The movie "Wicked: For Good" has finally shown fans the new actor playing Dorothy, whose face was kept hidden in the films. Bethany Weaver, a newcomer, plays Dorothy, and recently shared behind-the-scenes photos on Instagram. The director, Jon M. Chu, said he kept Dorothy's face hidden to preserve viewers' personal visions of the character.
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"Wicked: For Good" is the latest film in the "Wicked" series.
The character Dorothy is played by Bethany Weaver, in her first screen acting role.
The director, Jon M. Chu, chose to keep Dorothy's face hidden in the movies.
Viewers are only shown flashes of Dorothy’s silhouette and profile.
Bethany Weaver revealed her role as Dorothy through Instagram photos.
Weaver expressed gratitude for joining the legacy of previous Dorothy actresses.
Fans reacted positively online to see who played Dorothy in the film.
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In Guinea-Bissau's presidential election, both incumbent Umaro Sissoco Embalo and challenger Fernando Dias declared victory before official results came out. Both claimed to have received over 50% of the votes, suggesting a win without the need for a run-off. The National Electoral Commission has not yet released provisional results.
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Both Embalo and Dias declared they won more than 50% of the votes in the presidential election.
No official election results have been announced yet by the National Electoral Commission.
The election had a voter turnout of over 65%.
The election featured 12 candidates.
Dias was supported by the African Party for the Independence of Guinea and Cape Verde (PAIGC) but could not officially represent them.
Embalo is seeking to be re-elected for a second term and previously served as Prime Minister.
Guinea-Bissau has seen multiple coups in the past and remains a low-income country with significant poverty.
International observers from organizations like ECOWAS and the African Union monitored the election.
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Tanzania has called off its planned independence day celebrations due to unrest following recent elections. Instead, the funds will be used to repair infrastructure damaged during election-related violence. President Samia Suluhu Hassan won the election, which opposition parties have described as unfair.
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Tanzania's Prime Minister announced the cancellation of independence day celebrations.
The funds saved will be used for repairing infrastructure damaged during election unrest.
The opposition claims hundreds died in a government crackdown after the disputed election.
President Samia Suluhu Hassan won the election with 98% of the vote.
Main opposition leaders were unable to participate in the election.
An internet blackout occurred for five days during and after the election.
The government has set up a commission to investigate the post-election events.
At least 240 people faced treason charges after the protests, but many have been released.
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A mother in Florida experienced a frightening situation when her 2-year-old son, Ethan, suddenly had trouble breathing due to croup, a viral illness that affects the airway. After a quick trip to the emergency room, doctors treated Ethan, and he recovered well. The incident gained attention online as the mother shared her experience on TikTok, prompting many parents to share similar stories.
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Ethan, a 2-year-old boy in Florida, developed breathing problems two hours after being put to bed.
His parents initially thought he had an allergic reaction but doctors diagnosed him with croup.
Croup is a viral illness that causes swelling and narrowing of the airway in children.
Symptoms of croup include a barking cough, stridor (high-pitched breathing), and fever.
Ethan was treated with ibuprofen, steroids, and a breathing treatment, improving within 20 minutes.
Tests for common viruses like COVID-19 and the flu were negative.
Ethan recovered quickly and was back to his usual self by the third day.
The mother shared the incident on TikTok, which received 2.3 million views, sparking many parents to share their own croup experiences.
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Authorities in Paris have arrested four more people in connection with the theft of jewels valued at $102 million from the Louvre Museum. The jewels, which include historic items connected to French royalty, have not yet been found.
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Four more suspects, two men and two women, were arrested related to the Louvre jewel heist.
The arrested individuals are aged between 31 and 40 and are from the Paris region.
The heist at the Louvre Museum occurred on October 19 and involved $102 million worth of jewels.
Stolen items include a necklace given by Napoleon and jewels linked to French royalty, like Empress Marie-Louise.
Earlier arrests have been made as part of the investigation, with charges filed against three men and one woman.
The stolen jewels have not been recovered yet.
