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Muslim pilgrims converge on Mount Arafat for holiest day of Hajj
The ritual at Mount Arafat is considered the peak of the annual Hajj pilgrimage.
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Muslim pilgrims converge on Mount Arafat for holiest day of Hajj
The ritual at Mount Arafat is considered the peak of the annual Hajj pilgrimage.
Categories: South Asia
Iran, Sweden exchange prisoners in Omani-mediated deal
Former Iranian official Hamid Nouri released in exchange for Swedish citizens Johan Floderus and Saeed Azizi.
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Iran, Sweden exchange prisoners in Omani-mediated deal
Former Iranian official Hamid Nouri released in exchange for Swedish citizens Johan Floderus and Saeed Azizi.
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In Canada, a pattern of police intimidation of journalists is emerging
The silence from politicians over my arrest highlights the lack of political will to stop intimidation of journalists.
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In Canada, a pattern of police intimidation of journalists is emerging
The silence from politicians over my arrest highlights the lack of political will to stop intimidation of journalists.
Categories: South Asia
How and why do flocks of birds collide with aeroplanes?
Thousands of planes are struck by birds in midair every year. How can we prevent it from happening?
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Israel’s targeting of Gaza schools ‘eroding foundation for societal growth’
More than 76 percent of schools in Gaza require 'full reconstruction or major rehabilitation' to be functional.
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Netanyahu’s hostage dilemma
The hostage issue is among the most troublesome ones for Netanyahu and the recent rescue doesn't change that.
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China Premier Li says Australia ties ‘back on track’ as he embarks on visit
During his four-day visit, Li Qiang is visiting Adelaide, the capital, Canberra, and mining state Western Australia.
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G7 leaders put on good show of unity, but look fragile at home
Group took strong lines on confronting Russia and China, but is its relevance in today's world on the wane?
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‘My crew are my brothers’: Inside Tunisia’s dance revolution
Breakdance 'battles' and a steep rise in the popularity of contemporary dance are fuelling a cultural renaissance.
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Honduras to build 20,000-inmate ‘megaprison’ as part of gang crackdown
President Xiomara Castro says new measures are in response to public complaints about rising violence.
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China seeks detention of foreigners in disputed South China Sea
Philippines files new legal submission before the UN, asserting its own entitlements while challenging Beijing's claim.
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Russia, China absent as world leaders meet for Ukraine peace conference
China's non-participation in Switzerland summit raises questions of point of event, which Russia dismissed as 'futile'.
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Working in ‘hellfire’: Gig workers bear the brunt of India’s heatwave
Delivery workers face physical and mental hardships while enduring India’s scorching summer.
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Euro 2024: Can Italy repeat as UEFA European football champions?
Championship holders Italy believe a great defence can win them back-to-back trophies at Euro 2024 in Germany.
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‘Absolute priority’: UN agencies must work unhindered in Gaza, G7 says
Israel must end occupation and its G7 allies must 'move from words to action. The time for talking is done,' Oxfam says.
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Team preview: Yamal, Rodri key to Spain championship charge at Euro 2024
Spain will unleash a young team at Euro 2024 with Barca teenager Lamine Yamal expected to have a breakout tournament.
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US Supreme Court rejects Trump-era federal ban on gun ‘bump stocks’
Supreme Court rules prohibition on device that increases the firing rate of semi-automatic weapons is unlawful.
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