Three Hong Kong activists who organized yearly vigils to remember the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown were sentenced to prison for five to seven years under a national security law. They were found guilty of encouraging actions against the government and will appeal the sentences.
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Lee Cheuk-yan was sentenced to seven years in prison.
Chow Hang-tung received a sentence of seven years and three months.
Albert Ho was sentenced to five years and two months after pleading guilty.
The activists led the Hong Kong Alliance that held public vigils for the Tiananmen Square event for about 30 years.
They were charged in September 2021 and stayed in custody before the sentencing.
The court said their call to "end one-party dictatorship" was seen as a threat to China's ruling Communist Party.
The case is part of Beijing's efforts to control protests and limit freedom in Hong Kong under a national security law imposed after protests in 2019.
The activists and supporters say the sentences limit freedom of speech and political expression.
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Chloe Dickson, who has a severe peanut allergy, shared her experience on a flight where the cabin crew announced a request for passengers not to eat nuts. Despite the announcement, a passenger reacted negatively, causing her anxiety during the flight. She emphasized the constant care needed to avoid allergic reactions and the importance of awareness about severe allergies.
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Chloe Dickson is 28 years old and from Brighton, UK, and has a severe peanut allergy.
She must be very careful about what she eats and where, due to the risk of cross-contamination (hidden traces of nuts on surfaces).
Airlines often accommodate her allergy by making announcements asking passengers not to eat nuts near her.
On a recent flight, a passenger reacted with annoyance when the crew made this announcement.
The passenger's behavior caused Dickson to have a panic attack during the flight.
Severe peanut allergies can cause life-threatening reactions called anaphylaxis, which require emergency medical treatment.
Allergy groups say no-nuts policies on planes should only change if strict safety measures are in place.
Dickson wants better understanding and education about the seriousness of allergies from the public.
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On September 11, 2026, Americans marked the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with many ceremonies and reflections. Events included memorials at Ground Zero in New York City and statements from leaders like President Trump, focusing on remembering the victims and the lasting impact of the attacks.
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The 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks was commemorated on September 11, 2026.
Memorial events took place at Ground Zero, where the World Trade Center towers were destroyed.
President Donald Trump visited the Pentagon as part of the 9/11 remembrance.
Many ceremonies focused on honoring victims from the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, including flights and locations impacted.
The anniversary included discussions of the long-term health effects on first responders and survivors.
Security was increased around New York City to mark the anniversary safely.
News coverage included stories of heroism, rebuilding efforts, and reflections by survivors and families of victims.
The event also involved public figures and former presidents attending remembrance ceremonies.
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A man was arrested in Portsmouth after an anti-migrant protest blocked roads to stop coaches carrying 120 migrants. The protest caused damage to police and coastguard vehicles and injuries to some officers, leading police to say the event was violent disorder, not a peaceful protest.
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The protest took place at Eastney Marina, Portsmouth, on Sunday night.
About 120 migrants arrived after crossing the Channel in a small boat.
Around hundreds of demonstrators blocked roads to stop the migrant coaches.
A 42-year-old man from Paulsgrove was arrested for violent disorder and assaulting a police officer.
Several police, coastguard, and Border Force vehicles were damaged during the protest.
Some officers were treated for injuries but none were seriously hurt.
Police warned they will investigate and take strong action against violence and criminal damage.
The incident followed a similar anti-migrant protest at the Port of Dover the previous day.
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Scientists found the first known series of adult Tyrannosaurus rex footprints in North Dakota. The footprints are about 66.5 million years old and show how the T. rex moved through that area.
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The footprints were found in the Hell Creek Formation, a famous dinosaur fossil area.
The trackway is 23 feet long and includes four three-toed footprints.
Each footprint is about 3 feet long with a stride of about 13 feet.
Researchers used 3D scanning to document the footprints and estimate the T. rex walked at around 3.5 to 4.5 mph.
The prints are the first known set of adult T. rex footprints ever found, while only juvenile or related species footprints were known earlier.
The T. rex lived about 66 to 68 million years ago during the late Cretaceous period.
Some footprints will be moved by helicopter to the Denver Museum of Nature and Science.
A Colorado teacher who helped find the site co-authored the scientific paper about this discovery.
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Families of British victims gathered in London to mark the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks in the United States. Ceremonies took place in the UK and the US to remember those who died and honor first responders.
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The event in London was held at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, near a memorial made from steel from the World Trade Center.
67 British citizens were among the nearly 3,000 people killed in the 9/11 attacks.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham spoke at the event via video, emphasizing remembrance and resilience.
The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester and the US ambassador to the UK attended a Changing of the Guard ceremony.
Memorials took place at the World Trade Center site in New York and at the Pentagon in Virginia.
President Donald Trump said the US will "never, ever forget" 9/11 and highlighted national unity during the anniversary.
The attacks involved four hijacked US passenger planes, two hitting the World Trade Center, one hitting the Pentagon, and one crashing in Pennsylvania after passengers resisted.
Speakers included Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis, who urged learning from the past to build a better future.
