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How China Remembers Zhu Rongji, the Premier Who Spoke His Mind

Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-08-13T09:40:32+00:00

Tributes to the former premier recalled his spirited style and his efforts to integrate China into global commerce, in contrast with the rigidity of the Xi era.

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Sensex today | Stock Market Live: Sensex down nearly 200 points at 77,770, Nifty slides 92 points in late trade

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-08-13T09:37:49+00:00

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Live: At 3 pm, Sensex traded 195.93 pts or 0.25% lower at 77,770.42, and NIfty 50 declined 92.70 pts or 0.38% to 24,343.25. Indian equities remained subdued despite stronger Asian markets, with firm crude prices and geopolitical risks keeping investors cautious.

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‘An English Summer Is Not the Same Anymore’

Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-08-13T09:32:42+00:00

With forecasters issuing a warning for very high temperatures, this summer is on track to be one of the hottest yet.

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En Syrie, l’impératif d’une justice exemplaire contre l’ancienne dictature

Source: Le Monde - International · Published: 2026-08-13T09:30:07+00:00

Les autorités de transition, à qui il revient de faire rendre des comptes au régime de Bachar Al-Assad, doivent tout faire pour que les Syriens soient convaincus que l’impunité a disparu, mais également s’assurer que la justice sera désormais rendue sur des bases indiscutables.

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Who Are the Houthis, Iran-Backed Militia Entering Mideast War?

Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-08-13T09:19:44+00:00

Amid relentless war in the Middle East, the Iran-backed militants seem poised to renew their conflict with Yemen’s Saudi-backed government.

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У Севастополі могли ліквідувати зрадника, який здав підводний човен "Запоріжжя": що відомо

Source: UNIAN (General) · Published: 2026-08-13T09:19:43+00:00

Внаслідок вибуху міг загинути колишній командир українського підводного човна "Запоріжжя" Роберт Шагеєв, який після окупації Криму перейшов на службу до Росії.

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Parliament passes Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-08-13T09:14:52+00:00

Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy said the legislation does not seek to interfere with the autonomy or revenue rights of states, but aims to ensure uniform mineral rates across the country

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A Patient’s Final Breath in a Congolese Ebola Ward

Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-08-13T09:02:03+00:00

The distance between life and death is razor thin at one medical clinic in Rwampara, the heart of the epidemic ravaging the Democratic Republic of Congo.

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Партнерство Путіна з Ином: чим війна в Україні корисна КНДР

Source: UNIAN (General) · Published: 2026-08-13T09:00:00+00:00

Нещодавно президент України Володимир Зеленський заявив про ймовірність розміщення на території Росії від 30 до 50 тисяч військовослужбовців КНДР. Попри те, що незалежного підтвердження саме цієї цифри...

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Former Catholic bishop accused of hosting alcohol-fuelled parties to sexually abuse Aboriginal men found guilty

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-08-13T08:59:19+00:00

Christopher Alan Saunders found guilty of 13 sex offences in West Australian district court on Thursday. He was acquitted of six other chargesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA former high-ranking Catholic known for hosting boozy shirts-off parties has been convicted of sexually abusing two young Aboriginal men.Former bishop of Broome Christopher Alan Saunders, 76, was found guilty of 13 sex offences on Thursday following a jury trial in the West Australian district court. Continue reading...

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Il paese risanato dalle donne

Source: Repubblica Homepage · Published: 2026-08-13T08:51:31+00:00

Negli anni 60 una lista tutta al femminile vinse le elezioni a Rotzo (Vicenza). Ne scrissi, anche se non ricordo...

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