Modi Govโt Allowed BJP to Illegally Encash Expired Electoral Bonds: Union Finance Ministry forced SBI to accept expired bonds, against its own rules ...
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Quick Glance: Poll Bonds: India's Electoral Democracy Challenges - SC's Next Move
- Fresh data on electoral bonds purchase patterns have emerged, with the Election Commission of India (ECI) publishing details of bonds sold and encashed before April 12, 2019.
- The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) received Rs 2,658.35 crore in electoral bonds between March 2018 and April 2019, while the Congress party received Rs 530.1 crore.
- The Supreme Court has a significant role in investigating the electoral bonds data scandal and ensuring transparency in political funding.
- The courts could decide to disqualify the BJP from the upcoming elections if they find that the party is being supported through a corrupt financing scheme.
Japan Raises Interest Rates for First Time in 17 Years: Higher inflation and rising wages suggest that the countryโs economy can grow without such aggressive ...
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Israel Will Dispatch Team to Hear Biden Administration Worries on Rafah: Israelโs prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, agreed to the request in a call with ...
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Jewish stars including Debra Messing and Eli Roth denounce Jonathan Glazerโs Oscars speech
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Israeli and Palestinian Economies Suffering from Ban on Workers: The painful decoupling offers a glimpse of what awaits both sides if the war in Gaza permanently ...
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EU, Philippines Announce Restart of Free Trade Talks Seven Years After Halt: The EU and the Philippines announced the resumption of their free trade negotiations ...
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Netanyahu agrees to send Israeli officials to Washington to discuss prospective Rafah operation
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Quick Glance: Biden-Netanyahu Call on Gaza Crisis
- President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed the growing divide between allies regarding the food crisis in Gaza and the war.
- Biden supported Schumer's criticism of Netanyahu's conduct in a speech, but did not explicitly endorse a new election in Israel.
- The USA criticized Netanyahu's plan for an operation in Rafah without adequate protection for innocent Palestinian civilians.
- The UN World Food Program warned of an imminent famine in Gaza, stating that further war escalation could push half of the population to the brink of starvation.
India Buying More US Oil as Sanctions Stifle Russian Flows: Indian oil refiners are on track to take the most American crude in almost a year after tighter ...
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Anti-Modi Opposition Alliance in India Is Faltering as Election Approaches: Rahul Gandhi, the face of Indiaโs political opposition, concluded a 65-day trek ...
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Islamabad beat Multan in thrilling PSL final with last-ball boundary - News | Khaleej Times
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Chinese authorities accuse Evergrande of inflating revenues by $80bn: Preliminary decision by regulator marks first detailed allegations against developer and ...
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Quick Glance: Bank of England to Maintain Interest Rates amid Inflation Signals
- The Bank of England is expected to keep interest rates unchanged as it looks for clearer signs that pay growth and services inflation are cooling enough to allow for a cut in borrowing costs.
- Financial markets are largely predicting that the BoE's benchmark rate will be held at 5.25 percent, marking the fifth consecutive meeting with no change.
- Steady monetary policy in the UK this week would align with major central banks like the Federal Reserve and the European Central Bank, indicating that rate reductions will only come when inflation is consistently decreasing.
- The BoE remains cautious about weighting individual labor market releases and will wait for more data on new wage settlements before committing to rate cuts. Official inflation figures for February are expected to further decrease to 3.6 percent.
The death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini, a Kurdish Iranian woman, while in the custody of Iranโs morality police was unlawful, a UN fact-finding mission said www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/mahsa-aminis-death-iran-custody-was-unlawful-says-un-mission-2024-03-18/
Bangladesh, Pakistan and India bottom in air quality rankings in 2023, data shows
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North Korea says Kim Jong Un supervised tests of rocket launchers targeting Seoul
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Quick Glance: North Korea's Kim oversees firing drills with 'super-large' rocket launchers - state media reports
- According to state media KCNA, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised firing drills by artillery units in the western region involving 'newly-equipped super-large' multiple rocket launchers.
