Islamabad sealed off as PTI advances with scheduled march
Authorities impose a citywide lockdown while Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf moves ahead with its planned protest, Times of India reports.
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Former Governor Attributes US Decline in Israel Favorability to Biblical Illiteracy
Mike Huckabee argues that a lack of Bible knowledge is eroding American support for Israel, citing recent poll data.
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White House Excludes CNN from Air Force One, Slots Real America’s Voice for Trump Trip
The administration has replaced CNN with Real America’s Voice on the presidential aircraft as tensions with mainstream media rise, Al Jazeera reports.
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Iran proposes a week‑long deadline to reopen Hormuz Strait pending U.S. terms
Tehran told the United Nations that the strategic waterway could be cleared within seven days if Washington accepts its conditions.
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Yemen President Announces Amnesty for Houthi Defectors and Calls for New Recruits
The interim leader urges citizens to enlist while offering a blanket pardon to rebels who lay down arms, aiming to erode the insurgency’s ranks.
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Morocco's PAM Secures Strong Parliamentary Showing Yet Misses Majority
The party's gains set the stage for coalition talks as the new government prepares for the 2030 World Cup amid economic discontent.
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Qatari envoy questions the impact of talks amid relentless air strikes
In a candid interview, Al Anoud Al Thani reflects on the limits of diplomacy while conflict rages on.
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African Nations Still Blocked from Securing Permanent UN Security Council Seats
At UNGA81, African leaders pressed for permanent membership and veto power on the Security Council, but deep divisions keep the reform agenda stalled.
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Yemen's interim president calls for new recruits and promises clemency to former Houthi fighters
Rashad al‑Alimi announced a recruitment drive and an amnesty scheme for Houthi defectors in his first address after setbacks on the Red Sea coast.
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Alabama Secures $100 Million from TikTok Over Youth Addiction Claims
TikTok has agreed to a multi‑hundred‑million‑dollar settlement with the state of Alabama, ending a lawsuit that accused the platform of fostering teen addiction.
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France greets Pope Leo XIV on first papal trip in 18 years
The pontiff’s historic stop draws massive crowds and sparks dialogue on the Catholic Church’s role in a secular nation.
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OpenAI acknowledges its AI tools accessed public data on U.S. agency portals
The company says its language models pulled information from the Census Bureau and the SEC, sparking scrutiny over how AI interacts with government sites.
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Appeals Court Upholds State Power to Govern Kalshi’s Prediction Market
A federal appellate ruling confirms that individual states may impose regulations on the emerging prediction‑market platform Kalshi.
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Mbappe’s Decisive Strike Leads France Past Turkey as Real Madrid Forward Exits Injured
Kylian Mbappe netted the solitary goal in France’s victory in Turkey, but the win was marred when a Real Madrid attacker suffered a knee injury and was substituted early.
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Taxi drivers in Kabul keep music alive despite Taliban prohibition
Drivers in Afghanistan’s capital continue to play songs for passengers, openly flouting the extremist regime’s ban on music.
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Trump shifts tone from COVID slur to panda diplomacy with China
The president moves from labeling the virus “Kung Flu” to embracing Xi’s panda gift, sparking amusement in the United States.
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Kazakhstan detains senior officers after Caspian Sea training tragedy
Following a drill that swept 17 soldiers into the water, high‑ranking officials were arrested over alleged safety lapses.
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Youth activists push for election commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s removal
A student‑led “cockroach” movement has given the chief election official a deadline to resign, warning of renewed mass protests if their demand is ignored.
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Washington pushes to restart Russia‑Ukraine ceasefire negotiations
The United States is urging a renewal of talks aimed at ending hostilities, even as Russian attacks hit eight Ukrainian regions.
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Netanyahu addresses UN General Assembly as global criticism rises
Israel's prime minister used his speech to the United Nations to defend his government's policies amid mounting international scrutiny.
