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Germany: AfD loses appeal on chairing Bundestag committees

Germany’s top court has rejected a pair of appeals from the far-right AfD concerning the absence of its lawmakers chairing parliamentary committees. The court found the party was not automatically entitled to

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India: Kashmir votes in assembly elections after a decade

Polls have opened in Indian-administered Kashmir for the first time since the region lost its semi-autonomy. The vote will be held in three phases. Voting began on Wednesday in Indian-administered Kashmir in its first local

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Trump says he will meet Indian PM Modi next week

Former US President Donald Trump has said that he will meet next week with Narendra Modi. The Indian PM is visiting the United States to attend several official events. Modi will also

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EU’s von der Leyen unveils new European Commission

Her announcement comes after the sudden resignation of France’s Thierry Breton. Von der Leyen’s election to a second term as chief of the European Commission came after intense negotiations among EU leaders.

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India: Atishi to take over as Delhi’s new chief minister

The Aam Aadmi Party has said Atishi will take charge as Delhi’s chief minister. Incumbent Arvind Kejriwal is scheduled to officially resign on Tuesday. Delhi Education Minister Atishi is set to take

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Indian opposition leader, Arvind Kejriwal, granted bail

Kejriwal — a top political opponent of Prime Minister Narendra Modi — was arrested weeks before India’s elections in a corruption case he called “politically motivated.” India’s Supreme Court on Friday granted

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Senegal’s president dissolves parliament, calls snap vote

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye says he is dissolving the country’s parliament. The move paves the way for a snap legislative election six months after Africa’s youngest elected leader gained power. The Senegalese president

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North Korea releases rare images of uranium enrichment plant

North Korean state media published rare images from inside one of the country’s nuclear facilities, though it did not say where Kim Jong Un had been, or when. North Korea’s Supreme Leader Kim

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Peru mourns former strongman Alberto Fujimori

Peru’s government declared three days of national mourning and granted a state funeral to former President Alberto Fujimori, despite his convictions for human rights abuses and corruption. Peru began three days of national

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Jordan: Islamists win big in parliamentary elections

An Islamist party affiliated with the regional Muslim Brotherhood movement has emerged as the largest block in parliament. They tapped into people’s anger over Israel’s war against Hamas. Jordan’s main Islamist opposition party made

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Peru: Divisive ex-President Alberto Fujimori dies at 86

Former Peruvian President Alberto Fujimori, one of the country’s most contentious figures, has died at the age of 86. While feted by some for bringing stability to Peru, he also ended up

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Hamburg Islamic center head appeals Germany deportation

The controversial leader of a now-closed center that German intelligence says was a front for Iran has filed an appeal against deportation. However, Mohammad Hadi Mofatteh is already understood to have left

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The teenage terrorists of the ‘Islamic State’

The number of teenagers arrested on terrorism charges is growing in Europe. How is the extremist “Islamic State” group, with branches in Africa and Afghanistan, convincing European teens to attack its enemies?

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South China Sea: Philippines, Vietnam deepen defense ties

Vietnam and the Philippines are both at odds with China over its sweeping territorial claims and growing military presence in the South China Sea. Vietnam and the Philippines agreed at the end of August to

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Iran: President Pezeshkian visits Iraq on first trip abroad

The visit to Iraq represents Masoud Pezeshkian’s first trip abroad since assuming office at the end of June. Iran’s new president, Masoud Pezeshkian, traveled to Iraq on Wednesday on his first official trip abroad

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Germany: Cross-party migration talks break down

A second round of high-level German talks on migration in Berlin ended without agreement. The conservative opposition said it would not attend further meetings. But the coalition government still unveiled a new

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Indian state shuts down Manipur internet, imposes curfew

The curfew and cut to internet access follow anti-government protests by hundreds of students. They accuse authorities of failing to control ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki communities. Indian authorities on

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China opts out of blueprint on military AI use

Dozens of countries have endorsed a set of guidelines on the responsible use of artificial intelligence in combat. China was among the countries attending a summit that did not sign. Some 60

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German Tibet activist denied entry to Hong Kong from China

David Missal, a University of Hong Kong graduate and spokesman for the Tibet Initiative Deutschland lobby group, said he was held for 13 hours and ultimately refused entry to Hong Kong. He

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Kim Jong Un vows to ready nuclear force for combat with US

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has blamed the increase in his nuclear arsenal on “the reckless expansion” of a US-led regional military bloc. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said the country will “exponentially” increase

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US Republican report blasts Biden on Afghanistan withdrawal

The report criticized President Biden for a botched withdrawl of troops from Afghanistan in 2021. The deal to withdraw had been agreed to between former President Trump and the Taliban in 2020.

