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When and how did Pope Francis die? A look at the pontiff’s last days
We take a closer look at Pope Francis’s final days before his passing on Easter Monday.
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Away from the global spotlight, Eritreans are trapped in a garrison state
The world must act to end Isaias Afwerki’s reign of perpetual war.
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Israeli spy chief accuses Netanyahu of demanding illegal operations
Ronen Bar fires latest salvo in ongoing showdown with Israeli PM that has divided country.
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New Zealand’s minor gov’t party pushes to define women by biological sex
Populist New Zealand First party says bill will ensure country moves away from 'woke ideology' harming women.
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Vatican video shows Pope in open casket
The Vatican has released the first images of Pope Francis in an open coffin in the chapel of Casa Santa Marta.
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Gaza’s Christians mourn death of Pope Francis
The deceased pontiff had regularly called Gaza's Christians offering prayers, encouragement and solidarity.
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Vance visit: What’s at stake for India-US trade amid Trump tariff threat?
Indian tariffs on US products are far higher than what the US imposes on Indian goods. Changing that won't be easy.
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Vatican schedules funeral of Pope Francis for Saturday
The pontiff's death has set in motion ancient Vatican rites before a new papal election.
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Detained pro-Palestine student activist meets US senator
A US senator shared a video of his meeting with detained Columbia University student Mohsen Mahdawi.
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Officials seal doors of Pope Francis’s personal residence
Senior cardinals have locked and sealed the doors of Pope Francis’s personal residence following his death on Monday.
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Russia’s Putin hints at direct talks with Ukraine
Kremlin cites 'complexities' after Russian president signals ‘positive’ outlook on bilateral peace talks with Ukraine.
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Pistons snap record playoff losing streak, win Game 2 against Knicks
Detroit Pistons end their NBA-record, 15-game postseason losing streak with a road victory against the New York Knicks.
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Palestinian activist Khalil denied release for son’s birth, wife says
Mahmoud Khalil's wife Noor Abdalla accuses US government of trying to silence pro-Palestinian activism.
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Trump backs Hegseth after reports of second Signal chat on Yemen strikes
US president calls latest controversy over defence chief's handling of military information a 'waste of time'.
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US stocks and dollar tumble as Trump renews attacks on Fed Chair Powell
S&P 500 falls 2.36 percent, while Nasdaq Composite drops 2.55 percent amid fears for central bank's independence.
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Why China has warned countries against ‘appeasing’ Trump in trade deals
China is a far bigger trading partner than the US for most countries. That limits what Trump can demand, experts say.
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Haiti is nearing ‘point of no return’ as gang violence surges: UN official
Calls for more aid, support for police amid surge in violence in the Caribbean nation since the end of last year.
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Haiti is nearing ‘point of no return’ as gang violence surges: UN official
Calls for more aid, support for police amid surge in violence in the Caribbean nation since the end of last year.
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Harvard University sues Trump administration over funding freeze
The Ivy League school has filed suit to halt a US federal freeze on more than $2.2bn in grants.
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Harvard University sues Trump administration over funding freeze
The Ivy League school has filed suit to halt a US federal freeze on more than $2.2bn in grants.
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