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Indonesian students protest against government policies

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Philippines seeking US permission to buy Russian crude due to fuel shortages and Strait of Hormuz blockade.

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A prominent Iranian bridge was destroyed by joint U.S.-Israeli strikes.

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LIVE FROM THE OVAL: President Trump Announces Historic Reforms to Accelerate Access to Medical Research & Treatments Based on Psychedelic Drugs "Since 9/11, we've lost over 21 times more veteran lives to suicide than on the battlefield... today, we're bringing them new hope."

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The India-Slovakia friendship is all set to grow even stronger! Highlights from a very special visit.

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On August 3, 2026, prosecution counsel Lorna Kapunan held up acknowledgment receipts bearing the names of confidential fund recipients: "Mary Grace Piattos," "Andy C. Lim," and "Patty Ting." These names — a snack brand, …

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