In Afghanistan, musicians defy music ban to keep traditions alive

The Independent - Oct 30, 2026

Music has been banned in Afghanistan for five years, with the ruling Taliban only allowing religious tunes

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Oct 30, 2026

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PH to get additional US defense fund, warship from Japan

Oct 30, 2026

PH to get additional US defense fund, warship from Japan

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines has received commitments for increased defense modernization program funding from the United States and the fast-tracked transfer of a decommissioned warship from Japan amid continuing maritime friction in its territorial waters. Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. held talks with US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth in Cebu on Wednesday on

'Star Trek' legend Patrick Stewart's Hollywood plans laid bare days before his death

Oct 30, 2026

'Star Trek' legend Patrick Stewart's Hollywood plans laid bare days before his death

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From A-League champions to liquidation sale - inside the auction of Western United's remaining assets

Oct 30, 2026

From A-League champions to liquidation sale - inside the auction of Western United's remaining assets

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Gibo Teodoro rejects China claim PH abused Asean chairmanship

Oct 30, 2026

Gibo Teodoro rejects China claim PH abused Asean chairmanship

MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto “Gibo” Teodoro Jr. on Thursday rejected China’s accusation that the Philippines abused its chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) defense meetings to obstruct Beijing’s participation, saying the allegation did not reflect the regional bloc’s position. “Insofar as Asean is concerned, I do not believe our Asean

Mushroom killer Erin Patterson loses appeal as top court says she will die in prison for ‘shocking’ crimes

Oct 30, 2026

Mushroom killer Erin Patterson loses appeal as top court says she will die in prison for ‘shocking’ crimes

Victoria’s highest court removes possibility of parole for woman convicted of triple murder

An Ohio appeals court on Oct 26 upheld a zoning ban on Airbnb rentals in a 140-home neighbourhood

Oct 30, 2026

An Ohio appeals court on Oct 26 upheld a zoning ban on Airbnb rentals in a 140-home neighbourhood

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A $295 million Malibu mansion by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Tadao Ando was quietly on the market when Kanye West came unannounced

Oct 30, 2026

A $295 million Malibu mansion by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Tadao Ando was quietly on the market when Kanye West came unannounced

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Maine Forest Protections Secure Jobs: Coalition preserves 27,000 acres; working forest still supports timber, recreation

Oct 30, 2026

Maine Forest Protections Secure Jobs: Coalition preserves 27,000 acres; working forest still supports timber, recreation

In a remarkable achievement, over 27,000 acres of forestland in western Maine have been safeguarded through collaborative conservation efforts. This extensive initiative spanned six years, bringing together environmental groups, state agencies, and local trusts. Preserving this land is vital for ensuring clean drinking water for more than 200,000 residents while supporting timber jobs and enhancing recreational opportunities and habitats for wildlife in the area.

Iran says four tankers on fire after hitting mines in Strait of Hormuz

Oct 30, 2026

Iran says four tankers on fire after hitting mines in Strait of Hormuz

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‘Club Kid’ Stars Cara Delevingne & Jordan Firstman Share Red Carpet Kiss at NYC Movie Premiere!

Oct 30, 2026

‘Club Kid’ Stars Cara Delevingne & Jordan Firstman Share Red Carpet Kiss at NYC Movie Premiere!

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Rishab Shetty’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Epic ‘The Pride of Bharat’ Lands T-Series, Set as Two-Part Saga (EXCLUSIVE)

Oct 30, 2026

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