Ex-Philippine president Duterte arrested for crimes against humanity
Former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte was arrested Tuesday in Manila by police acting on an International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant citing crimes against humanity tied to his deadly war on drugs.
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Military chiefs in Paris to discuss Ukraine security guarantees
Military chiefs from 30 European and NATO countries willing to contribute to security guarantees for Ukraine after any negotiated truce with Russia are to meet in Paris on Tuesday.
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Jokic dominates Thunder as Nuggets bounce back
Nikola Jokic delivered a dominant 35-point performance as the Denver Nuggets bounced back to topple the Western Conference-leading Oklahoma City Thunder 140-127 in the NBA on Monday.
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Asian markets track Wall St selloff as Trump-fuelled economy fears build
Asian markets tumbled Tuesday following a sharp sell-off on Wall Street fuelled by fears about the US economy as Donald Trump presses ahead with his global trade war and federal jobs cuts.
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Indian artisans keep traditional toymaking alive
The whirr of machines and smell of carved wood hangs in the air of the Indian toy workshop, a centuries-old art form still in the game despite cheaper plastic alternatives.
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Arrest of pro-Palestinian activist sparks outrage, Trump says 'first of many'
Protesters in New York and rights groups expressed outrage Monday over the arrest of a leader of pro-Palestinian demonstrations at Columbia University, as President Donald Trump vowed further crackdowns.
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Syrian presidency announces agreement to integrate Kurdish institutions
The Syrian presidency announced on Monday an agreement with the head of the Kurdish-dominated Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) to integrate the institutions of the autonomous Kurdish administration in the northeast into the national government.
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Ukraine to present US with Russia partial truce after row
Ukraine will present the United States on Tuesday with a plan for a partial ceasefire with Russia, hoping to restore support from its key benefactor, which under President Donald Trump has demanded concessions to end the three-year war.
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Pelicans to become first NBA team to play in Australia
New Orleans Pelicans will become the first NBA team to play in Australia when they tip off in two pre-season games in October, organisers said Tuesday.
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Dalai Lama book offers 'framework' for after his death
The Dalai Lama published a book Tuesday he says is a "framework for the future of Tibet", to guide compatriots in relations with Beijing after his death.
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