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Drinking is a way of life in Ireland. Can a warning label change that?

2 hours 13 min ago
The labels, which warn of cancer risks, are among the strongest warnings on alcohol anywhere in the world.
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'Too scared to speak' - Nigerian villagers on living in the midst of kidnap gangs

2 hours 28 min ago
Parents of kidnapped children know where the bandits hide out, but are too scared to inform the authorities.
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Watch: Moment huge fireball destroys Sydney waste facility

2 hours 38 min ago
A large chemical tank was blown into the air by the explosion, with more than 200 firefighters called to the scene.
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Forgotten photos reveal women who powered India's freedom struggle

3 hours 23 min ago
Newly found photos highlight women’s key role in Mahatma Gandhi’s civil disobedience movement against British rule.
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Why I spend hours painstakingly repairing banknotes

3 hours 38 min ago
Fixing cash is a thriving new business in Gaza after Israel stopped transfers of banknotes and banks were destroyed and looted.
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More than 70,000 killed in Gaza since Israel offensive began, Hamas-run health ministry says

4 hours 26 min ago
Two young brothers were among the latest killed - reportedly in an Israeli air strike as the Gaza ceasefire remains fragile.
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Ukraine hits tankers in Black Sea in escalation against Russia

5 hours 15 min ago
The two ships stuck by drones were thought to be used to bypass Western sanctions on Russia.
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The Wiggles issue statement after appearing in Ecstasy music video

5 hours 43 min ago
The popular Australian children's group says it "does not condone" drug use, after two of its members are shown dancing in a Keli Holiday video.
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The Wiggles issue statement after appearing in Ecstasy music video

5 hours 43 min ago
The popular Australian children's group says it "does not condone" drug use, after two of its members are shown dancing in a Keli Holiday video.
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Consider airspace around Venezuela closed, Trump says

10 hours 59 min ago
The US cannot legally close another country's airspace, but Trump's comments could deter airlines from operating in Venezuela.
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Flooding in southern Asia leaves hundreds dead

11 hours 34 sec ago
The region is hit by some of the worst floods in years, with millions affected in Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand.
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Pope Leo visits Istanbul's Blue Mosque

12 hours 5 min ago
It is the first time Leo has attended a Muslim place of worship since he took up the papacy in May.
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Flights returning to normal after Airbus warning grounded planes

November 29, 2025 - 21:37
Around 6,000 planes were affected after an issue that could corrupt data was discovered.
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Flights returning to normal after Airbus warning grounded planes

November 29, 2025 - 21:37
Around 6,000 planes were affected after an issue that could corrupt data was discovered.
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Russian strikes cause power outages for more than 600,000 in Ukraine

November 29, 2025 - 21:32
The overnight attack kills at least three and injures dozens more.
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Three days of mourning begin after Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades

November 29, 2025 - 21:18
At least 128 people have died and hundreds remain unaccounted for following the fire which engulfed several tower blocks.
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Fall of Zelensky's top aide - reboot for Kyiv or costly shake-up?

November 29, 2025 - 20:29
A widening corruption scandal has forced the resignation of Ukraine's second most powerful person.
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Australian prime minister becomes first to wed in office

November 29, 2025 - 20:02
Anthony Albanese weds Jodie Haydon, after the couple became engaged on Valentine's Day last year.
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Australian prime minister becomes first to wed in office

November 29, 2025 - 20:02
Anthony Albanese weds Jodie Haydon, after the couple became engaged on Valentine's Day last year.
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Nigeria blames jihadist groups for wave of kidnappings but others accuse criminal gangs

November 29, 2025 - 18:34
Analysts instead blame criminal gangs for the kidnapping of more than 250 schoolchildren last week.
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