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‘Slank U’: Indonesian presidential candidates try to harness power of music

Around The Globe - Wed, 01/31/2024 - 02:36
Hugely-popular band Slank have endorsed presidential candidate Ganjar Pranowo but fans could be more fickle.

Two-child benefit cap: ‘Every month is a struggle’

Education - Wed, 01/31/2024 - 01:05
Half a million households are now affected by either the two-child limit, the benefit cap or both.

Malaysia prepares for ‘hands-on’ king as Johor Sultan takes the throne

Around The Globe - Wed, 01/31/2024 - 00:54
Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar will be installed as the country's 17th king under a unique rotational monarchy.

South Korea’s stunning comeback breaks Saudi Arabian hearts

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/30/2024 - 23:00
Saudi Arabia dominated for much of the last 16 Asian Cup clash but South Korea emerged victorious on penalties.

‘Frog being boiled’: US troop deaths in Jordan incite Republican Iran hawks

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/30/2024 - 22:44
Political rhetoric heats up as Biden says he has decided response to deadly drone strike blamed on Iran-aligned group.

South Korea beat Saudi Arabia on penalties to reach Asian Cup last eight

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/30/2024 - 22:05
South Korea and Australia will now go head-to-head in the quarterfinals on Friday.

What’s behind the renewed violence on South Sudan’s border with Sudan? 

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/30/2024 - 21:57
More than 50 people were killed in the violence along the border between Sudan and South Sudan.

Spain parliament votes against Catalan separatist amnesty bill

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/30/2024 - 21:46
In exchange for parliamentary support PM Sanchez agreed to the law to allow him to form a minority leftist government.

Venezuela accuses US of ‘blackmail’ over sanctions

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/30/2024 - 21:22
The US reimposed sanctions after a ban blocking the candidacy of the opposition in Venezuela's elections was upheld.

Remains of dozens of Palestinians released for burial by Israel

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/30/2024 - 20:21
A mass burial was held in Rafah for dozens of Palestinians whose remains were returned to Gaza by Israel.

Northern Ireland agreement could end deadlock, restore government

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/30/2024 - 20:19
The political deadlock in the region began after the UK left the European Union.

Iran summons British ambassador as tensions soar

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/30/2024 - 20:08
UK has sanctioned Iranian officials and accused Iran-backed groups of attacking a US base in Jordan.

Biden says he has decided Jordan strike response, doesn’t want wider war

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/30/2024 - 19:11
The US president says he does not wish to trigger a regional war but will respond to the attack on US troops.

What are T-levels and what are the grades worth?

Education - Tue, 01/30/2024 - 19:08
T-levels are equivalent to three A-levels, and focus on practical rather than academic subjects.

Jordan drone strike: Is the US being pulled into another Mid East war?

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/30/2024 - 18:45
Sunday's attack that killed three US servicemen was the latest chapter in a war Trump started more than five years ago.

Ethiopia’s dangerous game in East Africa could spark conflict

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/30/2024 - 18:07
A recent Ethiopian agreement with breakaway Somaliland threatens to destabilise the whole region.

France announces new measures in bid to quell farmers protests

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/30/2024 - 17:44
French farmers have been protesting against insufficient pay, EU regulations and unfair competition from cheap imports.

‘We are obliged to end the war’: A new Russian unit fights for Ukraine

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/30/2024 - 16:50
The Siberian Battalion features a diverse set of fighters who risk Russia's wrath by joining the 'enemy'.

What is the cypher case that led to jail term for Pakistan’s Imran Khan?

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/30/2024 - 15:31
Pakistan's former prime minister is jailed for 10 years in cypher case less than two weeks ahead of general elections.

Despite lawsuits, monopoly may keep Boeing’s business intact

Around The Globe - Tue, 01/30/2024 - 15:27
Boeing and Alaska Airlines stare at lawsuits while Boeing clients are contemplating a business without certain planes.

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