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IMF expects to provide vulnerable economies hit by Middle East war up to $50 billion

Business April 9, 2026

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) expects to have to provide up to $50 billion in immediate financial assistance to countries affected by the Middle East war, its managing director said on Thursda...

US urged to end Ukraine war after Iran truce

News April 9, 2026

β€’ Ukranian FM says β€˜American decisiveness’ in Gulf can be replicatedβ€’ Kremlin also signals hope for peace talksβ€’ US vice president calls conflict β€˜hardest to solve’, pledges continued ef...

The New Gut Health Obsession Comes With a Catch, Experts Warn - ScienceAlert

Health April 8, 2026

First it was protein, now it's fiber: the "maxxing" mindset has permeated social media, as wellness influencers insist that loading up on certain nutrients is the key to vitality and a life-changing οΏ½...

North Korea fires two rounds of ballistic missiles: Seoul military

News April 8, 2026

North Korea fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles in two rounds on Wednesday, South Korea’s military said, after reporting an β€œunidentified projectile” was launched from the Pyongyang ar...

First ships pass through Strait of Hormuz since ceasefire: monitor

News April 8, 2026

Two ships have passed through the Strait of Hormuz since Iran agreed to reopen the waterway as part of a ceasefire deal, maritime monitor Marine Traffic said on Wednesday. β€œThe Greek-owned bulk carr...

Bangladesh FM in India, most senior visit since 2024 uprising

News April 8, 2026

Bangladesh’s foreign minister met his Indian counterpart in New Delhi on Wednesday, the most senior visit by a Dhaka envoy since the 2024 revolution toppled India’s old ally, Sheikh Hasina. Foreig...

Cricket NSW says David Warner aware of β€˜seriousness’ of drink-driving charges

News April 8, 2026

Cricket New South Wales (NSW) on Wednesday said that it would support David Warner after he was charged with drink-driving, adding that the former Australian opener was aware of the β€œseriousness” ...

Afghanistan, Pakistan agree to avoid escalation during China-hosted talks: Beijing

News April 8, 2026

Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to avoid any escalation in their armed conflict, during talks hosted by China in recent days, Beijing said on Wednesday. β€œRepresentatives from China, Afghanistan...

China rejects US claims of secret nuclear tests

News February 9, 2026

China on Monday denied the United States’ allegations that it had conducted secret nuclear explosive tests, calling them β€œoutright lies” and accusing Washington of making excuses to start up its...

Hamas rejects disarmament, foreign rule in Gaza

News February 9, 2026

DOHA: A senior Hamas leader said on Sunday that the Palestinian movement would not surrender its weapons nor accept foreign intervention in Gaza, pushing back against US and Israeli demands. β€œCrimin...