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Sanae Takaichi makes history as Japan's first female prime minister

October 21, 2025 - 18:13
A staunch conservative, she takes over as Japan grapples with rising cost-of-living and mounting debt.
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Drone attack hits Sudan's capital ahead of planned airport reopening

October 21, 2025 - 17:52
The airport, out of action since war broke out two years ago, was due to reopen on Wednesday.
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Drone attack hits Sudan's capital ahead of planned airport reopening

October 21, 2025 - 17:52
The airport, out of action since war broke out two years ago, was due to reopen on Wednesday.
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Can France retrieve its priceless crown jewels - or is it too late?

October 21, 2025 - 17:01
Experts warn that whilst the criminals may yet be caught, the gemstones they stole may never be recovered.
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Can France retrieve its priceless crown jewels - or is it too late?

October 21, 2025 - 17:01
Experts warn that whilst the criminals may yet be caught, the gemstones they stole may never be recovered.
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Former French President Sarkozy heads to jail over campaign financing

October 21, 2025 - 16:28
Nicolas Sarkozy, president from 2007-2012, has appealed against his jail term at La Santé prison.
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Toxic haze in Delhi despite 'green' Diwali

October 21, 2025 - 15:21
People in the city burst crackers late into Monday night, defying a court order to use only 'green' fireworks.
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Toxic haze in Delhi despite 'green' Diwali

October 21, 2025 - 15:21
People in the city burst crackers late into Monday night, defying a court order to use only 'green' fireworks.
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Almond-sized crab and tiny lantern shark discovered in Australia

October 21, 2025 - 14:56
Australia is one of the world's biggest biodiversity hotspots, home to more than a million different species.
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