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Two killed and 35 wounded in Ukraine after wave of Russian strikes

Russia launched 111 drones in an overnight attack on Ukraine, according to authorities.

Myanmar

More than 1,700 people die after Myanmar earthquake

Myanmar continues to be hit by a string of aftershocks, the latest being a 5.1-magnitude earthquake that struck on Sunday morning. This follows a 7.7-magnitude quake that hit on Friday leaving at least 1,700 people dead.

Europe News

Kyiv says Moscow preparing new offensive to increase pressure

The claim from Kyiv comes after Russia launched a massive overnight attack on Ukraine killing at least four people, according to authorities.

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Greenland's Inuit reclaim identity amid growing independence debate

During colonial rule, Denmark enforced assimilation policies, unofficially banning the Inuit language, forced sterilisations and removing children from their families to be placed in Danish homes. Policies which left Greenlanders bitter.

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Zelenskyy dismisses Putin's vow to stop attacking energy grid

The Ukrainian President described Putin's supposed concession as 'very much at odds with reality'.

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Greenland votes amid Trump controversy over US ambitions

Polls opened on Tuesday for Greenlanders to elect their 31 lawmakers who will shape policy on the strategic island in the North Atlantic.

Syria

Syria ends operation against al-Assad loyalists after days of fighting

According to UK-based war monitor, The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, 1,130 people were killed in the clashes, including 830 civilians.

World News

People march in cities around the world on International Women's Day

People around the world joined forces to march against patriarchal societies, the gender gap and violence against women in rallies in cities across the world.

Russia

Putin referred to Napoleon's 1812 failure to conquer Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin, reacted to the speech of French President Emmanuel Macron, who called Russia a threat to Europe.

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Macron: 'Russia is a threat to France and to Europe'

“It must be said, we are entering a new era,” the French President Emmanuel Macron said in an evening address to the nation.

Ukraine

Ukrainians react to Trump's call with Putin on peace plan

Kyiv residents react to US President Donald Trump's call to Russian President Vladimir Putin asking to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine, without guaranteeing Ukraine's involvement in the talks.

Haiti

US deported Haitian migrants under Trump's new executive orders

In the first week of the US president's second term, officials reported the deportation of some 7,300 people of different nationalities.

World News

Western Europe suffering from aftermath of storms Herminia and Éowyn

Violent winds and torrential rain have hit western Europe, causing flooding in many regions, particularly in France, and leading to severe power outages in Ireland.

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World leaders commemorate victims of Nazi Germany

World leaders will be attending the ceremony at Auschwitz on Monday including German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, French President Emmanuel Macron, and Britain’s King Charles III.

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Pope Francis warns that excessive scrolling causes 'brain rot'

Pope Francis expressed concern over the impact of social media, warning against excessive scrolling, which he described as causing 'brain rot.'

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Macron and Scholz call for a united Europe amid Trump's tariff threats

French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke in Paris of the challenge posed by US President Donald Trump.

USA

Europe reaffirms strong ties with US despite Trump policy concerns

As Trump prepares to take office, European leaders highlighted the importance of strong ties with Washington and the need to adapt to potential shifts in international policies and agreements.

Food and Drink

World Pizza Day: From Italy to world conquest

From its origins in the Roman world to its global popularity, not least in the United States, pizza has been recognised on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list since 2017. Today, it remains one of the most consumed foods worldwide.

Europe News

Polish PM accuses Russia of plotting 'acts of terror' against airlines

The Kremlin has previously denied Western claims that Russia has organised acts of sabotage and attacks across Europe.

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EU enlargement to remain 'merit-based' says commissioner

Marta Kos, the EU’s Commissioner for Enlargement has said any expansion of the Union will be based on merit rather than geopolitics, and must serve existing Member States as well as future ones.

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