Gita Gopinath to Step Down as IMF’s No. 2 Official in August
Gita Gopinath, the IMF's First Deputy Managing Director, will step down in August 2025 to return to Harvard University. Her departure opens a key opportunity for President Trump to nominate a successor amid global economic realignments.
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Shigeru Ishiba’s Leadership in Crisis After Japan Elections 2025 Shock Loss
: Japan's PM Shigeru Ishiba suffers a major blow as the LDP-Komeito coalition loses its upper house majority. Rising inflation, failed US trade talks, and Sanseito’s far-right surge fuel political upheaval.
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Pakistan Honor Killing Video Sparks Outrage, 13 Arrested in Balochistan
A viral video showing a couple being shot dead in Pakistan’s Balochistan province has triggered nationwide outrage. Authorities have arrested 13 people, including a tribal leader, over the latest so-called “honor killing.”
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Bangladesh Fighter Jet Crashes into Dhaka School, Killing 19
A Bangladesh Air Force F-7 BGI jet crashed into Milestone School and College in Dhaka’s Uttara neighborhood, killing 19 people mostly students and injuring over 100. Authorities promise a full investigation.
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Zelensky Proposes New Ukraine–Russia Peace Talks Amid Intense Ceasefire Pressure
President Zelensky has invited Russia to resume peace talks next week as U.S. tariffs loom, aiming to secure a lasting ceasefire in Ukraine’s war.
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Horror at Gaza Aid Centers: Israeli Troops Kill 32 Palestinians Seeking Food
At least 32 Palestinians were shot dead by Israeli forces near Gaza aid centers, witnesses say. Amid starvation, hundreds have died trying to access food at US- and Israeli-backed GHF hubs.
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Saudi Arabia’s ‘Sleeping Prince’ Dies After 20-Year Coma
Saudi Prince Alwaleed bin Khaled bin Talal, known as the 'Sleeping Prince', dies at 36 after spending nearly 20 years in a coma following a tragic 2005 accident in London. Funeral set for July 20 in Riyadh.
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Coldplay Kiss Cam Scandal: Astronomer CEO Quits, HR Chief Silent
Astronomer CEO Andy Byron resigns after viral Coldplay ‘kiss cam’ moment with HR head Kristin Cabot sparks affair allegations. Cabot, married to Privateer Rum CEO Andrew Cabot, remains silent amid growing scrutiny.
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Israel-Syria Ceasefire Begins as Druze-Bedouin Clashes Ignite Crisis in Sweida
A fragile Israel-Syria ceasefire begins amid deadly Druze-Bedouin clashes in Sweida. Over 300 killed, humanitarian aid blocked, and Israel bombs Damascus to protect Druze civilians.
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Bolsonaro Condemns Brazil Supreme Court, Courts Trump Amid Trial Turmoil
Former President Jair Bolsonaro lashes out at Brazil's Supreme Court over ankle monitor and curfew orders amid coup trial. Trump backs Bolsonaro, threatening tariffs and visa bans. Full details and global fallout.
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