A friend of the New York Republican said September's accident left him paralysed from the chest down.

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A Virginia-based defence contractor is found liable for the abuse of three former prisoners.

The law requires public schools to display a poster of the Ten Commandments in every classroom.

Teixeira leaked highly classified Pentagon documents to an online platform popular with gamers.

One of the worst famines in decades could be underway in Sudan, aid workers warn.

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The new president tells the BBC thousands of illegal Zimbabweans should be given temporary permits.

India has built a 3km-long runway on Agalega and no-one has fully explained why, angering residents.

Known as Buz Stop Boys, the group's leader says they want "a cleaner, healthier, and prouder Ghana".

Dozens of videos involving a senior civil servant in Equatorial Guinea have flooded social media, shocking people in the country.

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In an echo of the US, the current vice-president is up against an ex-president in the 7 December vote.

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Dawit Isaak has been held without trial in an Eritrean prison for 23 years.

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They are accused of hate speech as rights groups say the law is being used to restrict freedoms.

Navin Ramgoolam, 77, is appointed prime minister and begins his third stint in the job.

Analyst Alex de Waal looks at how the US president-elect could deal with conflicts on the continent.

Those who died in two world wars and other conflicts are remembered on Armistice Day across the UK and internationally.

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Blind comedian Chris McCausland and his dance partner performed part of the routine with the lights off.

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Riley, who has cancer, is surprised after an online appeal to meet the Marvel star.

Daniel Khalife told jurors at his trial that he cannot remember the document in question.

When it comes to splitting logs for firewood or other woodworking projects, patience is a virtue. While it might be tempting to start splitting freshly cut logs right away, it’s essential to allow them some time to “season” or dry out properly. The question many enthusiasts ask is, “How long should I let logs sit […]

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Properly seasoned firewood is the key to efficient and enjoyable fires during the cold months. But how long should you let firewood season after splitting it? This critical step in firewood preparation ensures that the wood burns cleanly and produces maximum heat. In this article, we will delve into the factors that influence the seasoning […]

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Gun barrels are made of metal, and like any other metal object, they just love to get rusty. After you use the gun for a while, they start acting like a toddler who needs nonstop attention. If you leave them unattended for a while, you’ll come back to see that the shiny barrel is cluttered […]

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Keep your guns clean, and you will have zero failures. All the military personnel are trained to clean their weapons every time, whether they used them or not. Now, it might sound overkill for an ordinary gun owner, so how often should you clean your gun? The question might seem like a simple one, and […]

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What happens when you shoot a gun underwater? What happens when you shoot a gun straight up? What happens when you shoot a gun in space? Don’t let curiosity get the best of you. There are plenty of questions that pops in our mind, and not all of them are worth trying out. Rely on […]

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The garage is a natural location for a gun safe because many people want their firearms out of their main living area. For people who have a large safe and wish to keep their firearms away from the house, the garage is an ideal location. The truth is, if you put a gun safe in […]

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The basement is a good place to store large gun safes if you don’t want them to be seen easily. Since your basement is inside your house and you can better monitor it, it also provides greater security than your garage. There are many similarities between basement gun safes and garage gun safes. It will […]

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Our most frequently asked question is, “Is it possible to install a safe on the second floor?” I would say yes. In terms of where your safe will be installed, it is entirely up to you. In theory, it makes sense to store your safe on the second floor of your home. After all, a […]

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Although most states do not require you to securely store your firearms in any particular manner or device, you might want to consider doing so. There are several good reasons to keep any firearms that are not under your direct control locked up securely. It is important to note that some states and cities have […]

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With her eye in the sky, Joanna Steidle captures images of the elusive creatures.

John Hayward's pictures feature in a new version of A Shropshire Lad by A. E. Housman.