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WorldCyprus expresses solidarity with Spain after deadly Cordoba high-speed train collision
Cordoba, Spain. Cyprus’ president and foreign minister expressed sorrow and solidarity with Spain after a collision between two high-speed trains in Cordoba province killed at least 39 people and injured more than 150. Condolences…
WorldKarachi firefighters recover bodies after mall blaze; at least 19 dead and more than 60 missing
Karachi, Pakistan. Firefighters in Karachi began pulling bodies from the smouldering remains of Gul Plaza on Monday, as…
WorldIran may lift internet blackout in coming days after protests, senior parliament member says
Tehran, Iran. Iran may lift its internet blackout in the coming days, a senior parliament member said on…
WorldTrump letter to Norway PM escalates tensions with Europe over Greenland
Washington, United States. Donald Trump told Norway’s prime minister Jonas Gahr Støre that he no longer felt “obliged…
WorldMarkets slide as Trump threatens Greenland-linked tariffs on eight European countries
Washington, United States. Global markets faced renewed volatility after President Donald Trump vowed to impose tariffs on eight…
WorldHigh-speed train collision in southern Spain kills at least 21, dozens hospitalised
Adamuz, Spain. A high-speed train derailed and collided with an oncoming train in southern Spain on Sunday, killing…
WorldNotable events in history on January 19
Washington, United States. A range of major political, military and technological developments occurred on January 19 across different…
WorldTrain collision after derailment in southern Spain kills at least 21
Adamuz, Spain. Rescuers worked through Sunday night after a derailed high-speed train crossed tracks and collided with an…
WorldParis apartment floor collapse during birthday party injures at least 19, investigation opened
Paris, France. At least 19 people were injured, including one in critical condition, after a fifth-floor apartment floor…
WorldIran official cites at least 5,000 deaths in protests as authorities warn of possible executions
Tehran, Iran. An Iranian official said on Sunday that at least 5,000 people have been killed in protests…
WorldPentagon orders Alaska-based troops to prepare for possible deployment to Minnesota amid protests
Minneapolis, United States. The Pentagon has ordered about 1,500 active-duty soldiers in Alaska to prepare for a possible…