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Two people were killed and nine others remain missing after a chemical tank imploded at a paper mill in Washington state. Authorities warned the incident could become one of the deadliest industrial disasters in the state’s modern history as investigations and recovery operations continue.
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The US carried out fresh overnight strikes in Iran targeting a military site near the Strait of Hormuz, while President Donald Trump warned Washington could resume military action if nuclear negotiations with Tehran fail to produce an agreement acceptable to the United States.
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India has sent emergency pharmaceutical supplies, including diagnostics, therapeutics and infection-control materials, to support Ebola containment efforts in Congo. Africa CDC thanked India for the assistance as the outbreak in Congo and Uganda continues to spread with rising infections and fatalities
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US President Donald Trump said Washington had reset relations with China through trade pressure, military expansion and energy dominance. He claimed the US economy remained strong while administration officials highlighted rising defence investment, recruitment growth and broader Indo-Pacific strategic competition
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The US-India Business Council welcomed strategic initiatives announced during Marco Rubio’s India visit, including agreements on critical minerals, energy security and technology cooperation. USIBC said the developments reflected stronger Quad momentum and deeper economic ambition between India and the United States
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US President Donald Trump ruled out any Iranian control over the Strait of Hormuz and reiterated that Tehran would not be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons. He said diplomacy with Iran was continuing even as Washington maintained pressure through sanctions and military strength
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Israel announced Hamas military commander Mohammed Odeh was killed in a targeted overnight strike in Gaza City. The IDF and Shin Bet said Odeh, linked to the October 7 attacks, was eliminated, marking a significant blow to Hamas’ leadership
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President Trump meets his Cabinet amid fragile Iran war talks. A potential deal may reopen the Strait of Hormuz, reduce uranium stockpiles, and extend ceasefire, but critics warn terms resemble Obama’s accord and risk emboldening Tehran before midterms
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DR Congo faces an early-stage Ebola outbreak with 101 confirmed cases and up to 220 suspected deaths. Caused by the Bundibugyo strain, authorities plan a 4–6 month response using surveillance, isolation, and safe burials amid rising infections
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President Trump, 79, underwent a three-hour preventive exam at Walter Reed, sparking scrutiny over age and health transparency. The White House insists he remains in excellent health, though critics cite limited disclosures and concerns about cognitive decline ahead of midterms
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NASA unveiled a $20 billion plan for a permanent lunar base, announcing three missions this year to deliver rovers, science payloads, and infrastructure. The program aims to prepare for astronaut landings in 2028 and establish sustained human presence by 2032
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The Trump administration announced that 10,000 additional white South Africans, mainly Afrikaners, will be admitted to the US as refugees this year. The move raises the refugee cap while broader refugee admissions from other conflict-hit regions remain largely restricted
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India and Canada signalled a rapid reset in bilateral ties, aiming to conclude a free trade agreement by year-end. Leaders from both nations highlighted expanding cooperation in trade, investment, energy, technology, agriculture and education to strengthen economic relations and diversify exports
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Sam Altman said fears of an AI-driven jobs apocalypse may have been overstated, admitting fewer entry-level white-collar jobs were lost than expected. Speaking in Sydney, he stressed that human interaction remains difficult for AI to replace despite growing workplace automation
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted Quad’s economic and strategic weight, announcing initiatives on maritime surveillance, port infrastructure, critical minerals, and energy security. India will host the next Quad at Sea mission, reinforcing Indo-Pacific cooperation among the four democracies
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North Korea launched an unidentified projectile off its west coast, following April’s missile test. Kim Jong Un continues expanding nuclear arsenals amid stalled diplomacy. South Korean President Lee Jae Myung urged stronger military capabilities, including AI, drones, and nuclear-powered submarine acquisition
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Iran denied reports it would transfer enriched uranium abroad, dismissing Saudi media claims as US psychological operations. Officials stressed no nuclear concessions in ongoing MoU talks with Washington, while emphasizing unity against US-Israel pressure amid fragile ceasefire and Pakistani-mediated negotiations
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US forces struck Iranian missile sites and mine-laying boats in southern Iran, threatening a fragile ceasefire. CENTCOM cited self-defense, while Trump said talks with Iran could yield a “Great Deal” or renewed conflict, urging regional nations to join accords
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Russia has passed a law allowing the President to deploy armed forces to protect citizens facing arrest or legal action abroad. The move follows the detention of a Russian Orthodox Church bishop in the Czech Republic, which Moscow has termed a “provocation” and demanded his release
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Ebola is a serious viral disease with a high fatality rate that spreads through contact with infected body fluids. Health authorities are closely monitoring the Bundibugyo strain due to ongoing outbreaks in Africa and concerns over the absence of approved vaccines.
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India handed over 134 police cabs to Sri Lanka under a grant of SLR 300 million to strengthen policing, road safety, and emergency response. The initiative reinforces ongoing bilateral cooperation and development partnership between the two countries
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Microsoft is scaling back employee access to Anthropic’s Claude Code due to rising AI costs, redirecting engineers to GitHub Copilot CLI. Despite rollback, its Anthropic partnership via Azure remains intact as enterprises face surging token-based expenses from generative AI
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Hajj 2026 began in Mecca with over 1.5 million pilgrims arriving despite regional tensions and a fragile Iran ceasefire. Pilgrims braved intense heat, circling the Kaaba, camping in Mina, and preparing for Arafat prayers amid global energy concerns
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US President Donald Trump, in a surprise live video call during a Delhi event marking the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence, expressed admiration for India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
