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Constitution will be amended on consensus of all: Home Minister

Minister for Home Affairs, Ramesh Lekhak, has said that consensus from all political parties will be ensured to amend the Constitution.

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2024 CSR Forum held to mark 50 years of diplomatic relations

The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Nepal organized the “2024 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Forum in Nepal to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Republic of Korea and Nepal on December 14 in Kathmandu.

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Manakamana Cable Car Service to close for two days

Manakamana Cable Car Service is suspending its services for two days.

This undated photo provided by NGO Medecins du Monde on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, shows a devastated hill on the French territory of Mayotte in the Indian Ocean, after Cyclone Chido caused extensive damage with reports of several fatalities. Photo: Medecins du Monde via AP

At least 11 dead in the French territory of Mayotte as Cyclone Chido causes devastating damage

At least 11 people have died after Cyclone Chido caused devastating damage in the French territory of Mayotte in the Indian Ocean, France's Interior Ministry said Sunday.

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Forestry officials, judiciary unite for combating wildlife crimes

Stakeholders from the judiciary and forestry sectors have come together to address crimes related to wildlife and environment in Pokhara.

Yomari Punhi being observed today

PM Oli's greetings on Dhanya Purnima

NPL: Kathmandu Gurkhas defeats Biratnagar kings by one wicket

Cultural festivals further strengthen national unity: MC Chair Dahal

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Gold drops Rs 2,200 per tola on Sunday

The price of gold in the domestic market continued its downward trend on Sunday, dropping by Rs 2,200 per tola. This follows a decline of Rs 1,200 per tola recorded on Friday.

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Cricket for wider awareness on climate actions

In the wake of growing concerns about the climate emergency, which has threatened many aspects of life, world-record-holding 18-year-old mountaineer Nima Rinji Sherpa, who has scaled all 14 peaks, has been named the brand ambassador for the International Inter University "Jay Nepal Cup" T20 Cricket Tournament.

Chitwan Rhinos skipper Kushal Malla watches as he plays a shot against Janakpur bolts during NPL. Photo: NPL/Facebook

NPL: Kushal Malla's all-round brilliance keeps Chitwan Rhinos' playoff hopes alive with win over Janakpur Bolts

With Chitwan Rhinos' victory, Pokhara Avengers and Biratnagar are eliminated from playoff contention.

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Cricket for wider awareness on climate actions

In the wake of growing concerns about the climate emergency, which has threatened many aspects of life, world-record-holding 18-year-old mountaineer Nima Rinji Sherpa, who has scaled all 14 peaks, has been named the brand ambassador for the International Inter University "Jay Nepal Cup" T20 Cricket Tournament.

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Kathmandu Valley records coldest day of the year

The Kathmandu Valley has witnessed its coldest day of this winter today with the minimum temperature recorded at 2 degree Celsius.

Brian Lara, the legendary Trinidadian cricketer celebrated as one of the greatest batsmen in history, gestures upon his arrival at TIA in Kathmandu, on Friday, December 13, 2024. Photo: Skanda Gautam/THT

Legendary cricketer Brian Lara arrives in Nepal

Legendary cricketer Brian Lara arrived in Nepal this morning.

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Journalists, content creators unite for ethical storytelling

A diverse group of 13 journalists and 13 content creators convened at the National Symposium for Journalists and Content Creators organized in Kathmandu today to address pressing challenges in ethical storytelling, and content moderation in Nepal’s rapidly evolving digital ecosystem.

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Wider cooperation stressed to reduce climate change crisis

Stakeholders concerned have stressed the need of a wider cooperation to minimise climate change crisis.

Nepal

File - People of Limbu community perform Chyabrung dance to celebrate Udhauli (Chasok Tangnam) festival in Phidim, on Tuesday, December 13, 2016. Photo: Laxmi Gautam/THT

President Paudel extends Udhauli greetings

President Ramchandra Paudel has expressed belief that Udhauli festival will help further strengthen national unity enhancing the mutual harmony, tolerance and fraternity in the diverse Nepali society.

