Fears of mass atrocities after Sudan's El-Fasher falls to paramilitaries

• 9:39 PM

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In tonight's edition, fears are mounting in Sudan after paramilitaries seized the key city of El-Fasher, amid reports of mass atrocities. Also, French media giant Canal Plus recently finalized its takeover of Africa's top entertainment platform, Multic

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US alleged drug boat strikes 'push a dangerous boundary in international law', analyst says

• 8:58 PM

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Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Sergio Guzmán, Director and Co-Founder of Colombia Risk Analysis, says that with the strikes on boats accused of transporting illegal drugs, the US is pushing a dangerous boundary in international law, adding that 'th

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Jihadists enforce a blockade on fuel in Mali

• 8:34 PM

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The U.S. Embassy in Mali told American citizens Tuesday to leave the country by plane because of the threats of terrorism and a severe fuel crisis stemming from a jihadi group's blockade of fuel tankers entering the landlocked West African nation. Mali c

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US embassy urges citizens in Mali to 'depart immediately' over safety concerns

• 8:26 PM

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The US embassy in Mali on Tuesday urged American citizens to "depart immediately using commercial aviation" as a fuel blockade by jihadists renders daily life increasingly dangerous. The al Qaeda-linked fighters have targeted fuel tankers in an apparent

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Musk launches Grokipedia to rival 'left-biased' Wikipedia

• 7:33 PM

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Elon Musk's company xAI has launched a website called Grokipedia to compete with online encyclopedia Wikipedia, which he and others on the American right wing have accused of ideological bias. But can Grok's information be trusted? FRANCE 24's Internatio

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US launches strikes on alleged drug-running boats off Colombia, killing 14

• 7:28 PM

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Tuesday that the U.S. military has carried out three strikes in the eastern Pacific Ocean on four boats accused of carrying drugs, killing 14 people and leaving one survivor on the deadliest single day since the T

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Israeli planes strike Gaza City after Netanyahu orders 'powerful attacks'

• 7:20 PM

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Israeli planes launched strikes on Gaza City on Tuesday after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused the militant group Hamas of violating a ceasefire in the Palestinian territory and ordered the military to carry out "powerful attacks". The Israeli s

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Violent police raids in Rio de Janeiro kill at least 64 people

• 5:57 PM

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At least 64 people were killed and 81 arrested in northern Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday as police launched their biggest ever raid on the city's main drug-trafficking gang. As many as 2,500 heavily-armed officers, backed by armoured vehicles, helicopters an

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Jamaica braces for historic storm as Hurricane Melissa makes landfall

• 5:10 PM

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Hurricane Melissa made landfall on Tuesday in Jamaica as a catastrophic Category 5 storm, one of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes in history. Authorities urged people to seek shelter and stay indoors as a storm surge of up to 4 metres and wind speeds of

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Ivory Coast’s economic champion Ouattara consolidates power with fourth presidential term

• 4:44 PM

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Ivory Coast’s Alassane Ouattara was re-elected in a landslide victory on Monday for a fourth presidential term, in a vote that was marked by the lack of credible opposition. The former high-ranking civil servant, who has led the West African country sinc

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Cyberbullying led to a 'deterioration' in Brigitte Macron's health, daughter says

• 4:33 PM

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Brigitte Macron's daughter Tiphaine Auziére told a French court on Tuesday that cyberbullying had led to a "deterioration" in the French first lady's health. Auziére spoke on the second day of the trial in Paris, where 10 people are accused of amplifying

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Israel launches air strikes on Gaza after accusing Hamas of violating ceasefire

• 4:17 PM

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Israeli air strikes killed at least eleven people and wounded four in Gaza City on Tuesday. This comes as Tel Aviv accused Hamas of ceasefire violations by carrying out an attack against Israeli forces. Hamas said in a statement that it remained committe

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Health: mRNA Covid vaccines may help fight cancer

• 3:41 PM

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Preliminary research published in Nature suggests that COVID-19 vaccines, particularly Pfizer and Moderna, may offer unexpected benefits for cancer patients. People with advanced lung or skin cancer who received the vaccine within 100 days of starting im

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US strikes on alleged drug-running boats in eastern Pacific kill 14

• 3:41 PM

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The US military carried out three strikes off the coast of Colombia on Monday against suspected drug-running boats, killing 14 and leaving one survivor. The death toll from the 13 disclosed strikes since early September now stands at at least 57 people.

