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17 August 2026
World News

World News

Evening Edition 25 June 2026 10 stories
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Venezuela struggles to respond to devastating twin earthquakes

Venezuela is struggling to respond effectively to the aftermath of two powerful earthquakes that

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Venezuela earthquakes live: At least 188 dead as rescue efforts intensify

Venezuelans battle to rescue loved ones trapped alive beneath rubble of collapsed buildings after two major earthquakes.

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UN agency pauses Hormuz ship evacuation initiative after vessel attacked

Iran warns vessels to use only Tehran-approved routes as IMO halts Hormuz evacuation after ship struck.

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Kenya arrests more than 350 as people mark anniversary of deadly protests

Kenyan authorities have arrested over 350 individuals as

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‘Concrete breaking off walls’: Survivors describe Venezuela’s earthquakes

The Venezuelan government has loosened restrictions on social media as residents search for missing loved ones.

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Oil price falls back to pre-Iran war levels

Signs that traffic through the key Strait of Hormuz shipping route is gradually resuming has helped to push the oil price down.

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Trump asks Congress for billions for Iran war, after tension with Republicans

But the budget faces an uphill battle as the president spars with some members of his own party over the issue.

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Mexico fans celebrate three World Cup group-stage wins in a row

Mexico fans celebrate three World Cup group-stage wins in a row

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South Africa fans hail historic World Cup knockout entry after Korea win

The nation’s shock win against South Korea quelled criticism back at home after doubts about coach Hugo Broos’ team.

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Philippines bans video game played by alleged high school shooter

The rare school shooting that left three students killed and 20 others injured has shocked the country.

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