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Turkish habit of stashing gold "under the pillow' hurts economy, government says

For years, Turks have stashed their gold at home against a raining day, mistrustful of banks. Now the government says that tradition hurts the economy

NPR News · 16 Sept 2026
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Israeli soldiers rappel from helicopter in occupied West Bank

Israeli forces rappelled from a helicopter onto the roof of a residential building in Yatta, in the occupied West Bank.

Al Jazeera · 16 Sept 2026
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Iran war increasing inflation, straining US munitions: congressional report

Report by nonpartisan research body finds that replenishing depleted munitions stockpiles could take up to five years.

Al Jazeera · 16 Sept 2026
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Former Maduro ally pleads guilty to money laundering and fraud

Alex Saab pleads guilty in US court to laundering bribe and fraud proceeds linked to Venezuela's welfare programme.

Al Jazeera · 16 Sept 2026
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Iran war live: Iran’s top diplomat heads to China as war drags on

Iranian foreign minister heads to China as Beijing seeks to mediate an end to the war.

Al Jazeera · 16 Sept 2026
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Terror on board Iranian plane as violent shaking rips cabin apart

A Sepehran Airlines Boeing 737 cabin rips apart after an emergency landing in Mashhad, Iran.

Al Jazeera · 15 Sept 2026
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Argentina intensifies campaign against Falklands oil companies

Government says new legal complaints to be filed against firms exploring for oil near the Falkland Islands.

Al Jazeera · 15 Sept 2026
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Republican congressman calls to impeach US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth

GOP Representative Thomas Massie has emerged as outspoken critic of war on Iran and overseas military interventions.

Al Jazeera · 15 Sept 2026
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Turks often keep gold as a hedge against inflation. It may be hurting Turkey's future

Billions of dollars worth of gold is held in Turkish households outside the banking system. The government aims to convince citizens to put it into the mainstream financial system to help the economy.

NPR News · 15 Sept 2026
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Ed Sheeran blames US tour promoter for dropping Macklemore

The British musician said it was important to "set out some facts" after US rapper voiced support for Palestine.

Al Jazeera · 15 Sept 2026
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Why is the far-right embracing crypto?

From billionaire donors backing parties to far-right activists raising funds in Bitcoin.

Al Jazeera · 15 Sept 2026
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Algeria faces calls to drop death penalty plans after wildfires

Rights group warns Algeria could exploit proposed death penalty laws to suppress domestic political opposition.

Al Jazeera · 15 Sept 2026
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US Senate crypto bill collapses in blow to industry

The defeat dealt a major blow to efforts to establish the first comprehensive federal framework for digital-asset market

Al Jazeera · 15 Sept 2026
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Hundreds protest in DR Congo against third presidential term

Al Jazeera · 15 Sept 2026
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Romanian shepards and farmers clash with police

Dozens injured as 2,000 farmers - backed by far-right groups - protest the extension of a livestock export ban.

Al Jazeera · 15 Sept 2026
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What makes these midterms so pivotal?

The 2026 midterms could reshape Washington as voters weigh Trump, party divisions and the issues driving the election.

Al Jazeera · 15 Sept 2026
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Why do some African leaders gamble with term limits?

Protesters in the DRC denounce law that could extend president's term.

Al Jazeera · 15 Sept 2026
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Western intelligence warns of Iranian cyber threats targeting dissidents

Western intelligence agencies highlight 'CHOSEN BRICK' spyware targeting critics of Iran government abroad.

Al Jazeera · 15 Sept 2026
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