Leopard sightings alarm locals in Abukhaireni RM, Tanahun. Photo: RSS

Leopard sightings alarm locals in Abukhaireni RM, Tanahun

Locals of Panighatta, Aapchautara, Chowkchisapani areas of Abukhaireni Rural Municipality in Tanahun are terrified with the visibility of leopard in their locality every day.

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130 kg cannabis seized after car carrying it met with an accident

One hundred and thirty kilogrammes marijuana was found in a car that met with an accident at zeromile of Dhangadhimai Municipality-10 along East-West Highway.

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Govt committed for sustainable development, good governance: Minister Lekhak

Minister for Home Affairs Ramesh Lekhak has asserted that the government was committed to establish sustainable development, peace, security, good governance, prosperity in the country.

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CIAA to challenge Special Court decision in Supreme Court

The Commission for Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has filed an appeal at the Supreme Court against the decision of the Special Court to acquit a person accused of taking bribe money.

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Plaintiffs and their supporters celebrate after a Japanese high court ruled that the country’s refusal to recognize same-sex marriage is unconstitutional, outside the Fukuoka High Court in Fukuoka, southern Japan, Friday, Dec. 13, 2024. The banner, in red, reads "Unconstitutional at the high court." Photo: Kyodo News via AP

Japan's ban on recognizing same-sex unions is unconstitutional, a court finds. Here's what to know

Japan's refusal to recognize same-sex marriage is unconstitutional, a high court ruled Friday, the latest victory for the LGBGQ+ community to add pressure on the reluctant government.

In this photo taken from a video released by Russian Defense Ministry press service on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024, Russian servicemen fire a D-20 howitzer towards Ukrainian positions in an undisclosed location.

Russian forces edge closer to a key eastern Ukraine city in 'intense' fighting, officials say

Ukrainian troops repelled nearly 40 Russian attempts to storm defenses around Pokrovsk over the previous 24 hours, the General Staff said in a battlefield report Thursday.

Supporters of Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia and her Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) denouncing attacks in India on a diplomatic mission and alleged desecration of Bangladeshi flags, participate in a protest in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo: AP

Supporters of Bangladesh Nationalist Party hold protest march as tensions continue with India

The party headed by former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia has been protesting against the attack by a mob of Hindus in the northeastern Indian state of Agartala on Dec. 2.

FILE - Journalists at a center for forensic analysis in undisclosed location in Ukraine on Nov. 24, 2024, film fragments of what authorities in Kyiv described as a Russian hypersonic missile that struck a factory in Dnipro, Ukraine.

US warns Russia may be ready to use new lethal missile against Ukraine again in 'coming days'

Fighting has escalated in the grinding war as both Russia and Ukraine scramble to get an upper hand in any coming negotiations.

FILE - South Korea's Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul, right, looks on as South Korea's Defense Minister Kim Yong Hyun speaks during a news conference in Ottawa, Ontario, on Nov. 1, 2024. Photo: Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press via AP, File

Ex-defense chief in South Korea tried to kill himself after being arrested over martial law case

South Korea’s previous defense minister was stopped from attempting suicide while in detention over last week's martial law case, officials said, as police were trying to search President Yoon Suk Yeol’s office Wednesday in their intensifying investigation.

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Nationalism in today's world: It should be about diversity, dignity and equity, not division

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Nationalism has always been contentious. Throughout history, we have witnessed how politics has shaped it, how certain elite groups have hijacked its agency, and how it has been a tool for entering the voters' minds and, as such, an election tool.

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Soil – the life beneath us: Measures to keep it healthy

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Soil is more than just dirt beneath our feet—it is a living, breathing system that nurtures life itself.

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Prime Minister's visit to China: Yet another trip of missed opportunities

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Prime Minister Oli has returned after paying a visit to China upon the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang.

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Gold drops Rs 2,200 per tola on Sunday

The price of gold in the domestic market continued its downward trend on Sunday, dropping by Rs 2,200 per tola. This follows a decline of Rs 1,200 per tola recorded on Friday.

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Gold price drops by Rs 1,200 per tola

The gold price in the domestic market saw a significant drop of Rs 1,200 per tola on Friday, failing to sustain its upward momentum from earlier in the week.

