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Jesse L. Jackson, Icon of America’s Civil Rights Movement, Dies at 84

The longtime activist, minister, and presidential contender leaves a complex legacy of moral leadership, political ambition, and global advocacy. Jesse L. Jackson, one of the most recognizable figures of the American civil rights movement and a tireless advocate for racial justice, economic equality, and political inclusion, has died at the age of 84. A close […]

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Iran’s foreign minister speaking at the United Nations in Geneva during nuclear talks

Iran–US Nuclear Talks in Geneva Show ‘Guiding Principles’ Progress, but Major Hurdles Remain

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Tehran signals cautious optimism as energy markets react, regional tensions simmer, and negotiators face hard choices over sanctions, enrichment, and security guarantees. Fresh diplomatic engagement between Iran and the United States in Geneva has produced what Iranian officials describe as agreement on broad “guiding principles” for future negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear programme. While the announcement

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Intermittent Fasting Fails to Outperform Standard Diets for Weight Loss, Major Review Finds

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A comprehensive analysis suggests time-restricted eating offers little added benefit for shedding pounds, raising questions about social media hype and long-term health claims. Intermittent fasting has surged in popularity over the past decade, promoted across social media platforms, wellness blogs, and fitness communities as a powerful shortcut to weight loss and metabolic health. But a

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Israeli foreign minister in Jerusalem amid Gaza conflict and West Bank policy debate

Israel Moves to Register West Bank Land, Palestinians Warn of ‘Creeping Annexation’

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Cabinet approval to formalize land records deepens fears of permanent occupation as settlement expansion, security policy, and diplomacy collide. Israel’s cabinet has approved a policy to initiate land registration across parts of the occupied West Bank, a move that Israeli officials frame as a legal and security measure but which Palestinians condemn as a step

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People gather near a missile display during Iran’s Islamic Revolution anniversary in Tehran

Iran Signals Economic Openings in Nuclear Talks With the US as Sanctions Relief Takes Center Stage

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Tehran floats energy, mining, and aircraft cooperation in renewed negotiations, while Washington balances diplomacy with military pressure across the Middle East. Iran has indicated that a new round of negotiations with the United States could include economic cooperation across energy, mining, and civil aviation, signaling a more pragmatic tone as both sides seek to avoid

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Finnish President Alexander Stubb, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at an international security conference

Nordic Leaders Call for Long-Range Strike Capability for Ukraine as War Enters a More Dangerous Phase

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Denmark and Finland urge allies to lift limits on deep-strike weapons, while Moscow warns of “overwhelming” retaliation and wider escalation. As the war in Ukraine grinds into another year of high-intensity conflict, senior leaders from Northern Europe are pressing Western allies to remove restrictions on long-range weapons that would allow Kyiv to strike deep into

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US Prepares for Prolonged Military Operations Against Iran as Diplomacy Hangs in the Balance

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Pentagon planning signals a potential shift from one-off strikes to sustained campaigns, raising fears of regional escalation across the Middle East. The United States military is preparing contingency plans for potentially weeks-long operations against Iran should diplomatic efforts fail, according to officials familiar with current planning. The development marks a significant escalation in posture from

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Tropical shoreline of the Chagos Archipelago with palm trees and clear ocean waters

Chagos at the Crossroads: The Secretive Islands Fueling a New US–UK–Mauritius Dispute

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A pristine archipelago with a painful past becomes the center of renewed geopolitical tension over sovereignty, military basing, displaced communities, and climate risk. Far from the world’s shipping lanes and tourist routes, the Chagos Archipelago lies scattered across a vast expanse of the Indian Ocean. To the casual observer, these palm-fringed atolls appear to be

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Portrait of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny

UK and European Allies Accuse Moscow of Poisoning Alexei Navalny With Rare Neurotoxin

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Two years after Navalny’s death in custody, Western governments cite forensic findings pointing to a dart frog–derived toxin, reigniting calls for accountability and tougher sanctions. Two years after the sudden death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny in a remote penal colony, the case has re-entered the global spotlight. The United Kingdom, joined by several

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Tarique Rahman addressing supporters after BNP’s landslide victory in Bangladesh’s general election

Bangladesh Turns the Page: BNP’s Landslide Victory Reshapes Power After Gen Z Uprising

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Historic vote ushers in a new government led by Tarique Rahman as voters demand democratic reform, economic recovery, and accountability after years of centralized rule. Bangladesh has entered a decisive new political chapter. In the country’s first general election since the youth-led uprising that toppled a long-standing government, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) secured a

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