Zimbabwe's ruling party, ZANU-PF, plans to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term by two years, possibly keeping him in office until 2030. This proposal, which requires amending the Constitution, has been endorsed by party delegates but faces internal opposition and legal challenges.
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ZANU-PF wants to extend President Mnangagwa's term by two years.
The extension would require changes to Zimbabwe's Constitution.
The proposal was supported at a party conference in Mutare.
Mnangagwa is currently supposed to leave office in 2028 after two terms.
Some party members and legal experts expect a legal challenge to the amendment.
Vice President Constantino Chiwenga and his allies oppose the extension.
Opposition figures warn against constitutional changes and predict legal resistance.
Recent protests against Mnangagwa have led to arrests amid heavy police presence.
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Prince Andrew lost his Duke of York title due to connections with Jeffrey Epstein, affecting his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson and their daughters, Beatrice and Eugenie. Sarah Ferguson, once known as the Duchess of York, now uses her maiden name. Beatrice and Eugenie still retain their princess titles.
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Prince Andrew lost his Duke of York title over links with Jeffrey Epstein.
Sarah Ferguson, his ex-wife, no longer holds the title "Duchess of York".
Ferguson will now be known by her maiden name, Sarah Ferguson.
Beatrice and Eugenie continue to be known as princesses.
Their titles and positions in the royal succession remain unchanged.
Sarah Ferguson's charity work and business ventures may be more impacted by her own past links to Epstein.
Prince Andrew remains eighth in line to the British throne, with his daughters following in succession.
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Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire following peace talks in Doha, Qatar. The discussions involved Afghan and Pakistani defense ministers and were mediated by Qatar and Turkey. The ceasefire began as a temporary measure earlier in the week and will continue with plans for additional meetings to ensure its effectiveness.
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Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to an immediate ceasefire.
Peace talks took place in Doha, Qatar.
Representatives from both countries included Afghan Defense Minister Mullah Muhammad Yaqoob and Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif.
Qatar and Turkey mediated the discussions.
The ceasefire extends a temporary ceasefire that started on Wednesday.
The agreement includes follow-up meetings to ensure the ceasefire is maintained.
Qatar's foreign ministry announced the ceasefire agreement.
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Chris Smalls, a U.S. labor organizer, discussed the role of labor unions in addressing international issues like the conflict in Gaza. He spoke about the power of grassroots movements in holding governments and corporations accountable. Smalls also called for U.S. labor unions to take action similar to workers overseas.
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Chris Smalls is a U.S. labor organizer known for cofounding Amazon’s first U.S. labor union.
He appeared on a show called Upfront to discuss labor and international issues.
Smalls criticizes the U.S. involvement in the conflict in Gaza.
He believes labor unions can influence foreign policies by taking collective actions.
He suggests that if U.S. dock workers acted like those abroad, it could impact the situation in Gaza.
The discussion connects labor rights with broader global social justice efforts.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that the Rafah crossing between Egypt and Gaza will stay closed indefinitely, blocking aid and supplies. This decision comes after a peace plan agreement brokered by President Donald Trump, amid reports of ceasefire violations by both Israel and Hamas. The closure impacts the delivery of essential supplies to Gaza, affecting many Palestinians.
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The Rafah crossing connects Egypt and Gaza, and its closure affects aid delivery.
Netanyahu announced the crossing will stay closed "until further notice."
This decision follows a peace plan agreed upon by Israel and Hamas, helped by President Trump.
Both sides have accused each other of breaking the ceasefire deal.
The closure stops trucks with food and medical supplies from entering Gaza.
Since October 2023, over 2 million people in Gaza have been displaced due to conflict.
Israel has faced criticism for using aid control as a leverage tactic.
The U.N. reports severe famine conditions in parts of Gaza.
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The U.S. State Department reported that Hamas might break the ceasefire in Gaza with an attack on Palestinian civilians. President Donald Trump helped establish the ceasefire after a two-year conflict between Israel and Hamas. The U.S. warns that measures will be taken to protect civilians if such an attack occurs.
