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At least 33 dead as Israeli strike hits school sheltering displaced in Gaza
Civil defence agency said more than 100 others were wounded in the strike on Dar al-Arqam School in northeast of Gaza.
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Nine migrants dead, 25 rescued after boat sinks off Turkiye’s west coast
Separately, seven, including three children, died as migrant boat capsized near Greek island with 23 others rescued.
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IDF under fire for sharing Ghibli-style AI images amid Gaza war
Critics quickly denounced the IDF's post, citing its timing as Israel continues its military campaign in Gaza.
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Even Antarctica’s penguins fall under Trump’s tariff radar
Heard and McDonald Islands, which have no permanent residents, have now been drawn into the US tariff list.
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World leaders condemn Trump’s sweeping tariff plan
Countries, including the EU, China, and Japan, India and Israel criticise US tariffs, warning of a trade war.
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India passes bill to reform Muslim land trusts, sparking minority backlash
PM Narendra Modi’s government argues the bill will boost transparency to more than a dozen powerful Waqf boards.
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Gold hits record $3,167 as Trump tariffs rattle global markets
Gold, notably exempted from the tariff regime, was among the few commodities spared
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Traveler arrested in India for trying to gift soft drink to world’s most isolated tribe
Police seized footage and are investigating the extent of the suspect’s island activity.
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List of tariffs by country after Trump announces new 'reciprocal' policy
US announces a universal 10% tariff on all imports starting April 5.
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Seven dead as migrant boat capsizes near Greek island
Rescue teams have so far saved 23 migrants
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Hungary to leave ICC as it hosts Netanyahu
Budapest visit by Netanyahu sparks Hungary’s break with global justice body
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Tornado watches issued across central and southern US
More than 200,000 people face power outages amid tornado threat
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Slovakia approves shooting of 350 bears after fatal attack
Conservation groups raise concerns about animal welfare and legal obligations.
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US revokes visa of Costa Rica’s Nobel Laureate Oscar Arias
Nobel laureate laments lack of explanation for decision, calling email “terse and vague.”
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Texas high school football player Austin Metcalf stabbed during track meet
Frisco teen athlete Austin Metcalf fatally stabbed in heart during UIL championship as twin brother watched in horror
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Pakistan hit with 29% tariff as Trump escalates global trade war
The US remains one of Pakistan’s largest trading partners
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Is Musk's political career descending to Earth?
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt called Politico's report "garbage."
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Most deadly 2024 hurricane names retired from use: UN agency
Climate change has affected the severity and frequency of such storms, scientists warn.
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China says ends two-day Taiwan drills
Conducts simulated strikes on key ports, energy sites
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Trump announces sweeping new tariffs
US president ratchets up trade war
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Israeli strikes target Damascus, central Syria military sites
Western countries including the United States had previously struck the defence ministry facility in 2018.
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UK imposes online entry permit on Europeans
There will be a buffer period which could last several months.
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French FM warns Iran of war on nuclear arms
Earlier Wednesday, President Emmanuel Macron chaired a meeting on Iran.
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Israel says 'dissecting' Gaza Strip
Netanyahu says move aims at forcing Hamas to free hostages
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German authorities take down major darknet platform used for child pornography
The operation, codenamed "OP Stream," was a coordinated effort involving law enforcement agencies from 38 countries.
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Israel 'dissects' Gaza and 'increases pressure' to force Hamas to return hostages
Of the 251 hostages taken during Hamas’s October 7 attack, 58 remain in Gaza, including 34 confirmed dead
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Trump says Elon Musk will step down from government 'soon'
Politico reported both Trump and Musk decided that he will soon return to his businesses, but gave no specific date.
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India introduces bill to overhaul land management for Muslim use
Land and properties fall under the "waqf" category, which means "to stay" in Arabic, and cannot be transferred or sold
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Trump's approval rating drops amid Project 2025, 'Signalgate' scandal
A poll also noted that Elon Musk saw a 10-point drop in his favourability rating from February to March.
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Self-driving taxis to transform Dubai's transport landscape by 2026
Self-driving taxis in Dubai will improve transport connectivity, reduce accidents, and begin trials in next year.
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US federal judge dismisses criminal case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams
Adams faced charges of conspiracy, fraud, soliciting illegal campaign contributions, and bribery, which he had denied.
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Singapore arrests two teenagers under security law for extremist plans
Authorities warn of youth radicalization as 17 under-21s faced action since 2015, allowing detention or restrictions
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Netanyahu to visit Hungary despite ICC arrest warrant over Gaza war crimes
Hungary must arrest ICC suspects but PM Orban vowed to ignore the warrant, allowing Netanyahu's visit.
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Turkiye rejects opposition's call for a one-day shopping boycott
After the mayor's arrest, Turkey’s opposition CHP urged a boycott of firms linked to President Erdogan’s government
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UK introduces electronic travel authorisation for European visitors
European travelers must secure an ETA before visiting the UK as part of new immigration security measures.
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Iceland’s Grindavík evacuated as volcanic eruption threatens village
Lava breaches barriers, forcing officials to evacuate residents from Grindavík, Iceland.
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Death toll from Myanmar earthquake rises to 2,900
In Thailand, search efforts continue in Bangkok, where an unfinished skyscraper collapsed due to the quake.
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Val Kilmer remembered: Six films that defined his legendary career
Val Kilmer’s unforgettable roles, from Batman to Iceman, left a lasting impact on cinema.
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Tornado watch issued in Oklahoma as severe storms threaten region
Severe storms with tornadoes, large hail, and damaging winds are expected in Oklahoma
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US imposes sanctions on Iranian drone, missile networks
US sanctions China, UAE entities for aiding Iran's drone program, citing security threats.
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Marco Rubio orders social media scrutiny for student visa applicants
Rubio orders diplomats to check social media of student visa applicants, raising censorship concerns
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US Senator Cory Booker breaks record with 25-hour speech against Trump
Cory Booker delivers a 25-hour speech in protest against Trump’s policies and agenda.
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Russia rejects latest US proposals for Ukraine peace deal
Russia says US proposals on Ukraine fail to address root causes of the conflict.
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Israel announces expansion of military operation in Gaza
Israel expands military operations in Gaza, seizing land and calling for evacuation of civilians.
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Susan Crawford defeats Elon Musk-backed candidate in US wisconsin race
Susan Crawford defeats Elon Musk-backed brad schimel, securing liberal majority
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US to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione over United Healthcare CEO murder
United Healthcare CEO Thompson was shot outside a Manhattan hotel on Dec. 4 while heading to an investor meeting
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Crete suffers worst flooding as storms pound Greek islands
Rescue crews freed seven on Crete as floods, rockslides hit; Chania saw highest rainfall in 24 hours, officials say.
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Israel's airstrikes and ground assaults kill 71 Palestinians in fresh offensive
Gaza's media office calls airstrike on clinic a "war crime," citing women, children, and elderly among the victims
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China stages military drills near Taiwan, labels president Lai a 'parasite'
The de facto US embassy, the American Institute in Taiwan, said the US would continue to support the island
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April Fools' Day: Did Warren Buffett buy Tesla for $1 trillion?
Here’s the rundown on some of the most viral (and totally bogus) pranks making the rounds today.