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WorldMay 22

China Commerce Minister Skips APEC Opening, Foreign Minister to Chair UN Security Council

China's commerce minister missed the APEC summit opening due to urgent business while the foreign minister prepares for UN duties.

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WorldMay 22

Shell Appeals Dutch Court Ruling on Climate Emissions to Supreme Court

Shell is challenging a Dutch court order requiring emissions cuts in the country's highest court.

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WorldMar 10

Four Men Face U.S. Trial Over 2021 Assassination of Haitian President

Four defendants are being prosecuted in South Florida federal court for allegedly plotting the 2021 killing of Haitian President Jovenel Moise.

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WorldMar 29

Princeton Student Released After 903 Days in Iraqi Captivity

Elizabeth Tsurkov, a Princeton doctoral student, was freed in September 2025 after being held hostage by an Iran-backed militia in Iraq for over two years.

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WorldApr 16

Pope Leo XIV and President Trump Exchange Criticism During Papal Africa Trip

America's first pope and President Trump have engaged in public disagreement over war rhetoric and peace statements during the pontiff's 11-day Africa visit.

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WorldApr 24

Britain Reaffirms Sovereignty Over Falkland Islands to United States

The UK has formally communicated to the US that sovereignty over the Falkland Islands remains with Britain.

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WorldMay 21

Ships face marine growth buildup in Gulf amid waterway disruptions

Vessels trapped in Gulf waters are experiencing barnacle and jellyfish infestations while few ships navigate the Strait of Hormuz during ongoing maritime disruptions.

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WorldMay 21

Latvia Issues Drone Alert, Scrambles NATO Jets; Ukraine Launches Northern Operation

Latvia detected unidentified drones and deployed NATO fighter jets while Ukraine began major military operations against northern threats.

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WorldMay 29

Orthodox Jewish Women in Israel Gain Access to Rabbinic Exams

Women in Israel's Orthodox Jewish community can now take rabbinic certification exams previously restricted to men, though they still cannot become rabbis.

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WorldMar 9

Turkey Reports Second Iranian Ballistic Missile Intercepted by NATO Air Defenses

Turkish officials announced that NATO defense systems successfully intercepted a second Iranian ballistic missile in Turkish airspace.

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WorldMay 10

German Defense Procurement and European Defense Tech Investment in Focus

Germany reportedly revives Tomahawk missile purchase efforts while defense startup Helsing seeks $18bn valuation amid increased defense investment.

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WorldApr 15

250 Missing After Migrant Boat Sinks in Indian Ocean

A trawler carrying migrants sank in the Indian Ocean, leaving 250 people missing according to United Nations reports.

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WorldApr 15

North Korea conducts missile tests from naval vessel with Kim Jong Un observing

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un observed cruise and anti-ship missile launches from a naval destroyer during weapons tests on Sunday.

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WorldFeb 26

Mexican Cartel Leader 'El Mencho' Reportedly Killed in Villa Raid Near Tapalpa

Multiple news outlets report on the villa where alleged cartel leader 'El Mencho' was reportedly killed during a raid near the town of Tapalpa, Mexico.

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WorldJun 13

UK PM Starmer Holds Diplomatic Discussions on Defense and Iran

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer engaged in separate diplomatic conversations regarding UK defense planning and Iran conflict resolution.

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