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UN assembly urges Palestine membership after vote

Passing the resolution is seen as symbolic, as the US is likely to use its veto in the Security Council.

Why writing by hand beats typing for thinking and learning

Researchers are learning that handwriting engages the brain in ways typing can't match, raising questions about the costs of ditching this age-old practice, especially for kids.

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Israel strikes Gaza as US report criticizes war conduct

Rafah, Gaza Strip — Israeli strikes hit Gaza on Saturday after renewed U.S. criticism over its conduct of the war and a U.N. warning of "epic" disaster if an outright invasion of crowded Rafah city occurs. AFP journalists reported the strikes in various sectors of the coastal territory, where the U.N. says aid is blocked after Israeli troops defied international opposition and entered eastern Rafah this week, effectively shutting two crossings. A long-awaited U.S. State Department report… Read Full Article

Attacks on players mar start of Malaysia soccer season

Three members of the national team suffer separate assaults, leaving police and fans baffled.

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Brazil floods drive thousands from their homes

Heavy rains wreak havoc in southern Brazil, leaving many homeless and raising fears of further chaos.

US says Israel may have breached international law using American weapons

Report says it is "reasonable to assess" there have been breaches in Gaza, but admits it does not have "complete information".