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«Mirror» (mirror.co.uk) 

How much will Keir Starmer earn as Prime Minister?

As the newly elected Prime Minister of the UK, Labour leader Keir Starmer will earn a whopping six-figure salary - although he might not get paid all of his entitlement

The Punch 

Police kill nine kidnappers during Lagos operation

The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the killing of nine kidnappers in the Ladipo area of the state. PUNCH Online gathered that the kidnappers were attempting to abduct someone on Thursday when the police foiled their operation. The state Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the development to our correspondent, adding that the

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InsideHoops.com 

Miami Heat sign Keshad Johnson to two-way contract

The Miami Heat recently signed forward Keshad Johnson to a two-way contract. Johnson, who was a Pac-12 All-Defensive Team honorable mention and a semifinalist for the Karl Malone Power Forward of the Year Award, started all 36 games for Arizona during his senior season and averaged 11.5 points, 5.9 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.00 steals and … Continue reading "Miami Heat sign Keshad Johnson to two-way contract"

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

Rishi Sunak's campaign to stay British PM showed his lack of political touch

Rishi Sunak’s campaign to remain Britain’s prime minister showed a lack of political touch. The Conservative Party’s problems were grave before the election but missteps by Britain’s first multimillionaire prime minister contributed to the party's defeat. Predecessors such as Tony Blair and Boris Johnson were politically divergent but able to connect with voters. As for Sunak, he didn’t have to call the election until Jan. 2025. He defied political advice by doing so in May — with Conservative support dwindling steadily amid an economic slump... Читать дальше...

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

In China, dog and cat weddings soar as govt struggles to encourage human marriages

Pet weddings are gaining popularity in China as government policies struggle to encourage human marriages amid a declining population and low birth rates. In 2023, spending on pets rose to 279.3 billion yuan ($38.41 billion). Owners are splurging on lavish ceremonies, with professionals catering to the trend. Many young Chinese, delaying their own marriages, celebrate their pets instead.

Haaretz.com 

The reoccupation of Gaza will not bring security, or deterrence, back to Israel

Unlike in 1967, when it was initially captured, Gaza now has no local leadership, no civil infrastructure, no economy, no housing and no hope for a future. Long term control over Gaza will be a burden on Israel's economy and military, and a population with nothing to lose can't be deterred