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A surprise strike by workers at Hamburg Airport on Sunday led to the cancellation of over 270 flights, affecting more than 40,000 passengers. The strike was organized by the ver.di union to pressure employers amid ongoing contract negotiations, with more strikes expected at 13 German airports on Monday.
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A man was shot by the US Secret Service near the White House on Sunday, while President Trump was in Florida. The shooting is under investigation by the Metropolitan Police Department. The man was reportedly suicidal, and the incident involved an armed confrontation with law enforcement. No other injuries were reported.
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Russian special forces infiltrated a gas pipeline to launch a surprise attack on Ukrainian units in the Kursk region. The operation is part of Moscow's efforts to reclaim areas taken by Ukraine's earlier offensive. Fierce fighting continues, with heavy losses reported on both sides.
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Early Sunday, a man was arrested after climbing the Big Ben tower in London, barefoot and holding a Palestinian flag. The incident caused major traffic disruptions, leading to road closures and the cancellation of Parliament tours. Emergency crews and negotiators eventually talked him down safely. He is now in police custody while supporters...
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Former British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak urges Western nations to seize $300 billion in frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's reconstruction. He argues that Russia, not Western taxpayers, should bear the cost for the destruction caused by its invasion of Ukraine, highlighting legal pathways and support from European leaders.
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Panama released dozens of migrants deported from the US who were held in a remote jungle camp, amid human rights concerns. The illegal migrants have been told by the Panama authorities that they have 30 days to leave Panama but if they need to extend that they can do it for 60 days.
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Women in Germany experience a significant 20% drop in income from employment after marriage due to reduced working hours or complete withdrawal from the workforce, while men's earnings remain unchanged. This disparity is influenced by the country's tax system and traditional gender roles prevalent in West Germany.
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Canada's Liberal Party will select a new leader to succeed Justin Trudeau. The frontrunners are Mark Carney, a former central banker with significant economic expertise, and Chrystia Freeland, Trudeau's former deputy. The successor is expected to call an early election to challenge Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre.
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Clocks in the US will jump an hour on Sunday to mark the start of Daylight Saving Time, aiming to extend evening daylight and optimise energy use. President Trump acknowledged the mixed opinions on DST, noting both the desire for more evening light and concerns about morning darkness for school children.
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Robert Maudsley, a notorious serial killer in Britain, has started a hunger strike because prison authorities took away his PlayStation, TV, and books. He has spent nearly five decades in prison. His violent rampage led authorities to place him in extreme solitary confinement, inside a glass-walled cell built specifically to contain him.
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House Republicans have proposed a spending bill to avoid a government shutdown, increasing defence funding while cutting nondefence spending. The bill faces opposition from Democrats, who seek equal funding for defence and domestic programs. With President Trump's backing, Republicans aim for a Tuesday vote, risking a Senate filibuster and...
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On International Women's Day, the Taliban asserted their commitment to Afghan women's rights, claiming their protection and dignity are ensured. The statement clashes with the UN's ongoing criticism of severe restrictions on women since 2021, including bans on education, employment, and public appearances.
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Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa called for national unity and peace on Sunday, after more than 1,000 people were reportedly killed in coastal Syria in the worst clashes since the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad. "We must preserve national unity (and) civil peace as much as possible and, God willing, we will be able to live together in this country,"...
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Senior FBI officials are not allowed to bring cell phones to their offices. A secured landline is already there on the desks of many FBI officials that can connect them to the White House, the CIA and other national security agencies. But Kash Patel asked for a secured line direct to President Donald Trump both from his office and home,...
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London's new growth plan aims to boost public services by generating £27 billion in tax revenue. The initiative targets increased productivity and investment, with significant contributions from Indian FDI and students, to revitalize the economy, create jobs, and raise household incomes.
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More than 80 Afghan women studying in Oman face imminent deportation after the Trump administration cut funding for their USAID scholarships. These women, barred from higher education by the Taliban, had fled Afghanistan seeking safety. They fear severe repercussions upon return, including forced marriage and targeted violence. They urgently seek...
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Britain's King Charles III made an appeal on Saturday for unity in "uncertain times", as the 76-year-old monarch emerges as a key figure in the UK's diplomatic drive over Ukraine. "In these uncertain times, where it is all too easy to believe that our differences are problems instead of a source of strength and an opportunity for learning, the...