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Texas sues Tylenol makers, claiming they hid drug's autism risks

• 3:40 PM

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The makers of Tylenol, Johnson & Johnson and Kenvue, were sued on Tuesday by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who accused them of knowingly hiding the drug's supposed links to autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Paxton, a Republican, s

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Hurricane Melissa: images from the eye of the storm

• 3:38 PM

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As Hurricane #Melissa nears #Jamaica, a US Air Force plane flew into it. Images from the plane and satellite shots show the magnitude of what is to be the worst storm to hit the island nation since records began 174 ago. The Category 5 hurricane has alre

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Jamaica: Up to 1.5 million people could be affected by category 5 Hurricane Melissa

• 3:37 PM

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Hurricane Melissa is approaching Jamaica, with authorities on high alert as the island braces for impact. While the country is no stranger to extreme weather, officials are taking extra precautions to minimize damage and ensure public safety. As FRANCE 2

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UN accuses Sudanese forces of crimes against humanity amid Darfur crisis

• 3:20 PM

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The UN Human Rights Council reports that both the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are responsible for large-scale attacks on civilians and destruction of vital infrastructure in Sudan. Some acts have been classified as crimes aga

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France's Brigitte Macron harassment trial : 'Since when has it been a crime to make a joke?'

• 3:18 PM

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On the second day of their trial in Paris, ten defendants face charges for harassment ,claiming that Brigitte Macron was born a man. The accused deny the charges, insisting their comments were satire or jokes. 'Since when has it been a crime to make a jo

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New York mayoral race enters final stretch

• 2:58 PM

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Polling places opened on Saturday for in-person voting in two of the year's most closely watched elections: the New York City mayor's race and the race to choose New Jersey's next governor. In New York, voters face a crowded mayoral contest with Democrat

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Kherson Under Fire: The Reality Behind the Russian Drone Strikes

• 2:49 PM

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On October 14, 2025, a UN humanitarian convoy carrying vital supplies to the village of Bilozerka in southern Ukraine came under a coordinated drone attack. Striking just a kilometre west of the village, Russian suicide drones damaged two clearly marked

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US and Japan forge stronger alliances

• 2:33 PM

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US President Donald Trump is on a visit to Japan, where he met with newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, highlighting strengthened security and trade ties. He approved Japan's long-awaited missile order for F-35 fighter jets and praised Takaichi’

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How to have a spooky and happy Halloween: Top tips for parents

• 2:32 PM

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From creepy costumes to scary movies and games, we tell you how to take advantage of all the thrills that Halloween has to offer, without any of the nightmares. Digital parenting expert Elizabeth Milovidov gives us her top tips for this fun holiday.

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UN warns of climate crisis as most countries fail to update carbon plans

• 2:30 PM

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A recent UN report reveals that most countries have failed to update their carbon-cutting plans as part of the Paris Agreement, and even those that have, will only reduce emissions by 10% by 2035, far short of the 1.5°C target. While progress is being ma

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US food assistance faces funding shortfall amid shutdown

• 2:26 PM

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Food banks and pantries, already struggling after cuts to federal programs, are bracing for a surge in demand as a federal food aid pause looms due to the ongoing government shutdown.

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Hamas returns partial hostage remains, Israel slams breach of truce

• 2:25 PM

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The office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday accused Hamas of a "clear violation of the agreement" after the remains returned on Monday were found to have belonged to a hostage who had already been recovered two years ago, instead o

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Venezuela suspends gas deal as Trinidad hosts US warship

• 2:23 PM

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Venezuela on Monday suspended energy agreements with Trinidad and Tobago, over what officials have described as 'hostile' actions by the island nation. Trinidad is now hosting one of the US warships involved in a controversial campaign to destroy Venezue

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Former Vietnamese imperial city of Hue flooded after record rainfall

• 2:05 PM

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The former imperial city of Hue found itself flooded after record rainfall in #Vietnam. Nearly two metres of water fell in just 24 hours - a record that had been standing since 1999. Scientists say human-driven #climatechange is making extreme weather ev

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'Every day the situation for Afghan women gets worse and worse,' campaigner says

• 2:03 PM

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A leading campaigner for women's and girls' rights in Afghanistan says the recent cutting off of the internet in the country led many women there to "completely" lose hope for the future. Mursal Sayas says that "every day" the situation for women gets "w

