Australian MP Helen Haines has been hit by a car in what Prime Minister Anthony Albanese calls 'a deliberate act'. She was struck near her regional office in Wangaratta, Victoria.

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A viral image from the protests in France show protesters hoisting the Palestinian flag atop the Eiffel Tower? Is this true?

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The new images of the North Korean leader come after unverified claims spread online that he had suffered a brain haemorrhage, fallen into a coma or died.

https://www.firstpost.com/world/kim-jong-un-appears-in-public-after-rumours-of-brain-haemorrhage-death-14053992.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement is now in effect. The deal makes several New Zealand products cheaper for buyers. Here is how it will impact your wallet.

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While airline catering could be one reason for food tasting different on planes, the environment inside an aircraft can also change how you experience flavour, even when the food itself remains the same.

https://www.firstpost.com/lifestyle/does-your-food-sometimes-taste-different-on-flights-the-science-behind-bland-airline-meals-14053812.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

In their investigations in the Tiger Shroff shooting, cops have unearthed how the shooters meticulously planned for it. They conducted a recce at the Bollywood star's home and gym, tracking his movements closely. They also kept a note of the places frequently visited by the actor.

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/multiple-recce-tracked-tiger-shroff-closely-how-shooters-planned-a-week-long-plot-to-attack-and-were-finally-caught-14054040.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

A week after an alleged mass-shooting plot targeting a Hindu temple in Aurora, Illinois, the incident remains a sobering reminder that religious freedom cannot be taken for granted.

https://www.firstpost.com/opinion/when-worship-becomes-a-target-of-hate-the-growing-fear-of-being-hindu-in-america-14054041.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

Paul Biya, the world's oldest and Cameroon’s 'forever' president, has returned to the country after spending 73 days (over 10 weeks) abroad. His absence from office and prolonged stay in Europe have triggered public debate on who rules Cameroon.

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A self-proclaimed pastor, Paul Mackenzie and his associates are found guilty of starving over 190 children to death in the hope of "meeting Jesus." Mackenzie's case has been dubbed Kenya’s 'most consequential' criminal case ever

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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s government has approved a new security package introducing tougher penalties for violent protesters, expanding police powers over minors and making parents financially responsible for damage caused by their children.

https://www.firstpost.com/world/italy-gets-tough-on-rioters-melonis-new-law-targets-violent-protesters-and-their-parents-14054162.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

In an exclusive interview with Network18 Group Editor-in-Chief Rahul Joshi, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke about the progress in India-US trade deal talks, Russian oil imports to Pakistan, and defence cooperation.

https://www.firstpost.com/india/marco-rubio-exclusive-qa-trade-deal-russian-oil-and-the-future-of-india-us-ties-14054157.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

Marco Rubio is en route to Gujarat’s Jamnagar to visit the Reliance refinery. When asked why he added this location to his itinerary, the US secretary of state said the company is ‘very important’ and can help India diversify its energy supply.

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Forty-three-year-old Brendan Nugent has been named as the accused in Australian MP Helen Haines' car ramming case. He was reportedly a family friend for more than 20 years. Here's more about him.

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/family-friend-of-20-years-who-is-brendan-nugent-man-accused-of-attacking-australian-mp-helen-haines-14054203.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

The execution of two Bangladeshi nationals in Saudi Arabia has triggered a diplomatic spat. A man and a woman were hanged over alleged ‘immoral acts’ inside a mosque in Mecca. Here is what we know about the case.

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/saudi-arabia-execution-bangladeshi-nationals-kiss-mecca-conspiracy-answers-14054256.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

Three days after the shooting incident involving actor Tiger Shroff in Mumbai, seven people have been arrested in the case so far. Investigators have found that the pistol was collected from Amritsar via ‘dead letter box’ and two women brought it to Mumbai.

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/tiger-shroff-firing-how-2-women-transferred-weapons-to-mumbai-for-actors-shooters-14054296.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

Why is Polish PM Donald Tusk visiting India? From defence co-production and trade to green energy and space technology, here's how New Delhi and Warsaw are looking to deepen their strategic partnership.

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/poland-pm-donald-tusk-in-india-why-new-delhi-and-warsaw-need-each-other-14054316.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

Accused of fighting on behalf of Ukraine, an American teacher, Stephen James Hubbard, was imprisoned in 2022 in Russia after Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Hubbard was released today after US envoy Steve Witkoff arrived in St. Petersburg for Ukraine peace talks

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/russia-releases-american-jailed-teacher-stephen-james-hubbard-who-is-he-14054365.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

Amid the ongoing nationwide protests in France, the Indian embassy in Paris has issued a safety advisory urging Indian nationals residing in or travelling to the country to ‘exercise extreme caution and remain vigilant’. The consulate advised Indian citizens to stay away from protest sites or any form of demonstrations.

https://www.firstpost.com/world/france-protests-update-india-embassy-paris-safety-advisory-for-citizens-14054432.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

Pakistan, Turkey, Qatar, and Indonesia have signed a new defence deal called the Badr Memorandum of Understanding. The pact, which focuses on defence manufacturing, could be a concern for India. Here's why.

https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/pakistan-turkey-qatar-indonesia-badr-memorandum-of-understanding-defence-deal-india-concern-analysis-14054465.html?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social

A hazardous chemical leak at a Toledo tank terminal in Ohio forced hundreds of people to evacuate their homes and left thousands more under a shelter-in-place order on Wednesday. Here's what happened and the possible risks.

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