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In Iraq, Saddam's ageing superyachts attest to legacy of excess, war
In Iraq, Saddam's ageing superyachts attest to legacy of excess, war

Frozen in time for 20 years, two superyachts lie at the confluence of Iraq's Tigris and Euphrates rivers, bearing witness to the false glories of former dictator Saddam Hussein.

March 14, 2023

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Sky-high UK childcare costs hit women's careers
Sky-high UK childcare costs hit women's careers

Increased childcare funding is expected to feature in the UK government's budget this week, in a bid to ease pressure on families and particularly women.

March 14, 2023

Celtics shocked by Rockets, Miami down Utah
Celtics shocked by Rockets, Miami down Utah

Jaylen Brown erupted for 43 points but it was not enough to stop the Boston Celtics stumbling to a shock 111-109 defeat to the lowly Houston Rockets on Monday.

March 14, 2023

SVB's demise: Why didn't US bank regulators see it coming?
SVB's demise: Why didn't US bank regulators see it coming?

With hindsight, there were warning signs ahead of last week's spectacular collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, missed not only by investors, but by bank regulators.

March 14, 2023

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New York state vs New York City: the war over foie gras
New York state vs New York City: the war over foie gras

In New York, one of the most celebrated culinary centers in the world, a war over foie gras is pitting the city, backed by animal rights activists, against duck farmers and restaurant owners, whose position is supported by the state.

March 14, 2023

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Bolsonaro to hand over undeclared jewels given by Saudis: report
Bolsonaro to hand over undeclared jewels given by Saudis: report

Lawyers for Jair Bolsonaro say the former Brazilian president has agreed to hand over to authorities jewels gifted by Saudi Arabia and which entered the country without being declared to tax authorities, local media reported Monday.

March 14, 2023