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Precious Okoyomon's poetic language and unruly artwork

• 1:20 PM

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Dreaming up creations that resemble a garden of earthly delights, filled with beauty, decay and poetry: Precious Okoyomon is a Nigerian-American artist who embraces dark and light, matter and impermanence. Their new exhibition is called "It's important t

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Japanese new PM rolls out 'charm offensive' for Donald Trump

• 11:59 AM

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US President Donald Trump is currently in Japan for a key visit as the country faces growing concerns over China's rise and North Korea's nuclear threats. Japan, heavily reliant on US security, is seeking to find a new balance between strengthening its a

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Sudan: Army acknowledges defeat in El-Fasher, UN warns of violence

• 11:56 AM

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The fall of  El-Fasher to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) marks a turning point in the Sudanese conflict, with General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan acknowledging his army's defeat. After 18 months of siege, al-Fasher was the last city in Darfur not under RSF co

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Cameroon: Violence erupts following Paul Biya's election victory

• 11:54 AM

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Violent incidents broke out across Cameroon following the announcement of Paul Biya’s victory with 55.66% of the vote, defeating Issa Tchiroma Bakary, who received 35.19%. In Garoua, Tchiroma’s stronghold, at least two people were killed by gunfire near

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Ivory Coast: Ouattara re-elected with 89.77% of the vote, calm prevails after election

• 11:53 AM

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With 89.77% of the vote, President Alassane Ouattara has been re-elected for a fourth term, pending validation by the Constitutional Council. Despite fears of eruptions following the election, the situation has remained calm, and life is gradually return

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Mali closes schools due to fuel shortage

• 11:51 AM

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Malian authorities announced on Sunday the suspension of classes in schools and universities for two weeks nationwide due to a fuel shortage. Since September, jihadists from JNIM have imposed a blockade on roads, preventing the import of fuel from neighb

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Domestic workers jobs decline in South Africa

• 11:49 AM

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A recent poll reveals that around 400,000 South African domestic workers have lost their jobs over the past five years. The primary factors behind this include sluggish economic growth, the flexibility of domestic work, and employers emigrating. Our Cape

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Excavations in Gaza underway to recover Israeli hostage bodies

• 11:29 AM

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Excavations are underway in #Gaza to recover the remaining bodies of #Israeli hostages. Egypt sent in heavy machinery and personnel to help with the search, alongside the Red Cross. The excavations come as #hostage families increase pressure to suspend t

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Brigitte Macron conspiracy theorists are 'sinking into absurdity'

• 11:25 AM

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PRESS REVIEW – October 28, 2025: First, the trial of Brigitte Macron's online harassers has started in Paris, with 10 people stand accused of spreading fake news and fuelling conspiracy theories about the French first lady. Next, Hurricane Melissa is mad

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Could US trade deals push ASEAN countries into the arms of China?

• 11:17 AM

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Several trade deals and frameworks between the US and Southeast Asian countries unveiled at the recent ASEAN summit heavily favour Washington. Some analysts are concerned that the lopsided deals will push ASEAN countries towards Beijing, this as China be

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France's AI drones set to revolutionise military surveillance

• 11:16 AM

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Near Paris, French manufacturer Thales is showcasing how a swarm of drones operates using AI, allowing for autonomous patrolling without constant human control. The company plans to market this technology next year. Thales is also advancing AI applicatio

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RSF expands control in western Sudan

• 11:14 AM

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The paramilitary force fighting since 2023 to take over Sudan has ousted the army from its last stronghold in the western Darfur region in fierce fighting, military officials and aid groups said Monday. Medical groups reported dozens of civilians killed

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Warnings of executions and ethnic cleansing mount in Sudan's El-Fasher

• 11:11 AM

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Reports were emerging Tuesday of mass killings and ethnically targeted atrocities in the western Sudanese city of El-Fasher since its capture by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary. A coalition of armed groups allied to the Sudanese army accused

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In the Netherlands, immigration dominates election campaign

• 11:04 AM

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Dutch voters head to the polls on October 29 and far-right parties have made immigration the central issue of the campaign. This hardline rhetoric led to anti-immigrant riots in September in The Hague and violent protests in towns where asylum centres ar

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Russia's repeated attacks on civilians in Ukraine called crimes against humanity