- The exercises also involved executing a simulated air explosion of a shell from the super-large multiple rocket launcher at a specified altitude above the target.
- Kim emphasized the need for modernizing and strengthening artillery forces, highlighting the 'strategic duties as the core central striking means' of the 600mm rocket launchers in war preparations.
- In a departure from decades of its inter-Korean policy, Pyongyang has terminated a military pact and designated the South as a hostile enemy state.
Fenerbahce to consider withdrawing from Super Lig after players attacked: Fenerbahce will consider withdrawing from the Turkish top flight after some of their ...
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Quick Glance: Conflict Arises Between Trabzonspor and Fenerbahce
- Conflicts emerged between players and fans on the pitch after the game.
- Trabzonspor fans stormed the field and attacked Fenerbahce players.
- Tensions escalated when Batshuayi scored the crucial goal and objects were thrown onto the field.
- The Turkish Football Federation denounced the incidents as 'unacceptable' and vowed to take legal action against those responsible.
West decries Putin's landslide election win, China congratulates him: Western governments lined up on Monday to condemn Vladimir Putin's landslide election ...
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Quick Glance: Putin revels in electoral victory amidst quiet protests
- Putin secures fifth term easily after suppressing opposition.
- Voters had virtually no choice in the election.
- Critics view the results as predetermined, Putin sees them as trust.
- Protests by the opposition, both in Russia and globally, are downplayed by Putin.
South Korea Weddings: More Couples Got Married in 2023, Ending Decade of Decline: South Korean marriages ticked up for the first time in about a decade last year ...
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Messi fans to get 50% refund for Hong Kong fiasco: HONG KONG: Fans who snapped up tickets to watch Lionel Messi in Hong Kong, only for him to sit out the ...
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Quick Glance: Disappointed Messi Fans Offered 50% Refund Without Legal Action
- Fans can receive 50% of their tickets by May if they forego legal complaints.
- Refunds will be processed within 30 days after the deadline.
- Ticket buyers must agree not to pursue any further legal complaints.
- Messi apologizes and emphasizes no political factors were involved.
Indonesia fishing village grapples with piles of trash brought in by tides: Solikah, an Indonesian housewife living in the fishing village of Teluk ...
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Singapore opposition leader charged for lying to parliament: Pritam Singh, who pleaded not guilty, faces a jail term of up to three years or a maximum fine of ...
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Taiwan's vice president-elect makes Czech visit after US trip: Taiwan's vice president-elect and former de facto ambassador to Washington, Hsiao Bi-khim ...
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Number of South Korea marriages edges up in 2023 after 11 years of falls: The number of marriages in South Korea rose in 2023 for the first time in more than a ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea Witnesses Increase in Marriage Rates in 2023 After Long Decline
- The number of marriages in South Korea rose in 2023 for the first time in more than a decade, driven by pent-up demand from couples who postponed their weddings during the pandemic.
- The slight uptick in marriages last year followed a significant decline in South Korea's fertility rate in 2023, as women, concerned about career advancement and the cost of raising children, delayed childbirth or opted not to have children.
- Marriages involving foreign partners saw a notable increase for the second consecutive year, rising by 18.3% to 19,717.
- The government has pledged to implement 'extraordinary measures' to address the low birth rate, with political parties promising public housing and easier loans for young South Koreans ahead of the April election.
Pakistani Airstrikes in Afghanistan Kill at Least 8, Taliban Officials Say: The pre-dawn strikes escalated tensions between two countries that have clashed over ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/18/world/asia/pakistan-airstrikes-afghanistan-taliban.html
Funds maintain large short yen position ahead of BOJ decision: Hedge funds have cut back their huge bet against the yen ahead of the Bank of Japan's policy ...
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Japan's scallops, spurned by China, head to high-end U.S. market: LOS ANGELES -- Japan is setting up a supply chain for Hokkaido scallops bound for the U.S ...
