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Oil prices extended gains on Wednesday as escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran fueled concerns over further disruptions to Middle East energy supplies.
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UK bans imports from illegal Israeli settlements in a strong policy move after recognising a Palestinian state last year.
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Here is a look at the main actors currently involved in the conflict.
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WorldPingThe far-right Alternative for Germany has taunted Chancellor Friedrich Merz in parliament after it thrashed his party in a regional election…
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WorldPingSIR row: No notice issued to Prof CNR Rao over name discrepancy, says Bengaluru official — full report at Times of India.
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WorldPing“I will really ask all of you to ask me questions or approach me in my capacity as the President of the General Assembly.If there are bilateral issues, I’m still the Foreign Minister; I’ll speak to you separately,” says Khalilur Rahman…
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WorldPingBangladesh is struggling to tackle a measles outbreak that has killed almost 1,000 children this year despite a renewed vaccination campaign…
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WorldPingMaia Sandu speaks out after two people are killed during a strike on the Starokozache crossing with Ukraine Back to Oslo, the funeral procession for King Harald is about the begin, and the 1.
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WorldPingOliver Farry is pleased to welcome Jules Grange Gastinel, Researcher at the Institute for Research and Studies on the Arab and Muslim World (IREMAM).
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WorldPing'Make ground in Gaza tremble': Egypt warned Netanyahu of Hamas plans before October 7 — full report at Times of India.
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WorldPingThe psychological toll of daily life in Cuba is pushing many to their breaking point on the Caribbean island of nearly 10 million people…
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WorldPingThe head of Britain’s air traffic control system has been summoned to a meeting with the country’s transport minister as airlines scramble to dig out from the backlog triggered by technical problems that have forced the cancellation of more than 1,750 ...
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WorldPingNorway is bidding its final farewell King Harald V as the popular monarch’s coffin sets off for a funeral attended by royalty and leaders from across Europe and beyond…
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WorldPingSchools in Indonesia's South Sumatra province have switched to remote learning due to worsening haze from forest fires…
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WorldPingIn a heartwarming incident in Bengaluru, Harshit Sureka faced the misfortune of losing his valuable MacBook during a torrential downpour.
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WorldPingIn the face of surging land prices, real estate professionals are urging the implementation of quicker project approvals and the digitization of land records to streamline business operations.
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WorldPingPhilippines chief gets China's note mid-speech; his blunt reply stuns room — full report at Times of India.
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WorldPingIt is the latest strike in a long trade war, and comes after Canadian counter-tariffs on US goods come into force.
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WorldPingDefence Minister Rajnath Singh met Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Colombo. They discussed multifaceted partnerships and regional safety, security, peace, and prosperity.
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WorldPingMen in a Dutch office toilet became a small power station using a dedicated urinal. This rig extracted phosphate and ammonia while generating electricity for electric cars.
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WorldPingIn 2023, record-setting storms brought a much-needed boost to Los Angeles's reservoirs and shallow groundwater levels.
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WorldPingThe Houthis said Saudi Arabia retaliated with strikes on Tuesday after the group targeted oil facilities, wounding dozens, as deadly fighting reignited in Yemen after a Houthi offensive towards the Red Sea's Bab al-Mandab chokepoint.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24
The price of crude oil hit a 7-week high after the U.S. said it blew up 5 more Iranian oil tankers, triggering retaliation from Tehran.
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WorldPingIran's Revolutionary Guards said Wednesday they pummelled a US military base in Jordan, vowing retaliation for American strikes on Iranian oil tankers that dragged the foes deeper into war.
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WorldPingBritain, France and Canada said Tuesday they will ban imports from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, with a UK minister accusing Israel of turning a blind eye to the "ethnic cleansing" of Palestinians there.
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Israel announced it would close the consulate after UK said it was imposing sanctions on illegal settlements.
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Iran has not surrendered, and the war’s original aims remain unmet.
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WorldPingIn Ukraine, the war is not being fought solely on the battlefield. This summer, Russian strikes severely affected the publishing industry, destroying dozens of warehouses and logistics centres. Millions of books and textbooks have been lost.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24
WorldPingPolice in Albania blocked protesters from reaching parliament on Tuesday at the latest rally against a luxury development linked to US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24
WorldPingTwo years after her dazzling performance atop the Eiffel Tower for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, Céline Dion is back in the French capital for a series of sold-out concerts – and fans are over the moon.
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WorldPingUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday pledged to "restore" ties with Bogota after four years of leftist rule, on day one of a three-nation tour aimed at bolstering conservative allies in Latin America.
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WorldPingThe United States military on Sept. 8 sank another vessel that it described as a "floating refueling station" involved with the Los Choneros.
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WorldPingOusmane Dembélé, Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappé are among the top contenders for the men’s Ballon d’Or.
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WorldPingIran launched fresh attacks against US targets in the Middle East on Wednesday in retaliation for American strikes on Iranian oil tankers, dragging the foes deeper into war.
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The yield on the U.S. 2-year Treasury note added 2 basis points early Wednesday, as oil hovered above the $100 mark.
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WorldPingAl Qaeda affiliate JNIM has been intensifying its activities in Benin since 2022. The country serves as a transit corridor between the areas of operation of the group, which is well established in Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24
Some European law enforcement agencies chasing leads spurred by information in the so-called Epstein Files say the U.S. Justice Department has not responded to their requests.
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WorldPingThe victim from Kerala had been remanded in Negombo prison, where he was killed during the violence that broke out among inmates on July 5 and 6…
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WorldPing“Reforms must be meaningful. These reforms must help regain the trust of this organisation in the eyes of the public. Unless that happens, the reforms will be regarded as marginal or perfunctory.I take this reform very, very seriously,”says UNGA President…
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Hindu
The Turkish Air Force's aerobatic team, performed this spectacular demonstration flight over Egypt’s Pyramids of Gaza.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera
WorldPingOn Wednesday, Brent crude oil prices exceeded one hundred dollars per barrel. Heightened concerns over supply arose following new attacks on oil facilities and tankers in the Middle East. The U.S.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India
More European countries calling to ban products from illegal settlements, despite sizable overall trade with Israel.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera
WorldPingAn overnight Russian drone strike at a border crossing between Ukraine and Moldova killed at least two people, Odesa's regional governor said Wednesday.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24
Israeli political parties submitted their lists for the October 27 Knesset elections before Tuesday's deadline.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera
Markets reacted after the U.S.military reported striking five Iranian tankers in response to attempted missile attacks on a Navy warship and after attacks by an Iranian-backed Houthi rebel group ignited fires at oil facilities in Saudi Arabia…
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Hindu
WorldPingBrent crude - the global benchmark for prices - rises after the US hit five Iranian tankers on Tuesday…
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WorldPingThe Indian A squads have been unveiled for the exciting series against Australia A. Devdutt Padikkal will take the reins of the multi-day team, while Ruturaj Gaikwad steps up as captain of the one-day lineup.
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Authorities in India rescue baby orangutans dumped in forest…
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera
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