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Indonesia earthquake displaces thousands, kills at least 53
A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Indonesia has caused at least 53 deaths and displaced around 5,000 people, with rescue efforts ongoing. A powerful 7.7…
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A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Indonesia has caused at least 53 deaths and displaced around 5,000 people, with rescue efforts ongoing. A powerful 7.7…
Brazil’s president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has begun his campaign for a fourth term, vowing to prevent the return of far-right influence. His opponent, Fl…
Heatwaves across Europe have disrupted infrastructure, reduced productivity, and caused economic losses, with estimates suggesting a potential €180bn impact o…
Twenty-two additional bodies have been recovered from a ferry that capsized on Lake Kariba, raising the death toll to 68, according to police. Eighteen child…
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