China Sanctions Japanese Lawmaker Over Taiwan Ties, Sparking Regional Tensions

Ontario-Federal Deal Halves Development Charges to Boost Housing; Major Transit Projects Await Impact

Trump Administration Sues Minnesota Over Transgender Athlete Policy, Citing Title IX Violation

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(0:10): Italy's PM Slams Israel for Blocking Cardinal's Entry to Church on Palm Sunday, Citing Religious Freedom Violation

(2:25): Severe Storms Wreak Havoc in Canary Islands: Flights Grounded, Thousands Evacuated Amidst Flood Warnings

(4:31): European Ministers Urge Israel to Halt Proposed Death Penalty Expansion Amid International Concern

(6:15): Australia Boosts Fuel Security with State-Backed Guarantees Amid Global Market Volatility

(7:54): Japan's Major Naval Overhaul Signals Strategic Shift Amid Rising Regional Tensions

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(0:10): EU Investigates Snapchat Over Child Safety and Age Verification Under Digital Services Act

(2:16): Rapper-Turned-Engineer Balendra Shah Sworn In as Nepal's PM with Sweeping Mandate for Change

(4:24): US Pressure Leads France to Disinvite South Africa from G7 Summit

(6:29): Italy Seizes €20M in Assets Linked to Bond Star Ursula Andress' Alleged Fraud Case

(8:13): Study Reveals Microgravity Challenges to Reproduction in Space, Raises Concerns for Colonization

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(0:10): UN Declares Slave Trade Worst Crime Against Humanity, Calls for Reparations Amid Global Debate

(2:13): Ukraine Hits Russian Oil Infrastructure, Brent Crude Surges Above $100 Amid Global Supply Shock

(4:17): UK Government Prioritizes British Suppliers for Vital Sectors Under New National Security Procurement Rules

(5:50): Australia Boosts Critical Minerals Strategy with $1.2 Billion Reserve, Eyes Global Partnerships

(7:53): Tariq Ramadan Sentenced to 18 Years for Rape; Arrest Warrant Issued Amid Absence from Trial

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Germany's President Condemns US-Israel Iran War, Urges Europe to Define Independent Security Strategy

Trump Pushes G7 Allies for Support in Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Iran Tensions

American Academic Released from Afghan Detention After Diplomatic Mediation

Ghana and EU Forge Defense Pact to Combat West African Terrorism and Cross-Border Threats

MBS Urges US to Intensify Pressure on Iran Amid Middle East Power Dynamics

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(0:10): Bipartisan Bill Aims to Ban Prediction Markets Amid Regulatory Pushback and Crypto Market Shifts

(2:21): Hate Crime Fears as Jewish Ambulances Torched in London; Police Ramp Up Patrols Amid Rising Antisemitism

(4:07): EU–Mercosur Trade Deal Sparks Controversy as Provisional Application Begins May 1

(6:24): Kerala Election Office Error Sparks Concerns Over EC Neutrality, Opposition Demands Transparency

(8:07): FCC Bans Import of New Foreign Routers, Targets Chinese-Made Devices Amid Security Concerns

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(0:10): Cuba Braces for Potential US Military Action Amid Energy Crisis and Diplomatic Tensions

(1:50): Labour Leader Chairs Cobra Meeting on Iran Conflict's Economic Impact; UK Faces Geopolitical, Inflation Risks

(3:48): German Court Dismisses Climate Suit Against BMW, Mercedes: Private Firms Not Liable for Emissions

(5:26): UK Authorizes US Use of Bases Amid Rising Iran Tensions; Deploys HMS Anson to Arabian Sea

(7:16): Kuwait Customs Activates Emergency Plan to Secure Supply Chains Amid Regional Disruptions

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(0:10): AI Resurrects Val Kilmer for Role in New Film Amid Ethical Debate

(2:08): Attorney General Subpoenaed Over Epstein Investigation Transparency, Bipartisan Push for DOJ Clarity

(4:07): Global Powers Condemn Iran's Gulf Attacks, Oil Prices Surge Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions

(6:17): FAA Shifts to Radar to Prevent Midair Collisions at Major Airports After Deadly Incident

(7:57): Canada Faces Arctic Dilemma: Chinese Influence Sparks Sovereignty and Security Concerns

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(0:10): World Happiness Report 2026: Social Media Use Tied to Lower Well-being in Youth, Nordic Countries Lead Rankings

(2:26): Bennett and Brassard Win Turing Award for Pioneering Quantum Cryptography Protocol BB84

(4:37): Canada Unveils $1.4 Billion Plan to Boost Domestic Ammunition Production, Strengthening National Security

(6:49): Japan to Launch Offensive Cyber Operations in 2026, Enhancing Proactive Defense Strategy

(9:02): China-Taiwan Tensions Escalate Amid U.S. Support Concerns and Regional Military Drills

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(0:10): Daytime Fireball Over Ohio: Sonic Boom and Search for Meteorite Fragments

(1:55): Arizona AG Accuses Kalshi of Illegal Gambling on Elections, Sparking Regulatory Debate

(3:41): 2026 World Cup Pools Announced: India and Pakistan Set for Historic Clash

(5:15): Four Arrested in Festive Lighting Corruption Probe Spanning 10 Municipalities, Including Lisbon

(7:29): Scotland Poised to Vote on Landmark Assisted Dying Bill Amid Ethical and Safety Concerns

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