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On December 5, 2025, the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw will take place at Washington's Kennedy Center, attended by US President Donald Trump. The expanded 48-team tournament, hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico, will feature 12 groups of four teams. Scotland, having qualified after 28 years, awaits its group opponents and fixture details, with the tournament running June 11 to July 19, 2026.
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to feature variable ticket pricing, with prices ranging from $60 to over $6,700. Fans face high costs, especially for the final, amid concerns over affordability. Ticket sales begin December 11, with resale prices expected to soar, driven by global demand.
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In the UAE, younger residents are increasingly taking short, purposeful breaks called 'micro-retirements' to travel, work remotely, and focus on personal growth. Meanwhile, some Gen Zers and millennials are exploring 'mini-retirement' strategies, blending career pauses with lifestyle ambitions, amid changing work norms and rising property wealth.
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Guyana's President Irfaan Ali has secured a second term after winning the recent election, buoyed by the country's booming oil industry. The election results come amid ongoing tensions with Venezuela over the disputed Essequibo region, which holds significant oil reserves. Ali's government aims to translate oil wealth into broader social benefits, despite regional disputes and international pressures.
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Recent polls show a majority of Asian American and Pacific Islander adults disapprove of Trump's immigration enforcement tactics, especially deportations and military involvement. Meanwhile, Democratic-led states like California are passing laws to shield immigrants from federal actions, contrasting sharply with Republican-led states expanding cooperation with ICE. The debate highlights deepening political divides over immigration.
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FIFA's ticket sales for the 2026 World Cup, hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico, have seen high demand from over 212 countries, with tickets for the final in New Jersey priced up to $57,500. The tournament will run from June 11 to July 19, with tickets available through multiple phases and resale options.
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South American teams Bolivia and Venezuela secured notable wins, with Bolivia defeating Brazil 1-0 and Venezuela losing to Colombia 6-3. Portugal and Norway achieved important victories in European qualifiers, while Jamaica and Honduras lead their regional groups. The qualification race for the 2026 World Cup continues with key matches across continents.
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Hurricane Melissa, a slow-moving storm, is forecast to strengthen into a Category 4 hurricane, bringing heavy rain, flooding, and landslides to Jamaica, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic. Authorities have issued warnings, and preparations are underway as the storm approaches the region.
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Tropical Storm Melissa has rapidly intensified into a Category 5 hurricane, driven by unusually warm Atlantic waters linked to climate change. It is forecast to hit Jamaica, Cuba, and the Bahamas, causing severe flooding and damage. Authorities have issued warnings and activated shelters across affected regions.
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Hurricane Melissa is expected to reach Jamaica as a major storm early next week, with warnings issued across the Caribbean. It has caused fatalities in Haiti and the Dominican Republic, and authorities are preparing for heavy rains, flooding, and infrastructure damage. The storm is forecast to impact Cuba and the Bahamas later this week.
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Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, is approaching Jamaica and Cuba, with expected landfalls and heavy rainfall causing flooding, landslides, and evacuations. The storm has already caused fatalities in Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Authorities warn of severe impacts and delayed recovery efforts.
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Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm with winds of 185 mph, struck the Caribbean on Tuesday, causing at least 28 deaths and widespread damage. Relief efforts are underway in Jamaica, Haiti, and Cuba, with organizations providing emergency aid, water, and shelter amid ongoing recovery challenges.
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Hurricane Melissa intensified rapidly to Category 5, with winds over 157 mph, threatening Jamaica, Cuba, and the Bahamas. Climate change-driven warm oceans fueled this rapid intensification, which has already caused fatalities and severe flooding in the Caribbean. The storm is expected to make landfall soon.
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Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm with 185 mph winds, caused widespread damage in Jamaica and Cuba, with power outages, landslides, and flooding. The storm's severity is worsened by climate change, deforestation, and terrain susceptibility, raising concerns about future risks in the region.
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Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm with winds of 175 mph, hit Jamaica on Tuesday, causing widespread destruction, evacuations, and power outages. The storm is expected to impact Cuba and the Bahamas, with regional aid efforts underway amid reduced US assistance.
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As of late October 2025, Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm with winds up to 185 mph, struck Jamaica causing catastrophic damage, widespread power outages, and flooding. The Jamaican government declared a disaster area, evacuating thousands. The hurricane then moved to Cuba, prompting mass evacuations and warnings of extensive damage. The storm also affected Haiti and the Bahamas, with climate change cited as a factor in its rapid intensification.
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Recent reports highlight that global climate efforts are falling behind, with adaptation funding slowing and overshoot becoming inevitable. Experts warn of catastrophic impacts if emissions are not drastically reduced, emphasizing the urgency of immediate action ahead of COP30 in Brazil.
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Category 5 Hurricane Melissa is impacting Jamaica with winds of 175 mph, heavy rain, and storm surges. Evacuations are underway across Jamaica, Cuba, and the Bahamas. The storm is the strongest to hit Jamaica in recorded history, causing fatalities and widespread damage. Authorities warn of catastrophic flooding and landslides.
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Hurricane Melissa intensified into a Category 5 storm, reaching wind speeds over 252 km/h (157 mph). It rapidly strengthened despite environmental challenges, tying landfall records and prompting evacuations in Cuba and Jamaica. The storm is forecast to pass over Cuba and the Greater Antilles, with severe flooding expected.
