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Three killed after woman detonates bomb at Moscow restaurant, state media say
Security officials said the female attacker tried to enter the restaurant but was stopped by a security guard.
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Trump says he is cancelling strikes on Iran subject to 'rapidly' making deal
The US president's message came amid media reports that he was planning new, intense strikes on Iran over the weekend.
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Ariana Grande pulls out of musical for break from 'endless' scrutiny
The US singer, 33, will "step back from visibility" at the end of her world tour, her representative says.
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Science vs politics: Kiwi’s long road to EU health-claim approval
In August 2025, Zespri, the world’s largest marketer of kiwifruit, announced that the European Commission had approved what it described as the first health…
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Ongoing Crime Crackdown After Fatal A66 Crash Claims Seven Lives
Following a tragic crash on the A66 near Middlesbrough that killed two police officers and five young men, Cleveland Police have arrested three more…
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Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit Highlights Shifting Power Dynamics in Asia
The recent Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Kyrgyzstan showcased the growing solidarity among Eurasian powers, underscoring the limitations of U.S. economic sanctions and signaling…
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Understanding the Deadly Flash Floods in Nepal and Tibet: Causes, Impact, and Response
A recent catastrophic flood in Nepal and Tibet, triggered by a massive landslide and glacial collapse, has left thousands missing and devastated communities. This…
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US Strikes Iranian Launchers on Larak Island: Implications for Strait of Hormuz Security
The recent US attack on Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island, located in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, marks a significant escalation in…
Science
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope: A New Era in Exploring the Universe’s Mysteries
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, launched in August 2026, promises to revolutionize our understanding of the cosmos. With a panoramic field of vision…
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Understanding the Tibet Flood Crisis: The Impact on Foreign Nationals and Regional Response
A devastating flood in Tibet has left 261 foreigners from 23 countries missing, highlighting the scale of the disaster and the challenges faced in…
Politics
Prime Minister Burnham’s Early Prison Release Reforms: Balancing Public Safety and Prison Capacity Challenges
Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s recent decision to restrict early release for hundreds of prisoners marks a significant political and policy shift amid concerns over…
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Iceland’s EU Referendum Hangs in the Balance Amid Deep Divisions Over Fishing and Sovereignty
Iceland’s recent referendum on resuming EU accession talks revealed deep divisions centered on fishing rights and national sovereignty, underscoring the complex balance between economic…