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Buildings destroyed and rescue efforts under way after deadly Afghanistan earthquake

Buildings destroyed and rescue efforts under way after deadly Afghanistan earthquake

A 6.0 magnitude earthquake in eastern Afghanistan on Sunday night has resulted in at least 800 fatalities and thousands of injuries. Preliminary reports indicate that significant destruction occurred, with numerous buildings collapsing and widespread damage recorded across affected areas. Footage from the scene reveals extensive rubble where structures once stood. The earthquake has also triggered

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More than 800 killed after strong earthquake hits Afghanistan

More than 800 killed after strong earthquake hits Afghanistan

A recent earthquake in eastern Afghanistan has resulted in over 800 fatalities and thousands of injuries, prompting ongoing rescue efforts. The quake, which registered a magnitude of 6.0, struck at 23:47 local time on Sunday, approximately 27 km east of Jalalabad, the country’s fifth-largest city, impacting Kunar province most severely. Local authorities have reported that

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How the death of a delivery driver ignited Indonesia

How the death of a delivery driver ignited Indonesia

Protests in Indonesia have sparked significant unrest, resulting in violence and casualties. The demonstrations, which began on August 25, were prompted by rising costs of living and discontent over perceived excessive financial benefits awarded to politicians, with reports indicating parliamentarians receive over 100 million rupiah monthly. This is substantially higher than the national average income,

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Gaza flotilla with Greta Thunberg on board departs Barcelona

Gaza flotilla with Greta Thunberg on board departs Barcelona

A flotilla consisting of around 20 boats has departed from Barcelona, carrying 350 pro-Palestinian activists, including climate activist Greta Thunberg. The vessels, adorned with Palestinian flags, left at 19:00 local time on Monday, loaded with medical supplies and food. This mission, named the Global Sumud Flotilla, aims to address what organizers describe as “Israel’s illegal

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Nestle fires boss after romantic relationship with employee

Nestle fires boss after romantic relationship with employee

Nestlé has terminated the employment of its chief executive, Laurent Freixe, after one year in the position due to his failure to disclose a romantic relationship with a direct subordinate. The Swiss multinational corporation, known for products such as Kit Kat and Nespresso, announced that Freixe’s dismissal was effective immediately and followed an investigation led

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India's Modi has 'insightful' talks in Putin's limo

India’s Modi has ‘insightful’ talks in Putin’s limo

India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, recently engaged in a 45-minute discussion with Russian President Vladimir Putin during a summit in China. Modi described the exchange as “insightful” and shared a photo of their meeting, which took place inside Putin’s car. According to Putin’s spokesperson, the leaders felt at ease in the setting, prompting the extended

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US suspends most visas for Palestinian passport-holders, reports say

US suspends most visas for Palestinian passport-holders, reports say

U.S. officials have reportedly implemented new restrictions on visitor visas for Palestinians, particularly affecting those who hold Palestinian passports. According to media reports, nearly all applicants with these passports are being denied visitor visas. This development follows the denial of visas to 80 Palestinian officials ahead of the upcoming United Nations General Assembly in New

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