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Hong Kong cancels passports of six 'lawless' democracy activists

Hong Kong cancels passports of six 'lawless' democracy activists

The Hong Kong government said Wednesday it has cancelled the passports of six democracy activists who fled to the United Kingdom, calling them "lawless wanted criminals".

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Honduran mother seeks closure as gang burial site uncovered

Honduran mother seeks closure as gang burial site uncovered

Maria was 13 when Honduran gangsters raped her and forcibly recruited her, ripping her from her home.

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Oil and gas industry hops on generative AI bandwagon

Oil and gas industry hops on generative AI bandwagon

Away from the Microsoft and Googles of the world, a century-old industry -- oil and gas -- is hoping that generative artificial intelligence will make producing petroleum more efficient and easier on its workforce.

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Indonesia 'closer to dream' of World Cup after beating Philippines

Indonesia 'closer to dream' of World Cup after beating Philippines

Indonesian fans and leaders hailed their football team after they booked a place in the third round of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers for the first time after beating the Philippines on Tuesday.

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Child victims of war spiked in 2023 amid Gaza, Sudan crises: UN report

Child victims of war spiked in 2023 amid Gaza, Sudan crises: UN report

Violence against children in armed conflicts reached "extreme levels" in 2023, particularly in Gaza and Sudan, according to a forthcoming UN report obtained by AFP on Tuesday.

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No.1 Scheffler unfazed as ever and chased by all at US Open

No.1 Scheffler unfazed as ever and chased by all at US Open

Scottie Scheffler appears unstoppable as Thursday's first round of the US Open approaches, with many top rivals amazed the world number one already has five wins this year including the Masters.

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Ten Hag to remain as Man Utd boss: reports

Ten Hag to remain as Man Utd boss: reports

Erik ten Hag is set to remain as manager of Manchester United following a post-season performance review by club chiefs, British media reports said Tuesday.

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Nitrous oxide emissions surge in climate threat: study

Nitrous oxide emissions surge in climate threat: study

Global emissions of nitrous oxide -- a potent greenhouse gas -- are outpacing expectations and putting climate change goals in peril, a major study published on Wednesday found.

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Ten Hag to remain as Man Utd boss: British media

Ten Hag to remain as Man Utd boss: British media

Erik ten Hag is set to remain as coach of Manchester United following a performance review of the Dutchman carried out by the Premier League club, British media said Tuesday.

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Rahm withdraws from US Open due to left foot infection

Rahm withdraws from US Open due to left foot infection

Two-time major champion Jon Rahm withdrew from the 124th US Open golf tournament on Tuesday due to a left foot infection after consulting with doctors.

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