British writer Samantha Harvey’s space-station novel 'Orbital' wins the Booker Prize for fiction
LONDON (AP) — British writer Samantha Harvey’s space-station novel 'Orbital' wins the Booker Prize for fiction.
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- CNN
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- The Independent
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- The Guardian
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- The Independent
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- The Wrap
Hal Lindsey, Author of ‘The Late, Great Planet Earth,’ Dies at 95
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- People
Jennifer Lopez Wears Dazzling See-Through Top During Dinner Outing in Beverly Hills
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- Cosmo
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- SETHLUI.COM
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- The Telegraph
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- People
Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin Come Together for Daughter Apple’s Society Debut: See the Family Photos
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- Evening Standard
Manchester United: Ruben Amorim credits Ruud van Nistelrooy impact as Amad Diallo takes leap forward
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Trump is now threatening 100% tariffs on the BRICS group — which comprises 9 emerging market countries
After floating 25% tariffs on Canada, China, and Mexico shortly before Thanksgiving, President-elect Trump is now targeting the BRICS nations.
- Evening Standard
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- The Hill
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- The Daily Beast
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- The Telegraph
Slot has fused heavy-metal football with Dutch control – Liverpool look uncatchable
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