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Texas Flooding Death Toll Soars as Camp Mystic Tragedy Stuns State

Texas Flooding Death Toll Soars as Camp Mystic Tragedy Stuns State

Flash floods in Texas have killed over 100, with 27 deaths at Camp Mystic in Kerr County. Torrential rain caused the Guadalupe River to surge, overwhelming the all-girls Christian camp. Ten campers and a counselor are still missing amid ongoing search efforts.

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Amnesty International Flags Human Rights Risks in Kenya’s Finance Bill 2025

Amnesty International Flags Human Rights Risks in Kenya’s Finance Bill 2025

Amnesty International Kenya warns that changes proposed in the Finance Bill 2025 could threaten homeowner protections and deepen inequality. They urge Parliament to keep human rights at the center of tax policy, boost transparency, and ensure technology and skills transfer benefits locals.

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Al-Waleed bin Talal Returns to Public Life, Reclaims Status as Richest Arab

Al-Waleed bin Talal Returns to Public Life, Reclaims Status as Richest Arab

Saudi billionaire Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal is back in the spotlight, drawing both applause and curiosity after a period out of the public eye. Now credited as the world's richest Arab, the investor's reappearance is making waves in international business circles.

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Microsoft Adds Grok AI Models to Azure, Pushing Boundaries of AI Ecosystem and Stirring Debate

Microsoft Adds Grok AI Models to Azure, Pushing Boundaries of AI Ecosystem and Stirring Debate

Microsoft has introduced Elon Musk's Grok 3 and Grok 3 Mini models to Azure AI Foundry, providing enterprise users with advanced AI features and improved security. This move broadens Azure's AI offerings but also raises questions due to past Grok model controversies, highlighting Microsoft's open approach and shifting partnerships in the competitive AI landscape.

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Mpox Cases Surge: What You Should Know About the Latest Global Outbreaks and WHO Response

Mpox Cases Surge: What You Should Know About the Latest Global Outbreaks and WHO Response

Mpox, a viral illness once called monkeypox, has caused global outbreaks with surging cases in the DRC and neighboring countries. Symptoms can be severe, and the WHO has flagged the issue as a public health emergency, urging vaccination and preventative measures.

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Derry City Outclasses Shelbourne With 2-0 Victory Amid Managerial Shift

Derry City Outclasses Shelbourne With 2-0 Victory Amid Managerial Shift

Derry City grabbed a vital 2-0 win over Shelbourne, showing off new tactical strengths and solid defense under recent management changes. The result boosts their league hopes and reflects the impact of new signings and strategy.

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Kenya Power Schedules Major 8-Hour Outages Across Six Counties for Maintenance on April 24

Kenya Power Schedules Major 8-Hour Outages Across Six Counties for Maintenance on April 24

Kenya Power plans to cut power for up to eight hours in six counties—including Nairobi and Kisii—on April 24, 2025, as crews tackle regular line upgrades and respond to construction work. The move affects markets, schools, and other key areas as the utility promises more reliable service in return.

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Skechers Strikes $9.4 Billion Buyout with 3G Capital, Stock Jumps 25%

Skechers Strikes $9.4 Billion Buyout with 3G Capital, Stock Jumps 25%

Skechers is going private in a $9.4 billion deal with 3G Capital, giving shareholders a big premium and boosting its stock by 25%. The leadership team will stay put as uncertainty over global trade remains. Skechers continues to rely on Asian imports and earns most of its revenue abroad.

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Shadman Islam Century and Taijul's Six-for Put Bangladesh in Control Against Zimbabwe in 2nd Test

Shadman Islam Century and Taijul's Six-for Put Bangladesh in Control Against Zimbabwe in 2nd Test

Bangladesh took control of the 2nd Test against Zimbabwe in Chattogram thanks to Shadman Islam’s gritty century and Taijul Islam’s six-wicket haul. After Zimbabwe’s early stand crumbled, the hosts built a first-innings lead, with Mehidy Hasan and Taijul staying unbeaten at stumps.

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Real Betis vs Barcelona: Prediction, Odds, and Betting Breakdown for La Liga Clash on December 7, 2024

Real Betis vs Barcelona: Prediction, Odds, and Betting Breakdown for La Liga Clash on December 7, 2024

Barcelona, leading La Liga, faces 10th-placed Real Betis on December 7, 2024. With strong offensive stats and top scorer Robert Lewandowski, Barca is seen as the favorite. Odds suggest high scoring, with over 2.5 goals likely, while Betis aims to upset the predictions at home.

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Udinese vs Torino: Serie A Prediction, Lineups, and Top Betting Tips for December 29, 2024

Udinese vs Torino: Serie A Prediction, Lineups, and Top Betting Tips for December 29, 2024

Udinese takes on Torino in a battle of mid-table sides on December 29, 2024. Both are safe from relegation but current form is shaky: Udinese lost five straight, Torino slipped after a decent run. History points to a tight affair, with recent matches often low scoring and favoring Torino. Expect a closely fought game with few goals.

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Cagliari vs Fiorentina: Serie A Showdown at Unipol Domus Promises High Stakes

Cagliari vs Fiorentina: Serie A Showdown at Unipol Domus Promises High Stakes

Cagliari hosts Fiorentina in a critical Serie A clash on April 21, 2025, at Unipol Domus, with both teams hungry for points. Fiorentina boasts the recent head-to-head advantage, but Cagliari looks to turn the tide in front of home fans. Detailed stats and live analytics will track every key moment.

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