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NEPSE drops 33 points as daily turnover increases Rs 6 billion

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE), which recorded a notable gain of 45.88 points on Wednesday, experienced a downturn on Thursday, dropping by 33.42 points or 1.23% to close at 2,682.29 points.

Malaysian Chargé d' affaires a.i. Mohd Firdaus Azman speaking during interaction with mediapersons in Kathmandu, on Wednesday.

'Proposed MoU to expand job opportunities in Malaysia'

The proposed memorandum of understanding (MoU) will create numerous opportunities for Nepali foreign job-seekers in Malaysia, according to Malaysian Chargé d' affaires a.i. Mohd Firdaus Azman.

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NEPSE gains 45 points as banking sector leads with 3.43%

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) recorded a notable gain of 45.88 points, representing a rise of 1.71%, closing at 2,715.71 points by the end of trading on Wednesday.

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A student in tears upon seeing Dr. Jane Goodall, a renowned primatologist and the world’s leading chimpanzee expert, during an event to plant tree saplings with students and community members to promote environment conservation to young students hosted by The Jane Goodall Institute Nepal at Shree Tika Vidyashram Higher Secondary School in Lalitpur, Nepal, on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Photo: Skanda Gautam/THT

A student in tears upon seeing Dr. Jane Goodall, a renowned primatologist and the world’s leading chimpanzee expert, during an event to plant tree saplings with students and community members to promote environment conservation to young students hosted by The Jane Goodall Institute Nepal at Shree Tika Vidyashram Higher Secondary School in Lalitpur, Nepal, on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Photo: Skanda Gautam/THT

In Pictures: Dr. Jane Goodall, renowned primatologist and leading chimpanzee expert in Nepal

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In Picture: Snow-Covered Village in Badikedar

Tears from a buffalo are seen before the ritual slaughter of thousands of animals at the Gadhimai Festival in Bariyarpur, Nepal, on Sunday, December 8, 2024. Photo: Skanda Gautam/THT

Tears from a buffalo are seen before the ritual slaughter of thousands of animals at the Gadhimai Festival in Bariyarpur, Nepal, on Sunday, December 8, 2024. Photo: Skanda Gautam/THT

Gadhimai Festival: Mass animal sacrifice every five years in Bara

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In Pictures: From the Chandragiri Hills

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In Picture: Kokhedanda

In Pictures: Kartik Naach

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NPL: Kushal Malla's all-round brilliance keeps Chitwan Rhinos' playoff hopes alive with win over Janakpur Bolts

With Chitwan Rhinos' victory, Pokhara Avengers and Biratnagar are eliminated from playoff contention.

Chitwan Rhinos skipper Kushal Malla watches as he plays a shot against Janakpur bolts during NPL. Photo: NPL/Facebook

Acharya claims Kathmandu Open crown

Nepal No 1 amateur Sadbhav Acharya recorded a two-stroke victory over defending champion Niraj Tamang in the grueling final day of the Surya Nepal Kathmandu Open here at the par-68 Royal Nepal Golf Club today.

West Indies legendary cricketer Brian Lara gestures upon his arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu on Friday. Skanda Gautam / THT

Nepal was on my bucket list: Lara

Former West Indies cricketer, Brian Lara, regarded as one of the greatest batsmen of world cricket, landed in Kathmandu this morning.

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NPL Cricket: Karnali Yaks beats Lumbini Lions

Karnali Yaks defeated Lumbini Lions by five runs in today's first match of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) cricket tournament held at the TU Cricket Ground at Kirtipur.

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West Indies cricket legend Brian Charles Lara is en route to Nepal to grace NPL with his presence

In an official statement, CAN expressed its excitement, saying, "We are extremely delighted to welcome Brian Charles Lara into Nepal's cricket fraternity."

A Janakpur batsman plays a shot as Kathmandu Gurkhas wicket-keeper watches on during NPL in Kathmandu. Photo courtesy: NPL/Facebook

NPL: Janakpur Bolts beat Kathmandu Gurkhas by 5 wickets to secure playoff spot

Later, Lalit Rajbanshi was declared man-of-the-match for his match winning spell of 4-2-8-3.

