South Asia
US government must keep funding legal aid for migrant children, judge rules
The ruling temporarily stops 26,000 unaccompanied minors from losing their legal representation.
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In Kenya, girls are sold into marriage to stave off starvation from drought
Child marriage and sexual violence plague women and girls as climate change threatens the northern Marsabit region.
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Pakistan loses second match, ODI series to New Zealand at Hamilton
Pakistan's difficult tour of New Zealand continues, with Mitch Hay leading the home team to a series-clinching victory.
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Israel expands ground assault on Gaza, seeks to seize ‘extensive territory’
Dozens of Palestinian families trapped in Rafah issue distress call as UN says tens of thousands fled 'under gunfire'.
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Hollywood actor Val Kilmer, star of Top Gun and Batman Forever, dies at 65
The actor described himself in a documentary on his career as being 'blessed' and having 'no regrets'.
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US approves sale of 20 F-16 fighter jets worth $5.58bn to Philippines
Potential sale of US fighter jets comes as tensions mount between the Philippines and China over maritime disputes.
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UN calls Israeli statements on Gaza food supplies ‘ridiculous’
The UN dismissed Israel’s assertion that there was enough food in Gaza to last for a long period of time as “ridiculous”
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Exhaustion and despair as Gaza faces new waves of forced displacement
Families flee with few belongings as Gaza's shelters overflow, leaving many without tents or essential supplies.
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Nikola Jokic scores 61-point triple-double in Nuggets’ loss to Timberwolves
The All-Star centre became only the third player in NBA history to record a 60-point triple-double.
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Nintendo set to unveil Switch 2, follow-up to megahit game console
Japanese gaming giant expected to reveal release date, price and other key details in live presentation on Wednesday.
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Stephen Curry scores 52 as Warriors win against Grizzlies
The four-time NBA champion hit 12 three-pointers in the victory as Golden State leapfrogged Memphis in the standings.
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Where are the highest, lowest tariffs? Trump’s reciprocal tariffs explained
The US has some of the lowest tariffs in the world. Trump wants to reverse that with reciprocal tariffs on April 2.
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Trump gets mixed scorecard in first election tests in Florida and Wisconsin
Republicans lawmakers win special elections in Florida, while Democratic-backed judge prevails in Wisconsin.
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US judge rejects Trump team’s bid to move Mahmoud Khalil case to Louisiana
Ruling is seen as a win for Khalil but does not guarantee he will be moved out of the detention facility in Louisiana.
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US attacks kill 4 in Yemen as second aircraft carrier sent to Middle East
The Houthi Health Ministry says the latest US attack struck a water management building in the Hodeidah region.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,133
These are the key events on day 1,133 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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US Senator Cory Booker makes history with record speech aimed at Trump
Democrat holds US Senate floor for more than 25 hours, breaking Strom Thurmond's record for the longest speech.
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World, markets on edge as Trump prepares for ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs
Donald Trump's US tariffs will take effect immediately after he unveils them on Wednesday, according to the White House.
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Real Madrid reach Copa del Rey final after ET thriller against Sociedad
Sociedad take Real to extra time in Madrid but the hosts capitalise on advantage from first leg to reach cup final.
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Palestinians face hunger as Israeli blockade forces Gaza bakery closures
Parents in Gaza are struggling to feed their children as bakeries across the strip close down.
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