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Taiwan's Interior Minister Lin Yu-chang made an unexpected visit to the disputed island of Taiping amidst ongoing military exercises, escalating tensions with China. This rare political move took p…
Apr 23, 2026
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Oil prices have surged by 4% amid rising tensions between Tehran and Washington. The escalating situation has left markets jittery, impacting businesses and investors globally. The Strait of Hormuz…
Apr 23, 2026
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Taiwan has finalised a $5.66 billion arms purchase agreement with the United States, marking a significant development in regional defence dynamics. This deal, announced on Monday, aims to bolster …
Apr 23, 2026
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An unexpected power outage across Portugal and parts of Spain on 25 October 2023 has raised critical questions about energy sovereignty and market stability in the Iberian Peninsula. The outage, wh…
Apr 23, 2026
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Pope Francis has once again highlighted the Catholic Church's commitment to social justice during a recent address in Rome. Emphasising the Church's mission to advocate for the underprivileged, the…
Apr 23, 2026
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Jaipur's decision to send manual labourers into sewers instead of using available machinery has sparked economic and ethical concerns. This choice, despite the presence of sophisticated equipment, …
Apr 23, 2026
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Being landlocked presents unique economic challenges for countries, impacting trade, logistics, and market access. Nations such as Kazakhstan and Mongolia are among the ten largest landlocked count…
Apr 23, 2026
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The European Union has announced a landmark contribution of €200 million to the African Union Mission in Somalia (Aussom). This unprecedented pledge, confirmed on Tuesday, is aimed at bolstering re…
Apr 23, 2026
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The much-anticipated Michael Jackson biopic has premiered to lacklustre reviews, with critics calling it cliched and bland. Released by NG, a major player in the entertainment industry, the film ha…
Apr 23, 2026
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Tower Transit, a leading bus operator in London, has launched a new trial programme aimed at assisting older bus drivers in transitioning to alternative roles within the company. The initiative, un…
Apr 23, 2026
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The recent discovery of a 14-year-old girl's body in musician D4vd's car has sent shockwaves through the music industry. The incident, which occurred in London, has led to widespread concern about …
Apr 23, 2026
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The FBI recently conducted an unusual mission in Cuba, extracting a child involved in a custody dispute related to a gender transition surgery. This intervention, which occurred amidst suspicions o…
Apr 23, 2026
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