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US weekly jobless claims plunge to lowest since 1969 - Reuters
US weekly jobless claims plunge to lowest since 1969 Reuters
The world section collects positive developments from across the globe that do not fit neatly into another category. Peace agreements, literacy milestones, infrastructure reaching underserved areas, democratic reforms, and cultural celebrations. The filter is simple: does this story make you feel more hopeful about the state of the world?
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US prosecutors drop New York Times subpoenas in Trump plane leak probe - Reuters
US prosecutors drop New York Times subpoenas in Trump plane leak probe Reuters
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US signs landmark nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia
The US Department of Energy says the "peaceful" co-operation agreement will give US firms "great access" to the Saudi nuclear energy programme.
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Watch: Louvre reopens gallery after jewellery heist
The Louvre Museum reopens its Apollo Gallery nine months after a robbery that shocked France.
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US says it reaches nuclear power deal with Saudi Arabia - Reuters
US says it reaches nuclear power deal with Saudi Arabia Reuters
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Ukraine recaptured 700 sq km of territory this year, outgoing top general says - Reuters
Ukraine recaptured 700 sq km of territory this year, outgoing top general says Reuters
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From hundreds to thousands: How India's 'cockroach' protest movement has grown
BBC's Azadeh Moshiri reports as thousands attempt to march to India's parliament in support of the Cockroach Janta Party's demand for education reforms.
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Moment fans in Madrid celebrate World Cup win
Thousands of spectators watched Spain's victory in central Madrid on late Sunday night.
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Scores celebrate Spain's 'Kings of the World' win in exhilarated Madrid - Reuters
Scores celebrate Spain's 'Kings of the World' win in exhilarated Madrid Reuters
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Runners complete 'world's coolest marathon' on drifting North Pole ice
Organisers say 23 runners from seven countries took part in races at the Arctic's geographic North Pole.
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Shakira, Madonna, Justin Bieber and BTS perform at colourful World Cup half-time show
Robbie Williams and Jennifer Hudson also performed, with Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet among the celebrities in the crowds.
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Substitute Torres rescues grim final to make Spain world champions - Reuters
Substitute Torres rescues grim final to make Spain world champions Reuters
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Spain battle past 10-man Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win World Cup - Reuters
Spain battle past 10-man Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win World Cup Reuters
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Spain is the 2026 World Cup champion, defeating Argentina for its 2nd title
Spain's run to the title was a defensive masterclass, with wins over four of the world's top ten teams. They are the first World Cup champion to win the title while only conceding a single goal.(Image…
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France's Mbappe becomes World Cup's all-time top scorer - Reuters
France's Mbappe becomes World Cup's all-time top scorer Reuters
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England take World Cup third place with 6-4 win against France - Reuters
England take World Cup third place with 6-4 win against France Reuters
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Britain's Kerr smashes long-standing world mile record - Reuters
Britain's Kerr smashes long-standing world mile record Reuters
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Pogacar rides to solo win on Tour de France stage 14 to increase overall lead - Reuters
Pogacar rides to solo win on Tour de France stage 14 to increase overall lead Reuters
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Australia thrash Italy for first Nations Championship win - Reuters
Australia thrash Italy for first Nations Championship win Reuters
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