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05 Sep

Prosecutors launch probe into Argentina couple over Nazi-looted painting

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Prosecutors launch probe into Argentina couple over Nazi-looted painting The painting, Portrait of a Lady by Giuseppe Ghislandi, had disappeared from the collection of a Jewish art dealer during World War II . He is believed to have looted from the collections of Jewish families and businesses . Read full story: Source

05 Sep

Indonesia in chaos: Five Indonesians give views on why and how to fix it

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Indonesia in chaos: Five Indonesians give views on why and how to fix it A cost-of living crisis and a government apparently impervious to the struggles of everyday people has ignited public rage. Demonstrations have gripped Indonesia since late August when anger at a faltering economy erupted into full-blown violence following reports that politicians received a $3,000 housing allowance on top of their salaries – a perk equal to between 10 and 20 times Indonesia’s monthly minimum wage. It was not the first time that Indonesians have taken to the streets this year. In February and March, students turned out…

05 Sep

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,289

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05 Sep

Kim, Xi hail bond as North Korea says it will protect China’s interests

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Kim, Xi hail bond as North Korea says it will protect China’s interests North Korean leader Kim Jong Un told Chinese President Xi Jinping that North Korea will support China in protecting its sovereignty, territory and development interests . The pair met just a day after an unprecedented show of unity with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing . Putin hailed North Korea’s support for Moscow’�s military campaign in Ukraine, continuing the public display of diplomatic unity between Beijing, Pyongyang and Moscow . Read full story: Source

05 Sep

In a ‘Hot Mic’ Moment, Xi and Putin Muse About Immortality and Organ Transplants

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In a ‘Hot Mic’ Moment, Xi and Putin Muse About Immortality and Organ Transplants The leaders of China and Russia made small talk about living forever at a military parade in Beijing . Xi Jinping, China’s leader, mused that people might soon live to 150 . President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia, speaking through a translator, said that organ transplants could allow humans to achieve “immortality” Read full story: Source

05 Sep

At Least 15 Dead After Lisbon Funicular Derails and Crashes, Officials Say

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At Least 15 Dead After Lisbon Funicular Derails and Crashes, Officials Say The Elevador da Glória climbs a steep hill from Restauradores Square and the Avenida da Liberdade to reach panoramic views in the Bairro Alto neighborhood . The Lisbon Firefighters Regiment said that the accident was caused by “a cable that came loose” in the structure of the funicular . Read full story: Source

05 Sep

Watchdog Warns Trump’s Cuts at FEMA Pose a ‘Major Challenge’

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Watchdog Warns Trump’s Cuts at FEMA Pose a ‘Major Challenge’ The G.A.O. report is the first official tabulation of FEMA staffing losses under the second Trump administration . It found that the departure of the 2,450 employees included veteran leaders with experience handling complicated disasters . Read full story: Source

05 Sep

U.S. and Mexico Vow to Cooperate Against Crime as Rubio Meets Sheinbaum

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U.S. and Mexico Vow to Cooperate Against Crime as Rubio Meets Sheinbaum The U.S. and Mexico say they will work together to crack down on organized crime . The announcement came in a joint statement after a meeting in Mexico . Read full story: Source

05 Sep

China’s Show of Military Might

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China’s Show of Military Might China’s leader, Xi Jinping, presided over the display of firepower, flanked by Vladimir Putin of Russia and Kim Jong-un of North Korea, among other leaders . The parade was not just a commemoration of Japan's defeat in World War II but a message for the West about China's rise . Read full story: Source

05 Sep

Trump Grows Frustrated With Putin, as Russian President Bonds With China’s Leader

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Trump Grows Frustrated With Putin, as Russian President Bonds With China’s Leader Leaders of China, Russia and North Korea gathered for a grand military parade in Beijing . President Trump praised the parade as “beautiful,” and “very, very impressive” The president’s comments came despite mounting frustration that his extraordinary summit with one of those leaders has yet to yield any concrete results . Read full story: Source