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April 21, 2024 7:18 PM April 21, 2024 7:18 PM

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Two Japanese military helicopters crash in Pacific Ocean; One dead, seven missing

In Japan, a soldier died and seven are missing after two Japanese military helicopters crashed in the south of Tokyo. Officials believe that the two choppers collided with each other before plunging into the Pacific Ocean. Defence minister of Japan, Minoru Kihara said that the two SH-60 helicopters ...

April 21, 2024 6:41 PM April 21, 2024 6:41 PM

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Two Israeli airstrikes on Southern Gaza kill 18 people overnight

In Southern Gaza, two Israeli airstrikes killed 18 people overnight, including 14 children and three women. According to Palestinian health officials, the first strike killed all three members of a family, including a three-year-old child, while the second strike killed another family of 13 children...

April 21, 2024 5:40 PM April 21, 2024 5:40 PM

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Very severe heat wave grips parts of Bangladesh

'Very severe' heat wave has gripped parts of Bangladesh, with maximum temperatures ranging from 40 degrees Celsius to over 42 degrees Celsius in some areas. 'Very severe' heat wave is sweeping over north, north-east and north-west districts of Bangladesh and a severe heat wave is sweeping Dhaka and ...

April 21, 2024 4:15 PM April 21, 2024 4:15 PM

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Nepal: Massive avalanche triggers overflow in Birendra Lake

In Nepal, a massive avalanche descended from the slopes of Mt Manaslu this morning, cascading into Birendra Lake situated below the peak in the northern part of the country, triggering its overflow. There is no report of any damage or casualty as the site is situated away from human settlement. Howe...

April 21, 2024 12:57 PM April 21, 2024 12:57 PM

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to visit China from April 24th to 26th

The US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, will visit China from April 24th to 26th. According to the US State Department, he will hold talks on bilateral and global issues with Chinese officials, including the crisis in West Asia, the Russia-Ukraine war, and cross-strait and South China Sea issues....

April 21, 2024 9:35 AM April 21, 2024 9:35 AM

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United States will begin plans to withdraw its troops from Niger, say US officials

The United States will begin plans to withdraw its troops from Niger, US officials said. The planned departure comes as US officials said they were trying to find a new military agreement. The Prime Minister of Niger, appointed by the ruling military junta, Ali Lamine Zeine, and U.S. deputy secretar...

April 21, 2024 9:18 AM April 21, 2024 9:18 AM

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US: House of Representatives passes legislation that would ban TikTok

The House of Representatives has passed legislation that would ban TikTok in the United States if the popular social media platform’s China-based owner does not sell its stake within a year.   The decision by House Republicans yesterday to include TikTok as part of a larger foreign aid package ...