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School roof collapse kills at least 29, injures more than 3 dozen in Pakistan
A private school roof collapsed in Peshawar, Pakistan on Thursday, killing at least 29 people including 28 children and injuring more than 50 others in the northwestern city.
‘Each country goes its own way’: How Balkan politics shape ties with Israel
Balkan countries pursue divergent policies toward Israel shaped by domestic politics and national interests rather than regional consensus, with positions ranging from strong Palestinian solidarity to open support for Israel.
Mauritius reels from worst riots in decades after woman shot by police
Mauritius imposed an overnight curfew following the worst riots in decades after a woman was shot by police during protests over water shortages and living costs.
Pope walking and recovering ‘as expected’ after surgery, doctors say
Pope Leo XIV has begun walking and resumed normal eating following lung surgery to remove a lower lobe, with doctors reporting his recovery is progressing as expected.
US Social Security benefits to rise by 3.6 percent in 2027
US Social Security benefits will increase by 3.6 percent starting in 2027, one of the decade’s largest cost-of-living adjustments, affecting 72 million recipients.
At least two security officials killed near Iran’s critical Chabahar port
At least two Iranian security officials have been killed in separate incidents near the eastern border with Pakistan, continuing a pattern of attacks in the region around the strategic Chabahar port.
Fire erupts at Albania’s Education Ministry as protests enter third day
A fire broke out at Albania’s Education Ministry overnight as student protests demanding better university conditions and Prime Minister Edi Rama’s resignation entered their third day in Tirana.
Suspected Israeli online operations cause alarm in Iran and Lebanon
Israeli intelligence services are suspected of using social media platforms to recruit informants in Lebanon and Iran through targeted advertisements and direct outreach campaigns.
Ex-UK army chef jailed for ‘terror’-related offence
A former British Army chef was sentenced to nearly four years in prison for possessing weapons deemed connected to terrorist purposes, following discovery of a weapons stockpile at his residence.
Fire erupts at Albania’s Education Ministry as protests enter third day
A fire broke out at Albania’s Education Ministry overnight as student protests demanding better university conditions and Prime Minister Edi Rama’s resignation entered their third day in Tirana.
Suspected Israeli online operations cause alarm in Iran and Lebanon
Israeli intelligence services are suspected of using social media platforms to recruit informants in Lebanon and Iran through targeted advertisements and direct outreach campaigns.
Ex-UK army chef jailed for ‘terror’-related offence
A former British Army chef was sentenced to nearly four years in prison for possessing weapons deemed connected to terrorist purposes, following discovery of a weapons stockpile at his residence.
Israel’s former security chief sues Netanyahu for October 7 defamation
Israel’s former security chief Ronen Bar has sued Prime Minister Netanyahu for defamation over accusations related to the October 7 attack, seeking damages as the country heads toward an election.
Bangladesh arrests two for luring locals to fight for Russia in Ukraine
Bangladeshi police arrested two suspects accused of trafficking at least 30 locals to Russia under false job pretenses, resulting in at least 20 confirmed deaths among those deployed to fight in Ukraine.
Saudi employee charged with planting recording device at OpenAI office
A Saudi national employed as an engineer at OpenAI has been charged with planting a covert recording device in the company’s San Francisco office to capture sensitive communications.
South East Asia haze: What’s choking Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia?
Severe wildfires in Indonesia have created toxic smog affecting millions across Southeast Asia, with authorities suspending company licenses and investigating land-clearing practices amid regional tensions.
UN official says ‘window of opportunity’ for peace in DR Congo
A UN envoy tells the Security Council there is a current “window of opportunity” for peace in eastern DR Congo, despite worsening security conditions and ongoing fighting between multiple armed groups.
China and North Korea to open New Yalu River Bridge, state media reports
China and North Korea will officially open the New Yalu River Bridge to traffic Thursday, marking a significant step in warming bilateral relations after years of diplomatic tensions over sanctions and nuclear disputes.
Why Sri Lanka’s Rajapaksas are being investigated for corruption and crimes
Sri Lanka’s Rajapaksa family faces multiple corruption investigations following their 2022 political downfall, including arrests of former President Mahinda’s wife and son on bribery and misuse charges.
How Israel’s ‘Yellow Line’ is reshaping southern Lebanon
Israel continues to occupy and demolish homes in southern Lebanon despite a June framework agreement aimed at withdrawal, displacing over 1.2 million people and destroying approximately 50 villages.
Tensions with teachers, pupils and Turkiye: Inside Azerbaijan’s hijab row
Azerbaijan’s new rules banning hijabs in public schools have sparked tensions among teachers, students, and international observers, with disputes over secularism versus religious freedom in education.
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Common Problems Faced by PMAY Applicants in India
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South Korea’s Comfort Women Suffer Embezzlement From Their Own Government
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