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Nepal’s Gen-Z revolt against 'nepo kids': Six nepotism incidents that sparked the deadly protests

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Nepal’s Gen-Z revolt against 'nepo kids': Six nepotism incidents that sparked the deadly protests

The anger goes beyond one law or one leader. Many young Nepalis believe the state has become a closed circle of families handing posts and perks to their relatives.

Who is Kulman Ghising? Nepal's power crisis hero emerges as frontrunner to lead interim government

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Who is Kulman Ghising? Nepal's power crisis hero emerges as frontrunner to lead interim government

For many Nepalis frustrated with entrenched corruption and political gridlock, Ghising represents a rare figure with a proven record of competence and integrity.

‘We did exactly what US did’: Netanyahu defends Israeli strikes on Hamas in Doha, compares to post-9/11 response

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‘We did exactly what US did’: Netanyahu defends Israeli strikes on Hamas in Doha, compares to post-9/11 response

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned nations harboring terrorists to act or face consequences, defending the strikes that killed six in Doha and likening them to post-9/11 US operations.

38 Indians evacuated from Nepal as border security tightened amid unrest

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38 Indians evacuated from Nepal as border security tightened amid unrest

Amid political turmoil in Nepal, 38 Indians were safely brought back via Bihar’s Raxaul border, even as authorities tightened restrictions at Pashupati Fatak, allowing only emergency travel.

Nepal crisis top developments: Curfew extended, 30 dead, over 7,500 prisoners escape

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Nepal crisis top developments: Curfew extended, 30 dead, over 7,500 prisoners escape

Nepal faces political turmoil as the army enforces curfew, 30 killed in “Gen Z” protests, 7,500 prisoners flee jails, and ex-Chief Justice Sushila Karki named interim leader.

Charlie Kirk assassination: What were his chilling last words before being fatally shot in Utah

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Charlie Kirk assassination: What were his chilling last words before being fatally shot in Utah

Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk was killed during a Utah Valley University debate, prompting Trump to blame the "radical left" and honor him as a conservative martyr.

'We're full': Charlie Kirk’s remarks on Indian immigrants resurface after Utah shooting

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'We're full': Charlie Kirk’s remarks on Indian immigrants resurface after Utah shooting

Conservative activist and Trump ally Charlie Kirk, fatally shot at Utah Valley University, had sparked debate last week with his comments on Indian immigration to the US.

Who was Charlie Kirk? Conservative activist who called gun deaths ‘worth it’ and said ‘America is full’ for Indians

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Who was Charlie Kirk? Conservative activist who called gun deaths ‘worth it’ and said ‘America is full’ for Indians

Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA and prominent conservative voice, inspired young activists and energised campus debates nationwide.

'Not wise': Trump had heated call with Netanyahu over Israeli strike in Doha, report says

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'Not wise': Trump had heated call with Netanyahu over Israeli strike in Doha, report says

President Donald Trump rebuked Benjamin Netanyahu for striking Hamas in Qatar, as Doha condemned the attack and warned it had “killed hope” for Gaza hostages.

Qatar PM denounces Israeli strike on Doha as 'state terror,' says Netanyahu 'killed any hope' for Gaza hostages

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Qatar PM denounces Israeli strike on Doha as 'state terror,' says Netanyahu 'killed any hope' for Gaza hostages

Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani accused Benjamin Netanyahu of sabotaging mediation efforts, calling for him to be “brought to justice” after Israeli strikes in Doha.

Caught on camera: Charlie Kirk shot dead while answering question on mass violence

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Caught on camera: Charlie Kirk shot dead while answering question on mass violence

A shocking video shows conservative activist Charlie Kirk being shot during a Utah Valley University event, as authorities probe the targeted attack.

'Martyr for truth’: Trump pays tribute to MAGA activist Charlie Kirk, blames ‘radical left’ rhetoric

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'Martyr for truth’: Trump pays tribute to MAGA activist Charlie Kirk, blames ‘radical left’ rhetoric

US President Donald Trump mourned conservative activist Charlie Kirk, 31, after he was fatally shot during a Utah Valley University event, calling him “loved and admired by ALL” as authorities continue to search for the gunman.

