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The head of UN Women told the Security Council that increasingly dire Taliban ...
 - UN urged to declare Taliban’s crackdown on Afghan women, girls ‘gender apartheid’
UN urged to declare Taliban’s crackdown on Afghan women, girls ‘gender apartheid’
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At least 100 people were killed and 150 injured after a fire broke out at a wedding in Iraq’s Nineveh ...
 - Fire at Iraqi wedding hall kills at least 100, injures 150
Fire at Iraqi wedding hall kills at least 100, injures 150
Quick Glance: Fire claims over 100 lives and injures 150 at Iraq wedding celebration
  • A fire that spread through a hall hosting a Christian wedding in northern Iraq claimed the lives of at least 100 people and injured 150 others, authorities reported on Wednesday. The death toll is expected to rise.

  • The fire occurred in Iraq's Nineveh province, in the Hamdaniya area, according to authorities.

  • This area is predominantly Christian and located just outside the city of Mosul, approximately 335 kilometers (205 miles) northwest of the capital, Baghdad.

  • Television footage showed flames engulfing the wedding hall as the fire rapidly spread.
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Hundreds of Sikh protesters rallied outside Indian diplomatic missions in Canada a week after Ottawa said Delhi may have played a role in the killing of a ... Show more
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They first met on Instagram five years ago, when one was completing his ...
Love's in the air - RSAF officer marries ex-SIA stewardess, names baby Maverick
Love's in the air
RSAF officer marries ex-SIA stewardess, names baby Maverick
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PM #NarendraModi visits Science City in #Gujarat 's Ahmedabad to take part in a programme marking the celebration of 20 years of #VibrantGujarat Global Summit Governor of Gujarat ... Show more
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The U.S. urged Azerbaijan to allow international access to Nagorno-Karabakh.
 - Over 50,000 Armenians flee enclave in Azerbaijan as exodus accelerates
Over 50,000 Armenians flee enclave in Azerbaijan as exodus accelerates
Quick Glance: Thousands of Armenians Flee Nagorno-Karabakh
  • Over 28,000 Armenians leave Karabakh

  • Roads out of the enclave overwhelmed

  • Death toll rises after fuel depot fire

  • US urges Azerbaijan to allow observers and aid
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Whether 11 or 19 days, the Sara-Duterte led OVP again resorts to generalizations on how ...
 - Duterte’s OVP says P125-M confidential fund given out in cash in 19 days
Duterte’s OVP says P125-M confidential fund given out in cash in 19 days
Quick Glance: Sara Duterte's 2022 Letter Sparks Confidential Fund Controversy
  • Vice President Sara Duterte received P125 million in confidential funds in 2022, despite requesting twice that amount from the DBM.

  • The biggest controversy Sara Duterte has faced since becoming vice president began with a letter she wrote.

  • The total amount she said she needed was not insignificant - P403.46 million for various purposes, including a request of P250 million for confidential expenses.

  • Lastly, the OVP sought P250 million in confidential funds for the "safe implementation of the various projects and activities under the Good Governance program."
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The Ministry of Defense is said to have known earlier that the radio equipment purchased for one ...
Bundeswehr - Radios do not fit in vehicles - Pistorius “angry”
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Radios do not fit in vehicles - Pistorius “angry”
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Foreign Minister Baerbock is concerned about the situation of the ...
Conflict in the South Caucasus - Baerbock urges the deployment of international observers
Conflict in the South Caucasus
Baerbock urges the deployment of international observers
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Frank Rubio landed in Kazakhstan around 7 a.m. Eastern time Wednesday in a ...
 - NASA astronaut lands after breaking U.S.-record for longest continuous spaceflight
NASA astronaut lands after breaking U.S.-record for longest continuous spaceflight
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Chief of Army Staff Gen Asim Munir on Wednesday said the Pakistan Army would continue to play its role in upholding peace and stability in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa ... Show more
Quick Glance: KP Women Exhibit 'Resilience' in Face of 'Fight against Terrorism': Gen Munir
  • Women in KP demonstrate their resilience despite the prolonged fight against terrorism.

  • Gen Munir encourages women of the province to participate in the progress and development of KP and the newly merged districts.

  • Pakistan Army will continue to fulfill its role in ensuring peace and stability in KPK to provide a secure environment for economic development.
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TAIPEI -- China's expansionist drive is sparking alarm across Asia and needs to be checked ...
 - Taiwan security chief says AUKUS, NATO must counter China threat
Taiwan security chief says AUKUS, NATO must counter China threat
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Watch | BJP MP #ManekaGandhi has called #ISKCON the "biggest cheat" in the country and alleged that they sold cows in their gaushalas to butchers.
Quick Glance: ISKCON accused of selling cows to butchers
  • According to BJP MP Maneka Gandhi, the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) sells its cows to butchers.

  • ISKCON dismisses the allegations as unsubstantiated and false.

  • A veterinary doctor's letter and statements from local politicians were presented as evidence.

