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Cuba slowly gets power back after third nationwide blackout in six months
Cuba slowly gets power back after third nationwide blackout in six months

Cubans were gradually getting power back on Tuesday after the third nationwide power outage since the start of the year, causing mounting despair in the face of an energy collapse precipitated by a US fuel blockade.

July 07, 2026

Thousands without power in US Pacific islands after super typhoon
Thousands without power in US Pacific islands after super typhoon

Tens of thousands of people were without power Tuesday on Guam and the Northern Marianas after a super typhoon tore through the US Pacific territories, with no casualties reported.

July 07, 2026

NATO summit showcases arms deals in push to win over Trump
NATO summit showcases arms deals in push to win over Trump

NATO allies showcased surging defence spending with new arms contracts worth billions at a summit in Turkey on Tuesday as they sought to placate US President Donald Trump's fury over Europe's response to the war with Iran.

July 07, 2026

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As South Korean Buddhism woos Gen Z, how hip is too hip?
As South Korean Buddhism woos Gen Z, how hip is too hip?

In fast-secularising South Korea, Buddhism is regaining popularity thanks to a "hip" trend wooing Gen Z with festivals, fashion, robots and DJs, even as some fear for the fundamentals of the faith.

July 07, 2026

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Belgium thrash USA to end World Cup dream and set up Spain showdown
Belgium thrash USA to end World Cup dream and set up Spain showdown

Belgium brought the United States' World Cup party to a shattering halt on Monday, thrashing the tournament co-hosts 4-1 to set up a quarter-final showdown with Spain.

July 07, 2026