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- The top 25 stories curated by editors and fellow readers!

Editor's Pick

Highest number of countries engaged in conflict since World War II
[[link removed]}&lead=419599&emailid=122071&nl=daily]• 97
countries deteriorated in peacefulness, more than any year since the
inception of the Global Peace Index in 2008.• Conflicts in Gaza and
Ukraine were the primary drivers of the global fall in peacefulness,
as battle deaths reached 162,000 in 2023.• 92 countries are
currently involved in conflicts beyond their borders, more than at any
time since the inception of the GPI.• First of its kind military
scoring system suggests that US military capabilities are up to three
times higher than China.• The global economic impact of violence
increased to $19.1 trillion in 2023, representing 13.5% of global GDP.
Exposure to conflict poses a significant supply chain risk for
governments and businesses.• Militarisation recorded its largest
yearly deterioration since the inception of the GPI, with 108
countries becoming more militarised.• 110 million people are either
refugees or internally displaced due to violent conflict, with 16
countries now hosting more than half a million refugees.• North
America saw the largest regional deterioration, driven by increases in
violent crime and fear of violence.

There are currently 56 conflicts, the most since World War II. They
have become more international with 92 countries involved in conflicts
outside their borders, the most since the GPI’s inception. The
rising number of minor conflicts increases the likelihood of more
major conflicts in the future. For example, in 2019, Ethiopia,
Ukraine, and Gaza were all identified as minor conflicts.

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Editor's Note: Iceland remains the most peaceful country, a position
it has held since 2008, followed by Ireland, Austria, New Zealand, and
Singapore - a new entrant in the top five. Yemen has replaced
Afghanistan as the least peaceful country in the world. It is followed
by Sudan, South Sudan, Afghanistan, and Ukraine.

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Comparative Linguistics Has Unsavoury Roots, Here's Why
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In their exhaustive review of researcher Pascale Rabault-Feuerhahn's
book Archives of Origins, philosopher-Indologist Vishwa Adluri and
Joydeep Bagchee examine the emergence of racism in the humanities.

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Why I'm skeptical of minimum prices for ride-sharing
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The Attorney General of Massachusetts recently announced that drivers
for ride-sharing companies must be paid at least $32.50 per hour. Now,
if you're a hardcore libertarian, then you probably hate the minimum
wage.















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Wall Street headhunters are gearing up for a 'bonkers' hiring market
in 2025 -- here's what to expect
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When John Weinberg, the chairman and CEO of the elite boutique
investment bank Evercore, sat down for a fireside chat in December at
an annual Goldman Sachs conference, he revealed that his firm had been
ramping up hiring.

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My approach to Big Tech interviews
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A few friends have asked me how I approached study, interviews and
negotiation. This blog outlines the method that worked for me, and I
hope it can help others. Some of this study will feel pointless
because it's so different from what you do day-to-day.














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Swarms of tiny robots coordinate to achieve ant-like feats of strength
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Swarms of tiny robots guided by magnetic fields can coordinate to act
like ants, from packing together to form a floating raft to lifting
objects hundreds of times their weight.

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The dangers of Chinas planned megadam - WSJ (No paywall)
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China is giving the world a dubious gift. On Christmas Day, Beijing
approved the final construction plan of what would be the worlds
largest electrical power complex, according to the state-run news
agency Xinhua. The Great Bend hydroelectric project, which would sit
on Chinas contested border with India, would inflame tensions between
the two giants and aggravate other South Asian nations. The project is
further evidence of Chinas long-term drive to control the waters of
the Tibetan Plateau, which supply more than two billion people.














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Its the time for cruise deals. Heres how to maximise your trip. - WSJ
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The beginning of the year is generally the best time to book a cruise
vacation, thanks to the promotions different cruise lines offer during
what cruise veterans call wave season.

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If you want to buy a house, first figure out all the hidden costs -
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Homeowners insurance, routine maintenance, property taxes and
utilities have all been getting more expensive lately. Those expenses
added up to an average of $1,180 a month, according to a report in
June 2023 from the real-estate firm Zillow and the home-improvement
tech company Thumbtack. The monthly mortgage payment for a typical
home, assuming a 20% down payment, was $1,770.














