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Pope Leo decries 'dizzying' profits earned by companies that pollute
Pope Leo criticized companies for prioritizing profits over environmental health during his visit to Acerra, Italy. He…
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Screen-shunning parents turn to audio toys
Parents are increasingly turning to audio toys to limit their children's screen time. Devices like the Yoto player and…
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The risks of Iran’s threat to control the Strait of Hormuz
Iran is attempting to assert control over the Strait of Hormuz by proposing a fee for passage, which conflicts with…
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Last Australians have left Syria camp holding suspected extremist relatives, says official
The last Australians held in a Syrian camp for relatives of suspected extremists have departed for home. A total of 21…
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Turkish police detain 13 in probe of opposition congress that chose ousted leader
Turkish police have detained 13 individuals as part of an investigation into the opposition Republican People's…
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Death toll in student dorm strike rises to 10, Russian-installed official says
The death toll from a drone strike on a student dormitory in the Luhansk region has risen to 10, according to a…
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Their mobile phones were stolen in London. Then the threats started
A man in London had his phone stolen, leading to a series of threatening messages sent to his mother. The messages…
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Ukraine's Zelenskiy says proposal of associate EU membership 'unfair'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy criticized a German proposal for Ukraine to receive 'associate' EU membership,…
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Once Trump’s co-pilot against Iran, Netanyahu is now a mere passenger
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel has found himself sidelined in US-Iran negotiations, a stark contrast to…
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Drone games put Ukraine's best military pilots to the test
Ukraine recently hosted a competition for its top military drone pilots, showcasing advancements in drone technology.…
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On Russia’s doorstep, Norway goes ‘total defence’ mode
Norway has entered a state of 'total defence' in response to the heightened threat from Russia amid the ongoing…
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Iran weighs peace proposal, accuses US of ‘excessive demands’
Iran is currently evaluating a peace proposal while accusing the United States of making excessive demands. The…
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Pope visits Italy’s ‘Land of Fires’
Pope Leo XIV is set to visit Acerra, Italy, known as the 'Land of Fires', on May 23. This area has suffered from…
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Three months in, is Trump losing the Iran war?
Three months into the conflict with Iran, President Trump faces significant challenges despite initial military…
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As Trump weighs return to conflict in Iran, here’s what could be targeted next
US President Donald Trump is considering a return to military action against Iran amid stalled negotiations over its…
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UN nuclear non-proliferation talks fail
The UN nuclear non-proliferation talks concluded without reaching an agreement after four weeks of negotiations. The…
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US extends travel ban to permanent residents who’ve visited Ebola-hit countries
The US has extended its travel ban to lawful permanent residents who have recently visited Ebola-hit countries. This…
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Congo World Cup squad must isolate before entry into the US: Official
The Democratic Republic of Congo's national football team must isolate for 21 days before entering the United States…
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Thousands evacuated in Southern California due to failing chemical tank
Thousands of residents in Garden Grove, California, were evacuated due to a failing chemical tank that posed a risk of…
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Jury clears Boeing in 737 MAX fraud lawsuit
A jury has found Boeing not guilty of fraud in a lawsuit brought by LOT Polish Airlines regarding the 737 MAX jets.…
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White House approves US$9 billion for spy agencies to catch up on AI
The White House has approved a US$9 billion funding request for spy agencies to enhance their capabilities in…
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One dead, 36 injured in explosion at New York dry dock
An explosion at a Staten Island dry dock resulted in one fatality and 36 injuries on May 22. The incident occurred…
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Who killed Trump’s AI order? Musk says it wasn’t him
The planned executive order on AI by President Trump was unexpectedly scrapped due to last-minute objections from his…
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One dead, 36 injured in explosion at New York dry dock
An explosion at a dry dock in Staten Island, New York, resulted in one death and 36 injuries. The incident occurred…
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SpaceX’s upgraded Starship V3 completes debut test flight from Texas
SpaceX successfully completed the debut test flight of its upgraded Starship V3 on May 22, 2026. This milestone is…
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World Bank document shows 27 countries seeking to ensure access to crisis funds
A World Bank document reveals that 27 countries are seeking access to crisis funding in response to the ongoing Iran…