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Indian Southern film actor Allu Arjun, center, greets his fans in Hyderabad, India, Friday, Dec. 13, 2024, as he leaves a hospital where he was taken for medical checkup by policemen before arresting him after his appearance at a film screening allegedly led to a crush of fans in which a woman died. Photo: AP

Popular actor in southern India is freed on bail after spending a night in jail in a stampede case

A popular actor in southern India was released from jail on bail on Saturday, a day after he was arrested by police in connection with a stampede that led to the death of a woman at the premiere of his movie earlier this month.

FILE - Taylor Swift performs at the Monumental stadium during her Eras Tour concert in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Photo: AP

The end of an Eras tour approaches, marking a bittersweet moment for Taylor Swift fans

NASHVILLE, DECEMBER 10After more than 150 shows across five continents over nearly two years, the global phenomenon that is Taylor Swift's Eras Tour is coming to an end.There is no simple way to...

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inDrive's Alternativa Film Awards & Festival 2024 concludes; Celebrates social impact in Yogyakarta, Indonesia

KATHMANDU, DECEMBER 5The Alternativa Film Awards & festival, by inDrive-a global mobility and urban service platform-concluded successfully on November 29, in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. This marked the...

FILE - Taylor Swift performs at Wembley Stadium as part of her Eras Tour, June 21, 2024, in London. Photo: AP

Taylor Swift 'Eras' tie-in book is a smash, selling more than 800,000 copies in first weekend

NEW YORK, DECEMBER 5Just one retail chain was enough for Taylor Swift to have the top-selling book last week and the biggest publishing launch of 2024.According to Circana, Swift's "Eras Tour...

FILE - In this July 10, 2019 file photograph, singer Taylor Swift performs at Amazon Music's Prime Day concert at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York. Photo: AP

Spotify Wrapped 2024 is here, and Taylor Swift is once again the platform's most-streamed artist

NEW YORK, DECEMBER 4'Tis the season to unpack Spotify Wrapped. And it should come as no surprise that for a second year in a row, Taylor Swift has been named its most-played artist.On Wednesday,...

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Former My Chemical Romance drummer Bob Bryar dies at age 44

NEW YORK, DECEMBER 3Bob Bryar, a former drummer with My Chemical Romance who played on the band's career-defining rock opera, "The Black Parade," has died, according to the band. He was 44."The...

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Carol Kruhen lifts up her pressed palms next to a statue of the Buddha after meditating at the New Jersey Buddhist Vihara and Meditation Center in Franklin Township, N.J. Photo: AP

Giant statue of the Buddha in New Jersey becomes interfaith hub and spiritual home for many

Just off a state highway in New Jersey, one of the largest statues of the Buddha in the United States appears unexpectedly in the middle of a backyard.

FILE - German Chancellor Angela Merkel and Russian President Vladimir Putin, look on as Putin's dog Cony walks past, during the meeting in Putin's residence in the Russian Black Sea resort of Sochi. Photo: AP

Germany's Merkel recalls Putin's 'power games' and contrasting US presidents in her memoirs

Merkel served alongside four US presidents, four French presidents and five British prime ministers.

U.S.-born Buddhist lama, Jalue Dorje, right, and a member of the Minnesota Tibetan community bow and touch foreheads in a traditional Tibetan greeting at his 18th birthday and enthronement ceremony in Isanti, Minn. Photo: AP

Teenage Buddhist lama celebrates last birthday in the U.S. before joining monastery in the Himalayas

One of his buddies gave him shaker bottles for hydrating during training at the gym; another, a gift card to eat at Chipotle Mexican Grill.

File - A woman looks at artist Maurizio Cattelan's piece of art "Comedian" during an auction preview at Sotheby's in New York, Monday, Nov. 11, 2024. Photo: AP

How a viral, duct-taped banana came to be worth $1 million

Walk into any supermarket and you can generally buy a banana for less than $1. But a banana duct-taped to a wall? That might sell for more than $1 million at an upcoming auction at Sotheby’s in New York.

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Bastakoti's Poetry Collection 'Paniko Rang' Released in Kathmandu

Poet Rishi Bastakoti unveiled his poetry collection 'Paniko Rang' at a ceremony held in Kathmandu. The event celebrated the amalgamation of artistic poems and contemporary issues, drawing notable figures from the literary and academic circles.

