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The Guardian - World (9 minutes ago)

The White House press secretary earlier said Spain had agreed to 'cooperate with the US military' after Donald Trump threatened to cut trade to SpainSpain has emphatically dismissed US suggestions that it changed its view on the Iran war and is now prepared to let the US use its bases to support the mission.The White House press secretary, Karoline...

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The Guardian - World (9 minutes ago)

The economic ripples from the US-Israel attacks will soon become waves, engulfing everything from energy prices to food suppliesIn retaliation for the US-Israeli missile attacks, Iran has launched what amounts to all-out economic warfare. Should the conflict continue even for another week, its impacts will start to be felt around the world as the...

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Sydney Morning Herald - World (12 minutes ago)

Afghani men are now permitted to beat their wives as long as it does not cause "broken bones or open wounds”.

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NDTV - World (12 minutes ago)

Alexandr Wang, the founder and former CEO of the AI startup Scale AI, was once considered essential to the social media giant's ambitious AI plan.

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NDTV - World (12 minutes ago)

Kyiv has often complained about a lack of weapons since the full-scale Russia-Ukraine war began more than four years ago.

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NDTV - World (12 minutes ago)

US Senator Tim Sheehy, a former Navy SEAL, is facing scrutiny after intervening in a police struggle to forcibly remove Marine veteran Brian McGinnis from a Senate hearing, resulting in McGinnis suffering a broken arm.

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NDTV - World (12 minutes ago)

Mark Carney said PM Modi is a highly disciplined leader who maintains an intense political schedule.

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NDTV - World (12 minutes ago)

Israel's 'Adir' jet made its first air-to-air combat kill of a piloted aircraft, Iran's YAK-130, by the fighter plane.

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NDTV - World (12 minutes ago)

Iran-Israel-US war: The vessel was carrying more than 100 crew, reports said, adding they too could be targeted the same way a sister ship was sunk yesterday.

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The Guardian - World (39 minutes ago)

Regulator says failures that hit nearly 300,000 customers made worse by utility's failure to maintain efficient supply systemBusiness live – latest updatesSouth East Water has been fined £22.5m by Ofwat for repeated supply failures in Kent and Sussex between 2020 and 2023 that affected more than 280,000 people.While the root cause of the water...

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The Times of India - World (39 minutes ago)

'No more nepotism, bootlicking': Nepal votes a year after violent Gen Z protest; key things to know

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The Times of India - World (39 minutes ago)

Watch: Ex-Marine injured as Iran war protest sparks scuffle at Senate hearing

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The Times of India - World (39 minutes ago)

Escalating Middle East conflict sees Israel strike Lebanon and intercept Iranian missiles. A US submarine sank an Iranian warship, while Iran retaliated with strikes across the region. The US Senate backed President Trump's military actions against Iran. Energy supplies are threatened as oil prices soar and global markets react.

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BBC - World (39 minutes ago)

The measure, passed largely along party lines, would halt US military action until approved by Congress.

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BBC - World (39 minutes ago)

The Cypriot government has criticised how the UK has handled information sharing after drone attacks.

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Yahoo News - World (42 minutes ago)

Canada plastics ban survives legal challenge after appeal ruling

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Yahoo News - World (42 minutes ago)

France and UK asbestos alerts trigger sand toy recalls in retail

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New York Times - World (42 minutes ago)

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New York Times - World (42 minutes ago)

The Canadian prime minister is touring the Asia-Pacific to rejuvenate alliances in the wake of the U.S. trade war and President Trump's calls for Canada's annexation.

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ABC News - World (42 minutes ago)

Polls are open in Nepal's first nationwide election since last year’s violent, youth-led uprising forced the government from power

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ABC News - World (42 minutes ago)

Canadian and Australian prime ministers have called for a de-escalation of the Iran war but added the Iranians must never gain a nuclear weapon

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The Guardian - World (An hour ago)

John Healey meets Cypriot counterpart after Shahed-style drone evaded defences and hit RAF base on islandUS-Israel war on Iran – live updatesJohn Healey flew into Cyprus on Wednesday night to calm the diplomatic fallout over a drone that evaded detection and hit an RAF base, prompting fury from local ministers.UK officials believe a drone that...

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National Public Radio - World (An hour ago)

China has signaled continuity rather than change for its economy, setting a slightly lower target for growth this year in the midst of a property slump and other headwinds at home and growing uncertainty abroad.

