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April 3, 2026 10 visible stories Conflict & Security / Diplomacy & Power / Economy & Trade

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April 3, 2026

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Conflict & Security

Military moves, clashes, maritime flashpoints, and security posture changes.

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Russia unleashes relentless wave of drone strikes on Ukraine, Kyiv says
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Russia unleashes relentless wave of drone strikes on Ukraine, Kyiv says

The bombardment is the second ​time this week Russia has followed a overnight drone barrage ⁠with heavy daytime attacks, a new tactic as Moscow probes ways to ​penetrate Ukraine's air defenses.

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Priceless ancient golden helmet stolen from Dutch museum is recovered
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Priceless ancient golden helmet stolen from Dutch museum is recovered

A priceless ancient golden helmet from Romania stolen last year from a museum in the Netherlands has been recovered, Dutch authorities announced Thursday.

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Iran’s tallest bridge destroyed in US airstrikes as Trump warns of more destruction
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Iran’s tallest bridge destroyed in US airstrikes as Trump warns of more destruction

Trump shared footage of the newly built span connecting Tehran and Karaj being blown to bits and threatened “much more” destruction if Tehran doesn’t meet the US’ demands for a cease-fire.

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Iran's tallest bridge collapses after reported US airstrikes; Iran threatens American allies in retaliation
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Iran's tallest bridge collapses after reported US airstrikes; Iran threatens American allies in retaliation

Iran's biggest bridge near Tehran crashes down after reported U.S. airstrikes as Trump presses the regime to make a deal before escalation.

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Jewish communities on high alert as Passover begins amid rising security threats nationwide
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Jewish communities on high alert as Passover begins amid rising security threats nationwide

Jewish communities face a heightened security threat this Passover, with NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch warning of an elevated alert as antisemitic attacks rise across the U.S.

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Diplomacy & Power

Summits, sanctions, elections, leadership shifts, and statecraft.

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French, South Korean leaders say they’ll work together on the Strait of Hormuz
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French, South Korean leaders say they’ll work together on the Strait of Hormuz

Their summit in Seoul came as US President Donald Trump slammed allies for not supporting the US and Israeli war against Iran.

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Cuba releasing more than 2,000 prisoners as US pressures the island’s government
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Cuba releasing more than 2,000 prisoners as US pressures the island’s government

The Cuban government said Thursday it would release 2,010 prisoners in a move that comes while the Trump administration puts extreme pressure on the island's government with a suffocating oil blockade.

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Nepal probe exposes $20M fraudulent rescue scheme involving lacing Mt Everest hikers' food: report
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Nepal probe exposes $20M fraudulent rescue scheme involving lacing Mt Everest hikers' food: report

Insurance companies are being scammed out of money by fraudulent rescue schemes in the nation of Nepal, according to a report by The Kathmandu Post.

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Economy & Trade

Markets, industrial policy, trade friction, and supply-chain shifts.

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Venezuelans still fighting corruption and crippling 700% inflation — but remain optimistic as US lifts sanctions
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Venezuelans still fighting corruption and crippling 700% inflation — but remain optimistic as US lifts sanctions

Venezuelans counting on US to help end rampant inflation, invest in economy

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Energy & Climate

Oil, gas, grids, climate shocks, and energy security storylines.

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Trump asks allies for help with the Strait of Hormuz — and Europe is finally budging
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Trump asks allies for help with the Strait of Hormuz — and Europe is finally budging

France is pushing for an international mission to escort oil and gas tankers and the British government said military planners will meet next week.

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Cyber & Technology

Cybersecurity, telecoms, chips, AI, and digital infrastructure.

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Society & Rights

Protests, courts, rights, migration, media freedom, and civic life.

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BBC World

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Live

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BBC Asia

Regional desk

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Asia 3 items

Live

Lean Left -1

Al Jazeera English

International broadcaster

Live
Global 3 items

Live

Lean Left -2

The Guardian World

Newspaper

Live
Global 3 items

Live

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The New York Times World

Newspaper

Live
Global 3 items

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NPR World

Public radio

Live
US 3 items

Live

Lean Left -2

CNN World

Cable network

Live
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Lean Left -2

Fox News World

Cable network

Live
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Live

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New York Post World

Tabloid

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US 3 items

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The Diplomat

Asia-Pacific magazine

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Asia-Pacific 3 items

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Lean Left -1

SCMP Asia

Metropolitan daily

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Asia 3 items

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The Japan Times

National daily

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Japan 3 items

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The Straits Times Asia

Regional newspaper

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Southeast Asia 3 items

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Channel NewsAsia

Regional broadcaster

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Southeast Asia 3 items

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Dawn

National daily

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The Hindu International

National daily

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India 3 items

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Times of India World

National daily

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NDTV World

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Rappler

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China Daily World

State-backed daily

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Radio Free Asia

Public-interest broadcaster

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France 24 Asia-Pacific

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Nikkei Asia

Business daily

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The Korea Herald

National daily

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Taiwan News

Digital daily

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Deutsche Welle Asia

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Reuters World

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Reuters Business

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The Jakarta Post

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Euronews World

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