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Shahi Exports, Innovo Fiber scale tech for low-impact cotton processing

Shahi Exports and Innovo Fiber have partnered to deploy low-impact cotton processing technology at industrial scale. The technology combines a patented biochemi...

Reuters · 29 Apr, 05:14 PM Read more →

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A son of late Zimbabwe President Mugabe ordered to be deported from South Africa after convictions

Bellarmine Mugabe, son of former Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe, has been ordered to be deported from South Africa immediately after pleading guilty to two cr...

Reuters · 29 Apr, 05:08 PM Read more →

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Russian paramilitary carried out air strikes in Mali as rebels advanced, footage shows

Russian paramilitary forces launched air strikes against rebel forces near Mali's capital Bamako following a shock offensive against the ruling military governm...

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Russian paramilitaries carried out air strikes in Mali as rebels advanced, footage shows

Last weekend's attacks came as the Africa Corps withdrew from a key base in northern Mali.

BBC News · 29 Apr, 04:54 PM Read more →

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Iranian officials absent from pre-World Cup football events in Canada

Iran's football federation representatives were not present at the Asian Football Confederation Congress before the World Cup. Visa issues raised concerns about...

Al Jazeera · 29 Apr, 04:54 PM Read more →

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The UAE’s OPEC exit is not about oil; it is the end of Gulf solidarity

The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has lost its collective sovereignty for Gulf members. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has withdrawn ...

Al Jazeera · 29 Apr, 04:52 PM Read more →

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German security expert appointed as ambassador to Ukraine

Senior German diplomat Boris Ruge is set to become Berlin's new ambassador to Ukraine, succeeding Heiko Thoms. Ruge, an expert in foreign and security affairs, ...

Reuters · 29 Apr, 04:38 PM Read more →

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EU eases state aid rules to tackle rising energy costs due to Iran war

The European Union is loosening its state aid rules to help energy-intensive industries cope with rising energy costs. National governments can now support thes...

Reuters · 29 Apr, 04:38 PM Read more →

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Five charts that show the rise of global militarisation

Global military spending has increased, with the world's militaries spending $2.88 trillion in 2025, a 2.9 percent rise from the previous year. The US tops the ...

Al Jazeera · 29 Apr, 04:31 PM Read more →

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France urges citizens to leave Mali after rebel attacks

France has urged its citizens to leave Mali as soon as possible due to a weekend of co-ordinated attacks by separatist fighters and Islamist militants. Explosio...

BBC News · 29 Apr, 04:28 PM Read more →

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France's 'roadmap' to exit fossil fuels by 2050

France's electricity comes from nuclear plants, while solar, wind and hydropower account for a quarter. The country aims to reduce fossil fuel consumption to 40...

Reuters · 29 Apr, 04:17 PM Read more →

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FIFA confirms new World Cup rule on yellow cards to reduce suspensions

FIFA has approved a change in regulations for the 2026 World Cup. Single yellow cards will be cancelled after the group stage and then again after the quarterfi...

Al Jazeera · 29 Apr, 04:14 PM Read more →

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EU eases state aid rules to tackle rising energy costs due to Iran war

The European Union is loosening its state aid rules to allow higher electricity subsidies for energy-intensive industries and other support measures to cushion ...

Reuters · 29 Apr, 04:08 PM Read more →

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European Commission president calls for diplomacy to end Iran war

European Commission President calls for diplomacy to end the war on Iran, warning that its impact could last for years. The President emphasizes the need for di...

Al Jazeera · 29 Apr, 03:50 PM Read more →

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Germany arrests Kazakhstan citizen accused of spying for Russia

German authorities have arrested a Kazakh man in Berlin on suspicion of spying for Russia. The man, identified as Sergej K, had been in continuous contact with ...

Al Jazeera · 29 Apr, 03:44 PM Read more →

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A barge carrying Timmy the humpback whale begins journey to the North Sea

A humpback whale stranded in shallow waters near Germany is being transported towards the North Sea in a flooded cargo ship by two tugboats off the Danish coast...

