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Cuba unveils historic package of free-market reforms
AFP - 35m ago
Cuba on Thursday unveiled nearly 200 historic free-market reforms aimed at rescuing the communist island from a severe …
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US faces tough path to new Iran nuclear deal
AFP - 43m ago
The United States is about to embark on difficult negotiations with the Iranian government, whose survival of a massive …
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Polls close in UK by-election set to decide PM Starmer's political fate
AFP - 57m ago
Polls closed late Thursday in a historic UK by-election which could determine embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer's …
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Ex-presidents and stars, but no Trump, turn out for Obama Library
AFP - 1h ago
All living US ex-presidents -- with the notable absence of current White House occupant Donald Trump -- joined a …
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Trump's Iran deal sparks anger among Republican hawks
AFP - 2h ago
US President Donald Trump's deal with Iran has opened a rare breach with Republican hawks, who warn that the agreement …
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Iran's supreme leader says approved deal as US lifts ports blockade
AFP - 3h ago
Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei said Thursday that he had approved despite reservations a deal signed …
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Ex-presidents, stars, but no Trump, turn out for Obama Center
AFP - 2h ago
All living US ex-presidents -- with the notable absence of current White House occupant Donald Trump -- joined a …
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Vance defends Iran deal, eyes Swiss talks
AFP - 4h ago
US Vice President JD Vance on Thursday defended the deal to end the Iran war, saying he would likely head to Switzerland …
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Cuba leader admits 'urgent changes' needed to overcome crisis
AFP - 4h ago
Cuba's communist model needs "urgent changes" to overcome a major crisis which cannot be solely blamed on a crippling US …
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US lifts Iran ports blockade as uncertainty clouds Swiss Iran talks
AFP - 1h ago
The US on Thursday lifted a blockade of Iranian ports imposed during the Middle East war after President Donald Trump …
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Labour rival eyes win in poll key to UK PM's fate
AFP - 6h ago
UK voters went to the polls on Thursday in a historic local election that could determine the future of beleaguered …
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Ukraine sets Moscow refinery ablaze in biggest attack in years
AFP - 7h ago
Ukraine on Thursday launched its largest drone attack on Moscow in years, sparking fires, hitting a major oil refinery …
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Starmer's Labour rival eyes win in UK poll key to PM's fate
AFP - 44m ago
UK voters went to the polls on Thursday in a historic local election which could determine the future of beleaguered …
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Cuban economy needs 'urgent changes' to overcome crisis: president
AFP - 8h ago
Cuba's economy needs "urgent changes" to overcome a major crisis intensified by a US oil blockade, President Miguel …
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Trump defends Iran deal from critics he calls 'fools'
AFP - 5h ago
US President Donald Trump lashed out at critics of his agreement with Iran on Thursday, calling those who accused him of …
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Bird flu kills 13,000 seal pups on remote Australian island
AFP - 5h ago
A pathogenic strain of bird flu killed more than 13,000 elephant seal pups after infecting a breeding colony on a …
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Starmer rival seeks win in UK poll pivotal to PM's fate
AFP - 4h ago
Britain was holding a key local election on Thursday that could trigger the endgame for Labour leader Keir Starmer's …
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Kane double fires England World Cup bid as Ronaldo's Portugal stumble
AFP - 10h ago
England launched their World Cup bid with a rollercoaster 4-2 win against Croatia on Wednesday as Cristiano Ronaldo and …
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Drastic restrictions on public transport take effect in Cuba
AFP - 18h ago
Drastic restrictions on cross-country travel took effect Thursday in cash-strapped Cuba, with spaces on ever scarcer …
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Tartan Army takes over Boston as Scotland fans relish World Cup return
AFP - 12h ago
From drinking the bars dry to lustily serenading an iconic baseball stadium with a rendition of "Flower of Scotland", …
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Robots pour cocktails and run marathons, but still can't multitask
AFP - 15h ago
They can mix cocktails, run marathons and fold laundry. But humanoid robots are still a long way from doing lots of …
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G7 leaders welcome Trump 'change' on Ukraine
AFP - 20h ago
G7 leaders hailed on Wednesday a newfound unity on increasing pressure on Russia to end its war in Ukraine, sensing a …
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Recovery of ship traffic in Hormuz limited, but signs emerge
AFP - 5h ago
Maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz remains at levels before the Iran-US agreement, says the Kpler maritime …
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Plague was killing hunter-gatherers 5,500 years ago: study
AFP - 21h ago
The plague was causing deadly outbreaks among communities of hunter-gatherers in Siberia around 5,500 years ago, …
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W marks the X-spot: European social network takes on Musk
AFP - 6h ago
As Europe pushes for more tech sovereignty, social network W believes it has the X-factor to win users away from other …
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Qantas to launch non-stop Sydney-London flights in October 2027
AFP - 16h ago
Australian airline Qantas announced it will launch the world's first non-stop flights between London and Sydney in …
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Trump, Iran's president sign deal to end Mideast war
AFP - 10h ago
US President Donald Trump and Iran's president signed a deal Wednesday meant to end the Middle East war, with Tehran …
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Iran to dilute its enriched uranium under accord with US to end Mideast war
Jun 17 2026
The United States and Iran on Wednesday released the text of their agreement to end the Middle East war, with Tehran …
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US Fed chair Warsh vows reforms as central bank signals rate hikes on horizon
Jun 17 2026
US Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh on Wednesday vowed wide-ranging reforms at the central bank, as its rate-setting …
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Ronaldo makes history before England enter World Cup fray
Jun 17 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo played in a record-equalling sixth World Cup on Wednesday but his Portugal side were held to a 1-1 …
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US Federal Reserve holds rates steady, raises inflation expectations
Jun 17 2026
The US Federal Reserve on Wednesday held interest rates steady as expected at Kevin Warsh's first meeting in charge of …
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Trump says Iran accord to be signed 'shortly', 'maybe' Thursday or Friday
Jun 17 2026
US President Donald Trump said Wednesday he expected the accord with Iran ending the Middle East war to be signed …
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US Fed set to hold rates steady at Warsh's first meeting in charge
Jun 17 2026
The US Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady on Wednesday at Kevin Warsh's first meeting in charge …
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G7 leaders applaud Iran 'opportunity', host AI chiefs
Jun 17 2026
G7 leaders on Wednesday hailed the US-Iran deal to end the Middle East war as a "historic opportunity" and hosted AI …
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G7 leaders applaud Iran, Ukraine progress ahead of tackling AI
Jun 17 2026
G7 leaders on Wednesday hailed the US-Iran deal to end the Middle East war as a "historic opportunity" and agreed to …
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England enter World Cup fray as Ronaldo makes history
Jun 17 2026
England begin their bid to end a 60-year wait for a trophy when they take on Croatia in their World Cup opener on …
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US military footprint growing in Australia: defence minister
Jun 17 2026
US Marine Corps plans for a crisis-ready stockpile in Australia are part of a "growing US footprint" in the country and …
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Japan puts the heat on suspected ice cream cartel
Jun 17 2026
Summer is coming, a boom time for ice cream makers, but Japanese authorities have raided six major firms on suspicion of …
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Mbappe has World Cup history in sights after breaking France scoring record
Jun 17 2026
Kylian Mbappe renewed his remarkable relationship with the World Cup Tuesday as he scored twice in France's 3-1 win over …
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Trap, neuter, release: Jakarta battles cat-astrophic stray numbers
Jun 17 2026
Three flea-riddled kittens frolic under the feet of a food vendor at a bustling train station in Jakarta, home to one of …
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Magical Messi equals World Cup goals record as Argentina win
Jun 17 2026
Lionel Messi opened his record-breaking sixth World Cup with a hat-trick to become the tournament's joint all-time top …
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Iranian tankers exit US blockade zone ahead of peace talks
Jun 17 2026
The first tankers carrying Iranian oil exited a US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, a tracking website said on …
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'Unstable' Tasmanian devil found after 15 days on the run
Jun 17 2026
A Tasmanian devil named Mary has been found in an "unstable condition" more than two weeks after escaping her enclosure, …
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Messi equals World Cup goalscoring record in Argentina romp
Jun 17 2026
Lionel Messi scored a dazzling hat-trick for Argentina on Tuesday to equal Miroslav Klose's all-time record of 16 goals …
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Cuba's historic homes teeter on brink as economy collapses
Jun 17 2026
In Havana's old town, to walk on the pavement rather than the middle of the street is to take your life into your hands.
