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Ukrainian sumo wrestler earns record-breaking promotion
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Sumo wrestler Danylo Yavhusishyn made more history on Wednesday as he became the first Ukrainian to be promoted to the …
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Brazil's Bolsonaro begins 27-year jail term for coup bid
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Brazil's Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered far-right former president Jair Bolsonaro to begin serving a 27-year sentence …
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Canada's captive whales face euthanasia threat and uncertain future
AFP - 3h ago
The remaining 30 captive belugas at Canada's Marineland have nothing to do but wait.
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Ronaldo can play in 2026 World Cup opener as FIFA 'suspend' ban
AFP - 4h ago
Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo can play in the opening matches of the 2026 World Cup after global football …
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US to slap big surcharge on foreign visitors to national parks
AFP - 4h ago
Foreign tourists visiting US national parks including the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone will now pay a hefty surcharge, …
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N.Irish town to drop ex-prince Andrew from street name
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A Northern Irish council has voted to rename a street in the town of Carrickfergus called after Britain's disgraced …
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France arrests two men, two women over Louvre heist: prosecutor
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French authorities Tuesday arrested four more people in the probe into last month's spectacular daylight theft of …
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Trump sends Witkoff to Moscow in hopes of finalizing Ukraine deal
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Donald Trump said Tuesday he is sending his envoy Steve Witkoff to meet with Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Moscow …
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US seeks retrial of main suspect in 1979 murder of six-year-old
AFP - 5h ago
US prosecutors asked a judge on Tuesday to re-try the main suspect in the infamous New York kidnap and murder of a …
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Mother sentenced to life in prison for New Zealand's 'suitcase murders'
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A mother who murdered her two children and stuffed them into suitcases stashed inside a storage locker was on Wednesday …
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Chelsea dominate Barca in Champions League, Man City lose
Nov 25 2025
Chelsea romped to a dominant 3-0 win at home to 10-man Barcelona in the Champions League on Tuesday, while Pep …
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Bolsonaro behind bars: the fall of Brazil's polarizing firebrand
Nov 25 2025
Jair Bolsonaro always swore he would never be imprisoned.
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Trump sends Witkoff to Moscow in hopes of finalisation Ukraine deal
Nov 25 2025
Donald Trump said Tuesday he is sending his envoy Steve Witkoff to meet with Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Moscow as …
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24 Nigerian girls freed after school kidnapping
Nov 25 2025
Two dozen Nigerian girls who were kidnapped from their boarding school last week in the country's northwest have been …
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Trump says 'close' to Ukraine war deal, but Europeans cautious
Nov 25 2025
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said a Ukraine-Russia deal is "very close," but European leaders were skeptical and …
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US optimistic on Ukraine talks but Russian bombardments hammer Kyiv
Nov 25 2025
US officials expressed optimism Tuesday over attempts to negotiate an end to the Ukraine war but acknowledged that …
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10 kidnapped as mass abductions shake Nigeria
Nov 25 2025
Gunmen have seized 10 women and children in the latest kidnapping to rock Nigeria, police said Tuesday, as parents of …
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Pakistan denies deadly strikes after Afghanistan vows retaliation
Nov 25 2025
Afghanistan's Taliban government vowed on Tuesday to "respond appropriately" to deadly overnight air strikes it blamed …
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Parents of abducted Nigeria students plead for rescue
Nov 25 2025
Parents of dozens of children kidnapped last week from a Catholic school in Nigeria are desperate for their release, …
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Afghanistan vows retaliation against Pakistan for deadly strikes
Nov 25 2025
Afghanistan's Taliban government vowed Tuesday to "respond appropriately" to overnight strikes it blamed on neighbouring …
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Russia hammers Kyiv as talks over US plan rumble on
Nov 25 2025
