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At least 23 dead as heavy rains unleash floods in southeastern Brazil
Search and rescue workers are looking for more than 40 people who remain missing as towns reel from torrential rainfall.
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At least 28 people killed as Sudan paramilitary force tears through Darfur
Rapid Support Forces launches large-scale assault on town of Misteriha, home to tribal leader Musa Hilal.
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What to expect from Trump’s State of the Union address
Trump’s State of the Union preview: foreign policy, immigration, tariffs, and the influence of Project 2025.
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New Afghan, Pakistani border clashes follow deadly strikes
Both sides accused the other of unprovoked fire near their fraught frontier.
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Fatigue and tension in Russia four years after Ukraine invasion
Problems are bubbling beneath the surface of Russian society four years after the invasion of Ukraine.
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Warner Bros gets new offer from Paramount but still recommends Netflix bid
If Warner’s board changes course and deems Paramount’s latest offer superior, Netflix will be able to revise its bid.
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Yemen’s ‘Mogadishu’: Somali refugees face poverty, instability in Aden
Generations of refugees in Aden endure poverty, lack identity, and cling to fading memories of Somalia's distant shores.
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Ex-UK ambassador Peter Mandelson arrested over alleged Epstein links
Ex-UK ambassador to the US Peter Mandelson was arrested for alleged misconduct tied to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
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Familiar moments mark four years of Russia’s war on Ukraine
Shows of solidarity and moments of mourning marked yet another anniversary of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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Indonesia mosque gives out 3,800 free meals every night of Ramadan
The Jogokariyan Mosque in Indonesia distributes thousands of free meals each night of Ramadan.
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Israel’s opposition leader voices support for ‘broad’ Middle East expansion
Yair Lapid says expansionist view for Israel taking over the Middle East is based on Zionist and biblical foundations.
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England beat Pakistan by two wickets to enter T20 World Cup semifinals
Brook's century guides England home in chase of 165 with Pakistan staring at the prospect of a tournament exit.
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US re-asserts 2025 strikes ‘obliterated’ Iran’s nuclear programme
The White House comment comes after a senior Trump aide said Iran is a week away from having material for nuclear bomb.
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How Epstein tried to buy a Moroccan palace months before his death
As US federal charges loomed for Epstein, newly released documents show offshore structuring, rejected bank transfers.
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Iran’s government stresses ‘red lines’ as students protest in universities
Some protesting students have already been suspended, and the office of the prosecutor general is now overseeing cases.
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Real Madrid vs Benfica: Champions League – team news, start, lineups
Benfica look to overturn one-goal deficit after first leg marred by allegations of racist abuse against Vinicius Jr.
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Lebanon’s army tells soldiers to act after post comes under Israeli fire
Israeli attack carried out near Lebanese observation post being constructed in the Marjayoun area, Lebanese army says.
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Three myths about the Russia economic war
Has Moscow really overcome the sanctions regime? It is time to talk facts, not fiction.
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The killing of Mexican drug lord El Mencho: How it unfolded
A major cartel boss is dead. How did Mexican forces locate and kill El Mencho, the country’s most notorious drug lord?
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What people in India are saying about Modi’s Israel visit
‘We should not support a country that is committing genocide.’
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