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Macron winds up G7 with AI, Trump dinner
Jun 17 2026
G7 leaders will discuss on Wednesday the security risks posed by AI and social media on the last day of a summit …
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France and two-goal Mbappe roar into World Cup as Messi prepares
Jun 17 2026
Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France overcame early wobbles to open their World Cup account with a 3-1 win against …
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Sean Penn to direct film on January 6 Capitol assault: US media
Jun 17 2026
Three-time Oscar winner Sean Penn is to direct a film centering on a police officer caught up in the January 6, 2021 …
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Trump ballroom cost soars to $600 mn, half from taxpayers: report
Jun 17 2026
US President Donald Trump's ballroom project at the White House will cost as much as $600 million, with more than half …
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Swamp Thing: Algae mess with Trump's pool project
Jun 17 2026
One of President Donald Trump's pet beauty projects for Washington was supposed to make the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting …
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Iran and US to embark on two months of peace talks Friday
Jun 17 2026
The United States and Iran are to launch talks on a final settlement to their conflict on Friday in Switzerland, …
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New Asian pop and folk categories announced by music's Grammy Awards
Jun 17 2026
Next year's Grammy Awards will feature five new categories, the Recording Academy announced Tuesday, along with …
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Russian warship fires 'warning shots' at UK yacht in Channel
Jun 16 2026
Russia said one of its warships fired warning shots Tuesday at a yacht making a "dangerous approach" in the Channel, as …
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'Mom, play with Venus': Serena says daughter inspired Wimbledon return
Jun 16 2026
Serena Williams said Tuesday a comment from her daughter inspired her decision to return to play doubles at Wimbledon …
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Swiss US-Iran deal venue a playground of world leaders, movie stars
Jun 16 2026
The uber-plush Burgenstock resort perched high above Switzerland's Lake Lucerne provides the dramatic setting for …
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G7 finds 'unity' on upping Russia pressure to end Ukraine war
Jun 16 2026
G7 leaders agreed on Tuesday to intensify pressure on Russia to end more than four years of war against Ukraine, with US …
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US-Iran deal to be signed in Switzerland on Friday: Bern
Jun 16 2026
A US-Iran deal aimed at ending the Middle East war will be signed at Switzerland's mountainside Burgenstock resort on …
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Iran says talks on final US deal to begin this week
Jun 16 2026
Iran on Tuesday said talks with the United States on its nuclear programme and sanctions relief would likely begin later …
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French spies drop AI giant Palantir over US overreliance fears
Jun 16 2026
France's government took a new step Tuesday in search of "strategic autonomy" for its intelligence services, announcing …
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EU clears major hurdle on US tariff deal
Jun 16 2026
The European Parliament gave final approval Tuesday to a tariff deal with the United States as the EU seeks to close a …
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EU to ban plant-based 'steaks' but veggie 'burgers' sizzle on
Jun 16 2026
The EU parliament Tuesday passed a ban on marketing plant-based foods as "steak" or "bacon" -- though veggie "burgers" …
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Heavyweights Argentina and France start World Cup quests
Jun 16 2026
Lionel Messi's Argentina and Kylian Mbappe's France, the two teams who contested a thrilling World Cup final four years …
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G7 powers push Russia to end Ukraine war
Jun 16 2026
G7 leaders agreed on Tuesday to intensify pressure on Russia to end more than four years of war against Ukraine, with US …
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Energy firms brace for 'new era' despite Hormuz deal
Jun 16 2026
Oil and gas majors have high hopes for a quick reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, but they have few illusions about a …
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Trump says Russia 'should make a deal' with Ukraine
Jun 16 2026
US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that "Russia should make a deal" to end its war against Ukraine, after meeting …
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G7 powers in push with Zelensky to end war against Ukraine
Jun 16 2026
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday joined a summit of the G7 group of leading powers seeking to up …
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Vast areas of coral reef could resist climate change: study
Jun 16 2026
In the crystalline waters off Kenya's coast, coral reefs are thriving -- evidence of a rare good news story in the …
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Trump says Hormuz to reopen Friday under US-Iran deal
Jun 16 2026
Iran and the United States said ships had again started moving through the Strait of Hormuz -- with President Donald …
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'The mullahs' team': Split loyalties for Iran fans at World Cup
Jun 16 2026
Iran's World Cup campaign began in Los Angeles in a blaze of goals and controversy Monday, with hundreds protesting …
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Iran snatch draw in World Cup opener, Spain stunned by Cape Verde
Jun 16 2026
Iran came from behind to snatch a 2-2 draw against New Zealand in their long-awaited opening game at the World Cup on …
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With Zelensky present, G7 seeks to 'do something' on Ukraine
Jun 16 2026
The G7 group of leading powers will hold talks on Tuesday with President Volodymyr Zelensky on Ukraine with US leader …
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Eight dead in fiery US bomber crash in California: military
Jun 16 2026
Eight people died when a US B-52 bomber crashed and erupted into a catastrophic fire shortly after takeoff at an air …
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Ukraine offers lucrative fixed-term army contracts to woo recruits
Jun 16 2026
Ukraine announced an overhaul of its army recruitment system on Monday, offering lucrative contracts and clearly defined …
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Netanyahu says will run in upcoming Israeli elections
Jun 16 2026
