World Headlines

High-speed trains collide after one derails in southern Spain, killing at least 21
Sun Jan 18 7:58 pm
The crash happened in Spain's Andalusia province. Officials fear the death toll may rise.
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Fewer orphans globally, due to HIV medication provided by the U.S.
Sun Jan 18 5:22 pm
Until last year, the number of children orphaned because a parent died from AIDS, was plummeting. That's thanks to America's 20 year effort to get lifesaving HIV meds to millions in need. But last years upheaval in foreign aid funding is raising concern that more children will be at risk of losing a parent to the deadly virus.
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Race to populate the border between India and China
Sun Jan 18 5:22 pm
India said it would help create hundreds of "vibrant villages" along its border with China. Three years later, residents wonder where they are.
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In Los Angeles, Iranian-Americans march against government crackdown in Iran
Sun Jan 18 5:18 pm
Marchers gathered Sunday in downtown L.A. against the Iranian crackdown on the protests that have taken place over recent weeks.
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Fear and internet blackouts make communication difficult for Iranians
Sun Jan 18 5:15 pm
While fears of an imminent US operation in Iran have receded, tensions remain sky high as street protests continue and communication is difficult due to fear and internet blackouts.
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United Nations leaders bemoan global turmoil as the General Assembly turns 80
Sun Jan 18 4:11 pm
On Saturday, the UNGA celebrated its 80th birthday in London. Speakers including U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres addressed global uncertainty during the second term of President Trump.
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European leaders warn Trump's Greenland tariffs threaten 'dangerous downward spiral'
Sun Jan 18 2:36 pm
In a joint statement, leaders of eight countries said they stand in "full solidarity" with Denmark and Greenland. Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen added: "Europe will not be blackmailed."
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Syrian government announces a ceasefire with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces
Sun Jan 18 1:39 pm
Syria's new leaders, since toppling Bashar Assad in December 2024, have struggled to assert their full authority over the war-torn country.
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Venezuela: Maduro's enforcer Cabello still central to power
Sun Jan 18 6:00 am
The ousting of Venezuela's president raised hopes of change — but the politician now controlling the streets shows how little has really shifted.
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US launches new retaliatory strike in Syria, killing leader tied to deadly Islamic State ambush
Sat Jan 17 5:09 pm
A third round of retaliatory strikes by the U.S. in Syria has resulted in the death of an Al-Qaeda-affiliated leader, said U.S. Central Command.
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