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Police make arrest tied to Tupac Shakur’s killing — report
The Associated Press cited two unnamed sources with “firsthand knowledge of the arrest.” It’s not clear what the exact charge or charges are. One man, Duane “Keffe D” Davis, had said he was in the car that night in 1996.https://ouo.io/o6s1iE
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From sausage to strawberries, Germany crowns oddest queens
They wear a tiara and promote regional tourism attractions or agricultural specialties. Germany crowns many queens, representing everything from mountain pastures to apples and wine. DW highlights these curious crowns.https://ouo.io/7730GQ
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Berlin State Opera: Thielemann to succeed Barenboim as conductor
The Berlin State Opera, one of the most important opera houses in the world, has a new maestro. Christian Thielemann will succeed Daniel Barenboim, who stepped down in January for health reasons.https://ouo.io/yGk8O8k
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Germany: How safe is it for women at Munich’s Oktoberfest?
Every year, the largest folk festival in the world draws millions of people to Munich for beer, dancing and family-friendly fun. But there is also a sobering side.https://ouo.io/bVTqg0
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Harry Potter ‘Dumbledore’ actor Michael Gambon dies
Michael Gambon has died at the age of 82, his family said in a statement. The veteran actor was a mainstay in theaters from London to Broadway for decades, but became best known as Harry Potter’s mentor in later life.https://ouo.io/Jr3l2Tj
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60 years on, the Porsche 911 remains a cultural icon
Unveiled in 1963, the Porsche 911 continues to inspire dreams and serves as a status symbol. Here are some of the stars and movies celebrating the famous sports car.https://ouo.io/Pt9mhu
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How safe is it for women at Oktoberfest?
Every year, the largest folk festival in the world draws millions of people to Munich for beer, dancing and family-friendly fun. But there is also a sobering side to the festivities.https://ouo.io/DKSD5ee
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‘White Torture’ documents Iran’s notorious prison methods
Narges Mohammadi’s book and documentary about the plight of imprisoned activists in Iran sheds light on human rights abuses suffered by those behind bars in the Islamic Republic.https://ouo.io/c4l5RL
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Hollywood screenwriters union agrees to end strike
The Writers Guild of America has reached a tentative deal with studios, which had met most demands. The nearly five month strike has slowed down film and television production.https://ouo.io/KKBNXH
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European Day of Languages: Celebrating diversity
The European Day of Languages, on September 26, aims to promote language education as a means of fostering international understanding. Does it work in the age of Google Translate?https://ouo.io/NBMmfs