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said that President Donald Trump’s new tariffs are smaller compared to previous tariffs by the U.S. Carney also mentioned that Canada is still considering how to respond to these new trade measures.
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Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke about U.S. tariffs during a meeting in Banff, Alberta.
He described President Trump’s latest tariffs as "relatively modest" compared to earlier ones.
Canada is reviewing the new tariffs to decide if it will take any action in response.
The discussion took place at a Canadian cabinet retreat.
The tariffs are part of ongoing trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada.
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Two American women were arrested at Tokyo’s Haneda airport for allegedly smuggling about 30 kilograms of cannabis worth nearly $1 million into Japan. One woman said she did it for the money and the chance to visit Japan for free, while the other denied knowing about the drugs.
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The suspects are both 25 years old and arrived from New York last Saturday.
They carried two suitcases containing dried plants resembling cannabis.
The drugs weighed around 30 kilograms and are valued at about 150 million yen ($970,000).
Japanese law strictly punishes drug smuggling, with up to 10 years in prison and fines.
The women said they followed instructions from a man they met on social media but never met in person.
One woman admitted to being motivated by money and a free trip, the other denies knowledge.
They were arrested for violating drug smuggling laws and two other unnamed laws.
A similar case involved American playwright Jeremy O. Harris, who was arrested for ecstasy possession last year but later released.
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The article discusses whether it is possible to work a job while studying for a degree. It explores the challenges and realities faced by students who try to balance both responsibilities.
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Many students work jobs while studying to support themselves financially.
Balancing work and study requires good time management and effort.
Some students find it stressful to handle both commitments.
Working while studying can affect academic performance if not managed well.
Support and flexible study options can help students manage both work and school.
The article focuses on students in Scotland.
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On September 11, 2001, hijackers flew United Airlines Flight 175 into the South Tower of the World Trade Center at 9:03 a.m. In New York City, a second moment of silence was held at that exact time to remember this event. This moment is one of seven moments of silence marking the 25th anniversary of the attacks.
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The crash happened at 9:03 a.m. Eastern Time on September 11, 2001.
United Airlines Flight 175 was hijacked by terrorists.
The plane hit the South Tower of the World Trade Center in New York City.
The moment of silence is part of seven moments to honor the 25th anniversary of the attacks.
These commemorations remember the tragic events that greatly affected the United States.
2026 marks 25 years since the September 11 attacks.
The moments of silence take place at important times connected to the attacks.
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About 400 million people live in countries where assisted dying is legal, but the rules are very different in each place. Some countries allow assisted dying only for people who are terminally ill, while others also include people suffering from severe, incurable conditions or disabilities.
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Assisted dying laws have been introduced or updated in countries like Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Spain, Austria, and France since 2015.
In the USA, assisted dying is legal in 30 states and Washington DC, starting with Oregon in 1997, which requires patients to be terminally ill and mentally competent.
In Oregon, 5,520 people have received prescriptions for lethal medication since 1997, and about 3,691 have died using it.
Most people in Oregon who choose assisted dying have cancer or neurological diseases, and common reasons include loss of independence and dignity.
Canada expanded its assisted dying law in 2021 to include people with irreversible conditions causing unbearable suffering, not just the terminally ill.
In Europe, countries like Switzerland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Spain, Austria, and France allow some form of assisted dying, often for non-terminal conditions.
Switzerland, since 1942, permits assisted suicide, including for foreigners through organizations like Dignitas.
Assisted dying laws differ greatly in who can access them and what conditions are covered, reflecting different ethical and legal views worldwide.
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Members of Parliament (MPs) in England and Wales voted against a bill that would have allowed assisted dying for adults with terminal illnesses. The bill was blocked by 286 votes to 270, meaning it is unlikely to be passed before the next general election.
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The bill aimed to permit adults with terminal illnesses and less than six months to live to end their lives with expert approval.
It was introduced by Labour MP Lauren Edwards and was a private member’s bill, not backed officially by the government.
A very similar bill had passed the House of Commons in the previous parliament but was stopped in the House of Lords.
The issue is considered a matter of conscience, so MPs were free to vote according to their personal beliefs.
The Prime Minister chose not to vote and said that discussions on assisted dying should wait until social care improves.
The previous Prime Minister had voted in favor of assisted dying legislation.
The bill’s defeat means assisted dying laws are unlikely to change soon in England and Wales.
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Eight people, including four boys aged 14 to 17, have been arrested following a stabbing at a KFC in Bromley, south-east London. Four victims were injured and taken to the hospital, with one man’s condition improving from critical to stable.
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The stabbing happened around 2:15 pm on Thursday at a KFC on Bromley High Street.
Four victims were seriously hurt: one 21-year-old man and three boys aged 14 to 17.
All four victims were taken to the hospital; the man’s condition is no longer life-threatening.
Eight people, including four boys aged 14 to 17, are in police custody on suspicion of attempted murder.
The incident started inside the KFC and later spilled onto the street.