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BBC - World (An hour ago)

The Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Grands Prix are under threat as a consequence of the US-Israel war with Iran.

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BBC - World (An hour ago)

Two women want tighter regulations after being sexually assaulted by their driving instructor.

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The Local - Switzerland (An hour ago)

SWISS operates a special repatriation flight from Oman to Zurich today; petrol prices are on the rise in Switzerland; and more news in our Thursday roundup.

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The Local - Switzerland (An hour ago)

The Swiss National Bank (SNB) on Wednesday unveiled the new-look Swiss franc banknote designs, featuring native plants, landscapes and how human life adapts at different altitudes throughout the Alpine nation.

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RT - World (An hour ago)

In the wake of a government overthrow, 19 million Nepalese voters are now eligible to elect 275 lawmakers Read Full Article at RT.com

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NDTV - World (An hour ago)

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt had a heated exchange with CNN's Kaitlan Collins during a briefing over the deaths of US service members in the Middle East in the conflict with Iran.

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NDTV - World (An hour ago)

As the war inWest Asia continues, tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has ground to a halt.

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NDTV - World (An hour ago)

It was like any other ordinary evening at the Narayanhiti Royal Palace in 2001. Nepal's Shah family had gathered for their customary private dinner. At around 9 PM, in 15 minutes, Nepal's King and his heirs had been gunned down.

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NDTV - World (An hour ago)

US-Israel strikes kill Iran's Khamenei, igniting Shahed drone retaliation across Gulf bases, refineries, and cities. Europe deploys warships to defend Cyprus; Canada eyes involvement. 1,000+ dead in 72 hours as Arabs rage, Trump mulls regime change.

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NDTV - World (An hour ago)

X's head of product revealed that a Pakistani user hacked 31 accounts to spread AI-generated war videos during the USA, Israel, and Iran conflict.

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NDTV - World (An hour ago)

The Palau-flagged oil tanker was struck off Oman's Musandam Peninsula in an attack that followed drone strikes on the country's Duqm port.

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NDTV - World (An hour ago)

When Donald Trump criticised Keir Starmer for failing to sufficiently support American and Israeli operations against Iran, he did so with a historical flourish. "This is not Winston Churchill that we're dealing with," he complained.

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NDTV - World (An hour ago)

The Minuteman III test launch was scheduled years ago and is "not in response to world events", the US said amid a raging war with Iran.

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NDTV - World (An hour ago)

Iran launched a new wave of attacks Thursday morning at Israeli and American bases and threatened that the United States would "bitterly regret" torpedoing an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean.

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Yahoo News - World (An hour ago)

Qatar Airways to operate relief flights from Muscat and Riyadh

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Yahoo News - World (An hour ago)

Israel says new wave of attacks on Iran underway

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Yahoo News - World (An hour ago)

Germany's first evacuation flight from Middle East lands in Frankfurt

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The Times of India - World (2 hours ago)

Meet Evelyn N. Wang: The scientist who wants to make every home produce its own water

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The Times of India - World (2 hours ago)

SpaceX rocket launch creates 'space jellyfish' effect in Florida sky during Falcon 9 mission carrying 29 Starlink satellites

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BBC - World (2 hours ago)

British number one Emma Raducanu says she wants to "bring my instincts back out" as she prepares for Indian Wells in California.

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BBC - World (2 hours ago)

Lance Stroll says he cannot do more than 15 laps before risking nerve damage to his hands, according to Aston Martin team principal Adrian Newey.

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BBC - World (2 hours ago)

The firm was unable to cope during high demand, Ofwat says, leading to "immense stress" for customers.

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RT - World (2 hours ago)

European NATO members are launching a new nuclear sharing mechanism aimed against Russia Read Full Article at RT.com

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Sydney Morning Herald - World (2 hours ago)

For the first time since World War II, the United States has used a torpedo to sink a warship, leaving 80 dead, and 150 others missing.

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Yahoo News - World (2 hours ago)

Brazil ratifies EU-Mercosur free trade agreement

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The Times of India - World (2 hours ago)

Watch: Zohran Mamdani makes '2K' rangoli for Holi, shares message for NYC's Hindu communities

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BBC - World (2 hours ago)

Early investors in Brewdog are sharing their stories after the company's collapse wiped out their stakes.

