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The European Union is considering Ukraine's membership bid, with some governments expressing opposition. However, political risk analyst Mujtaba Rahman argues that swift admission could bring immense strategic advantages. Ukraine's proximity to Russia and its experience of resisting Moscow's aggression make…

Iowa's Democratic primary has concluded with Josh Turek emerging as the winner. He will now face Republican Senator Ashley Hinson in the general election. Turek, the establishment-backed candidate, defeated Zach Wahls, a progressive state senator. The Senate seat is currently…

South Korea's Kospi stock market has reached record highs, driven by the growth of artificial intelligence and the country's tech industry. The market capitalization of the Kospi has surpassed $2 trillion, with tech giants Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix leading…

US and Iranian forces have exchanged fresh strikes, with the US military targeting a tanker and sites on Iran's Qeshm Island. The US also defended Kuwait and Bahrain from missile attacks. The escalation comes as ceasefire talks between the two…

Barnaby Joyce addressed a crowd of anti-abortion activists in Sydney, urging them to pressure National MPs ahead of a crucial vote. The New South Wales upper house is set to vote on a bill that would outlaw sex-selective terminations. The…

England's general practitioners are struggling to provide adequate support to older people at risk of falling due to excessive workloads. MPs have expressed concern that the current situation is compromising the care of vulnerable individuals. The public accounts committee heard…