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SEAN PAUL SAYS THE HURRICANE AFTERMATH IS ‘OVERWHELMING’

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In the wake of Hurricane Melissa's devastation across parts of Jamaica last week, reggae superstar Sean Paul has highlighted the "overwhelming" scale of relief efforts facing the country. The Grammy-winning artist described the Category 5 storm as "very frightening, especially for my young kids.” Winds of up to 185mph (295 km/h) caused at least 28 deaths. Paul and his family were in the capital Kingston, while areas further west suffered the greatest damage.

UN HUMAN RIGHTS CHIEF SLAMS US STRIKES ON ALLEGED DRUG BOATS

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Concerns are mounting over US military strikes on vessels alleged to be carrying drugs, with the UN's human rights chief condemning the operations as violations of international law. Volker Türk stated Friday that more than 60 people have reportedly been killed in the strikes since early September, deeming them "unacceptable" and calling for an immediate halt to the attacks and thorough investigations.

ERIKA KIRK SHARES HOW DAUGHTER COPES AFTER CHARLIE KIRK'S DEATH: 'WORK TRIP WITH JESUS'

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Nearly two months after the tragic death of conservative commentator and Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, his widow, Erika Kirk, has opened up about how their children are coping with the loss.

XI AND TRUMP FIND TEMPORARY TRUCE AS CHINA PLAYS THE LONG GAME

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US President Donald Trump emerged from his meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping boasting of a "great success," rating it 12 out of 10. Beijing's response was notably cooler, signalling satisfaction without enthusiasm. While Trump sought quick wins and immediate relief for American markets, Xi appeared content to extend negotiations, confident that time works in China's favour.

SNAP BENEFITS CUT OFF DURING SHUTDOWN, DRIVING LONG LINES AT FOOD PANTRIES

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People across the country formed long lines for free meals and groceries at food pantries and drive-through giveaways Saturday, after monthly benefits through the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, were suddenly cut off because of the ongoing government shutdown.

TWO SUSPECTS CONFESS TO LOUVRE MUSEUM CROWN JEWEL HEIST

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Two suspects have confessed to their involvement in the audacious theft of France's crown jewels from the Louvre Museum, an incident that stunned the world and sparked an intensive investigation. According to the Paris prosecutor's office, the suspects have been remanded in custody while authorities continue their search for the missing jewels, which remain unrecovered.

APPLE SAYS THE LATEST IPHONES HAVE HAD ROBUST DEMAND

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Apple boss Tim Cook said the company's latest iPhones have seen "a tremendous response" worldwide as the tech giant announced its latest financial results. The release of the thinnest iPhone, the Air, in September, along with upgraded iPhone 17 models, has provided a strong boost for the firm. Apple forecasts a blockbuster Christmas and New Year's period, projecting overall revenue to be up to 12% higher than the same period last year.

TRUMP ORDERS PENTAGON TO RESUME NUCLEAR TESTING AFTER 33-YEAR HIATUS, CITING RUSSIAN AND CHINESE THREATS

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President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to restart nuclear weapons testing for the first time since 1992, saying the move is necessary to match the expanding arsenals of Russia and China.