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The cofounder of Palestine Action, Huda Ammori, is legally challenging the group's designation as a "terrorist" organization. The legal challenge is taking place in London's High Court, with the aim of overturning the ban. The group was banned following actions that included breaking into military and defense sites in the UK.
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Palestine Action's cofounder, Huda Ammori, is challenging the group's ban in London’s High Court.
The ban labeled Palestine Action as a “terrorist” group.
The challenge follows a Court of Appeal finding that the ban might interfere with free speech and protest rights.
Since the group was banned in July, over 2,000 arrests have occurred, mostly related to supporting Palestine Action.
The UK government banned the group after actions like breaking into a military base and damaging defense equipment.
Supporting or being a member of the group is currently a criminal offense, with penalties up to 14 years in prison.
This case is notable as it's the first time a proscribed group's legitimacy is being judicially reviewed in the UK.
Critics argue the UK's terrorism law is too vague, encompassing non-violent acts as terrorism.
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In the UK, protesters have been arrested for displaying signs that show support for Palestine Action, a group facing a legal challenge against a ban by the UK government.
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Protesters in the UK have been detained for showing signs supporting Palestine Action.
The signs read, "I oppose genocide, I support Palestine Action."
Palestine Action is preparing for a significant legal challenge.
The UK government has decided to ban Palestine Action.
The legal challenge aims to contest the government's decision.
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China launched an emergency space mission to send a spacecraft to its space station. The unmanned Shenzhou-22 brought supplies for astronauts who were left without a return vehicle due to previous capsule damage. The spacecraft arrived safely at the Tiangong space station a few hours after launch.
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China launched the Shenzhou-22 spacecraft from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center.
The mission was to deliver supplies to astronauts stranded at China’s Tiangong space station.
The Shenzhou-22 is an unmanned spacecraft.
It arrived at the space station about three-and-a-half hours after launch.
The astronauts were left without a return spacecraft after using their capsule to bring another crew back to Earth.
The previous spacecraft, Shenzhou-20, was damaged by suspected space debris, causing delays in crew return.
China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) confirmed the success of the emergency mission.
Shenzhou-22 carried food, medical supplies, and parts to repair the damaged Shenzhou-20 capsule windows.
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Mediha, a young Yazidi girl, survived four years of being held captive by ISIL. Now, she is using video diaries to share her story and is taking legal steps to seek justice. Her rescuers are trying to find her missing family members who may be in Syria and Turkiye.
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Mediha is a teenage Yazidi girl from Iraq.
She was abducted and enslaved by ISIL for four years.
Mediha uses video diaries to talk about her experiences.
She is taking legal action to hold her captors accountable.
Rescuers are searching for her missing mother and brother in Syria and Turkiye.
The story is part of a documentary by Hasan Oswald.
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A dog named Paddington, who was once a stray, caught attention on TikTok for trying to pack himself in his owner's suitcase as she prepared for a trip. Paddington, a mixed breed who resembles a Maltese, has become part of a loving family along with another dog named Daisy. The owner shared the video on TikTok, which received a warm reaction from viewers, though she couldn't take Paddington on her trip to Tokyo.
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Paddington is a mixed breed dog who was once a stray.
The dog now lives with his owner and another dog named Daisy.
Paddington tried to pack himself in his owner's suitcase when she was preparing for a vacation.
The video of Paddington doing this was shared on TikTok, gaining over 82,000 views.
Paddington has a TikTok account dedicated to his adventures with Daisy.
The owner explained that Paddington learned to sit in suitcases from another dog, Huey, who passed away earlier this year.
Paddington's owner couldn't take him on her trip to Tokyo but plans a road trip to California with her dogs instead.
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China launched an uncrewed spacecraft, Shenzhou-22, to provide a way home for three astronauts on the Tiangong space station. This action came after their original return vehicle, Shenzhou-20, was damaged by debris and deemed unsafe.
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China launched the Shenzhou-22 spacecraft to the Tiangong space station.
The mission's goal is to provide a safe return for astronauts stranded in space.
