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Thursday, 23 April 2026 · Global Edition · Updated 11:25 CST
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US to allow Venezuelan oil sales to Cuba as alarm grows in the Caribbean

US eases oil embargo on Cuba as Caribbean neighbours warn worsening humanitarian crisis could destabilise region.

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Cubans from US killed after speedboat opens fire on island's troops, Havana says

Cuba says the 10 passengers on a boat that opened fire on its soldiers were armed Cubans living in the U.S. who were trying to infiltrate the island and unleash terrorism. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the U.S. is gathering its own information.

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Trump says lawmakers Ilhan Omar, Rashida Tlaib should be removed from US

US President Donald Trump lashed out at two congresswomen after their protests during his State of the Union address.

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Six seats, big goals: What’s next for Bangladesh’s student-led NCP party?

From leading historic uprising to being junior partner in opposition alliance - the nascent party looks for a foothold.

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Former US F-35 fighter pilot arrested for training Chinese air force

US Justice Department accuses former Air Force officer Gerald Brown of training Chinese military pilots.

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Iran, US set to hold talks as Trump threatens force, imposes sanctions

Iran's top diplomat arrives in Geneva as US announces new sanctions on vessels linked to Tehran's oil trade.

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Brazil’s Supreme Court imposes steep sentences for Marielle Franco murder

The shooting of Franco, an activist, raised questions about political violence and corruption in Brazil's government.

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Death toll in Brazilian floods rises to 46 as rescuers continue search

Emergency workers continue to search for missing residents of towns reeling from recent floods.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,463

These are the key developments from day 1,463 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

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Cuba says boat from Florida opened fire on its soldiers, starting fight that killed 4

Cuba says the 10 passengers on a boat that opened fire on its soldiers were armed Cubans living in the U.S. who were trying to infiltrate the island and unleash terrorism. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the U.S. is gathering its own information.

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US judge rules Trump policy of ‘third country’ deportations unlawful

US judge says that rapid deportation of migrants to countries other than their own violates due process.

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Questions for Marcos Jr 40 years after Philippines ‘People Power’ revolt

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr urged to dismantle system of political dynasties said to breed culture of corruption.

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Will Mexico’s Jalisco cartel’s violent biz model survive El Mencho’s death?

El Mencho consolidated Mexico’s most powerful criminal organisations in part due to a unique franchise-based structure.

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Zelenskyy speaks with Trump about peace efforts, eyes leaders-level talks

Conversation precedes meeting between US and Ukrainian envoys in Geneva on Thursday.

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Mexico prepares for 40-hour workweek by 2030 in major labour overhaul

Mexico's ruling Morena party hailed the bill's successful passage after years of back-and-forth with business owners.

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