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French lawmakers pass bill simplifying return of artworks looted during colonial era

Lawmakers in the National Assembly have overwhelmingly approved a bill to facilitate the return of artworks and other prized artefacts looted during the country’s colonial era. The bill, which was backed…

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After Magyar's victory, Hungary drops its opposition to a European loan worth 90 billion euros to Ukraine

The leader of the "Tessa" party, which won the Hungarian elections, Peter Magyar, pledged on Monday to launch a "new era" upon assuming power, in statements he made the day after his landslide victory over his rival, the "Fidesz" party, led by the Prime Minister...

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Indonesia's toxic haze is giving its neighbours a political headache

Governments in Singapore and Malaysia are split between anxious citizens and an irascible neighbour.

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Justice, in ICC Prosecutor Khan’s case, resides in the reasoning of judges

The Judicial Panel’s conclusion on Mr Khan’s case should not be discarded because some parties find it inconvenient.

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Marco Rubio wants to build a ‘new Western century’. Will Europe join?

Europe is facing a great dilemma: Continue with liberalist values or embrace Trump's defence of 'Western civilisation'?

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Pope Leo visits Cameroon with message of peace amid attacks from Trump

US President Donald Trump has lashed out at pope over calls for peace and criticism of US war on Iran.

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The Zombies' Rod Argent back on stage after stroke

The songwriter is not planning a return to touring as he wants to spend more time with his wife.

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Kane would swap Ballon d'Or for Champions League victory

Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane says he would swap his Ballon d'Or trophy for a Champions League winner's medal.

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US State Department restricts visas for those who ‘support adversaries’

Trump administration says it has taken action against 26 people 'across our hemisphere' who allegedly undermined US.

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After dozens died in Israeli jails, death penalty law rattles Palestinians

Palestinian prisoners alarmed by reported preparations in Israeli jails to carry out executions.

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