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Jimmy Carter vs. Iran: The untold story revealed in the archives - WSJ
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The late president was often criticized as too passive in engaging a
new U.S. enemy. But evidence from the time shows his attempted
interventions were forcefuljust misguided

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What the end of UNRWA would mean for Palestinians - WSJ (No paywall)
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Israeli legislation will effectively halt work by Unrwa, the U.N.
organization that provides food, education and medical treatment in
the Palestinian territories.














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How Elon Musk made the Las Vegas bombing about his badass truck - WSJ
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The confusing hours after the Tesla vehicle was apparently used as a
makeshift bomb would be any brands reputational nightmare.

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S Korea's impeached president fends off arrest attempt over
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SEOULSouth Korean investigators failed to arrest the countrys
impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol, thwarted by his armed Secret
Service bodyguards in another tense showdown resulting from his
short-lived martial-law decree last month.














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The best movies beyond the multiplex: The hidden gems of 2024 - WSJ
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Many of last years most intriguing human-centered movies may have
escaped your attention: Some had limited marketing budgets, some
played in only a few theaters, and one was made by a cancelled Oscar
winner whose name is now spoken only in whispers.

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China adds to sanctions of US defense contractors over Taiwan arms
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Beijing sent a fresh warning to President-elect Donald Trump of the
tools it can use to protect national interests.














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How Jensen Huang and 3 Nvidia Board Members Became Billionaires - Inc
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The Index has been updated to include Coxe, the news outlet reported
Thursday. Coxe, a former VC firm managing director who now sits on
Nvidia?s compensation committee, is worth an estimated $5.4 billion
after a blockbuster year for the chip-making giant that also saw chief
executive Jensen Huang?s net worth pass $100 billion for the first
time.

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3 Ways to Make All Your Stakeholders Feel Heard - Harvard Business
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What happens when executives ? believing that they know what?s in the
best interest of the company ? decide to not consult with
stakeholders, or even to temporarily withhold important information
from them? More often than not, the outcome isn?t good.













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Joe Biden expected to block $15bn takeover of US Steel - FT (No
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President set to kill Nippon Steel?s bid in one of his final acts in
office

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Yuan?s Rally Versus Peers Suggests China?s Defense Can Backfire -
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PBOC?s support for yuan boosts currency against broader peers
Volatility spike is expected once support level breaks: StoneX

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Laura Loomer on her spat with Elon Musk over 'censorship' on X
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Far-right activist Laura Loomer said Elon Musk is retaliating against
her by suspending her X account, taking away her verification badge
and demonetizing her subscriptions over their feud about foreign work
visas.

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Doomed to Be a Tradwife
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This article was featured in the One Story to Read Today newsletter.
Sign up for it here. At least the fever came on a Friday. Or at least
that's what I, an absolute fool, thought when my nine-month-old, Evan,
spiked a 102-degree temperature after I picked him up from day care
recently.

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Music Publishers Reach Deal With AI Giant Anthropic Over Copyrighted
Song Lyrics
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While the case is proceeding, Anthropic's Claude will no longer
provide lyrics to songs owned by the music publishers or new lyrics
based on copyrighted material. U.S.

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I am rich and have no idea what to do with my life
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Life has been a haze this last year. After selling my company, I find
myself in the totally un-relatable position of never having to work
again. Everything feels like a side quest, but not in an inspiring
way. I don't have the same base desires driving me to make money or
gain status.

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Carvana Is Cooking Its Books, Hindenburg Research Claims
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Carvana may be a house of cards.

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Report: Benefits Startup Level Shuts Down After Acquisition Falls
Through
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Level, a New York-based benefits startup founded in 2018, has shut
down, saying it has kept a small team to assist customers. The company
shut down abruptly after the collapse of an effort to find a buyer,
The Information reported Thursday (Jan.

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South Korean President's Supporters Camp Out Near His Home
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For days, thousands have been outside the house in central Seoul,
trying to shield President Yoon Suk Yeol.

