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Pope Francis showing ‘good response’ to treatment — Vatican

Doctors say Pope Francis is no longer in imminent danger but will remain in hospital for several more days. The 88-year-old pope has been hospitalized with a respiratory infection since February. Pope

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Germany: Flights canceled as workers strike at 13 airports

A nationwide strike has brought air travel to a near standstill at 13 German airports, including the Frankfurt and Munich hubs. Trade union Verdi has called the strike over a wage dispute.

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After Assad’s fall, over 300,000 Syrians return home

Called “the worlds largest displacement crisis” by UNHCR, more than a million Syrians want to return to their areas of origin. Adequate housing, employment and basic services are challenges facing them if

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Paris: WWII bomb discovery disrupts trains

French police were working to disarm a WWII-era bomb found “in the middle of the train tracks” in the north of Paris. All trains to the Gare du Nord station, including the

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UN releases $110 million to compensate global aid cut

Amid cuts by major countries, the UN is trying to fill the global aid gap. It has described 2025 as a year of “unprecedented levels of suffering.” The United Nations has allocated $110 million

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Women’s rights under attack amid democratic erosion: UN

As democratic institutions worldwide have weakened, so have women’s rights, according to a report from UN Women. The head of the UN said instead of mainstreaming equal rights, the world was mainstreaming

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Vatican says Pope Francis had two new breathing attacks

The head of the Catholic Church has been in hospital for over two weeks. The 88-year-old pontiff is battling to recover from double pneumonia. Pope Francis on Monday suffered two new breathing attacks

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a man in a white robe sitting next to a man in a black robe — Pope Francis makes call for world peace from hospital bed

Pope Francis makes call for world peace from hospital bed

Pope Francis has asked for prayers for the war-torn regions after being hospitalized with bronchitis. His illness again stopped him from delivering Sunday prayers in person.

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Thailand criticized for deporting 40 Uyghurs to China

Thailand has deported a group of Uyghurs to China against their will, where they say they face torture and ill-treatment. Germany, the US, Australia and the UN are now condemning the decision.

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Oldest known Holocaust survivor dies aged 113

After having survived the Nazi pogroms and escaped to New York via China, Rose Girone passed away on Monday. Aged 108, Mirjam Bolle is now believed to be the oldest living Holocaust

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Freedom declined globally, but bright spots in Asia

The report said that political violence and armed conflict fueled the 19th straight year of decline of global freedom. But 34 countries, including Bangladesh, Bhutan, Sri Lanka and Syria registered improvements. Freedom

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France: Trial of doctor accused of mass sex abuse underway

The 74-year-old documented his crimes, noting his victims’ details and the nature of the abuse. He is already serving jail time on separate charges. A former French surgeon went on trial charged with raping

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Pope Francis’ condition ‘improving slightly,’ Vatican says

Hospitalized for double pneumonia, Pope Francis’ condition was improving slightly. He has no fever, and his blood analyses are stable, the Vatican said. Pope Francis’ overall condition was “improving slightly” and his

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Pope Francis has ‘peaceful night’ despite pneumonia battle

The 88-year-old pontiff has been diagnosed with pneumonia in both lungs and has spent a fifth night in Rome’s Gemelli hospital. Pope Francis spent a peaceful fifth night in the hospital and ate

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Costa Rica to take India, Central Asia deportees from US

Costa Rica has announced it will receive migrants deported from the US, much like Panama and Guatemala. Two hundred migrants from central Asia and India are set to arrive on Wednesday. Costa

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KIIT: Nepalese student’s death sparks anger at India college

Nepal’s government said it was stepping in to help students affected by the death of a Nepalese student at an Indian college. Tensions rose after the administration asked Nepalese students to leave

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Pope Francis in ‘complex’ health situation

In a brief statement, the Vatican announced that the pope’s respiratory infection requires a new course of treatment. The infection has kept him hospitalized longer than a 2023 battle with pneumonia. The Vatican confirmed

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Pope Francis hospitalized with bronchitis, Vatican says

The pope will undergo medical examinations and receive treatment for a case of bronchitis, the Vatican said. Pope Francis has been hospitalized in Rome on Friday, as he undergoes treatment for ongoing bronchitis,

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N. Korea destroys meeting place for war-separated families

The Mount Kumgang Reunion Center has been a place where separated families have gathered for some emotional scenes between relations who haven’t seen each other for decades — and may never see

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France: Grenade thrown into Grenoble bar injures several

The incident occurred at a bar in the Olympic Village neighborhood in the southern French city of Gernoble. A motive for the attack is not yet known but an investigation is already

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Salman Rushdie attempted murder trial begins

Jurors will be shown photos and videos from the day of the 2022 attack, when a man rushed onstage at a literary conference in New York and attacked acclaimed novelist Salman Rushdie.

