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Bitcoin nears $90,000 as investors eye crypto-friendly Trump administration
The world's most popular cryptocurrency has gained more than 30 percent since the US presidential election.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 991
As the war enters its 991st day, these are the main developments.
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US military says strikes in Syria targeted ‘Iranian backed groups’
US Central Command said nine targets were hit at two locations in Syria in response to an attack on US forces.
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New Zealand’s Luxon apologises to victims of abuse in state and church care
New Zealand prime minister says government must take responsibility for 'horrific' abuse of some 200,000 people in care.
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In Australia’s outback, youth crime stymies efforts to get tourism on track
Tourism operators in the remote Northern Territory say focus on youth crime is scaring away visitors.
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Trump 2.0: Who has US president-elect picked for his new administration?
Donald Trump is naming advisers and political allies to key roles in his incoming administration. Here's what to know.
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Elon Musk sticking close to Trump, influencing US transition: Reports
The Tesla CEO, Trump's most influential campaign backer, has turned into a key power broker in presidential transition.
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Trial over rape and murder of doctor in India begins
The trial over the brutal rape and murder of a junior doctor in India has begun.
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At least 40 killed in Gaza as Israeli drone attacks ‘safe zone’ café
Kamal Adwan Hospital in north Gaza calls on international organisations to protect the facility from Israeli attacks.
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ICC seeks external probe into misconduct claims against chief prosecutor
Karim Khan denies allegations of sexual misconduct and says he will continue his duties.
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Haiti swears in new PM as gunfire at airport hits flight from US
Haiti's main international airport closes after bullets hit Spirit flight, hours before new prime minister takes office.
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Climate action will continue despite Trump’s return, US envoy tells COP29
John Podesta seeks to reassure, countries agree carbon market rules, and Taliban in attendance on first day of summit.
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Far-right Israeli minister orders preparations for West Bank annexation
Israel's Finance Minister Smotrich hopes US President-elect Trump will support plan to annex occupied West Bank in 2025.
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Hundreds hospitalised in Pakistan as smog reaches record levels
Hundreds of people have been hospitalised following days of record-breaking smog in the Pakistani city of Lahore.
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Wildfires spread in New York, New Jersey, prompting health advisories
The blaze kills one parks employee and prompts air quality alerts. Meanwhile California wildfire semi-contained.
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Israel’s Smotrich orders prep work for annexation of occupied West Bank
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says he has ordered preparations for the annexation of the occupied West Bank.
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COP29 opens for talks on climate funding
The United Nations climate summit has kicked off in Azerbaijan.
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Will COP29 yield a viable agreement on climate change?
Delegates gather in Azerbaijan for UN climate conference.
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US House results: What to expect as Republicans eye control of Congress
Republicans inch towards winning the House after securing Senate majority in boost to Trump's legislative agenda.
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Zelenskyy says Ukraine up against 50,000-strong force in Russia’s Kursk
Ukraine launched a surprise incursion into the Russian border region in August.
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