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The Afghan women cyclists who fled the Taliban to pursue Olympic dream
Since arriving in the UK from Afghanistan, Mina, Persia and Arifa have been training twice a week. BBC News – World…
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Six-year-old who shot his teacher allegedly assaulted another
Allegations of previous violent incidents are detailed in a legal notice filed by the injured teacher. BBC News – World…
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Turkey and Syria earthquake: ‘The hospital was collapsing with my son inside’
Ismael had just left his six-year-old son for treatment when the massive earthquake struck. BBC News – World…
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‘Reasonable grounds’ to believe Syrian Government was behind deadly chlorine gas attack on Douma: OPCW report
A new report released by the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) finds “reasonable grounds” exist to believe the Syrian Government was responsible for a chemical weapons attack that killed 43 civilians in the suburban town of Douma in 2018, the organization’s senior official told the Security Council on Tuesday. UN News
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Türkiye, Syria quake latest: full scale of disaster still unfolding, UN humanitarians warn
The full scale of the multiple earthquake disaster in Türkiye and Syria is still unfolding, UN humanitarians said on Tuesday, as they stressed the critical need to step up search and rescue efforts for victims and ensure that lifesaving aid reaches all those who need it. UN News
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South Korea stalker jailed 40 years for killing woman in subway
A top court said the man’s actions were a “revenge killing” after his victim reported him to police. BBC News – World…
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Energy giant BP sees record profits of $28bn
The firm’s profits more than double after energy prices surged last year following the invasion of Ukraine. BBC News – World…
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Turkey earthquake: Where did it hit and why was it so deadly?
Two earthquakes have killed more than 2,000 people in southern Turkey and northern Syria. BBC News – World…
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Adani Group: Can embattled India tycoon recover from $100bn loss?
The group’s valuation has plunged after a short-seller raised fraud allegations. What’s the way out? BBC News – World…
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Turkey quake: Heavy rain hampers rescue efforts
More than 4,300 people are confirmed dead in the quake that struck northern Syria and Turkey. BBC News – World…