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Malaysia declines offer to host 2026 Commonwealth Games, citing cost
Announcement comes after the Australian state of Victoria withdrew as host last year over cost concerns.
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The US war on reproductive rights should concern women everywhere
Women in the UK and across Europe will also suffer
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Russia targets Ukraine’s power facilities with wave of missiles, drones
Attacks leave more than one million people without power as Zelenskyy renews pleas for Western air defence systems.
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Australia to contribute $3bn for construction of AUKUS submarines
Defence Minister Richard Marles says allies working 'at pace' to ensure the security deal becomes a reality.
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India’s Bengaluru fast running out of water – and it’s not summer yet
Residents say they are facing the worst water crisis in decades as they witness an unusually hot February and March.
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‘Dead democracy’: Will Arvind Kejriwal’s arrest unite India’s opposition?
Arrest of top opposition leader ahead of election sparks new accusations against PM Modi of trying to crush democracy.
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China’s envoy says ‘significant gap’ between Kyiv and Moscow on peace talks
Speaking to the media after his latest European tour, Li Hui expresses hope that both sides might come together.
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Economic conditions in debt-stricken Sri Lanka improving, IMF says
IMF says inflation has dropped from 70 percent, economy expanded in the second half of 2023.
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How is renewed violence in Myanmar affecting the Rohingya?
A recent surge in violence by armed groups in Myanmar is causing upheaval and displacement among Rohingya once again.
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Social media company Reddit soars to $9bn valuation in Wall Street debut
San Francisco-based social media platform's shares close at $50.44 in long-awaited initial public offering.
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US, EU ratchet up pressure on Israel over Gaza ceasefire; UN vote planned
Security Council expected to vote on Friday on US-drafted ceasefire resolution with talks to continue in Qatar.
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Malaysia welcomes ChiÂnese tourists back in droves afÂter panÂdemÂic slump
Kuala Lumpur targets record 5 million Chinese visitors in 2024 as it hopes to accelerate post-pandemic recovery.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 757
As the war enters its 757th day, these are the main developments.
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Why has Vietnam’s president resigned after just a year?
Vo Van Thuong is the latest high-profile figure to resign amid a corruption crackdown.
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Blinken: Clear consensus for immediate, sustained ceasefire in Gaza
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said a ceasefire is the best way to increase the flow of humanitarian aid to Gaza.
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At least three killed in suicide bombing in Afghan city of Kandahar
At least 12 others wounded in blast that targeted a group of people waiting outside a bank in city centre.
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Indian opposition leader Arvind Kejriwal arrested over corruption claims
Kejriwal is a key leader in an opposition alliance challenging Prime Minister Narendra Modi in elections next month.
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In Colombia, hunting poachers, not drug traffickers
Four-year-old police unit rescues exotic wildlife sold on the international black market.
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Russia launches largest missile attack on Kyiv in weeks
Russia launched its biggest missile strike in weeks on the city of Kyiv.
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US congressional leaders propose spending bill that would cut UNRWA funding
Biden-backed, bipartisan legislation to avoid government shutdown would ban aid for UN agency for Palestinian refugees.
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