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‘Wanted to teach him a lesson’: Accused on assault that killed Delhi musicianWorldPing
Times of India

‘Wanted to teach him a lesson’: Accused on assault that killed Delhi musician

Seven men and a juvenile were arrested for the alleged killing of Chongtham Vikram Singh. The accused reportedly assaulted the musician after he objected to noise outside his home. Singh, a musician, died hours after the assault due to internal injuries.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India

Deutsche Welle
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Deutsche Welle

Ethiopia's constitutional reform: What does it mean — especially for Abiy?

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed stands to benefit from a planned constitutional reform in the country. A new presidential system would reshape political power — and could give him a more powerful mandate in office.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Deutsche Welle

Iraq caught in US-Iran crossfire as Baghdad pushes to disarm powerful militiasWorldPing
Times of India

Iraq caught in US-Iran crossfire as Baghdad pushes to disarm powerful militias

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi faces pressure to disarm Shi'ite militias. Several powerful groups resist handing over their weapons to the state. This standoff creates significant security and political challenges for the government.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India

Tens of thousands line the streets as Norway bids farewell to King Harald VWorldPing
The Guardian

Tens of thousands line the streets as Norway bids farewell to King Harald V

Europe’s royals and global political figures attend ceremony that brings 13 days of national mourning to a close Europe live – latest updates Norway has observed a minute’s silence as it takes leave of King Harald V in a series of ceremonies, bringin…

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Guardian

Rs 500 notes in kalakand boxes? Viral video triggers vote-for-cash row in AlwarWorldPing
Times of India

Rs 500 notes in kalakand boxes? Viral video triggers vote-for-cash row in Alwar

A video showing kalakand boxes with cash has gone viral before Alwar municipal polling. Locals reported a car seen unloading boxes around 1 am in the Diwakari area. Occupants allegedly fled after residents gathered and stopped the vehicle.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India

Pope merchandise flies off shelves as France gears up for pontiff's visitWorldPing
France 24

Pope merchandise flies off shelves as France gears up for pontiff's visit

Tshirts, mugs and rosaries... These are just a few of the items available in the range of merchandise hitting souvenir shops ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s much anticipated visit to the northeastern French city of Metz on 28th September.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24

Modern warfare: Ukraine racing to develop new interceptor dronesWorldPing
France 24

Modern warfare: Ukraine racing to develop new interceptor drones

In recent weeks, Russia has been deploying jet-powered Shahed-type drones against Ukraine, presenting a new challenge for Ukrainian air defences. Kyiv is now working to develop interceptor drones capable of matching their speed and bringing them down.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24

Greetings from Paris, where the 2024 Olympics balloon rises againWorldPing
NPR

Greetings from Paris, where the 2024 Olympics balloon rises again

The floating Olympic cauldron, held aloft by a giant glowing balloon, is still making regular appearances two years after the 2024 Paris Games, showing up all summer long in the nighttime Paris sky.

Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by NPR

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