The launch happened because debris damaged Shenzhou-20, their original return vehicle.
Three astronauts, or "taikonauts," were left without a safe way back to Earth.
The Shenzhou-22 mission was moved up from its original 2026 schedule.
The astronauts on the space station are Zhang Lu, Wu Fei, and Zhang Hongzhang.
China aims to send astronauts to the moon by the year 2030.
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The World Food Programme (WFP) has reported that northern Nigeria is facing severe hunger due to armed attacks, instability, and cuts in aid. Nearly 35 million people may experience severe food insecurity between May and September 2026, with Borno State particularly affected by famine-like conditions. The situation worsens as funding challenges hinder relief efforts.
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Almost 35 million people in northern Nigeria are expected to face severe food shortages from May to September 2026.
This is the highest level of food insecurity recorded by the WFP in Nigeria.
Borno State is facing the most severe conditions, with 15,000 people potentially experiencing famine-like hunger.
Malnutrition is notably high among children in Borno, Sokoto, Yobe, and Zamfara states.
About six million people in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe states lack basic food supplies.
The region suffers from violence by armed insurgents, particularly in Borno, and armed gangs elsewhere.
Recent kidnappings in Niger, Kebbi, and Kwara states have added to the instability.
Aid for food and nutrition has been reduced, impacting over 300,000 children, partly due to reduced funding from the United States.
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The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued warnings to civilian pilots about flying over Venezuelan airspace due to security concerns. Several international airlines have suspended flights to Venezuela amid rising tensions related to U.S. military activities and political issues in the region. The FAA notice will remain in effect until February 2026.
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The FAA issued a Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) and warnings for Venezuelan airspace.
There are concerns about navigation system disruptions for aircraft flying over this area.
The U.S. is increasing its military presence as part of an anti-drug campaign targeting Venezuela.
Six airlines have stopped flights to Venezuela, including carriers from Spain, Portugal, Chile, Colombia, Brazil, and Trinidad & Tobago.
Turkish Airlines paused flights from Istanbul to Caracas from November 24 to 28.
U.S. airlines have not flown to Venezuela since 2019 due to political instability.
Venezuelan authorities demand airlines resume flights within 48 hours or risk losing permits.
The FAA warning requires U.S. operators to notify 72 hours in advance before flying through Venezuelan airspace, in place until February 2026.
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The top U.S. military officer visited Puerto Rico as the U.S. Navy continues a significant deployment in the Caribbean. The deployment focuses on alleged anti-drug operations, increasing tensions with Venezuela. The U.S. has also labeled a Venezuelan group as a foreign terrorist organization.
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The U.S. military's top officer, Dan Caine, visited Puerto Rico and a Navy warship.
The visit is part of a large U.S. naval presence in the Caribbean, the largest in decades.
The operation is related to anti-drug activities, with the U.S. attacking boats suspected of drug trafficking, though no evidence has been shown.
President Trump is considering more actions against Venezuela and plans to speak with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.
Approximately 15,000 U.S. military personnel are currently in the Caribbean.
Joint military exercises with Trinidad and Tobago aim to tackle drug trafficking and violent crime.
The U.S. has labeled a Venezuelan network, the Cartel de los Soles, as a foreign terrorist organization.
Venezuela criticized the terrorist designation as baseless, lacking evidence for the claims.
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HouseFresh, an interior design company, imagined how the Oval Office might look if decorated with furniture from six popular U.S. retailers: IKEA, Pottery Barn, Urban Outfitters, CB2, Anthropologie, and Restoration Hardware. They created digital images to show these different styles and how each brand's furniture could transform the presidential office. The project provides an interesting take on presidential office décor using everyday brands.
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HouseFresh explored redesigns of the Oval Office using furniture from six U.S. brands.
The brands involved were IKEA, Pottery Barn, Urban Outfitters, CB2, Anthropologie, and Restoration Hardware.
IKEA's version focused on simplicity with Scandinavian design, costing $4,524.
