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Tearful Gazans finally reunite after limited Rafah reopening
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Iran president confirms talks with US after Trump's threats
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Spanish skater allowed to use Minions music at Olympics
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Fire 'under control' at bazaar in western Tehran
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Howe trusts Tonali will not follow Isak lead out of Newcastle
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Vonn to provide injury update as Milan-Cortina Olympics near
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France summons Musk for 'voluntary interview', raids X offices
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US judge to hear request for 'immediate takedown' of Epstein files
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Russia resumes large-scale strikes on Ukraine in glacial temperatures
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Fit-again France captain Dupont partners Jalibert against Ireland
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French summons Musk for 'voluntary interview' as authorities raid X offices
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IOC chief Coventry calls for focus on sport, not politics
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Germany has highest share of older workers in EU
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Teen swims four hours to save family lost at sea off Australia
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Ethiopia denies Trump claim mega-dam was financed by US
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Russia resumes strikes on freezing Ukrainian capital ahead of talks
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Malaysian court acquits French man on drug charges
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Russia resumes strikes on freezing Ukrainian capital
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England and Brook seek redemption at T20 World Cup
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Coach Gambhir under pressure as India aim for back-to-back T20 triumphs
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Japan coach Jones says 'fair' World Cup schedule helps small teams
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Winter Olympics to showcase Italian venues and global tensions
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Buoyant England eager to end Franco-Irish grip on Six Nations
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China to ban hidden car door handles in industry shift
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Rural India powers global AI models
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LOLC Advanced Tech and Corsair Group Join Forces to Transform Waste into Fuel in Sri Lanka
AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS / ACCESS Newswire / September 4, 2025 / LOLC Advanced Technologies (LOLC AT), a fully owned subsidiary of LOLC Holdings PLC, together with Corsair Group International, headquartered in Amsterdam, has announced a landmark partnership to upgrade and expand LOLC AT's existing waste-to-fuel plant at Kerawalapitiya. This strategic initiative aims to address Sri Lanka's growing plastic and polythene waste challenge. With Sri Lanka generating an estimated 7,000 metric tons of solid waste per day, equating to roughly 2.56 million metric tons per year, a significant portion of which consists of polythene and plastic. Plastic pollution has become one of the nation's most pressing environmental concerns, with much of this waste ends up in overflowing landfills, waterways, and oceans, posing serious threats to ecosystems, public health, and tourism.
'Ketamine Queen' pleads guilty over Matthew Perry death
A dealer dubbed the "Ketamine Queen" pleaded guilty to supplying the drugs that killed "Friends" actor Matthew Perry, when she appeared in a California court on Wednesday.
Homage to Shaker feminist in Venice film from Mona Fastvold
With "The Testament of Ann Lee", a movie about the founder of the 18th-century Shaker religious movement screening at the Venice Film Festival, director Mona Fastvold sought to honour a figure "on the verge of being erased from memory".
Hommage to Shaker feminist in Venice film from Mona Fastvold
With "The Testament of Ann Lee", a movie about the founder of the 18th-century Shaker religious movement screening at the Venice Film Festival, director Mona Fastvold sought to honour a figure "on the verge of being erased from memory".
'Roasted alive': Greek wildlife suffers as climate changes
A badly burned tortoise that survived a Greek wildfire wriggles in an Athens animal clinic despite lots of painkillers, one of the latest victims of climate change that is playing havoc with the country's wildlife.
Cardi B cleared of assault in California case
Rapper Cardi B was cleared of assault Tuesday in a $24 million civil trial in which the star was accused of slashing a woman's face with her fingernails.
Vietnam marks 80 years of independence in record celebrations
Vietnam held its largest-ever public celebrations on Tuesday to mark 80 years since the declaration of independence, with legions of lock-stepped patriots marching under fluttering flags.
Vietnam marks 80th independence anniversary with huge parade
Under fluttering flags and in a fever of national pride, legions of lock-stepped Vietnamese patriots are due to march through Hanoi on Tuesday in celebrations marking 80 years since the declaration of independence.
Prince Harry to visit UK on anniversary of queen's death
Prince Harry will return to the UK to attend a charity award ceremony on September 8, coinciding with the third anniversary of the death of his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II.
'Swiftie' Swiatek swats Arango, talks Taylor & Travis engagement
Avowed Taylor Swift super-fan Iga Swiatek romped through her US Open first round assignment on Tuesday before offering congratulations to the pop star following her engagement to Travis Kelce.
New era unlocked: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announce engagement
Pop superstar Taylor Swift and American football player Travis Kelce announced their engagement on Tuesday, setting the stage for a high-profile wedding for one of the world's biggest celebrity couples.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announce engagement
Pop superstar Taylor Swift and American football player Travis Kelce announced their engagement on Tuesday, setting the stage for a high-profile wedding for one of the world's biggest celebrity couples.