Russia rained missiles and drones on Kyiv overnight, killing six people, as frantic diplomatic efforts over a draft US …
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Ukraine, Russia trade deadly strikes as negotiators hammer at deal
Nov 25 2025
Russia rained missiles and drones overnight on Kyiv, killing six people, authorities said Tuesday, as three people died …
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China launches Shenzhou-22 early for stranded space station crew
Nov 25 2025
China conducted an urgent unmanned spacecraft launch on Tuesday, after damage to a previous mission's return capsule …
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Kane relishing new Bayern role before Arsenal clash
Nov 25 2025
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane returns to north London on Wednesday to face old rivals Arsenal arguably in the best …
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Inter's big game credentials in doubt ahead of Atletico clash
Nov 25 2025
Inter Milan head into Wednesday's match at Atletico Madrid still reeling from a derby defeat to AC Milan and with doubts …
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At tomb of Lebanon's miracle saint, faithful await the pope
Nov 25 2025
Charbel Matar says a Lebanese saint saved his life when he was a child. Now, he is among pilgrims of all faiths who …
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Delirium, painkillers: swimmers conquer Hong Kong seas over 21 hours
Nov 25 2025
After 20 hours and 56 minutes of non-stop swimming, Simon Holliday hauls himself up the steps of Disneyland pier, knees …
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China's Xi pushes Taiwan issue in call with Trump
Nov 25 2025
Chinese leader Xi Jinping pressed the ever-sensitive issue of Taiwan in a phone call Monday with US President Donald …
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Venezuela says US terrorist designation a 'ridiculous lie'
Nov 25 2025
Venezuela on Monday rejected the US terrorist designation of an alleged drug cartel on its territory as a "ridiculous …
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Malaysian scientists recruit bed bugs as crime scene sleuths
Nov 25 2025
Under glaring laboratory lights, a research assistant extends his forearm and carefully inverts a mesh-topped container …
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BBC launches hunt for new boss as Trump row rumbles on
Nov 25 2025
The BBC on Monday formally launched its search for a new chief following the resignation of Tim Davie over a misleading …
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Everton shrug off bizarre red card to beat blunt Man Utd
Nov 25 2025
Everton survived an astonishing moment of madness at Old Trafford on Monday when Idrissa Gueye was sent off for slapping …
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Based in US or Nigeria? Musk's X erupts over location feature
Nov 25 2025
Elon Musk's X erupted in uproar after the rollout of a feature revealing an account's location, exposing what users …
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Scientists say most dogs have some wolf DNA - even chihuahuas
Nov 25 2025
Those tiny, fluffy dogs walking down the street may look cute but beware -- they probably have some wolf in them.
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US pressed Ukraine to accept deal at Geneva talks, official says
Nov 24 2025
The United States pressed Ukraine to accept its proposals to end the war with Russia during talks in Geneva, a senior …
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US judge dismisses cases against Trump foes Comey and James
Nov 24 2025
A federal judge on Monday dismissed the criminal cases against former FBI director James Comey and New York Attorney …
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Sudan's RSF declares truce after army rejects US plan
Nov 24 2025
Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces on Monday announced a unilateral three-month ceasefire a day after the army …
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Hezbollah mourns top commander killed in Israel strike, Iran Guards urge revenge
Nov 24 2025
Hezbollah held a funeral on Monday for its top military chief and other members of the militant group a day after a …
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Venezuela rejects US terrorist designation as 'ridiculous lie'
Nov 24 2025
Venezuela on Monday rejected the US terrorist designation of an alleged drug cartel on its territory as a "ridiculous …
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Sudan's displaced and exhausted doctors treat fellow El-Fasher survivors
Nov 24 2025
Overwhelmed health workers rushed from patient to patient in makeshift tents in Sudan, trying to help even though they …
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Hezbollah mourns top commander killed in Israeli strike
Nov 24 2025
Hezbollah held the funeral Monday for its top military chief and other members of the militant group a day after Israel …
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Europe demands more work on US deal for Russia-Ukraine war
Nov 24 2025
Germany said Monday that Russia has to be present at talks on ending the Ukraine war as Europe and Kyiv pressed for more …
