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Spanish woman known for failed fresco restoration dies

Spanish woman known for failed fresco restoration dies

The Spanish woman whose failed restoration of a century-old painting of Jesus Christ captured global headlines more than a decade ago has died at 94.

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I.Coast ruling party's dominance leaves opposition on brink

I.Coast ruling party's dominance leaves opposition on brink

Ivory Coast's ruling party has further cemented its power after another crushing victory in parliamentary elections at the weekend, two months after President Alassane Ouattara won re-election for a fourth term.

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Eurostar suspends all Europe trains due to power problem

Eurostar suspends all Europe trains due to power problem

Eurostar suspended train services in Europe on Tuesday after a power supply issue in the Channel tunnel, sparking travel chaos during the very busy travel season between Christmas and New Year.

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Eurostar urges passengers to postpone journeys due to 'major disruption'

Eurostar urges passengers to postpone journeys due to 'major disruption'

Eurostar advised passengers to postpone their journeys on Tuesday to a later date, citing "major disruption" including severe delays and cancellations.

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Iran president urges officials to address protestors' complaints

Iran president urges officials to address protestors' complaints

Iran's president urged his government to listen to the "legitimate demands" of protesters, state media reported on Tuesday, a day after demonstrations by shopkeepers in Tehran over economic hardship.

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Russia to re-privatise airport that it seized

Russia to re-privatise airport that it seized

The Russian government plans to sell Moscow's Domodedovo airport early next year, several months after taking ownership of the asset over allegations it had come under foreign control, Russia's finance minister said Tuesday.

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K-pop label ADOR files damages suit against ex-NewJeans member

K-pop label ADOR files damages suit against ex-NewJeans member

K-pop label ADOR has filed a compensation suit against a former member of megaband NewJeans, the firm said Tuesday, a day after announcing Danielle's removal following a year-long dispute that stalled the group's careers.

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Injured Archer included in England T20 World Cup squad but no place for Smith

Injured Archer included in England T20 World Cup squad but no place for Smith

Fast bowler Jofra Archer was included in England's provisional T20 World Cup squad announced Tuesday, despite suffering a left side strain that ruled him out of the final two Ashes Tests, but there was no place for wicketkeeper Jamie Smith.

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Iran president urges government to heed economic protests

Iran president urges government to heed economic protests

Iran's president urged his government to listen to the "legitimate demands" of protesters, state media reported Tuesday, after demonstrations by shopkeepers in Tehran over economic hardship.

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Precious metals fall again, stocks mixed as traders wind down

Precious metals fall again, stocks mixed as traders wind down

Precious metals extended losses Tuesday on profit-taking after hitting recent records, while equities fluctuated in quiet trade as investors wound down ahead of the New Year break.

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