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Sydney Morning Herald - World (2 hours ago)

President Xi Jinping has put his country on track for its lowest growth target in three decades as he gets ready to welcome Donald Trump later this month.

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Yahoo News - World (2 hours ago)

Nigeria fire misrepresented as Pakistan strikes on Afghanistan

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Yahoo News - World (2 hours ago)

Increased activity for training exercise warns RAF

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The Guardian - World (3 hours ago)

At least eight councils receive legal threats alleging flyers criticising wood burners are in breach of advertising codesLobbyists for the UK wood-burning stove industry have threatened councils with legal action over public information campaigns warning of the harms of air pollution.At least eight councils have received legal threats, according to...

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The Guardian - World (3 hours ago)

Donald Trump has also criticised Keir Starmer's initial decision not to allow the US to use UK military bases in the warThe US did not share exact operational details or timings with the UK before the joint strikes with Israel on Iran, sources have told the Guardian.The US decision to cut the UK out of the official loop on the airstrikes came...

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The Guardian - World (3 hours ago)

Tim Wilson's take on a Billy Joel classic has triggered cheers and jeers in parliament. We look back at some unforgettable 'performances'One hopes for a calm and dignified demeanour from our leaders but it seems Australia's politicians just can't resist the opportunity to break into song.The shadow treasurer, Tim Wilson, on Wednesday offered up his...

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The Guardian - World (3 hours ago)

Japanese baby macaque, who appeared to find comfort in the djungelskog toy after being rejected by his mother, seems to be mixing more with his peersPunch, a baby macaque that stole the hearts of animal lovers around the world, is outgrowing his Ikea djungelskog plushie that comforted him after he was initially rejected by his mother and other...

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The Times of India - World (3 hours ago)

Joseph Kony still alive: Know how Uganda's most infamous war criminal has stayed on the run for decades with his soldiers

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BBC - World (3 hours ago)

When Nina Sparks was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2021, she decided it was going to be the making of her - now she's competing at the Winter Paralympics.

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RT - World (3 hours ago)

RT brings you live updates as Iran launches retaliatory strikes, the US expands its attacks, and Russia calls for de-escalation Read Full Article at RT.com

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Sydney Morning Herald - World (3 hours ago)

With some of the harshest cybercrime laws in the world, in the UAE any commentary about regional conflict or security can be a criminal offence.

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NDTV - World (3 hours ago)

Major General Siwach (Retd) said the US and Israel are primarily focused on limiting Iran's missile capabilities, preventing it from advancing its nuclear programme and deterring what they describe as regional aggression carried through proxy groups.

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NDTV - World (3 hours ago)

At the time, the nation was under a state of emergency, political parties were restricted, and public protests were suppressed.

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NDTV - World (3 hours ago)

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development confirmed that the holiday will last four days.

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NDTV - World (3 hours ago)

A powerful explosion lit up the night sky along Beirut's airport highway late Wednesday into early Thursday, as Israeli airstrikes hit the busy road amid intensifying clashes between Israel and Hezbollah.

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NDTV - World (3 hours ago)

OpenAI's Pentagon agreement faces sharp criticism from Anthropic's CEO Dario Amodei, who called it a 'safety theatre'.

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NDTV - World (3 hours ago)

President Donald Trump expressed confidence in the US military campaign against Iran even as the timeline for operations remained deeply unclear on the fifth day of the Middle East war.

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NDTV - World (3 hours ago)

The event, which typically lasts one to two weeks and is the largest political gathering in China, sheds light on the country's priorities.

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NDTV - World (3 hours ago)

The US-Israel and Iran war has widened sharply, with the NATO air defences destroying an Iranian ballistic missile fired towards Turkey on Day 5 of the war.

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NDTV - World (3 hours ago)

Nancy Grewal remained active on social media and often expressed her views on developments in Punjab.

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Yahoo News - World (3 hours ago)

Israel strikes Hezbollah targets in Beirut

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Yahoo News - World (3 hours ago)

The silent struggle of an anti-war woman in Russia

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The Guardian - World (3 hours ago)

New South Wales premier faces questions over what he told MPs who attended demonstration opposing Israeli president Isaac Herzog's visitFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe New South Wales premier, Chris Minns, has labelled pro-Palestine protest organisers "a pack of...