  • ISKCON emphasizes that the cows and bulls are cared for throughout their lives and not sold.
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China's recent drills near Taiwan are aimed at combating the "arrogance" of ...
 - China says aim of its drills near Taiwan is to combat 'arrogance' of separatists
China says aim of its drills near Taiwan is to combat 'arrogance' of separatists
Quick Glance: China combats separatist arrogance with drills near Taiwan
  • China conducts drills near Taiwan to counter the arrogance of separatist forces.

  • Taiwan reports increased military activity from China, including land exercises.

  • China aims to resolutely combat Taiwan's independence aspirations.

  • The People's Liberation Army defends national sovereignty and territorial integrity.
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Babar Azam's Pakistan side arrived in Hyderabad ahead of the ICC World Cup 2023 on ...
Watch - Pakistan team arrives in India after 7 long years for ODI World Cup
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Pakistan team arrives in India after 7 long years for ODI World Cup
Quick Glance: VIDEO: Pakistan Cricket Team Arrives in India for World Cup 2023
  • The Pakistan cricket team, led by captain Babar Azam, arrived at India's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad on Wednesday ahead of World Cup 2023.

  • Upon reaching India, the Pakistani contingent of 18 players and 13 support personnel will be escorted by a convoy of 20 security vehicles to the hotel.

  • The team will participate in a training session the next day and is scheduled to play their first warm-up match against New Zealand on September 29.

  • Prior to departing for India, the national team captain, Babar Azam, requested prayers from cricket fans.
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Sri Lanka handpicked India. The nation extended its support to ...
India-Canada row - Sri Lanka backs India over Canada's allegations of killing Khalistani Terrorist
India-Canada row
Sri Lanka backs India over Canada's allegations of killing Khalistani Terrorist
Quick Glance: India examines America's friendship
  • Relations between Canada and India have significantly deteriorated.

  • Many in India believe that the Americans have abandoned Mr. Trudeau.

  • Instead of raising the alarm, it expressed concerns and urged India to cooperate with the Canadian investigation.

  • India may have underestimated the strength of Western solidarity.
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After living for over a year on the International Space Station, two Russians and an American have finally landed back on Earth ... Show more
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About 75 percent of Germans are currently dissatisfied with the traffic light government. Olaf Scholz and Annalena Baerbock are also feeling the effects of ... Show more
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South Korea put on the first large-scale military parade in a decade, with weapons ranging from ballistic missiles to tanks rolling through Seoul in a show of ... Show more
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Can the world still reach the 1.5 degree target? Yes, says a recent report from the International ...
We can do it - Solar success keeps the 1.5 degree goal alive
We can do it
Solar success keeps the 1.5 degree goal alive
Quick Glance: Renewable Energy Keeps 1.5-Degree Goal Achievable
  • IEA report emphasizes the need to move away from fossil fuels for energy transition

  • IEA acknowledges progress in renewable energy expansion

  • Paris Climate Agreement aims to limit global warming to below 2 degrees

  • Current policies are on track for a 2.8-degree increase by the end of the century
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Older customers feel badly treated by banks. In a survey, the majority of them reported blanket ...
Survey - Older people complain about discrimination by banks
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Older people complain about discrimination by banks
Quick Glance: Discrimination of Older People by Banks
  • Older customers feel mistreated.

  • Survey reveals widespread rejection of loan applications.

  • Older people perceive disadvantage in loan approval by banks.

  • Survey conducted with customers from 100 different banks.
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🇮🇳 When Narendra #Modi opened the G20 in New Delhi, he introduced himself not as Prime Minister of India, but as Prime Minister of Bharat ... Show more
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Beijing is examining the relationship between Fu Xiaotian and Qin Gang ...
 - Chinese TV presenter linked to missing foreign minister had surrogate child in US
Chinese TV presenter linked to missing foreign minister had surrogate child in US
Quick Glance: Chinese TV presenter and missing foreign minister linked: surrogate child in the US
  • Fu Xiaotian, 40, had a relationship with Qin Gang, according to six sources familiar with Fu and China’s foreign policy.

  • A source told the Financial Times that she confided about the surrogate pregnancy to a close associate last year.

  • Two other sources confirmed that she had a child through a surrogate.

  • Chinese authorities are investigating the relationship between Qin and Fu, although it remains unclear how crucial it was to his sudden disappearance in June and subsequent removal as foreign minister.
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BANGKOK (AFP): Two close allies of Myanmar's top general have been removed from the ...
source - Two allies of Myanmar junta chief probed for corruption
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Two allies of Myanmar junta chief probed for corruption
Quick Glance: Investigations into Corruption Involving Two Allies of Myanmar Junta Chief
  • Former Home Affairs Minister Soe Htut is returning to military duty as announced by state broadcaster Myawaddy during a reshuffle of the State Administration Council.

  • The military source confirmed reports that Moe Myint Tun, former chairman of the junta's investment commission, is also under investigation for corruption.

  • The updated list of council members broadcast by Myawaddy did not include Moe Myint Tun, who held positions on the boards of two military-run conglomerates with interests in various industries.

