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Years after his death, boy's legacy of kindness leads the way
At the end of every school year, Rob and Nora Tonn show up at Hinsdale Central High School and give away scholarships to graduating student athletes who are kind. Maybe the athletes are also fast and maybe they also won a lot and maybe they're going on to play their sport in college. But also, maybe not. “We ask for nominations from coaches,” Rob Tonn said, “and we say ‘Tell us about the kid who reminds you of Brooks.”
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July 20, 2025
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Stop playing whac-a-mole with forever chemicals
The more you learn about PFAS — perand polyfluoroalkyl substances — the worse it gets. Though improvements in monitoring and remediation techniques are welcome, what the world needs first and foremost is a universal ban on the chemicals. In fact, we needed it yesterday.
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July 20, 2025
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Alfred wins as Lyles pipped in 100m race at London meet
Julien Alfred fired out a broadside at her rivals for the women's world 200m crown with an impressive victory in the London Diamond League meet on Saturday, but Noah Lyles was pipped in his opening 100m of the season.
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July 20, 2025
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New Zealand survive France scare to win third rugby Test
New Zealand staved off a fierce challenge from France, pulling away late to win the third Test 29-19 on Saturday and complete a series clean sweep.
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July 20, 2025
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Expo 2030 Riyadh hosts networking reception
Expo 2030 Riyadh Company, in collaboration with the Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Japan, hosted a VIP Networking Reception at the Waldorf Astoria Osaka, welcoming over 200 ambassadors, Commissioner Generals of Expo 2025 Osaka, and dignitaries from across the global Expo community.
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July 20, 2025
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21 dead as passenger bus overturns in south of Iran
At least 21 people were killed after a passenger bus overturned in the south of Iran, state media reported on Saturday.
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July 20, 2025
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Arsenal seal divisive move for Chelsea star Madueke
Arsenal sealed their controversial signing of Chelsea forward Noni Madueke in a deal worth a reported £48 million ($65 million) on Friday.
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July 20, 2025
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China reports robust trade with Belt and Road countries
China has seen robust trade and investment with countries participating in Belt and Road cooperation over the past years, Vice Commerce Minister Li Chenggang told a press conference on Friday.
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July 20, 2025
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Chamber launches initiative to empower entrepreneurs in Al Ain
As part of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s efforts to deepen engagement with entrepreneurs’ small enterprises, identify their needs, and shape more responsive trade policies that support their growth, the Chamber’s Al Ain branch launched an initiative targeting enterprises in the retail, tourism, and agricultural sectors.
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July 20, 2025
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Attack on West Bank church was 'act of terror:' US
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee called on Saturday for the perpetrators of an attack on a Palestinian church in the occupied West Bank blamed on Israeli settlers to be prosecuted, calling it an “act of terror.”
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July 20, 2025
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Pak's quiet solar rush puts pressure on 'national grid'
Pakistanis are increasingly ditching the national grid in favour of solar power, prompting a boom in rooftop panels and spooking a government weighed down by billions of dollars of power sector debt.
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July 20, 2025
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KP govt plans multi-party conference on peace next week
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government Has decided to hold a multiparty conference (MPC) next week to “formulate a joint strategy to ensure sustainable peace” in the province's terrorism-hit areas.
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July 20, 2025
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Bailey backs IMF's help to fix economy
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said the International Monetary Fund (IMF) had a key role to play in tackling the buildup of risky imbalances in the world economy, many of them coming from the United States and China.
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July 20, 2025
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UAE inaugurates first SDG exhibition at UN HQ
The UAE has held its first national exhibition at the United Nations (UN) Headquarters in New York City, as part of the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) on Sustainable Development 2025.
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July 20, 2025
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Marta hopes to lead Brazil to a Copa América Femenina title
It was just a year ago when Marta left the Olympic final with tears in her eyes, emotionally marking the end of a storied career with the Brazilian national soccer team.
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July 20, 2025
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England eves down India in second ODI to level series 1-1
Sophie Eccleston bowled a superb spell as she picked up three wickets to help England eves beat India in the second match of the ODI series on Saturday.