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Bangladesh: Thousands rally to mark ousting of PM

Thousands of angry students marched in the streets of Dhaka to celebrate the ouster of long-serving PM Sheikh Hasina. Bangladeshis are demanding that Hasina, who fled to neighboring India, be put on

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US, UK, EU sign international AI treaty

The Council of Europe hailed the agreement as the “first international legally binding treaty” on the use of AI systems. It said it was an open treaty that could be signed by

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Hunter Biden pleads guilty in tax evasion case

Hunter Biden pleaded guilty to federal tax charges to avoid another criminal trial. The plea came months after the US president’s son was convicted in a separate gun case. Hunter Biden, the

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Madrid announces e-scooter ban over safety concerns

The mayor of Spain’s capital said that Lime, Dott and Tier Mobility had failed to implement limits on circulation and control parking. Madrid had imposed new regulations on the vehicles in 2023.

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US secures release of 135 political prisoners in Nicaragua

Thirteen of those released are members of the Texas-based religious NGO Mountain Gateway, accused earlier this year of money laundering and organized crime. The United States has secured the release of 135

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Germany: Migration commissioner proposes Rwanda deportations

Joachim Stamp accused Russia and Belarus of encouraging migration to the EU as part of their “hybrid warfare.” These migrants should be sent to a third country such as Rwanda, he suggested.

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China’s Xi pledges to deepen Africa investment, trade ties

China’s president has kicked off a major summit in Beijing by pledging billions in financing for African countries. He also promised to help create one million jobs on the continent. Chinese President Xi

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New Zealand’s Maori crown new queen

The Maori council of chiefs selected Nga Wai hono i te po Paki – the youngest and only daughter of the late King Tuheitia – as the community’s new monarch. The chiefs

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Venezuela: Maduro moves Christmas to October amid turmoil

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro declared the national holiday season would be moved up to October as he tries to turn people’s attention away from the contested presidential election that has roiled the

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Germany: Cross-party migration talks after Solingen attack

Representatives of the government, the opposition CDU/CSU and state governments are meeting at the Interior Ministry in the aftermath of the knife attack in Solingen and far-right gains in two eastern state

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Venezuela issues arrest warrant for opposition leader

Venezuelan officials claim President Nicolas Maduro won the election, but the opposition says Edmundo Gonzalez received more votes. The arrest warrant comes after weeks of anti-government protests. Venezuelan authorities issued an arrest

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Germany: Far-right AfD wins first state vote since WWII

Results show the far-right AfD winning the election in Thuringia and coming a close second in Saxony. The success in the party’s eastern stronghold states comes around a year before federal elections. 

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Germany: Thuringia and Saxony elections propel far-right AfD

Elections in the two eastern states showcased the rise of anti-establishment parties and the first time a far-right party finishes first in a state election in Germany since World War II. Voters

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Thuringia election: Far-left Wagenknecht attacked with paint

A man threw pink paint on far-left politician Sahra Wagenknecht at a campaign rally in Erfurt. The attack comes days before elections in two eastern German states where her party is expected

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Kamala Harris, Tim Walz defend policy ideas in TV interview

In the first major interview of her presidential campaign, Kamala Harris spoke about how she would tackle a raft of pressing domestic and international issues. Her vice presidential pick, Tim Walz, also

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Deportation flight leaves Germany for Afghanistan

A flight has taken off from an airport in eastern Germany deporting individuals to Afghanistan. It is the first deportation of Afghans since the Taliban took power in Kabul in 2021. A

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Macron defends giving Telegram CEO Durov French citizenship

Russian-born billionaire Durov, 39, was detained by French authorities over the weekend. He is facing charges over issues related to illegal content carried on his popular messaging app. French President Emmanuel Macron

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US, Chinese officials talk about range of issues

At the end of his visit to Beijing, US national security adviser Jake Sullivan met with Chinese President Xi Jinping. According to state media, Xi said China’s commitment to good relations with

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Germany: Government plans response to Solingen knife attack

Five days after the deadly knife attack in Solingen, the political fallout in Germany continues. While the opposition demands tough asylum measures, others have warned of populist reactions ahead of cross-party talks.

