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Flotilla leaves Barcelona in biggest attempt yet to break Israeli blockade of Gaza
A flotilla with aid and activists left Barcelona for Gaza to break Israel’s blockade, as famine worsens and over 63,000…
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August 31, 2025
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Pakistan’s Punjab province battered by its biggest flood with 2 million people at risk
Pakistan’s Punjab province faces its worst flood ever, affecting 2 million people as three rivers hit record levels. Of…
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August 31, 2025
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Pope demands end to the ‘pandemic of arms’ as he prays for victims of Minnesota school shooting
Pope Leo XIV called for an end to the "pandemic of arms" after a deadly school Mass shooting in Minnesota, ur…
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August 31, 2025
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Israel kills Hamas spokesperson as hospitals report dozens killed in Gaza City
Israel says it killed Hamas spokesperson Abu Obeida in Gaza as at least 43 Palestinians died over the weekend amid rene…
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August 31, 2025
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UK refuses to invite Israeli government officials to London arms fair over the war in Gaza
The U.K. has barred Israeli officials from attending its top arms fair over Gaza concerns, though Israeli defense firms…
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August 30, 2025
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U.S. scraps Palestinian officials’ visas ahead of UN General Assembly
The U.S. State Department cited the groups' efforts to secure statehood recognition at the UN, which Canada and oth…
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August 29, 2025
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Israel launches new offensive in Gaza, says remains of 2 hostages returned
Israel says it has launched the "initial stages" of a new military offensive in Gaza City, and has recovered …
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August 29, 2025
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Canada, India name new high commissioners in step toward ‘deepening’ ties
The diplomatic appointments were agreed to in a meeting between Prime Minister Mark Carney and Indian Prime Minister Na…
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August 28, 2025
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Brawl breaks out in Mexican Senate after debate on drug cartels
Alejandro Moreno and Senate president Gerardo Fernandez Noroña squared off as lawmakers were singing the national anthe…
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August 28, 2025
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UK, France, Germany start process to put sanctions back on Iran
U.N. imposed sanctions on Iran could be coming soon as Britain, France and Germany have launched a 30-day process to re…
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August 28, 2025
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Massive Russian strike on Ukrainian capital kills 15, hurts 48
Russian strikes hit the central part of Kyiv, one of the few times Russian attacks have reached the heart of the Ukrain…
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August 28, 2025
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Canada joins allies for military drills off disputed South China Sea shoal
The Philippines said the Royal Canadian Navy frigate HMCS Ville de Quebec joined Philippine and Australian warships and…
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August 27, 2025
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India now faces 50% U.S. tariffs. Here’s what could be impacted
Indian officials have warned the new duties could make shipments to the U.S. commercially unviable, triggering job loss…
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August 27, 2025
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Canada wants to sell LNG to Germany. Critics say it’s a race against time
Energy Minister Tim Hodgson said the goal being sold by Canadian proponents to German buyers 'is being able to ship…
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August 27, 2025
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Denmark summons US envoy after Greenland influence operation report
Denmark officials have summoned U.S. ministers for a meeting amid reports some Americans with ties to U.S. President Do…
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August 27, 2025
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Canada extending military mission in Latvia to ‘deter’ Russia, Carney says
Carney's office says there are now 2,000 Canadian Armed Forces troops in Latvia as part of Operation Reassurance, w…
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August 26, 2025
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Australia says Iran directed antisemitic attacks, expels ambassador
Australia's Security Intelligence Organization is pointing the finger at Iran saying its government directed attack…
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August 26, 2025
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Trump claims ‘purge or revolution’ in South Korea before meeting new leader
It was not immediately clear what Trump was referring to in his post, issued ahead of his meeting with new South Korean…
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August 25, 2025
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World map needs ‘correcting’ to show Africa’s true size, say campaigners
A campaign group is pushing to have the current world map "corrected" to show Africa is actually larger than …
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August 25, 2025
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AP freelancer among 4 journalists killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza hospital
Two missiles hit Nasser Hospital, medical officials said. In all, 19 people were killed, according to Zaher al-Waheidi,…
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August 25, 2025
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Epstein accuser, Virginia Giuffre’s memoir set to be released this fall
“Nobody's Girl: A Memoir of Surviving Abuse and Fighting for Justice” is scheduled for release Oct. 21, the publish…
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August 24, 2025
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Israeli airstrikes hit Yemen’s capital, targeting Iran-backed Houthis
Israel strikes Sanaa, Yemen after Houthi cluster missile launch, killing two and injuring 35 as power plants and milita…
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August 24, 2025
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Moscow says Kyiv has struck a nuclear power plant as Ukraine marks independence day
Russia says Ukrainian drone strike hit Kursk nuclear plant on Ukraine’s Independence Day; no injuries or radiation leak…
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August 24, 2025
