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Oman and China sign deals to boost trade and investment
Oman and China sign deals to boost trade and investment
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DIY socks, messy collars and cummerbunds: nine wardrobe updates from the catwalks
High fashion looks without a big budget? Follow our frugal guide to pinch the biggest autumn/winter ‘26 catwalk trends for free • Don’t get Fashion Statement delivered to your inbox? Sign up here Dark mornings, darker evenings and the end of Celebrity Traitors. It’s easy to feel a bit meh at this time of year. However, without sounding too TikTok life coach, just as you are encouraged to winter-proof your morning routine (light a breakfast candle, make your favourite cup of tea) to start your day on a brighter note, the same approach could be applied to your wardrobe. An outfit you look forwar
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Chiefs coach defends decision to sign kicker Tucker
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid defends the franchise's decision to sign Justin Tucker to its practice squad, stating the kicker has "done his suspension".
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Israel's election deadlock is a sign of the country's deep divisions
The election was a celebration of democracy in some ways - but it has left Israel with no clear path to a new government, writes James Landale.
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Ulster trio sign contract extensions until 2029
Robert Baloucoune, James McNabney and Joe Hopes sign contract extensions with Ulster.
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India news: Neha Bora refuses to sign peace bond, cites right to democratic dissent
Neha Bora says the peace bond violates the right to democratic dissent. The statement comes amid a wider protest calling for the removal of India's election chief. DW has more.
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‘A form of anti-status status’ – how much would you pay for a plain tote bag?
The ubiquitous carrier has been given a four-figure makeover. But why has an everyday bag associated with running errands and US supermarkets become so aspirational? • Don’t get Fashion Statement delivered to your inbox? Sign up here If you were in the blessed position of having £500 to spend on a bag, what would you look for? Would it be made of cotton? A nice light shade bound to sully quickly, like “paper white” or ecru? Would you want something that looks a lot like those ubiquitous totes sold by a certain US supermarket chain for a couple of dollars? No, thought not. But there are plenty
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Nvidia's Jensen Huang says he sees no sign of a 2029 memory glut: 'You can always use more'
Nvidia's Jensen Huang told CNBC that a surplus of memory supply is unlikely by 2029, as memory stocks have taken a beating in the past week.
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Belgium and WHO sign new agreement to increase global equitable access to essential health products and technologies
On 16 December 2021 the Government of Belgium and WHO signed a new €8 million multiyear contribution agreement for the period 2021-2025, to support increasing global equitable access to health products and health technologies globally. This contribution will focus on equitable access for health products related to the current pandemic, and health products related to other communicable and non-communicable diseases. Through this support, the Belgium government will facilitate technology transfer through the mRNA vaccine technology transfer hub and work on increasing regulatory capacity and fair
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WHO and Republic of Korea sign landmark agreement to boost biomanufacturing capacity
WHO and the Republic of Korea have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a global training hub in biomanufacturing. This global training centre will serve all low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to produce biologicals, such as vaccines, insulin, monoclonal antibodies, and cancer medicines.
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Victoria Beckham, ‘duck face’ and onesies: nine things Zoolander predicted about fashion
It’s been 25 years since the release of this film skewering an industry that famously takes itself very seriously. It might have been comedy gold but it was also, in its own way, prophetic • Don’t get Fashion Statement delivered to your inbox? Sign up here Critics were divided, the US release date couldn’t have been worse (a few days after 9/11) and the sequel was a flop. Yet few films have predicted fashion’s own present like 2001’s Zoolander. The memeable absurdist comedy about the “three-times male model of the year” was a cinematic Cassandra: correctly predicting themes, styles and sensibi
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Getafe make offer to sign free agent Sancho
Getafe make a formal offer to sign attacker Jadon Sancho, who is searching for a new club after leaving Manchester United in the summer.
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‘My dog’s built her own fashion community’: how canine companions stole the fashion week spotlight
Our four-legged friends are turning heads from Louis Vuitton to Schiaparelli – but what does their presence in the most exclusive of spaces say about the industry’s changing attitudes? • Don’t get Fashion Statement delivered to your inbox? Sign up here The front row at a fashion week show is a known hotspot for celebrities. During the most recent iteration that wrapped up on Tuesday, sightings included Heathcliff, AKA Jacob Elordi, high-fiving the Adolescence star Owen Cooper at Bottega Veneta; Rihanna arriving 63 minutes late to the Matières Fécales show; and Dua Lipa gossiping with Nicole Ki
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Watch: Why was the sign at the British consulate in East Jerusalem removed?
The consulate, first established in 1838, was set to be closed by the Israeli government in retaliation for UK sanctions.
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Trump tells South Korea to sign on to Alaska LNG deal or 'I'll just charge them more'
Trump is ramping up pressure on South Korea over Alaska LNG as Seoul remains cautious over investment projects announced by the U.S. president.
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‘I’m in my early 50s. Where do I shop?’: The Guardian’s fashion stylist answered your questions
Guardian fashion expert Melanie Wilkinson advised you on your wardrobe, replying to queries about clothes and footwear for both men and women bisqof asks: When do you anticipate my Uzbek hat is going to be in? Mel: As luck would have it, statement hats are a huge trend for the autumn! So it’s the perfect time to dust it off. Mel: Boden have a wide range of sizes in tailoring (from UK4 - 22) and the quality is excellent - I like this pinstripe style. It’s not super cheap, but more affordable than other specialist brands and it will last. The Fold is also one of my go-to’s. It’s bit too pricey
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Rosenberg: Putin shows no sign of stopping the war as Russia doubles down on Ukraine
A foreign policy speech by the Russian president will be keenly watched, but all signs point to the full-scale invasion continuing.
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Trump, tech bosses sign voluntary pact pledging ‘robust’ AI safeguards
US President Trump touts self-regulation amid calls from the international community and industry for formal rules.
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AI companies sign voluntary accord on safety with Trump
US President Donald Trump and leaders of major AI companies signed a voluntary accord Tuesday to strengthen safety as the technology faces growing public concern. The agreement calls for internal controls, independent audits and board oversight while Trump rejected calls for government restrictions and urged rapid AI development to go ahead.
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Sign before praying: A new conversion law is affecting churchgoers in Indian state
A new anti-conversion law in Maharashtra is raising questions about faith, choice and freedom.