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Pakistan has accused India of attempting to secure additional water rights under the Indus Waters Treaty, a move that could escalate tensions between the two nations and impact regional trade and i…
Apr 22, 2026
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Graham Platner, a noteworthy figure in American politics, has issued a compelling message to the Democratic Party, urging a shift in economic policy that could have broad implications. As the US na…
Apr 22, 2026
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The UK's inflation rate surged to 10.1% in March, the highest in over four decades, as rising energy prices driven by the Mideast war fuelled cost pressures across the economy. The Office for Natio…
Apr 22, 2026
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The U.S. government’s escalating rhetoric with Iran has sent shockwaves through global markets, with Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies tumbling while oil prices surged. On Tuesday, the Bitcoin pri…
Apr 22, 2026
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Vivian Global, a leading global security consultancy, has issued a strong condemnation of Iran’s recent domestic policies, citing concerns over national security and internal stability. The firm, b…
Apr 22, 2026
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Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu has publicly blamed poor long-term planning for the country's stalled economic growth, a statement that has sent ripples through financial markets and business circl…
Apr 22, 2026
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Russia's war memes have become a surprising driver of social media revenue, with platforms reporting a 25% increase in engagement from users in Southeast Asia, including Singapore. The viral conten…
Apr 22, 2026
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Tamil Nadu’s 2026 state elections are set to reshape the political and economic landscape of South India, with Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, actor Joseph Vijay, and a new wave of Tamil nationalism vy…
Apr 22, 2026
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US Senate Republicans have unveiled a plan to break the deadlock over the nomination of Dr. Mark Warsh to the Federal Reserve, a move that could reshape monetary policy debates and influence global…
Apr 21, 2026
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Ted Cruz, the Republican senator from Texas, has warned that he will push for a government shutdown in the weeks leading up to the November midterms, citing deep disagreements with Senate Majority …
Apr 21, 2026
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Hungary’s government faces a major legal and political challenge after the European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruled that its anti-LGBTQ+ laws violate core EU values. The decision, handed down on 12 Ap…
Apr 21, 2026
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The US Senate Republican Conference has unveiled a $70 billion immigration funding plan aimed at securing federal border agencies, including US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Cus…
Apr 21, 2026
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