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At least 16 people killed in China shopping mall fire
Firefighters pull 75 people to safety as the investigation into the cause of the blaze is under way.
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At least 16 people killed in China shopping mall fire
Firefighters pull 75 people to safety as the investigation into the cause of the blaze is under way.
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One dead, nine rescued off Oman’s coast after oil tanker sinks
Nine people rescued from 16-strong crew of Indian and Sri Lankan nationals as search ongoing for others.
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One dead, nine rescued off Oman’s coast after oil tanker sinks
Nine people rescued from 16-strong crew of Indian and Sri Lankan nationals as search ongoing for others.
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Who are the protesters demanding an end to job quotas in Bangladesh?
Experts say lack of jobs for university graduates driving unrest in the South Asian country.
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Who are the protesters demanding an end to job quotas in Bangladesh?
Experts say lack of jobs for university graduates driving unrest in the South Asian country.
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Stegosaurus skeleton nicknamed Apex sells for record $44.6m
Sotheby’s sells fossil to anonymous American bidder, smashing prior auction record of $31.8m for tyrannosaurus rex Stan.
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Stegosaurus skeleton nicknamed Apex sells for record $44.6m
Sotheby’s sells fossil to anonymous American bidder, smashing prior auction record of $31.8m for tyrannosaurus rex Stan.
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US military shuts down problematic Gaza aid pier, shifts to Israeli port
After operating for fewer than 25 days, the US military's multimillion-dollar Gaza aid pier will be dismantled.
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US military shuts down problematic Gaza aid pier, shifts to Israeli port
After operating for fewer than 25 days, the US military's multimillion-dollar Gaza aid pier will be dismantled.
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Bangladesh job quota protesters call for nationwide shutdown
Rallies demanding an end to a quota system that reserves government jobs for specific groups have turned violent.
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Bangladesh job quota protesters call for nationwide shutdown
Rallies demanding an end to a quota system that reserves government jobs for specific groups have turned violent.
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Schumer, Pelosi ramp up pressure on Biden over 2024 election bid: Reports
Reports come as Congressman Adam Schiff became the most prominent Democrat to publicly urge Biden to step aside.
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JD Vance hails Trump, outlines populist vision as he accepts VP spot at RNC
Vice presidential candidate criticises Biden on support for free trade and overseas wars.
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China halts nuclear arms talks with US over Taiwan support
Beijing said US weapons sales to Taiwan has 'compromised atmosphere' for continued talks on nuclear non-proliferation.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 874
As the war enters its 874th day, these are the main developments.
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Why did Republican Donald Trump choose JD Vance as his vice president?
Experts say Vance will likely not persuade swing-state voters, but he will energise Trump's far-right base of support.
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Biden tests positive for COVID, cancels Las Vegas campaign event
White House says the US president has 'mild symptoms' and will self-isolate at his home in Delaware.
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Biden tests positive for COVID, cancels Las Vegas campaign event
White House says the US president has 'mild symptoms' and will self-isolate at his home in Delaware.
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Hong Kong journalist group head says fired by WSJ in press freedom row
Hong Kong journalists work in a narrowing space after drastic political changes were introduced in the last few years.
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