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The U.S. has "credible reports" of a potential Hamas attack on Palestinian civilians in Gaza.
The attack would break the ceasefire agreement that President Trump helped create.
The ceasefire ended a two-year conflict between Israel and Hamas.
No specific details about the attack were provided.
The U.S. State Department said they will take action to protect civilians and maintain the ceasefire.
President Trump stated on social media that if Hamas attacks, other forces close to Gaza, not the U.S., would respond.
President Trump initially showed little concern over prior Hamas actions but later warned of consequences.
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Israel announced the Rafah crossing will stay closed until hostages’ bodies are returned. Hamas stated that returning the remains is delayed due to challenges in Gaza. In unrelated news, President Trump discussed survivors of a U.S. strike being returned to their countries, Rep. Santos was released from prison, and the Dodgers are advancing to the World Series.
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Israel will keep the Rafah crossing closed until they receive hostage bodies.
Hamas said the delay is due to a lack of equipment to clear rubble in Gaza.
President Trump mentioned two survivors from a U.S. strike will go back to their home countries.
Former Rep. Santos is out of prison after President Trump commuted his sentence.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are advancing to the World Series.
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NPR journalist Jane Arraf shares her experiences from many years of reporting in the Middle East. Speaking from Amman, Jordan, she talks about how the current ceasefire is holding and the impact of long-term conflicts on everyday people in the region.
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Jane Arraf is a journalist with NPR.
She has spent decades reporting on the Middle East.
Arraf is currently speaking from Amman, the capital of Jordan.
She discusses a current ceasefire happening in the region.
The impact of years of war on ordinary people is a major focus.
Arraf notes that there are changes in the region compared to the past.
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Two survivors from a U.S. military strike on a submarine suspected of carrying drugs are being sent back to Ecuador and Colombia for legal action. President Trump stated that the submarine was loaded with fentanyl and other illegal drugs. This action is part of a broader effort by the U.S. to combat drug trafficking and address the opioid crisis, involving increased military presence in the Caribbean.
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The U.S. military struck a submarine in the Caribbean suspected of carrying drugs.
Two people survived the strike and are being sent back to Ecuador and Colombia for prosecution.
President Trump stated the submarine was carrying fentanyl, a powerful opioid, and other illegal drugs.
The U.S. has intensified drug trafficking enforcement in the Caribbean, executing several such operations since early September.
The opioid crisis in the U.S. saw a decrease in overdose deaths in 2024 compared to 2023.
There is growing military presence by the U.S. in the Caribbean region, including near Venezuela.
Some U.S. lawmakers are concerned about military operations in the region without congressional approval.
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A section of Interstate 5 in Southern California was closed for several hours because of a U.S. Marine Corps military event at Camp Pendleton, which involved live artillery fire. This event, meant to celebrate the Marine Corps' 250th anniversary, included Vice President JD Vance and faced criticism from Governor Gavin Newsom over safety concerns and lack of coordination.
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Interstate 5 was shut down for several hours on Saturday due to military exercises.
The exercises were part of the Marine Corps' 250th anniversary celebration.
Governor Gavin Newsom criticized the event for public safety issues and poor coordination.
The exercises included live artillery fire and amphibious vehicle demonstrations.
Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth attended the event.
The closure affected traffic, daily travelers, and freight movement on I-5.
The event highlighted political tensions between California's leadership and the White House.
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The article discusses how zombies are used as a metaphor for public health issues. It draws parallels between the fictional approach to stopping a zombie apocalypse and real-life infectious disease outbreaks managed by epidemiologists.
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Zombies became popular in the 21st century during periods of global anxiety, such as the Great Recession and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Epidemiologists and horror movie heroes ask similar questions about the origins, spread, and containment of a disease or infection.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a guide linking zombie preparedness to general disaster readiness.
