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Timelapse footage shows maritime traffic around Gulf, Straight of Hormuz

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WWII bomb destroyed in controlled explosion in Paris

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Obama and Mamdani sing with kids during first meeting in New York - Barack Obama joined New York mayor Zohran Mamdani at a child care centre, reading to preschoolers and backing his affordability agenda for families. 20/04/2026

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Marijuana smokers celebrate 420 in New York

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Mexico City: Video shows armed man shooting at tourists at Teotihuacán pyramids

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US Labour Secretary Chavez-DeRemer quits amid misconduct probe

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Latest news bulletin | April 21st, 2026 – Morning

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Gunman opens fire on tourists at Teotihuacan pyramids, killing one

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Trump refuses to lift Hormuz blockade until Iran deal agreed

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Pope Leo XIV holds a giant open air Mass in Angola

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FBI director files $250-million defamation suit against US magazine

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'If Druzhba is operational, Zelenskyy should open it,' Magyar says

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Migrants rush to apply under Spain's new mass legalisation programme

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Turkey arrests 90 people with suspected links to Islamic State

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How German troops are building and field-testing their own drones

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Latest news bulletin | April 20th, 2026 – Evening

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Netanyahu condemns IDF soldier for vandalising Jesus statue in Lebanon

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Rescuers evacuate hundreds after snowstorm hits Russia's Far East

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Skydiver crashes into scoreboard during Virginia Tech Spring Game

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Turkey rallies global middle powers in Antalya amid Hormuz crisis

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Latest news bulletin | April 20th, 2026 – Midday

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Japan issues tsunami warning after powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake

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EU population to fall by 12% by 2100: Which countries most affected?

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Bulgaria's former President Rumen Radev wins parliamentary vote

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Iran pulls out of Islamabad peace talks after US seizes cargo ship

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Radev wins in Bulgaria as Orbán hints at lifting Ukraine loan veto

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Community holds vigil after Louisiana mass shooting

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Moment US navy fires on and seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship

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Louisiana gunman kills eight children in suspected domestic shooting - A man in Louisiana fatally shot eight children, including seven of his own, in an attack on his family on Sunday morning in Louisiana. 20/04/2026

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Major fire in Malaysia destroys hundreds of homes, displaces thousands - A massive fire in Sandakan, Malaysia, destroyed about 1,000 stilt homes and displaced more than 9,000 people, with survivors now sheltering in temporary camps. 20/04/2026

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Kites fill the sky as Berck-sur-Mer launches 39th international festival - The 39th International Kite Festival in Berck-sur-Mer fills the sky with giant creations and hosts the World Kite Cup, drawing huge international crowds. 20/04/2026

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Oil prices climb as US-Iran stand-off keeps Strait of Hormuz in limbo - Oil prices climbed more than 5% while European markets fell on Monday morning as a stand-off between Iran and the US prevented tankers from using the Strait of Hormuz. 20/04/2026

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Latest news bulletin | April 20th, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 20th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 20/04/2026

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US military strike on alleged drug boat kills at least three people - US strikes on drug boats in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean have so far killed a minimum of 181 people. Critics have slammed the Trump administration over the strikes, saying they constitute a violation of international law. 20/04/2026

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Carney says Canada must cut reliance on US as tariffs hit economy - The Canadian leader stressed that his country cannot hinge its future on hope that the US will return to the partner it formerly was to his country and that active steps must be taken to protect Ottawa from the disruptions caused by the Trump administration. 20/04/2026

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Two police officers suspended after fleeing Kyiv shooting scene - An inquiry was opened after a video showed officers fleeing in panic from Saturday's shooting, which left six dead and many injured. The patrol police chief has resigned. 19/04/2026

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Latest news bulletin | April 19th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 19/04/2026

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Strait of Hormuz standoff reignites as IRGC defies Iran's diplomats - The Strait of Hormuz has been blocked again by Iran, as the IRGC's hardline stance appears to prevail in Tehran. US Vice President JD Vance will lead the US delegation for talks in Pakistan on Monday, after President Trump said he would not attend. 19/04/2026

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Latest news bulletin | April 19th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 19/04/2026

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Argentina: Buenos Aires mixes faith and techno in tribute to Pope Francis - Argentina marked one year since Pope Francis's death on Friday 18 April 2026 with a large open air tribute in Plaza de Mayo, Buenos Aires. A DJ priest led the tribute, mixing electronic music with messages of peace. The gathering drew large crowds. 19/04/2026

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China hosts humanoid robots in Beijing half marathon - China has tested humanoid robots in a real race setting in Beijing. The event highlights advances in endurance, balance and AI behaviour. Engineers see it as a step towards wider use. 19/04/2026

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Trump signs order to fast-track research on psychedelic drugs - Trump signed an executive order Saturday to ease research restrictions on psychedelic drugs like psilocybin and LSD, aiming to accelerate studies into their potential for treating mental health conditions. 19/04/2026

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North Korea conducts multiple ballistic missile tests - North Korea fired several short-range ballistic missiles into the East Sea on Sunday, the latest in a series of recent weapons tests that analysts say signal Pyongyang's rejection of South Korea's attempts to ease tensions. 19/04/2026

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Iran says deal still 'far off' as Hormuz Strait remains shut - Amid stalled US-Iran negotiations, Iranian officials warning the crucial shipping lane will remain shut until the US lifts its blockade of Iranian ports. 19/04/2026