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Maha Kumbh Mela: 420 million attend India Hindu event

Official figures suggest that over 400 million people have visited the Maha Kumbh Mela taking place in India. The Hindu event is the world’s largest religious festival. Over 420 million people have

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Ismaili Muslim leader Aga Khan dies aged 88

The Aga Khan Development Network employs some 96,000 people and finances development programs particularly in Asia and Africa. He died “peacefully” surrounded by his family in Lisbon. The Aga Khan, imam of the

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What is the role of women in India’s military?

DW spoke with current and former female service members in India’s military about the challenges they face rising through the ranks, and about the role women can play in the armed forces.

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Germany offers maternity leave for women after miscarriage

The German parliament has strengthened maternity protection for women who have suffered miscarriages. The new regulation would entitle women who miscarry after the 13th week of pregnancy to maternity leave. The German Bundestag, or

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Germany: Bundestag supports stricter migration policies

The German parliament debated motions to tighten migration rules after a deadly attack by a rejected asylum seeker. CDU leader Friedrich Merz said he would not shun the help of the far-right

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Man gets 30 years for attack outside Charlie Hebdo offices

A Paris court found Pakistani national Zaheer Mahmood guilty of attempted murder and terrorism in an Islamist-motivated attack in September 2020, which left two people injured. A Paris court sentenced a Pakistani man to

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Hundreds wed as Thailand legalizes same-sex marriage

Thailand has become the first country in Southeast Asia to legalize same-sex marriage. LGBTQ+ groups are hoping for more than 1,000 registrations in one day as the law goes into force. Hundreds

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UK teen pleads guilty to Southport girls’ murders

A British teenager has pleaded guilty to charges of murdering three young girls in a knife attack in northern England. The crime horrified the country and online disinformation about it fueled days

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Sierra Leone declares public health emergency over mpox

The West African nation has detected two cases in less than four days, spurring health authorities to take action to limit the spread of the viral disease. Sierra Leone declared a state

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‘Dubai chocolate’ must come from Dubai, German court rules

A German court has had its say in the trademark battle over what legally constitutes “Dubai chocolate.” Discount chain Aldi had been selling “Alyan Dubai Handmade Chocolate” — which is made in

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Germany: More than half a million homeless, new report says

The Federal Ministry for Housing, Urban Development and Building has presented figures showing some 531,600 people are without a permanent shelter in Europe’s largest economy. More than half a million people in Germany are

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Germany: Dresden old city evacuated for bomb disposal

A British bomb from World War II was discovered during construction work on the Carola Bridge. The bridge had partially collapsed into the Elbe river last September. Part of downtown Dresden in

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Egypt: Italian man killed in Red Sea shark attack

There are sharks in the Red Sea but encounters with them are relatively rare. A shark attack off Egypt’s Red Sea coast has left one tourist dead and another injured, authorities said on Sunday.

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Christmas updates: Pope appeals for peace in world conflicts

Pope Francis called for the sound of arms “to be silenced in war-torn Ukraine” and for a Gaza ceasefire. The biblical town of Bethlehem marked a quiet Christmas amid conflicts in the

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Swiss Air flight makes emergency landing over smoke on board

A Swiss Air flight from Bucharest, Romania to Zurich made an emergency landing in Austria because of smoke on board. All 79 people, including crew members, have been evacuated. A Swiss International

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Child sleeps in front of kindergarten ‘to be there first’

Police in a small German town found a four-year-old girl asleep at the entrance to a kindergarten. The girl, who snuck out of her parents’ home without them noticing, wanted to be

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German man arrested in Russia for alleged sabotage for Kyiv

Russian police have reportedly detained a German-Russian man for allegedly planning a sabotage act at Kyiv’s behest. A German-Russian citizen has been arrested in Russia for allegedly preparing to sabotage a rail line on the

6 months ago

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Russia arrests German citizen on sabotage charges

The Russian Federal Security Service said a German man was involved in organizing an explosion in Kaliningrad and had returned to Russia “to organize acts of sabotage.” A German citizen has been arrested in Russia on

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Hong Kong: 45 activists jailed in national security case

