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As she celebrated her 70th birthday today, Angela Merkel was not surrounded by an assembly of dignitaries. Instead, her day passed quietly in private with no grand celebration planned for September at her political party's headquarters; rather, there would be a lecture on the Enlightenment theme held within

At age 30, Yang Li set a three-year deadline for herself to make the decision on whether she wanted children. As time passed and her demanding career in Beijing kept her from contemplating motherhood, at nearly 34 years old, she opted to freeze her eggs. However, as an unmarried

A young girl in London who was injured during a family meal faces uncertain future regarding her ability to speak and move, according to her parents. Nine-year-old Shannon had been visiting relatives on her half-term break when she was wounded at a restaurant by an assailant using

Authorities probing the deaths of six individuals found in a Bangkok hotel suite suspect a member poisoned themselves, along with others, using cyanide. Initial analysis revealed cyanide in items like tea, cups, and one victim's blood. Conversations with a relative suggest the tragedy may stem from a business

Labour leader Keir Starmer is determined to create wealth for people across the country and remove obstacles that hinder progress in Britain. In today's quotes, former shadow chancellor John McDonnell warns that achieving significant growth will take time before voters expect substantial results from this government by at

Donald Trump suggested that Taiwan should financially compensate the United States for protection against China during an interview with Bloomberg Businessweek. This raised doubts about Washington's support for Taiwan's democracy, particularly in light of his potential reelection on November 3rd. In reaction to Trump's