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Sunday’s election is turning out to be one of the tightest in recent history.
Pakistan and India trade angry accusations at the UNGA
Pakistani PM Imran Khan labels India’s government ‘fascist’, as India accuses its neighbour of nurturing ‘terror’.
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Gaza reconstruction to start by October after $1bn pledged
The reconstruction process comes in three stages: residential units, infrastructure and high-rise buildings.
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Taekwondo: Ending child marriage in Zimbabwe, one kick at a time
The martial art is a welcome refuge for teenage girls hoping to escape the widespread practice of child marriage.
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Abbas gives Israel ultimatum to quit Palestinian territory
Speaking at UN, the PA leader accuses Israel of ‘apartheid’ and ‘ethnic cleansing’, threatens to withdraw recognition.
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UFC’s Jon Jones arrested for domestic violence, vehicle damage
Former UFC light heavyweight champion arrested in Las Vegas following Hall of Fame induction.
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Iceland votes amid splintered political landscape
Prime Minister Jakobsdottir is seeking a second mandate but the large number of parties could get in her way.
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