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Nigeria frees Polish students, lecturer after Kano protest

Poland’s Foreign Ministry said the six students and a lecturer from Warsaw University were in good health and would return this week. They were detained at anti-governnment protests, accused of waving a

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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer visits Germany

The UK’s new Labor government is seeking to strengthen ties with Germany, including the drafting of a new security and defense treaty. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in Germany on Wednesday,

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Pacific Island leaders endorse regional policing plan

Under the leadership of Australia, Pacific Island nations agreed on a regional policing plan. The move is seen as a response to China’s influence in the region. Pacific Island leaders agreed to

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Mexico freezes relations with US, Canadian embassies

Mexico’s president has put relations with the United States and Canadian embassies “on pause” after they voiced concerns over a proposed judicial overhaul plan. The Mexican government has paused its engagement with the ambassadors of

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US: Donald Trump hit by a new federal indictment

The revised indictment is 36 pages long, down from 45 pages, and removes material in an attempt to circumnavigate the US Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity. Donald Trump was hit by a

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Pakistan’s PM Sharif vows retribution for terrorist attacks

Pakistani Premier Shehbaz Sharif has pledged to retaliate for deadly attacks by separatist militants that killed dozens. He said the militants in Baluchistan wanted to “stop the journey of progress in Pakistan.”

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Japan condemns Chinese aircraft violation of its airspace

Tokyo said the Chinese military plane’s incursion was a “serious violation of our sovereignty.” Japan summoned a Beijing diplomat to protest the surveillance aircraft flying over its airspace. Japan on Tuesday lambasted what it

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Anger after Macron rejects France left-wing government

French President Emmanuel Macron has yet to name a new prime minister to end the political deadlock. In response, LFI leader Jean-Luc Melenchon has called for a “motion of impeachment.” French President Emmanuel Macron on

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Germany’s Scholz seeks new knife laws after Solingen attack

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has visited the city of Solingen three days after a deadly knife attack there. Scholz said he hoped to rapidly “tighten up” German laws on carrying knives. Solingen

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Germany: NATO airbase raises security over potential threat

The NATO airbase in Geilenkirchen raised its security alert after reports of a potential threat. The move led to non-essential staff being sent home as a safety measure. A NATO airbase in western Germany on Thursday

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Venezuela’s top court backs Maduro’s disputed election win

The Venezuelan Supreme Court ruled in favor of President Nicolas Maduro’s contested election win, despite allegations of fraud. The UN has questioned the court’s impartiality. Venezuela’s Supreme Court has confirmed President Nicolas Maduro’s

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Germany investigates drone flights over industrial park

Prosecutors in northern Germany cited “the suspicion of espionage activity for sabotage purposes” when confirming the probe. This follows “repeated” drone flights over “critical infrastructure.” Investigators in northern Germany confirmed on Thursday that they

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Germany: In Thuringia, Merz repeats CDU won’t ally with AfD

The leader of the Christian Democrats in Germany, Friedrich Merz, has visited the eastern state of Thuringia ahead of a hotly-awaited state vote. He said his party’s pledge never to ally with

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Biden approved China-focused nuclear strategic plan

According to the New York Times, the roadmap highlights the United States’ wariness of the growing threat of Russia, North Korea and in particular China. US President Joe Biden gave the green light for a

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S. Korea and US hold joint drills with eye on N. Korea

The drills are part of the annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises that are designed to boost the joint readiness of the South Korean and US militaries against threats from North Korea South

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US intelligence officials blame Iran for Trump, Harris hacks

US officials have accused Iran of trying to influence the US presidential elections by targeting the campaigns of Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. Tehran has denied the allegations. US security agencies on Monday

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Left Party leaders Wissler and Schirdewan to step down

Several batterings in the polls has seen party confidence in the pair deteriorate. Janine Wissler and Martin Schirdewan will step aside at the socialist German opposition Left Party’s conference in October. The

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Chinese, Philippine ships collide in South China Sea

China accused the Philippine vessels of “deliberately” colliding with the Chinese ship near the disputed Second Thomas Shoal. Manila and Beijing had come to a “provisional arrangement” aimed at ending altercations. Chinese

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Die Linke leaders Wissler and Schirdewan to step down

Several batterings in the polls has seen party confidence in the pair deteriorate. Janine Wissler and Martin Schirdewan will step aside at the far-left German opposition party Die Linke’s conference in October.

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Germany: New sabotage warning issued for water supply

Authorities have reported yet another case of suspected tampering with a water supply close to a military base. Some 10,000 residents were told not to drink water while tests were carried out.

