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Search for hundreds missing after deadly landslides in Ethiopia
The UN said more than 250 people were killed in twin landslides in a remote, mountainous area of southern Ethiopia.
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Thousands in Vietnam mourn at funeral of Communist Party chief Trong
The 80-year-old leader's death sets the stage for a leadership race during the National Party Congress in 2026.
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Gang killed 26 villagers in northern Papua New Guinea: Police
Tribal violence escalating with influx of mercenaries and automatic weapons into the strained island nation.
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Why have Brazilian sharks tested positive for cocaine?
Study finds rise in numbers of people using the drug is causing large quantities to leak into the sea.
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Barack Obama endorses Kamala Harris for US president
Nod from former US president and first lady Michelle Obama means Harris has won backing of all key Democrats.
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French rail hit by ‘massive attack’ as Olympics begin
France’s high-speed rail network has been hit by a series of arson attacks.
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A year after Niger’s coup, split political loyalties test family ties
While many Nigeriens have welcomed the military rulers, others question their rhetoric and approach towards governance.
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Premier of Canada’s Alberta gets tearful during wildfire news update
The premier of Alberta in Canada fought back tears on Thursday while giving an update on a raging wildfire in Jasper.
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French rail network hit by ‘malicious acts’ ahead of Paris Olympics
French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal calls attacks 'acts of sabotage', says they were 'prepared and coordinated'.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 882
As the war enters its 882nd day, these are the main developments.
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Venezuela presidential candidates hold final rallies ahead of election
The incumbent President Nicolas Maduro and main contender Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia have wrapped up their campaigns.
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Why BJP’s election upset failed to halt the persecution of Muslims in India
Authorities in BJP-governed states responded to the electoral setback by inventing novel methods to attack Muslims.
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Harris says she won’t be ‘silent’ on Gaza after Netanyahu meeting
Vice President Kamala Harris insisted she would not be ‘silent’ on the suffering in Gaza.
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Which countries have been banned from participating in the Olympics?
Thirteen countries have been banned from the Olympics in the past. Which are they, and why were they barred?
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How Bangladesh rickshaw pullers saved lives amid quota protest clashes
Risking bullets, they stepped out of their homes to save their livelihoods. They ended up saving lives too.
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Mexican drug lord ‘El Mayo’ Zambada and son of ‘El Chapo’ arrested in Texas
In a major blow to the Sinaloa cartel, Ismael Zambada Garcia and Joaquin Guzman were detained after landing in El Paso.
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Journalists at Australian newspapers go on strike on eve of Olympics
Editorial staff vote to walk off the job after rejecting annual pay increase of between 3 and 4 percent.
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Harris says she won’t be ‘silent’ on Gaza suffering after Netanyahu meeting
De facto presidential nominee draws attention to Palestinians' plight as she walks fine line on divisive conflict.
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Bangladesh minister defends gov’t response to protests amid calls for probe
Mohammad Arafat tells Al Jazeera authorities tried to 'de-escalate' tensions as UN officials urge probe into crackdown.
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What issues do Trump and Harris want to fight the election on?
US presidential candidates attack each other in first major speeches since Biden dropped out of race.
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