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Final polling shows a 0.3-point gap between Sweden's political blocs as the anti-immigration Sweden Democrats seek to enter government or act as key kingmakers.

At least 35 people have died after a fast-moving fire swept through a domestic passenger ferry in the Philippines, with officials warning the death toll will rise as search teams access lower decks.

An Air China flight's arrival in New Delhi highlights ongoing efforts by India and China to restore border peace and reset economic relations after years of standoff.

A family outbid a competing couple to win an unrenovated Victorian-era terrace featuring 1980s interior updates and park views at a weekend public auction.

Ahead of a BRICS summit meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping, industry expert Gopalakrishnan has advocated for clear regulatory frameworks for enterprise trade.

Field testing by University of Technology Sydney researchers revealed that vegetative green roofs lowered solar panel temperatures by up to 9.63°C and doubled peak power generation.

Organon shareholders have voted to approve a $14.00 per share cash takeover by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, sending OGN stock into a narrow merger-arbitrage holding pattern.

Group members Jinho, Hongseok, and Kino revealed new music and tour plans marking a decade since the K-pop act's 2016 debut.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled discuss strategic energy infrastructure, critical minerals, and the IMEC transport corridor at the BRICS summit in 2026.

Ryan Garcia and Conor Benn clashed at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas for the WBC welterweight title in a high-profile international championship event.

Anthropic Chief Executive Dario Amodei has proposed a framework to decelerate frontier AI development following a high-profile researcher resignation that ignited intense debate over AI safety.

Michigan bounced back from early-season controversy as high-profile quarterback Bryce Underwood led a victory over Oklahoma, stabilizing the Wolverines' campaign.

Security personnel stopped an individual who unlawfully entered the California property of the former vice president on Friday night.

Elena Rybakina claimed victory over Aryna Sabalenka at the U.S. Open, taking the world No. 1 ranking after a dramatic conclusion that saw Sabalenka smash her racket.

India’s T20I captain Shreyas Iyer fields his primary lineup for the first time in Sunday’s series opener against Afghanistan following a winless, injury-plagued European tour.

Swedes cast ballots in a general election that could bring a far-right party into formal government or shift the nation back toward its traditional center-left consensus.

Prolonged conflict drives up refined fuel prices, leaving commercial airlines facing rising operational expenses and raising the prospect of higher passenger fares.

Leaders at the 20th BRICS summit in India approved a joint declaration prioritizing dialogue over confrontation and advocating for a structural overhaul of global governance.

High-level diplomatic discussions between Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled emphasize West Asian stability and multi-aligned foreign policy.

A sharp rise in crude and refined distillate futures ahead of the Northern Hemisphere heating season threatens household budgets and economic recovery.