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US-Russia Diesel Deal Marks a Sharp Policy Reversal
Donald Trump says the United States will obtain diesel from Russia as fuel prices rise. The move reverses years of pressure tied to the Ukraine war.
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Houthis Claim Riyadh Airport Attack: What Is Confirmed and What Is Not
Yemen’s Houthis say they targeted Riyadh airport with a ballistic missile. Here is the distinction between the claim and independently confirmed facts.
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Houthi Attacks on Saudi Airports Deepen the Yemen Escalation
Houthis claimed new attacks on Saudi airports and Aden as fighting in Yemen escalated. Here is what is confirmed, disputed and at risk next.
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Quebec Election 2026: Separatist Parti Québécois Wins, Falls Short of Majority
The Parti Québécois returned to power in Quebec but fell short of a majority, reopening debate about independence and a possible referendum.
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Russia Plague Case Explained: Is It Spreading and What Is the Real Risk?
Russia’s suspected plague case in Irkutsk explained: what is confirmed, why contacts are being monitored and whether there is evidence of wider spread.
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Yemen Government Forces Strike Houthi Targets in Sanaa and Saada
Forces aligned with Yemen's internationally recognised government say they struck Houthi targets in Sanaa and Saada as regional fighting escalates.
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North Korea Ballistic Missile Launch: What Happened on October 3
North Korea launched a ballistic missile from the Wonsan area on October 3. Here is the reported flight path, regional response and wider context.
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Russia Strikes Kyiv as Dnipro Bridge Closures Disrupt City Travel
Russian air strikes killed one person in Kyiv, injured two and forced temporary closures of two Dnipro River bridges, according to city authorities.
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Russian Air Strikes Injure Two in Kyiv and Odesa, Officials Say
Ukrainian officials said Russian air strikes injured one person in Kyiv and one in Odesa on October 1, with infrastructure damage reported in Odesa.
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WHO: Cholera Deaths Rose 30% in 2025 Despite Fewer Cases
WHO reported 7,870 cholera deaths in 2025, up 30% despite fewer cases. See where the burden was concentrated and why timely care matters.
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PTI Islamabad March Postponed to October 4: What Changed and Why Roads Were Blocked
PTI's planned September 27 march to Islamabad was postponed to October 4. Here is the confirmed timeline, security response and what remains uncertain.
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UN Sea-Level Rise Meeting Puts Coastal Survival on Global Agenda
The UN's 2026 high-level sea-level rise meeting focused global attention on coastal survival, climate finance, migration, legal certainty and adaptation.
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Guterres Sets Four Global Tests in Final UN Assembly Address
In his final General Assembly opening address as UN chief, António Guterres challenged leaders on war, inequality, climate action and artificial intelligence.
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US-China Trade Truce Now Runs to January as Trump-Xi Talks Approach
The US-China trade truce has been extended to January 10, 2027, creating more negotiating time before high-level talks between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.
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Canada-ASEAN Trade Talks Are 90% Complete: Why Singapore and Asia Are Watching
Canada says its ASEAN and Philippines trade negotiations are more than 90% complete, with a target to finish before a November Manila visit.
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G7 Calls on Iran to Stop Arming Houthis: Why Red Sea Shipping Is at Stake
G7 foreign ministers urged Iran to end support for Yemen's Houthis, warning that continued attacks threaten trade and wider stability.
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Russia Reports Cyberattacks During Parliamentary Election: What We Know
Russian authorities say online voting systems and communication lines were targeted during the country’s three-day parliamentary election, while the claims remain unverified.
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Trump Says Progress Made Toward Permanent US Army Base in Poland
Donald Trump says the United States has made progress toward a permanent Army base in Poland, a potential boost to NATO’s eastern flank.
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China Warns US Space Weapons Could Trigger a New Arms Race
China has warned that US on-orbit weapons could fuel an arms race, pushing military competition further into space.
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Saudi Coalition Says Houthi Drone Destroyed Near Mecca as Tensions Rise
Saudi Arabia says it intercepted a Houthi drone south of Mecca; the Houthis deny targeting the holy city.
