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Two people killed in shooting outside Mormon church in Salt Lake City, US As manhunt is under way, police do not believe attack was random but neither was it likely…

China finds risks, opportunities as Trump pushes for ‘spheres of influence’ China will need to reassess its investment in Venezuela and its understanding of US foreign policy under Trump. China’s…

Can a dynastic heir lead a post-dynasty Bangladesh? Former PM Khaleda Zia’s son Tarique Rahman is likely to lead the BNP in February elections. Will Bangladesh accept him? By Abu…

Barcelona rout Athletic Bilbao 5-0 to reach Spanish Super Cup final Fermin Lopez and Raphinha star for Barca as Yamal comes on as a late sub in the Super Coppa…

News Trump invites Colombia’s Petro to White House after threats Sudden detente follows a phone call between the two leaders in which they discussed drugs and ‘other disagreements’, Trump says.…

EXPLAINER What resources does Venezuela have — apart from the world’s most oil? Venezuela has the largest oil reserves, the ninth-largest natural gas reserves, and vast untapped minerals including gold.…

News Lebanon’s mission to complete disarmament plan of Hezbollah Army commander to brief government on the progress of the mission to disarm Hezbollah amid complex tensions. Hezbollah fighters raise their…

Trump to withdraw US from dozens of UN, international organisations The sweeping changes will see the US quit major forums for cooperation on climate change, peace and democracy. US President…

DEVELOPING STORYDEVELOPING STORY, News Saudi-led coalition says STC’s al-Zubaidi fled to UAE via Somaliland Secessionist leader took a boat to Berbera and then boarded a plane that flew to Abu…