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The Times of India - World (3 hours ago)

Mars once had beaches like Earth: Radar data is revealing the buried shoreline

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The Times of India - World (3 hours ago)

World's largest acidic geyser erupts after 6 years, sending 30-foot blasts across Yellowstone

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The Times of India - World (3 hours ago)

Saudi Arabia opens Hajj packages booking for domestic pilgrims with strict payment timeline

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NBC News - World (3 hours ago)

China announced its lowest growth target in 35 years Thursday as the world's second-biggest economy struggles with challenges at home and growing uncertainty around the world.

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Yahoo News - World (3 hours ago)

China toughens tone on Taiwan at National People's Congress

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Yahoo News - World (3 hours ago)

Nepalese voting in first election since last year's unrest

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New York Times - World (3 hours ago)

Our Beirut bureau chief, Christina Goldbaum, reports on the escalating conflict between Israel and the Iran-backed armed group Hezbollah, as Israel's military seizes areas of southern Lebanon and carries out bombings.

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BBC - World (4 hours ago)

The plans, due to come into force in September, follow support for Benedict's Law, a campaign to improve allergy safety in schools.

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NDTV - World (4 hours ago)

The US Justice Department has accused Asif Merchant (47) of trying to recruit people in the country in the plan to target Trump and other top politicians in retaliation for Washington's 2020 killing of the Corps' top commander.

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NDTV - World (4 hours ago)

The group of Indian students had travelled to Bahrain on a tourist visa on February 24 and was scheduled to return to Hyderabad after four days.

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NDTV - World (4 hours ago)

Volodymyr Zelenskiy offered to send his best experts in shooting down Iranian drones to the Middle East if leaders there convince Vladimir Putin to agree to a month-long truce in Russia's war on Ukraine.

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NDTV - World (4 hours ago)

Indian travel influencer Soumil Agarwal shares his experience stuck alone in Israel amid the Iran-Israel conflict, detailing life in bomb shelters.

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NDTV - World (4 hours ago)

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Thursday that he couldn't rule out his country's military participation in the escalating war in the Middle East.

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NDTV - World (4 hours ago)

The United States has released combat footage from the opening "100 hours" of Operation Epic Fury, the joint American-Israeli attack on Iran.

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NDTV - World (4 hours ago)

Alerts were triggered in several areas in Israel, including Tel Aviv, as the Israel-US war with Iran stretched into its sixth day.

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NDTV - World (4 hours ago)

As tensions in the region rise, many online users are pointing to Jiang's lecture as an example of unusually accurate geopolitical forecasting.

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New York Times - World (4 hours ago)

The country and its small Jewish community are still trying to process the mass shooting at Bondi Beach in December.

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The Guardian - World (4 hours ago)

At one store trialling the gates, a customer said 'if you wanted to enter without hitting your child, you'd have to go in backwards'Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe trial of a security gate in a Woolworths in Sydney has left customers concerned for their safety, with some saying the series of low-height bars have...

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The Times of India - World (4 hours ago)

UAE schools and universities will observe an early spring break from March 9 to March 22, 2026. This extended holiday, confirmed by the Ministry of Education and Ministry of Higher Education, applies to all public and private institutions, including students, teaching, and administrative staff. Classes and official duties will resume on Monday,...

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The Times of India - World (4 hours ago)

Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan orders early salary payment for government employees ahead of Eid Al Fitr

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RT - World (4 hours ago)

Turning Point USA was community-noted on X for implying that Charlie Kirk had supported regime change in Iran Read Full Article at RT.com

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Sydney Morning Herald - World (4 hours ago)

Attack drones are cheap, but defending against them is expensive – the bill for shooting them down could become unsustainable for the US.

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The Guardian - World (5 hours ago)

Tehran says it hit groups 'opposed to the revolution', amid reports the US is looking to arm Kurdish militiasIran says it has targeted Kurdish groups in Iraq and warned "separatist groups” against action in the widening war.Tehran said on Thursday it had hit Iraq-based Kurdish groups "opposed to the revolution”, as reports said the US was...

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The Guardian - World (5 hours ago)

Soulore Solaris charged with manslaughter of Jarrad Antonovich, who died of a perforated oesophagus after taking psychedelicFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA man has been charged with manslaughter more than four years after his spiritual retreat client died after...

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Sydney Morning Herald - World (5 hours ago)

China has set its lowest growth target in decades at the National People's Congress in Beijing.

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New York Times - World (5 hours ago)

China announced a 7 percent increase in military spending and a five-year plan to try to reduce its military and industry's reliance on Western technology.

