Fire reported at kosher supermarket in northwest London
A large fire broke out at a supermarket early Wednesday in Golders Green, an area in northwest London known for its large Jewish community, prompting a major emergency response and road closures, according to the London Fire Brigade.
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Fire reported at kosher supermarket in northwest London: media
Fire reported at kosher supermarket in northwest London: media
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African nations step up Ebola response as cases rise
African leaders and health agencies are intensifying efforts to contain the growing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, with nearly $500 million pledged for the response as vaccine developers race to produce treatments tailored to the current strain amid rising infections
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Unity celebrated amid fresh concerns over xenophobia
South Africa on Monday marked Africa Day amid renewed concerns over xenophobia, as the government called for African unity and condemned violence against foreign nationals.
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The stability and development of Africa is a global responsibility
Africa should not be treated as a problem to be managed. It should be respected as a continent of sovereign nations, ancient civilizations, young populations, vast resources, expanding markets and historic potential.
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Europe scorched by unusually hot weather
Delivery drivers in France and workers on farms and construction sites have been told to stay indoors if possible, after a record-breaking heat wave has made outdoor work unsafe.
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Frederiksen trying once again to form Denmark govt
Denmark's caretaker prime minister, Mette Frederiksen, has again been called on to lead negotiations to form a government, after two rounds of failed coalition talks following inconclusive elections in March.
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Japanese parliament enacts law to establish national intelligence council amid public concern
The Japanese parliament enacted a law on Wednesday to establish a national intelligence council.
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Israel says it killed newly appointed Hamas military chief in Gaza
JERUSALEM, May 27 (Xinhua) -- Israel said on Wednesday that it had killed Mohammed Odeh, the newly appointed commander-in-chief of Hamas' armed wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades, in a strike in Gaza.Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said in a statement that Odeh, whom he described as Hamas' fourth-ranking official, had been killed. We promised that Hamas will not have military or civilian control over Gaza, and so it will be, Katz said.Hamas did not immediately confirm or comment on the report. Palestinian media reported that Odeh was killed along with his wife, two sons and daughter in a strike in western Gaza City.Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday night that Israeli forces had attempted to assassinate Odeh in a strike carried out under his and Katz's direction, but gave no details on the outcome.Odeh was appointed about a week ago to succeed Izz al-Din al-Haddad, who was killed in an Israeli strike on May 15.
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House fire in Russia's Lipetsk kills 3
A private house explosion and fire in Russia's Lipetsk region late Tuesday killed two women and a one-year-old child, Governor Igor Artamonov said on Wednesday.
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Trump to convene full cabinet meeting as US-Iran talks reach critical stage
US President Donald Trump will convene a full cabinet meeting on Tuesday as negotiations between the United States and Iran enter a crucial phase, according to White House officials.
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Georgia holds celebrations to mark Independence Day
Georgia holds celebrations to mark Independence Day
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Israel says killed new chief of Hamas armed wing in Gaza strike
Israel says killed new chief of Hamas armed wing in Gaza strike
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Trump appoints former attorney general Bondi to White House AI panel: report
U.S. President Donald Trump has appointed former Attorney General Pam Bondi to an advisory committee focused on AI policy, according to a report from U.S. media Axios on Tuesday.
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