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Strike shows challenge to Boeing 'reset' of labor relations

Strike shows challenge to Boeing 'reset' of labor relations

In his first day at Boeing, Kelly Ortberg visited the factory floor to speak with workers on the 737 MAX program, part of the new CEO's effort to "reset" labor relations.

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World leaders to gather at UN as crises grow and conflicts rage

World leaders to gather at UN as crises grow and conflicts rage

World leaders will descend on the United Nation's New York HQ from Sunday for the organization's annual signature gathering against an explosive backdrop of raging wars, growing populism and diplomatic deadlock.

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How plastic pollution poses challenge for Canada marine conservation

How plastic pollution poses challenge for Canada marine conservation

One of the largest producers of plastic waste per capita, Canada is struggling to protect its designated marine protected areas from this pollution, experts warn.

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Scientists track plastic waste in pristine Canada marine park

Scientists track plastic waste in pristine Canada marine park

Old tires, discarded cups, and cigarette butts litter the magnificent Saguenay Fjord, a marine protected area in eastern Canada that attracts belugas and other whales seeking respite.

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South Africa's Buhai grabs LPGA Queen City lead

South Africa's Buhai grabs LPGA Queen City lead

Ashleigh Buhai carded eight birdies in a seven-under par 65 on Thursday to take a one-stroke lead in the LPGA Queen City Championship as she vies to finish strong in an injury-disrupted year.

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Japan inflation firms to 2.8% ahead of BoJ rate decision

Japan inflation firms to 2.8% ahead of BoJ rate decision

Japanese inflation rose slightly in August, with prices up 2.8 percent year-on-year, official data showed Friday, hours before the Bank of Japan was widely expected to leave interest rates unchanged.

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Russia's Kadyrov accuses Musk of 'remotely disabling' his Cybertruck

Russia's Kadyrov accuses Musk of 'remotely disabling' his Cybertruck

Ramzan Kadyrov, the powerful leader of Russia's Chechen Republic, accused Elon Musk on Thursday of disabling a Tesla Cybertruck that he claimed to have received from the billionaire last month.

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Titan sub had to abort a dive days before fatal implosion: testimony

Titan sub had to abort a dive days before fatal implosion: testimony

The Titan submersible had to abort a dive just days before the implosion that killed its five passengers as they explored the wreck of the Titanic, an ex-employee of the company that operated the vessel testified on Thursday.

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Ohtani makes MLB history with first 50-homer, 50-steal season

Ohtani makes MLB history with first 50-homer, 50-steal season

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani made Major League Baseball history on Thursday, becoming the first player ever to record 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single season.

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Ohtani eyes MLB history after surpassing 50 stolen bases, 49 homers

Ohtani eyes MLB history after surpassing 50 stolen bases, 49 homers

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani edged closer to Major League Baseball history on Thursday, belting his 49th home run and bagging his 50th and 51st stolen bases.

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