Science and Tech

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This image taken from video provided by the European Space Agency shows the launching of a rocket from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, India on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024. A pair of European satellites rocketed into orbit Thursday on the first mission to create artificial solar eclipses through fancy formation flying in space.

European satellites launched to create artificial solar eclipses in a tech demo

The first eclipse results should be available in March, following checkout of both craft.

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Open-source software that allows the visualization of the status of the distribution network developed

Opportunities and technical challenges are rising with the newer integration of distributed renewable resources like Solar PV in the distribution system.

Attendees listen during a panel discussion with Ambassador Philip Thigo, Special Envoy on Technology for the Office of the President of Kenya, from top left, Hong Yuen Poon, Deputy Secretary of Singapore's Ministry of Digital Development and Information, Lucilla Sioli, Director of the Artificial Intelligence Office for the European Commission, and Dr. Seth Center, Acting Special Envoy Office of the Special Envoy for Critical and Emerging Technology, at the convening of the International Network of AI Safety Institutes at the Golden Gate Club at the Presidio in San Francisco. Photo: AP

US ahead in AI innovation, easily surpassing China in Stanford's new ranking

The U.S. leads the world in developing artificial intelligence technology, surpassing China in research and other important measures of AI innovation,

US regulators seek to break up Google, forcing Chrome sale as part of monopoly punishment

U.S. regulators want a federal judge to break up Google to prevent the company from continuing to squash competition through its dominant search engine after a court found it had maintained an abusive monopoly over the past decade.

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Your Resume Rejected by AI?

Imagine getting your resume and job application rejected before it met the eye of a human.

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Sports

FILE - Gukesh D of India looks on as he plays against Richard Rapport of Hungary during the Hungary vs. India match in the 6th round of the 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest, Hungary, Sept. 16, 2024. Photo: Tibor Illyes/MTI via AP

Indian teen Gukesh Dommaraju becomes the youngest chess world champion after beating Chinese rival

Indian teenager Gukesh Dommaraju became the youngest chess world champion Thursday after beating the defending champion Ding Liren of China in the final match of their series in Singapore.

Entertainment

This image released by Lifetime shows Jennifer Love Hewitt, left, and Lynn Andrews in a scene from "The Holiday Junkie." Photo: Lifetime via AP

How to write a holiday rom-com for TV, according to the experts

Have you ever watched a holiday rom-com on Hallmark Channel or Lifetime — or any of the other many networks and streamers that now air them — and thought, “I could write that”? It's harder than you may think — but just as fun.

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FNJ election today

The Federation of Nepali Journalists (FNJ) – an umbrella organization of working journalists of the country is holding its election today to pick a new leadership.

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Whole nation should be one on good governance and ending corruption: DPM Singh

Deputy Prime Minister and Urban Development Minister, Prakash Man Singh, has asserted that the entire nation should be united to put an end to corruption that undermined the democratic institutions and the State system as well.

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Nepal's electricity exports to India reach Rs 12.72 billion in Q1

In the first quarter of the current fiscal year, Nepal supplied electricity worth Rs 12.72 billion to India.

Lifestyle

Nepali participants at the Murthal Mahotsav at Osho Dhara Nanak Ashram, India

Oshodhara Murthal Mahotsav in India draws over 500 participants; Nepali participants showcase cultural event

The Murthal Mahotsav at Osho Dhara Nanak Ashram, India, began with the transformative “Right Mindfulness and Prem Pragya” program, offering teachings on self-awareness, love, and wisdom.

Health

Japanese Encephalitis. Photo: WHO

Japanese Encephalitis: Still a prominent public health problem in Nepal

Japanese Encephalitis (JE), the most common laboratory-confirmed encephalitis in Nepal, is a viral disease causing inflammation of the brain.

Entertainment

This image released by Sony Pictures shows Tom Hardy in a scene from "Venom: The Last Dance." Photo: Columbia-Sony Pictures via AP

'Venom 3' tops box office again, while Tom Hanks film struggles

“Venom: The Last Dance” enjoyed another weekend at the top of the box office. The Sony release starring Tom Hardy added $26.1 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday.

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