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African Union urges adoption of world map showing continent’s true size

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African Union wants global recognition of world map portraying Africa’s true size

Jasmin Rodriguez

For hundreds of years, maps have influenced how individuals perceive geography, historical narratives, and even worldwide power structures. However, the map most relied on globally, the Mercator projection, has been…

This New York skyscraper had a 1-in-16 chance of collapse. Only one man knew

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Only one man knew of the 1-in-16 collapse risk in this New York skyscraper

Jasmin Rodriguez

The narrative about the Citicorp Center skyscraper in New York, an iconic structure with a concealed and almost disastrous design error, stands as a significant illustration of the essential importance…

A New Zealand mother and her 6-year-old son made a brief trip to Canada. They have spent weeks detained by ICE

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Mother and son from New Zealand face weeks of ICE detention after Canada trip

Jasmin Rodriguez

The story of a New Zealand mother and her young son, who have been held in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody for weeks following a short trip to…

China Evergrande to be delisted from Hong Kong stock exchange following debt woes

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Hong Kong to delist China Evergrande as debt problems escalate

Jasmin Rodriguez

The extensive and dramatic journey of China Evergrande has arrived at its foreseeable end, as the company is set for removal from the Hong Kong stock exchange. This official exit…

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Fire breaks out on Arthur’s Seat, Edinburgh’s famous dormant volcano

Jasmin Rodriguez

An unexpected fire erupted on Arthur’s Seat, the renowned inactive volcano overlooking Edinburgh, releasing clouds of smoke into the horizon and capturing the focus of locals, visitors, and emergency services.…

Hostage families call for nationwide strike as Israel prepares to escalate war

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Hostage families call for strike across Israel as war escalation looms

Jasmin Rodriguez

Families of hostages held in Gaza have issued an emotional appeal for citizens across Israel to join a nationwide strike, aiming to force urgent government action for the safe return…

The killing of Senator Uribe could decide Colombia’s presidential election

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How the killing of Senator Uribe could impact Colombia’s presidential election

Jasmin Rodriguez

The political landscape in Colombia has been abruptly shaken by the killing of Senator Uribe, a figure whose influence reached far beyond his role in the legislative chamber. His death…

Heavy rain slams southern Japan, triggering floods and mudslides

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Southern Japan hit by heavy rain, resulting in floods and mudslides

Jasmin Rodriguez

A powerful weather system has unleashed devastating rainfall across Japan's southern regions, submerging neighborhoods and triggering dangerous mudflows. The relentless precipitation, which began early this week, has transformed streets into…

Trump doubles reward to M for arrest of Venezuela’s president to face U.S. drug charges

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Trump increases bounty to $50M for Venezuela president linked to U.S. drug charges

Jasmin Rodriguez

The government of the United States has significantly increased the bounty for information leading to the capture of Venezuela's leader, Nicolás Maduro, elevating the total offer to $50 million. This…

Kremlin says Putin-Trump meeting agreed, will happen in 'coming days'

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Putin-Trump meeting finalized, Kremlin expects it in ‘coming days’

Jasmin Rodriguez

The Russian government has confirmed plans for an upcoming discussion between President Vladimir Putin and former U.S. President Donald Trump, with the encounter expected to take place within the next…