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Spanish Church sexual abuse affected 200,000 children, commission finds
By Kathryn Armstrong BBC News More than 200,000 children are estimated to have suffered sexual abuse from Spain’s Catholic clergy, an independent commission has found. The details emerged from an unprecedented public investigation by Spain’s ombudsman, who spoke of the “devastating impact” on victims. Angel Gabilondo also criticised the Church for its inaction and attempts…
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Maine shooting manhunt: River trawled in search for suspect
By Holly Honderich & Phil McCausland in Lewiston and Washington Police are searching a river as they hunt the suspect in a mass shooting at a restaurant and bowling alley in Maine on Wednesday. Divers, helicopters and shoreline patrols will scour the Androscoggin River, Maine Safety Commissioner Mike Sauschuk said. He emphasised the hunt for…
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Israel’s Crisis: A Government in Disarray Amidst Hamas Attacks and Public Outcry
In the aftermath of a series of devastating Hamas attacks on Israeli farming towns, the fury of the Israeli people is palpable. More than two weeks have passed, yet the chaotic recovery efforts orchestrated by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government have been far from satisfactory. The failure to prevent the attacks is one thing, but…
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Challenges Ahead for Ford as Earnings Miss Estimates and EV Plans Stumble
The Ford Motor Company is facing rough waters as its stock plummeted by 9% following the release of its third-quarter earnings report. The results revealed that Ford’s revenue and profit both fell short of analysts’ estimates, a consequence of lost production due to the United Auto Workers’ strike and declining demand for electric vehicles (EVs).…
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A Fraught Face-Off: Michael Cohen Testifies Against Donald Trump in Fraud Trial
In a significant courtroom face-off, Michael Cohen, once a close confidant of Donald Trump, provided pivotal testimony against the former President in a fraud trial. Cohen alleged that Trump instructed him to inflate the value of the former President’s assets to a number arbitrarily decided by Trump. In response, Trump’s legal team sought to discredit…
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Gaza before and after: Satellite images show destruction
By The Visual Journalism Team BBC News New satellite images of Gaza show the extent of the destruction caused by Israel’s intense aerial bombardment of the territory over the past three weeks. The pictures, released by Maxar Technologies, compare detailed images captured from space earlier this week with images from before the recent conflict began.…
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Watch: Explosions seen as Gaza in darkness
Large explosions can be seen rocking parts of the Gaza Strip. The Israeli military says it has increased attacks in Gaza, adding that “ground forces are expanding the ground activity this evening”. Hamas has been quoted by the AFP news agency saying it has fired rockets at Israel in response to strikes.
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The Daily Wire Expands Into Kid’s Entertainment with Live-Action Snow White Starring Brett Cooper
The Daily Wire, a prominent conservative media company, has recently unveiled its latest venture into kid’s entertainment by announcing a live-action adaptation of the iconic Brothers Grimm fairytale, Snow White. Titled “Snow White And The Evil Queen,” the movie is set to be the flagship feature-length production for the company’s new kid’s entertainment platform, Bentkey.…
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The Downfall of Victoria’s Secret: Gen Z’s Disappointment with “The Tour ’23”
To regain its lost glory and reconnect with a younger audience, Victoria’s Secret recently premiered “Victoria’s Secret: The Tour ’23” on Prime Video. The documentary was meant to be a reimagined version of the brand’s iconic fashion show, featuring the biggest stars, influencers, and models in a celebration of creativity from around the world. “In…
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Diva’s Legacy: Greece Opens Maria Callas Museum in Athens
In celebration of what would have been the 100th birthday of the legendary opera soprano Maria Callas, Greece has unveiled a museum in Athens dedicated to preserving and showcasing the life and career of the influential singer. Nestled in a three-story neoclassical building, the Maria Callas Museum provides visitors with an intimate glimpse into the…