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Afghan mother seeks justice after Pakistani bombing kills hundreds

Afghan mother seeks justice after Pakistani bombing kills hundreds

Samira Muhammadi hopes an international investigation can "extinguish" her pain after a Pakistani bombing killed her son and hundreds of other Afghans in the capital Kabul last month.

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UK royal family's dilemma over Andrew's daughters

UK royal family's dilemma over Andrew's daughters

The downfall of the former prince Andrew has left the British monarchy with a right royal headache -- how to handle his daughters caught up in the scandal of US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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Pope marks first Easter under cloud of Mideast war

Pope marks first Easter under cloud of Mideast war

Pope Leo XIV is set to mark Easter Sunday for the first time as pontiff, with the Middle East war casting a pall over the most important date in the Christian calendar.

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AI at war: Five things to know about Project Maven

AI at war: Five things to know about Project Maven

A Pentagon AI program called Project Maven is at the center of the US strikes against Iran and potentially one of the most consequential transformations of modern warfare.

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In the online 'maxxing' era, what's the deal with fiber and protein?

In the online 'maxxing' era, what's the deal with fiber and protein?

First it was protein, now it's fiber: the "maxxing" mindset has permeated social media, as wellness influencers insist that loading up on certain nutrients is the key to vitality and a life-changing gut glow-up.

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At Met Opera, life after a school shooting takes center stage

At Met Opera, life after a school shooting takes center stage

School shootings are a tragically common occurrence in the United States, but rarely do they grace the stage of one of the world's premier opera houses.

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Taiwan opposition leader to make 'peace' visit to China, first in 10 years

Taiwan opposition leader to make 'peace' visit to China, first in 10 years

Taiwan's main opposition leader will make a rare trip to China on Tuesday, weeks before US President Donald Trump, with Beijing expected to use the visit to increase its influence over the democratic island.

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Iran targets Israel, Kuwait after Trump gives deadline for deal

Iran targets Israel, Kuwait after Trump gives deadline for deal

Iran launched missiles and drones at Israel and Kuwait early Sunday, a day after President Donald Trump said the Islamic republic had 48 hours to cut a deal or face "all Hell".

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McIlroy seeks rare Masters repeat in wide-open Augusta fight

McIlroy seeks rare Masters repeat in wide-open Augusta fight

Rory McIlroy, whose emotional 2025 Masters victory completed an incredible career grand slam, chases an even rarer feat this year -- repeating as champion at Augusta National.

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Israel says will strike Lebanon-Syria border crossing

Israel says will strike Lebanon-Syria border crossing

The Israeli military said on Saturday it would strike an area near the main crossing between Syria and Lebanon, urging residents to evacuate immediately as it continued its attacks across Lebanon.

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