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'Everyone's been bugging me': Trump to remove 10% duty on Irish whiskey
During the trophy presentation at the Irish Open, US President Donald Trump dropped a significant announcement: he plans to abolish the 10% tariff on Irish whiskey. This action responds to ongoing…
In Ukraine, ground drones are replacing infantry on battlefield
China set to ban drone possession in Beijing from Nov
No OpenAI IPO in 2026, focus on safety: Sam Altman
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UK breakup on menu? Leaders of Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales to meet
Clavicular Claims Cultural Impact: Ludwig backs 2026 nod; streamer says he streams less
Clavicular has responded after Ludwig named him among his five picks for Streamer of the Year 2026, alongside Kai Cenat, IShowSpeed, Stable Ronaldo and Jynxzi. Ludwig said Clavicular may have had the…
Palo Alto’s 500-foot horizontal levee reuses wastewater to restore marshes and test sea-rise defence
Palo Alto engineers have created a unique horizontal levee along Harbor Marsh. This innovative structure combines native plants and treated wastewater for coastal protection. The project aims to…
In 1995 just 51 rare snakes survived on one Caribbean island; 21 years later, they topped 1,100
189 years after import, possums damage half of trees in rare New Zealand forest
Since 2000, Marc Benioff and his wife bought 600 plus acres in Hawaii, only to donate 440 acres
Since 2000, Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff and his wife, Lynne, have bought more than 600 acres in Hawaii worth nearly $100 million. They later donated 440 acres to support affordable housing on the Big…
Former CIA official David Rush, found with 303 gold bars worth $40 million, reaches plea agreement
Federal prosecutors have reached a plea deal with David Rush's legal representatives, halting grand jury actions related to the stolen gold bars. Rush, previously associated with the CIA, now faces…
Meet Henry Xie: 17-year-old student whose method made AI models more empathetic
A 17-year-old student created a groundbreaking training method for artificial intelligence that enhances communication skills in smaller AI models. This unique technique received impressive empathy…
Reed Hastings took control of Powder Mountain with $100M in 2023; now he is spending $200M more
Reed Hastings is transforming Utah's Powder Mountain ski resort after a significant investment. He is combining public skiing access with an exclusive private residential community. New lifts and…
In 1936, Memphis built Overton Park Shell for $14,000; 18 years later Elvis played...
Memphis's Overton Park Shell, a significant landmark built amidst the Great Depression, proudly celebrates its ninetieth anniversary. Known for hosting Elvis Presley's inaugural paid show in 1954,…
‘Intolerance and racism’: US senator slams Texas Republican nominee over post targeting Asian students
18-year-old Afghan refugee pleads guilty to murdering man in London; accused of stalking cousin's wife
How Monty Don turned a 2-acre field into a garden millions love
Monty Don is stepping down from Gardeners' World after 23 years. He transformed his private garden, Longmeadow, into a nationally recognized space. Viewers watched his garden evolve over three…
