Police officers stand at the scene where a truck drove into a large crowd on Bourbon Street in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana, US on January 1, 2025. — Reuters At least 10 people were killed and 30 or more injured when a truck intentionally drove into a large crowd on Canal and Bourbon Street in New Orleans’ …
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At least 17 Palestinians were killed on Wednesday in Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip on the first day of 2025, according reports. An Israeli drone hit a home in the Bureij refugee camp in central Gaza, killing a woman and child and injuring several people, as per reports. Israeli artillery also shelled the eastern and northern parts of the …
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India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks during a meeting at The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Paris France, July 14, 2023. — Reuters Killings in Pakistan were not carried out by Indian citizens, says report. Alleged Indian intelligence official behind targeting of Zahoor Mistry, reveals report. Report says two Pakistanis, two Afghan citizens were hired to shoot Mistry. A methodical …
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South Korea’s impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol will be arrested before a warrant issued over his short-lived declaration of martial law expires next week, the country’s chief anticorruption investigator has said. Oh Dong-woon, the head of the Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials, told reporters on Wednesday that the arrest warrant against Yoon would be executed “within the valid period”, the …
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Valves and pipes are seen at a gas compressor station in the village of Boyarka, outside Kiev, April 22, 2015. — Reuters Ukraine halted purchase of Russian gas in 2015 after seizure of Crimea. Stoppage of gas flows expected amid ongoing Russia and Ukraine war. Ukraine staysadamant it would not extend deal amid military conflict. Russian natural gas exports via …
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The combined image shows Joe Biden and Donald Trump. — Reuters/File WASHINGTON: Like prior lame-duck US presidents, Joe Biden has been racing to complete unfinished business in an attempt to bolster his legacy — and protect his signature policies — before handing over the keys to the White House. With arch rival Donald Trump returning to power, Biden’s work to …
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From Sydney to Beijing to Nairobi, communities worldwide ushered in 2025 with breathtaking illuminations, heartfelt hugs, and festive activities. Auckland was the first major city to kick off the New Year celebrations as crowds flocked to the city centre and gathered atop its volcanic peaks to enjoy spectacular views of the fireworks. Nations in the South Pacific Ocean welcomed the …
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Firefighters take a look at the wreckage of the aircraft that crashed after it went off the runway, at Muan International Airport, in Muan, South Korea, December 31, 2024. — Reuters US, S Korean investigators comb over crash site since disaster took place. Both of plane’s black boxes were retrieved, says civil aviation deputy minister. Minister discloses second black box “was …
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A general view of the White House in Washington, U.S., October 2, 2021. — Reuters/ File Moscow-based GCE circulated disinformation about candidates: US. Cognitive Design Production Center planned influence operations. US to remain vigilant against adversaries undermining democracy. WASHINGTON: The United States (US) on Tuesday imposed sanctions on entities in Iran and Russia, accusing them of attempting to interfere in the …
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A woman takes a photo in front of a 2025 luminous sign before a countdown event to celebrate the New Year in Seoul on December 31, 2024. — AFP Crowds will marvel at fireworks and toast champagne to greet 2025 on Tuesday, waving goodbye to a year that brought Olympic glory, a dramatic Donald Trump return and turmoil in the …
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