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Protesters boo Israeli president at opening of new Holocaust museum
Pro-Palestinian protesters targeted the Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit to the opening of a new Holocaust museum.
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Boeing’s woes continue as 50 injured on Australia-New Zealand flight
A dozen were hospitalised after the LATAM Airlines plane experienced 'strong movement'.
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Why did Hollywood stars wear red pin badges at the Oscars ceremony?
Stars wear pins calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza as well as the release of captives at the Academy Awards.
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Al-Qaeda in Arabian Peninsula announces death of leader Khalid Batarfi
Armed group says Saad bin Atef al-Awlaki takes over as new leader after Batarfi's death, according to SITE.
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IsÂrael’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 157
As Ramadan starts, Gaza is overshadowed by Israel’s campaign of hunger that has severely restricted food to millions.
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India’s top court orders SBI to disclose electoral bonds details by Tuesday
Court asks state-run bank to publish details of previously anonymous political donations before upcoming national polls.
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UK pledges additional funds to protect Muslim communities
The announcement comes amid a sharp rise in anti-Muslim incidents since the start of the war in Gaza in October.
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Carey and Marsh lead Australia to 2-0 Test series win over New Zealand
Carey shared 140-run partnership with Marsh as Australia won the second Test by three wickets in a tense finish.
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Palestinians blocked from praying at Al-Aqsa on eve of Ramadan
Israeli forces beat back Muslim worshippers with batons to prevent their entry to Al-Aqsa Mosque for Ramadan prayers.
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Palestinian refugees in Jordan fret over UNRWA’s fate, and their own
The agency provides refugees with services but, more importantly, with hope that they can return to their homeland.
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Outside Bali, Indonesia’s Hindus celebrate Nyepi in intimate ceremonies
The Balinese new year, known as Nyepi, is marked by reflection, fasting and meditation.
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Why are people in India’s Ladakh protesting against central government?
Residents in Leh and Kargil join forces to demand more power as they fear loss of their tribal identity.
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At least 26 people killed after floods, landslides hit Indonesia’s Sumatra
At least 26 people reported killed and 11 missing as rescuers recover more bodies.
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China wraps up national congress with eye on sagging economy
The world's second-largest economy is facing challenges, including an ailing housing market and weak domestic demand.
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S Korea deploys military reinforcements to hospitals hit by doctors strike
Nearly 12,000 trainee doctors from 100 hospitals have walked out over government reform plans.
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Real Madrid inch closer to La Liga title with 4-0 win over Celta Vigo
Real Madrid move seven points clear of second-placed Girona and are favourites to win a record-extending 36th title.
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Japan’s economy narrowly avoids recession as growth figures revised
Gross domestic product grows 0.4 percent amid expectations of an end to negative interest rates as soon as this month.
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Oscars 2024: The complete list of winners at the 96th Academy Awards
Oppenheimer emerged as the night’s big winner, taking home seven Oscars after being nominated in 13 categories.
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Oppenheimer reigns supreme: Five takeaways from the 96th annual Oscars
Christopher Nolan satisfies the Oscars' cravings for meaty biopics, while protests for Gaza appear on the red carpet.
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Luis Montenegro claims victory for Portugal’s centre-right in snap polls
Democratic Alliance edged ahead of incumbent Socialists in nail-biting count that saw far-right surge.
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