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Latest news bulletin | April 19th, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 19/04/2026

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Pope Leo XIV says it is 'not in my interest at all' to debate Trump - After visiting Cameroon, Angola is the third leg of Pope Leo XIV's 11-day tour of Africa. People hope for appeals for peace and for him to tackle the economic woes of the oil- and rare-earth-rich nation. 18/04/2026

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Latest news bulletin | April 18th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 18th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 18/04/2026

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Rome reconnects with its historic Colosseum olive oil production - There are about 2,200 farms within the city limits of Italy's capital alone, making it the largest agricultural municipality in Europe. 18/04/2026

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Latest news bulletin | April 18th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 18th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 18/04/2026

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UK PM faces calls to step down after appointing Epstein associate - Opposition leaders demanded Starmer's resignation on Thursday after it emerged that US envoy Peter Mandelson was appointed despite having failed his security check. 18/04/2026

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Israel accuses Hezbollah militants of violating ceasefire - A French UN peace worker has been killed in southern Lebanon as Israel accuses Hezbollah militants of breaching the 10-day ceasefire with Hezbollah. 18/04/2026

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Iran fires on tanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz, UK military says - The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Centre says two gunboats from Iran's Revolutionary Guard opened fire on a tanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz after Iran said it had reimposed restrictions on the vital waterway. 18/04/2026

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Latest news bulletin | April 18th, 2026 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 18th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 18/04/2026

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First cruise ship transits the Strait of Hormuz since Iran war began - Iran and the US said the strategic waterway, which has been effectively closed since the beginning of the war, will be fully open to commercial traffic for the remainder of the ceasefire - 17/04/2026

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White House vs the pope: What is behind the Catholic just war doctrine - Theologians Euronews spoke to believe that the escalating war of words between Washington and the Holy See has raised important questions over Catholic and Christian moral thought. 17/04/2026

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Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire: civilians return to ruined towns in southern Lebanon - A ceasefire in Lebanon has brought a pause in fighting after weeks of war. Residents are returning to damaged homes as questions remain over how long the truce will hold. 17/04/2026

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Rome and Caucasus set to further discuss closer energy ties - The Italian prime minister is expected to visit Azerbaijan in the coming weeks to continue political dialogue and energy cooperation between Rome and Baku, with Azerbaijani gas supplies via the Trans Adriatic Pipeline remaining a key pillar of bilateral ties. 17/04/2026

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Latest news bulletin | April 17th, 2026 – Evening - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 17th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 17/04/2026

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'I understand when you say no to war,' Brazil's Lula tells Spain's PM - Lula and Sánchez are both outspoken in their criticism of US President Donald Trump, who has threatened both with punitive tariffs. 17/04/2026

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Venezuela and EU set out roadmap for renewed ties amid political thaw - Following talks in the Venezuelan parliament, Caracas and the EU have agreed on a new cooperation agenda. The shift aligns with a broader economic pivot, as the nation resumes ties with the IMF and the World Bank. 17/04/2026

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US and Iran announce Strait of Hormuz open, Trump hints at wider deal - Iran and US declare Strait of Hormuz "completely open," but Iran adds that passage is on a "coordinated route" set by Tehran. 17/04/2026

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Italy: 25 hostages freed as Naples bank gang vanishes underground - A group of three masked robbers held 25 people hostage during a bank heist in Naples on Thursday 16 April 2026 before escaping through a tunnel connected to the city's sewer network, authorities said. 17/04/2026

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Israel says military operation against Hezbollah 'still not complete' US President Donald Trump announced a 10-day ceasefire on Friday after a meeting between the Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors, the first direct diplomatic talks between the two countries in decades. 17/04/2026

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Nearly 900 Rohingya refugees dead and missing in shipwrecks in 2025 - The Rohingya mainly leave from huge camps in Bangladesh, where more than 1 million refugees forced to flee across the border from Myanmar's Rakhine state live in squalid conditions. 17/04/2026

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Hormuz standoff shows no sign of letting up for shipping to resume - Maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz remained at minimal levels on Friday resulting in a giant parking lot, as the US-Iran standoff continues with the same cautious approach since Monday. 17/04/2026

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Germany's Affordable Art Fair draws crowds with artworks under €500 - Germany is hosting the Affordable Art Fair Berlin from 16 to 19 April 2026. The event brings together dozens of galleries and focuses on artworks priced under €500, aiming to broaden access to contemporary art. 17/04/2026

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Latest news bulletin | April 17th, 2026 – Midday - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 17th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 17/04/2026

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Three charged over arson attempt on Persian-language TV channel in UK - Iran International is one of several Persian‑language outlets critical of Iran's clerical leadership operating from abroad. 17/04/2026

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China and Russia ties driving North Korean economic recovery - China has long been the diplomatically isolated country's main economic backer, though Pyongyang has also drawn closer to Moscow since it launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. 17/04/2026

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Escaped wolf Neukgu captured after nine-day search in South Korea - A two-year-old wolf that escaped from O-World zoo in Daejeon, South Korea, has been safely recaptured after spending nine days on the loose. The male wolf, Neukgu, was born at the zoo in 2024 and is part of an initiative to restore wolves resembling those once native to the Korean peninsula. 17/04/2026

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