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US tariffs on Canada, Mexico take effect
Washington: President Donald Trump’s long-threatened tariffs against Canada and Mexico went into effect Tuesday, putting global markets on edge and setting up costly retaliations by the United States’ North American allies. Starting…
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Over 200 children raped in Sudan since start of 2024: UNICEF report
Children in conflict-ravaged Sudan as young as a year old have been raped since the beginning of 2024, according to the U.N. children’s agency Tuesday, which said sexual violence is being used…
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Trump says 25% tariffs on Mexican, Canadian imports will start Tuesday
Washington: President Donald Trump said Monday that 25% taxes on imports from Mexico and Canada would start Tuesday, sparking renewed fears of a North American trade war that already showed signs of…
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Japan’s 18-year-old Prince Hisahito says he’ll balance royal duties, studies
Tokyo: Japan’s Prince Hisahito, the second in line to the throne, has held a debut news conference, telling reporters he would try to balance official duties and his university studies and research…
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How Trump’s history with Russia, Ukraine set stage for blowup with Zelenskyy
Washington: As his White House meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart devolved into a stunning blowup, President Donald Trump leaned on a familiar refrain to explain his unique kinship with Russian leader Vladimir…
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Last-minute problems with SpaceX’s mega rocket Starship forces delay of latest test flight
Washington: Last-minute problems forced a launch delay Monday for SpaceX’s mega rocket Starship, attempting a comeback following an explosion on the last test flight. The countdown got down to the 40-second mark,…
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Federal workers face second Musk deadline to explain their work last week
Washington: Federal employees face a midnight deadline to comply with Elon Musk’s second demand for reports on their recent accomplishments, a request that has become a flashpoint within the government workforce. Musk…
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US pauses aid to Ukraine, pressuring Zelenskyy on Russia talks
Washington: President Donald Trump has directed a “pause” to US assistance to Ukraine after a disastrous Oval Office meeting as he seeks to pressure Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to engage in peace…
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Finland opens door for skilled Indian professionals
New Delhi: Finland is opening its doors to skilled Indian professionals for opportunities that span across IT software development, engineering, game development and post-doctoral research roles, according to an official statement on…
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In siding with Russia over Ukraine, Trump hastening US decline
Canberra: Has any nation squandered its diplomatic capital, plundered its own political system, attacked its partners and supplicated itself before its far weaker enemies as rapidly and brazenly as Donald Trump’s America?…
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‘We are grateful for all support we’ve received from US,’ says Zelensky
New Delhi: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, on Monday, expressed gratitude to the US for the support it has extended during the ongoing war against Russia. In a video message posted on X,…
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Indian students in dilemma over Canada’s study visa rules
Thousands of Indian students have been left in distress due to the recent changes in Canada’s study visa policies. Those who are planning to study in Canada are struggling due to the…
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UK PM announces new 1.6-billion-pound deal for Ukraine to buy missiles
London: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that Britain will allow Ukraine to use 1.6 billion pounds ($2 billion) of British export finance to purchase more than 5,000 air defence missiles. “This…
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Zelensky offers to sign aborted mineral deal with US
London: Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he was ready to sign the aborted mineral deal with the US after British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a “Coalition of the Willing” to…
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Pope Francis stable, continues recovery amid guarded prognosis
Rome: Pope Francis remained in stable condition and didn’t need any mechanical ventilation on Sunday, the Vatican said. It was a sign that his respiratory function was improving as he continues his…
