South Asia
Iran’s Unity Call: A Trap for the Middle East?
Unity is a beautiful word, often twisted into a weapon. When a figure like Mojtaba Khamenei from Iran…
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Jetstar introduces fees for carry-on luggage in overhead lockers
Another day, another airline finds a new way to pick your pocket. The latest target? The sacred overhead bin. If you thought your ticket bought you the rig
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Luxury label’s ‘East meets West’ fashion line raises questions about cultural heritage.
Luxury label SHWETAMBARI's Fall Winter 2026 collection promises a blend of East and West, but raises questions about cultural appropriation and the true value of cultural heritage.
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Meet Roy Kim, the 13-year-old revolutionizing water access
Meet Roy Kim, a 13-year-old Oregon student who's redefining the future of water access with his innovative device that harvests clean water from the atmosphere.
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Spanish River’s Uninvited Guest Spawns Industry
A cautionary tale about the consequences of introducing non-native species, the American red crayfish in Spain has sparked a heated debate on economic development vs environmental protection.
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Can Pakistan Wake Up to Threat of Resurgent Taliban?
Despite official claims of stability, the Pakistani Taliban's recent attack highlights a systemic failure in security strategy and the need for a comprehensive approach to counter the evolving threat.
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Death’s Grip on Swat: Why Pakistan’s Peace Rallies Are Targets
A recent explosion at a Swat peace rally has left 17 dead and countless others injured, highlighting Pakistan's deep-seated security challenges and the urgent need for credible counter-extremism strategies.
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Myanmar’s Oil Pipeline Hangs in the Balance Amid Ongoing Conflicts
Myanmar's oil pipeline, a lifeline for the nation's economy, hangs in the balance as ongoing conflicts deplete its resources. The people of Myanmar are left to wonder if their nation will ever know peace or be forced to rely on other nations for energy.
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Zepto Delays IPO in Latest Sign India’s Listing Boom Is Losing Momentum – Bloomberg.com
As the news breaks that Zepto Delays its highly anticipated IPO, the Indian startup scene is left wondering if this is the beginning of the end for the cou
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Nigeria’s Commonwealth triumph is a cruel joke
Nigeria's impressive Commonwealth Games performance has raised eyebrows, but beneath the surface lies a complex web of underperformance, corruption, and underfunding that threatens to stifle the country's true sporting potential.
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Europe’s borders hardened, humanity frayed
"A global system that has failed to create equitable opportunities and safe passage": The tragic spectacle of human desperation at Europe's borders forces a reevaluation of our collective humanity.
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