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Thailand: Paetongtarn Shinawatra elected youngest ever PM

Thai lawmakers have picked Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the daughter of billionaire former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, as premier. At 37, Paetongtarn becomes the youngest prime minister in Thailand’s modern history. Billionaire heiress Paetongtarn

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US approves $5 billion Patriot missile sale to Germany

The Pentagon said the sale of 600 Patriot missiles would support Germany’s national defense as well as NATO more broadly. Germany has donated three Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine since 2022.

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Biden, Harris hail lower Medicare drug prices and each other

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris appeared together in Maryland, touting changes to Medicare’s drug purchasing system and each other’s credentials, as the pair settle into their new campaign roles.

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Berlin condemns ‘provocation’ after Ben-Gvir’s Al-Aqsa visit

The German government has accused Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir of “playing with fire” after he led hundreds of Jewish Israelis into the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound. Germany joined a chorus of international disapproval

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German military base on lockdown after suspected sabotage

The base in western Germany employs thousands of soldiers and civilians. Officials believe the tap water may have been purposely contaminated. Germany’s Cologne-Wahn military base has been sealed off after a suspected

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Venezuela elections lack ‘integrity,’ says UN

A panel of UN experts said the way the recent presidential vote was carried out “had no precedent.” Meanwhile, the UN human rights chief has raised alarm over detentions and use of

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Japan PM Kishida to step down next month

Kishida confirmed he will not run for his party’s upcoming presidential election. The Japanese prime minister’s three-year term as head of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party expires in September. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio

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Thai court to decide on PM Srettha Thavisin’s fate

If Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is removed, the 500-seat parliament must convene to choose a new premier. Thailand’s Constitutional Court is set to rule on Wednesday on whether Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin can be dismissed, having served less than a

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Tanzania opposition leaders released after mass arrests

Hundreds of leaders and supporters of the Chadema party had been arrested ahead of a planned youth day rally. Dissidents voiced concerns about a return to the repressive policies of President Hassan’s

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FBI investigates Iran hacking claims by Trump campaign

The investigation comes after Microsoft said Iran-linked hackers had tried to interfere in the 2024 election campaign. Tehran has denied hacking the Trump campaign. The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has announced a

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Tanzania opposition Chadema says senior leaders arrested

Protest organizers say police have arrested the leader of Tanzania’s opposition Chadema party ahead of a planned rally. Hundreds of youth supporters were also taken into custody. Tanzania’s opposition Chadema party on

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Iran: Vice President Zarif quits after 11 days in office

Javad Zarif has stepped down from the post of vice president, citing his disappointment with the new Cabinet. It’s the second crisis for newly elected President Masoud Pezeshkian. Iran’s vice president, Mohammad Javad

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Venezuela opposition calls for global protests

Venezuela’s opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has called for worldwide protests on August 17 to challenge Nicolas Maduro’s election victory claim. The opposition in Venezuela has called for global demonstrations on August 17 in

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Biden: Questions on health risked being ‘real distraction’

US President Joe Biden said criticism from political allies and questions about his health risked being a “real distraction” in the election campaign against Donald Trump, speaking for the first time since

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Bangladesh’s Yunus names student leaders in interim cabinet

Two student activists were included in Bangladesh’s new cabinet alongside top civil society leaders. Meanwhile, the son of ousted PM Sheikh Hasina said she would one day return to the country. Bangladesh’s

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Spain demands answers after Puigdemont escape

The Catalan independence leader managed to slip into Barcelona, give a speech, and flee. A Spanish judge has accused local police of collusion. A Spanish judge on Friday demanded answers from police

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Banned Thai opposition party relaunches with new name

The Prachachon, or People’s party, will remain an anti-establishment progressive party, its new leader said. The former Move Forward party had won last year’s election but was prevented from forming a government.

