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  • Why have thousands taken to the streets? India's 'cockroach' protest explained

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    Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:28:52 GMT

  • China's Moonshot AI stole from Anthropic, Trump tech adviser says

    The allegations come as Chinese AI companies are facing increased US government scrutiny.

    Thu, 23 Jul 2026 23:50:38 GMT

  • South Korea woman acquitted of murdering newborn after hospital delivery

    The woman, who had wanted to end her pregnancy at 36 weeks, gave birth to a baby who doctors later killed.

    Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:04:56 GMT

  • What is the mosquito-borne disease Sri Lanka is using drones to fight?

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  • Why are thousands protesting for education reform in India?

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    Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:19:45 GMT

  • India's Modi government under growing pressure as 'cockroach' protests intensify

    The CJP got a boost on Tuesday when the opposition Congress party demonstrated outside the PM's house.

    Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:02:04 GMT

  • Tokyo urges men to wear shorts to work, but women say it's 'leg hair harassment'

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  • From hundreds to thousands: How India's 'cockroach' protest movement has grown

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    Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:41:22 GMT