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US and Japan take action to prop up yen in rare joint move
Both countries have said that they will not hesitate to conduct joint interventions in the future.
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The battle for the Maasai Mara: Can Kenya’s most iconic ecosystem be saved?
Court cases over new lodges have raised questions about protecting one of Africa’s greatest wildlife spectacles.
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Malaysian boy on trial for allegedly murdering girl in school
The high-profile case has shocked Malaysia and sparked debate about the effect of social media on children.
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Japan and US confirm rare joint intervention to prop up yen
US President Donald Trump says helping to bolster the Japanese currency is a sign of friendship.
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Massive Attack respond after Singapore ban over Palestine display
The UK band says they are "surprised and disappointed" by their treatment over shouting "free Palestine" at a concert there.
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Two crew killed after firefighting helicopters collide in Greece, as British pilot survives
One Danish and one Greek national died in the incident, while a British pilot and another Greek crew member survived.
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Suicide bombing kills at least 14 people in Pakistan’s Swat Valley
Footage shows blast victims hurried into a hospital in northwestern Pakistan, after a suicide bombing.
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Trump suggests new talks with Iran to begin on Monday
Tehran has not responded to the suggestion that new talks are imminent. Trump has previously said a negotiated end to the war is close, only
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Iran war live: Trump says talks to resume; Tehran urges US to honour MoU
US President Donald Trump says an agreement with Iran is imminent, with negotiations set to begin on Monday.
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Trump says new round of Iran talks will begin Monday
The US president says Gulf allies and Tehran urged him to delay planned strikes, as oil prices dropped in response.
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Brazil’s Lula launches fourth-term bid, focuses on national sovereignty
Lula seeks to use Bolsonaro family ties with Trump to cast election as fight against submission to foreign interests.
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'What was my fault?': How India's exam paper leak ended young lives
Two families reveal the human toll of India's medical entrance examination paper leak.
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Ariana Grande to take a break from public life amid 'endless' scrutiny
The US singer, 33, will "step back from visibility" at the end of her world tour next month, her representative says.
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Sudan army drone attack on Darfur kills 35, rights group says
Tens of thousands of people have been killed in the ongoing war between army chief al-Burhan and RSF commander Dagalo.
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Wildfires force mass evacuations across the Pacific Northwest
Fast-moving wildfires are forcing evacuations across Washington State, US and nearby British Columbia, Canada.
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Local volunteers help rebuild destroyed Christian monastery in Lebanon
Interfaith volunteers rebuild war-damaged Catholic monastery in Lebanon’s Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh.
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UK PM Burnham vows to be ‘relentless’ on Channel migrant crossings
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said his government will be "relentless" in tackling small boat crossings the Channel.
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Venezuela and the Dominican Republic say they will work to restore ties
Both countries have agreed on a plan to restore diplomatic relations cut off after a contested vote in 2024.
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Is Washington dictating the agenda for talks in Venezuela?
Venezuela's government and a section of the opposition plan to hold talks, backed by the US.
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How much has AIPAC spent against Michigan’s Abdul El-Sayed? And why?
Pro-Israel group unleashes its spending power to help elect Haley Stevens to US Senate against progressive doctor.
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Israelis attack Armenian monastery in Jerusalem’s Old City
Six Jewish Israelis were filmed spitting at the entrance to Saint James Monastery in Jerusalem's Old City.
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Body of climber Nirmal Purja, six others recovered after Pakistan avalanche
Search for remains of three last climbers continues on Broad Peak, days after avalanche killed all 10 mountaineers.
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Most Americans say Trump has gone too far on US immigration: Poll
Half of Americans say Trump has gone too far on deportations, though most Republicans still support his approach.
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Iran says negotiations with Oman over Strait of Hormuz in final stages
Tehran's announcement comes after Trump said US would hold off on new Iran attack in hope of quick deal.
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