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Iran launches drone attack at Israel, expected to unfold ‘over hours’

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Iran launches drone attack at Israel, expected to unfold ‘over hours’

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps launched drones and missiles at Israel, potentially escalating tensions. The U.S. has pledged to support Israel. Israel’s military is on high alert, preparing for potential attacks. Iran has vowed retaliation for an alleged Israeli strike on its consulate. The situation threatens to escalate into a direct conflict between Iran and its allies against Israel and the U.S. Iran also seized a Portuguese-flagged ship, prompting accusations of piracy from Israel.

British aircraft dispatched from Akrotiri after Iran launches attack against Israel

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British aircraft dispatched from Akrotiri after Iran launches attack against Israel

British fighter jets have been deployed from Akrotiri bases in Cyprus to help with Israel’s defence against Iran’s attack.

UK climate change minister Graham Stuart resigns

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UK climate change minister Graham Stuart resigns

Britain’s climate change minister Graham Stuart resigned from the government after eight years, saying it was the right time to step down.

Man City back on top after thrashing Luton

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Man City back on top after thrashing Luton

– Erling Haaland scored his 20th league goal of the season for Manchester City in a 5-1 win against Luton Town.
– Alexander Isak scored a brace for Newcastle United in a 4-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur.
– Matheus Cunha scored twice for Wolverhampton Wanderers in a 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest.
– Brentford secured a 2-0 home win over Sheffield United.

Bangladeshi nationals report abuse in police hands

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Bangladeshi nationals report abuse in police hands

Police refuted claims of abuse against Bangladeshi nationals after a raid in Limassol that led to the death of Anisur Rahman.

FACTBOX-A history of violent crimes in Australia

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FACTBOX-A history of violent crimes in Australia

An attacker fatally knifed six people in a Sydney mall before being shot dead by police in Bondi. Australia has implemented some of the world’s toughest gun laws following major violent attacks such as the Port Arthur shooting in 1996 and the Melbourne attack in November 2018.

Nigeria becomes first country to roll out new meningitis vaccine, WHO says

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Nigeria becomes first country to roll out new meningitis vaccine, WHO says

Nigeria has become the first country to roll out the new Men5CV vaccine against meningitis, aiming to eliminate the disease by 2023. The vaccine protects against the five major strains of the disease prevalent in Nigeria, unlike the previous vaccine that only targeted one strain.