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Five key takeaways from US Republican presidential debate in Iowa
Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis trade barbs over Ukraine, Israel support as frontrunner Donald Trump holds muted town hall.
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Papua New Guinea declares state of emergency after 15 killed in riots
PM announces 14-day state of emergency in the capital, Port Moresby, suspends police chief and top bureaucrats.
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Taiwan’s Gen Z voters want something new in Saturday’s election
Once political outsiders, Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party is now seen as 'establishment' by younger voters.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 687
As the war enters its 687th day, these are the main developments.
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UN Security Council demands Houthis stop Red Sea shipping attacks
Resolution backed by 11 members also calls for the immediate release of the seized Galaxy Leader's multinational crew.
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‘Still no endgame’ as Blinken concludes latest Middle East tour: Analysts
Critics question whether Blinken's trip is an exercise in 'face-saving' as US faces criticism over stance in Gaza war.
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South Africa takes Israel to the ICJ claiming genocide in Gaza
South Africa is taking Israel to the International Court of Justice accusing it of crimes of genocide in Gaza
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Israeli strike on residence kills and wounds dozens
Video shows the moments after an Israeli strike destroyed a residential building in central Gaza.
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Ecuador president declares ‘war’ with criminal gangs amid soaring violence
City streets deserted after gangs take prison staff hostage, set off explosions, briefly seize TV station live on air.
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Is Israel committing genocide in Gaza?
South Africa launches a legal battle against Israel at the top court of the United Nations.
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US top diplomat Blinken meets Abbas, discusses Palestinian statehood
US secretary of state travelled to the occupied West Bank during his fourth trip to the region since Gaza war began.
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WHO facing ‘near insurmountable challenges’ in Gaza aid delivery
The UN says it remains 'ready' to deliver aid to Gaza, calls on Israel to approve access requests.
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‘Threatened with rape’: Lama Khater recalls horrors while in Israeli jails
The 47-year-old writer says verbal, physical abuse prominent against prisoners in Israeli jails following October 7.
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Some companies want to bet on US elections. Not everyone agrees.
Critics are concerned platforms like Kalshi's plans to offer bets on upcoming elections could sway the outcome.
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AFC Asian Cup 2023: Full match schedule
The complete list of fixtures for the AFC Asian Cup 2023 in Qatar, with the stadiums and kick off times.
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Morocco to lead UN Human Rights Council despite South Africa’s disapproval
Secret vote held after 13 African members could not agree on a candidate, as some criticise Rabat's rights record.
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Pakistan court restores ex-PM Imran Khan’s cricket bat election symbol
The order, less than a month before the election, could be challenged in Pakistan's Supreme Court.
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Terrified people flee Israeli attacks at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital
On top of approaching tanks and bombings, quadcopters have been shooting at helpless displaced civilians on the ground.
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Al-Shabab captures UN helicopter in central Somalia
Several passengers reportedly taken after helicopter lands in territory controlled by the armed group.
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Former Nepal cricket captain Lamichhane sentenced for eight years for rape
Sandeep Lamichhane, convicted of raping a woman in a Kathmandu hotel in 2022, will fight the ruling in a higher court.
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