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Sri Lanka prisoners riot leaving 3 dead, 23 injured in chaos
Authorities suspect narcotics dealers and gang rivalries are behind prison violence at facilities in Sri Lanka.
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Argentina and Mexico join Africa in backing FIFA’s Infantino: What to know
How does FIFA presidency stand? Norway wants resignation, but Argentina and Mexico join Africa in Gianni Infantino camp.
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Iran’s grip on trade is a potent weapon, but it has an expiry date
Iran can exploit dependence on Hormuz today, but prolonged disruption will erode that leverage
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UN chief condemns both Ukraine and Russia amid escalation in war
UN chief Guterres calls for de-escalation and a ceasefire as Russia-Ukraine attacks intensify.
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Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan sign joint defence pact
The Saudi crown prince, Turkish president and Pakistani prime minister have signed a joint defence agreement in Mecca.
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Armenian Apostolic Church leader faces trial as feud with PM deepens
Catholicos Karekin II and six other clerics are accused of failing to reinstate a bishop who was defrocked.
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Russia drops record number of glide bombs on Ukraine as casualties pile up
Moscow’s troops suffer high rate of losses as Zelenskyy renews air campaign against Russia.
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Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan sign joint defence agreement: What’s in it?
Pact will ‘reshape security architecture’ of the region, experts say.
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Diego Maradona bloated, bedridden and resigned before death, says masseur
Seven healthcare professionals have been on trial since mid-April in Argentina for possible negligence.
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TRAFFIC, WEATHER, TRANSIT: Friday info
6:01 AM: Good morning. It’s Friday, August 7, 2026. WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET The Air Quality Alert for smoke expires at…
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