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Date set for closure of Treasury Casino in Brisbane

Sydney Morning Herald 

The date has been set for the Treasury Casino to close its doors for good in Queensland ahead of the opening of the new Star Casino at the Queen's Wharf precinct next week.

Biden signs classified nuclear plan in response to China

Technology.inquirer.net 

The New York Times reported that US President Joe Biden has approved a revised nuclear plan to defend against potential threats from Russia, China and North Korea.  On August 20, The White House confirmed that the Nuclear Employment Guidance received approval earlier this year.  READ: The world’s biggest nuclear fusion reactor activates The White House

How the Oldest Company in the World, Japan’s Temple-Builder Kongō Gumi, Has Survived Nearly 1,500 Years

Open Culture 

Image from New York Public Library, via Wikimedia Commons If you visit Osaka, you’ll be urged to see two old buildings in particular: Osaka Castle and Shitennō-ji (above), Japan’s first Buddhist temple. In beholding both, you’ll behold the work of construction firm Kongō Gumi (金剛組), the oldest continuously run company in the world. It was […]

J&K elections: Mehbooba faces backlash from loyalists over daughter's possible nomination from Mufti bastion

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Mehbooba Mufti, PDP's president, encountered resistance after choosing her daughter, Iltija Mufti, as a candidate for the Srigufwara-Bijbehara constituency in J&K's assembly elections. Abdul Rehman Veeri decided to contest independently, causing party tension and defections. This situation has stirred dissatisfaction among several members ahead of the polls.

The Hometown Puzzle

Vulture.com 

20-Across, Three Letters: “Euphoria” character portrayed by Zendaya

How New York's Meatpacking District grew up

Evening Standard 

The former party hub has evolved into something a lot more sophisticated, thanks to a slew of hot new openings. Martha Hayes reveals why it’s the place to be for everyone from fashionistas to foodies and culture lovers