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France, Germany, Italy, and the UK support a $53 billion Arab-backed plan for Gaza's reconstruction. The plan, endorsed by Arab leaders, includes three phases over five years, emphasizing housing and infrastructure. The European countries advocate for the Palestinian Authority's role and the removal of Hamas from governance.
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The Trump administration has revoked the student visa of a Chinese scholar, Liu Lijun, for her involvement in pro-Palestinian rallies at UCLA. This move follows a broader crackdown on campus activism, targeting international students supporting pro-Palestinian causes amid rising concerns about antisemitism.
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A Florida couple is accused of kidnapping, killing, and dismembering 16-year-old Miranda Corsette. Authorities say the girl met Steven Gress via social media before being lured to his home. Evidence suggests she was killed and dismembered between 20 and 24 February. Gress and his partner Michelle Brandes are currently in custody with further...
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A man climbed Big Ben's Elizabeth Tower waving a Palestinian flag and shouting "Free Palestine." He spent 16 hours on the structure before being arrested by police. Authorities worked with emergency crews to safely negotiate the situation, leading to road closures and canceled parliamentary tours.
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President Trump questioned the legitimacy of the US-Canada border treaty and suggested revising it in a call with PM Trudeau. He expressed frustration over trade issues such as Canada's protected dairy sector. Trudeau dismissed Trump's justification and accused him of economic weakening attempts.
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Pro-Palestinian activists vandalised President Trump's Turnberry golf resort in Scotland, painting "Gaza is not for sale" on the lawn and spraying paint on the clubhouse walls. This act aims to protest Trump's proposal to relocate Gaza's population. Police are investigating the incident.
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Hamas is in direct talks with the United States to achieve stability and end aggression against Palestinians. The discussions include the release of American and Israeli hostages. Hamas criticises President Trump's focus on Israeli hostages and threatens consequences if Palestinian detainees are ignored.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is determined to end the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, confirming high-level meetings with US and UK officials to negotiate peace. He plans to meet in Saudi Arabia next week, aiming for concrete steps toward peace, emphasising Ukraine's commitment to dialogue.
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Intense fighting in Syria over two days has resulted in a death toll exceeding 1,000, marking one of the deadliest incidents in the 14-year conflict. Clashes between government forces and loyalists of ousted President Assad led to significant civilian casualties and mass displacement, with significant tension remaining in the region.
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China announced tariffs of up to 100% on Canadian canola, pork, and other foods in retaliation for Canada's steep taxes on Chinese electric vehicles, steel, and aluminum. These tariffs, set to start on March 20, also serve as a warning against cooperative actions with the U.S. regarding trade, especially under North American free trade agreements.
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Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani has warned that an attack on Iran's Gulf coast nuclear facilities would leave countries across the region without water. Iran has a nuclear power plant at Bushehr on the Gulf coast, though its uranium enrichment facilities, key to building atomic weapons, are located...
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A federal judge in Missouri ruled that China was responsible for covering up the COVID-19 pandemic and hoarding protective equipment, entering a $24 billion judgment. Missouri officials plan to enforce the judgment by seizing Chinese assets. The ruling highlights China's alleged actions of withholding virus information and limiting PPE supply,...
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Chief adviser Muhammad Yunus expressed strong concern over recent attacks on women in Bangladesh, describing them as a deviation from the country's vision. With increasing reports of sexual violence, including rape and harassment, human rights groups highlight growing lawlessness and a lack of accountability as key issues contributing to the...
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Local officials from Russia's ruling party have caused controversy by presenting mothers of soldiers killed in Ukraine with gifts of meat grinders, an appliance widely used to describe Russia's brutal tactics on the front line. The local party later posted a video in which one of the soldiers' mothers awkwardly thanked the party for the gifts and...
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The death toll from clashes between security forces and Assad loyalists, along with subsequent revenge killings, has risen to over 600. Alawite communities faced severe violence, with many homes looted and burned. The Syrian government claims to have regained control of most areas impacted by the conflict.
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More than 50 freed Israeli hostages urged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to fully implement the Gaza ceasefire deal and secure the release of those still held in the Palestinian territory. In the footage, Angrest, who turned 22 in November, also calls on the Israeli authorities to implement the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire deal.
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Thailand's supreme administrative court has abolished a 1975 education ministry regulation controlling students' hairstyles, deeming it unconstitutional and outdated. The decision, welcomed by students petitioning since 2020, allows greater freedom in personal expression. Schools will now decide hairstyle rules individually, some involving parents...
