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Over 112,000 missing Syrians probably killed by Assad's regime, says rights group
Syrian Network for Human Rights database shows mass extrajudicial executions in countless detention centers
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Germany to open first center to report crimes against Muslims
MEDAR center to be set at North Rhine-Westphalia where more than 1.7 million Muslim live
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Putin calls Azerbaijani president, apologizes over passenger plane crash
Azerbaijan government launched preliminary investigations with civilians and military specialists
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Norovirus surge again in US, highest since 2012
Also dubbed as the ‘winter vomiting bug or ‘stomach flu’ virus generally circulates from November to April every year
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Mexico launches app to aid migrants facing detention in US
From January the alert button sends a signal to the nearest consulate and also notify the person’s family members
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UN voices concern over Israeli attacks on Gaza, hospital raid
Gaza health officials report the detention of dozens of medical staff after Israeli forces storm Kamal Adwan Hospital.
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Musk, Ramaswamy comment on foreign talent amid H-1B visa divide in Trump’s base
President-elect Trump previously criticised the H-1B system, during his first term.
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Mega Millions $1.22 billion jackpot winning numbers announced
The $1.22 billion Mega Millions jackpot has soared to become the fifth-largest prize in the game's history,
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London Gatwick, Heathrow and Manchester airports face disruption and delays due to fog
Travelers urged to check flight status. after Fog causes disruptions at major UK airports
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US sanctions Georgian Billionaire Bidzina Ivanishvili
Ivanishvili, widely viewed as Georgia's de facto leader is accused of undermining of democracy and Russian ties.
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China launches first-of-its-kind amphibious assault ship
China's Type 076 dual-use assault ship, Sichuan, is equipped with an electromagnetic catapult.
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Singapore's disgraced oil tycoon Lim Oon Kuin declared bankrupt
Lim Oon Kuin and his children declared bankrupt after agreeing to pay US$3.5 billion to creditors.
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Political turmoil mounts in S Korea as second president impeached
FinMin Choi Sang-mok steps into the roles of both acting president and prime minister
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Israeli brutality escalates as Gaza hospital set ablaze
Patients forced to evacuate Kamal Adwan health facility; 25 Palestinians killed
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German president dissolves parliament
Sets Feb 23 for snap election, emphasises the need for 'political stability'
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Germany's president dissolves parliament, calls snap elections for Feb 23
Frank-Walter Steinmeier also called for the election campaign to be conducted fairly and transparently
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Human-induced climate change adds 41 days of extreme heat in 2024
WWA and Climate Central report urges nations to prepare for rising climate risks to reduce deaths in 2025 and beyond
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EU issues scam alert over reports of visa fraud in Pakistan
Criminal organisations spreading fake visa info via Google Maps, misleading Pakistanis about services, says EU Office
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Russian aviation chief links Azerbaijan Airlines crash to Ukrainian drone strike
Azerbaijan Airlines cited "physical and technical interference" as the cause of the crash
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69 dead in tragic boat capsize off Morocco's coast
The boat, carrying around 80 people, sank during the perilous journey, leaving only 11 survivors
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Man sentenced to death for killing 35 in car attack in Zhuhai
On November 11, 62-year-old Fan Weiqiu drove through people exercising outside a sports complex in his SUV
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Severe weather in Texas and Louisiana brings tornado watch, hail, flooding and flight delays
More than 500 flights had been canceled, and over 200 others delayed.
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Stimulus Checks 2024: Who is eligible for the $1,400 payout?
The IRS is set to distribute stimulus checks totalling $2.4 billion to approximately one million taxpayers.
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South Korea's acting President Han Duck-soo impeached
A total of 192 lawmakers voted in favour of the impeachment, surpassing the 151 required votes.
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China unveils two tailless stealth combat aircraft
China unveils two advanced tailless stealth combat jets, with flight testing already underway.
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Passenger overboard from Norwegian cruise: Search called off
Search and rescue efforts for a passenger overboard were unsuccessful, authorities say
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Russian missile caused Azerbaijan plane crash
US official says indications suggest Russian anti-aircraft system strikes plane
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5 journalists killed in Gaza
More than 190 journalists have been killed
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India's ex-PM Manmohan Singh dead
India mourns Manmohan Singh, architect of economic reforms, who passed away at 92
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South Korea's opposition moves to impeach acting president
South Korea in turmoil: Impeachment moves escalate as deadlock over top court nominees persists
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Top food fads of 2024
Cracking lattes, Olympic muffins, and more - here is a look at the year's most talked-about treats.
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1,000 North Korean soldiers killed in Russian-led attacks in Ukraine: White House
North Korean troops sent to support Russia’s invasion are committing suicide to avoid capture: Spokesperson John Kirby
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Record number of migrants lost at sea in 2024
Iraqis and Pakistanis among victims from 28 nations
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Bangladesh to investigate 2009 mutiny massacre
Bangladesh reopens 2009 mutiny probe, eyes foreign conspiracies amid renewed accusations.
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Panama president rules out talks with Trump over canal threat
Panama rejects Trump’s demand to return canal, vows sovereignty over historic waterway
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China approves construction of $127b dam in Tibet
The move sparked concerns in India and Bangladesh
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WHO chief escapes Israeli strikes
WHO chief Tedros safe after Israeli strike hits Yemen airport, injuring crew.
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WHO chief unharmed as Israeli airstrike hits Yemen airport
Israel targeted Houthis in Yemen, hitting power stations, ports and military infrastructure
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400 million pilgrims expected at world's largest religious festival in India
Held every 12 years at Prayagraj, the festival will run from January 13 to February 26
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Israeli airstrike kills five journalists in Gaza
Attack targeted a broadcast van near al-Awda Hospital in the Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza
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Putin expresses openness to Slovakia's proposal for peace talks with Ukraine
Separately, FM says Russia is ready to improve ties with Trump's administration if the US shows serious intentions
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Arab League calls on Iran to stop fueling strife in Syria after Assad's ouster
Syria’s new authorities on Thursday launched an operation in a stronghold of Assad
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Former Indian prime minister Manmohan Singh dies at 92
Former two-term PM was hospitalised at AIIMS New Delhi due to prolonged illness before his death
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Bangladesh launches fresh inquiry into 2009 military uprising
The 2009 Bangladesh mutiny saw BDR forces steal weapons and launch a deadly killing spree within their headquarters