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Island nation’s treaty with Australia raises concerns over loss of cultural heritage

Tuvalu’s recent treaty with Australia allows its citizens to migrate for work and study opportunities abroad. While migration offers new options, concerns exist regarding the preservation of cultural heritage. Traditional buildings and construction skills might be at risk as populations shift. Researchers are documenting Tuvalu’s architectural history through photographs and digital models. Decisions on migration

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Ireland’s Indian-origin pacer Moondra creates cricket history with 6/26 figures

Ireland pacer Jai Moondra made history against Namibia in the fourth ODI, taking six wickets for just 26 runs in 10 overs. His performance set a new record for Ireland’s best bowling figures in international cricket, surpassing Josh Little’s 6/36. Ireland won the match by 130 runs to level the five-match series 2-2, with the

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Patrick Mahomes and wife Brittany bring holiday joy to Kansas City families

In December 2023, Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes rallied together for EarlyStart’s Clothing Kits for Kids campaign, aimed at aiding Kansas City families with much-needed winter apparel. Their charity, 15 and the Mahomies, generously provided several clothing kits to those in need. A thankful mother applauded the couple’s dedication to supporting children and schools throughout

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Jewish banker’s heirs sue Sotheby’s over £1.2m ‘Nazi-looted’ painting

A prized artwork by Camille Pissarro is embroiled in a contentious legal battle initiated by the heirs of Salomon Flavian. They assert that the piece was taken by the Nazis during WWII and argue that they were not adequately involved in a prior settlement. Sotheby’s counters, insisting the sale was aboveboard and legally sound. This

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Hope Diamond was mailed in a plain brown package for just $145 in 1958

The Hope Diamond embarked on a remarkable journey in 1958 when it was sent as registered mail to the Smithsonian Institution for safekeeping. This precious gem, with its origins in India, has a captivating royal history. American jeweller Harry Winston generously donated it to the museum after obtaining it from Evalyn Walsh McLean’s estate in

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82% disapprove of Trump. So why are fewer Indian Americans identifying as Democrats?

Ahead of the November 3 US midterms, fresh polling shows Indian Americans strongly favour Democrats on the economy and in congressional races. But a six-year decline in Democratic identification, growing political exhaustion and dissatisfaction with both parties suggest a more complicated relationship with the party.

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Udupi man dies by suicide at govt hospital after being thrased by girlfriend’s kin

Pradeep, a 27-year-old man from Nairkodi, was assaulted by the family of his girlfriend after an alleged altercation. The incident occurred on October 27, when several of the girl’s brothers attacked him, causing severe injuries. After being hospitalized due to the assault, Pradeep expressed his distress and received threats from the girl’s family. On October

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