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Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, struck Jamaica on October 28, causing widespread destruction, at least 32 deaths, and economic losses estimated at up to $7 billion. The storm also impacted Haiti and Cuba, with ongoing relief efforts and concerns about future resilience.
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Hurricane Melissa, now Category 2, caused at least seven deaths across the Caribbean, with Cuba and Jamaica suffering extensive damage. Authorities evacuated hundreds of thousands, and warnings remain in effect as the storm moves through the region, threatening further destruction and flooding.
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Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, struck Jamaica, Haiti, and Cuba, causing at least 25 deaths, widespread destruction, and power outages. Relief efforts are underway, with US aid arriving. The storm highlights regional vulnerabilities to extreme weather events.
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Social media is flooded with AI-generated videos falsely depicting Jamaica's Kingston airport ravaged by a storm. Experts warn these deepfakes, created with tools like OpenAI's Sora, are increasingly convincing and pose risks to public safety and information integrity amid natural disasters.
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Hurricane Melissa, one of the strongest on record, has caused at least 79 deaths across Jamaica, Haiti, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic. The storm, initially a Category 5, has weakened but remains destructive, prompting international aid and evacuations. Damage assessments are ongoing, with widespread infrastructure destruction reported.
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Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, struck Jamaica, Haiti, and Cuba, causing widespread destruction, fatalities, and displacement. Relief efforts are underway, but the damage is extensive, with thousands homeless and critical infrastructure damaged as the storm weakens while moving through the region. Today's date: Fri, 31 Oct 2025 10:45:12 +0000.
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Hurricane Melissa, the most powerful storm to hit Jamaica, caused widespread devastation with winds up to 185 mph on October 28. Scientists confirm climate change intensified the storm’s wind speeds by 7% and rainfall by 16%, making such events more frequent and severe. The hurricane caused at least 61 deaths and damages estimated at one-third of Jamaica’s GDP, highlighting urgent climate adaptation and finance needs.
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Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm with 185 mph winds, struck Jamaica last week, causing at least 19 deaths and widespread destruction. Relief efforts are ongoing, with US and local agencies delivering aid. Damage assessments are underway as the country prepares for recovery and rebuilding.
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Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, caused extensive damage across Jamaica, Haiti, and Cuba, with at least 57 deaths reported. Over 2,400 people remain in shelters, and rescue efforts are ongoing amid widespread infrastructure destruction and access challenges. Relief operations are expected to continue for months.
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Bill Gates has shifted his stance, asserting that climate change will not cause human extinction. He emphasizes focusing on human welfare through technological innovation and prosperity, moving away from alarmist narratives. This change aligns with recent calls for pragmatic climate policies prioritizing health and development over extreme emissions cuts.
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Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, struck Jamaica on October 28, causing extensive damage, displacing 30,000 households, and resulting in at least 32 deaths. Recovery efforts are ongoing, with international aid and infrastructure rebuilding underway amid economic losses estimated at up to $7 billion.
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Three stories highlight resilience across different life stages: a woman using her late husband's frozen sperm to become a single mother, an elderly woman with dementia reflecting on her life, and a grandmother celebrating her longevity and family. These stories explore themes of hope, aging, and family bonds. Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:05:08 +0000.
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Cyclone Fina, a Category 3 storm with winds up to 205 km/h, has moved away from Darwin but caused power outages, property damage, and flooding. Authorities warn of ongoing risks as the storm tracks west, reviving memories of Cyclone Tracy. No injuries have been reported.
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Curacao, with a population of 156,000, has qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, becoming the smallest nation ever to do so. The team secured its spot with a 0-0 draw against Jamaica, in a dramatic CONCACAF qualifying finale. Haiti and Panama also qualified, with the expanded 48-team tournament set for North America.
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Moroccan footballer Hakimi won the 2025 CAF Award, recognizing his success with PSG, including the Champions League victory. He is the first Moroccan to win since 1998 and the first defender since 1973. Other Moroccan players also received awards, and Cape Verde qualified for the World Cup.
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Iraq secured a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup after winning their Asian playoff. The tournament will expand to 48 teams, with qualifiers from six continents. The draw is scheduled for December 5 in Washington, D.C., with the final tournament beginning in June 2026 across the US, Canada, and Mexico.
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The G20 summit in South Africa concluded with tensions over the presidency handover, as the U.S. boycotted the event citing alleged anti-white policies. Despite this, the summit highlighted issues like global inequality, debt relief, climate resilience, and regional trade, emphasizing South Africa's focus on inclusive development for the Global South.
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Jimmy Cliff, a legendary Jamaican musician and actor known for his role in 'The Harder They Come' and his influence on reggae, has died at age 81. His family announced he died from a seizure followed by pneumonia. Cliff's career spanned decades, shaping reggae's global reach.
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Recent storms in Cuba and Ethiopia have caused severe flooding, displacing thousands. In Cuba, residents face water shortages and damaged homes, while Ethiopia's communities remain camped in floodwaters after multiple disasters. Relief efforts are ongoing, but resources are limited.
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The UK has submitted a bid to host the 2035 FIFA Women's World Cup, proposing 22 stadiums across 16 cities in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. The tournament would feature 48 teams, 104 matches, and aim to be the most accessible ever, with a projected global audience of 3.5 billion. The bid includes plans for new and redeveloped stadiums, with Wembley Stadium set to host the final if successful.