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India farmers march: What are their demands? Why is gov’t blocking roads?
Read MoreFarmers demand legal minimum price for their crops as they march to New Delhi, ask government to fulfill its promises.Farmers demand legal minimum price for their crops as they march to New Delhi, ask government to fulfill its promises.
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Russia puts Estonian prime minister, Kaja Kallas, on wanted list
Read More Lithuanian minister also among those accused of ‘destroying Soviet monuments’, as Tallinn fears Russian military buildup Russia-Ukraine war – latest updates Moscow has put the Estonian prime minister, Kaja Kallas, and other Baltic states officials on a wanted list, as Tallinn warns of an imminent Russian military buildup along its border. The Russian…
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US Senate approves $95bn aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan
Read More Pre-dawn vote comes amid growing doubts about fate of legislation in Republican-controlled House of Representatives Ukraine updates – liveMiddle East updates – live After weeks of setbacks and delays, the US Senate gave final approval to a $95m wartime aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other American allies early Tuesday morning, sending the…
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Nigerian star Iwobi faces cyberbullying after AFCON loss to Ivory Coast
Read MoreThe Nigerian midfielder has been the subject of hate speech on social media after the defeat to Ivory Coast.The Nigerian midfielder has been the subject of hate speech on social media after the defeat to Ivory Coast.
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State Department issues travel warnings for the Bahamas and Jamaica
Read MoreAmericans looking forward to winter vacations in the Bahamas or Jamaica are being cautioned by the U.S. Department of State to stay vigilant due to heightened crime rates in these popular destinations.Americans looking forward to winter vacations in the Bahamas or Jamaica are being cautioned by the U.S. Department of State to stay vigilant…
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President Biden warns Israel not to mount offensive in southern Gaza
Read MoreIn a stark warning to Israel’s leaders, President Biden has issued some of his toughest words yet, urging them to avoid an all-out assault on Rafah, the last major city yet to be invaded by Israel’s army.In a stark warning to Israel’s leaders, President Biden has issued some of his toughest words yet, urging…
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Polish state TV apologises for years of homophobic propaganda
Read More President Andrzej Duda once said on air he agreed with the idea that LGBT was ‘an ideology’ and ‘not people’ President Andrzej Duda once said on air he agreed with the idea that LGBT was ‘an ideology’ and ‘not people’
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South Africa launches ‘urgent request’ to UN court over Israel’s military operations in Rafah
Read More South Africa government “gravely concerned” Israel’s planned attack on Rafah will lead to large-scale killing and destruction South Africa government “gravely concerned” Israel’s planned attack on Rafah will lead to large-scale killing and destruction
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Pakistan’s Election Stunner – and the Dangers Ahead
Read More SUBSCRIBER+EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW – It was a stunning result that few saw coming: a clear victory at the polls for Pakistan’s jailed ex-Prime Minister Imran Khan, despite an aggressive campaign by the country’s military to discredit Khan, weaken his party, and – according to many observers – rig the vote. It’s also a moment…
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US inflation hotter than expected in January at 3.1%
Read More While inflation has fallen sharply since peaking above 9% in June 2022, many are still feeling the pinch of high prices Inflation was hotter than expected across the US last month as it continues to fall back from its highest levels in a generation. Price growth dropped to an annual rate of 3.1%…
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Trump backs new RNC chairman with his daughter-in-law Lara as vice chair
Read More Republican presidential front-runner has endorsed North Carolina Republican Party chairman Michael Whatley as his choice to succeed Ronna McDaniel Republican presidential front-runner has endorsed North Carolina Republican Party chairman Michael Whatley as his choice to succeed Ronna McDaniel
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Iran simulates strike on Israeli base as it showcases naval force
Read MoreThe display is seen as a clear message to Israel and the US as the war in Gaza spreads tensions across the region.The display is seen as a clear message to Israel and the US as the war in Gaza spreads tensions across the region.
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Lloyd Austin cancels trip for Nato and Ukraine meetings as he remains hospitalised
Read More Doctors say ‘a prolonged hospital stay is not anticipated’ as defence secretary forgoes trip to Brussels Doctors say ‘a prolonged hospital stay is not anticipated’ as defence secretary forgoes trip to Brussels
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Russia puts Baltic officials on wanted list as Estonia warns of war plans
Read MoreEstonian PM Kaja Kallas among targets as her intel chief warns Russian war on West coming in ‘next decade’.Estonian PM Kaja Kallas among targets as her intel chief warns Russian war on West coming in ‘next decade’.
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India can cope with Kohli’s loss but ‘phenomenal’ England need Test runs
Read MoreIndia face England in the third Test in Rajkot on Thursday with the five-match series level at 1-1.India face England in the third Test in Rajkot on Thursday with the five-match series level at 1-1.
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Global defence spending jumped to record $2.2 trillion last year: Report
Read MoreSpending set to rise in 2024 with Israel’s war on Gaza, Russia-Ukraine conflict, tensions in Indo-Pacific.Spending set to rise in 2024 with Israel’s war on Gaza, Russia-Ukraine conflict, tensions in Indo-Pacific.
