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German rail union warns of fresh strikes after talks fail
The GDL union has been calling for a reduced working week for train drivers without affecting pay. Deutsche Bahn said the union had...
Nov 24, 2023


Dublin riots driven by 'hate,' says Irish prime minister
Police said they arrested 34 people after a night of violence "not seen in decades" in the Irish capital. The violence erupted shortly...
Nov 24, 2023


Ukraine updates: Russia renews attacks on Avdiivka
A third wave of Russian forces is attacking the eastern Ukrainian town of Avdiivka, its mayor said. Meanwhile, Russia said it had shot...
Nov 24, 2023


North Korea says spy satellite launch was self-defense
Kim Jong Un labelled the launch an "eye-opening event" amid "dangerous and aggressive" moves by hostile forces. South Korea suspects...
Nov 24, 2023


US-Canada border crossing reopens after fatal car crash
The Rainbow Bridge crossing had been closed after a speeding car crashed into a checkpoint barrier. The FBI has handed over the case to...
Nov 24, 2023


Ireland: Riots in Dublin after suspected stabbing
Three children were among those stabbed at Parnell Square in what police called "a serious incident." As "misinformation" swirls,...
Nov 24, 2023


China says 'no unusual pathogens' behind pneumonia cases
The rise in respiratory illnesses comes as China braces for its first full winter season since it had lifted strict COVID-19 restrictions...
Nov 24, 2023


EU deploys agents to help Finland bolster Russian border
The EU border agency Frontex will deploy officers and equipment to Finland to help stem the flow of "weaponized migration" from Russia....
Nov 24, 2023


Australia: Spring wildfire destroys homes in Perth
Perth is undergoing a rare spring heat wave, with temperatures forecast to peak at 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit), forcing...
Nov 23, 2023


German police raid suspected Hamas and Samidoun properties
Berlin had banned activities related to Hamas — a designated terrorist group — and the international pro-Palestinian network Samidoun at...
Nov 23, 2023


North Korea ends military agreement with South
Pyongyang says it is retaliation for Seoul partially suspending the agreement on Wednesday following North Korea’s recent spy satellite...
Nov 23, 2023


Germany: Public sector strikes hit schools and hospitals
Teachers, police and other public sector employees began strikes in Germany on Wednesday over collective bargaining demands. Hospitals in...
Nov 23, 2023
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