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Zohran Mamdani elected mayor of New York, challenges Trump
Zohran Mamdani has been elected mayor of New York City, becoming the first Muslim and South Asian to hold the post.
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Gaza toddler survives strike that killed his family during ceasefire
One-year-old is the sole survivor of an Israeli attack that killed his entire family during the Gaza ceasefire.
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NYC mayor-elect Mamdani won with “affordability†pledge
" In New York City, we have, in terms of the sheer volume of voters, the most since at least 1969."
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Dick Cheney and the sanitising of a war criminal
As US media try to whitewash his legacy in death, the world continues to grapple with the horrors he helped unleash.
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US election results 2025: Key takeaways from historic night across the US
Democrats victorious in New Jersey and Virginia governor elections, California Proposition 50 vote, and mayoral races.
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‘Nothing revolutionary’ about Russia’s nuclear-powered missile: Experts
Putin has touted cruise missile Burevestnik and torpedo Poseidon as game-changing weapons as the Ukraine war rages on.
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New York City just elected Zohran Mamdani. What now? | Start Here
State assemblyman goes from a political unknown to the next mayor of New York City.
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EU waters down climate target in last-ditch deal before COP30 in Brazil
Bloc agrees compromises to win over sceptical countries as climate concerns take backseat to trade and defence.
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Why is Pakistan making India a key figure in its dispute with the Taliban?
Pakistan's fears over closer India-Taliban ties are influencing its approach to peace talks with Kabul, analysts say.
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Cristiano Ronaldo plans to retire from football for family reasons
The Portuguese football superstar made the comments on a TV talk show in the United Kingdom.
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Bigger than Zohran
A young socialist's path to mayor of NYC exposed divisions within the Democrats and groups shaping US elections.
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Attack on funeral in war-torn Sudan’s Kordofan region kills 40, UN says
Reports of RSF attack on army-held el-Obeid emerge as paramilitary group on verge of launching an offensive on key city.
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Cargo plane crash sparks deadly fireball in Kentucky
Security camera video shows the moment a UPS cargo plane crashed on take-off in the US state of Kentucky.
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Gaza youth artist finds outlet for her trauma and grief from Israel’s war
Yara Youssef Abu Kweik, 16, is processing her emotions by painting scenes of suffering from her daily life.
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Fact check: Was listing candidates twice on NYC ballot a scam?
Elon Musk criticised New York’s election system, citing fusion voting, duplicate candidates and ID concerns.
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UN chief warns Gaza stabilisation force must have international legitimacy
Antonio Guterres tells Al Jazeera, ceasefire in Gaza remains 'fragile' as more aid is needed to 'eliminate famine'.
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Israeli army, settlers strike 2,350 times in West Bank last month: Report
‘Cycle of terror’ spikes as Higher Planning Council set to advance plans to build 1985 new settlement units.
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Pakistan welcomes Indian Sikh pilgrims in first crossing since May conflict
Sikh pilgrims cross from India into Pakistan to celebrate Guru Nanak's birthday, one of Sikhism's most sacred festivals.
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Longest US government shutdown leaves millions without food aid or pay
The US government shutdown has now lasted for 36 days, making it the longest on record.
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Government shutdown becomes longest in US history as impact felt nationwide
As the shutdown enters its 36th day, Democrats and Republicans remain unwavering over healthcare spending.
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