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BJP Secures Bengal Victory, Marking Modi's Most Significant Eastern India Breakthrough

Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has achieved a substantial victory in West Bengal's state election, overcoming entrenched regional resistance. This outcome signifies a major expansion for the BJP into eastern India, consolidating its national political dominance. The win, attributed to a blend of aggressive welfare promises and Hindu consolidation, reshapes the political landscape and bolsters the positions of Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah within the party.

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Bondi Victim's Daughter Sheina Gutnick Details Antisemitic Threats at Royal Commission

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North Korean Football Squad Visits South Korea for Under-17 Women's Asian Cup

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Armenia Hosts European Leaders as Russia Blocks Imports, Denounces EU Membership Bid

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Ukrainian Drone Strikes Moscow High-Rise, Disrupting Airports Before Victory Day

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Obi and Kwankwaso Join Nigeria Democratic Congress Ahead of January Presidential Election

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Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani Hospitalised in Stable But Critical Condition

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High-Speed Train Driver Dies in Collision with Lorry in Northern France

A high-speed TGV train driver has tragically died after his passenger service collided with a heavy goods vehicle, reportedly carrying military equipment, at a level crossing in northern France. The incident, which occurred between Béthune and Lens, also left two people critically injured and eleven others with minor injuries.

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Australia's Most-Decorated Soldier Charged Over Alleged War Crimes in Afghanistan

Ben Roberts-Smith, Australia's most highly decorated living soldier, has been formally charged with multiple counts of murder relating to alleged war crimes committed during his service in Afghanistan. This development follows a 2023 defamation judgement which found he had killed several unarmed Afghans.

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Taiwanese Opposition Leader Embarks on Landmark China Visit Amidst Shifting Geopolitical Landscape

Cheng Li-wun, leader of Taiwan's main opposition Kuomintang (KMT) party, has commenced a significant visit to mainland China, marking the first by an incumbent KMT chairperson in a decade. The trip, aimed at fostering cross-strait peace, occurs amidst heightened scepticism towards the US in Taiwan and comes ahead of crucial diplomatic engagements.

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The Global AI Race: US Leads in ‘Brains,’ China Excels in ‘Bodies’ Amidst Shifting Dynamics

The United States and China are locked in a high-stakes competition for dominance in Artificial Intelligence. The US currently holds an advantage in AI ‘brains,’ encompassing chatbots and microchips, while China leads in AI ‘bodies,’ particularly robotics. However, recent developments suggest these leads are not insurmountable, with both nations rapidly innovating and adapting their strategies.

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JD Vance Backs Orban Amidst Tight Hungarian Election Race

US Vice-President JD Vance is in Hungary to support Prime Minister Viktor Orban ahead of a challenging parliamentary election. This visit underscores the enduring alliance between Orban and the Trump administration, even as Orban faces significant domestic opposition and energy supply concerns.

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Nine Indian Police Officers Sentenced to Death for Custodial Killings

Nine police officers in India have received death sentences for the murder of a father and son in custody during the 2020 Covid-19 lockdown, a case that highlighted concerns about police brutality in the country.

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Trump Backs Steve Hilton for California Governor Amidst Unpredictable Race

Former US President Donald Trump has endorsed ex-British political aide Steve Hilton in California's gubernatorial race, injecting further complexity into a contest historically dominated by Democrats. Hilton, a Republican, expressed gratitude for the backing, which comes as the state prepares for its 2 June primary.

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Seven Eritrean Footballers Abscond After Historic Victory

Seven members of the Eritrean national football squad have failed to return home following a recent international match in Eswatini, a move that casts a shadow over their historic qualification for the Africa Cup of Nations.

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US Supreme Court Clears Path for Dismissal of Steve Bannon's Contempt Conviction

The US Supreme Court has opened the door for the likely dismissal of Steve Bannon's 2022 conviction for contempt of Congress. The case, stemming from his refusal to cooperate with inquiries into the January 2021 Capitol riot, has been sent back to a lower court where dismissal is anticipated.

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Starmer Addresses Economic Storm Amidst Iran Conflict and UK-EU Relations

Prime Minister Starmer has acknowledged a looming 'fierce' economic storm, largely stemming from the Iran conflict, but has opted against immediate emergency measures. He also signalled a potential shift in foreign policy, distancing the UK from US demands regarding the conflict and seeking closer ties with the European Union.

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Savannah Guthrie Returns to NBC Amidst Ongoing Search for Mother

US television presenter Savannah Guthrie has made her return to NBC's Today show, expressing gratitude for the support, as the extensive search for her missing mother continues. Her absence followed the disappearance of her 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie, from her Arizona home.

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Bangladesh Launches Emergency Measles Vaccination After Over 100 Deaths

Bangladesh has initiated an urgent vaccination drive following a devastating measles outbreak suspected of claiming over 100 lives, predominantly children. This marks potentially the country's most severe measles crisis in recent history, prompting concerns about gaps in its routine immunisation programme.