Five premiers in three years: Why French President Macron keeps changing prime ministers | Explained

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Five premiers in three years: Why French President Macron keeps changing prime ministers | Explained

Successive premiers have fallen victim to a fractured National Assembly, repeated no-confidence motions and fierce resistance to Macron’s budget-cutting and reform agenda.

Nepal’s Gen-Z uprising rekindles memories of 2001 Royal Massacre: Revisiting the nation’s darkest night

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Nepal’s Gen-Z uprising rekindles memories of 2001 Royal Massacre: Revisiting the nation’s darkest night

The protests, which culminated in the resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, have reignited questions about the monarchy that was formally abolished in 2008.

'Gen Z believed in me, I am ready”: Sushila Karki after being named Nepal’s interim leader

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'Gen Z believed in me, I am ready”: Sushila Karki after being named Nepal’s interim leader

Sushila Karki made history as she became Nepal's first female Chief Justice, serving in the role from July 2016 to June 2017.

'Containing or deterring China will fail,' Beijing warns US amid Trump's tariff pressure

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'Containing or deterring China will fail,' Beijing warns US amid Trump's tariff pressure

China's defence minister warned the United States that "containing, deterring, or interfering with China will be futile" in talks with his US counterpart on Wednesday.

Who is Sushila Karki? Ex-Chief Justice picked to lead Nepal in its hour of turmoil after KP Oli's ouster

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Who is Sushila Karki? Ex-Chief Justice picked to lead Nepal in its hour of turmoil after KP Oli's ouster

Sushila Karki is widely regarded in Nepal as a strong voice against corruption. One of her landmark rulings allowed Nepali women to pass citizenship to their children, a right previously limited to men.

Flights cancelled, border on high alert, trade under strain: How Nepal's deadly protests are impacting India | Explained

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Flights cancelled, border on high alert, trade under strain: How Nepal's deadly protests are impacting India | Explained

The immediate impact has been visible in cancelled flights, stranded cargo and heightened border vigilance. If the crisis deepens, India could face sustained trade disruption, larger refugee flows and an uptick in cross-border criminal activity.

Canada rejects 80% of Indian student visas: What's behind the sudden crackdown | Explained

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Canada rejects 80% of Indian student visas: What's behind the sudden crackdown | Explained

Nearly eight out of every ten Indian student visa applications are now being turned down. Families across India are stunned and young people are suddenly scrambling for alternatives.

France unrest: 200 arrested as protests erupt over PM’s ouster, budget cuts

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France unrest: 200 arrested as protests erupt over PM’s ouster, budget cuts

Authorities said that more than 200 people were arrested in the first hours of the planned day of nationwide protests under the “Block Everything” banner

US Congress shown mysterious radar video of Hellfire missile 'bouncing off UFO'

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US Congress shown mysterious radar video of Hellfire missile 'bouncing off UFO'

The video was played by US lawmaker Eric Burlison at a disclosure hearing of the House Committee on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) – the military's term for UFOs.

China alerts citizens in Nepal amid fresh Kathmandu protests defying curfew | See pics

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China alerts citizens in Nepal amid fresh Kathmandu protests defying curfew | See pics

Nepal faces nationwide unrest as Gen Z-led protests turn violent, with curfews, arrests, supermarket fires, and heightened security measures.

Did Epstein ‘sell’ a woman to Trump for $22,500? What the 'birthday book' actually reveals

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Did Epstein ‘sell’ a woman to Trump for $22,500? What the 'birthday book' actually reveals

Trump has spent the past two months denying any connection, calling the revelations “nothing more than a Democrat Epstein hoax.” Yet the strange illustration and captions have again placed their friendship under a microscope.

‘Hitler of our time’: Trump faces anti-Israel protests during DC restaurant outing - Watch 

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‘Hitler of our time’: Trump faces anti-Israel protests during DC restaurant outing - Watch 

Trump faces protests chanting “Free Palestine” during his first DC restaurant outing since taking office, highlighting his city crime crackdown.

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