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Teaching helped me survive, says Indian quadruple amputee

Teaching helped me survive, says Indian quadruple amputee

When gangrene robbed Indian teacher Pratibha Hilim of her hands and feet three years ago, her dreams of returning to class gave her the strength to endure.

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'Ferocious' Kambosos vows to 'shock the world again' against Haney

'Ferocious' Kambosos vows to 'shock the world again' against Haney

Australian George 'Ferocious' Kambosos Friday vowed to "shock the world again" against American favourite Devin 'The Dream' Haney when they meet in a hotly-anticipated clash to become the undisputed lightweight champion.

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Myanmar classrooms become latest battleground as junta opens schools

Myanmar classrooms become latest battleground as junta opens schools

Myanmar students began a new school year on Thursday, with classrooms becoming the latest battleground in the polarised country -- the junta is desperate to project normalcy and opponents want teachers and students to stay away.

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Asian markets track Wall St rally ahead of jobs data, oil holds gains

Asian markets track Wall St rally ahead of jobs data, oil holds gains

Asian equities rose Friday following a strong performance on Wall Street ahead of a key US jobs data release, while crude held most of the previous day's gains after an output hike disappointed traders.

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US-Venezuela business picking up despite punishing sanctions

US-Venezuela business picking up despite punishing sanctions

Venezuela's imports of US food and farming products are on the rise, with the private sector driving increased business between the two former partners despite punishing sanctions imposed on Caracas by Washington.

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Brazil bagpipe band channels sound of Scotland

Brazil bagpipe band channels sound of Scotland

It's a gorgeous day at the beach in Brazil: the bright blue ocean sparkles in the sun, the palm trees sway in the breeze and the peaceful sound of... er, bagpipes?

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Ecuadoran frogs Rocket and Harlequin taking on mining industry

Ecuadoran frogs Rocket and Harlequin taking on mining industry

On the banks of a crystalline waterfall, biologist Andrea Teran lets out a yelp.

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Britain's royals to lead thanks for queen at jubilee service

Britain's royals to lead thanks for queen at jubilee service

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan were on Friday expected to make their first public appearance in Britain in two years, at a church service for Queen Elizabeth II.

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Order to remove Mexican street food signs leaves bitter taste

Order to remove Mexican street food signs leaves bitter taste

The erasure of colorful pictures of tacos and other mouth-watering street food from stands in the heart of Mexico City has dismayed fans of the signs, considered part of the capital's identity.

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Biden makes emotional appeal for action on gun violence

Biden makes emotional appeal for action on gun violence

US President Joe Biden pleaded with lawmakers Thursday to take action on gun violence plaguing the country, calling for a ban on assault weapons such as those used in recent massacres in Texas and New York state.

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