48-hour curfew declared in Lagos after bar attack
48-hour curfew imposed after attack on bar in Nigerian city A 48-hour curfew has been imposed in the Nigerian city […]
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Myanmar junta leader Min Aung Hlaing nominated as president
Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing nominated as president Myanmar’s military junta leader, Min Aung Hlaing, has been nominated as
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Russia Expels British Diplomat Amid Espionage Allegations
Russia expels British diplomat over spying allegations Russia has expelled a British diplomat in response to the UK’s decision to
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Spain Closes Airspace to US Aircraft for Potential Iran Operations
Spain has made the decision to close its airspace to any US aircraft involved in potential military operations against Iran.
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Russian Oil Tanker NS Champion Arrives in Cuba Amid U.S.-Cuba Tensions
A Russian oil tanker has arrived in Cuba after President Trump’s administration appeared to loosen the blockade on the island
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United States Government Shutdown Becomes Longest in History
The partial government shutdown in the United States has now become the longest in the country’s history, with no immediate
Business
Chinese Tech Companies Expand Presence in Hong Kong amid Geopolitical Tensions
Chinese tech companies are rapidly expanding their presence in Hong Kong, with a race to set up offices and operations
Business
Financial Strain on India’s Middle Class amid Rising Costs
Educated and employed but still struggling: India’s middle class under strain The middle class in India, despite being educated and
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Australian Fugitive Dezi Freeman Fatally Shot by Police in Queensland
Australian fugitive Dezi Freeman was shot dead by police in a rural town in Queensland after months on the run,
Wars
Oil prices surge above $115 as Iran conflict enters fifth week
Oil prices have surged above $115 a barrel, and stock markets in Asia have slid as the war in Iran