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The United States has given Iran a 24-hour deadline to publicly confirm that the Strait of Hormuz is open to international shipping and that attacks on commercial vessels will stop. Washington warned that failure to provide the assurance could bring serious consequences. US Issues Iran Strait of Hormuz Deadline Senior US officials said Iran must […]
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At least 12 people have died and 23 remain missing after a fast-moving wildfire swept through parts of Almería province in southern Spain. The blaze trapped several victims in vehicles and forced hundreds of residents to leave threatened communities. Spain Wildfire Kills 12 in Almería The fire broke out near Bédar and Los Gallardos in […]
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A Qatari delegation has visited Iran as Doha seeks to strengthen its mediation role and prevent renewed escalation between Tehran and Washington. The diplomatic mission follows fresh military tensions and attacks on commercial vessels near the Strait of Hormuz. Qatari Delegation Holds Talks in Iran The delegation travelled to Tehran for discussions with Iranian officials
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Several people were killed after a small passenger aircraft crashed on North Andros in the Bahamas on Friday. Authorities have temporarily suspended Flamingo Air operations while investigators examine the cause of the fatal accident. Small Plane Crashes on North Andros The Cessna 402 aircraft departed Lynden Pindling International Airport in Nassau and was travelling to
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has described his visit to New Zealand as a historic milestone in bilateral relations, highlighting the recently signed free trade agreement and expanding cooperation in defence, education, technology and mobility. Modi Begins Historic New Zealand Visit Modi arrived in Auckland on Friday for a two-day official visit, becoming the first Indian
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The International Monetary Fund has projected global economic growth at 3% for 2026, reflecting pressure from the Middle East conflict, elevated energy prices and persistent policy uncertainty. However, stronger investment and exports linked to artificial intelligence are partly offsetting the slowdown. IMF Cuts Global Growth Forecast for 2026 The IMF expects the global
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Japan’s southwestern islands were placed on high alert on Friday as powerful Typhoon Bavi approached the Sakishima chain in Okinawa Prefecture. Authorities warned of destructive winds, torrential rain, flooding, landslides and dangerous coastal waves. Typhoon Bavi Approaches Sakishima Islands Typhoon Bavi was moving towards the remote island chain near Taiwan with maximum
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Andy Burnham is on course to become Britain’s next prime minister after emerging as the leading candidate to replace Keir Starmer as Labour Party leader. The formal leadership process has begun, with Burnham securing strong backing among Labour MPs. Andy Burnham Leads Labour Leadership Race Burnham has received support from a large majority of Labour […]
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The death toll from two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24 has risen to at least 3,889, according to the latest government assessment. Nearly 17,000 people were injured, while thousands of families were displaced by widespread destruction. (www.ndtv.com) Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Rises The official death toll increased from 3,811 to 3,889 as […]
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for faster expansion of India-Australia economic ties, highlighting opportunities in critical minerals, clean energy, infrastructure, technology and advanced manufacturing. He made the remarks while addressing business leaders during his official visit to Australia. Modi Addresses India-Australia CEO Forum Modi and Australian Prime