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Germany: Stasi murder in Berlin 50 years ago on trial

The 1974 shooting of a Polish man at a Berlin border crossing in broad daylight was international news. But the suspected Stasi shooter’s identity only became known when historians linked East German

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Giant pandas return to San Diego Zoo with fanfare

Pandas Yun Chuan and Xin Bao are the first of their kind to enter the United States in over two decades, restarting the long-observed “panda diplomacy” between Beijing and Washington. California celebrated

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Venezuela: Maduro suspends X after Musk election ‘attack’

President Nicolas Maduro said he signed a decree to block access to the X social media platform for 10 days, having previously accused its owner, Elon Musk, of an “attack” on his

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Vladimir Putin: At Russia’s helm for a quarter of a century

Russian President Vladimir Putin has been in power for 25 years, and there is no indication that his career might be drawing to a close. How does he do it? Juri Rescheto

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Nobel winner Yunus returns to Bangladesh to take office

Mohammed Yunus has arrived in Bangladesh to lead an interim government, following more than 15 years of rule by ousted former prime minister, Sheikh Hasina. Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammed Yunus returned to Bangladesh on Thursday

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UK: Huge anti-racism protests follow violent unrest

Thousands of anti-racism protesters took to the streets in major UK cities like London, Liverpool, and Birmingham. They rally against far-right anti-immigration protests, advocating for more immigrant and refugee rights. Thousands of

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Bangladesh: Interim leader Yunus appeals for calm

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus called on Bangladeshis to “get ready to build the country” as he prepares to lead an interim government. Yunus had frequently been at odds with ousted former Prime

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Bangladesh: Muhammad Yunus to head interim government

Economist and civil society leader Muhammad Yunus will lead Bangladesh’s interim government, the presidency has said. Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and fled the country amid a violent uprising. Nobel

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Venezuela election: Army stands by Maduro despite opposition

The Venezuelan military has rejected calls by the opposition to intervene after President Nicolas Maduro won another term in a contested vote. The Venezuelan military on Tuesday reiterated their “absolute loyalty” to President Nicolas

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Kamala Harris to name pick for vice president

US Vice President Kamala Harris is set to name her running mate as she embarks on a tour of major battleground states. The pick is her first major decision as the Democratic

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Bangladesh awaits interim government as parliament dissolved

Bangladesh’s army chief is due to meet with leaders of student protests to discuss forming a new government. Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and fled the country amid a violent

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Japan marks Hiroshima anniversary as regional conflicts rage

Officials in Hiroshima have urged the abolition of nuclear arms to reduce the risk of atomic war amid global tensions. The city was devastated by a US nuclear bomb 79 years ago.

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Venezuela opens investigation into opposition figures

Venezuela launched a criminal investigation into two leading opposition figures — Edmundo Gonzalez and Maria Corina Machado — after they called on the armed forces to abandon their support for President Nicolas

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Tunisia: Leading opposition figure Moussi sentenced to jail

Abir Moussi is a prominent opponent of President Kais Saied, who is seeking reelection on October 6. Moussi has been detained before and has accused Saied of ruling outside the law. A

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Cambodia starts work on China-funded canal

The canal will link the Mekong River to the Gulf of Thailand, in hopes of reducing reliance on Vietnamese ports. However, experts question whether the waterway will be big enough to achieve

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North Korea moves 250 missile launchers to southern border

Pyongyang staged a celebration to mark the deployment of the launchers. North Korea claims stationing more nuclear capable weapons on the border is a necessary deterrent to the US and South Korea.

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Bangladesh: Nearly 100 dead, more injured in protests

Protesters have demanded the government’s resignation as violence in Dhaka and other cities in Bangladesh resulted in severe casualties. The military has issued a nationwide curfew and deployed forces to restore order.

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Project 2025 director quits after Trump campaign criticism

Donald Trump’s campaign said it would welcome the “demise” of the hard-right policy blueprint, which was put together by many of his former aides. Conservative US think tank Heritage Foundation said on

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Venezuela: Maduro defiant as protests see hundreds arrested

Demonstrations have sprung up across Venezuela after President Nicolas Maduro was declared the winner an election disputed at home and abroad. At least 11 people have been killed, dozens injured and over

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US announces $500 million for Philippine defenses

The US announced $500 million in military funding for the Philippines to strengthen its defenses. This comes amid boiling tensions between Beijing and Manila over the disputed South China Sea. US Secretary

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Germany shrugs off Putin comments on US missiles

Germany’s government said it had “taken note” of comments over the weekend from Vladimir Putin, saying Russia might take countermeasures if the US deployed more longer-range missiles in Germany as planned. Germany’s

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Biden proposes sweeping US Supreme Court reforms

The reforms include term limits and constitutional amendments eliminating broad presidential immunity. However, their chances of passing are slim, amid a deeply-divided Congress. US President Joe Biden on Monday set to propose sweeping reforms to the

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North Korea: Kim’s daughter being trained to succeed him

Kim Ju Ae is reportedly receiving an education to become the next leader of the country. Her father, Kim Jong Un, is the grandson of the country’s founder Kim Il Sung. South

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