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Third British national has suspected hantavirus infection, UK government says

May 8, 2026 - 15:03
The patient is on the remote Atlantic island of Tristan da Cunha, which was visited by the cruise ship in April.
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Two Islamic-State linked Australian women charged with crimes against humanity

May 8, 2026 - 14:07
A third woman who also returned to Australia from Syria was charged with joining a terrorist organisation.
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From oil giants to banks - these companies are making billions from Iran war

May 8, 2026 - 14:00
Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.
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From oil giants to banks - these companies are making billions from Iran war

May 8, 2026 - 14:00
Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.
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World Cup fans in China and India face broadcast uncertainty

May 8, 2026 - 13:10
Broadcasters in the two countries have yet to reach deals with Fifa, just weeks before the tournament is due to start.
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World Cup fans in China and India face broadcast uncertainty

May 8, 2026 - 13:10
Broadcasters in the two countries have yet to reach deals with Fifa, just weeks before the tournament is due to start.
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Trump and Lula's private Oval Office meeting signals lingering strain - and effort to avoid tension

May 8, 2026 - 12:45
The US and Brazilian presidents did not appear together publicly, but traded compliments after their talks.
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Trump and Lula's private Oval Office meeting signals lingering strain - and effort to avoid tension

May 8, 2026 - 12:45
The US and Brazilian presidents did not appear together publicly, but traded compliments after their talks.
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Trump and Lula's private Oval Office meeting signals lingering strain - and effort to avoid tension

May 8, 2026 - 12:45
The US and Brazilian presidents did not appear together publicly, but traded compliments after their talks.
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US to revoke passports of parents with child support debt

May 8, 2026 - 11:57
Parents who have outstanding debt of more than $2,500 (€1,844) in child support payments could be impacted.
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Trump says US-Iran ceasefire still in place after exchange of fire in Strait of Hormuz

May 8, 2026 - 11:07
Iran accuses the US of violating the truce, alleging it targeted an oil tanker and carried out attacks on coastal areas.
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'I'd rather live in hiding in the US than return to Somalia'

May 8, 2026 - 08:54
Fear and uncertainty linger for Somali migrants in Minnesota despite a legal reprieve.
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Two Islamic-State linked Australian women charged with crimes against humanity

May 8, 2026 - 08:49
A third woman who also returned to Australia from Syria was charged with joining a terrorist organisation.
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Trump gives EU ultimatum deadline to approve trade deal with US

May 8, 2026 - 08:11
Trump's deadline to the European Union came as a trade court ruled his global tariff policy violated US law.
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One year after India-Pakistan conflict, ceasefire holds - but little else does

May 8, 2026 - 07:59
A year after their military conflict, India and Pakistan avoid war, but diplomacy and trust remain frozen.
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Thousands of North Koreans fought for Russia. A memorial hints at the death toll

May 8, 2026 - 07:20
An estimated 11,000 North Korean soldiers were sent to fight in Russia's war against Ukraine.
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Anti-war protests rock Japan as PM pushes for stronger defence

May 8, 2026 - 07:15
Japan's largest anti-war protests in decades highlight a population divided over changes to its pacifist constitution.
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Anti-war protests rock Japan as PM pushes for stronger defence

May 8, 2026 - 07:15
Japan's largest anti-war protests in decades highlight a population divided over changes to its pacifist constitution.
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Anti-war protests rock Japan as PM pushes for stronger defence

May 8, 2026 - 07:15
Japan's largest anti-war protests in decades highlight a population divided over changes to its pacifist constitution.
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Five killed in huge fire at packed Mexico fairground

May 8, 2026 - 06:08
The blaze in the south-eastern city of Villahermosa erupted during a concert reportedly attended by some 135,000 people.
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