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The United States has sent a government plane to Cuba to retrieve a child involved in a complex custody dispute that highlights ongoing tensions surrounding transgender rights. The child, who is at…
Apr 23, 2026
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The Australian governments have come under scrutiny following a report that reveals a failure to deliver $160 million worth of river improvement projects, including vital upgrades for the now-parch…
Apr 23, 2026
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Pakistan cricket star Nawaz has been suspended after testing positive for a recreational drug, according to a statement from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). The 28-year-old all-rounder, who plays…
Apr 23, 2026
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Uber driver Michael Thorn says he was physically assaulted by two passengers in Chicago last week, and the ride-hailing company’s response has left him feeling betrayed. The incident, which occurre…
Apr 21, 2026
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Pretoria Boys High School students have embarked on a gruelling 30km swim across False Bay to raise funds for their struggling school, a challenge that has drawn national attention. The event, orga…
Apr 20, 2026
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Gauteng province in South Africa has reported a sharp rise in malaria cases, with health officials confirming a 30% increase in deaths since early 2026. The surge has prompted urgent action from th…
Apr 20, 2026
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The United States has seen a groundbreaking development in maternal and infant health as a new pregnancy vaccine has been shown to reduce baby hospital admissions for respiratory syncytial virus (R…
Apr 18, 2026
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Maybe, a new study published by the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), has revealed that the time of day when individuals exercise can significantly affect their physical and mental heal…
Apr 18, 2026
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A 90-year-old woman in South Korea has been sentenced to three years in prison for allegedly laundering drug money for her son, marking a rare case of elderly involvement in financial crime linked …
Apr 14, 2026
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Mozambican medical trainees at Hospital Central in Beira have been on strike for over a week, demanding payment of a 10-month salary delay. The protest, led by trainees from the University of Healt…
Apr 13, 2026
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Eswatini, a small landlocked nation in southern Africa, is facing a critical shortage of a groundbreaking HIV prevention drug known as Last, despite its potential to end new infections. Health offi…
Apr 8, 2026
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In an increasingly interconnected world, the modern lifestyle is evolving at a rapid pace, with urban wellness, home improvement, and smart personal finance habits taking center stage. According to…
Apr 7, 2026
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