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October 18, 2025 7:26 AM October 18, 2025 7:26 AM

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Madagascar: Army Colonel Sworn in as President Following Military Coup

Madagascar has sworn in an army colonel as President, just days after a military takeover on the back of a popular rebellion that sent President Andry Rajoelina fleeing into exile.     The African island nation’s High Constitutional Court yesterday formalised the appointment of Colonel Michael Randr...

October 17, 2025 9:35 PM October 17, 2025 9:35 PM

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Global Village Dubai Kicks Off 30th Season With Parade, Performances, and Fireworks

Global Village, Dubai’s flagship multicultural entertainment destination, opened its milestone 30th season with a vibrant celebration that lit up the night sky with performances and fireworks, welcoming guests to what it calls “A More Wonderful World.” The season’s grand opening was marked by a colo...

October 17, 2025 9:28 PM October 17, 2025 9:28 PM

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Bangladesh Signs July National Charter Despite Protests and Security Concerns

In Bangladesh, ‘July National Charter’ was signed today at the South Plaza of the National Parliament Building in Dhaka. However, the event was overshadowed by violent protests, tight security, and widespread political boycotts. Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus signed the Charter on behalf of ...

October 17, 2025 9:23 PM October 17, 2025 9:23 PM

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5.5-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Northern Afghanistan, Fourth in Less Than a Month

A 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck northern Afghanistan this evening, marking the fourth quake to hit the country in less than a month and the second quake to hit the country in less than 12 hours. According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the tremor occurred 47 km north-northwest of Khandud at a...

October 17, 2025 8:21 PM October 17, 2025 8:21 PM

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Explosion at Bucharest Apartment Block Kills 3, Injures 14

An explosion at an eight-storey apartment block in Romania's capital Bucharest collapsed floors, killing three people and injuring 14 today. The blast also broke windows at a nearby high school. According to local media reports, the explosion completely collapsed two floors in the building and affec...

October 17, 2025 7:01 PM October 17, 2025 7:01 PM

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UN Agency Increases Food Deliveries to Gaza, Warns Needs Still Unmet

The U.N. World Food Programme(WFP) said today, it has brought about 560 tonnes of food per day on average into Gaza since the Israel-Hamas ceasefire took effect, but that still fell short of the scale of need in the enclave. WFP spokesperson Abeer Etefa said reporters in Geneva that the ceasefire ha...

October 17, 2025 6:34 PM October 17, 2025 6:34 PM

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Bangladesh Prosecutor Seeks Death Penalty for Former PM Hasina Over July Movement Crimes

The Chief Prosecutor of Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) has sought the death penalty for former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal in a case related to alleged crimes against humanity during the July Movement. Chief Prosecutor Tajul Islam ma...

October 17, 2025 6:16 PM October 17, 2025 6:16 PM

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Violent Clashes Erupt Near Bangladesh Parliament Ahead of July Charter Signing

The area surrounding Bangladesh’s Parliament turned into a scene of violent confrontation today as protesters clashed with police and security forces while attempting to rally ahead of the signing of the July National Charter. The demonstrators - comprising those injured in the July Uprising of 2024...

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