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WorldDeath toll of landslide in northwestern China rises to 21 as rescue operations conclude
The landslide, shortly before 7 am Tuesday, buried 33 people in the Nanhe township of Longnan city in Gansu province, the official Xinhua News Agency reported
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WorldKuwait and Bahrain face incoming missiles after US strikes on Iran
There was no word on what, if anything, had been struck in either country.
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WorldWhat to know about the electronic monitor a French court says Marine Le Pen must wear
French prisons are overcrowded and have struggled with worsening detention conditions, according to the European Committee for the Prevention of Torture. Electronic monitors keep from adding to that problem.
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WorldSwitzerland and Colombia headed to penalty shootout after 0-0 draw at the World Cup
With the score in the knockout round still even after 30 minutes of extra time, a penalty shootout decides which team advances to the next round.
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WorldIndian UN Mission premises evacuated as nearby NYC high-rise buckles, at risk of collapse
"This is an extremely serious situation," Mamdani said as he expressed gratitude to first responders for securing the area and initiating the evacuation plans.
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WorldRisk of drought, flood at same time as El Nino effect prevails in Hindu Kush Himalayas: ICIMOD
"Seasonal forecasts describe average conditions over several months, not what happens in a single valley. Under El Niño, long dry spells can be interrupted by intense local storms that trigger devastating flash floods and landslides."
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WorldUS launches new strikes against Iran after three ships were hit in Strait of Hormuz
In a statement posted to social media, US Central Command said American forces launched the strikes “to impose heavy costs for targeting and attacking commercial shipping crewed by innocent civilians in an international waterway.”
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WorldColombia's president-elect Espriella suspends government transition after Petro alleges fraud
President Gustavo Petro refused to recognise Abelardo de la Espriella's electoral victory, alleging fraud without providing evidence.
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WorldIndia EAM Jaishankar concludes Bahrain visit
India EAM S Jaishankar concluded his Bahrain visit after meeting with Deputy Prime Minister Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa.
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WorldUS to lift sanctions on Turkiye over Russian missile system: Trump
The US President says Washington will remove sanctions imposed on Turkiye after it bought a Russian air defence system, a move that led to the country being removed from the F-35 fighter jet programme.
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WorldSecond ship attacked in Strait of Hormuz: British Military
It was the latest attack targeting a vessel moving through the narrow mouth of the Persian Gulf.
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WorldReform UK MP Nigel Farage resigns from British Parliament
Farage, who represents the constituency of Clacton, has stated that he would stand in for the by-election triggered by his resignation.
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WorldTurkey Summit: NATO announces billions in arms deals as Trump arrives in Ankara
Trump was expected to head first to the presidential compound of Turkish leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan, a close ally who is hosting this year's gathering.
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WorldPakistan terror attack: Nine policemen killed in Balochistan
The incident took place on Monday night at the police post in Ziarat district's Mangi Dam area.
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WorldPM Modi conferred with Indonesia's highest honour
The honour, titled 'Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia', was handed over by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto.
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WorldSri Lanka orders probe as prison riot death toll rises to 27
A three-member panel will investigate the Negombo prison violence after an attempted jailbreak left 27 people dead.
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WorldExplosions rock Damascus, wounding 4, as French President Macron visits Syria
Two blasts struck near the Four Seasons Hotel as Emmanuel Macron met Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa.
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WorldVenezuela's coastline reflects growing divide as prosperity gives way to decline
Thousands left homeless after the devastating earthquake now await long-term rehabilitation amid criticism of the government's response.
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WorldIndia, Indonesia expand defence ties; New Delhi to supply BrahMos missiles
The two sides inked nearly a dozen agreements to significantly shore up two-way cooperation in a range of areas including critical minerals, technology, food security, medicines and maritime security.
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WorldIslandwide blackout plunges Cuba into darkness amid fuel crisis
A blackout in mid-May affected the island's eastern provinces, while a blackout in mid-March struck the entire island.