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Latest Australia News
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Latest Bangladesh News
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Russia seeking to ‘provoke’ Ukraine conflict, Germany says
Defence minister’s accusation comes as Western powers pile pressure on Moscow over its military buildup at the border.
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‘Where is the $128B?’ Turkey’s opposition presses Erdogan
The sum refers to the dollars sold by Turkey’s state banks to support its lira currency in foreign exchange markets.
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Broad security failures during US Capitol riot remain: Report
Watchdog report says poor equipment, preparation, communication and morale helped riot, and the issues remain a concern.
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Opinion
What is the real extent of Turkey’s COVID-19 crisis?
While new restrictions were imposed, experts accuse the gov’t of concealing the real magnitude of the pandemic.
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Hundreds of US companies voice opposition to new voting laws
From Amazon to Warren Buffet, US firms and CEOs signed a letter opposing Republican efforts to pass new election laws.
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