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Divergent Narratives Emerge on China's Technological Competition with the United States
Two recent analyses from independent publications present contrasting yet complementary perspectives on China's technological competition with the United States, focusing on artificial intelligence development and lunar…
- Africa
- Asia
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Culture
Sabastian Sawe Breaks Two-Hour Marathon Barrier in London
Kenyan distance runner Sabastian Sawe has achieved what many considered the final frontier in marathon running, becoming the first athlete to officially complete the 42.195-kilometer distance in under two hours at the…
- Africa
- Europe
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Geopolitics
Democratic Republic of Congo Establishes US and UAE-Backed Paramilitary Mining Guard
The Democratic Republic of Congo announced plans this week to create a specialized paramilitary force dedicated to securing the country's mining operations, with financial backing from the United States and the United…
- Africa
- Middle East
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Geopolitics
Drone Warfare Emerges as Defining Feature of Ukraine Conflict, Reshaping Military Strategy
Unmanned aerial vehicles have become central to military operations in Ukraine, with their low production costs enabling disproportionate strategic impact.
- Europe
- India
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Geopolitics
Russian Drone Strike on Odesa Injures Civilians, Damages Infrastructure
Russian forces conducted a drone attack on the Ukrainian port city of Odesa overnight on April 27, according to local Ukrainian officials.
- India
- Russia
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Geopolitics
Cargo Vessel Hijacked Off Somalia as Piracy Incidents Surge in Horn of Africa
Suspected pirates have seized control of a cargo vessel and are steering it toward Somalia, according to reports from maritime monitoring agencies.
- Europe
- Middle East
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Rights
Sudan Conflict: Hospital Resilience and Escalating Drone Strikes Highlight Humanitarian Crisis
Sudan's ongoing conflict between the national army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary group continues to devastate civilian infrastructure and humanitarian operations, with recent reporting highlighting…
- Africa
- India
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Economy
Bangladesh Begins Fuel Loading at First Nuclear Power Plant
Bangladesh has commenced fuel loading at its inaugural nuclear power facility in Rooppur, marking a significant milestone in the South Asian nation's energy infrastructure development.
- India
- Russia
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Rights
Medical Charity Reports Israel Restricting Water Access in Gaza; Israel Denies Claims
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), known in English as Doctors Without Borders, released a report Tuesday accusing Israel of deliberately restricting water access in Gaza as a form of warfare.
- India
- Russia
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Technology
Musk Testifies in OpenAI Lawsuit, Alleging Betrayal of Charitable Mission
Elon Musk took the stand in a lawsuit against OpenAI, the artificial intelligence company he co-founded, arguing that its transformation from a nonprofit into a profit-seeking entity constitutes a fundamental betrayal.
- Europe
- Middle East
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Science & Health
Tropical Forest Loss Drops 36% in 2025 After Record High, Researchers Report
Tropical primary rainforest loss decreased substantially in 2025, with researchers documenting 4.3 million hectares (10.6 million acres) destroyed—a 36% reduction from the previous year, according to data released by…
- Asia
- India
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Geopolitics
At Least 14 Dead in Train Collision Near Jakarta, Rescue Operations Continue
A collision involving two trains on the outskirts of Jakarta, Indonesia, has resulted in at least 14 fatalities, with rescue operations ongoing to extract passengers still trapped in the wreckage.
- Europe
- India
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Geopolitics
Highway Bombing in Colombia's Cauca Region Kills at Least 13, With Casualty Figures Disputed
A deadly explosion targeting a passenger bus on Colombia's Panamerican Highway has killed at least 13 people and injured dozens more, according to regional authorities, though casualty figures vary significantly across…
- India
- Middle East
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Geopolitics
India Condemns Trump's Reposting of 'Hellhole' Remarks About Country
A diplomatic friction has emerged between India and the United States after former President Donald Trump amplified remarks by American radio host Michael Savage that characterized India as a "hellhole." The incident…
- India
- Middle East
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Geopolitics
U.S. Mediates Three-Week Extension of Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Amid Ongoing Border Tensions
The United States has brokered a three-week extension to the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, according to announcements from the Trump administration.
- India
- Middle East
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Culture
Kenya's Sabastian Sawe Becomes First to Break Two-Hour Marathon Barrier in London
Kenyan athlete Sabastian Sawe has become the first person to complete a marathon in under two hours during an official race, accomplishing the feat at the London Marathon.
- Europe
- Middle East
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Economy
Canada Announces New Sovereign Wealth Fund Under Prime Minister Carney
Canada has unveiled plans to establish a sovereign wealth fund, a financial vehicle that Prime Minister Carney says will channel investment into major infrastructure projects across the country.
- Europe
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Rights
Bahrain Revokes Citizenship of 69 Individuals Citing Iranian Support
Bahrain's government has stripped 69 people of their citizenship, alleging connections to Iran, in a move that has drawn sharp criticism from human rights organizations.
- India
- Middle East
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Geopolitics
Pakistan Denies Afghan Claims of Deadly Strikes on Kunar Province University
Afghan officials have accused Pakistan of conducting air strikes in Afghanistan's Kunar province that reportedly killed at least seven people and injured dozens more, according to multiple sources.
- Europe
- India
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Geopolitics
US Clarifies Iran Can Compete in 2026 World Cup, With Restrictions on IRGC-Linked Individuals
The United States has clarified its position on Iran's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico.
- India
- Middle East