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Reggae icon and 'cultural giant' Jimmy Cliff dead at 81
Nov 24 2025
Jimmy Cliff, the iconic reggae star who helped transform the island's rhythmic music into a global cultural phenomenon, …
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Rhino horn sales, shark protection on wildlife talks agenda
Nov 24 2025
Global wildlife talks opened Monday, with votes expected on increased shark protection, a bid to allow limited rhino …
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Turkey basilica emerges from lake, illuminating early Church life
Nov 24 2025
When it was discovered a decade ago, the 4th-century basilica of Nicaea was totally submerged, its importance to early …
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Washington, Kyiv say a peace deal must 'fully uphold' Ukraine sovereignty
Nov 24 2025
Washington and Kyiv said that any eventual deal to halt the war with Russia must fully uphold Ukraine's sovereignty, …
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Ukrainian sumo wrestler shocked to win first title
Nov 24 2025
Ukrainian sumo wrestler Danylo Yavhusishyn said Monday that he had surprised even himself by becoming the first from his …
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Snapchat begins age checks in Australia ahead of social media ban
Nov 24 2025
Snapchat has begun asking teenage Australians to verify their ages, a company spokesperson said Monday, just weeks …
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UK far-right figures stoke digital ID fears with unproven claims
Nov 24 2025
Plans for a new nationwide UK digital ID are sparking widespread public concern, but some critics including far-right …
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Mexico training ship that hit Brooklyn Bridge returns home
Nov 24 2025
The Mexican naval training ship that crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge in May, leaving two crew members dead, returned …
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Sinner-less Italy see off Spain to complete Davis Cup hat-trick
Nov 24 2025
Italy claimed a third Davis Cup in as many years on Sunday after beating Spain 2-0 in front of delighted home fans in …
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Three talking points from the Premier League weekend
Nov 24 2025
Arsenal's Eberechi Eze stole the spotlight with a superb hat-trick in the Premier League leaders' demolition of …
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Australian mining giant BHP drops Anglo American takeover bid
Nov 24 2025
Australian resources giant BHP said Monday it had dropped a bid to take over British rival Anglo American that would …
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Slovenia referendum rejects contested assisted dying law
Nov 23 2025
Slovenians on Sunday voted to suspend a new law to legalise assisted dying in a referendum held after critics mounted a …
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Bolsonaro says ankle monitor tampering driven by 'paranoia'
Nov 23 2025
Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro, detained after allegedly using a soldering iron on his court-ordered ankle …
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50 children in Nigeria escape after kidnapping as 38 worshippers rescued
Nov 23 2025
At least 50 of the more than 300 children snatched by gunmen from a Catholic school in Nigeria have escaped their …
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'Wicked' sequel sees green in weekend-winning N. America debut
Nov 23 2025
Universal's musical sequel "Wicked: For Good" stole the box office spotlight in its North America debut this weekend, …
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US says 'very optimistic' on Ukraine plan as Geneva talks end
Nov 23 2025
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio boasted "tremendous" progress after a day of meetings with Ukrainian and European …
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Israel says killed Hezbollah chief of staff in Beirut strike
Nov 23 2025
Israel killed Hezbollah's military chief in a strike on Beirut on Sunday, the Israeli military and the militant group …
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US, Ukraine envoys hail 'good progress' at talks to end Russia war
Nov 23 2025
US and Ukrainian lead delegates hailed "good progress" Sunday in talks on Donald Trump's proposal to halt Ukraine's war …
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Trump blasts Ukraine for 'zero gratitude' amid talks to halt war
Nov 23 2025
US President Donald Trump on Sunday accused Ukraine again of lacking "gratitude" for Washington's support against …
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Israel targets Hezbollah chief of staff in deadly Beirut strike
Nov 23 2025
Israel said it carried out an air strike Sunday targeting Hezbollah's chief of staff in Beirut, hitting an apartment …
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Washington seeking to 'iron out' Trump proposal details with Ukrainians in Geneva
Nov 23 2025
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio was to meet Ukrainian officials in Geneva Sunday, seeking to "iron out" details of …
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Rubio lands in Geneva for talks on Ukraine plan
