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Chinese F1 GP: Hamilton takes stunning first sprint pole in a Ferrari
Late charge at China GP sees Lewis Hamilton secure his first Formula One sprint pole since joining Ferrari.
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Tunisia’s president sacks third prime minister in less than two years
Kamel Maddouri's dismissal comes amid economic and political crises under President Kais Saied, who rules by decree.
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Kenya’s handshake politics: Elite self-preservation disguised as compromise
The recent MoU between William Ruto's and Raila Odinga's parties is part of an honoured Kenyan tradition.
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Sudanese army retakes presidential palace
Sudan’s army has retaken the presidential palace in the capital Khartoum, nearly two years after it was seized.
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Fire causes day-long shutdown of UK’s Heathrow Airport
London’s Heathrow Airport has been closed due to a nearby fire that caused a major power cut.
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Beijing slams request by US lawmaker for information on Chinese students
US congressional panel asks six universities to share data on students enrolled in science and technology programmes.
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Europe working on plan to replace US in NATO in five to 10 years: Report
NATO members seek to avoid possible chaos should the US declare its withdrawal from the transatlantic military bloc.
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Does Trump want Ukraine’s nuclear power plants, what has Kyiv said?
The US president leading ceasefire negotiations between Ukraine and Russia has put a new offer on the table.
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Israel’s cabinet approves sacking of Shin Bet chief amid protests
Ronen Bar will end his term on April 10 or as soon as his replacement is appointed, Prime Minister's Office says.
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South Africa’s Antarctica base hit by assault claims: What happened?
A base staff member allegedly attacked the expedition leader over a schedule change, officials said.
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US approves first sale of laser-guided precision rockets to Saudi Arabia
The Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System is a cost-effective choice for shooting down low-cost small armed drones.
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North Korea tests anti-aircraft weapons as Russia’s security chief arrives
The latest launch appears to be 'the testing of weapons for export to Russia to be used in Ukraine', expert says.
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Despite rising prices, Pakistan’s love for sugar remains unshaken
With overall inflation down and prices of other commodities stable, consumers are willing to pay more for sugar.
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Indonesian volcano sends ash cloud 8km high, some flights cancelled
The eruption disrupted several flights and raised emergency warnings to their highest level for locals and tourists.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,121
These are the key developments on day 1,121 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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Second night of protests in Turkiye after Istanbul mayor detained
Predawn arrest of Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu sets off protests in several cities and likely to continue into the weekend.
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London’s Heathrow airport shuts after fire causes power outage
London airport says it will close until midnight on Friday for the safety of passengers and workers.
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Trump orders increased minerals production, says Ukraine deal coming soon
US president invokes wartime powers to boost production of rare earths and other critical minerals.
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Donald Trump signs executive order to ‘eliminate’ Department of Education
The executive order begins the process of dismantling the department, a process which requires congressional approval.
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Georgetown researcher arrest escalates Trump speech crackdown, scholars say
Georgetown fellow Badar Khan Suri, an Indian citizen, was targeted over his personal views on Palestine, supporters say.
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