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Jackie Chan became the face of a campaign to save one of the world’s most trafficked mammals; his Kung Fu Pangolin campaign urged China to stop buying their scales

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Jackie Chan became the face of a campaign to save one of the world's most trafficked mammals; his Kung Fu Pangolin campaign urged China to stop buying their scales

Jackie Chan, one of China’s best-known film stars, became the face of a high-profile campaign in 2017 aimed at reducing demand for pangolin products and helping protect one of the world’s most trafficked mammals. The campaign, called “Kung Fu Pangolin”, used Chan’s martial-arts image to deliver a simple message to consumers in China and Vietnam, … Read more

In the 1940s, Seabiscuit retired to a California ranch; decades later its redwoods, oak woodlands and wetlands became a conservation priority

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In the 1940s, Seabiscuit retired to a California ranch; decades later its redwoods, oak woodlands and wetlands became a conservation priority

​George Woolf on Seabiscuit (Image: Wikipedia) For years, Ridgewood Ranch in Mendocino County, California, was known primarily as the place where Seabiscuit, one of America’s most famous racehorses, spent his retirement. After a remarkable racing career, the champion arrived at the ranch in 1940, where he lived until his death in 1947. But the property’s … Read more

Why is Natalie Harp named in a lawsuit? Latest update on Trump and his top White House aides

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Natalie Harp and Dan Scavino, two prominent aides in Donald Trump’s White House, are facing a lawsuit alongside the President regarding a service that would provide purchasers with early access to Trump’s posts on Truth Social. Natalie Harp and Dan Scavino join Trump in a lawsuit over proposed fees for early access to his Truth … Read more

What to know about a reported US airstrike that hit a wedding in Iran

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What to know about a reported US airstrike that hit a wedding in Iran

CAIRO — A U.S. missile hit a home in southern Iran where dozens were gathered to celebrate the wedding of a fisherman’s daughter, according to a rights group and Iranian media. What to know about a reported US airstrike that hit a wedding in Iran Iranian state media said four people — two women and … Read more

Another body recovered after ferry capsizes off northern Cyprus: official

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Another body recovered after ferry capsizes off northern Cyprus: official

Search and rescue teams recovered the body of one of 20 people missing after a passenger ferry capsized off northern Cyprus, officials said on Wednesday, bringing the death toll to at least nine. Another body recovered after ferry capsizes off northern Cyprus: official The ferry carrying 267 people sank on Sunday shortly after leaving Kyrenia … Read more

Louisville fire: Videos from 2nd and Hill streets show massive blaze as firefighter is injured | Watch

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A structure fire broke out on 2nd and Hill streets in Louisville, Kentuckyon Wednesday afternoon. Representational. (Unsplash) At least one firefighter was injured as the room of the one of the buildings collapsed, local CBS affiliate WLKY reported. The Louisville fire department confirmed that at least two buildings are on fire, currently. Louisville Fire Department … Read more

Gold price outlook September 2026: Could gold recover after falling 22% from record high?

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Gold prices have started September well below their record high. As of September 2, 2026, spot gold was trading at $4,333.35 per ounce, according to the latest market data. The price was down 2.75%, or $122.51, from the previous close of $4,455.86. Gold prices fall below the 2026 record high as investors watch interest rates … Read more

Jury in Malta acquits businessman in killing of investigative journalist

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Jury in Malta acquits businessman in killing of investigative journalist

VALLETA, Malta — A jury in Malta on Wednesday acquitted the Maltese businessman accused of being the mastermind of the 2017 car bomb killing of crusading investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. Jury in Malta acquits businessman in killing of investigative journalist Caruana Galizia’s killing shocked Europe, led to protests that toppled a prime minister and … Read more

Cassandra Wilson cause of death: What happened to the 2-time Grammy winning jazz singer?

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Two-time Grammy-winning jazz singer, Cassandra Wilson, passed away at her home in Jackson, Mississippiher longtime manager announced. Wilson passed away “peacefully at home” on September 2, Wednesday. She was 70. Cassandra Wilson, jazz singer, died at 70. (Cassandra Wilson/ Instagram) Robert Torre, who has managed the singer for over 20 years, released a statement to … Read more

Macron, King Charles hail UK-France ties after viewing Bayeux Tapestry

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Macron, King Charles hail UK-France ties after viewing Bayeux Tapestry

French President Emmanuel Macron and King Charles III hailed their countries’ ties Wednesday after previewing the landmark Bayeux Tapestry exhibition in London, as France’s leader kicked off a two-day UK visit. Macron, King Charles hail UK-France ties after viewing Bayeux Tapestry The pair and their wives were joined by British Prime Minister Andy Burnham at … Read more