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday said he intended to run in elections scheduled for later this year, …
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Hundreds protest Iran's 'regime team' ahead of World Cup opener
Jun 16 2026
Hundreds of anti-regime protesters gathered outside the stadium in Los Angeles where Iran will take on New Zealand in …
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Nearly half the world's children exposed to three or more climate risks: UNICEF
Jun 16 2026
More than one billion children face at least three overlapping climate hazards, UNICEF warned Monday, while highlighting …
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Tour of Switzerland set to showcase Pogacar's pre-Tour de France form
Jun 16 2026
World champion Tadej Pogacar will test his legs one last time ahead of his bid for a record-equalling fifth Tour de …
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Iran prepare for tense World Cup opener, Spain stunned by Cape Verde
Jun 16 2026
Iran were poised to make a tension-filled entrance at the World Cup on Monday as European heavyweights Spain were held …
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Social networks, online video outweigh traditional media in 2026
Jun 16 2026
News consumers around the world are now turning more to social media and video platforms than traditional outlets for …
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Deadly Russian strikes kill 11, set landmark Kyiv monastery ablaze
Jun 15 2026
An overnight Russian barrage of missiles killed at least 11 people across Ukraine and sparked a fire at one of the most …
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Trump says Hormuz to 'completely open' after US-Iran peace deal
Jun 15 2026
US President Donald Trump said on Monday the Strait of Hormuz would be fully open later in the week, after Washington …
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UK PM announces ban on social media for under-16s
Jun 15 2026
Children under 16 will be banned from using social media in the UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Monday, …
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Spain held by tiny Cape Verde at World Cup as Iran make bow
Jun 15 2026
European champions Spain were held to a shock 0-0 draw by tiny World Cup debutants Cape Verde on Monday as Iran prepared …
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US won't need 'much help' on Hormuz, Trump says at G7
Jun 15 2026
President Donald Trump on Monday told allies the US would not need "much help" in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, as he …
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'Start your engines'? Shippers wary on Hormuz reopening
Jun 15 2026
Shipping groups warned Monday it was too soon to safely resume sailing through the Strait of Hormuz following US and …
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US-Iran deal met with hope, scepticism in Mideast
Jun 15 2026
The deal between the United States and Iran to end their war, negotiated in secret and still not revealed in detail, was …
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Trump says Hormuz to 'completely open' Friday after US-Iran peace deal
Jun 15 2026
US President Donald Trump said on Monday the Strait of Hormuz would be fully open later in the week, after Washington …
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Abdullah Ibrahim, world-renowned South African jazz pianist
Jun 15 2026
Pianist and composer Abdullah Ibrahim, who died Monday aged 91, escaped apartheid-era South Africa to be discovered by …
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Amazonian tribal leader Raoni hospitalized in intensive care
Jun 15 2026
Brazilian Indigenous leader Raoni Metuktire, a celebrated defender of the Amazon rainforest, has been admitted to …
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Trump faces G7 as questions swirl on Iran accord
Jun 15 2026
US President Donald Trump on Monday arrived to attend a G7 summit in France, with allies hoping his outline deal with …
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'Start your engines'? Shipping groups wary on Hormuz reopening
Jun 15 2026
Shipping groups warned Monday that it was too soon to start sailing through the Strait of Hormuz following US and …
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Deadly Russian strikes set landmark Kyiv monastery ablaze
Jun 15 2026
An overnight Russian barrage of missiles killed at least 11 people across Ukraine and sparked a fire at one of the most …
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Blood sport at the White House for Trump's 80th birthday
Jun 15 2026
US President Donald Trump celebrated his 80th birthday with a brutal display of political machismo Sunday, turning the …
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G7 allies seek common ground with Trump after Iran accord
Jun 15 2026
Allies from the G7 group of leading powers will Monday seek common ground with US President Donald Trump at a summit in …
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Deadly Russian strikes leave landmark Kyiv cathedral in flames
Jun 15 2026
Russia fired a barrage of missiles at several major Ukrainian cities on Monday, killing at least 11 people and sparking …
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US and Iran reach deal to end war, reopen Hormuz
Jun 15 2026
The United States and Iran announced a deal to end the Middle East war on all fronts and reopen the vital Strait of …
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Starbucks Korea to close outlets for history lesson after 'Tank Day' fiasco
Jun 15 2026
Starbucks stores across South Korea will shutter for half a day next week for staff to attend a history lesson following …
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Deadly strikes on Ukraine leave Kyiv cathedral in flames
Jun 15 2026
Russia fired a barrage of missiles at several major Ukrainian cities, setting Kyiv's historic Dormition Cathedral on …
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Iran take center stage at World Cup as Spain make bow
Jun 15 2026
Iran will take center stage at the World Cup on Monday after arriving in the United States following a build-up shrouded …
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Courts cracking down on error-strewn AI-assisted legal briefs
Jun 15 2026
When a US judge found fabricated quotes in a lawyer's brief earlier this year, the attorney admitted he had used Claude, …
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'This is our culture': Japan fans clean up World Cup stadium
Jun 15 2026
Japan fans left the stands spotless after their World Cup opener against the Netherlands in Texas on Sunday, saying it …
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Starbucks Korea to shutter outlets for history lessons after 'Tank Day' fiasco
Jun 15 2026
Starbucks stores across South Korea will shutter for half a day next week for staff to attend a history lesson following …
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