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French prosecutors seek suspended jail terms in Brigitte Macron cyberbullying case
At least 18 suspects killed in Rio anti-drug raid: governor
At least 18 suspects killed in Rio anti-drug raid: governor

At least 18 suspects and some police officers were killed Tuesday during a massive anti-drug raid in Rio de Janeiro, Brazilian authorities said, as prolonged gun battles erupted and demolition vehicles destroyed street barricades.

October 28, 2025

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Wales captain Morgan proclaims love for Ospreys amid club turmoil
Wales captain Morgan proclaims love for Ospreys amid club turmoil

Wales captain Jac Morgan declared his love for the Ospreys on Tuesday after his regional side was left with an uncertain future by a Welsh Rugby Union plan to cut one of their four professional teams.

October 28, 2025

Monster Hurricane Melissa makes landfall in Jamaica
Monster Hurricane Melissa makes landfall in Jamaica

Ferocious winds and torrential rain tore into Jamaica Tuesday as Hurricane Melissa made landfall, the worst storm ever to strike the island nation and one of the most powerful hurricanes on record.

October 28, 2025

US kills 14 in strikes on alleged Pacific drug boats
US kills 14 in strikes on alleged Pacific drug boats

US forces killed 14 people in strikes that destroyed four alleged drug-smuggling boats in the eastern Pacific Ocean, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday, bringing the death toll from Washington's anti-narcotics campaign to at least 57.

October 28, 2025

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Prop forward Porthen to make South Africa debut against Japan
Prop forward Porthen to make South Africa debut against Japan

Zachary Porthen will make his South Africa debut against Japan at Wembley on Saturday after being named in the starting side by coach Rassie Erasmus.

October 28, 2025

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Historically strong Hurricane Melissa nears landfall in Jamaica
Historically strong Hurricane Melissa nears landfall in Jamaica

Rising floodwater and extreme winds hit Jamaica Tuesday as the Caribbean island braced for imminent landfall of Hurricane Melissa and officials pleaded with residents to take shelter.

October 28, 2025