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India's exports to US plunge as Trump's 50% tariffs bite

October 16, 2025 - 2:10am
US has become India's most severely affected market since the tariff war began.
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S Korea tycoon escapes paying $1bn in 'divorce of the century'

October 16, 2025 - 2:07am
The high court has struck down an order for Chey Tae-won to pay a record divorce settlement to his ex-wife.
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S Korea tycoon escapes paying $1bn in 'divorce of the century'

October 16, 2025 - 2:07am
The high court has struck down an order for Chey Tae-won to pay a record divorce settlement to his ex-wife.
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China sacks officials over viral Arc'teryx fireworks show in Tibet

October 15, 2025 - 10:14pm
Videos of fireworks resembling a "rising dragon" erupting over Himalayan foothills had drawn backlash.
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China sacks officials over viral Arc'teryx fireworks show in Tibet

October 15, 2025 - 10:14pm
Videos of fireworks resembling a "rising dragon" erupting over Himalayan foothills had drawn backlash.
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Australian Olympic swim star Ariarne Titmus retires at 25

October 15, 2025 - 8:47pm
It was a tough decision but one she is happy with, Titmus wrote on Instagram.
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Australian Olympic swim star Ariarne Titmus retires at 25

October 15, 2025 - 8:47pm
It was a tough decision but one she is happy with, Titmus wrote on Instagram.
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Indian cinema tickets are getting pricier - but not everyone's complaining

October 15, 2025 - 8:36pm
Experts say while the big-screen magic still matters, it must come at a price that doesn't hurt the pocket.
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Indian cinema tickets are getting pricier - but not everyone's complaining

October 15, 2025 - 8:36pm
Experts say while the big-screen magic still matters, it must come at a price that doesn't hurt the pocket.
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China arrested 30 Christians. Some fear it's the start of a bigger crackdown

October 15, 2025 - 6:03pm
Activists say the unprecedented round-up could be the beginning of a wider crackdown on China's underground churches.
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China arrested 30 Christians. Some fear it's the start of a bigger crackdown

October 15, 2025 - 6:03pm
Activists say the unprecedented round-up could be the beginning of a wider crackdown on China's underground churches.
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Trump says Modi has agreed to stop buying Russian oil

October 15, 2025 - 5:35pm
Trump says the move is "a big stop", but there has been no confirmation so far from New Delhi.
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Afghan Taliban and Pakistan agree short truce after deadly clashes

October 15, 2025 - 1:20pm
The move comes after fresh fighting and reports of Pakistani air strikes in Kandahar and Kabul.
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Afghan Taliban and Pakistan agree short truce after deadly clashes

October 15, 2025 - 11:27am
The move comes after fresh fighting and reports of Pakistani air strikes in Kandahar and Kabul.
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British social media star 'Big John' detained in Australia over visa

October 15, 2025 - 3:14am
Fisher says his visa is "legit" but that authorities were unhappy he would be working while in the country.
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India top court allows less-polluting crackers even as Delhi air turns toxic

October 15, 2025 - 3:07am
Critics say green crackers may be less harmful, but still release toxic substances into the air.
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India top court allows less-polluting crackers even as Delhi air turns toxic

October 15, 2025 - 3:07am
Critics say green crackers may be less harmful, but still release toxic substances into the air.
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Bangladesh garment factory fire kills at least 16

October 15, 2025 - 2:56am
The dead have been burned beyond recognition and officials have warned that the toll could rise.
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Sia's ex demands $250,000 per month in spousal support

October 15, 2025 - 2:13am
The Australian pop star filed for divorce from Daniel Bernard in March, after three years of marriage.
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Sia's ex demands $250,000 per month in spousal support

October 15, 2025 - 2:13am
The Australian pop star filed for divorce from Daniel Bernard in March, after three years of marriage.
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