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21.09 / 07:25
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Lawrence Bishnoi claims responsibility for killing of gangster Sukha Duneke in Canada
Lawrence Bishnoi on Thursday claimed responsibility for the killing of Arshdeep Dalla's close aide and Khalistani separatist Sukha Duneke in Canada, according to TOI. Punjab gangster-turned-terrorist Sukhdool Singh alias Sukha Duneke was allegedly killed by unidentified gunmen in Canada on Wednesday, intelligence sources said citing inputs coming in from Canada on Thursday morning. An official confirmation is yet awaited. Duneke, who belonged to Moga in Punjab, was a close associate of designated terrorist Arsh Dalla of the Khalistan Tiger Force.
21.09 / 07:25
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Spheres World Tour: What is Coldplay’s setlist? Check the songs they could play
Etihad Stadium and other venues earlier in the summer, the band is gearing up for more stadium shows, including a highly anticipated run of concerts in the United States. But what songs can you expect to hear on this tour? Let's take a closer look at Coldplay's setlist.UK Leg Coldplay kicked off their latest run of UK shows on May 31, treating fans to a series of unforgettable performances. The band played four shows at Manchester's Etihad Stadium, showcasing their musical prowess and charismatic stage presence. Here's a glimpse of the setlist from one of those memorable nights: Etihad Stadium, Manchester — June 3 Setlist:
21.09 / 06:47
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India suspends visa services in Canada citing ‘operational reasons’
India on Thursday suspended visa services in Canada citing ‘operational reasons’. The move comes amid the tension between India and Canada over the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
21.09 / 06:27
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UK borrowing in August 11.6 billion pounds - ONS
LONDON (Reuters) -Britain recorded a slightly larger-than-expected budget deficit in August, official data showed on Thursday, the fourth-highest August borrowing since records began in 1993.
21.09 / 06:13
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UK politicians don metaverse avatars as they share Web3 roadmap
A group of British politicians took to the metaverse to address global leaders in a 51-nation gathering on Sept. 20, setting out a vision for the United Kingdom’s blockchain and Web3 industries.
21.09 / 05:17
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Garena Free Fire Max redeem codes for Sept 21, 2023: Grab daily free rewards
Garena Free Fire Max redeem codes can be used to win in-game items like weapons, diamonds, skins and more. These 12 digit alphanumeric codes consist of capital letters and numbers. For those unaware, Garena Free Fire Max is a revamped version of Garena Free Fire.
21.09 / 04:53
21.09 / 04:09
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QS releases its first-ever European university rankings: Here are the top 10 schools
These rankings cover 12 categories, notably introducing the category of 'International student diversity,' a measure that goes beyond simply assessing the proportion of international students, taking into account the number of nationalities they represent, providing a more accurate reflection of diversity. The United Kingdom led the pack, with the most represented universities on this list, accounting for 15.5% of the institutions, followed by Türkiye at 10.6%, Germany at 7.8%, Italy at 7.5%, France at 7.2%, Spain at 6.4%, Poland at 4.8%, and Ukraine at 4.8%. 106 European universities that have not previously been ranked have been added this year, signaling the evolving landscape of higher education. These institutions hail from North Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, and Albania. Topping the charts in the QS World University Rankings: Europe 2024 is the University of Oxford, leading seven UK institutions in the top 10. Alongside the University of Oxford, the University of Cambridge and Imperial College London have secured a perfect score of 100 points in categories such as 'Academic reputation,' 'Employer reputation,' and 'International Research Network.' This underscores the UK's robust higher education system, renowned for its exceptional teaching and research standards. Additionally, some universities within the top 10 have over 10% of their student population from international backgrounds, highlighting the UK's appeal to global students.
21.09 / 03:57
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Nijjar killing row: ‘It's a safe country’, Canada rejects India's travel warning
traveling to Canada. “Canada is a safe country", said Canadian public safety minister Dominic Leblanc as quoted by Reuters. The Ministry of External Affairs, in an official statement, said, “In view of growing anti-India activities and politically condoned hate crimes and criminal violence in Canada, all Indian nationals there and those contemplating travel are urged to exercise utmost caution." “Recently, threats have particularly targeted Indian diplomats and sections of the Indian community who oppose the anti-India agenda.
21.09 / 03:11
21.09 / 02:41
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Gold prices dip as US Fed hardens hawkish policy stance
Gold prices retreated on Thursday as the U.S. dollar and bond yields powered higher after the Federal Reserve signalled another rate hike this year and a tighter monetary policy through 2024 than previously expected. FUNDAMENTALS * Spot gold slid 0.3% to $1,924.68 per ounce by 0059 GMT, while U.S.
21.09 / 02:41
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Oil prices fall ahead of more central bank steers on interest rates
Oil prices fell in early Asian trade on Thursday after falling by the most in a month in the previous session on U.S. interest rate hike expectations, and ahead of a steer from other central banks on their rate outlooks. Brent futures for November delivery fell 44 cents, or 0.5%, to $89.18 a barrel by 0010 GMT.
21.09 / 02:09
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Abertis lines up bankers for EastLink tilt after Transurban knock back
Bad news on Thursday morning for the fifty-strong team advising Transurban on its pursuit of Melbourne’s EastLink toll road, after the competition regulator said it would oppose any acquisition.
21.09 / 01:43
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SEC expands rule to ensure fund portfolios match their names
The SEC voted Wednesday to expand the scope of a rule meant to ensure investment funds’ portfolios match the strategies suggested by their names, but the changes aren’t as restrictive about the use of environmental, social and governance factors as those the agency initially proposed.
21.09 / 01:13
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UK leader Rishi Sunak signals plan to backtrack on some climate goals
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is preparing to water down some of Britain’s environmental commitments, saying the country must fight climate change without penalizing workers and consumers
21.09 / 00:59
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Record $307 Trillion Global Debt Puts World Economy on Alert
In the first half of 2023, global debt increased by $10 trillion, reigniting concerns about its impact on the world economy and the potential for a financial crisis, according to data released by the Institute of International Finance (IIF) on Tuesday.
21.09 / 00:15
20.09 / 23:29
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Airbnb says it's cracking down on fake listings and has removed 59,000 this year
Airbnb says it's cracking down on fake listings, which are emerging as a major problem for customers of the short-term rental site
20.09 / 23:29
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A new London exhibition highlights the untold stories of Black British fashion designers
A new exhibition is opening in London to chart for the first time the contributions Black British culture made to U.K. fashion and design history and to celebrate Black designers who haven't received public recognition
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