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Sudanese Army Advances in Blue Nile State Worsen Displacement Crisis

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WORLD May 17, 2026, 11:20 pm

Sudanese Army Advances in Blue Nile State Worsen Displacement Crisis

Renewed clashes in Sudan's Blue Nile state have intensified, pushing more families into overcrowded displacement camps amid ongoing conflict.

France Probes 10 New Suspected Victims in Epstein Case

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May 17, 2026, 11:20 pm

France Probes 10 New Suspected Victims in Epstein Case

French authorities are investigating 10 new potential victims linked to Jeffrey Epstein, focusing on local facilitators involved in his crimes.

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Ukraine Drone Strikes Kill Four in Russia, Moscow Hit by Largest Attack in Over a Year

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May 17, 2026, 10:05 pm

Ukraine Drone Strikes Kill Four in Russia, Moscow Hit by Largest Attack in Over a Year

Drone attacks by Ukraine kill four in Russia, marking Moscow's most significant assault in more than a year amid ongoing conflict.

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Canadian FM Questions Reliability of US as Ally Amid Global Shifts

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May 17, 2026, 10:05 pm

Canadian FM Questions Reliability of US as Ally Amid Global Shifts

Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand reflects on US alliance reliability, addressing Trump, NATO, Israel, China, and Canada's global role.

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Five Palestinians Killed in Gaza Including Three Community Kitchen Workers

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May 17, 2026, 10:05 pm

Five Palestinians Killed in Gaza Including Three Community Kitchen Workers

Israeli strikes in Gaza have resulted in the deaths of five Palestinians, including three community kitchen workers, amid ongoing conflict since last…

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Iranian Civilians Receive Light Weapons Defence Training in Mosques

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May 17, 2026, 9:50 pm

Iranian Civilians Receive Light Weapons Defence Training in Mosques

Iranian men and women participated in defence training on light weapons conducted in mosques across multiple cities, highlighting increased civilian prepared...

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Taiwan Vows to Defend Democracy Amid Rising Pressure from China

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May 17, 2026, 9:05 pm

Taiwan Vows to Defend Democracy Amid Rising Pressure from China

Taiwan's President Lai affirms commitment to democratic values and dignity, rejecting pressure from China while avoiding conflict.

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HEC Introduces Policy Allowing Students to Pursue Two Degrees Simultaneously

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May 17, 2026, 7:40 pm

HEC Introduces Policy Allowing Students to Pursue Two Degrees Simultaneously

HEC unveils new policy enabling dual, double, and joint degrees, fostering international collaboration and enhancing global education standards for Pakistani...

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