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The strike that changed the geometry of war
Israel's attacks on Doha and Tehran demonstrate a new capability that may make warfare more unpredictable.
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Two Nepali Sherpa climbers break own records on Mount Everest
Kami Rita Sherpa sets new record with 32nd summit as Lhakpa Sherpa breaks her own women's record with 11th summit.
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Egyptian teen Amina Orfi beats El-Sherbini to win PSA world squash title
Orfi, 18, beats compatriot Nour El-Sherbini in a five-game thriller to win the PSA World Championship title in Giza.
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How Arsenal or Man City can clinch Premier League title with two games left
Arsenal are two points ahead of City but have a slightly inferior goal difference as the season enters its final week.
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Ukrainian drone attacks on Russia kill at least five
Russian authorities say three people killed in the Moscow region and one in Belgorod in Ukrainian attacks.
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Conor McGregor to fight Max Holloway in UFC return on July 11
MMA legend will compete for the first time in five years at UFC 329 in the United States.
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Al Jazeera reports from Strait of Hormuz on Iran’s plan to manage shipping
Al Jazeera’s Tohid Asadi reports from the strait and explains Tehran’s newest plan to manage shipping.
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Bulgaria wins Eurovision for first time; Israel comes second amid boycott
Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, Iceland and Slovenia stage biggest political boycott in Eurovision history over Gaza war.
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Sardar Azmoun left out as Iran announce World Cup 2026 squad
Veteran striker Azmoun was not named in the 30-man squad, which will be trimmed to 26 by June 1.
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Federal funding for Trump ballroom in trouble after Senate ruling
Republicans seek to allocate $1bn in public funds for Secret Service security upgrades linked to the plans.
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Chelsea appoint Xabi Alonso as new manager on four-year deal
Former Real Madrid coach replaces Liam Rosenior at the end of a difficult season for the Premier League club.
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Modest fashion’s global turn
From Instagram to Paris catwalks, modest fashion is booming as the global Muslim market heads toward $433bn by 2028.
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India’s Tata and Dutch giant ASML sign semiconductor deal during Modi visit
Prime Minister Modi says his talks with the Dutch PM also focused on expanding cooperation in defence and security.
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Poll shows Lula and Bolsonaro tied before Brazil’s presidential election
Right-wing challenger Flavio Bolsonaro faces new scrutiny over a film funding scandal, which could affect the race.
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Taiwan says it is an independent nation after Trump arms sale remarks
Taiwan stressed that it is a “sovereign and independent” nation
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Bolivian army attempts to clear roads after 11 days of protests
Military police in Bolivia arrested demonstrators, and used tear gas to disrupt road blockades after 11 days of protests
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Canadian from hantavirus-hit cruise ship tests positive
The individual is one of four former passengers on the MV Hondius isolating on Vancouver Island, British Columbia.
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Man drives car into pedestrians in Italy, injuring eight
Eight people were injured, four seriously, before passers-by gave chase and stopped the man.
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Thousands protest at Eurovision final as five countries boycott over Israel
Spain, Ireland, Iceland, Slovenia and Netherlands all withdrew in protest against Israel's participation amid Gaza war.
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Can new Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions lead to another border clash?
Both sides target each other despite a pause in fighting mediated in March.
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In response to Trump, Taiwan says it is ‘sovereign and independent’
Taiwan says it will maintain 'status quo' and deepen ties with the US after Trump meets with China's Xi Jinping.
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Tens of thousands join far-right rally in central London
Tens of thousands marched through central London on Saturday at a far-right rally led by activist Tommy Robinson
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Latvia’s president asks opposition leader to form new government
If opposition leader Kulbergs were to form a government, the cabinet lineup would need to be approved by parliament.
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Accident kills eight people in Thailand raising questions of rail safety
Devastating railway accident in Bangkok kills at least eight people. And an investigation is underway.
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