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LIVE: Red carpet at Gaza war film 'NAZA' premiere in VeniceCulture

Red carpet arrivals are taking place for the Venice premiere of “NAZA,” a documentary examining Israel’s killing of civilians in Gaza. Directed by Israeli filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, it is the only documentary among the 21 films competing for this year’s Golden Lion.

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The Robotics Revolution Won’t Be Humanoid | Build ModeTech

Robotics is experiencing an AI boom, but the industry should not expect a ChatGPT-style breakthrough. On Build Mode, host Isabelle Johannesen speaks with Mbodi co-founder Xavier Chi about the startup’s natural-language software for teaching industrial robots new skills and what followed Mbodi’s popular live demonstration at Startup Battlefield.

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PM Wong says PAP government does not believe in using higher pay to attract political candidatesPolitics4:45

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong warned that political leadership could deteriorate if the government cannot attract enough capable people, making the system impossible to rebuild. Speaking near the end of a parliamentary debate, he addressed questions on political talent, ministerial assessment transparency and mayors, while rejecting the idea that higher pay is used to entice people into politics.

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Why Yemen’s Mokha port matters for global trade and the Red SeaWorld

Yemen’s port city of Mokha is at the centre of a battle with major strategic consequences for the Red Sea and global trade. Control of Mokha and the nearby coastline offers leverage over the Bab al-Mandab Strait, a crucial route for oil, gas and food shipments. The report also examines Mokha’s historic coffee trade and the conflict’s devastating humanitarian toll, with tens of thousands of civilians displaced.

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Stocks, Bonds Fall After PPI Data as US Oil Tops $100Economy

Stocks and bonds fell after the release of producer-price data, while U.S. oil rose above $100. The program also covered global rate hikes, Iran’s nuclear risk, Apple and the potential impact of 5% Treasury yields on stocks.

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Tan See Leng says he would not have entered politics if money came firstPolitics

Singapore Trade and Industry Minister Tan See Leng says the country could lose capable talent if the financial cost of entering politics becomes too high. He argues that the opportunity cost for people joining government while still at the peak of their careers should be reduced. A former doctor, Tan left a nearly 30-year career to enter politics in 2020.

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Israel's role in Jordan's water crisisWorld

An agreement with Israel had provided Jordan with 50 million cubic meters of water annually from the Sea of Galilee, but it expired this year. The flow has now dwindled to a trickle, affecting millions of people in cities such as Amman.

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Premier Doug Ford speaks to reportersPolitics

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is expected to speak to reporters around noon Thursday after earlier remarks at the Toronto Region Board of Trade.

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Céline Dion loves Paris, but do other performers?Culture

Paris may currently be ‘Céline City’ amid the frenzy over Céline Dion’s comeback concerts. The programme examines why Dion chose Paris, whether international musicians tour in France as much as elsewhere in Europe, and why France may lag behind on mega-venues.

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Workers’ Party backs MP allowance increase but questions ministerial pay formulaPolitics

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said higher ministerial salaries are not intended to entice people into politics, arguing that the desire to serve must come first. More than 10 MPs spoke during a four-hour parliamentary debate after the government announced a one-off increase of up to 9% under recommendations to update political salaries. The Workers’ Party supported parts of the review but questioned the formula for ministerial pay.

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Is a shaky U.S. bond market good for Canada? | Front BurnerEconomy

Many economists consider bonds the world's most important financial market, but current conditions resemble the period before the 2008 financial crisis. The episode examines what that could mean for Canada and the trade war.

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Why Houthi control of Mocha matters for Red Sea securityWorld

The Houthis’ seizure of Yemen’s port city of Mocha could significantly affect maritime security in the Red Sea. Analyst Rashid Al Mohannadi says the situation is still fluid, with the next 48 to 72 hours potentially crucial as government forces consider whether they can retake the city with Saudi support.

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Alberta First Nation invokes treaty clause to create gender-affirming care safe havenSociety

Saddle Lake First Nation has invoked a 150-year-old treaty clause to create a “safe haven” for gender-affirming care on its reserve. It says the move will let medical staff provide protected, uninterrupted care to transgender and Two-Spirit youth, following Alberta legislation barring doctors from prescribing puberty blockers or hormone therapy to children under 16.

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Trump pledges $5,000 for every US adult if GOP wins midtermsPolitics

Donald Trump has pledged to give every US adult $5,000 if Republicans win the midterm elections. The plan would likely cost more than $1 trillion, require congressional approval and further worsen the nearly $1.8 trillion annual budget deficit, while heightening inflation concerns.

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Film industry has built a ‘solid bridge’ between Canada and U.S., TIFF CEO saysCulture6:10

The Toronto International Film Festival has introduced The Market to connect filmmakers with global buyers for film packaging and distribution. CEO Cameron Bailey says TIFF is unique in North America because it hosts a festival and a market at the same time, amid a new era of U.S. protectionism.

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Malaysia politics: Electoral strategy in focus at UMNO annual assemblyPolitics

Malaysia’s largest party, UMNO, is holding its annual general assembly this week. Its ties with Islamist party PAS and the possibility of an early release for jailed former prime minister Najib Razak are among the key issues, as UMNO looks toward the next general election after consecutive state election victories in Johor and Negeri Sembilan.

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