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A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Myanmar with aftershocks felt in Thailand and China, causing widespread devastation. Naypyidaw reported at least 144 fatalities, with many still trapped.
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Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan sign historic border agreement after decades of disputes
Tajikistan’s President Emomali Rahmon and Kyrgyzstan’s President Sadyr Japarov ratified the deal on 13 March in Bishkek.
Crowds gathered on the border between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, waiting to cross it for the first time since 2021.
People could finally be reunited…
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Israel strikes Beirut for first time since a ceasefire ended fighting with Hezbollah
The area targeted is largely residential and commercial and is close to at least two schools.
Israel has launched its first attack on the Lebanese capital Beirut since a November ceasefire ended fighting between the Israeli military (IDF) and Hezbollah.
The IDF warned…
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Thousands of animals killed after foot-and-mouth outbreak in Hungary and Slovakia
Authorities have already had to slaughter thousands of cattle and strict measures to control the epidemic are in place in both countries.
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Video. Hanami celebrations begin in Tokyo as cherry blossoms reach their peak
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As cherry blossoms near their peak, Tokyo’s parks buzz with locals and tourists enjoying ‘hanami’ picnics, celebrating the season’s arrival ahead of this weekend’s full bloom.
Tourists and locals flocked…
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Israel’s antisemitism conference sparks debate over alliances with Europe’s right wing
Stirring controversy even before its official start, this week’s International Conference on Combating Antisemitism in Jerusalem made headlines long before it took place.
The international antisemitism conference, held in Jerusalem this week, surprised the political…
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Video. Rehabilitated sea turtles return to Atlantic Ocean off Florida
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After recovering from cold-stunning in New England, 19 sea turtles were released back into the Atlantic Ocean off Jacksonville, Florida, with help from Turtles Fly Too.
Nineteen sea turtles that were rehabilitated…
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Latest news bulletin | March 28th – Midday
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Airstrikes hit Houthi-controlled sites across Yemen, injuring seven
The extent of the damage and possible casualties wasn’t immediately clear, though the number of strikes appeared particularly intense.
A series of airstrikes hit sites across Yemen controlled by the Houthi rebels, including neighbourhoods in the capital Sanaa, the group…
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Pete Hegseth pledges US support for Manila against China
The US defence secretary’s visit to the Philippines came as Democrats called on him to resign over a national security scandal.
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