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Three killed in Uganda after crashing into elephant
A tragic incident in Uganda resulted in the deaths of three people after their minibus collided with an elephant in…
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Russia says magnetic mines found on tanker at Ust-Luga port
Russia's Federal Security Service reported the discovery of magnetic mines on a tanker at the Ust-Luga port. The…
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Pope Leo urges world to ‘slow down’ on AI in fervent first manifesto
Pope Leo XIV has released his first encyclical, urging a slowdown in the development of artificial intelligence. He…
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UK set to break record for hottest May day
The UK is expected to break its record for the hottest May day on May 25, with temperatures predicted to reach 35…
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Greek police arrest 20 in Crete over suspected EU farm subsidies fraud
Greek police have arrested 20 individuals in Crete for their involvement in a criminal gang accused of defrauding the…
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Swiss divided as vote to cap population at 10 million nears
Swiss voters are set to decide on a controversial initiative to cap the population at 10 million on June 14. The…
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Latvian lawmaker moves to form new government, eyes vote as soon as this week
Latvian opposition lawmaker Andris Kulbergs is working to form a new government following the resignation of Prime…
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Lebanon President says Israeli withdrawal ‘non-negotiable’
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun stated that Israel's withdrawal from southern Lebanon is a 'non-negotiable' demand that…
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Senegal's parliament speaker quits two days after prime minister sacked
Senegal's parliament speaker, El Malick Ndiaye, has resigned following the dismissal of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko,…
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Rubio says US will find 'another way' if Iran talks fail
Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the U.S. will either secure a favorable agreement with Iran or pursue…
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Ebola may have killed over 200 people in Congo as violence disrupts response
Ebola has reportedly killed over 200 people in the Democratic Republic of Congo amid ongoing violence that hampers…
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Energy infrastructure damaged in missile attack on Russia's Belgorod region, local authorities say
A missile and drone attack in Russia's Belgorod region resulted in one death and several injuries, damaging energy…
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‘He’s tiny! It’s blue!’: Scientists find new deep-sea octopus
Scientists have discovered a new species of deep-sea octopus near the Galapagos Islands. The octopus, named…
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Suspected Ebola cases top 900 in Congo: WHO chief
The World Health Organization has reported over 900 suspected cases of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The…
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Popes having their say on turning points in history
Pope Leo has published his first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, addressing the ethical challenges posed by…
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Pope to release major artificial intelligence manifesto
Pope Leo XIV is set to release a significant manifesto on artificial intelligence titled 'Magnifica Humanitas' on May…
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With ice cream and giant fans, haj pilgrims battle searing heat in Saudi Arabia
Haj pilgrims in Saudi Arabia are facing extreme heat, with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius. Many have opted…
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Inside the British lab hunting for dangers lurking in AI
The AI Security Institute in London is focused on identifying the potential risks associated with artificial…
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Vessels carrying Middle East oil, LNG exit Hormuz, head for Pakistan, China
Vessels carrying oil and liquefied natural gas are navigating out of the Strait of Hormuz towards Pakistan and China…
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Global tension, funding woes threaten peacekeeping missions: SIPRI
Geopolitical tensions and a funding crisis are threatening UN-led peacekeeping missions, according to a report by…
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Colombian presidential candidates wrap up campaigns with big rallies
Colombian presidential candidates concluded their campaigns with large rallies ahead of the May 31 vote. Ivan Cepeda…
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The art of the incomplete deal: Hard issues on Iran come later
The Trump administration has announced a temporary agreement with Iran that aims to extend a ceasefire and potentially…
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Trump says there’s no rush for Iran deal and US blockade stays, as criticism ramps up at home
President Trump stated there is no urgency for a deal with Iran, emphasizing that the US blockade will remain until a…
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Venezuelan inmates take to prison roof to protest shootings, abuse
Inmates at Barinas prison in Venezuela protested on the roof, demanding justice against alleged shootings and abuse by…
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These are 5 of the main issues to be resolved in an Iran-US peace deal
