World
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Trump Signals Potential Restoration of F-35 Access for Turkey
President Trump is expected to discuss restoring Turkey’s F-35 access during a NATO summit in Ankara, contingent on resolving the Russian S-400 system dispute.
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Richmond Charter Boat Sinking: Families Seek Answers as Search Continues
Grieving families seek answers after a deadly Richmond boat sinking left six missing, while investigators scrutinize the charter’s safety and lack of oversight.
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Tanker Set Ablaze in Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Regional Tensions
A tanker was struck by a projectile near the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns over maritime security and energy supply stability.
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SIPTU prepares strike ballot as public sector pay talks stall
Ireland’s largest union, SIPTU, is initiating a strike ballot for 80,000 public sector workers following the expiration of the national pay agreement.
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Wolfe Tones Singer Brian Warfield Settles RTÉ Defamation Action
Wolfe Tones singer Brian Warfield has settled his defamation case against RTÉ regarding comments made by broadcaster Joe Duffy during a 2023 Liveline segment.
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Ukraine Strikes Russia’s Largest Oil Refinery in Record-Breaking 3,000km Drone Attack
Ukrainian forces hit the Omsk oil refinery in a record 3,000 km drone strike, marking a significant escalation in long-range operations against Russian energy assets.
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NSW Launches Independent Review Following Alleged Murder of Four-Year-Old
Authorities in New South Wales have launched an independent review into child protection services after a mother was charged with the murder of her four-year-old son.
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Deadliest Clashes Since 2022 Signal Fragility of Yemen Truce
Intense fighting near Hodeidah has left dozens dead, marking the most significant breach of Yemen’s 2022 truce as regional tensions rise.
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Millions Gather for Khamenei Funeral Amid Tense Geopolitical Standoff
Millions of Iranians gathered in Tehran to mourn Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, even as the country faces ongoing conflict and a delicate political transition.
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Broadland Nurseries Closure Highlights Economic Strain on UK Garden Retail SMEs
Broadland Nurseries in Norfolk is closing after decades of trade, signaling the growing divide between independent garden retailers and consolidating industry chains.
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NATO Ankara Summit 2026: A Pivot Toward Industrial Defense and Spending Targets
NATO leaders gather in Ankara to address aggressive defense spending targets, industrial expansion, and continued support for Ukraine amid shifting transatlantic ties.
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Markets on Alert as Trump Engages Putin and Zelenskyy Amid Escalating Conflict
Global markets react to Trump’s diplomatic outreach to Putin and Zelenskyy, occurring alongside intense Russian strikes on Kyiv and Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil.
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UK Ministers Target Political Funding as Farage Faces Fresh Scrutiny
Ministers are set to overhaul UK political funding rules as Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faces mounting pressure over undeclared gifts and financial ties.
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Pizza Express Held Internal Inquiry Into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s 2019 Alibi
Pizza Express conducted an internal investigation into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s 2019 alibi, finding no evidence to support his claimed visit to their Woking branch.
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Ireland and Qatar Sign Diplomatic Cooperation Agreement as Dublin Prioritizes EU Enlargement
Ireland’s Foreign Minister Helen McEntee has signed a new diplomatic MoU in Doha while reaffirming Ireland’s commitment to EU enlargement during its Council presidency.