Zombies are present in ancient history, serving as metaphors for unexplained phenomena like disease before modern science.
George Romero’s 1968 movie "The Night of the Living Dead" introduced the concept of flesh-eating zombies in film.
The term "zombie" has roots in West African languages and was further developed in Haitian Vodou traditions.
Film terms like "infected" in "28 Days Later" reflect public health concerns about disease spread and containment.
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Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are marking the Marine Corps' 250th anniversary at Camp Pendleton, California, with a military demonstration involving live artillery. The event led to the closure of a major highway after safety concerns from Governor Gavin Newsom. Authorities explained the closure was needed to ensure public safety during the artillery exercises.
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Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth attended a Marine Corps event at Camp Pendleton.
The military event included a demonstration of amphibious vehicles and beach landings.
Live artillery exercises planned as part of the event faced safety objections from California Governor Gavin Newsom.
A 17-mile stretch of Interstate 5 was closed for the event due to safety concerns with firing over the highway.
U.S. Marines stated the exercises followed safety protocols and were on approved training ranges.
California Department of Transportation warned of travel delays and closed passenger rail services running parallel to the highway.
The highway closure could add up to two hours of travel time for commuters between San Diego and Los Angeles.
The I-5 corridor is a crucial route, handling 80,000 travelers and $94 million in freight daily.
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President Trump announced that two survivors of a U.S. military strike on a suspected drug-carrying vessel in the Caribbean will be sent back to Ecuador and Colombia, their home countries. The military strike was part of operations against narcotrafficking and involved a submersible suspected of carrying drugs like fentanyl. President Trump justified these actions as part of an "armed conflict" with drug cartels.
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A U.S. military strike targeted a suspected drug-carrying vessel in the Caribbean.
Two survivors from the vessel will be sent back to Ecuador and Colombia.
President Trump stated that the vessel was carrying fentanyl and other illegal drugs.
The operation marked at least the sixth strike on suspected drug vessels since early September.
U.S. military actions in the region have reportedly resulted in at least 29 deaths.
President Trump compared the fight against narcotraffickers to a war, using legal authority similar to post-9/11 anti-terrorism measures.
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Virginia Giuffre's brother has urged King Charles to remove Prince Andrew's title of "prince." Prince Andrew announced he would give up his titles and honors due to ongoing allegations and legal issues related to his past associations.
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Virginia Giuffre accused Prince Andrew of having sex with her when she was 17 years old in 2001.
Prince Andrew reached a financial settlement with Giuffre in 2022 but denies the accusations.
He announced he will give up his titles, including Duke of York, and membership in the Order of the Garter.
Virginia Giuffre took her own life earlier this year.
Prince Andrew will no longer use his titles or participate in royal events.
Virginia Giuffre's brother believes further actions should be taken by King Charles.
Prince Andrew's connections to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have been under scrutiny.
Giuffre's memoir is being published posthumously, which may focus more attention on Prince Andrew.
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Millions of protesters are participating in "No Kings" demonstrations around the world to oppose President Donald Trump's policies. Over 2,600 rallies are occurring in various U.S. states and countries like Germany, Portugal, and the UK. This movement seeks to promote democracy and resist what they see as authoritarian governance.
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"No Kings" protests are organized against President Trump's administration and policies.
Demonstrations are happening in every U.S. state and internationally, including cities in Germany, Portugal, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and Prague.
Over 2,600 rallies are planned worldwide.
It's the third major organized protest since Trump's return to office.
Some protests have turned violent, with incidents like a vehicular assault in Virginia.
The movement is focused on defending democratic norms and rejecting authoritarianism.
The protests align with a larger immigration crackdown by the Trump administration.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has increased security in Austin, calling for law enforcement action against any violence or damage.
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Eleven members of the same family died when an Israeli tank shell hit the bus they were in, according to officials in Gaza. The incident occurred in the Zeitoun neighborhood of Gaza City amidst the ongoing ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The Israeli military claimed they targeted the bus after it crossed a restricted area and posed a threat to their troops.
