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India's 'Cockroach' Party to March Again After Protest Crackdown
India's 'Cockroach Janta Party' (CJP) plans another demonstration in New Delhi to assert the right to protest, following the arrest of two of its leaders.
DW
Netanyahu's Legacy: The Right-Wing Opposition He Has Forged
As Israel approaches elections, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's most enduring legacy may be the right-wing opposition that has united against him.
Al Jazeera
Four Firefighters Die in Indonesia's Wildfires
Four firefighters lost their lives battling wildfires in Indonesia's Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park, as toxic haze from the blazes spread to neighboring countries.
DW
Germany Set to Hike Tobacco Tax: Cigarette Packs Could Approach €12 by 2030
Germany's Bundestag has voted to gradually increase tobacco taxes, potentially raising the price of a pack of cigarettes to nearly €12 by 2030.
Euronews
Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia to Proceed as Planned, Golf Tournament Postponed
Saudi Arabia announced that the Asian Cup football tournament will proceed as scheduled in January, despite Houthi attacks, while a major golf tournament and other sporting events have been postponed.
Al Jazeera
Europe Promotes 'Trusted' AI Approach While Striving to Catch Up with US and China
At an international summit in Dublin, European leaders advocated for a trustworthy and independent approach to artificial intelligence (AI) as they lag behind the US and China in the field.
DW
Father Fined After Son's Fatal Fall from Cyprus Hotel Window
A father has been fined 3,000 euros following the tragic death of his two-year-old son, who fell from a hotel window during a family holiday in Cyprus.
BBC News
Clashes Erupt During Argentine Student Protests Over University Funding Cuts
Students and university staff in Argentina protested President Milei's austerity measures, leading to clashes with police and arrests.
DW
Former OpenAI Engineer Accused of Bugging Headquarters Reportedly Booked One-Way Flight to Saudi Arabia
US prosecutors allege a former OpenAI engineer, accused of planting a listening device, attempted to flee to Saudi Arabia before his arrest.
Al Jazeera
Report: Over 2,000 Palestinian Children Detained by Israel Since October 2023
A new report reveals that Israeli forces have detained more than 2,000 Palestinian children since October 2023, with 350 currently held under harsh conditions.
Al Jazeera
Musk Suggests US Government May Be Behind Ukraine Drone Speed Limits
Elon Musk has suggested that the US government might be responsible for speed restrictions on some of Ukraine's weapons using SpaceX's Starlink network.
BBC News
School Roof Collapse Kills at Least 27 Children and 1 Teacher in Pakistan
A private school roof collapsed in Peshawar, Pakistan, killing at least 27 children and one teacher, and injuring dozens more.
Euronews
Kashmir Friday Sermon Unification Proposal Sparks Backlash
A proposal to introduce uniform Friday sermons in mosques across Indian-administered Kashmir has drawn significant criticism from religious leaders and politicians, who accuse the government of curbin
Al Jazeera
School Roof Collapse in Pakistan's Peshawar Kills at Least 27 Students, One Teacher
A school roof collapse in Peshawar, Pakistan, has resulted in the deaths of at least 27 students and one teacher, with over 40 others injured.
DW
Iraq Devalues Dinar to Ease Cash Crunch, Leaving Traders in Limbo
The Iraqi government devalued the dinar against the US dollar by approximately 15% to cover salaries, but traders face rising import costs and market uncertainty.
Al Jazeera
Starlink Restricts Drone Speed in Ukraine, Disrupting Critical Missions
Elon Musk's SpaceX Starlink satellite internet service has imposed a **160 km/h** speed limit on drones in Ukraine, leading to disruptions in crucial military operations.
BBC News
Ukraine Resumes Refinery Attacks, Citing End to Energy Ceasefire
Ukraine has restarted strikes on Russian oil refineries, with President Zelenskyy stating the energy ceasefire is over and accusing the US of weakening Kyiv's position.
Al Jazeera
Two Dead in Istanbul After Heaviest Rainfall in 84 Years
Istanbul experienced its heaviest rainfall in 84 years, leading to severe flooding that claimed two lives and necessitated the rescue of hundreds.
BBC News
Fighting Intensifies in Yemen: Houthis Escalate Attacks on Saudi Arabia
Fighting in Yemen has intensified between Saudi-backed government forces and Houthi rebels, who have escalated their attacks on oil facilities and airports in Saudi Arabia.
Al Jazeera
Eight Crew Missing After Drone Attack on Tanker in Black Sea
A drone attack on a tanker off the coast of Romania has left eight of the 12 crew members of the San Marino-flagged 'Wine Trader' vessel missing.
BBC News
Israel Returns 22 Stolen Ancient Artifacts to Greece
Israel has officially returned 22 ancient artifacts, reportedly stolen from Greece, marking a significant cultural exchange amid strengthening ties between the two nations.
Al Jazeera
China and North Korea to Open New Yalu River Bridge
China and North Korea are set to officially open the New Yalu River Bridge, a significant development for trade and diplomatic ties.
Al Jazeera
New Dialogue Initiative in Sudan Faces Scrutiny Amid Military Influence Concerns
A committee of 19 Sudanese public figures has launched a national dialogue initiative, drawing criticism over perceived military influence.
Al Jazeera
Russia Arrests Japanese Journalist on Espionage Charges
Russian authorities have detained Japanese journalist Yuki Imai from Hokkaido Shimbun on espionage charges in the country's far eastern Sakhalin region.
BBC News
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