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JAPAN: Emperor Akihito declares historic abdication

Japan’s Emperor Akihito has declared his abdication in a historic ceremony at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. In his last public address as emperor, Aki

MOZAMBIQUE Cyclone: Death toll rises as storm blocks aid

The death toll in cyclone-hit northern Mozambique has risen to 38, officials say, as aid workers struggle to reach the worst-affected areas. Cyclone K

United Arab Emirates: Suspected spy ‘kills himself in Turkish prison’

One of two men detained two weeks ago by Turkey on suspicion of spying for the United Arab Emirates has killed himself in prison, prosecutors say. The

NORWAY: ‘Russian spy whale’ found off Arctic coast

A beluga whale found off Norway’s coast wearing a special Russian harness was probably trained by the Russian navy, a Norwegian expert says. Marine bi

BURKINA FASO: Gunmen kill pastor, five others in attack on church

Gunmen have opened fire on a church in northern Burkina Faso, killing at least six people, officials say. The attackers reportedly arrived on seven mo