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Saturday, 09 May 2026 · Global Edition · Updated 15:25 CST
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After 18 months of mourning, a Gaza son is found alive in an Israeli prison

A Gaza family's nightmare ends after discovering their 'martyred' son alive in an Israeli prison.

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Trump says he would not pay $1,000 to watch US at World Cup

FIFA have come in for criticism for the inflated prices of tickets at World Cup 2026 in US, Canada and Mexico.

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Ukraine may have turned tide of Russian territorial gains, says think tank

ISW says Moscow's advance is slowing as Ukraine claims Russia's army suffered more than 35,000 casualties in April.

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Rubio meets Pope Leo: Can they heal White House-Vatican rift?

The State Department says Leo-Rubio meeting underscores 'strong ties', despite Trump’s recent attacks on the pope.

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Indonesia volcano kills three hikers, two remain unaccounted for

Mount Dukono erupts on Halmahera island, trapping hikers who went to the area despite it being closed since April 17.

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U.S. intercepts Iranian attacks on 3 ships. And, what to know about hantavirus

The U.S. says it intercepted Iranian attacks yesterday targeting three Navy ships. And, what to know about the hantavirus outbreak that started on a cruise ship.

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UAE reports drone and missile attack as Iran war ceasefire is challenged

The Iran war's shaky ceasefire was further strained on Friday as the United Arab Emirates responded to a missile and drone strikes.

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Military drills on the edge: U.S. and allies test capabilities near Asia's flash points

From drone boats to long-range missiles, the U.S. and its allies tested new military tactics in the Philippines, sharpening deterrence as tensions with China intensify.

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FBI’s lack of progress on Israeli killing of journalist ‘troubling’: CPJ

The CPJ says the 'lack of concrete progress' in the FBI investigation represents a failure by the US government.

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US, Iran clash in Hormuz as war escalates: What happened, why it matters

A ceasefire between the US and Iran has been in place since April 8. Both sides are yet to agree on a peace deal.

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UK identifies new suspected hantavirus case on remote island

The UK confirms two British cases on board a cruise ship and a suspected infection on the Tristan da Cunha island.

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Yemen fuel price hikes deepen hardship as transport costs rise

Rising fuel costs in Yemen force drivers to raise fares, as passengers struggle with worsening financial burdens.

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UK’s Labour set for heavy losses in elections as Reform makes early gains

Nigel Farage's populist party Reform UK has made early gains in local elections with wins in Labour heartlands.

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UK elections – early results and takeaways; will Starmer have to resign?

Ruling Labour party has suffered early losses with Reform and Greens gaining in local council elections.

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Spain readies for evacuations as a hantavirus-hit cruise ship heads for Canary Islands

Spanish authorities are preparing to receive more than 140 passengers and crew members on board a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship headed for the Canary Islands.

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