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Israeli strikes and gunfire kill 33 as Gaza City becomes focus of famine and a military offensive
Israeli strikes kill 33 in Gaza amid famine fears; pressure mounts as Gaza City braces for new assault and ceasefire ta…
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August 24, 2025
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A look at Mark Carney’s priorities as he visits Poland, Germany and Latvia
Poland is Europe's fastest-growing economy and while Prime Minister Mark Carney is there, he is expected to sign a …
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August 23, 2025
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Carney lands in Poland, kicking off mission to deepen European ties
The prime minister departed Ottawa in the early morning hours for a European trip that will include stops in Warsaw, Be…
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August 23, 2025
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Hegseth fires general behind Iran strike damage report that angered Trump
Lt. Gen. Jeffrey Kruse will no longer serve as head of the U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency, whose report contradicted …
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August 22, 2025
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Trump says ‘I’ll see whose fault it is’ if Putin-Zelenskyy meeting not set
Trump's comments come as Ukraine's allies draw up plans for a future security guarantee, which Prime Minister M…
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August 22, 2025
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Carney says trip to Germany aimed at “intensifying” talks on key projects
Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to travel to Europe to meet with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin on Tuesda…
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August 22, 2025
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Sharp rise in Americans applying for refugee status in Canada, data shows
Data from Canada's Immigration and Refugee Board shows a sharp rise in the number of Americans applying for refugee…
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August 22, 2025
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Major Russian attack on Ukraine ‘as if nothing were changing’: Zelenskyy
It was Russia’s third-largest aerial attack this year in terms of the number of drones fired and the eighth-largest in …
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August 21, 2025
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EU is pushing for auto tariffs to be eased in U.S. trade deal
The European Union is working to have U.S. tariffs lowered for its car exports as part of the finalized trade deal betw…
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August 21, 2025
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Boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. deported from U.S., jailed in Mexico
Julio César Chávez Jr. had a warrant for his arrest in Mexico for alleged arms and drug trafficking and ties to the Sin…
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August 20, 2025
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Xi Jinping makes rare visit to Tibet, marking 60 years of contested Chinese rule
Critics say repression in Tibet has become more systematic and wide-reaching since the crushing of anti-government prot…
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August 20, 2025
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Afghanistan bus crash kills more than 70 Afghans returning from Iran
Tolo News, citing an official, said the accident happened Tuesday evening when the bus collided with a truck and a moto…
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August 20, 2025
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NATO defence chiefs to virtually meet to talk Ukraine security guarantees
Kyiv’s European allies are looking to set up a force that could backstop any peace agreement, and a coalition of 30 cou…
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August 20, 2025
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‘A little bit of hope’: Canada’s Ukrainian community reacts to latest peace talks
Hundreds of thousands of Ukrainians who have come to Canada since the war began are watching closely as world leaders t…
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August 19, 2025
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U.S. working to set up future Putin-Zelenskyy meeting, White House says
The White House said Putin agreed to the meeting as part of 'the next phase of the peace process' in a call wit…
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August 19, 2025
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Hamas signals progress in Gaza ceasefire talks, Israel’s approval needed
Egypt's foreign minister said mediators are 'exerting extensive efforts' to revive a U.S. proposal for a 60…
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August 18, 2025
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Swatch apologizes, pulls ‘slanted eye’ ad campaign amid backlash
The controversy is the latest in a series of challenges for the Swiss watch brand, including a stark drop in share valu…
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August 18, 2025
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2 U.S. Carnival Cruise passengers drown in separate incidents on same day
The drownings occurred at the Celebration Key Carnival Cruise Line resort, the cruise line's new private island for…
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August 18, 2025
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Zelenskyy set to meet Trump in Washington with European leaders in tow
By arriving as a group, European leaders hope to avoid any debacles like Zelenskyy’s February meeting in the Oval Offic…
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August 18, 2025
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European leaders to join Ukraine’s Zelenskyy for meeting with Trump
European and NATO leaders will join Zelenskyy in Washington Monday for talks with Trump on ending the war in Ukraine, w…
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August 17, 2025
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US envoy says Putin agreed to security protections for Ukraine as part of Trump summit
Putin has agreed to let the U.S. and EU offer Ukraine NATO-style security guarantees, U.S. envoy says, calling it a maj…
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August 17, 2025
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Lawyer ‘very confident’ a foreign adversary attacked Canadian diplomats in Cuba
A lawyer for Canadian diplomats affected by Havana Syndrome says a foreign actor is to blame, despite a federal report …
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August 17, 2025
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Prime Minister Carney praises Trump as ministers jet to Sweden to talk defence deals
In a brief statement Saturday, Carney said: 'The leadership of President Trump and the United States is creating th…
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August 16, 2025
