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Trump says Putin won't attack NATO territory

Trump says Putin won't attack NATO territory

US President Donald Trump on Thursday insisted Russian leader Vladimir Putin would not attack NATO territory, downplaying reports that Washington had warned Moscow against a possible move on Europe.

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Smith and Cox revive England after Abbas strikes for Pakistan

Smith and Cox revive England after Abbas strikes for Pakistan

Jamie Smith and Jordan Cox both scored fifties as England recovered from a top-order collapse against Pakistan to reach 248-9 when bad light ended Thursday's opening day of the second Test at Lord's.

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Labor Day 2026: Complete Starter Tool Kit Under $375

Labor Day 2026: Complete Starter Tool Kit Under $375

Early Labor Day sales have yielded a complete house-repair kit for under $375, offering new homeowners and DIYers an affordable entry into tool ownership. The package includes essential power tools from Ryobi and a comprehensive set of manual hand tools, addressing the needs of casual home maintenance without the cost of professional-grade equipment.

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Brazil's Alison Dos Santos sets new men's 400m hurdles world record

Brazil's Alison Dos Santos sets new men's 400m hurdles world record

Brazil's Alison Dos Santos smashed the world record in the men's 400m hurdles at the Diamond League meet in Zurich on Thursday.

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Tamil Nadu Govt Assigns Ministers to Oversee Chennai Monsoon Preparedness

Tamil Nadu Govt Assigns Ministers to Oversee Chennai Monsoon Preparedness

The Tamil Nadu state government has issued an order assigning ministers and senior Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers to oversee all 15 zones of the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC). The directive, aimed at expediting development works and strengthening emergency preparedness, comes as officials brace for the upcoming northeast monsoon season.

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The Nile Theater Announces Full 2026 Concert Lineup Including Menzingers and Shakey Graves

The Nile Theater Announces Full 2026 Concert Lineup Including Menzingers and Shakey Graves

The Nile Theater in downtown Mesa has unveiled its full concert calendar for 2026, continuing its role as a central hub for live music in the Valley. The historic venue will host a diverse array of acts across its main room and Underground stage, with notable performances scheduled from August through December.

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Alfred gets revenge on Jefferson-Wooden in Zurich 100m

Alfred gets revenge on Jefferson-Wooden in Zurich 100m

Olympic champion Julien Alfred gained a degree of revenge on world gold medallist Melissa Jefferson-Wooden with a scorching victory in the women's 100m at the Zurich Diamond League meet on Thursday.

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Venezuelan Artist Oswaldo Vigas Retrospective Opens in Guangzhou

Venezuelan Artist Oswaldo Vigas Retrospective Opens in Guangzhou

The Guangdong Museum of Art in Guangzhou is hosting a retrospective of Venezuelan artist Oswaldo Vigas, titled "Reality Is What I Imagine." The exhibition features monumental works from his seven-decade career, exploring the intersection of Latin American heritage and global modernist movements through a curated dialogue between Chinese and Venezuelan perspectives.

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US Open men's singles: Three talking points

US Open men's singles: Three talking points

Carlos Alcaraz will launch his US Open title defense after a four-month injury layoff, the questions surrounding him and the withdrawal of Jannik Sinner making for a wide-open field for the final Grand Slam of the year.

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Smith and Cox revive England against Pakistan after Abbas strikes

Smith and Cox revive England against Pakistan after Abbas strikes

Jamie Smith and Jordan Cox both scored fifties as England recovered from a top-order collapse against Pakistan to reach 248-9 when bad light ended Thursday's opening day of the second Test at Lord's.

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