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October 2, 2025 12:45 PM October 2, 2025 12:45 PM

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Death toll rises to 72 in Cebu earthquake, Philippines

The death toll from the magnitude 6.9 earthquake that struck Cebu province in the central Philippines has risen to 72. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reported that at least 294 people were injured in the quake that hit Cebu province on Tuesday. The NDRRMC report...

October 2, 2025 12:43 PM October 2, 2025 12:43 PM

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Four dead, including three children, in Nepal mudslide in Madhesh province

In Nepal, at least four people, including three children, died after being buried in a mudslide in Madhesh province yesterday. Police said these people had gone to collect soil from the Hardikhola river, which flows along the border of Sarlahi and Mahottari. While digging soil with a trowel, a mound...

October 2, 2025 10:14 AM October 2, 2025 10:14 AM

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US Government Shuts Down After Congress Fails to Agree on Funding Deal

The US government shut down at midnight after Congress failed to agree on a funding deal, with Republicans and Democrats clashing over extra subsidies for Obamacare. Federal workers are the most affected, as layoffs are expected soon, though essential services will continue. White House Press Secret...

October 2, 2025 9:44 AM October 2, 2025 9:44 AM

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US President Donald Trump to Meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Four Weeks

US President Donald Trump has announced that he will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in four weeks, with soybeans set to be a key focus of their discussions. He acknowledged that American farmers are being "hurt" by China's decision not to purchase soybeans, a move he claims is driven solely by “n...

October 2, 2025 9:41 AM October 2, 2025 9:41 AM

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Elon Musk Becomes First Person with Net Worth of $500 Billion

Elon Musk has become the first person in history with a net worth of 500 billion US dollars. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO’s fortune has crossed the half-trillion mark. At his current pace, Musk could become the world’s first trillionaire by 2033, when Tesla’s proposed 1 trillion dollar compensation pack...

October 1, 2025 10:25 PM October 1, 2025 10:25 PM

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RBI Introduces Measures to Promote Cross-Border Transactions in Indian Rupees

 In order to promote the settlement of cross border transactions in Indian Rupees and local currencies, the Reserve Bank has announced a few additional measures. In the ‘Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies' issued earlier today, RBI has said that it is essential to make availability a...

October 1, 2025 10:03 PM October 1, 2025 10:03 PM

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Ukraine Sees 38% Spike in Russian Drone and Missile Strikes in September

Ukraine faced a sharp 38 percent increase in Russian drone and missile strikes in September compared to August, according to air force data. According to media reports, Moscow launched 5,636 drones and 187 missiles, averaging nearly 188 drones and over six missiles per day. Ukrainian defenses interc...

October 1, 2025 9:54 PM October 1, 2025 9:54 PM

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25 Killed as Under Construction Church Collapses in Ethiopia

In Ethiopia, at least 25 people were killed when a church under construction collapsed in Amhara region today. The tragedy occurred at Menjar Shenkora Arerti Mariam Church during an annual St. Mary celebration, where many worshippers had gathered. Local authorities reported that children and elderly...

October 1, 2025 8:31 PM October 1, 2025 8:31 PM

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Dengue Death Toll in Bangladesh Crosses 200

In Bangladesh, the dengue situation has taken a grave turn, with the death toll crossing 200 since the beginning of this year. Health authorities report that hospitals across Dhaka and other major cities are struggling to cope with the steady rise in patients.   According to the Directorate General ...