World
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Swiss Authorities Refuse to Disclose Bank Details in Vitals Investigation
The Swiss authorities have denied a request from Maltese authorities for bank details related to the Vitals Global Healthcare (VGH) investigation. The VGH scandal involves allegations of corruption and wrongdoing in the privatization of three…
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Tensions Escalate as Israel Strikes Yemen, Gaza, and Lebanon
Early Monday, shortly after Israeli soldiers conducted airstrikes directed at three ports and a power station in the Gulf country, Israel’s military announced that two missiles had been released from Yemen. Though inquiries continue, early…
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Maltese Cyclists Embark on 1,000km Berlin–Salzburg Ride for Cancer Research
Maltese Cyclists set out 1,000 km ride from Berlin to Salzburg for cancer research. Support for cancer research is being provided by a group of Maltese cyclists now in Germany participating in the ALIVE 2025…
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Thailand’s Prime Minister Suspended Over Leaked Call With Cambodian Leader
Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has been suspended from her duties pending the outcome of an ethics investigation triggered by a leaked phone call with a senior Cambodian politician. The country’s Constitutional Court accepted a…
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Paramount Settles Trump Lawsuit Over Edited Interview for $16 Million
Former President Donald Trump’s case over a 2024 60 Minutes interview aired on CBS, its subsidiary, Paramount, a media titan, has agreed to pay $16 million to settle. Though Paramount stressed that none of the…
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Retail Sector Faces Challenges Amid Labour Shortages and Wage Pressures
The retail industry is navigating a complex landscape marked by persistent labour shortages and rising wage pressures, according to a recent report. As the sector struggles to attract and retain workers, businesses are facing increased…
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UN Financing Development Conference Opens in Seville Amid Major Aid Cuts
As world leaders convened to address growing inequality and a huge funding gap —exacerbated by recent reductions in global aid—the United Nations Conference on Financing Development opened Monday in Seville, Spain. Over 4,000 representatives from…
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Israel-Gaza Conflict Update
Israel started at least 50 Sunday airstrikes over Gaza, mostly aimed at eastern Gaza City. Following new Israeli army evacuation orders, this implies a potential expansion of regional ground operations. Al Jazeera cites medical sources…
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Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez Tie the Knot in Lavish Venice Ceremony
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and his fiancée, Lauren Sanchez, are set to seal their love in a luxurious wedding ceremony in Venice, Italy. The couple’s three-day wedding extravaganza is expected to be a grand affair,…
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UK Government U-Turns on Welfare Cuts After Backbench Rebellion
The UK government has been forced to climb down on plans to cut welfare benefits after a rebellion by its own MPs. The proposed cuts, which would have affected Universal Credit claimants, were met with…