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Feds Say the Technology They Use to Control the Weather Doesn't Work
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For as long as humans have suffered at the hands of the storms they
have dreamed of controlling the weather. The United States, like all
great empires lost to hubris, has long sought to manipulate the skies
to its own ends. A new Federal report has revealed America sucks at
it.

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Drunken officer freed suspects to celebrate New Year - Zambian police
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Detective inspector Titus Phiri was arrested after releasing the
suspects from Leonard Cheelo police station in the capital, Lusaka,
before running away himself. The 13 detainees were accused of crimes
such as assault, robbery and burglary.

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Biden to block U.S. Steel's sale to Japan's Nippon - reports (NYSE:X)
| Seeking Alpha
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Having a 123-year-old iconic American steel giant be taken over by a
Japanese producer has not gone well in the US of A. Multiple reports
suggest that President Biden will block Nippon Steel's (OTCPK:NPSCY)
$14.9B deal for U.S. Steel (

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The best laptop you can buy in 2025
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There is no single "best" laptop brand, but judging from this guide
alone, we're generally impressed by notebooks from Apple, Dell and
ASUS. They all offer fast, reliable and sturdy machines. HP also makes
some eye-catching devices if you want an option that’s the most
aesthetic. Those four brands, along with Lenovo and Acer, dominate
laptop sales worldwide. We'd avoid systems from any retail store
brands, or companies that don't have a major presence in the US.

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Weather tracker: Cold air over warm waters brings heavy snow to Japan
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Snowfall totals of 15-30cm are possible in a band extending from
Kansas to West Virginia, with strong winds leading to the potential
for blizzard conditions at times. In areas experiencing freezing rain,
ice accumulations of more than 0.5cm are possible, leading to a risk
of power outages and dangerous driving conditions. As the low clears
to the east into next week, an Arctic airmass will spread across the
eastern half of the US, with temperatures significantly below normal
across a large part of the country.

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Mike Johnson faces leadership test as US House begins new session with
vote
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The last speaker election in January 2023 required 15 rounds of voting
before former speaker Kevin McCarthy was confirmed. Johnson emerged as
a compromise candidate in October of that year following McCarthy’s
removal from the position, when eight Republicans went rogue to vote
alongside Democrats – the first such ouster in American political
history.

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Bank of America Premium Rewards Elite Credit Card review: Could this
be your next premium travel card?
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Yahoo Finance and are not those of any other entity. The details on
financial products, including card rates and fees, are accurate as of
the publish date. All products or services are presented without
warranty. Check the bank’s website for the most current information.
This site doesn't include all currently available offers. Credit score
alone does not guarantee or imply approval for any financial product.

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The 25 Most Important Recipes of the Past 100 Years
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A century of American braising, baking, and imbibing, just in time for
Thanksgiving.

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The American worker is becoming more productive - WSJ (No paywall)
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Take Vic Viktorov, a gym owner who increased revenue at his Boston
business in 2024 by 30% without adding a single salesperson to the two
already on staff. Instead, he has been using an
artificial-intelligence model loaded with company documents, sales
materials and other information. Now, he can complete in just minutes
work that used to take hours, such as writing marketing plans, email
drafts and social-media posts.

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Big banks flee climate coalition formed to reduce carbon emissions -
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Morgan Stanley, Citigroup and Bank of America this week withdrew from
an ambitious pandemic-era climate coalition designed to help drive a
shift to reduce carbon emissions by businesses. That followed
withdrawals over the past month by Wells Fargo and Goldman Sachs from
the United Nations-backed coalition, known as the Net-Zero Banking
Alliance.

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Three issues to watch in global health in 2025 - STAT (No paywall)
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The 2020s started with the most severe pandemic since the 1918 Spanish
flu. Just as the worst of Covid-19 was starting to ease, the world was
introduced to mpox, a cousin of smallpox that went from occasionally
infecting people who had contact with infected rodents in forested
parts of West and Central Africa to spreading from person to person in
Europe, the Americas, and beyond, mainly via sex. In 2024, bird flu
became cow flu, or moo flu, as some researchers like to refer to it.
Between outbreaks in dairy cows, outbreaks in poultry operations, and
outbreaks in wild birds, the amount of H5N1 virus in the environment
has reached unsettling levels.