Jennifer Lawrence to get San Sebastian Festival award
Oscar-winning actor and producer Jennifer Lawrence will receive a lifetime achievement award at the San Sebastian Film Festival in Spain next month, organisers said Tuesday.
Rapper Lil Nas X charged after naked nighttime stroll in LA
Rapper Lil Nas X was charged Monday with four felonies after allegedly charging at police who went to pick him up during a naked stroll through Los Angeles last week.
Kneecap defy critics with 'Free Palestine' chant at Paris gig
Irish rap group Kneecap, one of whose members faces a British terror charge for allegedly supporting Hezbollah, repeated their criticism of Israel's war in Gaza during a performance outside Paris on Sunday, despite objections from French Jewish groups and government officials.
Kneecap defy objectors with 'Free Palestine' chant at Paris gig
Irish rap group Kneecap, one of whose members faces a British terror charge for allegedly supporting Hezbollah, repeated their criticism of Israel's war in Gaza during a performance outside Paris on Sunday, despite objections from French Jewish groups and government officials.
Zelensky calls for Putin talks as peace efforts stall
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday a meeting with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin would be "the most effective way forward" amid stalled diplomatic attempts to end the war as he celebrated Ukraine's Independence Day.
US envoy visits Ukraine on independence day as peace efforts stall
US President Donald Trump's envoy Keith Kellogg attended Ukraine's independence celebrations Sunday in Kyiv, as the push to end the war appeared to have stalled, with Ukraine and Russia trading accusations of hampering the peace efforts.
Lil Nas X arrested after nearly naked nighttime stroll in LA
A nearly naked Lil Nas X was picked up by police Thursday after being found wandering through Los Angeles in just his underwear and a pair of white cowboy boots.
Chinese troops swelter through rehearsal for major military parade
Rows of neatly dressed soldiers marched in unison to shouted instructions at a training ground in humid Beijing on Wednesday, as China prepares to unveil new domestically produced military hardware at a parade next month.
Oasis star Noel Gallagher piles praise on 'amazing' brother Liam
Oasis songwriter Noel Gallagher has described performing again with his brother Liam as "great", confounding sceptics who feared a fresh sibling bust-up could scupper their reunion tour.
'Ketamine Queen' dealer to plead guilty over Matthew Perry death
A dealer dubbed the "Ketamine Queen" has agreed to plead guilty to supplying the drugs that killed "Friends" actor Matthew Perry, the US Department of Justice said Monday.
'Ketamine Queen' to plead guilty over drugs that killed Matthew Perry
A dealer dubbed the "Ketamine Queen" has agreed to plead guilty to supplying the drugs that killed "Friends" actor Matthew Perry, the US Department of Justice said Monday.
Son of Norway princess charged with four rapes
A son of Norway's crown princess has been charged with 32 offences including four rapes and several acts of violence and assault, a prosecutor said on Monday.
Fight to save last forests of the Comoros unites farmers, NGOs
Strips of bare land scar the lush and green mountainsides towering above Mutsamudu, the capital of the Indian Ocean island of Anjouan.
Terence Stamp: from arthouse icon to blockbuster villain
Whether starring as a road-tripping transgender woman in "Priscilla, Queen of the Desert", an intergalactic supervillain in "Superman" or a mysterious beauty in "Theorem", Terence Stamp, who died Sunday at 87, captivated audiences in experimental films and Hollywood blockbusters alike.
Terence Stamp, Superman villain and 'swinging sixties' icon, dies aged 87: UK media
British actor Terence Stamp, who perfected the role of the brooding villain and starred in "The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert", has died aged 87, UK media cited his family announcing on Sunday.
Taliban mark fourth year in power in Afghanistan
Afghanistan's Taliban authorities marked the fourth anniversary of their takeover on Friday buoyed by Russia's first official recognition of their government, a step they hope other countries will follow.
On VJ day, king pays tribute to UK veterans, warns of war's 'true cost'
King Charles III Friday lauded the "courage" of veterans and civilians who paid a high price to end World War II, leading UK commemorations for the 80th anniversary of VJ Day.
Britain's Princess Anne turns 75 with typically minimal fuss
Princess Anne, the sister of British head of state King Charles III, turned 75 on Friday, with the famously straightforward royal eschewing any public celebration of her birthday.
Trump names Stallone, Strait among Kennedy Center honorees
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday named "Rocky" star Sylvester Stallone and country music great George Strait among the recipients of the Kennedy Center Honors, as he pursues a controversial overhaul of the storied arts institution.
Swiss pilot surpasses solar-powered plane altitude record
Swiss pilot Raphael Domjan beat the altitude record for a solar-powered electric plane in a flight that took him soaring to 9,521 metres, his team announced Wednesday.