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Musk gets Trump government ‘efficiency’ role
Here’s what we know about the job Elon Musk has just been given, leading an effort to slash US government.
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Video: Lebanon’s national carrier provides only flights out of war zone
Providing the only way to fly out of Lebanon, Middle East Airlines has been operating every day despite Israeli attacks.
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Car ramming attack in China kills dozens
At least 35 people have been killed and dozens injured in a car ramming attack in China.
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US reiterates support for Ukraine amid uncertainty over Trump stance
Russia rains missiles on Kyiv as Blinken pledges Biden government will do what it can for Ukraine before leaving office.
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Who are Trump’s picks for his cabinet and administration?
Trump must appoint about 4,000 officials, including the heads of the 15 executive departments that make up the cabinet.
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Deadly Israeli strike shatters sense of ‘safety’ in remote north Lebanon
The villagers of Ain Yaaqoub spent days identifying charred remains. They fear Israel was targeting displaced people.
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Biden dismisses journalist’s question on reaching deal for Gaza captives
As US president's term ends, repeated attempts to secure a ceasefire and end Israel's war have not yielded results.
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Israel’s UNRWA ban is another declaration of genocidal intent
Israel is attacking UNRWA because the UN agency helps Palestinians live.
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Biden deflects from journalist’s Gaza deal question
US President Joe Biden asked a reporter if she can be “hit in the head”, in response to a Gaza deal question.
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Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby resigns in abuse fallout: All to know
Welby is accused of not taking sufficient action to stop one of the Church of England's most prolific serial abusers.
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What do we know about the North Korean troops joining Russia’s war?
Soldiers from the isolated communist state have no experience in modern warfare and a lot to learn on the battlefield.
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Somaliland goes to the polls amid Ethiopia-Somalia port deal row
Small Somaliland is positioned in the middle of a regional spat that some experts fear could escalate further.
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Palau president hits out at China as re-election confirmed
Pro-US President Surangel Whipps Jr, whose nation recognises Taiwan, joins complaints over Beijing's maritime claims.
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Somaliland eyes recognition as it goes to polls
Voting begins in Somaliland amid regional tensions and hopes for international recognition after 30 years of self-rule.
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UN condemns ‘acts reminiscent of gravest international crimes’ in Gaza
The UN’s aid chief said that the world is "witnessing acts reminiscent of the gravest international crimes" in Gaza.
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UN calls for end of weapons supplies to Sudan’s warring parties
UN political chief doesn't name countries providing weapons to army and paramilitary forces, says it's 'unconscionable'.
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Airlines cancel Bali flights after volcano spews ash miles into the sky
Australia's Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin Australia halt flights following eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki.
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Pakistan vs Australia T20 series: Match times, squads, head-to-head, news
Pakistan will look to emulate their ODI form when they play Australia in a three-match T20 series, starting in Brisbane.
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Why New Zealand’s PM has apologised to 200,000 abused in state care
The indigenous Maori population, who make up a majority of the survivors of state care, are unhappy with PM's apology.
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Trump signals hard line on China with hawkish cabinet picks
US president-elect's picks for top roles in incoming administration lean heavily on China hawks.
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