Guzmán led the Maoist rebel group which in the 1980s almost brought the Peruvian state to its knees.
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Saturday, September 11, 2021
9/11 anniversary: Moment of silence as families recite names of victims
On the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attack, New York City held a moment of silence for the lost 2,977 lives.
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Afghanistan: US media cast doubt on Kabul drone strike
Media question both the intelligence behind the US attack on a car in Kabul and the claims of success.
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US Open: Record-chasing Novak Djokovic sets up final with Daniil Medvedev
Novak Djokovic keeps alive his hopes of a calendar Grand Slam by reaching the US Open final, where he will face Daniil Medvedev.
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9/11 anniversary: Official commemorations under way
A minute's silence will mark the exact times the hijacked planes crashed in three states.
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20 years on from 9/11 a trial like no other begins at Guantanamo Bay
After two decades, the trial of 5 men accused of involvement in the 9/11 attacks finally begins
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Escaped zebras spark double takes and denials in Maryland
They have been roaming Maryland for more than a week. A US politician says: "I did not let them loose".
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Haiti PM asked to testify in President's assassination hearing
Ariel Henry has been asked why he spoke to the main suspect in the slaying of President Moise.
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What is 'individual transport' and why is it important?
At the first major car sector event since Covid environmentally-friendly mobility was the hot topic.
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Delays in state pension payments 'causing anxiety'
Hundreds of new state pension claimants failed to receive payments owing to Covid and staffing problems.
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Agnès Buzyn: France ex-health minister under investigation
Former health minister Agnès Buzyn is investigated for "endangering lives" after leaving her role.
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Two of six Palestinian prison escapees recaptured - Israel
A manhunt was launched after six inmates tunnelled out of a prison in northern Israel on Monday.
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Canadian teen Leylah Fernandez fights for glory
The 19-year-old was ranked 73rd in the world, but now has a shot at winning the US Open.
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Alpha Condé: Guinea's ousted president in good health, Ecowas says
West African envoys meet Alpha Condé, who was detained during a coup last week.
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Friday, September 10, 2021
Apple dealt major blow in Epic Games trial
A judge in the Apple vs Epic trial says Apple must give app developers alternative payment options.
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Hong Kong Tiananmen vigil organisers charged under national security law
Three members of a pro-democracy group appeared in court on Friday charged with subversion.
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Why Don't We: US boy band accuse manager of mental and financial abuse
US group Why Don't We claim they were made "hostages in our own home" and had their food restricted.
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Driver shortage: 50,000 more HGV driving tests promised a year
The government will make it quicker to get an HGV driver licence, amid an industry-wide shortage.
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COP26: Poorest countries fear not reaching UK for climate summit
Twenty of the world's poorest countries face hotel quarantine before the event in Glasgow.
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Food shortages could be permanent, warns industry body
Shoppers are unlikely to have a wide range of products to choose from, due to supply chain issues.
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Afghanistan: UN condemns Taliban's brutal crackdown on protests
The United Nations says the Taliban used live ammunition, batons and whips on protesters, killing four.
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Nord Stream 2: Gazprom says new pipeline to Germany is ready
Nord Stream 2 will double Moscow's natural gas exports to Germany, bypassing Ukraine.
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Texas passes social media 'de-platforming' law
The US state makes it illegal to ban somebody from social media because of their political views.
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MH17: One father's testimony marked by despair and a rucksack
Relatives reveal the pain of securing justice for those who brought down the flight over east Ukraine.
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Afghanistan: Former US ambassador says leaving 'pulled the plumbing' of Afghan forces
A former US ambassador says Afghan security forces were developed to rely on US intelligence and communications.
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Watchdog urges tougher line on Covid test firms
Basic standards for firms to qualify for the government list should be significantly improved, says the CMA.
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Former member of Afghan parliament: 'The Taliban would've killed me if they found me'
Naheed Farid says she left Afghanistan over fears the Taliban could kill her and for the safety of her children.
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Emma Raducanu set to be best-paid British sportswoman
The teenage tennis star's potential earnings skyrocket as she reaches the US Open final.
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Lebanon gets new government amid deepening crisis
The country's richest man becomes prime minister, ending more than a year of political paralysis.
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Lorry driver shortages: 'It's a very good career'
More than 100,000 lorry drivers are needed to meet a national shortage which is causing stock delays.
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Twitter to label 'good' bot accounts
Twitter wants "good" bot accounts to label themselves as non-human.
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Thursday, September 9, 2021
Costa gives 5% pay rise to some staff and recruits 2,000
Costa said the 5% pay rise was to reward 14,500 staff for their hard work during the pandemic.
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McDonald's plant burger launch late to vegan party
The chain announced its McPlant burger would be on offer nationwide next year, after years of research.
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Top US court halts Texas execution of inmate seeking pastor's touch
The inmate, convicted of murder, is calling for the right to have a pastor's hands on him as he dies.
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Surfside tower collapse: Three arrested over victim ID thefts
The suspects are said to have purchased luxury items on illegally obtained credit cards.
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Covid-19 vaccines in South Africa: Free football tickets for fans with jabs
The government is concerned about growing anti-vaccine sentiment in the country.
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Sergio Ramírez: Nicaragua orders arrest of award-winning author
State prosecutors accuse Sergio Ramírez of inciting hatred and conspiring to destabilise Nicaragua.
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How a monkey launched the pop-it toy craze
Why it took a TikTok primate to turn a forty-year-old idea into a global hit
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Ford is latest firm to stop making cars in India
The firm has run up losses of more than $2bn in India and demand for new vehicles has weakened.
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The models that turned Instagram into their DIY catwalk
New York Fashion Week marks a tentative return - but how did supermodels keep working through Covid?
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Three brings in EU roaming charges and ends global scheme
Three is the third UK network to bring back roaming charges for the EU post-Brexit.
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Jerome Boateng: German football star on trial over assault charge
Jerome Boateng is accused of injuring his ex-girlfriend during a dispute on holiday in 2018.
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KPMG seeks to increase working class staff numbers
By 2030, KPMG wants 29% of its senior staff to have had parents that worked in "routine and manual" jobs.
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Numbers on furlough drop to new low
There has been "a striking fall" in the number of young people on furlough, says the Treasury.
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Afghanistan: Protesters defy Taliban intimidation
Demonstrators are on the streets again as pictures emerge showing injuries inflicted on journalists.
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Australia may cancel Afghanistan Test if women banned
Cricket Australia (CA) will cancel its men's Test match with Afghanistan if reports that the women's team cannot play under Taliban rule are true.
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US Open 2021: Novak Djokovic will face Alexander Zverev in semi-final
Novak Djokovic will continue his bid to win all four Grand Slams in the same year against Olympic champion Alexander Zverev in Friday's US Open semi-final.
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Afghan Special Forces commander faced race against time to flee
An Afghan Special Forces commander says he owes his life to members of the Parachute Regiment who helped him escape.
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EasyJet rejects takeover bid and seeks to raise more money
The airline says a recent takeover approach undervalued the business and announces plans to raise £1.2bn.
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888 agrees to buy William Hill European business
The online gambling firm has agreed to buy the non-US assets of betting chain William Hill for £2.2bn.
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