US mass killings drop to 20-year low in 2025: Database
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President Nicolas Maduro told supporters at a rally in Caracas he wants “peace with sovereignty”, amid US tensions.
Hong Kong leader orders independent investigation into fire that killed 151
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UN will cut 2026 budget by $577m by slashing workforce
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UK criticises Gaza aid delays as tents take year to arrive
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said the situation remains “dire” as the United Nations warned 1.5 million people are in need of urgent shelter.
Devastating toxic spill seen as test of whether African countries will stand up to China
Devastating toxic spill seen as test of whether African countries will stand up to China 18 minutes agoMayeni JonesBBC Africa correspondent Ali Ngwane / BBCFarmers like Mary Penge, 41, say…
Putin and Trump’s envoy set for key Ukraine talks in Moscow
Putin and Trump’s envoy set for key Ukraine talks in Moscow 9 minutes agoJames ChaterandLaura Gozzi EPA Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet US special envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow…
LIVE: Israeli forces continue demolition, destruction around Gaza City
Israeli forces carry out demolition and destruction on residential buildings behind the yellow line in central Gaza.
India’s sky-high fares crash dreams to make flying accessible to all
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Jury trial reforms set to be announced
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