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Taiwan's first pro boxing league to kick off in Taipei Friday - Focus Taiwan: Taipei, March 18 (CNA) The first-ever professional boxing league in Taiwan will ...
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๐ด Palestinians flee the area after Israeli bombardment in central Gaza City. LIVE updates: www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/3/19/israels-war-on-gaza-live-israel-holds-al-jazeera-reporter-for-12-hours
Many hospitals in China stop newborn delivery services as birth rate drops: Many hospitals in China have stopped offering newborn delivery services this year ...
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Mended and washed: Uniqlo expands sales of used clothes: TOKYO -- Japanese casualwear chain Uniqlo will broaden sales of used clothing, offering spring-summer ...
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Pakistanโs generals look increasingly desperate: A fraudulent election may not keep Imran Khanโs fans at bay
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Quick Glance: Pakistan's Generals in a Desperate Situation
- Nawaz Sharif's Pakistan Muslim League party (PML-N) is back in power, but the former prime minister appears gloomy.
- Despite the army's attempts to manipulate the elections, independent candidates linked to Imran Khan's party emerged victorious.
- The army interfered in the election process, leading to questionable results and a fragile government coalition.
- Pakistan's political landscape is shifting due to growing discontent towards the army and a persistent economic crisis threatening the country's stability.
Israel launches night raid on Gaza al-Shifa hospital: Eye witnesses described panic and gunfire around the hospital in Gaza City after IDF troops moved in.
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UNICEF says over 13,000 children killed in Gaza in Israel offensive: The U.N. children's agency said on Sunday over 13,000 children have been killed in Gaza in ...
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Blinken in Manila as South China Sea tensions rise: Friction has grown between Manila and Beijing over competing claims in the South China Sea.
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Israeli military again raids Gaza's main hospital, claiming Hamas is using it as a base
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Quick Glance: IDF Orders Evacuation of Gaza's al-Shifa Hospital and Surroundings
- The Israeli military urged Palestinians sheltering in Gaza City's al-Shifa Hospital, the largest in the embattled coastal area, and its environs to leave the conflict zone as Israeli troops move in once again.
- A spokesman for the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) wrote in Arabic on X, formerly Twitter, that everyone in the Rimal neighbourhood of Gaza City as well as everyone inside the al-Shifa Hospital should leave the area immediately to ensure their safety and proceed to the humanitarian zone in al-Mawasi.
- The IDF stated that senior members of the Palestinian militant group Hamas were using the badly damaged hospital "to conduct and promote terrorist activity".
- International observers and world leaders have increasingly been pressuring Israel to let more aid into Gaza, accusing the government of not doing enough, while Israel rejects the accusations.
Hong Kong stars Joey Yung, Charlene Choi and Gillian Chung spotted in Singapore: The three friends are likely in town to filmย their travel reality series ...
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Armenian PM signals willingness to make territorial concessions to facilitate border deal
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Nvidia expands ties with Chinese EV makers as auto AI race heats up: Nvidia said on Monday it is expanding its collaborations with BYD and other Chinese ...
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Quick Glance: Nvidia Expands Partnerships with Chinese EV Makers
- Nvidia expands collaborations with Chinese automakers to advance self-driving vehicles and AI technology.
- BYD to utilize Nvidia's Drive Thor chips for autonomous driving and digital functions.
- Chinese auto brands intensify partnerships with Nvidia to enhance global presence.
- Nvidia announces partnerships with companies like Cerence and Lenovo for AI technology development.
BOJ Governor Ueda proposes ending negative rates as board chair - NHK: Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda has proposed ending negative rates as chair of the ...
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Taiwan teacher in social media doghouse after dropping squealing cat onto floor in class experiment, promises feline best pet food as compensation
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Japan's bullet train network just became bigger with new stops: FUKUI, Japan -- A new section of Japan's shinkansen bullet train network opened ...
