South Asia
Death toll in Karachi mall fire rises to at least 14 in Pakistan
More than 50 people remain missing, with a police investigation under way to determine the cause of the fire.
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Narrative war: Who killed thousands during Iran’s nationwide protests?
Iran accuses US and Israel of provoking unrest, opposition claims state forces responsible for majority of deaths.
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Chile declares ‘state of catastrophe’ as wildfires kill at least 18
The wildfires force 50,000 people to flee, as President Gabriel Boric declares emergency.
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Spain train crash live: At least 39 killed in high-speed collision
Dozens of people wounded in the crash in Cordoba province.
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Syrians celebrate ceasefire deal between government and SDF
Celebrations erupted in Syria after a ceasefire between the government and the Kurdish-led SDF halted deadly fighting.
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Syria’s President al-Sharaa to meet SDF leader Abdi after ceasefire deal
Talks follow a truce that ended days of fighting and brought Syrian Democratic Forces under state control.
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Video: Celebrations in Senegal after controversial AFCON final win
Senegalese fans have been celebrating their team’s controversial 1-0 extra-time victory in the AFCON final victory.
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Aftermath of deadly train collision in southern Spain
Video shows the aftermath of a fatal rail accident in southern Spain, where a high-speed train derailed.
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From Uganda to Cameroon, how Africa’s ‘leaders for life’ stay in power
Yoweri Museveni, Paul Biya, and other leaders use tactics including elections to cement their long rule, experts say.
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Clashes in Colombia between rival rebel groups kill 27 people
The two groups have been fighting for control of the Guaviare region of the Amazon.
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Senegal stun hosts Morocco to win AFCON title
Senegal edge chaotic AFCON final as Gueye punishes penalty miss by Diaz to beat hosts Morocco 1-0 in extra time.
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Syria live: Government forces take control after heavy fighting with SDF
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa plans to meet SDF chief Mazloum Abdi in Damascus on Monday.
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Billionaires have more money and political power than ever, Oxfam says
Charity says superrich 4,000 times more likely to hold political power than others and own all social media companies.
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Guatemala’s president declares 30-day state of emergency after prison riots
President Bernardo Arevalo issues the order after at least seven police officers killed in riots and hostage-taking.
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DOJ says won’t investigate ICE agent’s fatal shooting of Renee Good
US Justice Department says no to probing the ICE agent, despite public outrage over Renee Good's shooting in Minnesota.
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European leaders slam Trump’s tariff threats over Greenland
European countries targeted by Trump's latest tariffs say they are united on 'upholding our sovereignty'.
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China says GDP grew 5% in 2025, among weakest expansions in decades
The world's second-largest economy slowed to 4.5 percent growth in the final quarter, data shows.
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US Pentagon orders troops to prepare for potential Minnesota deployment
Arctic specialist troops would join 3,000 federal immigration agents patrolling Minneapolis and St Paul amid protests.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,425
These are the key developments from day 1,425 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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‘Night of deep pain’: Train crash in southern Spain leaves 39 dead
Emergency response teams deploy to assist victims following the high-speed train collision in southern Spain.
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