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Kuwait's army said on Tuesday that its air defences are currently intercepting Iranian drones over its terrority. The army urged the public to follow safety and security instructions issued by the relevant authorities.
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How unfortunate that one of the most exhilarating World Cups in recent history should be marred by the sort of stuff that will linger in the memory much, much longer than the many glorious moments. The closing scenes at…
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Crews continue to search for two young brothers following their suspected drownings at a provincial park, Manitoba RCMP say. Maximo Au Ramirez, 10, and Aaron Au Ramirez, 13, were visiting Whiteshell Provincial Park, 130…
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Good morning, mga Ka-Siloys! Here are your top stories for Wednesday, July 22, 2026, including an official’s response after Cebu’s street floods. Drainage improvements ongoing in Banilad, Tipolo, Mandaue mayor says…
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Commuters at Auckland's Waitematā Train Station were evacuated this morning after a false fire alarm. Fire and Emergency said it was called to the station, formerly known as Britomart, at about 8.15am on Wednesday, but…
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Open this photo in gallery: AFN National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak speaks to reporters following a meeting of Indigenous leaders with Canada's Premiers at the Council of the Federation meeting in Charlottetown on…
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The Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has dismissed reports linking him with resignation, warning that legal action would be taken against those behind the false claim. Mr Musa, a retired general, spoke on Tuesday…
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Sheinbaum said that the consultation process with experts, parents, teachers and young people in three distinct states should lead to "some scheme of regulation" on the use of social media by minors. The post Mexico…
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Troy Jackson has further tightened his grip on Maine’s Democratic nomination for Senate. Mr. Jackson, a logger and former state lawmaker, is set to appear on the ballot at Democrats’ nominating convention on Saturday in…
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Ambitious police constable Cállan Andrews was allegedly murdered because senior figures in a notorious Gqeberha gang â the Nice Time Bozzas (NTB) â wanted one of its alleged members âto make reparationâ after a…
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The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd), has advocated mandatory drug screening for intending couples. Marwa made the call on…
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Mexico City's history of popular street markets dates back nearly 700 years, but few remain as charming (or have as many safety concerns) as Tepito's La Lagunilla market, writes Andrea Fischer. The post From the…
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio (left) and his wife Jeanette Dousdebes Rubio arrive at Ninoy Aquino International Airport on July 21, 2026, ahead of the Asean Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. —Photo by Brendan…
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Hundreds of firefighters and soldiers were battling a massive wildfire northeast of Madrid on Tuesday that has been raging since last week. Authorities say the blaze, which broke out on Thursday in Guadalajara province…
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Nigeria’s Flying Eagles have settled down in Yamoussoukro, Cote d’Ivoire ahead of their opening fixture against Ghana at the WAFU B U20 Championship. The team travelled to Yamoussoukro after arriving in Abidjan on…
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Open this photo in gallery: Beluga whale Bertie Botts is transported from Marineland by a group of experts on Monday.Carlos Osorio/The Canadian Press Six captive belugas from Canada are now swimming in the waters of…
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From torrential downpours to lighting and thunder and several tornadoes, Alberta is experiencing an active summer storm season. As of July 21, there have been 26 tornadoes recorded in Alberta this year — an increase by…
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Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Tuesday largely steered clear of the potential minefield that comes with being in front of the press alongside US President Donald Trump, as the two leaders met for the very first time…
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The trailer for the Universal Pictures epic 'The Odyssey' starring Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson and Charlize Theron. Directed by Christopher Nolan. A movie theater outside of…
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Right on time for Wednesday’s Galaxy Unpacked unveiling of new products, Samsung has unveiled the Samsung Galaxy Card, its first branded credit card designed to turn everyday spending into cash rewards — especially for…
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The European Union and Oman have signed an agreement to open a permanent EU Mission in Muscat, as the regional alliance consolidates its footprint in the Gulf area. Vice-President of the European Commission Kaja…
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Lawmakers in the US House Committee on Agriculture’s Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development held a hearing on how the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) could address oversight…
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Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's…
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Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, on Monday received 13-year-old international STEM Olympiad gold medalist, Chimdiebube Onwubiko, at the Government House, Enugu, where he praised the young scholar for bringing honour…
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Descrease article font size Increase article font size Canadian government officials will not be attending next week’s ribbon cutting event to mark the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge between Ontario and…
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Relatives gathered at the hospital. Some wept as the body of a girl was placed in a white plastic bag and laid alongside the other bodies wrapped in thick blankets. The "attack took us by surprise", said Ahmed al-Masri,…
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Dan Dakich unleashes on Don't @ Me after Toronto Tempo coach Sandy Brondello gets a 1-game suspension over her "protected species" hot mic comment toward Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese. A memorabilia hunter may have…
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The Philippines notched another unwelcome record in June when it recorded the highest electricity rates in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, beating Singapore for the top spot. Worse, already heavily burdened…
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Volodymyr Zelenskyy has fired Ukraine’s commander in chief Oleksandr Syrskyi and offered a “prominent position” to the defence minister he sacked last week in a move that sparked nationwide protests. In a late-night TV…