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July 20, 2025
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UAEBBY events unveil shadow theatre, story art
The UAE Board on Books for Young People (UAEBBY) is running a series of interactive events for children and young adults throughout July. Organised in collaboration with House of Wisdom in Sharjah and Abu Dhabi Children's Library, the summer programme is part of the ongoing \"Read. Dream. Create.\" campaign. It aims to nurture storytelling skills, encourage creative thinking and self-expression, and offer a joyful, value-driven educational experience inspired by the power of stories.
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July 20, 2025
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Retiring Russell cherishes WC semis vs India, two trophies as special moments
Ahead of his final days of playing international cricket, big-hitting all-rounder Andre Russell has highlighted his knock in the 2016 T20 World Cup semifinal against India and winning two trophies for his nation in the shortest format as his most important moments of being in the West Indies setup.
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July 20, 2025
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Farmers protest unjust immigration system
During the Great Depression, my great grandfather and other farmers in Wisconsin organised penny auctions to help prevent some of his neighbors from losing their property to foreclosure.
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July 20, 2025
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Great booking divide: Has modern socialising broken us?
Recently, I've noticed a split among my friends and acquaintances. On one side, hopping around like excitable bunnies, are what I'd call the super schedulers.
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July 20, 2025
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Ceasefire order fails to halt fighting in Druze heartland
Syrian Bedouin and their allies fought Druze fighters in the community's Sweida heartland for a seventh day on Saturday despite a ceasefire ordered by the government following a US-brokered deal to avert further Israeli military intervention.
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July 20, 2025
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Senate clears bill to end death penalty for key offences
The Senate has passed a law seeking to abolish the death penalty for harbouring hijackers and publicly stripping a woman off her clothes amid voices of concern and dissent from both sides of the divide.
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July 20, 2025
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UAE shares model for women empowerment in New York
The UAE has reaffirmed the critical role of women empowerment and gender equality in achieving the United Nations’ (UN) 2030 Agenda during the 2025 High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) on Sustainable Development in New York.
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July 20, 2025
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Chappell predicts fourth Test to be toughest exam for Gill, questions Jadeja's approach in third match
Former India head coach Greg Chappell believes the upcoming Old Trafford Test against England is shaping up to be the biggest examination for Shubman Gill in his time as India's captain, adding that he needs to bring composure and clarity in his actions to ensure the series is alive.
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July 20, 2025
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Car drives into Hollywood crowd, leaving dozens injured
A car drove into a crowd outside a nightclub in Hollywood early on Saturday, injuring more than two dozen people, including the driver who was pulled out of the car and attacked, authorities said.
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July 20, 2025
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Here's how to not lose your mind when applying for jobs
Solidarity: that is what I wish to offer our beleaguered Gen Zs in this, their time of need. The culture wars often seek to divide my kind (millennials) from yours (genuine young people), but we shall be divided no longer. For now, finally, we really do have common ground that binds us: getting the fuzzy end of the lollipop when it comes to finding gainful employment.
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July 20, 2025
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Arensman wins 14th stage, Pogacar retains overall Tour de France lead
Thymen Arensman gave Ineos-Grenadiers something to cheer about, despite a doping cloud hanging over the team, as he won the 14th stage of the Tour de France following a superb solo ride in the 182.6-km mountain trek between Pau and Superbagneres on Saturday.
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July 20, 2025
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Dominant Spain see off spirited Swiss to reach Women's Euro 2025 semi-finals
Spain reached the semifinals of Women’s Euro 2025 on Friday after battling past Switzerland 2-0 as the world champions continued their bid for a first-ever European crown.
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July 20, 2025
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Dutch delight for Chiefs after disappointing tour finally ends
Grey clouds and rain proved an appropriate backdrop for South African club Kaizer Chiefs as they completed a disappointing preseason tour of the Netherlands by losing 2-1 to FC Twente.
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July 20, 2025
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Rahul questions PM over Trump's jet war claim
India’s opposition leader has called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to clarify US President Donald Trump's claim that five fighter jets were downed during the recent conflict between Pakistan and India.
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