Pottery Barn offered a rustic Americana style with a total cost of $26,694.
Urban Outfitters provided a bold and colorful option priced at $12,568.
CB2’s design had a high-design feel, with costs running up to $18,022.
Anthropologie featured a bohemian style, totaling $25,016.
Restoration Hardware's version was the priciest at $74,234 with a modern, gray palette.
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Authorities in Russia have accused a criminal group of forcing homeless people to sign up to fight in the Ukraine war, taking their payments. The gang targeted people in the Chelyabinsk and Sverdlovsk regions, giving them housing and controlling their finances through power of attorney.
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A criminal gang in Russia is accused of exploiting homeless people.
The gang offered temporary housing to the individuals.
They forced the recruits to sign military contracts.
The recruits had to give the gang power of attorney and access to their bank accounts.
Women in the gang reportedly married recruits to collect compensation payments.
Russian authorities have charged seven people in connection with this scam.
Investigators found evidence including vehicles, phones, and bank cards.
This is one of several fraud cases linked to the war in Ukraine.
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A rescue dog named Roxy was returned to a shelter in Rhode Island six years after being adopted because her owner passed away. Roxy was originally adopted as a puppy in Georgia. She is now in a foster home while waiting for a permanent family.
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Roxy is a rescue dog returned to a shelter after her owner's death.
She first entered a shelter in Georgia as a puppy and was quickly adopted.
The Hotel for Homeless Dogs in Rhode Island is the shelter housing her now.
Dogs may not fully understand death, but they feel changes and loss.
Roxy has been placed in a foster home to help her adjust.
Shelter staff describe Roxy as sweet, social, and good with people and dogs.
The shelter aims to find Roxy a permanent home where she will receive love and attention.
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A 16-year-old boy in Sheffield, England, is in critical condition after getting shot on London Road. Police have closed the road for investigation and are asking the community for any information that could help solve the case.
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A 16-year-old boy was shot on London Road in Sheffield.
The incident happened at around 17:15 GMT on Monday.
The boy is in a "life-threatening" condition.
Police closed a section of London Road between Sitwell Place and Crowther Place for investigations.
Extra police patrols will be in the area in the coming days.
Detective Chief Inspector Emma Knight is leading the investigation.
Police are seeking information from the public to assist in the investigation.
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In the UK, there is a focus on stopping visa misuse as more international students apply for asylum after their studies. New immigration proposals suggest extending the time immigrants must wait to settle permanently. This is part of broader efforts to control immigration, amidst trade relations with India.
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UK's Indo-Pacific Minister, Seema Malhotra, addressed a rise in foreign students applying for asylum in the UK.
Proposed immigration changes will extend the qualifying period for indefinite leave to remain from five to 10 years.
Approximately 2.6 million people who arrived in the UK since 2021 will be affected by these changes.
In the last year, 16,000 international students sought asylum in the UK.
There have been 14,800 student asylum applications in the first half of the current year.
India is a major source of international students for the UK, making up 25% of arrivals in 2023-2024.
Tougher immigration rules have contributed to an 11% drop in Indian students going to the UK.
A recently signed free trade agreement between the UK and India aims to boost economic relations and allows UK universities to set up campuses in India.
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A new report has identified thousands of species in Wales at risk of extinction. The study highlights species like the high brown fritillary butterfly and Snowdon leaf beetle that could disappear due to habitat loss and climate change. Conservation efforts, including simple, low-cost measures, are being recommended to prevent more species from going extinct.
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The report is the first of its kind in the UK and focuses on species in Wales.
It found that 3,000 species exist in only five places or fewer, making them vulnerable.
Eleven species have already become extinct in Wales since the year 2000.
The high brown fritillary butterfly and Snowdon leaf beetle are among endangered species.
Simple actions like changing grazing methods and how grass is cut can help conservation efforts.
Conservation areas like nature reserves are crucial for protecting at-risk species.
Newborough Warren in Anglesey is home to 130 species at risk.
There are ongoing projects like using ponies to graze to improve these environments.
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