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Monday, 11 May 2026
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Updated 03:25 CST
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Ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran ends Wednesday
The ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran ends Wednesday. President Trump says a U.S. delegation is going to Pakistan for talks, but Iran hasn't confirmed their attendance.
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What was the Iran nuclear deal Trump dumped in search of ‘better’ terms?
Trump withdrew the US from the JCPOA in 2018, branding it 'the worst deal ever' and seeking stronger terms.
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Mass trial for nearly 500 alleged gang members in El Salvador
Mass trial for nearly 500 alleged gang members in El Salvador
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Strait of Hormuz: How a threat became a playbook
How the Strait of Hormuz became a system of control, shaping power and the global economy.
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Afghans displaced by Pakistan conflict survive in tent camps
Tens of thousands of Afghans have been displaced by recent fighting along the Pakistan border, forced into tent camps.
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Is China a winner of the Iran war or facing economic risks?
China's economy beats expectations despite the Iran war, but weak demand and structural risks remain.
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Clean electricity meets all new demand, curbing fossil fuels, says Ember
2025 was the beginning of the end for coal and gas power, says think tank, but the world is still warming rapidly.
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As Iran crisis drags on, fears of global food catastrophe 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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U.S.-Iran ceasefire nears its end. And, Fed chair nominee faces tough hearing
The ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is set to expire tomorrow. Peace talks between the countries remain uncertain. And, Trump's pick to lead the Federal Reserve faces a tough confirmation hearing today.
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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.