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Trump’s likely re-election plunges global economy into uncertainty
Global GDP could take a hit, and emerging economies would suffer if Trump imposes big tariffs. Will he follow through?
World reactions as Trump declares victory in US presidential election
As Trump claims win and leads in key battleground states, his Democratic rival Kamala Harris has not yet conceded.
A ‘revenge’ administration? What four more years of Trump could mean
Experts warn of ‘slide to authoritarianism’ as Trump promises to crack down on critics, enact hardline policies.
Snow caps Japan’s Mount Fuji to end record lapse
Reported snowfall on iconic mountain is the latest in 130 years following autumn warmth.
Police fire tear gas at Serbians protesting deadly station roof collapse
Demonstrators demand arrests and accountability after 14 people were killed and three others were critically injured.
Trump: ‘God spared me for a reason’
‘God spared my life for a reason’. Donald Trump referred to the apparent attempt on his life during the election race.
Trump declares victory in 2024 US election
Donald Trump has declared victory in the presidential race, after several battleground states were called in his favour.
Fact Check: Were ICE officers told to avoid uniforms while US voting?
A viral claim suggests immigration officers were told not to wear uniforms to avoid scaring undocumented migrants. Not true.
Donald Trump claims US election victory after winning key swing states
The Republican candidate is on the cusp of winning 270 Electoral College votes, per the Associated Press.
Afghan opium cultivation bouncing back amid Taliban clampdown
Poppy planting remains far below pre-ban levels, United Nations reports, despite rise of 19 percent year on year.