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Remembering Shamshad Abdullaev, the world-class Uzbek poet too few knew
Dedicated to his art form, Abdullaev was embraced by unorthodox artists in ex-Soviet republics.
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At least four killed in ambush on military vehicle in India’s Kashmir
Security forces deploy drones, helicopters to scan nearby forest to hunt the suspects following the attack in Gulmarg.
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Why are some Taiwanese afraid of giving legislators more power?
Critics say changes to government oversight laws could pose a national security risk; supporters of reform disagree.
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Bruce Springsteen, Samuel L Jackson, Spike Lee, rally for Harris
Musician Bruce Springsteen condemned Donald Trump as “an American tyrant” at an election rally for Kamala Harris.
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Can China’s Xi and India’s Modi reset rocky ties after border detente?
The two sides have revealed little about their deal. But there's plenty at stake, from investments to TikTok.
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From Catholic saints to Persian rulers: How are hurricanes named?
Why do we give names to storms that can wreak terrible destruction, and how are names selected?
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Britain argues over assisted dying: What to know about the emotive debate
The legislation would allow terminally ill patients with six months or less to live to end their lives.
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Flood risk as Cyclone Dana hits India, uprooting power lines and trees
No casualties reported after thousands evacuated; authorities warn of strong winds and torrential rains.
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US election: 11 days left – What polls say, what Harris and Trump are up to
Trump hits Arizona and Nevada, while Harris concentrates on Georgia, where she is joined by Bruce Springsteen.
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Three journalists killed in Israeli attack in southern Lebanon
The Israeli military did not issue a warning prior to the attack, which is believed to have targeted the journalists.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 973
As the war enters its 973rd day, these are the main developments.
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South Korea condemns Russia’s move to seal defence pact with North Korea
Seoul 'strongly urges' immediate withdrawal of North Korean troops from Russia.
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Bullying and harassment complaints surge in UK’s financial sector
Reports of non-financial misconduct rose 72 percent between 2021 and 2023, according to survey by financial regulator.
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Prosecutor seeks new sentence for Menendez brothers who murdered parents
Authorities recommend brothers' life sentence be revoked after new evidence of sexual assault emerges.
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US fast-food chains pull onions from menus after McDonald’s E coli outbreak
At least 49 people have fallen ill in 10 US states due to contaminated food, according to health authorities.
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Biden to apologise for Indigenous boarding school policy in US
Other countries including Canada and Australia have said sorry for previous policies of forced assimilation.
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Hurricane Helene damage estimated at $53bn, as US relief bill passes
North Carolina lawmakers have passed almost $900m in disaster relief, but that's still way short of likely cost.
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Trump vows to oust special counsel, as he, Harris race through swing states
Trump will rally Thursday evening in Arizona and Nevada; Harris to appear with Obama, Springsteen in Georgia.
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Why is Israel targeting Al Jazeera correspondents in Gaza?
Israel accuses six Al Jazeera journalists of being members of Palestinian armed groups.
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Al Jazeera locates young girl in Gaza seen carrying injured sister
Qamar and Sumaya Subuh were selling biscuits to earn an income for their family in Gaza when Sumaya was hit by a car.
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