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Afghanistan Floods Kill 23, Over 100 Missing

By BPN News Desk
Rescue teams are searching through rubble in eastern Afghanistan after flash floods killed at least 23 people in Nuristan province. Around 80 people were injured and more than 100 remained missing as authorities warned that the toll could rise. Afghanistan Flash Flood Death Toll Torrential rain triggered sudden flooding across Parun, the provincial capital, and […]
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France Advances Social Media Ban for Under-15s

By BPN News Desk
A joint committee of French lawmakers has approved a compromise bill that would prohibit children under 15 from accessing social media, moving France closer to introducing one of Europe’s strictest online age restrictions. France Social Media Ban The legislation would prevent children younger than 15 from using major social networks, potentially covering platforms such as
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International

Houthi Blockade Threatens Global Oil Supply

By BPN News Desk
A threatened Houthi blockade of Saudi shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait could push global oil prices sharply higher, although alternative pipelines and longer maritime routes may reduce the overall supply disruption. Houthi Red Sea Blockade Threat Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthi movement declared a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia, raising concerns over shipments
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PM Modi Congratulates New UK PM Andy Burnham

By BPN News Desk
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Andy Burnham on assuming office as the United Kingdom’s new prime minister, expressing confidence that India and Britain will deepen cooperation across trade, defence, technology and investment. Modi Congratulates Andy Burnham In his message, Modi said India and the UK are connected by shared democratic values and maintain
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US Wildfire Smoke Triggers Canada Warnings

By BPN News Desk
Canadian authorities have issued air-quality warnings in parts of British Columbia as wildfire smoke from the United States crossed the border, days after President Donald Trump threatened additional tariffs over smoke drifting south from Canadian fires. US Wildfire Smoke Reaches Canada Smoke from fires burning in Washington and Oregon affected communities in southern
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Pakistan Seeks Canada’s Help on Indus Treaty

By BPN News Desk
Pakistan has asked Canada to support the restoration of the Indus Waters Treaty with India, accusing New Delhi of using water as a strategic weapon amid continuing tensions between the neighbouring countries. Pakistan seeks Canadian support on treaty Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar raised the issue during talks with Canadian Foreign […]
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Trump Imposes 50% Tariffs on Canadian Goods

By BPN News Desk
US President Donald Trump has announced a 50% tariff on selected Canadian imports worth approximately $20 billion, escalating trade tensions between the neighbouring countries over automobiles, alcohol and agricultural products. Trump imposes tariffs on Canadian goods The new tariffs will take effect on August 19, following a 30-day implementation period. Products affected
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International

Keir Starmer Resigns as Burnham Becomes UK PM

By BPN News Desk
Keir Starmer formally resigned as Britain’s prime minister on Monday, saying he was leaving office with “good grace” and pride in his government’s record as Andy Burnham prepared to take charge. Keir Starmer delivers farewell speech Speaking outside 10 Downing Street, Starmer said his work as prime minister was complete and thanked the British public […]
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Chinese Vessel Activity Surges Near Taiwan

By BPN News Desk
Taiwan has reported a sharp increase in Chinese government vessel activity around the island, raising concerns that Beijing may be testing tactics capable of disrupting vital Pacific supply routes during a future crisis. Chinese vessel activity around Taiwan rises Taiwan recorded 55 sightings of Chinese coast guard and research vessels around the island in June, […]