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Tech is coming to Washington. Prepare for a clash of cultures - The
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Already things have turned nasty. Donald Trump has not even got to the
White House, and his raucous court of advisers have rounded on each
other. In recent days Elon Musk and other tech tycoons have traded
insults with the MAGA crowd over highly skilled migration. What seems
like a petty spat over visas is in fact a sign of a much deeper rift.
For the first time, tech is coming to Washington?and its worldview is
strikingly at odds with the maga movement. The ways in which these
tensions are resolved, and who gains the upper hand, will profoundly
affect America?s economy and its financial markets over the next four
years.

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Sir Nick Clegg to leave Meta ahead of Trump's return
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North America correspondent Anthony Zurcher makes sense of US politics
in his twice weekly US Election Unspun newsletter. Readers in the UK
can sign up here. Those outside the UK can sign up here.

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Court strikes down US net neutrality rules
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But USTelecom, an industry group whose members include AT&T and
Verizon, said the decision was "a victory for American consumers that
will lead to more investment, innovation, and competition in the
dynamic digital marketplace."

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Religious Leaders Experiment with A.I. in Sermons
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Modern religious leaders are experimenting with A.I. just as earlier
generations examined radio, television and the internet.

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Opinion | Chris Hayes: I Want Your Attention. I Need Your Attention.
Here is How I Mastered My Own.
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The problem we face is existential and spiritual, not situational.

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Opinion | The Instagram Husband Ponders His Own Account
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A second-person narrative of social media.

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Wayne Osmond, Singer and Guitarist With the Osmonds, Dies at 73
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Mr. Osmond was a founding member of the family pop group, which had a
slew of hits in the 1970s, including “One Bad Apple” and
“Yo-Yo.”

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The best Apple Arcade games for 2025
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It’s another game that begs you to sink time into it, trying to make
it as deep into the ocean as you can before you pick up a fish; then,
you want to grab as many fish to shoot as possible to make as much
money as possible. It’s a great feedback loop, and, well, it’s
just a ridiculous game. It gets even more fun when you use that cash
to grab power-ups like the chainsaw lure (which lets you just tear
through fish in the ocean as you see fit) or a spring to make the fish
fly extra-high, all the better to plug them with your shotgun.

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The best smart scales, plus how to choose one
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Let’s say you and a family member have fairly different weights -
the scale will easily know who’s who based on that. But if you and
someone else have similar weights, it might ask you to confirm the
profile on your phone after the weigh-in. Some scales even let you
assign a profile manually in the scales app if it’s not sure.

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Why supporters of South Koreaa??s impeached president Yoon Suk Yeol
are flying US flags
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At Friday's rally outside his residence, protesters held banners in
Korean claiming "election fraud" and in English, "Stop The Steal".
When asked for specific evidence of electoral manipulation, none could
answer.

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Man arrested over alleged 1997 murder of Meaghan Rose on Sunshine
Coast denied bail
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In addition to his apprehension on the warrant, he was charged with
assaulting police, dealing with identity information to commit an
indictable offence and possessing identity information to commit an
indictable offence.

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a??Unimaginable tragedya?? for central Victorian community as
three-year-old boy found dead after caravan fire
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Police continue investigation into child's body found after
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Brothers wanted over alleged Queensland shooting murder of Chloe Mason
believed to be camping in NSW
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Harbison said police would “extradite these persons from anywhere in
Australia for this offense. So you’re not safe anywhere. Come
forward. Hand yourself in”. Police have urged anyone with
information to contact police. Harbison said the pair are believed to
be the only people involved.

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Man falls 20 metres to his death from cliff at national park in
northern Sydney
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Body recovered from water after tragic accident near a picnic area on
the Duckholes Trail in Ku-ring-gai Chase national park

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