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Falling drone debris triggers fire at oil terminal in Russia's Novorossiysk
Falling drone debris caused a fire at an oil terminal in Novorossiysk, Russia, injuring one person. Emergency services…
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Senegal president sacks PM Sonko, dissolves government amid rising tensions
Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has dismissed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved the government amid…
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Bolivia to open 'humanitarian corridors' on Saturday to move supplies through blockades
Bolivia will implement 'humanitarian corridors' on Saturday to facilitate the movement of supplies through ongoing…
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Audit finds over 70% increase in federal immigration arrests in NYC under Trump
An audit reveals that New York City has seen a more than 70% increase in federal immigration arrests since Donald…
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While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, May 23, 2026
Tulsi Gabbard announced her resignation as the director of national intelligence to care for her husband, who has been…
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Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil to appeal to US Supreme Court to avoid re-arrest
Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil plans to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court after a federal appeals court upheld…
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Democrats demand Rubio explain visa for wanted former Polish official
Democrats are pressing Secretary of State Marco Rubio for clarification regarding a visa granted to a former Polish…
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US tells foreigners seeking green cards: Return to your countries to apply
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services has announced that foreigners seeking green cards must apply from their…
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Pakistan military chief arrives in Tehran, in push to end Iran war
Pakistan's army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, visited Tehran to mediate in the ongoing US-Iran war. Despite the…
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Lula leads Flavio Bolsonaro in Brazil election poll after Banco Master scandal
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is leading opposition Senator Flavio Bolsonaro in the presidential…
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Trump says he will not attend son Donald Trump Jr’s wedding
US President Donald Trump announced he will not attend his son Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding due to government…
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Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump’s top US intelligence official
Tulsi Gabbard has announced her resignation as Director of National Intelligence, effective June 30, due to her…
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Gabbard resigns as Trump's top US intelligence official
Tulsi Gabbard has announced her resignation as Director of National Intelligence, effective June 30, 2026. She cited…
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Denmark's centre-right coalition talks break down, prolonging political deadlock
Denmark's centre-right coalition talks have collapsed, extending the political deadlock following the recent election.…
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Zelenskiy says he expects US proposals on new formats for peace talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called for renewed diplomatic efforts to end the war with Russia,…
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Freed Gaza flotilla activists allege Israeli abuse including rape
Activists released from Israeli custody after attempting to deliver aid to Gaza have alleged severe abuse, including…
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Le Pen says France should quit NATO command structure
Marine Le Pen has announced her intention to withdraw France from NATO's integrated military command if she is elected…
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Slovenia approves Jansa as PM-designate, paving way for reforms
Slovenia's parliament has approved Janez Jansa as prime minister-designate, allowing for the formation of a new…
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Third Qatari LNG tanker heads through Hormuz to China, data shows
A third Qatari liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker is currently transiting the Strait of Hormuz en route to China. This…
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Israeli strikes kill six Lebanese medics in 24 hours, health ministry says
Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon have resulted in the deaths of six medics within a 24-hour period, according to…
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Switzerland widens sanctions against Russia, Belarus in line with EU measures
Switzerland has expanded its sanctions against Russia and Belarus to align with recent EU measures related to the…
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France readies UN resolution on Hormuz as vote on US text stalls
France is preparing a U.N. Security Council resolution aimed at establishing an international mission to ensure safe…
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UK defence show RIAT cancelled because of Iran war
The Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) has been cancelled due to military operations related to the Iran war. The…
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UK runs NATO war drill from disused London Tube stop
The UK conducted a NATO war drill at a disused London Tube station, Charing Cross, involving personnel from multiple…
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