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Thousands of people gathered on the National Mall for a daylong prayer rally, an event backed by the White House. The rally, billed as "One Nation Under God," featured prayers, music, and speeches from various religious leaders. Critics have denounced…

The United Arab Emirates has accused Iran or its proxies of being behind a drone strike that sparked a fire near the Barakah nuclear power plant. The incident occurred on Saturday, with the UAE denouncing it as a "dangerous escalation".…

The World Health Organization has declared the current Ebola outbreak a global health emergency. Ebola is a severe and often fatal viral disease that causes hemorrhagic fever, with symptoms including fever, vomiting, and bleeding. The current outbreak is centered in…

US President Donald Trump has launched a public attack on Republican congressman Thomas Massie, urging voters to "vote the bum out" in the upcoming primary election. Massie, who represents Kentucky's 4th congressional district, is facing a close race against Trump-endorsed…

The UK's relationship with the EU remains a contentious issue, with Labour leadership contenders weighing in on the topic. Wes Streeting has described Brexit as a 'catastrophic mistake', while Andy Burnham sees a 'long-term case' for rejoining the EU. The…

London police arrested 43 people during a 'Unite the Kingdom' rally and a pro-Palestine march on Saturday. The 'Unite the Kingdom' rally was organized by Tommy Robinson, a far-right activist. Robinson has been a prominent figure in UK far-right politics,…

Ruth Daniels argues that sport and physical activity should be a core part of school life, citing the long-term benefits of establishing healthy habits from a young age. Research has shown that children who engage in regular physical activity are…

Nigel Farage has received a £5m gift, prompting a letter writer to claim they deserve a share. The writer's reasoning is not explicitly stated in the available information. Nigel Farage is a British politician and former leader of the UK…

Actor Adam Driver has declined to comment on allegations made by Lena Dunham about his on-set behaviour during the filming of Girls. Dunham, the creator of the HBO series, made the claims in a recent interview. Driver, speaking at the…

Paul Seed, a veteran stage actor, has passed away. Seed's early interest in acting was evident during his time at Manchester grammar school, where he actively participated in the dramatic society. He took on leading roles in various productions, showcasing…

The University of Cambridge is facing pressure to abandon plans to train Saudi Arabian defence ministry staff. Families of jailed Saudi scholars, who face the death penalty, are among those opposing the proposal. The scholars were arrested and sentenced for…

Tom Steyer, a billionaire and former presidential candidate, is running for governor of California on a "tax-the-rich" platform. Steyer's campaign focuses on affordability, aiming to address issues such as housing costs and access to healthcare. His candidacy has sparked interest…

Melbourne have demonstrated their potential as a serious football team with a convincing win over Hawthorn. The team's performance was impressive across all facets of the game. This victory is not an isolated incident, but rather a testament to the…

Australian health experts are warning that big tobacco companies are using concerns about the illicit market to undermine public health gains. The coalition of health organisations says cigarettes kill 66 Australians every day. Philip Morris, a major tobacco company, recently…