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South African white genocide does not exist, new ambassador to US tells BBC

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Black woman found hanging from tree was dead before body was 'staged', police say
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Pro-Imran Khan rally delayed amid government closures
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A council ban on drinking on the median strip in Canning Street, Carlton, sparks a peaceful protest featuring punch bowls, chips and laughter Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast It looked like a typical spring evening on Melbourne’s Canning Street when a few dozen picnickers gathered on the grassy median strip on Friday, with drinks in hand. People in one group who’d come with a full alfresco setting chattered as they ladled punch out of a glass bowl on a wooden table, set with a tablecloth and yellow flowers in a vase. Others sat on picnic blankets, passing around bags of chips. Continue reading...

OpenAI investigating 'dozens' of instances of agents acting improperly
OpenAI agents tried to get information from "governments, universities, public agencies, and other institutions" through extreme means that sometimes curbed security controls, the company said.

Iran war live: Tehran offers US plan to reopen Hormuz within seven days
Asked about the Iranian offer, a US official told the BBC "constructive discussions" were taking place through mediators.
US court rules against Kalshi, says states can regulate prediction markets
The decision is the second in less than a month by an appeals court that states have a role in regulating sports-related event contracts.