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Tuesday, 21 April 2026 · Global Edition · Updated 15:25 CST
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Spain, Slovenia, Ireland push EU to debate Israel pact suspension

In a letter to EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, the three governments say Israel is violating 'human rights'.

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Burn treatment for Gaza children threatened by Israeli restrictions

Burn treatment for Gaza children threatened by Israeli restrictions

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Usain Bolt hopes Australian sprint sensation Gout has strong support system

Sprint legend Bolt advised Gout to stay focused and avoid distractions that will come with track and field success.

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Kenya’s John Korir, Sharon Lokedi win Boston Marathon on record-breaking day

Korir broke the Boston Marathon record, finishing in 2 hours, 1 minute, 52 seconds in the world's fifth-fastest time.

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As Iran crisis drags on, fears of global food crisis grow

While global food prices have risen modestly so far, the full impact of the conflict has yet to be felt, analysts say.

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My dreams in Iran were already dead before the ceasefire came

The bombs have stopped falling for now. But the damage is done, and my life has been wrecked.

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Japan approves removing ban on lethal weapons exports

Japan endorsed scrapping a ban on lethal weapons exports, a significant change of its postwar pacifist policy, as the country seeks to build up its arms industry.

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Gulf aluminum shipments stuck as Strait of Hormuz blockades put a strain on supply

A U.S. blockade and conflict in the Strait of Hormuz have stranded Gulf aluminum shipments and driven prices to a four-year high, exposing global supply vulnerabilities and deepening trade strain.

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US, Iran exchange threats as fragile ceasefire set to expire

The US and Iran trade threats as tensions escalate between the countries before their two-week ceasefire ends.

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Tennis duo Sabalenka and Alcaraz sweep top Laureus sports honours

Barcelona's Yamal bags Young Sportsperson of the Year accolade a year after winning the Breakthrough award in 2025.

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Virginia redistricting vote: What polls suggest and what voters will decide

The race is tight, and a win could result in more seats in Congress for the Democrats.

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Mughal-era pigeon training survives in heart of India’s capital

Pigeon-keeping remains a therapeutic and communal escape for Delhi residents amid the city's chaos and demands.

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Trump’s Board of Peace holds Gaza reconstruction talks with UAE’s DP World

Israel has killed more than 700 people in Gaza since last year's US-brokered 'ceasefire'.

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Iran war: What is happening on day 53 of the US-Israel conflict?

Diplomatic efforts to end the US-Israel war on Iran are stalled as Tehran rejects talks under pressure.

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Technofacism? Why Palantir’s pro-West ‘manifesto’ has critics alarmed

Palantir's 'manifesto' has been described as an 'AI-driven threat to humanity’s existence' and 'technofascism'.

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