Inside the pressures facing Quebec’s billion-dollar maple syrup industry

Canadian province supplies most of the world's maple syrup, but climate change is raising new questions for producers.

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US: Iran ‘will be held responsible’ for further attacks

The US tells the UNSC that it has an obligation to not let Iran’s actions go unanswered

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UN Security Council meets after Iran launches attack on Israel

“It’s time to step back from the brink,” UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres tells the UN Security Council.

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What does Israel want to do after Iran’s drone and missile attacks?

Analysts look at the reasons behind Israel's attack on Iran's consulate, which triggered Iran's overnight barrage.

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Israel’s military gives televised address after Iran attack

Israel's military spokesman delivered a televised address to the nation after Iran's first direct attack on Israel.

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Iran launches direct attack on Israel

Watch the moment hundreds of Iranian missiles and drones are launched at Israel, with most intercepted.

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The legendary flavoured ground salt from India: Pisyu loon

This tangy, fiery condiment is only made in the kitchens of Uttarakhand. But you can now get it on Amazon.

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Chile calls for the extradition of Venezuelans after dissident’s murder

Chilean Interior Minister Carolina Toha said all 'eyes' are on Venezuela to act in the pursuit of justice.

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Ireland, Spain, Norway moving closer to recognising a Palestinian state

Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez says declarations on Palestine will be made "when the conditions are appropriate".

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Japan, Philippines, US rebuke China over ‘dangerous’ South China Sea moves

Meeting in Washington, DC, the leaders of Japan, the Philippines and US stress importance of abiding by maritime law.

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FTX’ Sam Bankman-Fried appeals conviction and 25-year sentence for fraud

Bankman-Fried faces steep odds in bid to overturn conviction stemming from the collapse of his cryptocurrency exchange.

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Singapore ‘tightens screws’ on Myanmar generals with arms trade crackdown

The UN says Russia, China and India continue to send weapons to Myanmar even as the Singapore route is blocked.

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Vietnam’s micro-apartments are a godsend for the poor – and a deadly risk

An apartment block fire that killed 56 people last year has highlighted the dangers of Vietnam's tiny urban dwellings.

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Biden ‘considering’ Australian request to drop case against Assange

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says US president's comments encouraging.

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Singapore tightens rules for expat workers with an eye on local discontent

The city-state is raising the salary threshold for foreigners to get a work permit amid stiff competition for jobs.

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Former Colombian President Alvaro Uribe blasts impending criminal charges

Prosecutors announced this week they intended to pursue the right-wing Uribe on charges of witness tampering and fraud.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 776

As the war enters its 776th day, these are the main developments.

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At least three dead after explosion at Italy hydroelectric plant

Four people missing and three wounded taken to hospital after blast at power plant in the town of Bargi, near Bologna.

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In Indonesia and Malaysia, beauty is big business during Eid al-Fitr

Cosmetics brands in Southeast Asia look to cash in on Ramadan period shopping boom.

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Residents in North America look to the sky for a rare total solar eclipse

The moon fully blocked the sun in parts of Canada, Mexico and US, drawing the attention of star-gazers and scientists.

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Biden unveils new plans to ease US student loan debt for millions

US president announces renewed effort to provide 'life changing' debt relief, a key issue for young voters.

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