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US, Qatar, Turkey to join third day of Gaza peace talks in Egypt
US, Qatar, Turkey to join third day of Gaza peace talks in Egypt

Qatar's prime minister and senior delegates from the United States and Turkey will join Hamas and Israeli negotiators on Wednesday for a third day of talks aimed at ending the Gaza war.

October 08, 2025

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Gold tops $4,000 for first time as traders pile into safe haven
Gold tops $4,000 for first time as traders pile into safe haven

Gold prices broke $4,000 for the first time Wednesday as investors piled into the safe haven over expectations for US interest rate cuts and worries over the US government shutdown.

October 08, 2025

Indian garment exporters reel under US tariffs
Indian garment exporters reel under US tariffs

When Donald Trump was elected, Indian garment exporter R.K. Sivasubramaniam thought the new US president would boost business and invested heavily in anticipation of a boom.

October 08, 2025

NBA back in China after six-year absence sparked by democracy tweet
NBA back in China after six-year absence sparked by democracy tweet

The NBA returns to the lucrative China market this week with two pre-season games following a six-year absence after a team official tweeted his support for pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong.

October 08, 2025

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Dolly Parton's sister calls for fan prayers over health issues
Dolly Parton's sister calls for fan prayers over health issues

Dolly Parton's sister on Tuesday asked fans to pray for the American country singer, who has postponed several concerts due to health issues.

October 08, 2025

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UFC star McGregor suspended 18 months over missed drug tests
UFC star McGregor suspended 18 months over missed drug tests

Mixed martial arts star Conor McGregor has been issued an 18-month suspension after missing three drug tests in a 12-month period, anti-doping authorities said Tuesday.

October 07, 2025