Dozens of prominent activists have been given prison sentences of up to 10 years as part of a sweeping law imposed by China that crushed a once-thriving pro-democracy movement. Hong Kong’s High

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Miss South Africa exits Miss Universe due to health concerns

Mia le Roux made history as the first deaf woman crowned Miss South Africa. Mia le Roux, South Africa’s contestant at the Miss Universe beauty pageant in Mexico, has announced her last-minute withdrawal from

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Global diabetes rate has doubled in last 30 years: study

Some 800 million adults worldwide have diabetes, according to a new study. The biggest rises have come in developing countries where access to proper care can be difficult to obtain. The percentage of

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Pentagon leaker Jack Teixeira sentenced to 15 years in jail

The leak included documents related to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Teixeira pleaded guilty earlier this year to six counts of willful retention and transmission of national defense information. A US federal judge

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Germany: 17-year-old arrested over alleged terror plot

Police have said that the teenager detained in the northern town of Elmshorn was motivated by extreme Islamism. He was reportedly planning a truck attack similar to the 2016 terror attack on

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Mattel apologizes for porn website link on Wicked toy boxes

Toy manufacturer Mattel said it “deeply regrets” a misprint on the packaging of dolls tied to the movie Wicked, which redirected people to a pornographic website of the same name. Toy manufacturing

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Germans are happier than they were last year — study

People in Germany reported they were happier in 2024 than they were in previous years. In five states, life satisfaction reached or exceeded pre-pandemic levels. Germans are significantly happier than they were

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India’s New Delhi cloaked in smog after Diwali celebrations

The Indian capital topped charts as the world’s most-polluted city after firecrackers from Diwali celebrations pushed air quality to dangerous levels. A thick layer of smog shrouded New Delhi on Friday, after

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Hedgehogs being decimated by human behavior: report

The latest Red List of Threatened Species says the mammal is “near threatened” due to loss of habitat to urbanization and farming. The report paints a grim picture of alarming rates of

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French actor Gerard Depardieu faces sexual assault trial

Depardieu is set to appear before a Paris criminal court over the alleged sexual assaults of two women on a film set. His lawyer has asked for the case to be put

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Fast-food chains nix onions over McDonald’s E. coli outbreak

Several popular fast-food restaurants in the US have taken fresh onions off their menus after an E. coli outbreak tied to McDonald’s left one person dead and more dozens sick. Fast-food chains

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German birth rate drops rapidly, new report says

Researchers said they have noticed a particularly sharp downward trend in eastern Germany. A new report estimates almost 80,000 fewer children were born in 2022 and 2023 than would have been expected.

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New COVID XEC variant: What you need to know

KP.3 was the ‘predominant’ SARS-CoV-2 variant in the US. It was also spreading in Europe. It’s now joined with another variant and become XEC. Over the European summer, the number of COVID-19 infections rose

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Germany detects first mpox variant Ib case

An infection with the new mpox variant Ib has been detected for the first time in Germany. The strain has been spreading in several African countries for months. Germany’s disease control agency

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NASA launches probe to see if life possible on Jupiter moon

A NASA spacecraft has lifted off on a quest to explore one of Jupiter’s moons with scientists suspecting a deep ocean could exist beneath its icy crust. A NASA spacecraft lifted off on Monday

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Nepali teen hailed after setting 8,000-meter peak record

Nima Rinji Sherpa has set a record as the youngest person in the world to summit all of the world’s 8,000-meter peaks. Scores of well-wishers came to greet him at the airport.

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Ryanair slashes German services, complains about taxes, fees

Low-cost airline Ryanair is stopping all flights to three minor German airports and also cutting its operations in Hamburg by more than half. It blamed the government in Berlin for high taxes

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UNICEF: Over 370 million girls have faced sexual violence

The issue of sexual violence cuts across geographic, economic, and cultural boundaries, a new UNICEF report has found. If verbal and online abuse are taken into account, the number rises to 650

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India: Industry leader Ratan Tata dies aged 86

The former chairman of Tata Group, credited with transforming the company into one of the world’s largest conglomerates, has passed away in Mumbai. Ratan Tata, the former chairman of India’s sprawling Tata Group

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Brazilian nun wins UN refugee prize

Sister Rosita Milesi has worked with refugees and the internally displaced within Brazil for the last 40 years. The prestigious Nansen prize has also been awarded to the likes of Angela Merkel

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Germany honors Jürgen Klopp with highest civic award

German football coach Jürgen Klopp received the Federal Order of Merit for his contribution to democracy and his impact on the football world and more. He accepted the honor with customary modesty,