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Nvidia supplier SK Hynix begins mass production of next generation memory chip: SK Hynix Inc said on Tuesday it has begun mass production of next-generation ...
reuters.com/technology/nvidia-supplier-sk-hynix-begins-mass-production-next-generation-memory-chip-2024-03-19/
PMAs should be reserved for those with certified medical needs or walking difficulties: Sellers, therapists
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Parents and students stand in front of a school in Yangon, #Myanmar June 2, 2021.
๐ The number of high school students registered to take a key exam in Myanmar ...
Actor Sammo Hung unhappy with comments on Jackie Chanโs 'old' appearance: Sammo Hung defended Jackie Chan, saying what matters is staying healthy as one ages.
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Quick Glance: Actor Sammo Hung defends Jackie Chan's appearance amid criticism
- Hong Kong action star Sammo Hung has defended fellow artiste Jackie Chan after some netizens disparaged Chanโs appearance.
- Hung made the comments at the Hong Kong Film Directorsโ Guild annual dinner and awards presentation on March 15, expressing concern over negative remarks about Chan's looks.
- Having undergone a knee operation in 2017, Hung admitted to still experiencing leg pain and being unsure about whether he should continue exercising.
- The actor, once part of the Seven Little Fortunes group with Chan, raised doubts about exercising in his 70s and mentioned that his only physical activity now involves eating.
Netanyahu says heโs trying everything to get more aid to Gaza. Aid groups say thatโs not true
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Fabric and crafts retailer Joann files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection: What to know
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Quick Glance: Joann Files Bankruptcy Due to Consumer Decline
- The fabric and crafting retailer Joann Inc. took the step to file for bankruptcy as it faced challenges in sustaining its financial obligations following a period of decreased sales after the pandemic lockdowns.
- Following the bankruptcy proceedings, the Hudson, Ohio-based chain is set to transition to private ownership under the supervision of specific creditors and industry stakeholders, as indicated in an official company statement.
- Having previously managed to reduce its debt outside of court in 2020, the retail chain found itself grappling with supply chain disruptions and inflation, prompting consumers to scale back on discretionary spending.
- The legal proceedings for this matter are under the designation of JOANN Inc., 24-10418, in the US Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware.
China protests Taiwan minister's role at Seoul summit backed by U.S.: China rebuked South Korea on Monday for Taiwan's participation in a U.S ...
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Quick Glance: Criticism of Taiwan's Minister at U.S.-Backed Seoul Summit
- China criticizes South Korea for Taiwan's involvement at a democracy summit in Seoul, where Digital Minister Audrey Tang delivered an unexpected video message.
- China opposes Taiwan's participation at the conference, urging Seoul to adhere to the one-China principle and not provide a platform for Taiwanese independence forces.
- Tang's presence at the event was not disclosed beforehand by authorities in Taiwan or South Korea. She emphasized the necessity of a democratic approach to address artificial intelligence challenges in her video message.
- Tang's attendance at Biden's inaugural democracy summit in 2021 also sparked objections from China, prompting U.S. officials to halt the video feed of her comments following a map in her presentation depicting Taiwan distinct from China.
Famine 'Imminent' In North Gaza As Palestinians Continue To Starve: IPC Report: Harrowing data from a U.N.-backed group warns that Palestinians are still ...
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LIVE: Taraweeh prayer from Mecca: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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China seen leaving benchmark lending rates unchanged in March: China is widely expected to leave benchmark lending rates unchanged on Wednesday ...
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โSingapore kaya toastโ is among worldโs 100 best sandwiches. Malaysians say itโs โstolenโ from them
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Biden warns Netanyahu against โmistakeโ of invading Rafah: White House: The US president reportedly told Israeli prime minister that a โcoherent strategyโ is ...
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Putin wins big in Central Asia, but Kazakhstan spoils party: President Vladimir Putin performed strongly in the elections in most of Central Asia ...
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Top Japan banks weigh first rate hikes on ordinary deposits in 17 years after BOJ
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NR #NarayanaMurthy , the founder of Infosys, has gifted his four-month-old grandson Ekagrah Rohan Murthy with shares of the company worth โน240 crore ...