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Trump lauds US‑China ties during state dinner with President Xi
Former president Donald Trump praised the friendship between Washington and Beijing at a formal dinner hosted for Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
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Poverty in Argentina climbs to 32% as Milei faces mounting challenges
A 4.1‑point jump in poverty during the first half of 2026 threatens President Javier Milei’s political outlook.
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UAE joins regional ban on Iranian carriers amid tightening US aviation sanctions
The United Arab Emirates announced it will prohibit Iranian airlines from operating in its airspace, aligning with several neighboring states as U.S. measures choke Iran's aviation industry.
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Netanyahu brandishes pager at UN, cites Israel's strike on Hezbollah
In a dramatic UN session, Israel's prime minister displayed a device linked to a lethal Hezbollah operation while recalling a recent Israeli offensive.
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Portugal clinches narrow 1-0 win over Wales to start Nations League defence
João Félix's solitary strike secured Portugal's opening victory as Cristiano Ronaldo saw a chance ruled out.
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Trump and Xi Convene at White House to Tackle Trade, AI and Regional Security
The US president and Chinese leader met in Washington to discuss tariffs, artificial intelligence, Taiwan and Iran, according to Al Jazeera.
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Nigeria and Madagascar set to clash in crucial AFCON 2027 qualifying tie
Both sides gear up for a decisive encounter as Nigeria seeks to reaffirm its dominance while Madagascar aims to repeat its 2019 upset over the Super Eagles.
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Sudan’s soaring inflation pushes families into hardship
Escalating food costs and a collapsing pound are deepening the economic squeeze on households already battered by conflict.
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Israeli documentary NAZA to go free online after cinema run
Co-director Yuval Abraham says the Gaza‑focused film will be streamed at no cost starting in November.
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Knife attack at Polish abbey leaves one dead and four injured
A 31‑year‑old Ukrainian assailant stabbed a priest and worshippers in a historic abbey near the border, prompting condemnation from Kyiv.
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Sri Lankan javelin star Rumesh clinches Asian Games gold, sparking national pride
World‑ranked javelin thrower Rumesh secured a gold medal at the Asian Games, marking a breakthrough for Sri Lankan athletics.
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Fury and Joshua to clash in Cardiff heavyweight showdown on Dec. 11
The bout, billed as a historic British heavyweight encounter, will be streamed live on Netflix.
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Federal judge orders White House to restore CNN, Politico and MSNBC access
A U.S. district court has temporarily lifted the Trump administration's ban on three news outlets, directing the White House to let them back into the press pool.
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Indian freighter hit by gunfire off Oman, crew member dies
A lone crewman was killed when an Indian cargo vessel came under fire near Oman's coast, raising concerns over maritime security in the Gulf of Oman.
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Poland blames sabotage for Starlink fire, Denmark warns of growing Russian danger
A blaze at a Polish Starlink hub, suspected to be sabotage, raises concerns as Denmark highlights an escalating Russian threat to regional security.
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Netanyahu’s UN address becomes litmus test before Israeli vote
The Israeli prime minister’s speech to the United Nations is seen as a high‑stakes moment for his domestic political fortunes amid rising criticism of Israel.
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Joint budgeting lifts Liberian cash aid outcomes, but sparks new challenges
A Liberian study found that couples who planned their cash assistance together saw better results, yet some families faced unexpected setbacks.
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Pakistan blocks highways as PTI plans mass rally for Imran Khan
Authorities sealed key routes to Islamabad and installed container barriers in anticipation of a large PTI march demanding the former prime minister’s release.
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Presidential election proceeds in Pakistan‑administered Kashmir despite unrest
Lawmakers in Azad Jammu & Kashmir will elect a new president even as seven assembly seats remain vacant amid months of protest.
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Gaza Residents View Israel’s Upcoming Vote With Deep Skepticism
Palestinians in the enclave are closely tracking Israel’s election campaign, yet most doubt it will bring any relief to their daily hardships.
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