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El Niño confirmed, set to fuel more extreme weather, says WMO
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El Niño confirmed, set to fuel more extreme weather, says WMO

The UN confirmed El Niño's onset on Tuesday. The UN urged all countries on Tuesday to bolster early warning systems after confirming the onset of El Niño, warning that the Pacific Ocean-warming phenomenon will bring above-average temperatures “nearly everywhere” and fuel more extreme weather.

Brazil takes a historic HDI leap with focused planning and public spending
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Brazil takes a historic HDI leap with focused planning and public spending

Brazil's Human Development Index score rose from 0. UN report reveals the country’s cash-transfer scheme has played a key role in raising its Human Development Index score from 0.744 in 2012 to 0.805 in 2024, on a scale from 0 to 1; as Brazil enters election cycle, the far-right narrative that the scheme discourages people from working draws backlash.

One-ton cocaine bust reveals secret US-Mexico tunnel
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One-ton cocaine bust reveals secret US-Mexico tunnel

Federal prosecutors charged four suspects from the Jalisco New Generation cartel for trafficking more than one ton of Members of Jalisco New Generation cartel used fake retail store in San Diego as front for trafficking drugs, officials sayFederal prosecutors have charged four suspects with trafficking more than one ton of cocaine for the Jalisco New Generation cartel using a fake retail store in San Diego as a front for a sophisticated tunnel that ran across the border to Tijuana, Mexico. The defendants include t.

Pentagon bans reporters from public affairs office
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Pentagon bans reporters from public affairs office

The Pentagon banned reporters from its public affairs office. The Trump administration’s “attempts to silence objective journalism just hit a new low,” said one press freedom advocate late Monday after the Pentagon announced that the US Department of Defense would mark its press office as a classified area, banning journalists from the space where they’ve previously talked openly with DOD officials.

Delhi restaurant fire kills 21; safety lapses under scanner | Above the Fold | 03.06.2026
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Delhi restaurant fire kills 21; safety lapses under scanner | Above the Fold | 03.06.2026

A fire at a South Delhi restaurant killed at least 21 people. In today’s episode: We track the devastating fire at a South Delhi restaurant that has claimed at least 21 lives, Karnataka’s leadership transition as D. K. Shivakumar takes oath as Chief Minister, and former Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalai’s decision to launch a new political venture.

Cricket Canada suspended over allegations of gang-linked corruption
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Cricket Canada suspended over allegations of gang-linked corruption

Cricket’s international governing body suspended Canada for serious breaches of its membership obligations. ICC’s decision comes amid growing concerns the team is being influenced by members of a notorious gang in IndiaCricket’s international governing body has suspended Canada over what it described as “serious breaches of its membership obligations”, dealing the latest blow to an organization that critics say has become a “laughing stock” within the sport. The suspension also comes amid growing concern.

How Pacific islands can gain from Australia-Japan ties
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How Pacific islands can gain from Australia-Japan ties

Australia and Japan will support Pacific island countries under a new economic security cooperation framework. Prime Ministers Anthony Albanese and Sanae Takaichi agreed to prioritize supply chains, energy, critical minerals, trade, and security. The leaders met in Canberra on May 4. This initiative aims to bolster economic resilience in the region. In their meeting on May 4 in Canberra, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and his Japanese counterpart, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, agreed to prioritize a range of issues including supply chains, energy, critical minerals, trade and security.

UN urges world not to forget Rohingya refugees as aid cuts threaten vital support
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UN urges world not to forget Rohingya refugees as aid cuts threaten vital support

The UN refugee agency appealed to the international community not to abandon 1. As the world approaches nine years since the mass displacement of Rohingya refugees from Myanmar into Bangladesh, the UN refugee agency (UNHCR) has appealed to the international community not to abandon the 1.2 million refugees living in the country, most of them in camps in Cox’s Bazar.

Japan defence minister rebuffs claims of ‘new militarism’ levelled by China
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Japan defence minister rebuffs claims of ‘new militarism’ levelled by China

Japan's Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi rejected claims of "new militarism." He stated Japan values its reputation as a peace-loving nation. This comes as China expands its military capabilities without sufficient transparency. Shinjiro Koizumi says Japan valued as a ‘peace-loving’ nation while China expands military capabilities ‘without sufficient transparency’Japan’s defence minister took a veiled swipe at China on Sunday, pledging to keep strengthening the military despite Beijing’s criticism of Tokyo’s increasingly muscular security stance. Under the prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, Japan has quickened its pivot to a.

New Aukus drone tech to protect critical undersea cables as Marles warns: ‘seabed is a battlefield’
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New Aukus drone tech to protect critical undersea cables as Marles warns: ‘seabed is a battlefield’

Australia’s defence minister, Richard Marles, declared the "seabed is a Minister at Singapore defence summit also reveals Australia to buy only secondhand Aukus submarines from USFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe defence minister, Richard Marles, has said the “seabed is a battlefield” in a combative speech urging Beijing to be more transparent about its maritime operations, and taking a.

