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World - ABC News
Fresh tension grips Bangladesh as student protesters demand president's resignation
Political tension in Bangladesh is growing after a leading student group called for the country’s figurehead president to resign over comments he made that appeared to call into question former ...4 hours ago -
World - The New York Times
India and China Reach Border Deal That Could Ease Tension
Four years ago, several soldiers from both sides were killed in a bloody melee. Any thaw between the countries could have global implications.9 hours ago - China -
World - Financial Times
Art dealer Heinz Berggruen’s gripping Picasso mini retrospective comes to Paris
One of the world’s most impressive private collections includes pivotal pieces by the Spanish artist and other modernist masters12 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Harris struggles to loosen Trump’s grip on the media
Former President Trump’s brief stop at a suburban Pennsylvania McDonald’s on Sunday was largely a political stunt, but one that catapulted him into a viral moment his campaign seized upon to win ...19 hours ago - Donald Trump -
World - ABC News
Police in Mozambique fire tear gas at opposition politician as post-election tensions soar
Police in Mozambique have fired tear gas at the country's leading opposition politician and supporters as he spoke with reportersYesterday -
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Top stories - BBC News
India and China agree to de-escalate border tensions
The two countries have reached a patrolling agreement after several clashes between their troops since 2020.2 days ago - China -
Business - Financial Times
Gold hits record high as rate cuts and Middle East tensions fuel demand
Gains of 40% in past year spark predictions of rally to $3,000 a troy ounce2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Why can’t politics in the UK or US get to grips with Taylor Swift? Because she is a force in her own right | Gaby Hinsliff
On each side of the Atlantic, so much rests on what she says, positions she takes and who meets her approval. She is where pop meets politics now. When people say that music can change the world, ...2 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - Financial Times
Beirut divided: Israeli strikes fuel Lebanon’s sectarian tensions
Arrival of displaced people from southern areas of country spurs rising paranoia and raises fears of intercommunal violence2 days ago - Israel -
World - The Guardian
‘Sowing terror’: fears Israeli strikes will stoke sectarian tensions in Lebanon
Israeli military accused of attacking buildings hosting displaced people, sparking communal division. Ali Daher first heard the explosion and then he felt the pain. An Israeli aircraft loitering ...2 days ago - Israel -
World - The Guardian
Teacher murdered in front of schoolchildren as Lima gripped by crime wave
Extortion rackets killed seven people in less than 12 hours in Lima recently, despite a two-month state of emergency. Late into the night, mothers chanted for justice outside their children’s ...3 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Nikon seeks to diversify beyond cameras and chips amid geopolitical tensions
Japanese company’s chipmaking equipment has escaped US export restrictions to China but situation is volatile, says chief3 days ago -
World - The New York Times
Tensions Spike in Mozambique After Killing of 2 Political Activists
Leading supporters of the top opposition presidential candidate, Venâncio Mondlane, were fatally shot in their car following an election marred by allegations of fraud.3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Kylie: Tension II review – more of the same is much, much less
(BMG) Kylie Minogue’s follow-up to 2023’s euphoric Tension – and smash hit Padam Padam – fluctuates between sparkle and self-doubt, generic pap and two stone-cold bangers. It is impossibly easy to ...4 days ago -
World - ABC News
Iranian foreign minister discusses regional tensions with Egyptian officials in Cairo
Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi has discussed rising tensions in the region with Egyptian officials in Cairo during the first such visit by a top Iranian official to the North African nation ...6 days ago - Iran -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
China Security Group Urges Review of Intel's Chips as Tech Tension With U.S. Rises
The Chinese industry group said that Intel’s products have shown security vulnerabilities and high failure rates.6 days ago - China -
Top stories - CBS News
Tension between Canada, India continues after top diplomats expelled
Canada and India have expelled each other's senior diplomats as the two countries' dispute continues over the assassination of a prominent Sikh activist, Hardeep Singh Nijjar, in Vancouver last ...October 16 - India -
Top stories - BBC News
Drones, threats and explosions: Why Korean tensions are rising
The North has warned the South of "horrible consequences" if another drone crosses the border.October 15 -
World - The New York Times
Trudeau Aides Testify at Hearing as Tensions With India Escalate
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s top aides spoke at a public hearing a day after Canada accused Indian diplomats of orchestrating killings and extortions in the country.October 15 - India -
Business - CNBC
U.S. crude prices fall more than 4% as Israel is not expected to strike Iran's oil industry
The International Energy Agency said Tuesday that its members are prepared to take action if there is a supply disruption in the Middle East.October 15 - Israel -
World - ABC News
North Korea blows up parts of inter-Korean road and rail links in a symbolic display of anger
South Korea says North Korea blew up the northern parts of inter-Korean road and rail links no longer in useOctober 15 - North Korea -
Business - Financial Times
UK wage growth falls to 4.9%
Data for three months to August adds to evidence that pay pressures are easingOctober 15 - United Kingdom -
Business - Financial Times
North Korea blows up roads to south as tensions mount
Symbolic detonations are first of their kind and come amid dispute over dronesOctober 15 - North Korea -
World - ABC News
South Korea says North Korea has blown up the northern parts of inter-Korean roads no longer in use
South Korea says North Korea has blown up the northern parts of inter-Korean roads no longer in useOctober 14 - North Korea -
Politics - The Hill
Robinson lashes out at Republican senator amid tensions over campaign
North Carolina GOP gubernatorial nominee Mark Robinson recently lashed out at Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) at a campaign event, slamming the senior senator as “spineless” following tensions ...October 14 -
Top stories - CBS News
Tensions rise as Israel continues strikes on Lebanon, Gaza
Israel continued strikes in both Gaza and Lebanon. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday warned the U.N. to remove its peacekeeping force from southern Lebanon. Debora Patta reports.October 13 - Israel