White House Confirms Israel Killed Hamas Number Three: Marwan Issa is said to have helped plan the October 7 massacres. The death of the deputy commander of the ...
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๐ดLive: Biden summons Israeli team to DC to discuss how to avoid Rafah assault: US President Joe Biden said Monday he had told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin ...
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The Dawn of Indiaโs Semiconductor Era: New Delhi is looking to develop an entire ecosystem, from design to manufacturing, rather than focusing on a specific ...
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Sealed off area: UN warns of imminent famine in the Gaza Strip: According to the UN, a good half of the people trapped in the Gaza Strip are at risk of dire ...
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Fierce rivals Honda and Nissan join forces to take on Chinese car makers: Two rival Japanese car makers have announced they will work together on electric ...
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Israeli forces kill 20 gunmen in Gaza's Shifa hospital, military says: Israeli forces have killed 20 Palestinian gunmen in Gaza's Al Shifa hospital and ...
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War in the Gaza Strip: Israel reports death of prominent Hamas official during operation at Shifa Hospital
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Quick Glance: Israel Reports Death of Prominent Hamas Official in Schifa Hospital Operation
- Israeli soldiers kill Faik al-Mabhuh, head of Hamas security department.
- Army reports 20 terrorists killed and dozens arrested at Schifa Hospital.
- Al-Mabhuh was armed and hiding in the hospital, killed during confrontation.
- Eyewitnesses describe intense gunfights, including a journalist from Al-Jazeera among those detained.
Gujarat University: Foreign students attacked in India over Ramadan prayers: Five men have been arrested in Gujarat after the students were assaulted while ...
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Sydney Sweeney explains why she signed on to panned Madame Web movie: Sweeney stars alongside Dakota Johnson in Sonyโs blockbuster movie
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China and North Korea applaud Putin's election victory: TOKYO -- China and North Korea applauded Russian President Vladimir Putin's victory in a virtually ...
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US must improve copper mine permitting process, Freeport CEO says: The U.S. must improve its mine permitting process if it hopes to boost domestic supplies of ...
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Israel has asked the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to reject South Africa's request to issue more emergency orders for it to step up humanitarian aid to ... Show more
South Korea's Yoon warns of tech threat to democracy at summit: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on Monday called fake news and disinformation based on AI ...
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Quick Glance: Understanding the Significance of South Korea Hosting the 'Summit for Democracy'
- South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol emphasized the need for actions against digital threats to freedom at the Democracy Summit in Seoul. This marks the third edition of the summit, with the presence of US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and other foreign officials.
- The main focus of this year's summit was the impact of digital technologies on democracy. Key topics included challenges such as misinformation, artificial intelligence, and deep fakes. Additionally, organizers aimed to promote the engagement of young individuals in democratic processes.
- Distinguished participants at the summit included senior officials from various nations, such as Blinken, British Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden, and the foreign ministers of Ecuador, Gambia, Indonesia, Guyana, and Mauritius. Notably, Biden is set to participate in the plenary session.
- Despite its objectives, the Democracy Summit has faced scrutiny from human rights advocates over its ability to prompt invited world leaders to take significant actions during the virtual events.
Netanyahu rails against US criticism of leadership in war with Hamas: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is sharply protesting against growing criticism ...
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Liberia Strongman Competitor Thomas Seeton to Compete in U95 Middleweight Category at World Strongman Championships in Dubai
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In 1958, a brand new writing system was introduced in China called Pinyin. It was invented by economist Zhou Youguang, who is credited with helping billions ...
๐ด ๐ฎ๐ฑ ๐ต๐ธ #Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin #Netanyahu on Sunday reiterated his determination to go ahead with a planned ground #offensive in #Rafah in southern #Gaza ...
Pakistani father of 6 wins SUV worth about Dh300,000 in Big Ticket draw - News | Khaleej Times
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