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Ukraine-Russia Energy Ceasefire Dispute: What Zelensky Said After Trump's Claim
Volodymyr Zelensky says Ukraine will stop striking Russian energy infrastructure only if Russia stops and the US provides guarantees.
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Indonesia Ferry Disaster: 129 Missing After Virgo Transport 8 Capsizes in Java Sea
At least 129 people were missing after Virgo Transport 8 overturned in Indonesia's Java Sea. Six deaths were confirmed and 108 people were rescued.
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UNGA 2026: How to Watch Live Speeches and Find the Official Speaker List
Follow UNGA 81 through UN Web TV, the UN Journal and the General Debate portal. Learn how to check speakers, replays and New York-to-IST timings.
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Saudi East-West Oil Pipeline Shutdown: Why Perim Island Matters to Shipping
Saudi Arabia shut its East-West oil pipeline after a drone attack as Houthi advances around Perim Island increased pressure on Red Sea shipping.
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Why North Korea Is Building Waterparks, Malls and New Places to Spend
North Korea's expansion of malls, resorts and leisure venues is about more than entertainment: it can pull private cash into the state economy and reinforce control.
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Middle East Energy Shock Pushes Brent Near $109 as Dollar Strengthens and Yen Slips
Brent crude rose near $109 as Middle East supply fears deepened, lifting the US dollar, bond yields and expectations for tighter monetary policy.
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NATO Allies Say They Foiled Russian Subsea Cable Sabotage Exercise Near Svalbard
Britain, Norway and the United States reportedly stopped a Russian undersea operation near Svalbard before any cable was damaged. Here is what is known and why the Arctic link matters.
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UK Air Traffic Control Failure: Flight Cancellations, Passenger Advice and What Happens Next
A NATS technical failure disrupted UK airports and cancelled 1,300 flights. The system is fixed, but passengers may still face knock-on delays.
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Iran Attacks US Base in Jordan and Ships Near Hormuz: What Is Confirmed
Iran says it struck a US-used base in Jordan and 10 ships near Hormuz. Jordan reported no casualties after intercepting 18 of 20 missiles.
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Sony and Reuters Demonstrate Near-Live Workflow to Verify News Images and Video
Sony and Reuters demonstrated a newsroom workflow using C2PA and TAMS metadata to preserve where visual news content came from.
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UN General Assembly Opens Its 81st Session: Key Dates and Issues to Watch
The UN General Assembly's 81st session opens in New York on September 8. Here are the president, theme, general debate dates and major meetings.
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How the UN Security Council Veto Works — and Why an Abstention Is Different
Nine votes can pass a UN Security Council resolution, but one permanent member can block a substantive decision. Here is the rule and its limits.
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International Literacy Day 2026: Theme, Date and Why It Matters
International Literacy Day 2026 falls on September 8 and marks its 60th anniversary. Here is the official theme, history and global significance.
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International Day of Clean Air 2026: Why September 7 Matters
International Day of Clean Air for blue skies is observed worldwide on September 7. The 2026 campaign connects cleaner air with better health, stronger economies and climate action.
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Why September 5 Is Now the International Day of the World's Indigenous Women and Girls
The UN observed the International Day of the World's Indigenous Women and Girls for the first time in 2026. Here is why September 5 was chosen and what the designation means.
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How WHO Health Emergency Appeals Work—and Where the Money Goes
WHO's 2026 appeal seeks about $1 billion for 36 emergencies. Flexible funding, country plans and a rapid contingency fund play different roles.
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North Korea Commissions Kang Kon Destroyer as Kim Expands Naval Nuclear Strategy
Kim Jong Un says the new 5,000-ton Kang Kon destroyer will join North Korea's nuclear response system, as regional naval exercises begin.
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How One Health Can Slow Antimicrobial Resistance
Drug-resistant microbes move through hospitals, farms, food and water. One Health connects surveillance and prevention across those systems.
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One Health Congress 2026: Why Human, Animal and Environmental Health Meet
The World One Health Congress runs in Lisbon from September 4 to 7, bringing together experts on disease, antimicrobial resistance, food systems and environmental risk.
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UN Climate Week Baku 2026: Dates, Agenda and Why the Meeting Matters
UN Climate Week begins in Baku on September 7. Here is the schedule, venue, Implementation Forum and the practical questions the meeting must address.