Reuters · 29 Apr, 03:42 PM Read more →

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Israel, Hezbollah carry out mutual attacks despite ceasefire

An Israeli soldier is photographed standing in the southern Lebanese village of Naqoura along the border with Israel. Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon have killed ...

Reuters · 29 Apr, 03:38 PM Read more →

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France urges citizens to leave Mali after rebel attacks

Explosions and gunfire were reported across Mali, including the capital Bamako, over the weekend. French citizens are advised to leave the country as soon as po...

Reuters · 29 Apr, 03:32 PM Read more →

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No tanks or missiles at Moscow parade over fears of Ukrainian attack

Russia will stage its annual Victory Day military parade in Moscow in May without tanks and missiles due to fears of drone attacks by Ukraine. The Defence Minis...

Reuters · 29 Apr, 03:23 PM Read more →

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Afghan women’s refugee team allowed to play in FIFA tournaments

An Afghanistan women's refugee team has been granted eligibility for international competitions after nearly five years of fleeing their country's Taliban rule....

Al Jazeera · 29 Apr, 03:18 PM Read more →

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Palestinian football body appeals FIFA ruling on Israel at top sports court

The Palestinian Football Association has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport against FIFA's decision not to sanction Israel over clubs based in occup...

Al Jazeera · 29 Apr, 03:16 PM Read more →

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Exclusive-China's financial regulatory head Li Yunze demoted, sources say

China's top financial regulator, Li Yunze, has been demoted due to a suspected disciplinary violation. He oversaw thousands of financial firms, including banks,...

Reuters · 29 Apr, 03:10 PM Read more →

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China's Chery seeks to be 'Toyota plus Tesla' as it targets global expansion

Chery, China's largest car exporter, is pursuing global expansion in Europe and beyond. The company is considering adding production capacity in Barcelona, Spai...

Reuters · 29 Apr, 03:03 PM Read more →

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German police arrest Kazakh national suspected of ties to Russian intelligence

German police arrested a Kazakh national suspected of passing information about possible targets for sabotage and Germany's defense industry to Russia's intelli...

Reuters · 29 Apr, 02:51 PM Read more →

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Colombians are divided over the fate of hippos linked to Pablo Escobar

Hippos inhabit a lagoon at the Hacienda Napoles Park, a former private estate, in Puerto Triunfo, Colombia. Fishermen and tourists visit the area for "hippo-wat...

Reuters · 29 Apr, 02:51 PM Read more →

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Ukraine targets Druzhba pipeline to sever Russian oil, influence in EU

Ukraine has restarted the Druzhba pipeline, which supplies Hungary and Slovakia with Russian oil, after mending the pipeline. This move has allowed EU member Hu...

Al Jazeera · 29 Apr, 02:50 PM Read more →

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A Ukrainian accelerator is racing to get arms makers up to NATO standards and into Western defense deals

Ukrainian startups are racing to meet NATO standards to unlock exports and overseas business. A Ukrainian accelerator is preparing firms for certification and c...

Reuters · 29 Apr, 02:45 PM Read more →

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3-year-old rescued after falling into 18-metre-deep well in Syria

3-year-old rescued after falling into 18-metre-deep well in Syria

Al Jazeera · 29 Apr, 02:33 PM Read more →

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Indonesia puts four soldiers on trial over acid attack on activist

A trial has opened in a Jakarta military court for four Indonesian soldiers accused of carrying out an acid attack on an activist who campaigned against the exp...

Al Jazeera · 29 Apr, 02:25 PM Read more →

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EU energy import costs up by €27bn due to Middle East conflict

European Union energy import costs have increased by over €27 billion due to the Middle East conflict. The conflict has disrupted global trade, causing energy p...

Reuters · 29 Apr, 02:08 PM Read more →