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‘No land, no home, no future’: Himalayan Lepchas fear new dam
A glacial lake outburst flood in October 2023 washed away the Teesta III dam, displacing thousands of people.
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Record number of Democrats join failed bid to block weapons sales to Israel
US Senate vote highlights growing split among Democrats over support for Israel's war in Gaza.
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Lionel Messi returns as Inter Miami beat Atlas in Leagues Cup
The Argentinian star impressed following a one game suspension to record two assists against Atlas in Leagues Cup opener.
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US senator plans trip to Taiwan as Trump’s interest in island cools: Report
Report says US Senator Roger Wicker may visit Taiwan after President William Lai Ching-te cancelled Latin America trip.
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US says sanctions hit Iran ‘shipping empire’ linked to top Tehran official
Sanctions said to target shipping controlled by Mohammad Hossein Shamkhani, son of top adviser to Iran's supreme leader.
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Trump announces trade deal with South Korea, setting tariff at 15 percent
South Korean leader says agreement eliminates 'uncertainties' in trade environment.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,253
Here are the key events on day 1,253 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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In the shadow of China, Taiwan is building a drone army to stop an invasion
Taipei sees homegrown drones as key to its defence, but analysts say its plans do not go far enough.
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Brown University strikes $50m deal to end Trump administration pressure
Trump has withheld hundreds of millions in federal funds from top universities in effort to reshape US higher education.
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More than 70 aid seekers killed as starvation worsens in Gaza
The UN has warned aid entering the Strip remains far below what is required.
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Canada will recognise Palestinian state at UN General Assembly: Carney
The Canadian PM says Hamas cannot play a role in the future of Palestine or take part in possible 2026 elections.
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Trump’s tariffs forge ‘feeling of big betrayal’ in Canada’s manufacturing
The White House’s August 1 deadline has ‘set off some panic’ among both workers and employers, experts say.
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German biathlete Laura Dahlmeier dies mountaineering in Pakistan
German biathlete and Olympic champion Laura Dahlmeier was killed by falling rocks while scaling Laila Peak in Pakistan.
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UK court: Palestine Action may challenge ‘antiterrorism’ ban
Palestine Action has won its bid to challenge a government decision to ban the group under anti-terrorism laws.
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At least 22 killed at Angola fuel price hike protests, authorities say
More than 1,200 people have been arrested since rallies began earlier this week, a government statement said.
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Why a so-called ‘honor’ killing in Pakistan has sparked national outrage
A couple was killed in Balochistan over accusations of having an affair. A viral video forced Pakistan to respond.
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Hezbollah rejects calls to disarm, says demands serve Israel
Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem says group will 'not submit to Israel' and disarm as pressure on Lebanon grows.
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Belgium refers war crimes complaint against Israeli soldiers to ICC
The Hind Rajab Foundation criticises Belgian authorities for not taking stronger action as diplomatic row worsens.
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Brazil slams ‘unacceptable’ US sanctions on judge overseeing Bolsonaro case
The US froze Judge de Moraes's assets, citing his role in arbitrary detentions, censorship and cases against Bolsonaro.
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US Federal Reserve leaves rates unchanged despite Trump pressures
The decision also drew dissent from two of the central bank's governors, both Trump appointees.
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