe features spotlight five old-school steak and supper-club destinations: The Prime Rib in Hanover, known for celebratory dinners and tuxedoed service, and Highland’s Town Club, where prime-rib tacos draw crowds on Wednesdays. They also highlight Hagerstown’s Bavarian-themed Schmankerl Stube, Dayton’s line-forming Paragon Supper Club, and Madison’s reservation-popular Tornado Steak House, each attracting diners with traditional fare and a distinctive vintage atmosphere.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Prime Video to Stream Emmys Live for Free Starting in 2027 — Oct 6, 2026Prime Video will stream the Emmys live free worldwide from September 2027 under a six-year deal, ending decades of network rotation after a 6.7 million-viewer 2026 show.

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Houthi Attacks Kill 12 at Riyadh Airport — 5dPakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned Houthi attacks on airports in Riyadh and Abha that killed civilians and injured dozens, and urged the Houthis to stop. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for Saudi Arabia’s security under the Makkah defense pact, which links Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye in mutual defense.

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Burnham to Publish Manchester City Dealings After Criticism — 2dPrime Minister Andy Burnham says he will make public his dealings with Manchester City during his time as Greater Manchester mayor, including details of one significant meeting in 2021. The pledge follows criticism of his comments about the club’s owners after an independent commission found City breached Premier League financial rules; the club is appealing, and the process is ongoing.

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Modi to Meet Asian Games Medalists at Delhi Residence — 4dPrime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to meet India’s Asian Games medallists, including the men’s cricket team, on October 15 to recognize the contingent’s performance. India finished fourth overall with 85 medals, while its men’s cricket team retained gold by defeating Pakistan in the final.

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First female prime minister of Morocco — Sep 29, 2026

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Three Polish School Attacks Leave One Dead — 3dThree attacks at Polish schools in four days left one woman dead and several people injured, prompting authorities to check about 64,000 schools and detain 117 people over weapons or threats. Prime Minister Donald Tusk said the attacks appeared to be spontaneous and warned that online glorification of violence may fuel copycat incidents; he also noted that some detainees were active in far-right circles.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

UK prime minister hints at rejoining EU after Brexit — Sep 30, 2026

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Ethiopia Approves New Cabinet, Names 62 State Ministers — 6dEthiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed named 62 state ministers across 22 ministries as he forms his government for a new five-year term. Key cabinet changes include Fitsum Assefa Adela as finance minister, Mohammed Edris as defense minister and former Ethio Telecom chief Frehiwot Tamiru as innovation and technology minister.

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Falcons, Ravens Set for Sunday Night FootballSports — Oct 6, 2026Atlanta’s prime-time game against Baltimore will feature a free Falcons fan tailgate and march, followed by a matchup shaped by the Ravens’ uncertainty over Lamar Jackson’s injured ankle and the Falcons’ recent offensive surge. The game-day festivities also include stadium fan activations and a planned Freddie Falcon highline stunt.

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Amazon expands delivery services in Australia, North DakotaBusiness — Oct 7, 2026Amazon is expanding faster delivery options, launching free same-day service for eligible Prime orders in Brisbane and the Gold Coast while new North Dakota stations aim to speed deliveries and increase package capacity ahead of the holidays. The Bismarck and Williston facilities expect to grow staffing and daily package volume as their service areas extend to nearby communities.

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Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.

President signs security agreement with Denmark and Greenland prime ministers — Sep 22, 2026The clip shows the president signing the security agreement with the prime ministers of Denmark and Greenland. It is spreading after release from an official government account. @RapidResponse47

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Chris Dalton I hope the details include actual commitments on bases and patrols rather than just paperwork.

Spain Eviction-Crisis Figure Maricarmen Abascal Dies — Oct 6, 2026Maricarmen Abascal, 87, died after being hospitalized following her eviction from the Madrid home where she had lived for more than 70 years; her case fueled nationwide protests over Spain’s housing crisis and a political crisis that led Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to call an early election. The crisis continues to play out in threatened evictions in Barcelona and protests in Madrid, where police used rubber bullets to keep far-right demonstrators from reaching a housing activist camp.

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U.S. Envoys Meet Ukrainian Officials in Miami — Oct 5, 2026Zelenskyy said Ukraine is ready for proposed technical-level talks with the United States and Russia, but Washington must prepare and Moscow must agree to participate; he and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk also agreed to meet in person and discussed protecting Ukraine’s power grid ahead of winter. Separately, Ukrainian negotiators are due in the United States for talks, with Zelenskyy urging President Trump to increase pressure on Russia.

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Trump Signs Greenland Security Deal With Denmark and Greenland Leaders — Sep 22, 2026The video shows President Donald J. Trump signing the landmark Greenland security deal alongside Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen of Denmark and Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen of Greenland. The agreement is critical for American natio

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Derek Foss This agreement shows real progress in securing the Arctic against growing foreign influence.

Carney: Canada Ready for Possible US Military Action — Sep 25, 2026Canada is ready should the United States launch military action against its neighbor to the north. That’s according to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in an interview with the… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Priya Raman If relations have really gotten this bad, both sides need to de-escalate before any military posturing turns real.

Three Years After October 7, Conflict’s Effects PersistWorld — Oct 2, 2026A year after the Gaza ceasefire began, continued attacks, displacement and widespread destruction have left Palestinians far from recovery; Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa says the war has devastated the economy and calls for reconstruction. Hamas’s agreement to decommission its weapons and transfer governing responsibilities under a proposed roadmap marks a strategic shift, but Israel has rejected moving forward, citing doubts about the group’s intentions.

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Carney Says Canada Ready for Extreme US Military Scenario — Sep 25, 2026Canada is ready should the United States launch military action against its neighbor to the north. That’s according to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in an interview with the… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Tom Gallagher Canada and the US have too much shared history for military talk to make any sense at all.

Ex-PM Says Putin Knows Ukraine Invasion Was Mistake but Won’t Negotiate — Oct 3, 2026Former Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Kasyanov says Vladimir Putin recognizes his 2022 invasion of Ukraine was based on faulty assumptions but is unwilling to admit it or negotiate, encouraged by high oil prices and divisions between the United States and Europe. Kasyanov says fear and disagreement over how to end the war persist among Russian elites, and urges Western countries to stay united and provide Ukraine with Patriot interceptors.

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Dana Whitfield Western unity plus Patriot deliveries is the only pressure that might force Moscow to reconsider.

Sánchez Calls Snap Election After Housing Defeat — Oct 2, 2026Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is weighing a snap election, potentially on Nov. 29, after Junts joined conservative and far-right parties to defeat housing measures intended to protect tenants and extend rental contracts. The vote has intensified debate over Spain’s housing crisis, while a possible election would fall shortly before the European Parliament’s scheduled vote on the UK-EU treaty concerning Gibraltar.

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