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Nigeria: Hardship protests met with tear gas

For a second time in two months, Nigerians have demonstrated against economic hardship in the oil-rich country. The turnout was lower than the previous protest in which at least 20 people were

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Spain: Hopes of rescue fade after migrant boat disaster

Spanish authorities continued their search for 48 migrants who were aboard a boat that capsized near the Canary Islands. Nine people had already been reported dead. Rescuers were searching for at least

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Germany: Cologne Central Station to close to train traffic

Construction work will leave the German city almost entirely cut off from rail services overnight on Friday. The closure is the latest headache for Deutsche Bahn passengers in recent months. Cologne Central

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Switzerland: Police investigate 1st use of ‘suicide capsule’

Swiss police say they have detained several people and opened a criminal case a day after the first use of the “Sarco” capsule to end a person’s life. Assisted dying is legal

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Oktoberfest: Beer and pretzels in a sustainable package

More than Bavarians in lederhosen balancing frothing beer mugs and fried sausages, the world’s largest folk festival is becoming more inclusive and eco-friendly. Around 6 million revelers from across the globe are expected

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Pope Francis holds mammoth Mass in East Timor

The Pope has addressed a crowd of 600,000 people, roughly half the population of one of the world’s most Catholic nations — East Timor. Pope Francis celebrated an open-air Mass for around

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Germany: Labor minister calls for higher minimum wage

Hubertus Heil said he wants to raise the federal minimum wage to 15 euros. Trade unions welcome his comments, but there was dissent within Germany’s governing coalition. Germany’s Federal Minister of Labor

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Pope appeals against extremism on Indonesia trip

Pope Francis and Indonesian President Joko Widodo highlighted the role religion can play in fostering peace. The pontiff is set to host leaders of six different religious groups in Jakarta. Pope Francis

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Pope Francis embarks on marathon Asia-Pacific trip

The 12-day visit is Francis’ first major trip abroad in a year. The journey highlights the growing importance of Asia and Oceania to the Catholic Church. Pope Francis begins the foreign trip of

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Brazil may soon shut down Musk’s X after deadline expires

There has been a public feud for months between a Brazilian Supreme Court judge and X’s owner Elon Musk over content moderation on the social media platform. Now X may be suspended

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Hong Kong convicts two ex-editors at Stand News of sedition

A Hong Kong court has found two editors at the shuttered Stand News media outlet guilty of sedition. It is the first sedition conviction of journalists since the territory was handed back

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Germany: Ex-head of banned Islamic center faces deportation

German authorities have issued a deportation order to the former head of the Islamic Center Hamburg. The organization was recently banned as espousing an extremist ideology. Mohammad Hadi Mofatteh, the ex-head of

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Australian police carry out massive nationwide drug bust

Police in Australia say more than 1,600 people have been arrested in an anti-drug operation. A spokesman said the action highlighted “the seemingly insatiable demand” for illicit drugs in the country. Australian police

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Foreign workers ‘indispensable’ for eastern Germany — study

A new study has found that foreign workers create billions in revenue for eastern German states. The data was published just days before the anti-immigrant AfD looks set for big wins in

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Pakistan registers 1st case of mpox

Pakistan said it has detected a case of mpox virus in the country. Authorities have not said whether it’s the new deadly variant that has led to a surge in infections in

10 months ago

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US: 5 arrested over Matthew Perry’s death, ketamine supply

US investigators have arrested five people over the death of “Friends” star Matthew Perry, including two doctors and the actor’s assistant. The suspects “took advantage of Mr. Perry’s addiction issues,” officials say.

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Insulin that “feels” blood sugar – type 1 diabetes solution?

People with type 1 diabetes rely on strict routines to keep their blood sugar levels stable. Smart insulins promise relief from the mental toll of daily glucose monitoring and management. 7:00 am

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Germany: Alcohol-free beer sales double in past decade

Germany’s non-alcoholic beer production has enjoyed a boom in the last 10 years, according to a new report. Low-alcohol drinks like Radler are also seeing increased sales. Germany’s Federal Statistical Office, Destatis,

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France: Basel-Mulhouse airport reopens after bomb scare

The airport, located in France near the Swiss and the German border, was briefly evacuated for “safety reasons.” France is on high alert for any potential violent action as it prepares to

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Germany: Police officer fired for stealing 180 kg of cheddar

When a truck loaded with cheddar cheese overturned in a traffic accident in Germany, the police officer assigned to secure the scene scooped up the cargo. He has lost a court appeal