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US ‘secretly’ seizes Venezuelan jumbo jet
Read More American officials claim the Boeing 747 aircraft previously belonged to a sanctioned Iranian airline US authorities have taken custody of a Venezuelan cargo plane, claiming that it previously belonged to an Iranian airline allegedly affiliated with the Quds Force of the the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). Caracas has slammed the move, claiming…
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi Arrives in UAE on Seventh Trip to Nation, Cementing Ties
Read More DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived Tuesday in the United Arab Emirates on his seventh trip to the nation, preparing to be feted by tens of thousands of his countrymen ahead of elections back home in the coming months. [time-brightcove not-tgx=”true”] Modi was met on landing in Abu…
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi Arrives in UAE on Seventh Trip to Nation, Cementing Ties
Read More DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived Tuesday in the United Arab Emirates on his seventh trip to the nation, preparing to be feted by tens of thousands of his countrymen ahead of elections back home in the coming months. [time-brightcove not-tgx=”true”] Modi was met on landing in Abu…
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Katy Perry to leave American Idol after seven seasons
Read MoreThe singer reveals this season of the talent show will be her last after seven seasons.The singer reveals this season of the talent show will be her last after seven seasons.
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US Senate approves aid for Ukraine
Read More The multibillion international security package is expected to be blocked by GOP-controlled House The Democratic-led US Senate on Tuesday passed a $95.34 billion international security assistance package that includes roughly $60 billion in aid for Ukraine, after a group of Republican lawmakers sided with their political opponents to surpass the 60-vote threshold. While…
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3 things you should know about Indonesia’s presidential elections
Read More The nation’s younger voters may decide whether the world’s third-largest democracy maintains economic growth and political reform or slides backward to the authoritarian politics of a generation ago. (Image credit: Tatan Syuflana/AP) The nation’s younger voters may decide whether the world’s third-largest democracy maintains economic growth and political reform or slides backward to…
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Arrests made in Cancun after 5 dismembered bodies found in taxi
Read MoreThe gang was protected by a network of motorcycle taxis and minors who acted as lookouts, officials said.The gang was protected by a network of motorcycle taxis and minors who acted as lookouts, officials said.
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Fears Among U.S. Jews Over Safety and Antisemitism Surge, Survey Finds
Read More Nearly two-thirds of American Jews feel less secure in the U.S. than they did a year ago, according to a new national survey. The American Jewish Committee, a prominent advocacy organization, conducted the survey last fall just as the Israel-Hamas war began on Oct. 7. The number of American Jews who say they feel less…
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EU politicians back new rules on AI ahead of landmark vote
Read MoreWorld’s first AI Act will aim to set guardrails on the technology and protect ‘fundamental rights’.World’s first AI Act will aim to set guardrails on the technology and protect ‘fundamental rights’.
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First Thing: Push for Gaza ceasefire intensifies as Biden says ‘key elements’ on the table
Read More US president says ‘gaps remain’ in truce proposal and that planned Israeli operation in Rafah should not proceed without a ‘credible plan’. Plus: wall off coast of Germany may be Europe’s oldest known human-built megastructure Good morning. With the threat of an Israeli ground offensive in Rafah looming, Joe Biden has said the…
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5 Things to Know About Blackpink’s Lisa, Who Will Make Her Acting Debut in The White Lotus
Read More Lalisa Manobal, known mononymously as Lisa, of the globally renowned K-pop girl group Blackpink, is set to make her acting debut in her home country of Thailand for the third season of The White Lotus, Variety reported. As part of a partnership between HBO and the Tourism Authority of Thailand, filming for the…
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Labour handling of Azhar Ali comments shambolic, says lawyer
Read More Martin Forde, author of report on antisemitism, says storm raises new questions over ‘disparity in treatment’ UK politics live – latest updates Labour’s decision to withdraw support for its candidate at the Rochdale byelection in the wake of controversial comments about the 7 October Hamas attacks has been “shambolic”, the senior lawyer who…
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Middle East crisis live: ‘key elements’ of Gaza ceasefire deal on the table, says Biden, amid push to prevent Rafah offensive
Read More US president says ‘gaps remain’ in truce agreement and that planned Israeli operation in Rafah should not proceed without a ‘credible plan’ Biden joins international calls for Israel to halt planned Rafah offensive A full scale Israeli attack on Rafah could be a terrible error that narrows down the chances of a two…
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Special election to replace George Santos kicks off as Tom Souzzi and Mazi Pilip vie for seat – live
Read More The special election in New York’s 3rd Congressional district pits Republican newcomer Mazi Pilip up against Tom Suozzi The special election in New York’s 3rd Congressional district pits Republican newcomer Mazi Pilip up against Tom Suozzi
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Protest over election delay postponed in Senegal after government ban
Read MoreThe 40-group collective behind the march is protesting against ‘constitutional coup’, as alleged by the opposition.The 40-group collective behind the march is protesting against ‘constitutional coup’, as alleged by the opposition.
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Australia to ban doxxing after pro-Palestine activists publish information about hundreds of Jews
Read More The plan to outlaw doxxing was welcomed by the Executive Council of Australian Jewry, which represents Australia’s Jewish community The plan to outlaw doxxing was welcomed by the Executive Council of Australian Jewry, which represents Australia’s Jewish community
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Mystery shipwreck causes disastrous oil spill off Trinidad
Read MoreNational emergency declared as oil coats numerous beaches of twin-island nation in the eastern Caribbean.National emergency declared as oil coats numerous beaches of twin-island nation in the eastern Caribbean.
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Mystery of how a Boeing 747 plane ended up being illegally sold in Venezuela
Read More Venezuela has demanded that Argentine authorities release the plane Venezuela has demanded that Argentine authorities release the plane
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Elon Musk says US should stop helping Ukraine defend itself against Russian invasion
Read More Musk warns that the person to ’take out Putin’ is likely to be ‘more hardcore than Putin’ Musk warns that the person to ’take out Putin’ is likely to be ‘more hardcore than Putin’
