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North Korea expands use of death penalty for watching foreign films
North Korea is executing citizens for watching foreign films as it tightens control over their private lives, according to a UN report.
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Witnesses linked to Epstein’s birthday book could face questioning
Democrat congresswoman Melanie Stansbury, who sits on the committee, said: ’We are currently working on a list of additional documents, witnesses, and others associated with these crimes that the committee intends to move a vote for subpoenaing.’
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Citi, PayPal and Bank of America pledge billions in UK operations
US financial firms have announced investments in the UK worth £1.25 billion before Donald Trump’s state visit next week.
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Trump calls for collective action on Russia and higher tariffs on China
President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum to NATO allies in a letter Saturday, saying the US will issue “major” sanctions on Russia only when they agree to do the same and stop buying oil from Russia.
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Family describes troubled history and mental health struggles of suspected Charlotte train killer
The mother of Decarlos Brown Jr., suspected of stabbing Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska to death on a commuter train, has made a shocking confession.
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NATO and Polish aircraft deployed to secure eastern Polish airspace
A ’threat of an air attack’ warning was issued in Poland following Russian drones operating over the border with Ukraine.
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Trump administration drafts plan to deploy 1,000 National Guard troops to Louisiana cities
The Trump administration has reportedly drafted plans to activate roughly 1,000 Louisiana National Guard troops and send them to the state’s “urban centres” like New Orleans.
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China accuses Britain and the US of ’undermining peace’ in the Taiwan Strait
China has cautioned Britain and the US against deploying their warships through the sensitive Taiwan Strait.
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Oxford Union president-elect faces disciplinary action over remarks celebrating Charlie Kirk assassination
The new president-elect of the Oxford Union will face disciplinary proceedings for making "inappropriate remarks" celebrating the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, the union has announced.
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Elderly couple held by Taliban “without knowing why,” warns fellow detainee
A woman who was arrested by the Taliban alongside an elderly British couple has warned that they are “literally dying” in prison.
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Europe’s Iron Dome-style air defence plan faces backlash over Gaza war
Europe’s plans to construct a missile and drone shield similar to the Iron Dome face potential setbacks due to increasing anti-Israeli sentiment over the conflict in Gaza.
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Magnitude 7.4 earthquake hits off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula
A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck near the east coast of Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula on Saturday, according to the US Geological Survey.
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142 countries back New York Declaration calling for Israel-Palestine peace steps
The United Nations General Assembly on Friday overwhelmingly endorsed a declaration outlining “tangible, time-bound, and irreversible steps” toward a two-state solution between Israel and the Palestinians, without the involvement of Hamas.
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Trump and Witkoff dine with Qatari PM in NY, days after Israeli strike on Hamas in Doha
US President Donald Trump had dinner with the Qatari prime minister in New York on Friday, just days after US ally Israel attacked Hamas leaders in Doha.
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Charlie Kirk’s wife vows to continue his legacy after his death in Utah
The wife of Charlie Kirk, who was shot and killed in Utah on Wednesday, has vowed to never let his legacy die in her first public comments since his death.
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‘There is light at the end of the tunnel’:Prince Harry visits Ukraine, offers hope to ex-service personnel
The Duke of Sussex said there is “light at the end of the tunnel” when asked for advice for ex-service personnel during a surprise trip to Ukraine.
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Yemen becomes one of the most dangerous countries for journalists amid ongoing conflict
Warring factions in Yemen have turned the country into one of the most dangerous places in the Middle East for journalists, detaining, torturing, and disappearing media workers in a campaign that has silenced reporting and gutted press freedom.
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Marine Le Pen’s party moves to pave way for 2027 presidential run despite conviction
As French President Emmanuel Macron struggles to maintain his fragile grip on power, manoeuvres are reportedly underway by his far-right rival Marine Le Pen’s populist party to clear a path to an electoral run in 2027.
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Georgia’s former defence minister Juansher Burchuladze arrested on money laundering and abuse of power charges
Georgia’s former Defence Minister, Juansher Burchuladze, has been arrested on charges of money laundering and abuse of power following an investigation linking him to a criminal case involving his former deputy, brother-in-law, and another high-ranking state official, the country’s State Security Service announced Thursday.
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Armani’s heirs instructed to sell 15% stake within 18 months
The Italian fashion house Giorgio Armani could soon be sold or become a publicly listed company, according to the late founder’s will.
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Brazilian citizens rejoice after Bolsonaro convicted for plotting coup
Thousands of Brazilians have taken to the streets to rejoice at Jair Bolsonaro’s conviction for plotting a coup, as progressive politicians celebrated the historic move and rightwing figures linked to Donald Trump responded with anger and threats.
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22-year old Tyler Robinson named as shooter who killed Charlie Kirk at Utah rally
The suspected gunman who shot and killed right-wing activist Charlie Kirk during a student rally at a Utah campus has been named as 22-year-old Tyler Robinson.
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Donald Trump: Charlie Kirk ’assassin in custody’
The suspect believed to have shot and killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk in front of thousands of horrified students is in custody, Donald Trump has announced.
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FBI asks public to help identify Charlie Kirk shooting suspect
The FBI has release images of a “person if interest” in their hunt for a “college-age” gunman who killed right-wing US influencer Charlie Kirk.
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Prince Harry makes surprise visit to Ukraine to support wounded veterans
Prince Harry has unexpectedly visited Ukraine following his reunion with his father, the King, in London.