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Guatemala minister ousted after gang members' jail break
US judge 'reluctantly' tosses youth case challenging Trump climate policies
US judge 'reluctantly' tosses youth case challenging Trump climate policies

A federal judge on Wednesday tossed a youth-led lawsuit accusing US President Donald Trump's fossil-fuel agenda of trampling their inalienable rights, ruling that he lacked jurisdiction to intervene.

October 15, 2025

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Flood-hit Mexican town digs out debris, fearing disease outbreaks
Flood-hit Mexican town digs out debris, fearing disease outbreaks

Mexican survivors of floods and landslides that killed at least 66 people last week have appealed for urgent aid, saying they are worried about disease outbreaks as rotting animal carcasses pile up in the mud.

October 15, 2025

NATO and EU scramble to boost drone defences to counter Russia
NATO and EU scramble to boost drone defences to counter Russia

NATO and the EU on Wednesday sought ways to boost anti-drone defences, as Europe scrambles to counter the threat from Russia after a series of air incursions.

October 15, 2025

UN relief chief urges Israel to open Gaza border crossings
UN relief chief urges Israel to open Gaza border crossings

UN humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher urged Israel on Wednesday to immediately open all crossings into Gaza for humanitarian aid, as called for in a US-backed ceasefire plan.

October 15, 2025

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Madagascar enters military rule after colonel seizes power
Madagascar enters military rule after colonel seizes power

Madagascar braced for military rule Wednesday after an elite army unit seized power following President Andry Rajoelina's impeachment, promising elections within two years as the international community voiced alarm over the crisis.

October 15, 2025

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Ahmedabad set to host 2030 Commonwealth Games
Ahmedabad set to host 2030 Commonwealth Games

The Indian city of Ahmedabad is in prime position to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, the Executive Board of Commonwealth Sport announced on Wednesday.

October 15, 2025