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Retired UK Man Makes $2 Million Selling 15-Year-Old Pokémon Cards

A retired decorator from Woking, UK, sold a collection of vintage Pokémon cards for £1.56 million (around $2 million), far exceeding the estimated value of £250,000. He had bought 42 sets from 1999 to 2009, mostly from Malaysia via eBay. One set bought for £300 sold for £75,000. The auction took place at Ewbank's, surprising the man who was unaware of the cards' value until recently.

Mint··Woking

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PoliticsPhoto: Deccan Herald

Kerala Government Orders Vigilance Probe Against CPI(M) Leader P P Divya

The Kerala government has ordered a vigilance investigation against former Kannur district panchayat president and CPI(M) leader P P Divya for alleged irregularities. The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau will probe the award of a construction contract to Carton India without tenders during her tenure. The investigation also covers Divya's assets and those of her husband, as well as former panchayat secretary Abdul Latheef.

Deccan Herald··Kannur

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WorldPhoto: News18

Typhoon Champi Threatens Taiwan with Heavy Rain and Winds

Typhoon Champi, originating over the Pacific Ocean, is passing near Taiwan’s northeastern coast on October 23-24. The storm, though weakened from super typhoon status, still poses significant risks including torrential rain, strong winds, and dangerous waves. It is expected to continue towards China and Japan, prompting warnings from authorities in the affected regions.

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PoliticsPhoto: Amar Ujala

Kharge Questions Modi Government on China, Urges PM to Tell Truth

Congress leader Kharge asked the Modi government three questions regarding its stance on China. He urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to be truthful with the nation about the government's policies and actions related to China. Kharge's remarks highlight concerns over transparency and accountability in handling China-related issues.

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SportsPhoto: TOI Sports

Lone’er Kavanagh Prepares for Ramazan Temirov at UFC 333

Lone’er Kavanagh is preparing to face Ramazan Temirov at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi on October 24. After losing to Brandon Royval, Kavanagh aims to correct his mistakes and strengthen his title credentials. Temirov, ranked sixth in flyweight, recently won by knockout against Steve Erceg, making this a challenging fight at the Etihad Arena.

TOI Sports··Abu Dhabi

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SportsPhoto: Hindu Sport

Pankaj Advani Wins 29th World Billiards Championship Title

Pankaj Advani, the legendary cue sports player, won his 29th career world title by claiming the World Billiards Championship in Birmingham. At 41, he was the only Indian in the semifinals and defeated England's Rob Hall in a demanding five-hour final. Advani also won the SAGE National Billiards Championship in Bhopal on December 20, 2021, beating Dhruv Sitwala 5-2.

Hindu Sport··Bhopal

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