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Shakira to wrap up world tour with Madrid residency

Shakira to wrap up world tour with Madrid residency

Pop superstar Shakira will wrap up her record-breaking world tour with a concert residency in Madrid at a custom-built venue, promoter Live Nation said Monday.

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World gave Israel 'licence to torture Palestinians': UN expert

World gave Israel 'licence to torture Palestinians': UN expert

The world has given Israel "a licence to torture Palestinians", a UN expert said Monday, with life in the occupied territories "a continuum of physical and mental suffering".

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New Mercedes GLC electric

New Mercedes GLC electric

The new fully electric Mercedes‑GLC is scheduled to appear in 2026 as a dedicated EV platform rather than an electrified version of the existing GLC. The initial GLC 400 4MATIC model uses two motors and a 94‑kWh battery, promising up to 406 miles of WLTP range. British order books opened in late‑2025 with deliveries due in mid‑2026. The recommended retail price ranges from £60 350 to £73 350 (about €70 000–86 000).Technical highlights:- Dual‑motor all‑wheel drive with 482–489 hp.94‑kWh battery; WLTP range up to 406 miles; some reports mention 443 miles.- Fast‑charging at 330 kW, taking 22 minutes from 10–80 %; AC charging at 11 kW (22 kW optional).4.3 s 0–100 km/h and top speed 210 km/h.- Interior features include the MBUX Hyperscreen (up to 39 inches), one‑box braking with high recuperation, air suspension with rear‑axle steering and Car‑to‑X connectivity, vegan materials and a spacious boot with 570 litres plus a 138‑litre frunk.

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Namibia rejects Starlink licence request

Namibia rejects Starlink licence request

Namibia said Monday it had rejected a request for billionaire Elon Musk's Starlink to operate its satellite internet services in the country, dealing the company a second setback in southern Africa.

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Ex-model questioned in France over scout with Epstein links

Ex-model questioned in France over scout with Epstein links

A former Swedish model has been questioned in France by investigators analysing evidence that could implicate French nationals in the crimes of the convicted US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, sources said on Monday.

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Blow to Italy's Meloni as she suffers referendum defeat

Blow to Italy's Meloni as she suffers referendum defeat

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni conceded defeat on Monday in a referendum on justice reform, but despite the major blow to her far-right leadership, she insisted she was going nowhere.

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US, TotalEnergies reach 'nearly $1 bn' deal to end offshore wind projects

US, TotalEnergies reach 'nearly $1 bn' deal to end offshore wind projects

The United States and TotalEnergies on Monday signed an agreement to end the French company's offshore US wind farm projects and redirect those funds towards fossil fuel production, with the US interior secretary saying the deal was worth "nearly $1 billion."

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Spurs offer condolences to interim boss Tudor after father's death

Spurs offer condolences to interim boss Tudor after father's death

Tottenham on Monday offered their "thoughts and condolences" to interim boss Igor Tudor following the death of his father.

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Countries act to limit fuel price rise, cut consumption

Countries act to limit fuel price rise, cut consumption

The surge in fuel prices triggered by the war in the Middle East has prompted countries to take measures to limit the financial impact on consumers and businesses.

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'Stop, truck one, stop!': transcript of NY plane collision

'Stop, truck one, stop!': transcript of NY plane collision

Moments before an Air Canada Express plane collided with a firetruck on the runway of New York's LaGuardia Airport, a traffic controller cleared the truck to cross the runway and then urgently ordered it to halt, a recording showed.

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