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Trump reads Bible verses on repentance after AI image of himself as Jesus

US President Donald Trump has read a Bible passage about punishment and national repentance as part of a marathon event.

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Peru’s election chief steps down amid chaotic general election

The head of Peru’s election authority was heckled by protesters after announcing his resignation.

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Al Jazeera - English NEW about 2 hours ago

Virginia redistricting election results: Key takeaways from Democrats’ win

This vote is part of a wider national fight between Democrats and Republicans over gerrymandering.

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Al Jazeera - English NEW about 2 hours ago

Russia strikes Ukraine’s Odesa port, kills railway worker in Zaporizhia

Ukraine's deputy prime minister says the attacks on the country's civilian infrastructure are 'another proof of terrorism'.

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NYT - World NEW about 2 hours ago

Threat of Evictions Darkens Russia’s Rosy Picture of Occupied Ukraine

A new law forces Ukrainians in the captured regions to get Russian title deeds or risk losing their homes.

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NYT - World about 2 hours ago

EU Considers $106 Billion Loan to Ukraine, Delayed for Months by Orban

After months of impasse because of objections from Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary, ambassadors were meeting to discuss a key step on the way to disbursing the much-needed money.

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Al Jazeera - English about 4 hours ago

Is Bangladesh killing reforms introduced after student-led protests?

A new parliament has cancelled several reforms that were brought in after Hasina's ouster to improve accountability.

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BBC News - World about 4 hours ago

Taiwan president cancels trip after African countries revoke flight permits

Taiwan has accused Beijing of putting pressure on African countries to close their airspace to Lai's plane.

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NYT - World about 10 hours ago

What Was the 2015 Iran Nuclear Deal?

President Trump has ridiculed President Barack Obama and the agreement, which he withdrew from during his first term. His critics say he could have avoided a war had he left it in place.

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Al Jazeera - English about 10 hours ago

Argentina’s Milei sings and lights torch for Israeli national day

Argentine President Javier Milei sang and lit a ceremonial torch at Israel's 78th Independence Day celebrations.

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Al Jazeera - English about 10 hours ago

Trump extends ceasefire and hopes for ‘unified proposal’

In a social media post, President Trump announced an extension of the ceasefire in the war on Iran.

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NYT - World about 11 hours ago

Proposed Lifetime Smoking Ban to Become Law in Britain

The proposal, which was approved by Parliament on Tuesday, will ban the supply or sale of tobacco products to anyone born in 2009 or after, permanently.

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Al Jazeera - English about 12 hours ago

Trump administration sues Southern Poverty Law Center on fraud charges

The civil rights group has long been a target for conservative activists, who object to its characterisations.

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NYT - World about 14 hours ago

Trump Extends Cease-Fire, Even as Peace Talks Are Put on Hold

With the cease-fire on the verge of ending, President Trump said on Tuesday that he would keep it in place until Iran’s “proposal is submitted, and discussions are concluded, one way or the other.”

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NYT - World about 14 hours ago

Trump Extends Iran Cease-Fire Before Deadline Expires; Vance’s Trip Is on Hold

President Trump attributed his decision to divisions among the Iranians about how to proceed and said he wanted to give them more time.

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NYT - World about 14 hours ago

Trust Trump? Iran’s Doubts Shadow Peace Talks.

Iranian leaders fear being burned again by President Trump, who tore up a nuclear agreement reached during the Obama administration after lengthy negotiations.

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NYT - World about 14 hours ago

Fired U.K. Official Describes ‘Pressure’ to Expedite Envoy’s Appointment

Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s office wanted Peter Mandelson, a Jeffrey Epstein associate, swiftly installed as ambassador to Washington, the official said.

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NYT - World about 15 hours ago

U.S. Turns Up Pressure on Iraq to Distance Itself From Iran

Washington is demanding that the Baghdad government dismantle Iran-backed Iraqi militias that have been attacking Americans and U.S. sites there recently.

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BBC News - World about 16 hours ago

From Epstein to sock puppets: Key takeaways from Kevin Warsh's Fed confirmation hearing

He denied making a deal with Donald Trump on interest rates and backed "policy regime change" at the central bank.

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BBC News - World about 18 hours ago

Zelensky says failure of US envoys to visit Kyiv is 'disrespectful'

US envoy Steve Witkoff and Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner have travelled to Moscow several times, but never to Kyiv.

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TechCrunch about 22 hours ago

With US spy laws set to expire, lawmakers are split over protecting Americans from warrantless surveillance

Some lawmakers are calling for widespread reforms following years of surveillance scandals and abuses across successive U.S. administrations. But even if the spy law known as Section 702 expires on April 30, the government's spy powers will not automatically lapse.

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NYT - World 1 day ago

Japan to Sell More Weapons Abroad, Breaking With Postwar Pacifism

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reversed limits on arms exports as Japan faces rising threats from China and unpredictability from its main ally, the United States.

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NYT - World 1 day ago

U.S. and Iran Talks Appear on Track to Resume Despite Mixed Messages

With the two-week cease-fire almost over, Vice President JD Vance was expected to head to Pakistan on Tuesday for the second round of negotiations.

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NYT - World 1 day ago

A Decisive Win Raises Bulgarians’ Hopes for Change

An election victory by a former president, Rumen Radev, gives the country a chance for stability and to clean out the corruption that has stymied its growth.

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NYT - World 1 day ago

Starmer Voices Fury Over Being Kept in the Dark on Mandelson Vetting

During intense grilling in Parliament, Prime Minister Keir Starmer blamed civil servants for not telling him that Peter Mandelson had been rejected for top security clearances.

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NYT - World 1 day ago

Mexico to Investigate Security Role of 2 U.S. Officials Killed in Crash

President Claudia Sheinbaum said the inquiry would focus on whether the involvement of the Americans in a drug-fighting operation violated Mexico’s national security laws and sovereignty.

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