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England has announced a major crackdown on illegal waste dumping, with taxpayers set to foot a £200 million bill for the cleanup of large-scale illegal waste sites. The move comes after a surge in …
Mar 26, 2026
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Israeli forces have carried out a targeted airstrike in the Strait of Hormuz, reportedly killing a senior Iranian Navy commander, according to Israeli officials. The attack marks a significant esca…
Mar 26, 2026
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been ranked as the world’s most popular leader with a 68% approval rating, according to a new survey by Morning Consult, while Swiss President Ignazio Cassis…
Mar 26, 2026
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Opposition leaders in Nigeria have made a strategic visit to the Kwankwassiya Movement, aiming to forge a unified front against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The visit, led by key fig…
Mar 25, 2026
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The Iran war fuel crisis is disrupting everyday life across Asia, with soaring energy prices and supply chain disruptions affecting businesses, investors, and consumers. As tensions in the Gulf reg…
Mar 25, 2026
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Kenya faced severe flooding on Monday after two major rivers, the Tana and the Athi, overflowed their banks, submerging parts of Nairobi and surrounding regions. The disaster, triggered by heavy ra…
Mar 25, 2026
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The Andhra Pradesh government has announced that no power tariff hike will be imposed on consumers for the 2026-27 financial year, a move that has been welcomed by households and businesses across …
Mar 25, 2026
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The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced a significant increase in remuneration for poll officials ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections in five states, signaling a heightened focus …
Mar 25, 2026
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Nigeria's civil servants, represented by the Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council (JNPSNC), have issued a strike notice to the Federal Government, demanding the immediate release of a …
Mar 25, 2026
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Oil prices fell on Wednesday as global markets reacted to renewed hopes for de-escalation in the Middle East, with traders betting on a potential reduction in geopolitical tensions. The drop came a…
Mar 25, 2026
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Israel has abruptly halted oil exports to Iran, marking a significant escalation in tensions between the two nations amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The move, announced late last night, c…
Mar 25, 2026
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Residents of Katpadi constituency in Tamil Nadu, India, are increasingly voicing concerns over worsening traffic congestion and a lack of job opportunities, as the 2026 general elections approach. …
Mar 24, 2026
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