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No men’s Ashes Test in north of England
Ashes scheduling updates for the 2027 series reveal a June start for both men's and women's contests, building on a rich history…
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Trump Imposes Sweeping Tariffs on Canada as Trade War Erupts
President Donald Trump initiated a sweeping trade war with Canada on February 1, 2025, imposing a 25% tariff on most imports and…
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Ukrainian Drone Strikes on Wildberries Warehouses Strain Russian Retail Sector
Prof Ruben Eniklopov of Pompeu Fabra University in Barcelona characterized the cumulative pressure on the sector as a series of damaging events,…
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Trump Threatens to Target Iranian Infrastructure Amid Strait of Hormuz Attacks
President Donald Trump has threatened to destroy Iranian infrastructure, including bridges and power plants, in retaliation for any attacks on vessels navigating…
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Iran Strikes U.S. Allies as World Bank Forecasts Global Economic Downturn
The U.S.-Iran conflict escalated significantly this week as Tehran launched retaliatory strikes against U.S. allies Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain following 11 consecutive…
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House Passes Defense Bill
The U.S. House of Representatives passed the 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) on Tuesday, December 8, 2020, with a 335-78 vote.…
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Trump Administration Seeks Saudi Nuclear Pact as Iran Conflict Threatens Growth
The Trump administration is seeking Congressional approval for a Saudi nuclear technology pact that excludes long-standing U.S. non-proliferation safeguards. Meanwhile, escalating hostilities…
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Trump Administration Faces Mounting Scrutiny Over Foreign Policy and Agenda
As of July 22, 2026, the Trump administration faces mounting scrutiny over its foreign policy and domestic legal challenges. While the White…
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الأرصاد تكشف موعد انكسار الموجة الحارة
Egypt is bracing for a transition in its current weather patterns as the nation navigates a period of intense heat. This trend…
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US to announce deal allowing Saudi Arabia a nuclear programme, reports say
The United States and Saudi Arabia are preparing to announce a deal authorizing a civilian nuclear program for the kingdom. The agreement,…
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Burnham To Review Early Prisoner Release Scheme
Andy Burnham became the United Kingdom's Prime Minister in July 2026, succeeding Keir Starmer following a leadership election triggered by Starmer's resignation.…
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U.S. Coast Guard Seizes Cocaine Worth $32.2 Million
The U.S. Coast Guard has confiscated over a ton of cocaine with an estimated street value of more than $32.2 million. The…