Israel plans major West Bank settlement expansion despite legality concerns
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Israel plans major West Bank settlement expansion despite legality concerns

Israel approved plans for over 2,000 new homes in Jewish settlements across the Israel has approved plans for more than 2,000 new homes in Jewish settlements across the occupied West Bank, a move criticised by Palestinians and many countries that view the settlements as illegal under international law.

Gaza’s public servants systematically targeted in Israeli strikes
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Gaza’s public servants systematically targeted in Israeli strikes

The UN human rights office, OHCHR, reported systematic targeting of Gaza’s public servants Months since Gaza’s nominal ceasefire began, Palestinians continue to be killed and maimed in drone and airstrikes, including the enclave’s police force which is crucial to peace and reconstruction efforts, the UN human rights office (OHCHR) said on Wednesday.

Indonesia really can’t afford another air pollution crisis
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Indonesia really can’t afford another air pollution crisis

Jakarta experienced severe air pollution in August 2023, ranking among the world's most polluted cities. This led to school adjustments and remote work mandates. The crisis highlighted the government's inaction on environmental warnings. Residents expressed concern over air quality, particularly for children. Masks became common again. In August 2023, Jakarta briefly became a symbol of what happens when governments ignore environmental warning signs for too long.

UN mission reports rising tensions along the Blue Line in Lebanon
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UN mission reports rising tensions along the Blue Line in Lebanon

UN Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix reported rising tensions along the Blue Line between Lebanon and Israel. The UN Security Council met at France's request amid escalating violence between Israeli forces and Hezbollah. US mediation efforts continue. Monday’s hastily convened meeting of the UN Security Council at the request of France in response to escalating violence in Lebanon between Israeli forces and Hezbollah militants has underlined deepening international concern as the conflict intensifies, despite ongoing US mediation efforts.

Emergency meeting on Lebanon as Israeli attacks casts pall over Iran-US negotiations
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Emergency meeting on Lebanon as Israeli attacks casts pall over Iran-US negotiations

The UN Security Council convened an emergency meeting on Monday at France's request. This followed escalating violence between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. Israel has warned of strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs. The meeting also addressed confusion surrounding US-Iran peace talks. These talks are reportedly linked to faltering ceasefires in the region. The Security Council meets late on Monday at France’s request, as concern grows over escalating violence in Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah amid warnings of Israeli strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs, and confusion over the status of US-Iran peace talks linked to the faltering ceasefires.

From Libyan deserts to 3D-printed guns: The weapons that never go away
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From Libyan deserts to 3D-printed guns: The weapons that never go away

Libyan deserts are a source of weapons that continue to circulate years after conflicts end. These firearms cross borders and fuel crime. Ghost guns and 3D-printed firearms present new challenges. Sophisticated trafficking networks are also emerging. Years after conflicts fade from the headlines, the weapons used to fight them often continue to circulate – crossing borders, fuelling crime and undermining an often-fragile peace.

People ‘panicking’ as Ghana passes sweeping law criminalising LGBTQ+ activity
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People ‘panicking’ as Ghana passes sweeping law criminalising LGBTQ+ activity

Ghana's parliament approved a bill criminalizing the promotion of LGBTQ+ activities and Community groups say some fear they could lose homes, jobs and access to healthcare if the new law is ratified by President John Dramani MahamaGhana’s LGBTQ community is living in fear after the country’s parliament approved a sweeping bill that criminalises the promotion of LGBTQ+ activities and identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer, rights groups have warned. The legislation.

The Lockheed-Tanaka bagman
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The Lockheed-Tanaka bagman

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Russia Bets On Education To Sustain Influence In Central Asia
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Russia Bets On Education To Sustain Influence In Central Asia

Russia is investing hundreds of millions of dollars to build schools and universities across Central Asia. This initiative reinforces the use of the Russian language in the region. It occurs as younger generations face increasing Western and Chinese influences.

UN General Assembly elects Bangladesh’s Rahman as next president
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UN General Assembly elects Bangladesh’s Rahman as next president

Bangladeshi Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman was elected President of the UN General Assembly's 81st session. He defeated Andreas Kakouris of Cyprus. Rahman will lead the UN through a year of global crises and reform efforts. Bangladeshi Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman was elected President of the UN General Assembly’s 81st session on Tuesday after defeating Andreas Kakouris of Cyprus in a closely contested vote, positioning himself to steer the world body through a pivotal year marked by intensifying global crises, UN reform efforts and major leadership transitions.

Massive Russian Strike On Ukraine Kills Civilians, Injures Dozens
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Massive Russian Strike On Ukraine Kills Civilians, Injures Dozens

Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack across Ukraine on June 2. Russia launched one of its largest drone-and-missile attacks on Ukraine, striking cities across the country. At least four people were killed in Kyiv and at least nine in Dnipro, with dozens more injured. Ukraine's Air Force said Russia fired 73 missiles and 656 drones overnight on June 2.

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