The United States and Iran are reportedly moving closer to a peace deal to end the ongoing conflict in the Middle…
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‘Potential crack’ in California chemical tank may prevent explosion, fire official says
Experts have identified a potential crack in a chemical tank in Southern California that may help relieve pressure and…
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While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, May 25, 2026
Recent developments include US President Donald Trump advising caution in negotiations with Iran, despite signs of…
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Ukraine says it hit oil pumping station in Russia's Vladimir region
Ukraine's SBU security service reported a drone strike on an oil pumping station in Russia's Vladimir region. The…
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A university project that became Finland’s crown jewel in pioneering space technology
ICEYE, a company formed from a university project in Finland, has revolutionized space technology with its small…
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Finland’s hunt for a new tech edge
Finland is striving to regain its competitive edge by focusing on deep tech and innovation, particularly in AI and 6G…
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Irish governing Fine Gael, opposition Social Democrats share by-election spoils
In recent by-elections in Ireland, the governing Fine Gael and the opposition Social Democrats each secured victories.…
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Tourists killed in South Africa’s Kruger National Park, police say
Two tourists were found dead in South Africa's Kruger National Park, marking a tragic first in the park's history. The…
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Forensic experts sift through ruined dormitory in Russian-held Luhansk region
Forensic experts are investigating the ruins of a dormitory in the Luhansk region, which was reportedly destroyed by a…
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Nigeria's Tinubu to run for second term after party primary win
Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu has announced his intention to run for a second term after a decisive victory in the…
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Possible deal on Iran divides US lawmakers largely along party lines
U.S. lawmakers are divided along party lines regarding a potential deal to end the Iran war. Republicans generally…
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Protesters in Spain condemn police handling of Gaza flotilla activists
Protesters in Bilbao, Spain, gathered to denounce the police's treatment of Gaza flotilla activists upon their return…
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Protesters march in Madrid over soaring housing costs
Thousands of protesters marched in Madrid on May 24 to demand action against rising rents and a housing shortage. The…
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Possible Iran-US deal to end the war: What we know
The United States and Iran are reportedly nearing a deal to end the ongoing war in the Middle East. US Secretary of…
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Netanyahu told Trump Israel will remain free to act against threats, Israeli source says
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu assured U.S. President Donald Trump that Israel will continue to act against…
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Montreal sex workers strike during Canada Grand Prix
Montreal sex workers staged a strike during the Canadian Formula 1 Grand Prix on May 23, advocating for improved…
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Benin's Wadagni takes office, vows better living standards, security
Romuald Wadagni has been inaugurated as the new president of Benin, succeeding Patrice Talon. He has pledged to…
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Dread and denial at heart of deadly DRC Ebola outbreak
The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing a severe Ebola outbreak, particularly in the town of Mongbwalu. With 322…
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Bahrain court jails nine for life for collaborating with Iran's Revolutionary Guards
A Bahraini court has sentenced nine individuals to life imprisonment for collaborating with Iran's Revolutionary Guard…
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Iran and US closing in on deal to end Middle East war
The United States and Iran are nearing a potential agreement to end the ongoing Middle East war, with a deal possibly…
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Trump talks up his ballroom plan dozens of times but plays down Americans' economic pain
President Trump has been promoting his ballroom project while downplaying the economic struggles faced by Americans…
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Israeli fire kills parents and their infant in Gaza, medics say
An Israeli airstrike in Gaza resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including a six-month-old infant. The attack…
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Turkey orders police to evict ousted opposition leadership from headquarters
Turkish authorities have ordered the police to evict the leadership of the Republican People's Party (CHP) from their…
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A dead billionaire, his bailed son and the Mango saga gripping Spain
Jonathan Andic, co-owner of the Mango fashion brand, was arrested in connection with his father's death during a hike.…
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Cyprus votes for new parliament with corruption and living costs in focus
Cypriots participated in a parliamentary election focused on corruption and living costs. The election is seen as a…
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