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World5d ago

Colombia authorizes culling of up to 80 hippos descended from Pablo Escobar's zoo

Colombian officials plan to kill dozens of feral hippos brought by drug lord Pablo Escobar in the 1980s due to threats to native species and local communities.

4 sources
WorldApr 6

Russian Attack Kills Three in Odesa as Ukraine Targets Oil Infrastructure

A Russian drone strike killed three civilians in Ukraine's Odesa while Ukrainian forces targeted Russian oil facilities in retaliatory attacks.

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World5d ago

Pope Leo XIV Visits Algeria, Following in Footsteps of St. Augustine

Pope Leo XIV made his first papal visit to Algeria, focusing on St. Augustine's North African heritage and promoting interfaith dialogue.

2 sources
World4d ago

Israeli and Palestinian Authors Collaborate on Peace Book After Personal Tragedies

An Israeli whose parents died on Oct. 7 and a Palestinian whose brother died in Israeli custody co-authored a book about peace in the Middle East.

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WorldApr 10

Cuban President Rejects U.S. Calls to Step Down in Exclusive Interview

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel told NBC News that stepping down is 'not part of our vocabulary' amid reported U.S. pressure for his resignation.

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WorldApr 7

Russia and China Veto UN Resolution on Strait of Hormuz Shipping Protection

Russia and China vetoed a UN Security Council resolution aimed at protecting commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, despite multiple revisions to weaken the proposal.

4 sources
WorldApr 1

Israel Plans Buffer Zone in Southern Lebanon, UK Sends Additional Troops to Middle East

Israel's defense minister announced plans for a buffer zone extending to Lebanon's Litani River and house demolitions near the border, while the UK is deploying more troops and air defense systems to the region.

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World6d ago

Benin Holds Presidential Election as Finance Minister Expected to Win

Benin conducted its presidential election Sunday with the finance minister favored to succeed term-limited President Patrice Talon.

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WorldMar 31

Trump Comments on Iran as U.S. Troops Deploy to Middle East

President Trump made statements about Iran regime change while thousands of additional U.S. forces arrive in the Middle East region.

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World5d ago

Former Nigerian Oil Minister Denies Bribery Charges in UK

Diezani Alison-Madueke faces accusations of accepting bribes while serving as Nigeria's petroleum minister.

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WorldMar 31

Defense Secretary Hegseth Briefs on Iran Conflict, Reveals Middle East Troop Visit

Pete Hegseth held Pentagon briefing on Iran war and disclosed weekend visit to U.S. troops in Middle East region.

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WorldApr 10

Ukraine Reports Strike on Russian Oil Rigs; Kremlin Downplays Diplomatic Activity

Ukraine claimed attacks on Russian drilling platforms while diplomatic developments and regional tensions continue amid the ongoing conflict.

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World6d ago

Pope Leo Begins Four-Country Tour of Africa

Pope Leo embarks on a pastoral visit to four African nations, highlighting the continent's growing Catholic population.

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World6d ago

Israeli Ambassador Says U.S. and Israel Coordinating Closely on Iran Operations

Israeli Ambassador Michael Leiter stated the two nations have been coordinated in planning and implementation regarding Iran conflict.

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WorldApr 10

Regional Diplomatic Activities Across Asia-Pacific as Leaders Schedule High-Level Visits

Multiple diplomatic developments emerge across Asia-Pacific region with scheduled leadership visits and peace discussions.

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