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Anak Krakatau Eruption Disrupts Jakarta Flights: What Travelers Need to Know
Volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau disrupted hundreds of flights at Jakarta's main airport. Here is the verified situation and the advice for travelers.
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UN Seeks $49.6 Million for Nepal Flood Response: What the Emergency Appeal Covers
The UN and humanitarian partners are seeking $49.6 million to assist more than 84,000 people after catastrophic flooding in Nepal. Here is what the appeal means.
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USS Abraham Lincoln Reaches Thailand After Record 286 Days at Sea
The USS Abraham Lincoln has reached Thailand after 286 consecutive days at sea, giving about 5,000 sailors and Marines a long-awaited stop.
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South Korea and Japan Deepen Emergency Energy Supply Cooperation
South Korea and Japan held their first formal talks on emergency LNG, oil and fuel cooperation as global supply risks intensify.
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Asian Markets Slide as Oil Prices and Global Bond Yields Jump
Asian stocks fell sharply as rising oil prices and government bond yields renewed inflation and interest-rate fears across global markets.
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Russian Drones Strike Central Kyiv on Seventh Day of Sustained Attacks
Eleven people were wounded and university and residential buildings damaged as repeated drone attacks disrupted Kyiv.
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Is COSCO Using Ships to Spy for China? US Allegations and Beijing's Response
US officials allege that COSCO ships carry concealed signals-intelligence equipment. China rejects the claims. Here is what is known and why it matters.
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Russia Strikes Odesa Ports and Romania Border Crossing: Ukraine Export Impact
Russian strikes damaged export infrastructure and the Orlivka crossing on Ukraine's Romanian border. Here is the latest verified update and what it means for Black Sea and Danube trade.
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Trump Calls Iran Strikes Justified and Warns Against Retaliation
Donald Trump says new US strikes near the Strait of Hormuz answered an alleged Iranian mining attempt and missiles fired at a US base in Jordan.
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Nepal Flood Rescue Reaches Remote Areas as Hundreds Remain Stranded
Nepal says more than 11,000 people have been rescued after catastrophic Himalayan floods, but about 600 remain stranded at damaged hydropower sites. Here is the latest verified update.
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Nepal–China Flood Rescue: Hundreds Feared Trapped in Hydropower Tunnels
Rescue teams are racing to reach hundreds of hydropower workers after a glacier-linked flash flood devastated the Nepal–China border, leaving more than 900 dead and thousands missing.
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UN Peacekeeping Mandates Explained: Who Authorises Missions and What They Can Do
UN peacekeepers do not receive one universal set of powers. Each mission operates under a Security Council mandate, rules of engagement and host-country conditions.
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Heat Dome Explained: Why Extreme Heat Can Stay Trapped for Days
A heat dome can lock dangerous temperatures over a region for days. Here is how the pattern forms, why nights matter and how to read heat alerts.
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Diplomatic Recognition Explained: How Countries Recognise States and Governments
Recognition is a government's decision to treat an entity as a state or an authority as its government. It is separate from UN membership.
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US–Venezuela Oil Deal: What the 65 Billion-Barrel Claim Actually Means
Donald Trump says a US–Venezuela agreement covers oil fields with 65 billion barrels of potential reserves. Here is what is known and still unclear.
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King Haakon VIII Takes the Throne as Norway Enters a New Royal Era
Haakon VIII has become Norway's king following the death of Harald V. Here is how the succession works, who is next in line and what happens now.
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How Shipping Insurance Shapes Global Trade
When a sea route becomes dangerous, insurance costs can change trade before any port closes. Here is how maritime cover affects prices and routes.
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How Undersea Cables Keep the Global Internet Online
Most international internet traffic travels through cables on the ocean floor. Here is how the network survives faults and how repairs work.
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King Harald V Dies at 89: How Norway's Royal Succession Works
Norway's King Harald V died on August 28 and his son immediately became King Haakon VIII. Here is how the constitutional transition works.
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Iran War at Six Months: Sanctions, the Strait of Hormuz and the Unclear Endgame
The US-Israel war with Iran has reached six months with no clear endgame. Here is how sanctions, shipping and military pressure connect.