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Taliban meets with the U.S. for the first time since conquering Afghanistan

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3 years ago

October 11, 2021

A U.S. official says the country will prioritise “holding the Taliban to its commitment not to allow terrorists to use Afghan soil to threaten the security of the United States or its allies”

Senior Taliban representatives have met with a delegation from the U.S. stating that the two-day discussion has been “positive”.

The U.S. state department says the two sides reviewed security and terrorism concerns, the integration of women in Afghan society, humanitarian assistance, as well as safe travel for U.S. citizens, other foreign nationals and Afghans.

They say the talk was “candid and professional”, emphasising that the Taliban will be judged based on their actions, not on their words.

The in-person meeting in Doha marked the first between the two groups since the Taliban takeover on August 15.

Another meeting between the Afghanistan leaders and European Union representatives is also commencing shortly.

The Taliban hope these talks will increase recognition of the Afghan government internationally.

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Why Australia is becoming the new home of the Hollywood blockbuster

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1 day ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Australia’s multimillion-dollar campaign to attract Hollywood productions to its shores appears to be paying off.

The allure of Australia lies not only in its picturesque locations but also in its competitive financial incentives.

The government offers generous rebates and tax breaks to international productions, making it an attractive proposition for filmmakers looking to maximise their budgets.

Despite the recent intake of Hollywood productions down under such as ‘The Fall Guy’ and ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’, Aussie independents are still finding the space to carve their own creative path.

Rob Fantozzi joined the program to discuss the latest in Hollywood, and showcased his own upcoming project – ‘Omerta‘. #featured

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Portal between countries shut down after international flashing

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1 day ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

An international video portal has been forced to shut down after an OnlyFans model reportedly flashed passersby from across the globe.

On this episode of Ahron and Mike Live – Which would you prefer; pay rise or work perks, an international portal closes, the military reveal a submarine stingray and are you on a top or bottom burger bun?

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Mike Loder discuss. #featured #trending

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U.S. home prices surge 47%

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2 days ago

May 17, 2024

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American home prices are rising at faster pace now than in the last 20-years.

A recent analysis reveals a jaw dropping surge in the cost of American homes.

Since the start of 2020, U.S. home prices have surged 47% easily outstripping the gains seen in recent decades.

On top of that, home price growth so far this decade is on the verge of surpassing all the growth seen in the 2000s.

Many experts believe this decade’s housing market frenzy was ignited by a perfect storm — the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic triggering an unprecedented rush among buyers.

Tom Hutchens, the Executive Vice President of Production at Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions joins Veronica Dudo to discuss.

#IN AMERICA TODAY #economy #housing #housingmarket #homeprices #homesales #inflation #trending