A witness reported seeing a man with a machete fleeing the scene.
Police are treating the event as isolated and are increasing patrols in the area.
KFC said it is helping the police and supporting its staff and customers.
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The article looks back 25 years after the September 11 attacks. It explains how the attacks changed U.S. foreign policy, made governments focus more on groups instead of countries, and changed how terrorism is viewed, treating it like a form of war.
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The September 11 attacks happened 25 years ago.
The attacks caused the U.S. to change its approach to foreign policy.
Focus shifted from fighting countries to fighting non-state groups, like terrorist organizations.
Terrorism started being seen as a type of warfare rather than just crime.
There is now a focus on a long-term battle of ideas to prevent terrorism.
These changes affected world affairs and international security strategies.
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Cellist Yo-Yo Ma performed a piece by Bach at the 9/11 ceremony in New York City. This happened as the names of the victims of the September 11, 2001 attacks were read aloud at Ground Zero.
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Yo-Yo Ma played music to start the reading of the victims' names.
The ceremony took place at Ground Zero in New York City.
The event honored the people who died in the 9/11 attacks.
A moment of silence was observed before the name reading began.
The ceremony marked the 25th anniversary of the attacks.
CBS News covered the event, with reporter David Axelrod providing information.
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Vanessa Minter, an American Airlines agent, took a critical phone call on September 11, 2001, from flight attendant Betty Ong aboard a hijacked plane. Twenty-five years later, Minter met Ong’s family in California to remember Ong’s bravery and the lives lost on that day.
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Betty Ong was a flight attendant on hijacked American Airlines Flight 11 during the 9/11 attacks.
Ong made a phone call to Vanessa Minter, a reservations agent, reporting the hijacking.
Ong provided important information that helped the FAA close U.S. airspace.
The plane crashed into the North Tower of the World Trade Center shortly after Ong's call.
Minter wrote a letter to Ong’s family three weeks after the attacks, praising Ong’s courage.
Ong’s family first heard the recorded call after receiving Minter’s letter.
Ong’s brother, Harry, regularly visits her memorial in California.
After 25 years, Minter met Ong's family and also met Ong’s 99-year-old mother.
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Matthew Klimow, a retired army colonel, stayed at the Pentagon during the 9/11 terrorist attacks despite the chaos and danger after it was hit by a hijacked plane. His book describes how military leaders controlled their emotions to manage the crisis, though communication problems and command confusion made the response difficult.
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Matthew Klimow was at his desk in the Pentagon on 9/11 when the building was hit.
The attack killed 64 people on the plane and 125 inside the Pentagon.
Klimow stayed to help manage the situation, showing leadership during the crisis.
The attacks involved planes hitting the World Trade Center in New York and a field in Pennsylvania.
Military leaders had to balance following rules with needing to act quickly and improvise.
Communication issues and unclear command chains delayed some responses.
General Richard Myers was acting chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff on 9/11.
President Donald Trump planned to mark the 25th anniversary of 9/11 at a Pentagon ceremony.
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At 8:46 a.m. on September 11, 2001, hijackers crashed American Airlines Flight 11 into the North Tower of the World Trade Center in New York City. A moment of silence was held at this exact time to remember the start of the terrorist attacks that changed history 25 years ago.
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The plane involved was American Airlines Flight 11.
It was hijacked by terrorists.
The crash happened at 8:46 a.m. on September 11, 2001.
The plane hit the North Tower of the World Trade Center.
This event was the beginning of the terrorist attacks on 9/11.
A moment of silence is observed at the same time each year to remember this event.
The attacks had a major impact on the United States and the world.
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The September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks caused major changes worldwide. These attacks led to new policies and shifts in how countries handle security and global threats.
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The 9/11 attacks happened on September 11, 2001.
Terrorists hijacked planes and attacked targets in the United States.
The attacks led to increased security measures globally.
Countries worked together more to fight terrorism.
The event changed international travel and immigration policies.
It influenced U.S. and global foreign policies.
9/11 is considered a turning point for global security efforts.
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Two U.S. lawmakers from different political parties are asking a British court to be more open about Apple’s legal fight over government demands to access encrypted data. They argue that the British government’s secrecy harms relations between the U.S. and the U.K. and interferes with the powers of the U.S. Congress.
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Senator Ron Wyden (Democrat) and Congressman Warren Davidson (Republican) sent a letter to Britain’s Investigatory Powers Tribunal (IPT).
The dispute started in January 2025 when the UK Home Office ordered Apple to help access encrypted iCloud backups worldwide.
Apple responded by removing its Advanced Data Protection encryption feature for UK users.
The original UK government demand was withdrawn and replaced with a narrower order targeting only UK users’ data.
Apple challenged the new order in the IPT and filed a new complaint about the government’s authority.
The U.S. lawmakers say secrecy around this case blocks Congress from doing its job and violates U.S. constitutional powers.
The tribunal previously ruled the case details should be public, following pressure from lawmakers.
The letter argues the UK government should not prevent legislative oversight in either country by using secrecy orders.
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