Zimbabwe Abolishes Death Penalty, 60 on Death Row to be Re-sentenced
Zimbabwe has abolished the death penalty, freeing approximately 60 prisoners on death row who will be re-sentenced; President Mnangagwa signed the Death Penalty Abolition Act into law on Tuesday, December 2023, following a parliamentary vote, despite concerns over a clause allowing for reinstatement...
Zimbabwe Abolishes Death Penalty, 60 on Death Row to be Re-sentenced
Zimbabwe has abolished the death penalty, freeing approximately 60 prisoners on death row who will be re-sentenced; President Mnangagwa signed the Death Penalty Abolition Act into law on Tuesday, December 2023, following a parliamentary vote, despite concerns over a clause allowing for reinstatement...
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Carter's 77-Year Marriage: A Political Partnership and a Life of Service
Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter's 77-year marriage, ending with her death in November 2023, was a unique political partnership that took them to the White House and beyond into a life of dedicated public service, marked by modesty in their post-presidency.
Carter's 77-Year Marriage: A Political Partnership and a Life of Service
Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter's 77-year marriage, ending with her death in November 2023, was a unique political partnership that took them to the White House and beyond into a life of dedicated public service, marked by modesty in their post-presidency.
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UK Weather in 2024: Contrasting Extremes Amidst Global Warming
In 2024, despite a globally record-breaking warm year, the UK experienced contrasting weather: record-breaking warmth in January and May, the second warmest February since 1884, but a summer cooler than average since 2015 and Storm Isha, the most significant windstorm since 2022, causing widespread ...
UK Weather in 2024: Contrasting Extremes Amidst Global Warming
In 2024, despite a globally record-breaking warm year, the UK experienced contrasting weather: record-breaking warmth in January and May, the second warmest February since 1884, but a summer cooler than average since 2015 and Storm Isha, the most significant windstorm since 2022, causing widespread ...
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Bloomberg Ranks Africa's Richest: Rupert Tops Dangote in 2024
The 2024 Bloomberg Billionaires Index ranks Johann Rupert of South Africa as Africa's wealthiest person with a net worth of $14.3 billion, followed by Aliko Dangote of Nigeria at $13.4 billion, highlighting the impact of global and regional economic factors on their fortunes.
Bloomberg Ranks Africa's Richest: Rupert Tops Dangote in 2024
The 2024 Bloomberg Billionaires Index ranks Johann Rupert of South Africa as Africa's wealthiest person with a net worth of $14.3 billion, followed by Aliko Dangote of Nigeria at $13.4 billion, highlighting the impact of global and regional economic factors on their fortunes.
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Welsh Rugby Legend Sir Gerald Davies Knighted
Welsh rugby legend Gerald Davies received a knighthood in the New Year Honours for services to rugby union and charity, alongside other Welsh recipients including a Paralympian, a doctor, and a St John Ambulance volunteer.
Welsh Rugby Legend Sir Gerald Davies Knighted
Welsh rugby legend Gerald Davies received a knighthood in the New Year Honours for services to rugby union and charity, alongside other Welsh recipients including a Paralympian, a doctor, and a St John Ambulance volunteer.
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40% Bias Score
Cancer Survivor's Unexpected Inspiration: A Research Project
While en route to a hospital for breast cancer treatment, a South African woman living in Leicester found inspiration in a Nelson Mandela park, spurring a four-year research project, "Named After Nelson," exploring the global impact of places named after the anti-apartheid revolutionary.
Cancer Survivor's Unexpected Inspiration: A Research Project
While en route to a hospital for breast cancer treatment, a South African woman living in Leicester found inspiration in a Nelson Mandela park, spurring a four-year research project, "Named After Nelson," exploring the global impact of places named after the anti-apartheid revolutionary.
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Sudan's Football Team Qualifies for Afcon Amidst Civil War
Despite Sudan's ongoing civil war, its national football team, guided by coach Kwesi Appiah, qualified for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, demonstrating the unifying power of sport amidst conflict and displacement; the team overcame playing home matches in neighboring countries and numerous personal...
Sudan's Football Team Qualifies for Afcon Amidst Civil War
Despite Sudan's ongoing civil war, its national football team, guided by coach Kwesi Appiah, qualified for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, demonstrating the unifying power of sport amidst conflict and displacement; the team overcame playing home matches in neighboring countries and numerous personal...
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Nine UK Special Forces Members Under Investigation for War Crimes
Nine UK special forces members face potential war crime prosecutions for two separate incidents in Syria, with one case involving eight individuals and another one, while a separate case involving a special forces member in Afghanistan is also under review by the Service Prosecuting Authority.
Nine UK Special Forces Members Under Investigation for War Crimes
Nine UK special forces members face potential war crime prosecutions for two separate incidents in Syria, with one case involving eight individuals and another one, while a separate case involving a special forces member in Afghanistan is also under review by the Service Prosecuting Authority.
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40% Bias Score
UK Ministers Debate Employment Rights for Eastern European Workers Post-EU Expansion
In 2004, UK ministers debated delaying employment rights for Eastern and Central European workers after EU expansion, with concerns about housing and potential social strain; however, the policy was maintained due to economic benefits, leading to a far higher influx of workers than initially predict...
UK Ministers Debate Employment Rights for Eastern European Workers Post-EU Expansion
In 2004, UK ministers debated delaying employment rights for Eastern and Central European workers after EU expansion, with concerns about housing and potential social strain; however, the policy was maintained due to economic benefits, leading to a far higher influx of workers than initially predict...
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Female Pop Stars Dominate UK Charts Amidst Industry Challenges
In 2024, female pop artists achieved a record-breaking 34 weeks at the top of the British singles chart, led by Sabrina Carpenter, while Taylor Swift's album "Tortured Poets Department" sold over 783,000 copies, highlighting both success and challenges for the UK music industry.
Female Pop Stars Dominate UK Charts Amidst Industry Challenges
In 2024, female pop artists achieved a record-breaking 34 weeks at the top of the British singles chart, led by Sabrina Carpenter, while Taylor Swift's album "Tortured Poets Department" sold over 783,000 copies, highlighting both success and challenges for the UK music industry.
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Argentine Journalist Jorge Lanata Dies at 64
Argentine journalist Jorge Lanata, known for his investigative reporting and provocative style, died on Monday at age 64 in Buenos Aires after a battle with pneumonia. His career included founding multiple media outlets and exposing government corruption.
Argentine Journalist Jorge Lanata Dies at 64
Argentine journalist Jorge Lanata, known for his investigative reporting and provocative style, died on Monday at age 64 in Buenos Aires after a battle with pneumonia. His career included founding multiple media outlets and exposing government corruption.
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Yorkshire Residents Honored in King's New Year Honours List
The 2024 King's New Year Honours List included several Yorkshire residents, recognizing their achievements in various fields, including horticulture (Alan Titchmarsh, CBE), cycling (Tom Pidcock, OBE and Katy Marchant, MBE), arts (Graham Ibbeson, OBE), and social justice advocacy (Julie Devey and Rut...
Yorkshire Residents Honored in King's New Year Honours List
The 2024 King's New Year Honours List included several Yorkshire residents, recognizing their achievements in various fields, including horticulture (Alan Titchmarsh, CBE), cycling (Tom Pidcock, OBE and Katy Marchant, MBE), arts (Graham Ibbeson, OBE), and social justice advocacy (Julie Devey and Rut...
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16% Bias Score