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How K-beauty went from a viral trend to an economic powerhouse

January 3, 2026 - 07:20
Inside the K-beauty industry that has made South Korea a major player in worldwide beauty market.
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Zelensky names spy chief to head presidential office after corruption row

January 3, 2026 - 06:18
Kyrylo Budanov has led the Hur military intelligence, which has claimed a number of highly-effective strikes against Russia.
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What images and videos tell us about why Swiss bar fire spread so quickly

January 3, 2026 - 05:28
How the blaze took hold with such ferocity, killing at least 40 people and leaving many more critically injured, is now a key focus for officials.
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Watch: Earthquake interrupts Mexico's president during press conference

January 3, 2026 - 02:37
The 6.5 magnitude trembler shook buildings and set off the country's earthquake alert system.
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Trump warns US will intervene if Iran kills protesters

January 3, 2026 - 02:22
The US president says "we will come to their rescue" after days of demonstrations and clashes.
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Woman killed in suspected mountain lion attack in US

January 3, 2026 - 02:18
Colorado officials said that it would be the first time in more than 25 years that a mountain lion killed a person in the state, if confirmed.
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Swiss bar fire likely started by sparklers on champagne bottles

January 3, 2026 - 02:06
The investigation into the fire that killed 40 people will consider whether criminal prosecutions are necessary, officials said.
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Anthony Joshua's driver charged over Nigeria crash that killed two

January 3, 2026 - 02:01
The former heavyweight champion was a passenger in the crash, which killed two of his team members on Monday.
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Anthony Joshua's driver charged over Nigeria crash that killed two

January 3, 2026 - 02:01
The former heavyweight champion was a passenger in the crash, which killed two of his team members on Monday.
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'Living a nightmare': Families of teens missing after ski resort fire desperate for news

January 3, 2026 - 00:18
Families are appealing for information about children as young as 15 who are thought to have been at the bar.
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China's BYD overtakes Tesla as world's top EV seller

January 3, 2026 - 00:03
It marks the first time the Chinese firm has outpaced its American rival for annual sales.
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Yemen escalation reveals rift between Gulf powers Saudi Arabia and UAE

January 2, 2026 - 23:59
A confrontation between the Gulf powers over southern Yemen has left the country's future in the balance.
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US slashes proposed tariffs on Italian pasta imports

January 2, 2026 - 23:20
The plan to impose steep tariffs on 13 producers could have seen major price rises for US consumers.
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US slashes proposed tariffs on Italian pasta imports

January 2, 2026 - 23:20
The plan to impose steep tariffs on 13 producers could have seen major price rises for US consumers.
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Zelensky names spy chief to head presidential office

January 2, 2026 - 22:21
Kyrylo Budanov has led the Hur military intelligence, which has claimed a number of highly-effective strikes against Russia.
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Russia accuses Ukraine of killing 27 people in New Year attack in occupied Kherson region

January 2, 2026 - 22:05
Ukraine says it only conducts strikes against military targets and adheres to international law.
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Russia accuses Ukraine of killing 27 people in New Year attack in occupied Kherson

January 2, 2026 - 22:05
Ukraine says it only conducts strikes against military targets and adheres to international law.
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Dozens missing after boat carrying 200 migrants sinks off Gambia

January 2, 2026 - 20:46
It is the latest accident on one of the world’s most dangerous routes used by West Africans trying to reach Spain.
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Trump warns US will intervene if Iran kills protesters

January 2, 2026 - 20:27
The US president says "we will come to their rescue" after days of demonstrations and clashes.
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Indian families grieve deaths caused by contaminated tap water

January 2, 2026 - 18:28
Officials in Indore say four people have died after drinking contaminated water but families allege the toll is higher.
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