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The Most Pressing Global Issues in 2024

As we navigate through 2024, the world is experiencing significant transformations, challenges, and opportunities. From geopolitical shifts to environmental concerns, technological advancements to societal upheavals, the global landscape is evolving rapidly. Here’s

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Man who burned Quran ‘shot dead in Sweden’

A man who sparked violent protests after burning the Quran has been shot dead in Sweden.Salwan Momika was killed in an apartment in Södertälje, Stockholm, on Wednesday evening, prosecutors told.Unrest broke out

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US Air Force removes lessons on black WWII pilots from training

Donald Trump’s move to block diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives has led to the US Air Force reviewing material on the role of black and female pilots during World War Two

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Trump ally criticises pardons for violent Jan 6 offenders

A top Trump ally in the Senate has criticised President Donald Trump’s decision to issue a blanket pardon for his nearly 1,600 supporters arrested for their role in the Capitol riot on

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Co-operate or else: Trump’s Colombia face-off is warning to all leaders

Less than a week into his presidency, Donald Trump has briefly engaged in his first international tariff dispute. And the target wasn’t China, Mexico or Canada – frequent subjects of his ire

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US orders immediate pause to foreign aid, leaked memo says

The US State Department has issued a halt to nearly all existing foreign assistance and paused new aid, according to an internal memo sent to officials and US embassies abroad.The leaked notice

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Trump moves to expand ‘fast-track’ deportations

The Trump administration has expanded the process to swiftly deport undocumented immigrants who cannot prove they have lived in the US continuously for two years or more.The “expedited removal” policy, which has

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Jamie Oliver pulls ‘offensive’ children’s book from sale

Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver has pulled his new children’s book from the shelves after complaints that it stereotyped Indigenous Australians.The 400-page fantasy novel Billy and the Epic Escape, which was published earlier

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Dozens detained after protesters defy ban in Amsterdam

Dozens of pro-Palestinian demonstrators have been detained by police in Amsterdam after defying a ban on public protests in the Dutch capital.Hundreds gathered in Dam Square on Sunday, calling for an end

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Modi condemns violence after Canada temple incident

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has criticised the “cowardly attempts to intimidate our diplomats” in a deepening diplomatic row with Canada.Both countries expelled each other’s top envoys last month after Canadian officials

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Trump and Vance possible targets of China-backed cyber attack

US authorities say cybercriminals linked to China may have attempted to tap into the phones or networks used by former President Donald Trump and his running mate, Senator JD Vance, a number

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‘Panda Dogs’: Chinese zoo goes viral for luring visitors with painted pups

A zoo in China has admitted its star attraction, two so-called pandas, are just painted dogs. The fluffy Chow Chow dogs painted to resemble the country’s beloved national animal were seen in

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Why America is Not Ready for the War of the Future

For much of the past century, the United States has been seen as the dominant military power on the global stage. From World War II to the Cold War, and more recently

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Superyacht sinking: Captain under investigation for manslaughter

Prosecutors in Italy are investigating the captain of a superyacht that sank during a storm off Sicily last week, killing seven people, on possible charges including manslaughter, his lawyer said Monday. James

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Exploring the Global Landscape: Political Developments, Cultural Celebrations, and Technological Advancements

Exploring the Happenings Around the World As our world becomes more interconnected, it is essential to stay informed about the happenings around the globe. From political events to cultural celebrations, there is

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