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Hisense E7 QLED TVs drop to record-low prices from 65-inch to 100-inch, with the 100-inch model at $1,697.99. Packed with native 144Hz, Dolby Vision IQ, and Fire TV Alexa, these deals make premium 2026 TV accessible.
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The Roborock Saros 10R robot vacuum and mop drops to $899.99—a 44% discount—featuring 22,000 Pa suction, ultra-slim design, and auto-empty docking for hands-free cleaning.
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Apple's AirPods Max 2 headphones are now $120 off on Amazon, dropping to $429 from $549.99. Packing the H2 chip, adaptive noise cancellation, and spatial audio, they hit near-historic low prices.
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The Insta360 Flow 2 Pro AI Tracker Bundle drops to $154.99 on Amazon offering 32% off with 360-degree subject tracking three-axis stabilization and a built-in tripod for hands-free vlogging and travel footage.
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Mauritius imposed a night curfew after violent riots erupted following a police shooting during protests over water shortages and the cost of living. The unrest has led to roadblocks, vandalism and school closures across the island.
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Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer and underwent successful surgery to remove part of his right lung, raising questions about his papacy's future pace and the Church's direction.
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The Australian Defence Force confirms a hidden video recording device was found aboard HMAS Leeuwin in Cairns, sparking concerns about privacy and safety for female sailors.
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US inflation accelerated to 3.7% in the year to September, driven by sharp gasoline price spikes, just weeks before key midterm elections. The surprise rise intensifies cost-of-living pressures facing voters.
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A search operation continues off the Isle of Lewis after a fishing boat sank, leaving one crew member dead and two others missing, as authorities battle severe weather.
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres has unveiled a $14 billion budget proposal for the 2027 fiscal year, chaired by Nigeria’s Senator Jimoh Ibrahim. The plan prioritizes peace, development, and reform while urging member states to fulfill...
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INEC has started the display of the voter register and collection of Permanent Voter Cards in the Federal Capital Territory, urging voters to verify their details and pick up their cards before the October 15 deadline.
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Business
The open-closed AI model debate pits broader access and lower costs against security concerns and power concentration. Experts weigh trade-offs as freely downloadable systems reshape research, business, and geopolitical dynamics.
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Entertainment
Apple’s new 4th-generation Apple TV 4K is now available for preorder at $299, featuring Siri AI integration, an A19 chip, and a remote-finding feature, launching November 19.
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Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer and underwent successful surgery to remove part of his right lung, raising questions about his papacy's future pace and the Church's direction.
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John Turturro proves approach shoes can do it all, wearing his trusted Italian-made Scarpas from the NBA Finals to the Toronto International Film Festival.
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Mahershala Ali opens up about his Oscar-winning career, the unmade Blade project, and his new film, reflecting on fatherhood, industry expectations, and the ongoing work of being truly seen.
Politics
President Trump made headlines this weekend by banning major news outlets from the White House, proposing a military-grade arch near Arlington, and pushing for expanded U.S. troop presence in Greenland—all while navigating setbacks at home...
Politics
A competitive Arizona congressional race could hinge on how voters judge the GOP's signature spending bill, the Big Beautiful Bill, making it a key factor in the 2026 midterms.
Politics
President Trump travels to the UN General Assembly seeking diplomatic victories after a turbulent week at home, facing global scrutiny, low approval ratings, and a reshaped geopolitical landscape.
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The House Freedom Caucus faces unprecedented member departures as it navigates the post-Trump era, reshaping Republican power dynamics and legislative strategy in Washington.