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The Guardian - World (5 hours ago)

As thousands more students head to private schools, advocates hope new government funding deals might draw families back to public sectorFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastIn Sharryn Brownlee's experience, it's when their kids reach the final years of primary school that...

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NDTV - World (5 hours ago)

Tension in the Gulf region has left a Telangana family worried after a man from the Rajanna Sircilla district was reportedly injured in an attack near Abu Dhabi International Airport.

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NDTV - World (5 hours ago)

Nepal kicks off its first general election since a Gen Z-led uprising that ousted the former government last year, with a new crop of young candidates emerging to challenge the old guard's grip on power in the Himalayan nation.

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CBC - World (5 hours ago)

As Nepalis head to the polls on Thursday in the first election since a Gen Z revolution last September toppled the previous government, one-time musician turned Kathmandu mayor Balendra Shah has galvanized the electorate, with many young voters hoping he will defeat politicians belonging to the South Asian country's old guard.

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The Guardian - World (6 hours ago)

Wilkinson was turned away by police while seeking help four days before she was murdered, Queensland coroner's court toldFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastKelly Wilkinson was turned away from Southport police station and told to "cool off, give Brian a break” while...

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The Guardian - World (6 hours ago)

'High-quality growth' target of 4.5-5% outlined at Two Sessions as Chinese premier talks of complex situations at home and abroadWhat are China's Two Sessions and why do they matter?China has set its target for GDP growth to a record low of 4.5-5%, the first time since 1991 that the figure has dropped below 5%, reflecting an economic strategy that...

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NBC News - World (6 hours ago)

Some Americans stranded in the Middle East are facing challenges leaving the region as the war with Iran escalates. Many are turning to private companies for assistance. NBC News' Tom Llamas spoke with Dale Buckner, CEO of Global Guardian, about how his organization has helped people escape the conflict.

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Global News - World (6 hours ago)

Global Affairs Canada says more than 100,000 Canadians are registered in the Gulf region, a number that has been growing since Sunday.

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NDTV - World (6 hours ago)

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth acknowledged on Wednesday that some Iranian air attacks may still hit their targets even as he asserted that US military superiority is quickly giving it control of the Islamic Republic's airspace.

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NDTV - World (6 hours ago)

Apple CEO Tim Cook promised a "big week" of product announcements that will see the introduction of a new budget-friendly iPhone trim, an entry-level MacBook tier, updated iPad Air models, refreshed monitors and higher-end chipsets.

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NDTV - World (6 hours ago)

Over a decade ago, a devastating earthquake in Nepal killed around 9,000 people and left hundreds of thousands homeless.

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NDTV - World (6 hours ago)

The last two names of the six US soldiers killed in a Kuwait attack were released Wednesday by the Pentagon, and they are from California and Iowa.

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NDTV - World (6 hours ago)

The Geopolitical Strategist expressed concern over risks if Iran starts attacking ships once the US Navy starts escorting ships through the Strait of Hormuz.

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NDTV - World (6 hours ago)

President Donald Trump on Wednesday rated the US performance in the war with Iran as a 15 on a scale of 10, saying the Islamic republic's leaders were rapidly being killed, and vowing to push on.

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NDTV - World (6 hours ago)

Nearly 19 million of Nepal's 30 million people are eligible to vote to pick a 275-member legislature.

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The Guardian - World (6 hours ago)

The Arctic Metagaz had been carrying 61,000 tonnes of liquefied natural gas when it exploded; Ukrainian drones reported to have hit southern Russia. What we know on day 1,471Vladimir Putin, the Russian president, has accused Ukraine of carrying out a attack on one of its liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers, which exploded and sank into the...

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The Guardian - World (6 hours ago)

Details of flight come as One Nation leader faces scrutiny over her use of taxpayer-funded entitlementsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPauline Hanson charged taxpayers almost $9,000 for a chartered plane to attend an event honouring the mining billionaire Gina...

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The Times of India - World (6 hours ago)

A Sharjah-based expatriate, Vibeesh Palliyali, has won the Dh15 million grand prize in the Big Ticket Abu Dhabi raffle draw. Palliyali purchased his winning ticket just days before the Series 284 live draw. This win highlights the life-altering potential of the popular monthly lottery, resonating with expatriate communities across the UAE.

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BBC - World (6 hours ago)

Sum represents £1 out of every £7 they have been given by NHS as dentists opt to chase private work.

