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European Central Bank Cuts Interest Rates as Economic Growth Stagnates

European Central Bank Cuts Interest Rates as Economic Growth Stagnates

The European Central Bank cut interest rates on Thursday, for the fifth consecutive time, amid slowing growth in the region’s economy. Policymakers lowered the bank’s key rate a quarter point to 2.75 percent as inflation remained relatively close to their 2 percent target. The moves come a day after the U.S. Federal Reserve held rates […]

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Who Is Syria’s New Interim President?

Who Is Syria’s New Interim President?

Ahmed al-Shara, the leader of the rebel coalition that swept to power in Syria last month, has been declared the country’s interim president, a role that will see him navigate a time of untold change for a fractured nation. Under Mr. al-Shara’s stewardship, Syria’s interim government will now face a delicate political transition after the […]

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Who Are the 3 Israeli Hostages Released Thursday?

Who Are the 3 Israeli Hostages Released Thursday?

Hamas released eight hostages, including three Israelis and five Thais, on Thursday as part of a hostage-for-prisoner exchange, more than a year after they were taken captive during the Hamas-led attack on southern Israel on Oct. 7, 2023. Agam Berger, an Israeli army soldier, was released first in a highly choreographed ceremony in northern Gaza. […]

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After Maha Kumbh Mela Stampede, Concerns of Cover-Up

After Maha Kumbh Mela Stampede, Concerns of Cover-Up

The pre-dawn stampede at the massive Hindu festival in northern India created havoc. But order was restored swiftly in the next few hours. On Wednesday morning, ambulances cut through a swarm of millions of people who had gathered in the city of Prayagraj. They ferried dozens of people to hospitals, some who had been trampled […]

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