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Eleven people from one family were killed by an Israeli tank shell hitting their bus in northern Gaza.
The family was returning to check their home when the incident occurred.
This is the most deadly incident since the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas began eight days prior.
The Israeli military said they fired at a bus identified as "suspicious" after it entered a restricted area.
Palestinian officials say the bus was targeted without reason, claiming the victims included women and children.
The Israeli army intends to place visual signs to indicate restricted areas in Gaza.
The Rafah border crossing from Egypt to Gaza is set to open for residents returning home.
As part of a ceasefire deal, hostages and deceased bodies have been exchanged between Israel and Hamas.
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Two British women, Jess Rowe and Miriam Payne, completed a nonstop, unsupported rowing journey from Peru to Australia. They are the first all-female crew to row the approximately 13,000 kilometers across the Pacific Ocean. They arrived in Cairns, Australia, on October 18, 2025, after starting their journey in April.
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Jess Rowe and Miriam Payne are the two British women who completed this rowing journey.
They rowed from Peru to Australia, crossing the Pacific Ocean.
The journey covered around 13,000 kilometers (about 8,000 miles).
They rowed in two-hour shifts throughout their trip.
Their journey was nonstop and unsupported, meaning they did not have outside help.
They caught fish and grew vegetables for food during the trip.
They arrived in Cairns, Australia, on October 18, 2025.
They are the first all-female crew to achieve this specific crossing.
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Sir David Attenborough, at 99 years old, became the oldest person to win a Daytime Emmy Award for his work on the documentary "Secret Lives of Orangutans." The documentary won awards in three categories, and the ceremony took place in Pasadena, California. Attenborough was not present at the event.
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David Attenborough won a Daytime Emmy for "Secret Lives of Orangutans."
At 99, he is the oldest person to win a Daytime Emmy, breaking the record held by Dick Van Dyke, who was 98.
The documentary also won awards for music direction and composition, and directing.
The event took place at the 52nd annual Daytime Emmys in Pasadena, California.
Sir David Attenborough has a 70-year career in natural history broadcasting.
More than 40 species are named after Attenborough.
He recently released a film called "Ocean," focusing on biodiversity and climate protection.
Other winners included "General Hospital" and Drew Barrymore.
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Lady Annabel Goldsmith, a notable socialite and activist, has passed away at age 91. She was known for having a popular London nightclub named after her and for her activism in several causes. She is survived by her six children, including Zac Goldsmith, a former Conservative MP and mayoral candidate.
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Lady Annabel Goldsmith died at the age of 91.
She was a socialite and activist known for her work in various causes.
A London nightclub was named after her in the 1960s by her first husband.
She had six children from two marriages, including Zac Goldsmith.
Her son Zac served as a Conservative MP and ran for mayor of London in 2016.
Born Annabel Vane-Tempest-Stewart, she was from an aristocratic family.
She campaigned for animal rights and reducing the impact of HIV/AIDS in South Africa.
Lady Annabel published her memoirs in 2004, detailing her life experiences.
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In the West Bank, people are still experiencing violence and restrictions, despite a ceasefire in Gaza. Since October 7, there have been many attacks by Israeli settlers and military actions affecting Palestinians' daily lives, including restrictions on movement and land access.
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The ceasefire in Gaza did not extend to the West Bank.
Since October 7, 2023, there have been 7,154 attacks by Israeli settlers on Palestinians.
Nearly 1,000 Palestinians, including 212 children, have been killed.
Over 10,000 Palestinians have been displaced from their homes.
37,237 olive trees have been destroyed since October 7, 2023.
There are 916 barriers in the West Bank that restrict movement; 243 were added after October 7, 2023.
Palestinians face restrictions on accessing Jerusalem for worship.
Land in the West Bank is being seized for settlements, covering nearly half of the area.
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