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The Guardian - World (7 hours ago)

Four cemetery workers dug up and moved more than 100 bodies to resell the burial plots nearly 20 years agoIt was a particularly heinous crime. Four workers at a cemetery near Chicago dug up more than 100 bodies and dumped the remains elsewhere in the grounds, in order to resell the burial plots for profit.Now, nearly two decades after the scandal...

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The Guardian - World (7 hours ago)

The general election is the first since gen-Z protests forced Nepal's then-prime minister to quitNearly six months after a wave of unprecedented youth-led protests forced Nepal's then prime minister to quit, people have begun voting in a general election that is shaping up to be a high-stakes showdown between the entrenched old guard and a powerful...

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The Guardian - World (7 hours ago)

Among the 3,000 delegates is former athlete who sits as an independent on the National People's CongressWhat are China's Two Sessions and why do they matter?More generals purged as gather in BeijingAmong the generally drab lineup of mostly middle-aged men in suits who make up the nearly 3,000 delegates to the National People's Congress (NPC),...

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The Times of India - World (7 hours ago)

The UAE's Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship has waived overstay fines for tourists and residents stranded by flight cancellations and airspace closures due to regional conflict. This humanitarian measure eases financial and bureaucratic burdens for thousands of travellers unable to depart the country, reflecting a flexible approach to...

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The Times of India - World (7 hours ago)

US-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Tanker hit by 'large explosion' off Kuwait, causing oil spill; Iran launches missiles at Israel

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Sydney Morning Herald - World (7 hours ago)

A Marine Corps veteran suffered a broken arm as he was dragged out of a hearing by Capitol Police and Senator Tim Sheehy.

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CBS News - World (7 hours ago)

U.S. submarine sinks Iranian warship as Tehran widens ring of retaliation; CBS News producer George Osterkamp dies at 82

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The Guardian - World (7 hours ago)

Exclusive: Prime minister also presented Melania Trump with a $3,000 Paspaley pearl pendantThe Australian prime minister, Anthony Albanese, gave Donald Trump a gift of a model nuclear submarine with golden plates and finishes, internal documents reveal, during his visit to the White House last year which sealed the president's support for the Aukus...

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The Times of India - World (7 hours ago)

UAE's Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has penned and recited a poem celebrating President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan's leadership. The verses highlight strength, wisdom, and national pride, linking current governance to the legacy of the UAE's founder. This cultural gesture reinforces unity and stability amidst global uncertainties,...

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BBC - World (7 hours ago)

Many of the papers on Thursday have honed in on an expanding war zone in the Middle East.

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BBC - World (7 hours ago)

It is also the first time the target has been lowered since it was cut to "around 5%" in 2023.

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RT - World (7 hours ago)

A former US Marine was injured in a scuffle with police following a protest against the war in Iran Read Full Article at RT.com

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CBS News - World (7 hours ago)

An American submarine sunk an Iranian warship with a torpedo — the first such incident since World War II. Meanwhile, Iran is widening its ring of retaliation. Tony Dokoupil has the latest.

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Yahoo News - World (7 hours ago)

Stable Yuan, Shrinking Flight: What China's NPC Means for Crypto

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New York Times - World (7 hours ago)

Asif Merchant testified in his own defense, saying he participated in the plot to protect his family in Iran. Prosecutors reject his account of his motives.

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ABC News - World (7 hours ago)

China has set an economic growth target of 4.5% to 5% for this year, a slight decrease in the face of a prolonged property slump and other headwinds and global uncertainty

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CBC - World (7 hours ago)

CBC's visual investigations team analyzes satellite images and video of the bombing of an elementary school that Iranian state TV says has killed at least 165 people.

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The Times of India - World (8 hours ago)

The UAE has strongly refuted a Bloomberg report questioning its air defence capabilities, calling the claims false and misleading. Asserting its possession of diverse, multi-layered systems and robust munitions, the ministry stressed its unwavering operational readiness. This strong rebuttal highlights the nation's commitment to controlling its...

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The Times of India - World (8 hours ago)

A senior British diplomat of Indian origin has resigned, citing the Foreign Office's 'woke' culture and an overemphasis on international law at the expense of national security. Ameer Kotecha criticized the handling of issues like the Chagos Islands and Iran, arguing for a more Britain-first approach. He described the civil service as inefficient...

