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Saturday, 09 May 2026 · Global Edition · Updated 21:25 CST
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Airlines hike fares, cut millions of seats as Iran war drives up fuel costs

Surging jet fuel prices are prompting carriers to slash their flight schedules, casting a cloud over summer travel rush.

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In Gaza, the simplest of weddings are barely affordable

Couples marry in tents in Gaza as war, displacement, and soaring prices strip weddings of joy.

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Zelenskyy slams Russia as strikes kill 22 in Ukraine before announced ceasefire

Zelenskyy rebuked Moscow for what he said was its "utter cynicism" in launching the attacks after Russia announced a unilateral ceasefire over two days later this week.

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What to know about Israeli President Herzog’s trip to Central America?

Israeli Foreign Ministry says that four-day visit to Panama and Costa Rica will deepen ties with partners in the region.

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US president Trump restarts Pope feud ahead of Rubio visit to Vatican

Donald Trump has reignited his public attacks on Pope Leo, claiming he supports Iran obtaining nuclear weapons.

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Iran’s Araghchi holds talks with China’s Wang Yi in Beijing

Iran's foreign minister meets his Chinese counterpart one week before President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing.

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Romania’s pro-EU government ousted after no-confidence vote

The pro-European Union coalition of Romanian Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan has collapsed after a vote of no confidence.

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Police say Australian women with alleged IS ties face charges on return from Syria

The Australian government had been alerted Wednesday that four women and nine children had booked flights from Damascus to Australia, Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said.

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US pauses plan to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz

Donald Trump has said that the US military operation guiding ships through the Strait of Hormuz will be paused.

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Spain agrees to let hantavirus-hit cruise ship dock in Canary Islands

Three people have died since the outbreak in April, while two crew members on board the ship require urgent care.

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Protesters rally in Louisiana and Tennessee against redistricting

Demonstrators rallied in Louisiana and Tennessee against against redistricting.

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Trump pauses US operation in Strait of Hormuz in push for deal with Iran

US president says 'Project Freedom' suspended to see whether an agreement with Iran can be finalised and signed.

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Iran war live: Trump says Hormuz operation paused amid US, Tehran talks

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says ceasefire with Iran remains in place despite growing tensions in Hormuz Strait.

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Thai temples launch rockets in friendly festival rivalry

Temples in Thailand gathered for the annual ‘Look Noo’ rocket festival, an ancient Mon tradition.

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Buses block off roads in Bolivia as transport workers strike over fuel

Public workers blocked the streets of El Alto, Bolivia with buses, cars, and trucks during a transportation strike.

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