South Asia
‘Nothing definitive’ reached about Iran during Netanyahu’s visit with Trump
US president says he 'insisted' that negotiations with Iran will continue and that 'progress' was being made on Gaza.
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Bangladesh election 2026 live news: Polls to open amid heavy security
The vote is a direct contest between frontrunner Tarique Rahman's BNP and a Jamaat-e-Islami-led coalition of 11 parties.
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Italy advances migration bill, including naval blockades
Measures would let authorities impose a 30-day blockade on sea arrivals if there is a 'serious threat to public order".
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US FDA declines Moderna flu vaccine review amid vaccine guidance rollback
CEO Stephane Bancel said the letter refusing review did not cite 'any safety or efficacy concerns'.
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Will Thursday’s elections be a watershed moment for Bangladesh?
Millions of people are expected to cast ballots in the first polls since prime minister Sheikh Hasina was removed.
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Struggling to get by: Behind the US underemployment crisis
Trump's tariffs, heightened healthcare and housing costs, and a stagnating jobs market leaves more workers struggling.
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Beyond pressure: What is the Trump administration’s endgame in Cuba?
As US actions fuel a humanitarian crisis in Cuba, is US President Trump seeking a deal, or to topple the government?
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CBO: US Federal deficits and debt to worsen over next decade
'One Big Beautiful Bill Act', higher tariffs and immigration crackdown are factored into the report.
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9 killed in one of Canada’s worst mass shootings
Nine people have been killed in a mass shooting at a high school in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, Canada.
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US lawmakers slam Pam Bondi over administration’s handling of Epstein files
US attorney general was hammered over heavy redactions to Epstein-related documents, prosecution of political rivals.
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Thousands celebrate 47th anniversary of Iran’s Islamic Revolution
Rallies across Iran marked the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, with many showing support for the government.
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T20 World Cup: West Indies beat England by 30 runs to lead Group C
Rutherford's 76 and spinners' control help the two-time champions beat the 2022 winners at the Wankhede Stadium.
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Libya issues rare oil exploration licences to foreign firms
Winning bidders include Chevron, Eni, QatarEnergy and Aiteo.
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Bangladesh’s election tests the power of Gen Z
Bangladesh’s first post-uprising election tests whether a new generation can truly reshape power.
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US reopens airspace over El Paso after claim of cartel drone infiltration
The Trump administration's swift reversal has provoked questions about the legitimacy of the foreign drone claims.
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Kenyan court charges cult leader Paul Mackenzie over 52 more deaths
Mackenzie has been charged with organised criminal activity, radicalisation, and facilitating 'terrorism'.
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Congresswoman presses Pam Bondi to apologise to Epstein victims
US Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal pressed Attorney General Pam Bondi to apologise to Jeffrey Epstein victims.
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Russia says it will stick to limits of expired nuclear treaty if US does
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov did not say why he believed the US would respect the limits set out in New START.
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India vs Namibia – ICC T20 World Cup: Match time, teams, how to stream
World champions India will likely be without Abhishek Sharma as they face Namibia in New Delhi on Thursday.
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Iran says missile programme non-negotiable as Tehran, Washington eye talks
Eyeing second round of US talks, Iranian officials say willing to talk nuclear, but draw red line on ballistic missiles.
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