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US, China reach framework deal to ease rare-earth export curbs and extend tariff truce

Officials in London agree to revive Geneva truce by rolling back rare-earth restrictions and select export controls, pending presidential approval.

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Third Chinese national arrested in US over smuggling of biological materials

PhD scholar Chengxuan Han has been detained for importing roundworm-related material, marking the third similar arrest in a week, following the detention of two other scientists caught with a fungus linked to suspicion of agroterrorism.

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Pakistan’s UNSC bid falls flat, India rallies allies to block key terror panels

Islamabad denied top counter-terror roles at UN as India cites its terror links and lobbies with global partners to rein it in.

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Trump deploys 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles as immigration raids spark fierce protests

California Governor Newsom condemns federal move as “purposefully inflammatory” amid escalating clashes and deepening tensions.

Microsoft co-founder pledges $198 billion to Africa for healthcare and education

The donation will support healthcare and education initiatives across Africa over the next 20 years, with a focus on maternal health, early childhood care, digital learning, and local innovation.

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US vetoes UN resolution calling for immediate Gaza ceasefire, stands alone in 14-1 vote

Washington demands unconditional truce, says move would embolden Hamas as humanitarian crisis worsens.

US accuses Columbia University of violating civil rights over antisemitism response

The Education Department says Columbia showed indifference to antisemitic harassment, prompting a formal warning to its accreditor and raising questions about the university’s federal compliance.