  • A military source told AFP, 'Lt General Soe Htut and Lt General Moe Myint Tun are being investigated in corruption cases.'
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ICYMI: Opposition Senator Risa Hontiveros joined Tuesday, September 26, those asking Vice President Sara Duterte to explain how did her office use up its P125 ... Show more
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Thailand’s central bank raised its benchmark interest rate to the highest level in 10 years ...
 - Thailand Raises Key Interest Rate to 10-Year High of 2.50%
Thailand Raises Key Interest Rate to 10-Year High of 2.50%
Quick Glance: Thailand's Central Bank Raises Key Rate to 2.5% in Surprise Move
  • The Bank of Thailand kept its key policy rate unchanged at 2.25% on September 27th.

  • Thailand's central bank defied market expectations by raising its policy rate for the eighth consecutive time in an effort to manage inflation.
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#VantageOnFirstpost : Afghanistan's currency, the Afghani has beaten the US dollar to become the world's best performing currency in this financial quarter ... Show more
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Keelung City hopes to boost tourism with the purchase of amphibious vehicles
 - 2 tourism duck boats to arrive in northern Taiwan
2 tourism duck boats to arrive in northern Taiwan
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🇵🇰🪖 #FOCUS - In #Pakistan , more than 2,100 police officers have been killed by #Islamic militants and 7,000 injured since 2001 near the border with #Afghanistan ... Show more
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China's Evergrande on verge of liquidation: The chairman of China's Evergrande group has been placed under police surveillance.
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China's Evergrande on verge of liquidation
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The federal government is offering up to 10,200 euros in funding for homeowners who ...
Run for funding - KFW program for electric cars exhausted after just one day
Run for funding
KFW program for electric cars exhausted after just one day
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Quick Glance: Hi-Life customer wins NT$10 million with 2 drinks for NT$44
  • Winner of Taiwan Receipt Lottery wins NT$10 million with 2 drinks for NT$44

  • Winning number for NT$2 million Grand Prize: 39597522

  • If the numbers on the receipt match any of these three sets in the correct order: prize NT$200,000
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BREAKING: The House will transfer the proposed confidential and intelligence funds of the Office of the Vice President, DepEd ... Show more
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🇹🇷 Turkish President Recep Tayyip #Erdogan was in #Azerbaijan 🇦🇿 Monday, on an official state visit, as the conflict in #NagornoKarabakh escalated. Here's why 👇
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Khalistan terrorist Gurpatwant Singh issued a fresh threat to India as he called the upcoming cricket world cup in India 'world terror cup' ... Show more
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The Senate Standing Committee on Overseas Pakistanis was informed on Wednesday that a growing number of beggars from Pakistan were moving abroad ... Show more
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HAPPENING NOW: World leaders gather for the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly. trib.al/S5Xbep4
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Tausende Armenier fliehen aus ihrer Heimat Nagornyj Karabach ...
Flucht der Karabach-Armenier - „Wie soll man mit jemandem leben, der dich töten will?“
Flucht der Karabach-Armenier
„Wie soll man mit jemandem leben, der dich töten will?“
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With the House and Senate racing toward the Sept. 30 deadline to pass funding bills ...
 - More in new poll would blame Republicans for shutdown
More in new poll would blame Republicans for shutdown
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As an Indo-European language, it is even distantly related to German. The Hittites recorded them on a cuneiform ...
 - Archaeologists unearth an unknown language
Archaeologists unearth an unknown language
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The situation on the border between Israel and the Gaza Strip has been tense for days ...
New tensions in the Gaza Strip - With balloons against Israel
New tensions in the Gaza Strip
With balloons against Israel
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After a summer where he lost his game and confidence, Justin Thomas has his swagger back for ...
Ryder Cup 2023 - It seems like Justin Thomas has his swagger back
Ryder Cup 2023
It seems like Justin Thomas has his swagger back
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Former Pakistani PM Imran Khan has been transferred to another jail after his judicial remand in ‘cipher’ case is extended until October 10. 🔗: aje.io/p2ui52
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Zechprellerei is the act of leaving a restaurant without paying, or 'dine-and-dash' as it might be dubbed in ...
German word of the day - Die Zechprellerei
German word of the day
Die Zechprellerei
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Trilateral discussions to resume in response to Beijing’s fears over growing US influence in ...
 - China, Japan and South Korea agree talks to calm fears over US ties
China, Japan and South Korea agree talks to calm fears over US ties
Quick Glance: South Korea, China, Japan plan high-level talks for trilateral summit
  • High-level meeting planned to discuss three-way cooperation and explore summit resumption

  • South Korean Foreign Minister also met with Chung, Funakoshi, and Nong the previous day

  • Talks on reviving tripartite summit diplomacy following improved relations between Seoul and Tokyo

  • South Korea, as current chair of trilateral cooperation mechanism, aims to host summit within the year
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Senator Ronald dela Rosa wants the DFA to have confidential funds even though the agency is not asking for it.