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Germany's conservative election winner Friedrich Merz came a step closer on Saturday towards forming a government which he has pledged will revive Europe's top economy and its armed forces with massive new spending. The likely future governing allies have already surprised European partners with their plan to spend hundreds of billions of euros to...
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A man climbed Big Ben tower in London on Saturday, holding a Palestinian flag. Emergency services closed nearby bridges and deployed vehicles to the scene. Three emergency workers communicated with the man from a fire brigade ladder. Tours of the Houses of Parliament were canceled.
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United States' president Donald Trump criticised the media, accusing them of spreading fake news about his interaction with Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts during his address to Congress. Trump dismissed the controversy, which speculated on the Supreme Court's favorable rulings for him, and intensified his feud with the press.
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A Russian mother who lost her son in the Ukraine war was given a meat grinder by officials in Murmansk, sparking criticism for its perceived insensitivity. The gift was part of a campaign by United Russia's Murmansk branch and Mayor Maksim Chengayev. Critics highlighted the disturbing symbolism, while officials claimed the mother had requested the...
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Two army trucks on a storm aid deployment in eastern Australia collided on Saturday, injuring 36 people some of whom were rushed to multiple hospitals, emergency services and police said. Australian Defence Force personnel were injured when the trucks crashed southwest of the flood-prone city of Lismore, New South Wales police said in a statement.
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A man in Pakistan has been charged with murder for allegedly shooting an administrator of a WhatsApp group after being removed from the chat. The incident occurred in Peshawar, highlighting the dangers of easy access to firearms and weak law enforcement in the region.
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South Korea's impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol was released from detention after his arrest was annulled by a court, allowing him to stand trial for rebellion without being detained. Prosecutors criticized but did not appeal the ruling, while opposition leaders condemned his release.
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Tropical Cyclone Alfred weakened to a tropical low as it approached Brisbane, bringing flooding rains. Significant damage resulted in over 330,000 power outages and major beach erosion at Gold Coast. A man is missing after being swept away in New South Wales, while many were rescued from floodwaters. Officials are relieved the cyclone didn't worsen...
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Security forces and allies have killed over 300 Alawite civilians amidst clashes with pro-Assad militants, reports the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. The recent violence has led to a total casualty count of 524, including government security personnel and fighters.
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Six members of the Ahmadi community in Karachi were arrested by police on Saturday after Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan activists gathered outside their place of worship to prevent Friday prayers. The arrests followed threats and demands from the activists, highlighting ongoing religious persecution and human rights violations against Ahmadis in...
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Georgia's recent parliamentary elections have been widely contested amid claims of manipulation and voter intimidation. Opposition parties are boycotting parliament, demanding new elections and the release of imprisoned demonstrators while calling for renewed efforts towards EU integration.
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Actor Gene Hackman, 95, died of heart disease last month, while his wife, Betsy Arakawa, 65, passed away a week earlier due to hantavirus. The virus, commonly linked to rodent droppings, led to her fatal lung infection. Their bodies were discovered in their home in Santa Fe.
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Lori Vallow Daybell, convicted of killing her children Tylee Ryan and Joshua 'JJ' Vallow, insists on her innocence despite evidence. In a new interview, she shifts blame to her daughter, a theory dismissed by authorities. Both Lori and her husband Chad were convicted of the murders.
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Transgender activists are pushing back against Archimedes Banya's new monthly 'Cultural & religious women's night' for biologically female-only clients, citing exclusion. The spa, which also offers an 'Inclusive women's night' open to all women, defends the policy as respecting cultural and religious traditions. Activists have vowed protests until...
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Twenty US states, led by Maryland's Attorney General, are suing federal agencies over the Trump administration's dismissal of federal probationary workers. The states claim the mass firings are unlawful and will negatively impact state economies by increasing unemployment and reducing tax revenue.
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President Trump assured that trade tensions with Mexico and Canada would not impact the 2026 FIFA World Cup, claiming they could make the event more exciting. A new task force was established to ensure security and logistics for the tournament, which is expected to generate significant economic benefits.
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The United States has temporarily stopped sharing satellite imagery and intelligence with Ukraine amid ongoing Russian attacks. This move, coupled with the Trump administration's decision to cut military aid, aims to push Ukraine towards peace negotiations with Russia, impacting the course of the war.
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The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation has endorsed the Arab League's counter-proposal to US President Donald Trump's Gaza plan. The proposal supports nearly 2 million Palestinians remaining in Gaza under an interim administration until a reformed Palestinian Authority takes over governance, contrasting with Trump's vision of expulsion and...
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