Nov 23 2025
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Geneva Sunday morning for discussions on a US plan to end the Ukraine war, …
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US signals room for negotiation on Ukraine plan ahead of talks
Nov 23 2025
Washington signalled room for negotiation on a US plan to end the Ukraine war that has drawn pushback from Kyiv, its …
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Boos, blowups and last-minute pause as a chaotic COP30 closes out
Nov 23 2025
Jabs about greedy children, boos for the Vatican, and proceedings suspended for more than an hour: the COP30 finale …
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Trump signals room for negotiation on Ukraine plan ahead of talks
Nov 23 2025
President Donald Trump signalled room for negotiation on a US plan to end the Ukraine war that has drawn pushback from …
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Brazil's Bolsonaro detained for trying to break ankle bracelet and flee
Nov 23 2025
Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro -- under house arrest while he appeals a conviction for a foiled coup attempt …
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Amazon climate deal a 'win' for global unity but fossil fuels untouched
Nov 23 2025
Nations sealed a modest agreement at the UN climate summit in the Brazilian Amazon on Saturday as many countries …
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Gunmen seize 315 in latest Nigerian mass school kidnapping
Nov 22 2025
Gunmen have kidnapped more than 300 students and teachers in one of the largest mass kidnappings in Nigeria, a Christian …
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Gaza civil defence says 21 killed in Israeli strikes
Nov 22 2025
Gaza's civil defence agency said 21 people were killed and dozens more wounded in multiple Israeli air strikes on …
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Liverpool stunned by Forest, Newcastle damage Man City title push
Nov 22 2025
Troubled Liverpool's woeful season hit a new low with a shocking 3-0 home defeat against Nottingham Forest, while …
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Ukraine, US head for talks on Trump's plan to end war
Nov 22 2025
Ukrainian and US envoys will meet in Switzerland on Sunday along with European security chiefs to discuss Washington's …
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Geopolitical fractures and Ukraine worries sap G20 summit
Nov 22 2025
The G20's role in fixing economic crises is threatened by geopolitical fractures, leaders warned Saturday at a summit in …
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Ukraine, US to hold Geneva talks on Trump's plan to end war
Nov 22 2025
Ukrainian and US envoys will meet in Switzerland on Sunday along with European security chiefs to discuss Washington's …
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Amazon summit seals climate deal without fossil fuel plan
Nov 22 2025
Nations sealed a modest deal at the UN climate summit in the Amazon Saturday, as Europe and others dropped their demands …
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Liverpool stunned by Forest, Chelsea boost title charge
Nov 22 2025
Troubled Liverpool's woeful season hit a new low with a shocking 3-0 home defeat against Nottingham Forest, while …
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S.Africa G20 declaration highlights: minerals, debt, climate
Nov 22 2025
Leaders from the G20 group of top economies endorsed Saturday a declaration at a summit in South Africa that highlights …
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Barca thrash Athletic to inaugurate rebuilt Camp Nou in style
Nov 22 2025
Barcelona made a triumphant return to their rebuilt Camp Nou stadium on Saturday following two-and-a-half years in exile …
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Brazil's Bolsonaro jailed over alleged bid to break ankle bracelet and flee
Nov 22 2025
Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro was taken from house arrest into police custody on Saturday after the Supreme …
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UN climate summit nears end as EU accepts watered-down deal
Nov 22 2025
Nations neared a deal at the UN climate summit Saturday after the EU accepted a text with only an implicit nod to …
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Ukraine, US to hold talks in Switzerland on Trump's plan to end war
Nov 22 2025
Ukrainian and US officials will soon meet in Switzerland to discuss Washington's plan for ending the war with Russia, …
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G20 threatened by geopolitical fractures, leaders warn
Nov 22 2025
The G20's role in fixing economic crises is threatened by geopolitical fractures, leaders warned Saturday at a summit in …
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Ukraine, US to start talks in Switzerland on Trump's plan to end war
Nov 22 2025
Ukraine and the US will soon meet in Switzerland to discuss Washington's plan for ending the war with Russia, Kyiv said …
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Bolsonaro detained: the fall of Brazil's polarizing firebrand
Nov 22 2025
Jair Bolsonaro swore he would never go to prison.