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Indigenous ritual practiced for 12,000 years, study shows

For more than 10,000 years, people in a part of Australia practiced the same healing ritual. A new study has shown the ability of oral traditions to keep such practices alive across

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Turkey: Istanbul’s banned Pride Parade leads to arrests

Turkish police raided the Pride Parade in Istanbul, detaining at least 15 people for participating in a banned LGBTQ+ rally. Several hundred people briefly took part in a banned LGBTQ+ Pride Parade in Istanbul on Sunday,

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Germany sees divorce rate drop to lowest since 1990

The divorce rate in Germany has reached its lowest level since reunification in 1990, with fewer marriages also being recorded. Most divorces were filed with the consent of both spouses. Fewer married

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German court rules against ‘climate neutral’ fruit gum ad

Germany’s top court has ruled that companies may only advertise with the term “climate neutral” if they clarify what this means. The case was brought because of an advert about fruit gums.

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WHO: Nearly 1.8 billion people at risk due to inactivity

If current trends continue, 35% of people will be inactive by 2030. Nearly 1.8 billion adults are at risk of cancer, stroke, dementia and diabetes due to insufficient exercise, according to a new

11 months ago

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WHO warns against fake Ozempic drugs flooding black market

Fake versions of diabetes and weight loss drugs that are in high demand are being sold and advertised online. The WHO has warned people not to use these dangerous alternatives. The World Health

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Regular walking can reduce back pain recurrence, study finds

A new study found that walking for half an hour five days a week made recurrences of lower back pain almost half as frequent. The authors said more focus on preventive care

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Belgians continue to lose trust in justice system

Confidence in the Belgian justice system has systematically declined, according to the fifth justice barometer of the High Council of Justice (HRJ). A survey of nearly 1,700 Belgians found that those who

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WHO says these industries kill 2.7 million a year in Europe

Tobacco, ultra-processed foods, alcohol and fossil fuels are responsible for causing millions of deaths in Europe every year, says the WHO. It called on governments to enforce stronger health regulation. The World Health

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UK: King Charles banknotes enter circulation

Banknotes bearing the image of King Charles have begun to appear in British wallets. They will gradually replace the previous banknotes adorned with the face of his mother, Queen Elizabeth. Banknotes bearing a

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Pakistan’s Imran Khan acquitted of leaking state secrets

The jailed former prime minister will, however, remain in prison after being convicted in another case relating to his marriage. He and his supporters claim the various cases against him are politically

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Nagelsmann slams ‘racist’ survey by German broadcaster

The poll within a WDR documentary asked participants if they would like more white players to represent Germany. National team coach Julian Nagelsmann said that people need to “wake up” and that

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Ticketmaster confirms hackers stole customer data

Live Nation, the parent company of concert and ticketing platform Ticketmaster, has confirmed that it has been hacked, according to a document seen by the AFP news agency. The Australian government announced

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Colombia moves to ban bullfighting

Colombian lawmakers voted to ban bullfighting from 2027, sending the bill to the President Gustavo Petro for signing. Animal rights groups say the sport does not represent culture, but rather torture. Colombia

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Pope uses homophobic slur in meeting with bishops — reports

Italian media has said that the pope used a highly derogatory slur against LGBTQ+ people at a bishops conference. The remark may sour attempts by the pope to make the church more

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Michael Schumacher’s watches fetch millions at auction

The sale featured eight watches belonging to the seven-time F1 champion, who has not been seen in public since a skiing accident in 2013. Among the watches were timepieces from Rolex, Audemars

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Investigation launched into death of inmate in Ghent prison

The East Flanders public prosecutor’s office has opened an investigation into the death of a 28-year-old inmate in the prison of Ghent, local media report. The vulnerable person, Amah Ayité, had serious

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Panama Papers law firm boss Ramon Fonseca dies mid-trial

He was a partner of the law firm Mossack Fonseca, at one time the world’s fourth-largest provider of offshore financial services. The firm closed due to “irreparable damage” in the wake of

1 year ago

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Greta Thunberg fined over Stockholm protest

The “Fridays for Future” climate activist has been fined for civil disobedience over a protest that included blocking the entrance of the Swedish Parliament. Greta Thunberg, the Swedish climate activist who inspired

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Germany: Noah and Sophia the most popular 2023 baby names

Noah has been the most popular boy’s name in Germany for five years in a row now. Sophia (or Sofia) narrowly dethroned Emilia atop the girls’ list. The list of the top

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