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Why the Olympic surfing venue is 16,000km away from Paris
Teahupo’o, Polynesia, is home to 'the heaviest', 'most perfect' waves in the world. But what’s it got to do with Paris?
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ASEAN top diplomats discuss South China Sea disputes, Myanmar fighting
US Secretary of State Blinken, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang are seeking to expand their countries' influence in region.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 883
As the war enters its 883rd day, these are the main developments.
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Where are the world’s millionaires and how is wealth divided globally?
Almost half of the world’s wealth, or $213 trillion, is held by just 1.5 percent of the global adult population.
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How deep is the divide between Israel’s military and its government?
Both agreed on the need to attack Gaza, leaving 40,000 Palestinians dead, but is the difference just in the details?
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Kamala Harris shifts tone on Gaza, but advocates say US voters want more
Palestinian rights advocates demand action as the vice president and presidential candidate expresses sympathy for Gaza.
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Maduro’s greatest test? All you need to know about Venezuela’s election
Dire economic conditions and a galvanised opposition could spell the end of President Nicolas Maduro's time in power.
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Rains help firefighters battle blazes in Canada’s Jasper National Park
Town council of Jasper says about 32 percent of structures in the town had been destroyed in the wildfire.
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More than 180,000 displaced from Gaza’s Khan Younis in four days, UN says
'About 182,000 people' displaced from central and eastern Khan Younis from Monday - Thursday, UN OCHA says.
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Could China’s diplomatic initiatives on the Ukraine war succeed?
Bejing's diplomacy intensifies as the US and the West help Ukraine fight Russia's invasion.
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As Maduro faces Gonzalez in Venezuela, sanctions remain a key hurdle
US sanctions and years of mismanagement have crippled Venezuela's oil-based economy and poses challenges for new leader.
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Netanyahu meets Trump at Mar-a-Lago, capping trip marked by Gaza protests
Israeli PM seeks to mend ties with Republican presidential candidate after meetings with Biden, Harris.
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What to watch for at Paris 2024 Olympics: Reusable cups
In the spirit of the Olympics, it’s time for all of us to come together and ditch single-use plastic in favour of reuse.
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UK police officer under criminal investigation over airport incident
Police watchdog confirms officer is due to be interviewed after video shared online of suspect being kicked.
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Bangladesh minister on government’s response to deadly anti-quota protests
Bangladesh Information Minister Mohammad Arafat talks to Al Jazeera about deadly anti-quota protests and unrest.
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Is traditional marriage doomed for millennials and Gen Z?
We delve into the declining marriage rates, focusing on Asia, and analyse the contributing factors to this trend.
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South Africa police say 95 Libyans detained at suspected military camp
Police says Libyans entered country on study visas to train as security guards, but may have received military training.
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Should Israel be banned from the Olympics?
Pro-Palestine activists are calling for Israel to be banned from the Olympics.
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Sri Lanka presidential election set for September 21 amid ailing economy
President Wickremesinghe is first candidate to register at the Election Commission as he seeks mandate from voters.
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Obamas endorse VP Harris in US presidential election
US Vice President Kamala Harris has released video of her receiving an endorsement from Barack and Michelle Obama.
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