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1. 

   Protect the Playground: Brown Wants a War Crimes Court Just for Children

   After a devastating school strike that killed 168 girls, Gordon Brown urges a dedicated international court to punish crimes against children.

   2 min read Mar 12, 11:46 AM
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   Mandelson Files: The Good, the Odd, and the Missing Pages

   A 147-page leak peels back parts of the Mandelson appointment: cash demands, Epstein ties, early briefings, a worried Whitehall and one man worried about his dog.

   3 min read Mar 12, 11:41 AM
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   Pets Left in the Dust: Dubai Shelters Swamped as People Flee

   As people rush out of Dubai amid the Iran war, shelters say thousands of pets are being left behind, overwhelming rescues and prompting city action.

   2 min read Mar 11, 06:58 PM
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   Hilton’s Climb Could Quiet the Panic Button for California Democrats

   A new poll shows Republican Hilton gaining ground and might split GOP voters, easing pressure on Democrats as Steyer, Swalwell and Porter lead the field.

   3 min read Mar 11, 06:52 PM
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   Veterans Say Iran Is Feeling Uncomfortably Familiar — And That’s Not A Compliment

   Iraq and Afghanistan vets warn the U.S. risks repeating old mistakes in the Iran crisis, and they’re not thrilled about being treated like pawns.

   3 min read Mar 11, 06:47 PM
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   The Gulf’s Fragile Faucet: Why Desalination Plants Are a Huge Weak Spot

   Desalination keeps Gulf cities alive. Hit a few plants and water shortages, chaos and environmental harm could follow — recent strikes raised the alarm before cooling off.

   4 min read Mar 11, 06:42 PM
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   How a Lone Hacker Walked Into the FBI’s Epstein Files (and the FBI Talked Them Out of Freaking Out)

   In Feb 2023 a foreign hacker slipped into an FBI New York server and viewed Epstein-related files. The bureau contained it and the probe is ongoing.

   4 min read Mar 11, 06:41 PM
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   Files Show Starmer Was Warned About Mandelson's Epstein Links

   Newly released papers say Downing Street was told of reputational risks before Peter Mandelson's US appointment, including ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

   2 min read Mar 11, 06:33 PM
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   Bam’s Big Night: How Bam Adebayo Scored 83 and Broke the Internet (and Kobe’s 81)

   Bam Adebayo exploded for 83 points in a 150-129 win over the Wizards, topping Kobe’s 81 and sitting only behind Wilt’s 100. A wild, unforgettable night.

   3 min read Mar 11, 06:27 PM
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    Ukraine’s First Gains Since 2023: Small Pushes, Big Headaches for Moscow

    Ukraine has clawed back territory for the first time since 2023 as Russian forces struggle to replace losses and Black Sea ships come under drone fire.

    3 min read Mar 11, 04:50 PM
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    Madrid Pulls Its Ambassador to Israel as Tensions Over Iran and Gaza Rise

    Spain has recalled its ambassador to Israel, replacing them with a charge d'affaires after condemning strikes on Iran and stepping up criticism over Gaza.

    2 min read Mar 11, 04:38 PM