• 10:29 AM

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The UN Commission has determined that Russia's repeated attacks on civilians in three Ukrainian regions amount to crimes against humanity. As fighting intensifies near the strategic city of Pokrovsk, Ukrainian defense systems shot down a Russian drone. T

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Gaza calls for international help as thousands remain missing under rubble

• 10:25 AM

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In Gaza, the search for Israeli hostages' bodies intensifies as local civil defense workers call for international aid to retrieve and identify deceased Palestinians. At Nasser Hospital, 41 bodies were buried after a week of waiting for family identifica

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US government shutdown hits hard as workers queue at food banks

• 10:23 AM

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The shutdown in the US is beginning to drag on and be felt, especially by vulnerable workers who are no longer receiving state assistance. Lines at food distributions are growing longer, and yet, the shutdown is likely to continue, causing further damage

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Hurricane Melissa bears down on Jamaica as its strongest storm in recorded history

• 10:21 AM

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Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, is rapidly approaching Jamaica and Cuba, with both countries taking urgent precautions to mitigate flooding and landslides. Jamaican authorities are clearing drainage systems and urging evacuations, while Cuban offi

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Donald Trump meets with newly elected Japanese PM Takaichi in Tokyo

• 10:19 AM

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US President Donald Trump met with Japan’s newly elected Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, during a visit to Tokyo. As part of the trip, they visited an American military base, marking the first time a Japanese prime minister has done so. This visit is a p

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Zelensky appeals for stable European financial support for another two or three years

• 10:02 AM

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine will need European financial backing for another two to three years to sustain its fight against Russia. Zelensky also called on US President Donald Trump to use his upcoming talks with China's Xi Jinpi

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Trump backing boosts Milei in midterm elections: An offer Argentina couldn't refuse?

• 8:38 AM

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"Speak softly and carry a big stick." That was US President Theodore Roosevelt's adage to stake out Washington's turf in the Americas. More than a century on, it's being evoked by some after an upset win in Argentina's midterm elections by a close ally o

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Musk launches AI-powered Grokipedia to challenge ‘left-biased’ Wikipedia

• 7:43 AM

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After months of delays to "purge out the propaganda", Elon Musk on Monday announced the launch of Grokipedia to rival online encyclopedia Wikipedia, which he has accused of ideological bias. The content of Grokipedia is generated by artificial intelligen

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Shinzo Abe murder trial opens with gunman pleading guilty to killing ex-Japanese PM

• 6:45 AM

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Three years after the assassination of Japan's former prime minister Shinzo Abe shocked the world, the murder trial opened Tuesday with the suspect pleading guilty. "Everything is true," Tetsuya Yamagami told a court in the western city of Nara, admittin

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NBA: Spurs remain undefeated as Wembanyama continues historic run

• 6:44 AM

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The San Antonio Spurs dominated the Toronto Raptors 121-103. Victor Wembanyama scored 24 points and grabbed 15 rebounds.

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The Bright Side: Kenyan conservation areas adapt to help Maasai and wildlife coexist

• 6:33 AM

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Kenya’s Nashulai conservancy is pioneering a new approach to conservation, allowing Maasai communities to remain on their ancestral land alongside the wildlife that draws tourists from across the world. The conservancy funds itself through a college that

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Japanese governor calls for military help amid spike in bear attacks

• 5:57 AM

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The governor of the northern Japanese Akita prefecture on Tuesday appealed for military help to deal with a surge of bear attacks that have killed a record 10 people this year. The animals have been increasingly encroaching on towns due to a combination

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US, Japan sign rare earths deal as Takaichi hails ‘golden age’ in bilateral ties

• 3:37 AM

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Japan's new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, hailed US President Donald Trump on Tuesday, vowing a “golden age of ties” as they signed a deal to secure critical minerals. Takaichi, Japan’s first female leader, praised Trump’s peacemaking and will nominate

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Venezuela suspends energy agreement with Trinidad amid US warship dispute

• 1:24 AM

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Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said on Monday he had suspended an energy agreement with Trinidad and Tobago after the Caribbean nation welcomed a US warship. In a televised address, Maduro accused Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar of turning her

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Europe’s rights court clears Norway of climate misconduct over Arctic oil licences

• 12:09 AM

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Europe’s top human rights court ruled Tuesday that Norway did not violate its climate obligations by granting Arctic oil and gas exploration licenses in 2016. It was a setback for climate activists after a landmark ruling last year against Switzerland fo

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