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Israel prepares to move Palestinians to southern Gaza as Israelis urge mass protest over conflict
Israel plans to relocate Palestinians in Gaza ahead of new offensives in dense areas. Families of hostages call for nat…
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August 16, 2025
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Trump greets Putin with a red carpet, Ukrainians feel betrayed
Ukrainians reacted with shock and grief as Donald Trump welcomed Vladimir Putin on U.S. soil, viewing the red carpet tr…
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August 16, 2025
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Hurricane Erin explodes in strength to a Category 5 storm in Caribbean
The U.S. government deployed more than 200 emergency workers to Puerto Rico as a precaution after a flood watch was iss…
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August 16, 2025
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China files WTO complaint over ‘discriminatory’ Canadian steel tariffs
Beijing filed a complaint with the WTO in response to Canadian restrictions on imports that contain steel melted or pou…
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August 15, 2025
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As European heat wave persists, some countries continue wildfire battle
Spain is fighting 14 major fires, while almost 4,000 firefighters in Portugal are battling blazes and Greece's Fire…
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August 15, 2025
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At least 176 killed in India, Pakistan after rains cause flash floods
Officials halted rescue operations overnight but rescued at least 300 people Thursday after a powerful cloudburst trigg…
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August 15, 2025
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Talks on global plastic pollution treaty end with no agreement
Nations were meeting for an 11th day at the United Nations office to try to complete a landmark treaty to end the plast…
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August 15, 2025
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Poland says it just foiled a major cyberattack aimed at water supply
An attempt to sabotage the water supply of a large Polish city via cyberattack was thwarted Wednesday, according to Pol…
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August 14, 2025
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Putin says U.S., Russia could make nuclear arms deal
Putin was speaking to his most senior ministers and security officials on the eve of a summit in Alaska with U.S. Presi…
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August 14, 2025
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Trump told Norwegian minister he wanted Nobel Prize: report
Several countries including Israel, Pakistan and Cambodia have nominated Trump for brokering peace agreements or ceasef…
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August 14, 2025
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China’s new tariff on Canadian canola takes effect as farmers urge action
The duty, announced Tuesday, has already caused the price of one of Canada's most valuable crops to fall, wiping ou…
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August 14, 2025
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U.S. tourist found dead in Spain nearly 1 month after reported missing
Cole Henderson was reported missing by his friends, after he decided to hike alone after putting his cellphone on airpl…
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August 13, 2025
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Stock markets could rally Wednesday amid optimism for future rate cuts
Stock markets in the U.S. and worldwide are poised for a gainful Wednesday trading session as traders in the U.S. are e…
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August 13, 2025
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European leaders, Zelenskyy set to talk with Trump ahead of Putin summit
Zelenskyy is due to meet with European leaders first, in preparation for a virtual call with Trump and Vice President J…
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August 13, 2025
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China adds ‘additional pressure’ with new tariffs on Canadian canola
China escalated trade disputes with Canada on Tuesday by announcing a preliminary anti-dumping duty on Canadian canola …
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August 12, 2025
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U.S., China extend tariff deadline for 90 days just hours before expiration
Trump posted on his Truth Social platform that he signed the executive order for the extension, and that “all other ele…
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August 12, 2025
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Trump, Zelenskyy, others invited to Ukraine meetings before Putin summit
Neither Zelenskyy nor European leaders have been invited to Friday’s summit between Trump and Russian President Vladimi…
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August 11, 2025
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2 Al Jazeera journalists among at least 6 killed by Israeli strike in Gaza
The incident marked the first time during the war that Israel's military has swiftly claimed responsibility after a…
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August 11, 2025
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Australia to recognize Palestinian state, but conditions must be met: PM
Albanese said after a Cabinet meeting Monday that Australia’s decision to recognize a Palestinian state will be formali…
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August 11, 2025
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European leaders rally behind Ukraine ahead of Trump-Putin meeting
A White House official said Trump remains open to a trilateral summit with both the Russian and Ukrainian leaders, but …
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August 10, 2025
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Explainer: The controversy over Canada’s rules on military exports to Israel
Here's a look at what we know — and don't know — about Ottawa's efforts to keep Canadian weapons out of Gaz…
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August 10, 2025
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Israel faces growing global condemnation over military expansion in Gaza
“My children cry day and night. My son scratches his body because of the heat,” said Nida Abu Hamad, whose displaced fa…
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August 09, 2025
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Zelenskyy dismisses Alaska summit between Putin, Trump that excludes Ukraine
The Donald Trump-Vladimir Putin meeting, scheduled for Friday in Alaska, is seen as a potential breakthrough in the mor…
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August 09, 2025
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Royal Caribbean passenger injured after cruise ship water slide breaks
A cruise ship passenger captured the moment the panel on the water slide shattered mid-ride, sending a burst of water i…