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BBC - World (8 hours ago)

Prisoners recently released from detention in Venezuela describe the conditions under which they were held.

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BBC - World (8 hours ago)

A strong supply of weapons and a history of long wars make Sudan's conflict particularly troubling.

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BBC - World (8 hours ago)

Venezuela's interim president made the announcement after meeting with US interior minister Doug Burgum at the presidential palace in Caracas.

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Global News - World (8 hours ago)

Carney said the question around Canada's potential future involvement is a "fundamental hypothetical," adding the conflict can spread very broadly.

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Sydney Morning Herald - World (8 hours ago)

The spectacular destruction of an Iranian warship off the coast of Sri Lanka underlines how the US-Israeli military operation is stretching far beyond Iran's borders.

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CBS News - World (8 hours ago)

In an interview with CBS News Wednesday, Israeli President Isaac Herzog said that he is "not calling on any boots on the ground" in Iran.

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New York Times - World (8 hours ago)

As Iran fires fewer ballistic missiles, experts doubt Tehran is saving more advanced weapons.

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CBC - World (8 hours ago)

What are the implications of Trump's military operation in Iran? We gauge reactions from both within the U.S. and among the country's allies, including Canada.

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CBC - World (8 hours ago)

Ecuador declared Cuba's ambassador, Basilio Antonio Gutiérrez, and his diplomatic staff "persona non grata" on Wednesday and gave them 48 hours to leave the South American country.

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The Guardian - World (8 hours ago)

Katy Gallagher says Albanese government still committed to reform and flags new fixes to system 'stuck in the 1980s' Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Labor government has dumped its controversial changes to the freedom of information request system, which would have...

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The Guardian - World (8 hours ago)

Weapons amnesty and buyback scheme will run until August as PM James Marape says illegal guns 'destroying families and villages' Papua New Guinea has asked residents to surrender illegal firearms in a bid to remove tens of thousands of weapons from the country, as it grapples with escalating violence and tribal fighting in the Highlands region.The...

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The Times of India - World (8 hours ago)

Candace Owens' comments about Charlie Kirk's relationship with Erika Kirk have sparked online backlash after journalist Natalie Jean Beisner criticized her remarks. Owens argued that intelligence does not prevent people from making mistakes in relationships. Critics say the discussion is insensitive given Kirk's death, while supporters believe...

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BBC - World (8 hours ago)

MIchael Carrick says he will take "lessons" from his first defeat in charge of Manchester United in the Premier League.

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BBC - World (8 hours ago)

Celtic relied on big moments from key players to haul them through against Aberdeen.

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Sydney Morning Herald - World (8 hours ago)

Roasted peacocks, an Australian butler and the Shah: Inside the 1971 desert feast that sowed the seeds of revolution.

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NDTV - World (8 hours ago)

Nepal is voting today - a first since last year's Gen Z protests that toppled the government and led to the death of at least 77 people. The election will replace the interim government of Sushila Karki that has been leading the Himalayan country.

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CBS News - World (8 hours ago)

As war rages across the Middle East, other parts of life are still carrying on. Tony Dokoupil has a look at recent holiday celebrations.

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CBS News - World (8 hours ago)

In just one week, the national average for a gallon of regular gas is up about 22 cents. Kelly O'Grady explains.

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Yahoo News - World (8 hours ago)

My city was filling up with digital nomads, so I converted my family home into a business

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The Guardian - World (9 hours ago)

Financial abuse is a factor in more than half of deaths related to domestic abuse but is often misunderstoodEconomic abuse from a partner contributes to one death from homicide or suicide every 19 days, a charity has found.Surviving Economic Abuse (Sea) said economic abuse from an intimate partner was a factor in more than half of deaths related to...

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The Guardian - World (9 hours ago)

Research challenges idea of 'generation sensible' as alcohol and drug use increase after teenage yearsBinge drinking rates among gen Z have risen sharply since their teenage years, according to research that challenges their reputation as "generation sensible”.Almost seven in 10 (68%) 23-year-olds reported binge drinking in the past year, while...

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BBC - World (9 hours ago)

Was this the evening the villains of the Premier League title race became victors? BBC Sport's chief football writer Phil McNulty assesses the ramifications of a big night in Brighton.

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BBC - World (9 hours ago)

Warm temperatures for many are expected on Thursday but spring is showing its fickle nature with the weather is set to change next week as Darren Bett explains.

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