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No privacy, constant struggles for women in Gaza’s crowded tent camps
With much of Gaza levelled by Israel, Palestinian women try to preserve their modesty and dignity in displacement camps.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,040
Here are the key developments on the 1,040th day of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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Three foreigners die in Bangkok hotel fire, authorities say
Fire broke out on fifth floor of hotel near popular Khao San Road, fire department says.
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Video: US President Joe Biden pays tribute to Jimmy Carter
Joe Biden remembered former US President Jimmy Carter, who has died aged 100.
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Jimmy Carter: The father of Arab-Israeli normalisation
With the Camp David Accords, the late US president set in motion the gradual Arab abandonment of the Palestinian cause.
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Croatia’s Milanovic to face rival in election run-off next month
Incumbent president narrowly missed an outright win, securing 49.1% of the vote, while rival Primorac garnered 19.35%.
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At least 71 people killed in Ethiopia road accident
A truck packed with passengers plunged into a river in Sidama state, regional authorities said.
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Video: Five things Jimmy Carter will be remembered for
Jimmy Carter was a one-term US president but many of his achievements came after he left office.
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Why Nepal’s Gurkha fighters want to join India’s army again
Change of rules in Indian Army hiring scheme has affected young men in Nepal who are training to join armies worldwide.
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South Korea’s worst-ever plane crash highlights dangers of bird strikes
Bird strikes are a common hazard for commercial flights but only rarely cause serious accidents, experts say.
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South Korea authorities seek arrest of Yoon over martial law declaration
Joint investigation unit requests arrest warrant for suspended president over brief imposition of martial law.
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Why are US Republicans debating the future of H-1B high-skill work visas?
Visa dispute highlights divide between Trump supporters like tech tycoon Elon Musk and immigration hardliners.
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Jimmy Carter: Nobel-winning humanitarian and ex-US president dies aged 100
Carter served just one-term in the White House, but became one of the most active former presidents in US history.
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Tributes pour in after US President Jimmy Carter dies at 100
Oldest living president served only one term but has been hailed for his post-White House philanthropy and advocacy.
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Why are relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan so tense?
Afghanistan hits several targets in Pakistan in retaliation for air strikes last week.
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Incumbent Milanovic to win Croatia’s presidential election: Early results
Opposition Social Democrats' candidate on track to win second term in office, according to preliminary results.
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Syria’s de facto leader says holding elections could take up to four years
It's the first time Ahmed al-Sharaa has commented on an electoral timeline since ousting longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad.
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Who is Hussam Abu Safia, director of key Gaza hospital detained by Israel?
Head of one of northern Gaza's last partially functioning hospitals arrested as Israeli military raids the facility.
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South Africa beat Pakistan in tense finish to enter Test championship final
South Africa seal their place in World Test Championship final with a two-wicket win.
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Beyond the US election: Seven stories that shaped the Americas in 2024
The region has faced economic crises, a disputed vote in Venezuela, gangs in Haiti and cartel violence in Mexico.
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