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August 08, 2025
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Australian mushroom murderer also allegedly served poison pasta to husband
A gag order on pretrial evidence was lifted, including new evidence of suspicions by Erin Patterson's estranged hus…
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August 08, 2025
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Mexico’s president rules out U.S. military entering to fight cartels
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said they were informed of a coming order, but it had nothing to do with U.S. milit…
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August 08, 2025
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Germany won’t authorize military exports that could be used in Gaza
The move by Germany appeared likely to further isolate Israel in the wake of the controversial military takeover plan t…
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August 08, 2025
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Texas trophy hunter killed by buffalo he was stalking in South Africa
The hunter became the prey when the massive animal ambushed him, executing a deadly charge. from : World https://ift.…
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August 07, 2025
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Netanyahu convenes cabinet to discuss possible Gaza expansion plans
The meeting comes on a day when at least 29 Palestinians were killed in airstrikes and shootings across southern Gaza, …
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August 07, 2025
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Trump’s new tariffs on dozens of countries take effect
Just after midnight, goods from more than 60 countries and the European Union became subject to tariff rates of 10 per …
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August 07, 2025
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Trump and Putin agree to meeting in coming days, Kremlin says
The Kremlin says Trump and Putin have agreed to meet in the coming days, with the Russian president's foreign advis…
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August 07, 2025
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Mexico’s Sheinbaum says ‘no need’ for bilateral trade deal with Canada
'We have the trade deal with the United States, Canada and Mexico... There is no need,' Mexican President Claud…
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August 06, 2025
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Trump imposes additional 25% tariff on India over Russian oil purchase
U.S.-India ties are facing their most serious crisis in years after talks between the two countries failed to produce a…
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August 06, 2025
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Trump envoy meets with Putin as peace deal deadline for Russia nears
Trump’s deadline for Putin ends on Friday. Washington has threatened “severe tariffs” and other economic penalties if t…
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August 06, 2025
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NATO to coordinate deliveries of arms bought from U.S. to Ukraine
European allies and Canada are buying most of the equipment they plan to send from the U.S., which has greater stocks o…
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August 05, 2025
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Polio was nearly eradicated. Here’s why it’s making a comeback
The World Health Organization and partners embarked on their polio campaign in 1988 with the bold goal of eradication —…
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August 05, 2025
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Russia says it’s no longer bound by intermediate missile moratorium
Russia linked the decision to efforts by the U.S. and its allies to develop intermediate range weapons and preparations…
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August 05, 2025
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Hundreds gather to mark five years since Beirut blast
Carrying Lebanese flags and portraits of some of the victims, many of those standing said they felt deeply disappointed…
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August 04, 2025
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Trump says India to face higher tariff for its purchase of Russian oil
Trump last week said he would impose a 25 per cent tariff on goods imported from India and added that the world's f…
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August 04, 2025
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Trial begins for 2024 Moscow concert hall attack suspects
A faction of the Islamic State group claimed responsibility for the March 22, 2024, massacre at the Crocus City Hall co…
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August 04, 2025
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UN says 68 African migrants were killed when boat capsized off Yemen
At least 68 African migrants died and 74 others were missing after their boat capsized Sunday in the waters off Yemen, …
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August 03, 2025
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Smoke from Canadian wildfires brings unhealthy air to large swaths of the Midwest
Smoke from Canadian wildfires hovered over the U.S. Midwest Saturday, prompting unhealthy‑air alerts across many states…
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August 02, 2025
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500K young Catholics flock to Rome for Holy Year, Await Pope Leo XIV
Hundreds of thousands of young Catholics filled Rome for a Holy Year vigil with Pope Leo XIV, marking his first major e…
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August 02, 2025
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Canadian aid agency workers call for action saying starvation is rampant in Gaza
Canadian aid groups say child starvation in Gaza is worsening, as blocked aid and soaring malnutrition now affect even …
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August 02, 2025
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Ukraine mourns Russian attack on Kyiv as death toll rises to 31 people
The youngest victim in Thursday’s strikes was 2 years old, and 16 of the injured were children, Ukrainian President Vol…
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August 01, 2025
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Trump deploys U.S. nuclear subs as war of words with Russia escalates
Trump's order sharply escalated a social media battle with former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev, who currently …
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August 01, 2025
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Trump’s Aug. 7 tariff start date for some countries brings new uncertainty
When Trump signed to order for more than 66 countries, the start date of the punishing import taxes was pushed back sev…
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August 01, 2025
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