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After sex abuse claims, activists and lawmakers rethink Cesar Chavez Day

52 min 19 sec ago
California has renamed Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day after the labour-rights icon was accused of sexual abuse.
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Inside the cockpit of RAF tanker during defensive mission against Iranian drones

1 hour 55 min ago
Defence correspondent Jonathan Beale flies onboard an RAF Voyager as it refuels jets in the Middle East.
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Long queues in Myanmar as Iran war fuel crisis deepens

3 hours 2 min ago
Drivers are queuing for hours at petrol stations in Myanmar as the Iran war continues to send shockwaves across the globe.
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Social media firms must better enforce Australia under-16 ban, watchdog says

3 hours 28 min ago
Regulator eSafety says it has concerns about how Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube are complying with the ban.
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Gazan mother reunited with evacuated daughter after two years

3 hours 54 min ago
The girl is among at least eight children who were premature newborns when they were evacuated during heavy fighting in Gaza at the start of the war.
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Palestinians convicted of deadly attacks face death penalty under new Israeli law

3 hours 54 min ago
The new law, passed on Monday, was pushed hard by the far-right and Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.
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Most Syrian refugees in Germany expected to return home in three years, Merz says

4 hours 59 min ago
Merz’s government has taken a tougher line on refugees and migrants, amid surging support for the anti-immigration AfD party.
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Céline Dion announces comeback shows in Paris after incurable diagnosis

5 hours 51 min ago
The star was diagnosed with a rare condition that affects her singing voice and her ability to walk.
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Two Indonesian UN peacekeepers killed in explosion in Lebanon

5 hours 52 min ago
It is the second fatal incident in the last 24 hours, Unifil says, after Israel expanded its operation against Hezbollah.
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Barbie Dream Fest in Florida to issue refunds after fan complaints

6 hours 52 min ago
Fans, who paid up to $450 (£340), complained of a grey convention centre backdrop and a "swag bag" that included only a plastic pouch with a Barbie hand sanitiser.
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Most Syrian refugees in Germany expected to return home in three years, Merz says

6 hours 58 min ago
Merz’s government has taken a tougher line on refugees and migrants, amid surging support for the anti-immigration AfD party.
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Shock, sadness and relief in town at centre of Australia's seven-month manhunt for Dezi Freeman

7 hours 5 min ago
The Australian town has been in the spotlight since Dezi Freeman shot dead two police officers last year.
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Zelensky says allies asked him to scale back attacks on Russian energy

7 hours 12 min ago
Ukraine's president says partners asked if the attacks could be "reduced" as prices soar due to the Iran war.
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Nigerian president's rivals get major boost as political heavyweight joins fold

9 hours 15 min ago
Rabiu Kwankwaso joins the ADC, a coalition poised to take on President Tinubu in the 2027 elections.
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Inside Nasa's moon spacesuit lab ahead of Artemis launch

9 hours 17 min ago
The Artemis II spacesuits are designed to protect the astronauts during launch and landing, as well as possible emergency scenarios.
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How the US could try to seize Iran's Kharg Island

March 30, 2026 - 23:54
Donald Trump has indicated he could send troops to take control of Iran's key oil export terminal.
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How the US could try to seize Iran's Kharg Island

March 30, 2026 - 23:54
Donald Trump has indicated he could send troops to take control of Iran's key oil export terminal.
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Cardiff City damages claim over Emiliano Sala death dismissed

March 30, 2026 - 23:24
The club, which was claiming £104m in compensation, will now have to fork out about £400,000.
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Air Canada CEO to retire after criticism for English-only condolence video

March 30, 2026 - 22:55
Michael Rousseau faced calls to resign for his English-only message after the fatal Air Canada collision at LaGuardia airport.
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Air Canada CEO to retire after criticism for English-only condolence video

March 30, 2026 - 22:55
Michael Rousseau faced calls to resign for his English-only message after the fatal Air Canada collision at LaGuardia airport.
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