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Belgium bans imports from Israeli settlements in occupied Palestine
Belgium’s federal government approved a ban on importing goods produced in Israeli settlements in occupied Palestinian territories, fulfilling a prior commitment and joining several other European nations acting independently.
Venezuela quake death toll tops 5,000 as IMF releases emergency aid
Death toll from twin earthquakes in Venezuela last month exceeds 5,000, with the IMF releasing $346 million in emergency aid to support recovery efforts.
Iraq signs 48 deals with US companies during PM’s visit to Washington
Iraq signed 48 agreements with U.S. companies during Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi’s visit to Washington, with deals spanning oil, electricity, and satellite communications sectors.
‘A revolutionary act to watch it’: the film India’s censors do not want you to see
An Indian filmmaker’s documentary about police killings during a 1990s separatist crackdown was blocked by censors for over three years, then banned from a streaming platform within 48 hours on national security grounds.
Kim Jong Un was meant to be their only idol – then North Koreans found K-pop
North Korean defectors describe how K-pop groups like BTS and Blackpink provided hope and freedom through secret listening, despite severe government restrictions on South Korean content.
White House defends Argentina team over Falklands banner
The White House defended Argentina’s football team’s right to display a banner supporting their territorial claim to the Falkland Islands after a World Cup victory, while the UK and Fifa face calls to investigate.
One anti-war critic fined, another held as Russia clamps down on dissent
Russian authorities detained blogger Ilya Remeslo on suspicion of spreading false military information, while politician Boris Nadezhdin was convicted of extremist symbol charges, barring him from September parliamentary elections.
‘A revolutionary act to watch it’: the film India’s censors do not want you to see
An Indian filmmaker’s documentary about police killings during a 1990s separatist crackdown was blocked by censors for over three years, then banned from a streaming platform within 48 hours on national security grounds.
The U.S.-Iran battle over the Strait of Hormuz raises risks for global waterways
The U.S.-Iran conflict has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a critical international waterway through which roughly a fifth of global oil and gas previously transited, raising concerns about freedom of navigation and setting precedents for other strategic passages.
Tuchel: England carry ‘scars’ of World Cup heartbreak
England manager Thomas Tuchel acknowledged his team carries emotional pain from their World Cup semifinal loss to Argentina, admitting the nation still lags behind football’s elite teams.
Tuchel: England carry ‘scars’ of World Cup heartbreak
England manager Thomas Tuchel acknowledged his team carries emotional pain from their World Cup semifinal loss to Argentina, admitting the nation still lags behind football’s elite teams.
Mandela Day: What his legacy means in today’s South Africa
Nelson Mandela Day has become a focal point for debate over South Africa’s handling of immigration, with activist groups using the occasion to target undocumented workers, drawing condemnation from the Nelson Mandela Foundation.
Manila protests ‘racist’ portrayal of Filipinos in China Daily videos
The Philippines filed a diplomatic protest against China after state-backed China Daily published videos depicting Filipinos as monkeys, calling the content racist and demeaning.
Manila protests ‘racist’ portrayal of Filipinos in China Daily videos
The Philippines filed a diplomatic protest against China after state-backed China Daily published videos depicting Filipinos as monkeys, calling the content racist and demeaning.
Israeli army destroys three schools in southern Lebanon, minister says
Israel’s military has destroyed three schools in southern Lebanon, according to the country’s education minister, adding to the growing toll of educational institutions damaged during the ongoing conflict.
Israeli army destroys three schools in southern Lebanon, minister says
Israel’s military has destroyed three schools in southern Lebanon, according to the country’s education minister, adding to the growing toll of educational institutions damaged during the ongoing conflict.
Trump Media reportedly mulling fee for first access to social media posts
Trump Media is reportedly considering charging financial firms up to $100,000 monthly for early access to the president’s social media posts, raising transparency and ethics concerns.
Trump Media reportedly mulling fee for first access to social media posts
Trump Media is reportedly considering charging financial firms up to $100,000 monthly for early access to the president’s social media posts, raising transparency and ethics concerns.
China hits out at British Steel nationalisation
China expressed strong opposition to the UK’s nationalisation of British Steel, citing concerns about infringement on Chinese company Jingye Group’s rights and potential breach of investment treaties.
Sonam Wangchuk: Why India still turns to the hunger strike
Educationist Sonam Wangchuk has undertaken a prolonged hunger strike to support education reforms, continuing India’s long tradition of using fasting as a political protest tool that dates back to Mahatma Gandhi.
At least three killed and hundreds displaced by heavy rain in Chile
At least three people have died and hundreds were displaced as torrential rain and fierce winds battered central and southern Chile, with further downpours expected.
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