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Topsy and Tim author Jean Adamson dies at 96

Children’s author Jean Adamson, known for the Topsy and Tim series of books, has died aged 96, her family has confirmed. In a statement released by publisher Ladybird Books, the family said they were announcing with “deep sorrow” that Adamson died on Sunday. Adamson created the Topsy and Tim series, which follows the adventures of […]

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«Star Tribune» (startribune.com) 

Satanic display removed from Minnesota State Capitol

The display just off the main rotunda of the Minnesota Capitol drew strong reactions, from disgust to jubilation of the freedom of religion. As of Wednesday morning, a sign said it was “temporarily unavailable.”

New York Post 

Arkansas was the most popular place to move to in 2024: Study

A new study found that Arkansas, known for its natural beauty, was the most popular state to move to in 2024, with Americans citing job opportunities, proximity to friends and family and affordability as their primary moving motivators.

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

New charges target ex-Miami congressman for lobbying on behalf of sanctioned Venezuelan tycoon

A grand jury in Washington has returned an indictment against former Congressman David Rivera for failing to register as a foreign agent of a sanctioned Venezuelan media tycoon on whose behalf the Miami Republican allegedly lobbied the Trump administration. The indictment is the second criminal complaint to examine Rivera’s relationship to Raúl Gorrín, a billionaire businessman charged in 2018 and again in 2024 with bribing senior Venezuelan officials. The indictment unsealed on Wednesday alleges that Rivera... Читать дальше...

BigNewsNetwork.com 

India-China discuss measures to maintain peace on border at 23rd Special Representatives meet

New Delhi [India], December 18 (ANI): The 23rd Meeting of the Special Representatives (SRs) of India and China, was held in Beijing on Wednesday, with discussions focussed on maintaining peace and tranquillity along the border. The meeting was attended by Ajit Doval, National Security Advisor (NSA) and Wang Yi, China's Foreign Minister and Member of the CPC Central Committee. Doval also invited Wang Yi to visit India at a

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Cummins, Lyon present signed Australian Jersey to Ravichandran Ashwin

Brisbane [Australia], December 18 (ANI): Skipper Pat Cummins and top Aussie spinner Nathan Lyon on Wednesday presented a signed Australian Jersey to Ravichandran Ashwin as he bid adieu to cricket. It took many by surprise when Ashwin walked out with India captain Rohit Sharma to announce his international retirement. The signs were there for the fans to see when a camera caught Ashwin and Virat Kohli sharing a heartfelt m

BigNewsNetwork.com (sports) 

"Ultimate competitor": James Foster on Ravichandran Ashwin's retirement from Tests

Kandy [Sri Lanka], December 18 (ANI): Former England wicketkeeper-batter James Foster applauded India's off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin following his retirement from the longest format of the game after the completion of the Brisbane Test on Wednesday. India's celebrated off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin revealed his decision to retire from international cricket moments after the Brisbane Test ended in a draw. "He's a world

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Your incredible career inspired millions beyond the boundaries: Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin congratulates R Ashwin for stellar career

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], December 18 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Wednesday praised Ravichandran Ashwin following his retirement from international cricket, stating that the talismanic spinner has inspired millions beyond boundaries with his remarkable career. Ashwin surprised many when he walked out with India captain Rohit Sharma to announce his international retirement. The hints were there for fa