Millions without power as Cuba hit by latest major blackout

Widespread power outages have become increasingly common due to fuel shortages made worse by a US blockade.

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Warren Buffett steps down after six decades at Berkshire - 'Father Time always wins'

Since taking control in 1965, Buffett grew a struggling textile mill into a global conglomerate.

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Is Canada about to join the EU?

Ties between Canada and the European Union have been getting closer as trade dispute with the US continue.

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This Olympic river has 500 crocodiles in it - but that's not the main concern

Queensland's Fitzroy River has been selected for the 2032 Games, despite concerns over the course - and its inhabitants.

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Carney's new love-in with EU has everything to do with Trump

The Canadian PM is in Strasbourg this week seeking a "unique alliance" - and there is one clear catalyst.

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Suspected sabotage causes major Netherlands rail disruption

Trains were cancelled or delayed on Tuesday after objects were found on tracks at multiple locations.

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Nigeria arrests alleged Mexican drug kingpin at international airport

Arturo Carrera Loaiza denies allegations he was involved in meth production, the Nigerian authorities say.

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Donald Trump Jr and Bettina Trump say Putin ally paid for some wedding festivities as a 'gift'

An Instagram post from the couple said two nights of their wedding festivities in the Bahamas were partially funded by Umar Kremlev.

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Body of missing runner found in South Africa

A nationwide appeal was launched after Elizabeth Moselakgomo went missing last week. Four other women's bodies have been found nearby.

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Trump says he will remove all Irish whiskey tariffs as he ends two-day visit

Whiskey distilled in the Republic of Ireland faces the standard 15% tariff which applies to EU goods entering the US.

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