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The death toll from a ferry disaster in Zimbabwe rose to 94
The death toll from a ferry disaster in Zimbabwe rose to 94
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Former Zambian minister killed in post-election security raid
Reported by Africanews and The Kyiv Independent. First detected August 20, 2026 at 10:10 UTC.
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Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Fedorov Calls for Elections, Breaking With Zelensky
Ex‑Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, dismissed last month, urges Ukraine to hold an election to choose its next government, a move that signals a break from President Zelensky.
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Former Ukrainian Defence Minister Fedorov Calls for Elections Amid Ongoing War
The ex‑minister urges the government to hold elections before the conflict ends, despite martial‑law restrictions.
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CM Vijay’s government hit by first corruption case over Rs 5.54 crore office misappropriation
A developing report says the new chief minister’s office is under investigation for alleged misuse of funds amounting to Rs 5.54 crore.
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Ousted Ukraine defence minister challenges Zelensky's leadership
Reported by france24.com and PerthNow. First detected August 19, 2026 at 09:30 UTC.
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Former minister Satyendra Jain arrested
Former minister Satyendra Jain arrested
Business
Trump pauses 50% tariffs on Canadian goods after last‑minute trade deal
U.S. President Donald Trump paused the imposition of 50 % tariffs on Canadian goods after a last‑minute trade deal on 19 August 2026.
Elections
Former Ukrainian Defence Minister Calls for Presidential Election After Being Sacked
The dismissal of the defence minister has sparked a demand for new leadership, as Ukraine remains under martial law that suspends elections.
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Supreme Court Orders Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan to Hospital
Khan, facing health concerns, to be relocated to Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad within days, the court said.
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Minister denies eye roll at veterans pleading for healthcare funding
Reported by Brisbane Times - Latest News and Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News. First detected August 18, 2026 at 08:34 UTC.
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BJP Surrounded Congress Over P. Chidambaram’s Statement
The ruling party’s online tirade accused the opposition of calling former finance minister P. Chidambaram a 'mental Naxal' – a claim that the BJP said would provoke a flare‑up in just 24 hours.