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Millions brace for rare fall nor’easter along the East CoastWorld

Millions in the Northeast are preparing for a rare September nor’easter bringing strong winds and heavy rain. The storm is expected to produce dangerous conditions in parts of the East Coast through the weekend.

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Andy Burnham ‘prepared’ to deliver radical change despite economic challengesPolitics

UK prime minister Andy Burnham tells the Guardian that, after a difficult fiscal period, he is prepared to make changes on the issues worrying people rather than constantly playing the political game. He says this is needed to shift the public’s perception of politics.

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Why did 700,000 people turn out for Pope Leo in secular France?Culture

Pope Leo XIV’s open-air Mass in central Paris drew an estimated 700,000 people. Crowds filled the Champs-Élysées as he travelled by popemobile to Place de la Concorde, a site closely tied to the French Republic, prompting debate in a country where Catholic affiliation has declined for decades and secularism is a strict tradition.

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Trump threatens ‘annihilation’ as Iran war brings new Hormuz talks and moreWorld

Developments in the Iran war this week included Donald Trump threatening to drive Iran “into hell with no chance of survival,” while Benjamin Netanyahu said the Iranian regime’s collapse was “only a matter of time.” US and Iranian negotiators resumed talks on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and the Navy reported eight suicide attempts aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln during its deployment.

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Saturday Sessions: Karina Rykman performs “Shoegaze Summer”Culture

New York City native Karina Rykman has earned praise for her standout live performances. She recently marked the release of her studio album “Late Checkout” at Zabar’s, becoming the first band to play at the iconic Upper West Side delicatessen, before performing “Shoegaze Summer.”

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Saturday Sessions: Karina Rykman performs “Easy, Rider”Culture

New York City native Karina Rykman, a singer-songwriter and bassist, is praised for her can’t-miss live performances. She recently marked the release of her studio album “Late Checkout” at Zabar’s, becoming the first band to perform at the iconic Upper West Side delicatessen.

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Saturday Sessions: Karina Rykman performs “Late Checkout”Culture

New York City native Karina Rykman, praised for her captivating live performances, recently celebrated the release of her new studio album, “Late Checkout,” at Zabar’s. She became the first band to perform at the Upper West Side delicatessen and performs the album’s title track.

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Asian Games 2026: Singapore sprinter Shanti Pereira reaches 200m finalSports

Singapore sprint star Shanti Pereira advanced comfortably to Sunday’s 200-metre final after posting the fastest qualifying time in the heats. She is seeking to become the first woman to win consecutive Asian Games titles in the event. Olympian Stephenie Chen finished fourth in the women’s Kayak Single 500m in 2:00.617, narrowly missing a medal.

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CNA Explains: How Singaporeans can stay prepared as terror threats evolveSociety

Singapore marks a decade of the SGSecure movement this year as the terrorism threat remains high and continues to change. Although more people report familiarity with emergency preparedness skills, recent experiments indicate that knowing what to do may not always lead to action.

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New President’s Award to honour top early childhood professionalsSociety

A new President’s Award will be introduced next year to recognise early childhood professionals, becoming the sector’s highest individual honour. Social and Family Development Minister Masagos Zulkifli said it demonstrates the government’s commitment to advancing the profession and encourages educators to keep raising standards.

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Internet restricted after fighting breaks out in Ethiopia’s Tigray regionWorld

Internet and phone services have been disrupted in Tigray after fighting erupted this week between regional forces and Ethiopia’s national army. Reuters sources say the Tigray People’s Liberation Front ordered the blackout, possibly to interfere with government drones. The TPLF has not commented.

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Supporting women: Survey finds younger women hesitant to discuss mental health at workSociety

Only one in five younger women in Singapore feel comfortable raising mental-health concerns with their bosses or HR, a study of 2,300 women by the PAP Women’s Wing and NTUC Women and Family found. The groups say the findings will inform efforts to improve workplace support for mental health, caregiving and menopause.

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FDA approves first mRNA flu shotHealth

The FDA has approved the first mRNA flu shot. Public health expert Dr. Omer Awan discusses how the new vaccine could offer better protection against influenza and who is eligible to receive it.

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