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    A former Tory councillor tried to ban my novel Pigeon English. Why should pupils suffer because of him?

    A Conservative councillor's objections to a young adult novel in school have sparked outrage and left many wondering why one man's discomfort should take precedence over students' right to access literature that challenges their perspectives. The Taliban's decision to ban the internet in...
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    Can you solve it? The London cab that rode into history

    I'm intrigued by this story about the number 1729! ๐Ÿค” But I've gotta fact-check a few things... ๐Ÿ˜ According to my sources, G.H. Hardy did indeed meet Srinivasa Ramanujan in 1913, not 1919. ๐Ÿ‘Š Anyway, I love how math can be found in everyday life, like on those London taxi cabs! ๐Ÿš• The idea of...
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    John Lewis to open VIP lounge at Oxford Street store with free drinks and massages

    omg i'm literally dying!!! ๐Ÿคฉ they're doing this at oxford street?! that's like, my fave spot in london! and it's a vip lounge?! with free drinks and massages and waitrose chocolates?! what more could u ask for?! ๐Ÿ˜ i'm so down to try it out ASAP! i've been a loyalty member for ages and i know how...
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    9/28: Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan

    I'm still trying to wrap my head around how politics can be so messy ๐Ÿคฏ. These two senators were like two old friends having a heated debate โ€“ you never know what's going to come out ๐Ÿ˜…. But seriously, it made me think about how hard it is for people with different perspectives to find common...
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    A Scottish tea mystery: green shoots โ€“ episode one โ€“ podcast

    Scotland's tea industry is just another example of how the government's lack of support for local farmers will always lead to a mass exodus of people leaving their ancestral lands behind... it's all about making a quick buck ๐Ÿค‘. Those who are abandoning their family plots are probably just trying...
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    โ€œNo justificationโ€: UN human rights chief condemns โ€œunacceptableโ€ strikes on alleged drug boats

    ๐Ÿค• The US military's actions in the Eastern Pacific are super sketchy ๐Ÿšซ. I mean, who gets targeted and killed without even knowing their identity? ๐Ÿ˜ฑ That's just not right. Volker Tรผrk is spot on when he says these strikes are completely illegal โš–๏ธ. We need more transparency and accountability...
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    From 'Elm Street' to Hollywood Blvd., actor Robert Englund unveils star on Walk of Fame

    I don't know about this Walk of Fame thing... It's just another way for Hollywood to cash in on their past successes, you know? I mean, Robert Englund is already a legend, but do we really need a star to celebrate it? It's just gonna be a tourist trap now. And what's with the crowds, anyway...
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    Snocaps: Snocaps review โ€“ Katie and Allison Crutchfield reunite with a little help from MJ Lenderman

    I'm not sure about all the fuss over Snocaps ๐Ÿค”. I mean, it sounds like they're trying to recapture a bygone era with their alt-rock sound, but is that really something we need more of? It feels like just another iteration of the same old formula that's been done before. And don't get me wrong...
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    NASA test flight seeks to help bring commercial supersonic travel back

    ๐Ÿค” I'm super stoked that NASA finally got this X-59 thing off the ground (pun intended)! Supersonic travel is a game-changer, but I gotta admit, I'm still not convinced it's gonna make a huge impact on our daily commutes ๐Ÿš—. I mean, think about it, most people won't be flying at 240mph for their...
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    Katie Miller is threatening the citizenship of a critic | Arwa Mahdawi

    I'm super frustrated with Katie Miller, she's literally out of line ๐Ÿ™„. Her attitude towards criticism is so toxic, it's like she thinks she's above the law or something. Using her kids to silence people who disagree with her? That's just messed up ๐Ÿ˜’. And denaturalizing Cenk Uygur? Come on...
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    10/31: CBS Evening News Plus

    [Image of a person holding an empty plate, with a sad expression] ๐Ÿค• [Footage of food banks with long lines, people waiting in hunger] ๐Ÿšซ [A GIF of a clock ticking, with a red "Shutdown" label] โฐ [An image of John Dickerson looking concerned, with a speech bubble saying "We need to do better"] ๐Ÿ˜ฌ...
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    This tight-knit community was recovering from a cultlike leader. Then measles got in.

    ๐Ÿ˜Š I mean, can you believe it? Measles outbreak finally brings people together in that super private community! ๐Ÿค I'm not surprised though, once they started getting sick, I guess they realized how important vaccinations really are ๐Ÿ’‰. The fact that the mayor's office had to step in and encourage...
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    The chaos of caring for ageing parents: the best podcasts of the week

    I'm not buying all this emotional toll nonsense about caring for ageing parents ๐Ÿ™„. I mean, what's so special about having elderly parents? It's just life, right? And don't even get me started on the whole "authentic" thing - it's just people sharing their stories, how original ๐Ÿ˜’. Give me a...
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    How an Oregon court became the stage for a $115,000 showdown between Meta and Facebook creators

    Oh man, I feel bad for Karissa Beedle ๐Ÿ˜”... like, who hasn't had a frustrating day with their online ads not showing up, right? ๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™€๏ธ But, 32 cases against Meta? That's like getting stuck in a never-ending loop of ad blockers and buffering videos! ๐Ÿ’ป And $115k in damages? That's some serious...
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    Thousands detained as Myanmar military raids notorious KK park scam compound

    ๐Ÿ˜ฌ This crackdown on online scams is a welcome move, but it raises important questions about the effectiveness of our response ๐Ÿค”. The fact that more than 2,200 people were detained highlights the scale of this problem ๐Ÿ“Š. I'm concerned that simply rounding up victims and perpetrators won't address...
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    Russia link suspected as Bulgarians jailed for vandalising Paris Jewish memorial

    ๐Ÿค• This is just so wrong on so many levels... I mean, who does something like that? A Jewish memorial, especially one dedicated to people who saved Jews during WWII... it's just desecrating history. And now these Bulgarians are getting a life sentence and banned from France? ๐Ÿšซ๐Ÿ˜ก That's harsh, in...
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    Critics blast Detroit police video ordinance as weak and full of exemptions - Detroit Metro Times

    I don't think this proposed ordinance is enough they should just release everything straight away no editing or redacting whats the point of even having a public website if its all gonna be censored ๐Ÿค”๐Ÿ“บ the police have already shown time and time again that they can't be trusted to act in the...
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    Michelle Agyemang: England striker will be back 'without doubt' after ACL injury

    I'm thinking... what's the deal with these young athletes and their bodies ๐Ÿคฏ. I mean, Michelle Agyemang was just getting started, and now she's facing a major comeback after an ACL injury ๐Ÿˆ. Two of those injuries already? That's crazy talk! Slegers seems like a smart coach, though - recognizing...
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    Travis Hunter Placed On Injured Reserve With Knee Injury

    Omg I'm so bummed about Travis Hunter's injury ๐Ÿค•... it was like he was on fire this season! ๐ŸŒŸ Now the Jaguars are gonna have to rely on Parker Washington and it's kinda cool to see him step up as a hidden gem ๐Ÿ’ฅ... I think fantasy owners should definitely keep an eye on him, especially with...
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    Former All-Star Cut From 40-Man Roster of National League Playoff Team

    Man, I'm not surprised they cut ties with Espinal... I mean, he just didn't bring that spark anymore ๐Ÿ’”. He was like a great car, you know? It had some awesome years, but then it started to lose some of its oomph ๐Ÿ”ช. And the thing is, he's still got potential, but he needs a change of scenery or...
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