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In 1985, a British comedy fundraiser began with a televised appeal; 40 years later, Comic Relief has raised over £1.6 billion to tackle poverty worldwide | World News

A British comedy fundraiser that began with a televised appeal in 1985 has grown into one of the country’s best-known charitable initiatives, raising more than £1.6 billion over four decades. Founded amid the humanitarian crisis caused by famine in Ethiopia, Comic Relief brought comedians and entertainers together to encourage people to donate to those in…

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‘Jailer 2’ box office collection day 16: Rajinikanth’s film beats first part by Rs 243 cr; earns Rs 776 cr worldwide | Tamil Movie News

‘Jailer 2’ box office collection day 16. Rajinikanth’s ‘Jailer 2’ continues its impressive box office journey, with the film approaching the Rs 800 cr worldwide mark. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the action drama has accumulated Rs 776.95 cr in worldwide gross collections after 16 days in theatres. The sequel has also widened its lead over…

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Capricorn Horoscope Today, October 31, 2026: Focus on essential tasks and financial stability

General:The Moon positioned in Gemini in your sixth house shapes the entire day, encouraging steady work and hands‑on problem‑solving. Focus on what must be done without assuming every clash signals an adversary. Your ruler, a retrograde Saturn in Pisces located in the third house, backs long‑term perseverance, skill development, and careful communication. Advancement may arise…

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Discourage weaponisation of rape law in relationships gone sour: SC | India News

Supreme Court warns against misuse of rape laws after consensual relationships turn sour, saying breakups cannot retrospectively criminalise consensual sex NEW DELHI: Society and courts must discourage weaponisation of criminal law against men in the aftermath of an emotional discord and breakup of a consenting romantic relationship, Supreme Court said Friday, expressing concern over the…

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Queensland’s Kuridala copper town prospered during World War I, but a 1918 cyclone damaged its smelter before the plant closed in 1920 | World News

Representative Image of the historic Hampden Smelter and railway, highlighting their role in Kuridala’s mining prosperity (AI-generated image) Kuridala, about 65–70 km south of Cloncurry in Queensland, grew into an important copper-mining settlement before and during World War I. Its development was closely tied to the Hampden Smelter and a railway connection that helped transport…

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Jack Antonoff and Margaret Qualley file for divorce after three years of marriage |

Music producer Jack Antonoff and actress Margaret Qualley have officially pulled the plug on their marriage.Amid rumours that there was trouble in paradise, the couple has reportedly filed for divorce, thus ending their three-year marriage. According to a report by the Daily Mail, the 42-year-old producer, known for his collaborations with Taylor Swift, and the…

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Sagittarius Horoscope Today, October 31, 2026: Strengthen partnerships and clarify shared expenses

General:The Moon positioned in Gemini within your seventh house colors the entire day, highlighting agreements and personal interactions. Working together can be beneficial, but give others the freedom to ponder your requests. Meanwhile, retrograde Saturn in Pisces in your fourth house serves as a longer‑term reminder to tend to household duties and maintain emotional balance…

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In 2025, scientists examined three king cobra encounters in Thailand, revealing a little-known side of the venomous snakes that had long been missing from scientific research |

Two male king cobras meeting during the breeding season may engage in a prolonged contest, using their bodies to wrestle for control rather than relying on the venomous strikes associated with these snakes. The behaviour has long been recognised in accounts of king cobras, yet detailed scientific descriptions have been scarce. In Thailand, observations made…

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