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Ariana Grande sent Christmas gifts to children at four Manchester hospitals

Ariana Grande maintains a tradition of sending Christmas gifts to children in hospitals across Greater Manchester. Her donations reached four hospitals, including Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital and North Manchester General Hospital. Grande began this charitable connection following the tragic Manchester Arena attack in 2017, which claimed 22 lives. Over the years, her repeated contributions have comforted young patients during difficult festive seasons.

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France protests turn violent: Fires, looting and 1,200 arrests; Macron vows action

French President Emmanuel Macron has vowed strict action against those involved in arson, looting and attacks on public buildings after violent clashes erupted across France during nationwide demonstrations against the rising cost of living and deteriorating public services. More than 1,200 people were arrested as police clashed with protesters in Paris and several other cities on Saturday, with dozens of shops and public buildings damaged.

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Prices of 137 cancer drugs to fall by up to 70% from November 9

In good news for cancer patients, prices of 137 drugs are set to be reduced by up to 70% from Nov 9, with govt capping trade margins by 30%. Drug prices regulator National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) Saturday notified the 137 non-scheduled anti-cancer drugs to address the issue of excessive trade margins, invoking Paragraph 19 of DPCO, 2013.

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'Efficacy of curbs not proved': SC against blanket internet ban on kids over safety

Raising citizens’ right to access and use of internet to the level of fundamental right, Supreme Court has held that even children are entitled to that right and said it does not endorse imposing in the name of safety a blanket ban on children accessing internet. At the same time, it favoured restricting access to content that is inherently harmful to kids.

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Martha’s Vineyard rejects 54-acre housing plan after seven marathon meetings

Martha's Vineyard's planning board has turned down the Katama Meadows housing initiative after thorough discussions. This project sought to meet housing demands through a mix of affordable and market-rate homes catering to essential workers. However, environmental concerns regarding nitrogen pollution and the inclusion of luxury properties raised significant opposition, leading to the decision. The land remains with the developers, who may consider a revised proposal in the future.

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'War booty': Cheap iPhone 18s advertised in Tehran after Hormuz shipwreck

Apple's iPhone 18 smartphones are being advertised in Tehran at unusually low prices as “war booty”, with sellers claiming the devices were recovered from a cargo ship that sank near the Strait of Hormuz, Iran International reported on Saturday.

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Legal profession is not for faint-hearted: CJI Surya Kant at NLSIU

Two months after students of National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru, opposed his presence on the campus, CJI Surya Kant addressed them at the convocation ceremony and said the legal profession is not for the faint-hearted as it demands intellectual independence coupled with fairness and hearing a person before judging.

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19 killed in Kolkata stampede; CM Suvendu announces jobs, Rs 25 lakh for kin

West Bengal chief minister Suvendu Adhikari on Saturday announced a compensation of Rs 25 lakh and a government job for the family of each person killed in a stampede at the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in north Kolkata.

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Drone LiDAR finds 3 unregistered Aboriginal rock shelters in Australian bushland

Researchers utilized drone technology to discover three previously unregistered Aboriginal rock shelters in the Blue Mountains region, revealing significant cultural heritage. Collaboration with the Dharug Custodian Aboriginal Corporation ensured accurate documentation of red hand stencils and stone artifacts. This innovative approach may improve archaeological surveys in difficult-to-navigate areas, thereby preserving cultural heritage. Ongoing efforts will assess the method's applicability to different Australian landscapes, ensuring continued protection.

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