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Why is Taiwan holding a ‘Great Recall’ vote?
Voters in Taiwan get to decide the fate of 31 KMT legislators in two recall votes with global implications.
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US, Israel condemn France’s move to recognise Palestinian state
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticises France's 'reckless decision' that he claims 'only serves Hamas propaganda'.
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US State Department approves $4.7bn surface-to-air missile package to Egypt
The package includes radar systems, hundreds of missiles, and logistical and engineering support from US personnel.
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Elon Musk ‘sorry’ after Starlink satellite internet suffers global outage
Company says 2.5-hour disruption of high-speed internet service was due to 'failure' of internal software services.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,247
Here are the key events on day 1,247 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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Death toll from starvation in Gaza rises to 115 as Israeli attacks continue
At least 62 Palestinians killed across enclave in Israeli attacks, as two more malnutrition deaths are recorded.
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Deported Venezuelan man files abuse complaint against the US government
Neiyerver Adrian Leon Rengel says he was falsely accused of being a gang member and beaten in an El Salvador prison.
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Judge rules former Canadian hockey players not guilty of sexual assault
Trial that sparked debate over Canadian hockey's sexual assault culture ends after judge says allegations not 'credible'
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Has Donald Trump’s policy of imposing trade tariffs worked?
President Trump signs major trade deal with Japan, and Tokyo pledges to invest in the United States.
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Could Israel be planning a second war on Iran?
Analysts warn Israel seeks pretexts for new conflicts with Iran amid speculation over covert operations.
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Iran reaffirms right to enrich uranium ahead of key talks in Turkiye
The E3 nations meeting marks the first since Israel targeted Iran's key nuclear and military sites in a 12-day war.
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Trump visits US Federal Reserve HQ amid feud with Chairman Powell
The visit comes days before the US Fed's two-day policy meeting where the central bank sets rates.
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US doctors, veterans urge Trump to end Israel support as hunger grips Gaza
Outside US Capitol, rights advocates say Trump and Congress must 'listen' to Americans and oppose Israeli atrocities.
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Macron says France will recognise Palestinian state in September
President Emmanuel Macron says France will formally recognise the State of Palestine at the UN General Assembly.
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US considering ‘alternative options’ after leaving Gaza talks
The US State Department announced it is considering “alternative options” for Gaza after leaving negotiations in Qatar.
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Gaza artist destroys art to turn frames into firewood
Gazan artist Taha Abu Ghali shared a video of him destroying his paintings so he can use the frames as firewood to cook.
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US, Israel recall teams from Gaza ceasefire talks after Hamas proposal
US special envoy Steve Witkoff accuses Palestinian group of showing 'a lack of desire' to reach a ceasefire in Gaza.
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Israeli settler attacks show new level of violence, organisation
Israeli settlers are becoming more brazen and heavily armed, attacking Palestinians with impunity.
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India’s Pant defies injury but England control of fourth Test
India's injured Rishabh Pant hits 54 after surprise return before England takes control of fourth Test.
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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy introduces bill after anticorruption protests
Ukrainian leader came under domestic and international pressure after signing law critics say paves way for corruption.
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