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Trump names Tony Blair, Kushner and Rubio to Gaza ‘Board of Peace’ as security force planned

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Donald Trump has appointed former British Prime Minister Tony Blair and key advisors to a new 'Board of Peace' aimed at rebuilding Gaza, amidst ongoing conflict ...

Nobel Committee clarifies prize rules after Maria Corina Machado presents medal to Donald Trump

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Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado presents her Nobel Peace Prize medal to Donald Trump, prompting the Nobel Committee to clarify the rules surrounding ...

Donald Trump considers tariffs for countries opposing Greenland takeover

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US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose trade tariffs on nations that oppose his controversial plans to acquire Greenland, citing national security concerns ...

Sadio Mane the hero again as Senegal edge Egypt to reach AFCON final

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Sadio Mané proved the difference-maker once again as Senegal overcame a stubborn Egypt to secure their place in the 2026 AFCON final.

US designates Muslim Brotherhood branches as terrorist organisations

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This decision marks a significant escalation in the ongoing struggle against the pan-Islamist movement, which has faced increasing pressure from regional powers. ...

More migrants are dying in ICE detention under Trump

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Press releases from ICE reveal that a number of people have died in custody in just the first few days of 2026 -- immediately following a year when migrant detainee ...

Trump to meet Venezuelan opposition leader Machado as pressure mounts on Caracas

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Amid growing pressure on Caracas, Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado is set to meet President Trump this week, raising hopes for the release of political ...

Greenland says no to US control after Trump's latest military threats

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Greenland's political parties firmly reject US President Donald Trump's threats to seize their territory, asserting their right to self-determination amidst rising ...

South Africa defends naval drills with Iran, Russia as 'essential'

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South Africa's naval drills with Russia, Iran, and China are more than just military exercises; they are a strategic response to escalating maritime tensions.

Iran protests escalate as son of shah calls for city centres to be seized

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Major Iranian cities erupt in protests as Reza Pahlavi, son of the ousted shah, calls for demonstrators to seize city centres, challenging the Islamic republic's ...

Venezuela and US enter talks to restore diplomatic ties after Trump calls off 'second attack'

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Venezuela has initiated diplomatic discussions with the United States following the ousting of Nicolas Maduro, signalling a potential shift in international relations ...

Rescue efforts underway after deadly landfill collapse buries dozens in Philippines

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Rescue teams are racing against time to find survivors after a catastrophic landfill collapse in Cebu City, where dozens of sanitation workers were buried under ...

Watch VideoReal Madrid edge Atletico to set up Clasico Spanish Super Cup final

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Real Madrid secured a 2-1 victory over Atletico Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final, setting up a Clasico final against Barcelona.

Who was Renee Nicole Good, the woman killed by US immigration police?

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Renee Nicole Good, who was shot and killed by a US immigration agent on Wednesday in the midwestern city of Minneapolis, was an " extremely compassionate" person, ...

Trump divorcing the world: US withdraws from 66 global organisations, including UN bodies

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President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw the US from a foundational climate treaty marks a significant shift in global policy. This move raises questions about ...

Watch VideoAustralia win final Test to seal 4-1 Ashes triumph over England

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Australia clinched a dominant 4-1 Ashes victory over England with a five-wicket win in the final Test, highlighted by Usman Khawaja’s emotional retirement and Mitchell ...

Watch VideoBenjamin Sesko double not enough as Man Utd under Darren Fletcher stumble at Burnley

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Manchester United’s managerial change to Darren Fletcher underwhelmed as a Benjamin Sesko double resulted in a 2-2 draw against Burnley, leaving them seventh in ...

US military seizes Russia-flagged oil tanker chased to North Atlantic

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US officials say the tanker is part of a so-called shadow fleet that carries oil for countries such as Venezuela, Russia and Iran in violation of US sanctions.

Iran security forces use tear gas in Tehran bazaar as death toll rises

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Iranian security forces have now killed at least 27 protesters, including five minors, after 10 days of demonstrations that began in late December

Investigators reveal likely cause of deadly Swiss bar fire

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A deadly blaze ignited by sparklers in a Swiss ski bar has claimed 40 lives during New Year's celebrations, as authorities investigate safety standards amidst chaos ...

Trump says US is 'locked and loaded' to protect Iranian protesters

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Amid escalating protests in Iran, President Trump declares the US 'locked and loaded' to respond if protesters are harmed, as Tehran warns of regional destabilisation. ...

New York Mayor Mamdani revokes executive orders, vows to show left politics can succeed

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Zohran Mamdani's inauguration as New York's first Muslim mayor marks a pivotal moment for left-wing politics, as he revokes executive orders and pledges to tackle ...

Swiss investigators rush to identify victims of 'apocalyptic' New Year's fire

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In the aftermath of a catastrophic fire at a Crans-Montana bar during New Year's celebrations, Swiss investigators are urgently identifying victims, with around ...

Dozens presumed dead after 'explosive' fire rips through crowded bar at Swiss ski resort

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Tragedy struck a crowded bar in Crans-Montana as a fire erupted during New Year celebrations, leaving several dozen presumed dead and around 100 injured, with authorities ...

New era for New York as Zohran Mamdani sworn in as city's first Muslim mayor

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Zohran Mamdani, New York's first Muslim mayor, takes office amid a politically charged atmosphere with President Trump. As he vows to tackle the city's pressing ...