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Brazil court takes ex-president Bolsonaro into custody over flight risk
Nov 22 2025
Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro was taken from house arrest into police custody on Saturday to prevent him from …
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Ukraine, Europe scramble to respond to US plan to end war
Nov 22 2025
Ukraine and its European allies scrambled Saturday to come up with counter-proposals after US President Donald Trump …
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UN climate talks deadlocked as EU pushes fossil-fuel phaseout
Nov 22 2025
The UN's COP30 climate talks spilled into overtime on Saturday, with the European Union in a standoff with oil producers …
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Western rift over Ukraine and Trump absence mar G20 summit
Nov 22 2025
A US-European rift over the future of Ukraine threatened to overshadow a G20 summit that started in South Africa on …
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Fossil fuel fight threatens to sink COP30 as negotiations run into overtime
Nov 22 2025
Negotiations at COP30 climate talks in Brazil ran into overtime on Saturday with no agreement struck and delegates still …
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Ukraine scrambles to respond to US plan to end war
Nov 22 2025
Ukraine scrambled Saturday to respond to a US plan to end the war that includes many of Russia's hardline demands, with …
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Fossil fuel fight threatens to sink COP30 as EU rejects Brazil's draft
Nov 22 2025
The clock was ticking down on the slated final day of UN climate talks in Brazil Friday where a bitter fight over …
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G20 summit opens in South Africa without Trump
Nov 22 2025
A US-European rift over the future of Ukraine is set to overshadow a G20 summit starting in South Africa on Saturday …
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Leftist NY mayor-elect and Trump make nice in White House love-in
Nov 22 2025
Months of sniping melted away Friday as New York's incoming leftist mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Donald Trump were …
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Bolivia says US drug agency to return to aid cocaine battle
Nov 21 2025
Bolivia's brand-new narcotics czar, Ernesto Justiniano, told AFP Friday the US Drug Enforcement Administration, expelled …
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Zelensky says US plan means Ukraine loses 'dignity' - or an ally
Nov 21 2025
President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday pushed back against a US plan to end the war in Ukraine, while Russian leader …
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Over 220 pupils and teachers kidnapped from Nigerian school
Nov 21 2025
Gunmen kidnapped 227 pupils and teachers from a Catholic school in central Nigeria, officials said Friday, in the second …
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UN climate summit pushes into overtime as nations clash over fossil fuels
Nov 21 2025
Negotiators pushed into overtime Friday to salvage UN climate talks in Brazil as a bitter fight over whether to mention …
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Guinea-Bissau youth hope presidential vote brings better life
Nov 21 2025
Caramba Souare focuses on cleaning the car in front of him despite a din of surrounding festivities on the last day of …
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Trump's plan to end war pushed back by Zelensky, welcomed by Putin
Nov 21 2025
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday pushed back against a US plan to end Russia's invasion, while Russian …
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Frida Kahlo painting sells for $54.7 mn in record for female artist
Nov 21 2025
A self-portrait by celebrated Mexican artist Frida Kahlo sold for $54.66 million in New York on Thursday, setting a …
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Miss Mexico wins Miss Universe contest after host insult drama
Nov 21 2025
Miss Mexico was crowned Miss Universe in Thailand on Friday, strutting to victory after several dramatic missteps before …
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