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Indonesia volcano spews 18-kilometre ash tower: agency

Indonesia volcano spews 18-kilometre ash tower: agency

A volcano in eastern Indonesia erupted, spewing a colossal ash tower 18 kilometres (11 miles) into the sky on Monday, authorities said, just weeks after it caused dozens of flight cancellations to and from the popular resort island of Bali.

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Trump says to send first tariff letters on Monday

Trump says to send first tariff letters on Monday

US President Donald Trump announced he would send the first tariff letters to various countries on Monday, days before his deadline for trading partners to reach a deal expires.

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The strange case of Evgeniya Mayboroda, Russia's rebel retiree

The strange case of Evgeniya Mayboroda, Russia's rebel retiree

The elegant 74-year-old Russian put her hand on her heart as the verdict fell. Five and a half years in prison for posts opposing the war in Ukraine.

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Asian markets drop as Trump's tariff deadline looms

Asian markets drop as Trump's tariff deadline looms

Most Asian markets fell Monday as countries fought to hammer out trade deals days before Donald Trump's tariff deadline, though investors took heart after he said the levies would not kick in until the start of next month.

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Under-strength Brumbies eye 'big opportunity' against Lions

Under-strength Brumbies eye 'big opportunity' against Lions

Coach Stephen Larkham said Monday the ACT Brumbies have a "big opportunity" against the British and Irish Lions, but admitted they face a tough task with a team stripped of key Wallabies.

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Macron to rekindle relationship with Francophile King Charles on UK visit

Macron to rekindle relationship with Francophile King Charles on UK visit

French-speaking King Charles III, who is hosting President Emmanuel Macron for a state visit starting on Tuesday, professes a long-standing love of France, describing it as "an essential part" of his life.

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Trump hosts Netanyahu, hopes for Israel-Hamas deal 'this week'

Trump hosts Netanyahu, hopes for Israel-Hamas deal 'this week'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet Monday US President Donald Trump, who expressed hope for a "deal this week" between Israel and Hamas that sees hostages released from the Gaza Strip.

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Pressed to confess: Japan accused of 'hostage justice'

Pressed to confess: Japan accused of 'hostage justice'

Yo Amano says he is unravelling in a cell where he has been confined alone almost 24 hours a day for over six years, despite not having been convicted of the fraud charges against him.

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Demna to bow out at Balenciaga in Paris Haute Couture Week

Demna to bow out at Balenciaga in Paris Haute Couture Week

Provocative Georgian showman Demna is to take a final bow after 10 years at Balenciaga during Paris Haute Couture Week, which begins Monday and will also feature a debut for Maison Margiela's new chief creative.

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Host of internationals in Australia-New Zealand squad to face Lions

Host of internationals in Australia-New Zealand squad to face Lions

Head coach Les Kiss included 18 internationals in his combined Australia-New Zealand squad named Monday to face the British and Irish Lions, hoping they can produce "something special".

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