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Two Tankers Attacked in Strait of Hormuz, Triggering Global Oil Supply Fears
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) of Iran confirmed on Thursday local time that two oil tankers had exploded while passing through the Strait of
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Two Oil Tankers Attacked in Strait of Hormuz Spark Global Security Fears
Greek shipping giant Dynacom Tankers recently confirmed that two of its tankers were struck by unidentified objects while navigating near the Strait of Hor
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US Military Tightens Iran Port Blockade as Persian Gulf Tensions Escalate
The United States Central Command (USCENTCOM) stated in its latest operational update this week that since resuming the blockade of Iranian ports on July 1
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Taiwan's Health System: Lessons in Universal Coverage
Taiwan's National Health Insurance covers almost everyone at low cost and is often cited as a model. How does it work, and what can the world learn from it? A clear explainer.
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Turkish Coast Guard Intercepts Vessel, Detaining 67 Migrants and 5 Smugglers
The Turkish Coast Guard conducted a maritime interception operation earlier this week, successfully intercepting a sailboat off the coast of Muğla Province
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Militant Ambush in Niger's Tillaberi Region Leaves 16 Soldiers Dead, 23 Injured
A serious violent conflict recently erupted in the West African nation of Niger, where a military outpost in the Tillabéri region was ambushed by militants
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Mbappé Sets Record With 22 World Cup Goals, Matching Müller's Single-Tournament Mark
French football superstar Kylian Mbappé has written a new chapter in history on the World Cup stage. With a brace in his most recent match, he has brought
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England Defeats France 6-4 to Claim World Cup Bronze in Record-Breaking Match
In the recently concluded FIFA World Cup, England and France engaged in an unprecedented offensive showdown in the third-place play-off, with England ultim
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São Tomé and Príncipe holds presidential election as incumbent seeks reelection
São Tomé and Príncipe, an island nation located in the Gulf of Guinea, recently held a presidential election that drew significant national attention. Incu
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Guyana Ferry Capsizes in Pomeroon River; 67 Rescued, 49 Still Missing
A major maritime disaster occurred recently in the South American nation of Guyana, where a passenger ferry capsized and sank rapidly for reasons yet unkno
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Landslides Triggered by Heavy Rain Kill Four in India's Nagaland State
Extreme weather has struck the Mon District in Nagaland, Northeast India, where days of torrential rain have triggered severe landslides. According to the
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5.5-Magnitude Shallow Earthquake in Central Peru Leaves Six Dead, 21 Injured
A 5.5-magnitude shallow earthquake struck the district of Chongos Bajo in Chupaca Province, Junín Region, central Peru, on Tuesday, severely impacting the
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US Soldier Killed During Controlled Explosion of Iranian Drone in Iraq
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) recently issued a statement confirming that a U.S. service member was killed while conducting operations in northern Iraq. T
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Iranian Drone Strike on Kurdish Party Camp in Northern Iraq Injures Eight
A drone strike, reportedly launched from Iran, recently targeted an area near Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. The Kurdistan Freedom Par
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The Rise of the Global South
The term 'Global South' appears more and more in world affairs. What does it mean, why are these nations gaining influence, and how are they reshaping global politics? A clear guide.
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Czech Rising Star Noskova Wins Maiden Grand Slam Title at Wimbledon
The 2026 Wimbledon Championships concluded at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London, where rising Czech star Linda Nosková claimed her mai
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At Least Ten Killed in Armed Ambush in DR Congo's North Kivu
A serious armed ambush occurred this week in the Beni region of North Kivu province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), resulting in the deaths
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Fuel Truck Explodes at Nigerian Checkpoint, Killing at Least Six People
A severe traffic accident occurred this week in Kogi State, central Nigeria, when a tanker truck transporting gas caught fire and subsequently exploded whi
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T-Rex Fossil Gideon Sells for Record $50 Million at New York Auction
A Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton, nicknamed "Gus," was sold at a Sotheby's auction in New York for $50.1 million (approximately NT$1.62 billion), setting a new
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New York Knicks Win NBA Title, Sweep Five ESPY Awards; Brunson Named Athlete
The 33rd annual ESPY Awards were held in grand fashion at the David H. Koch Theater in New York City. The night’s biggest winner was undoubtedly the New Yo
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Amazon Partners With Herotel to Launch Kuiper Satellite Internet in Africa 2027
Amazon recently announced a strategic partnership with South African internet service provider Herotel to launch the "Amazon Leo" satellite internet servic
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Kenyan Court Rejects Rastafarian Plea to Legalize Marijuana, Citing Public Interest
The High Court of Kenya recently dismissed a lawsuit filed by members of the Rastafari movement, who argued that the use of cannabis is central to their re
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Papua New Guinea Closes Taiwan Office, Assures Energy Contracts Remain Unaffected
Papua New Guinea’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Justin Tkatchenko, has officially announced the immediate closure of the Taiwan representative office in t
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UN Appoints Bangladeshi Diplomat Rabab Fatima as New Afghanistan Mission Chief
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has officially announced the appointment of Rabab Fatima, a veteran Bangladeshi diplomat, as the new head