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Mar 19 2026POLITICS

France and India Call for Calm in the Middle East

France’s President Emmanuel Macron and India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi exchanged messages on the social‑media platform X, urging a slowdown in the conflict that has escalated across the Middle East. Their posts came after Iran targeted energy sites following a series of Israeli and U. S. strike

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

France Plans to Share Nuclear Jets With Allies

France’s president has announced a bold shift in the country’s nuclear policy, saying that France will not only grow its arsenal but also allow other nations to host its nuclear‑armed aircraft for short periods. The move, revealed at a military base that houses France’s submarine fleet, signals a ne

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Canada and India Forge Big New Trade and Tech Pact

Canada and India have just inked a series of agreements that could shape their economies for years. The talks, held after Canadian leader Mark Carney visited Delhi, resulted in a ten‑year nuclear energy contract and plans to push bilateral trade to $50 billion within five years. The leaders frame

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Feb 28 2026FINANCE

Ireland Pushes for Global Digital Tax Rules

Ireland’s finance minister, who also serves as deputy prime minister, has voiced strong backing for a worldwide deal that would set clear rules on taxing digital businesses. He added that the country will support the effort only if it can be widely accepted and carried out efficiently. The minister

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Feb 25 2026POLITICS

Ireland Boosts Sea Watch and Links With NATO Friends

Ireland has announced plans to upgrade its radar and underwater listening systems while working more closely with NATO allies. The move comes as the country faces new kinds of threats in the North Atlantic, such as hidden vessels that could spy or sabotage. The plan also targets a “nexus” of impo

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Feb 24 2026SPORTS

Winter Games: Wins, Whims and Worries

Norway finished top of the medal table with 41 prizes, including 18 golds, followed by the United States and Italy. Yet numbers alone miss the drama that unfolded on and off the slopes. The spotlight fell on figure skater Alysa Liu, who after a brief retirement returned to win gold. Her performan

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Feb 23 2026EDUCATION

Learning Gaps in Ireland’s Growing Interventional Radiology Field

Ireland has seen a sharp rise in the need for interventional radiologists, yet there is no nationwide study of how trainees feel about their training. A recent survey looked at what students in this specialty think and where they see room for improvement. The results show that while many trainees ar

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Canada Helps Ukraine Fix and Modernise Energy

Canada has decided to give a big boost to Ukraine’s energy field, especially after Russia’s attacks on power plants and gas lines. In a Paris meeting, the two governments announced a new partnership that will bring Canadian oil and gas gear to Ukraine on cheaper terms. The plan also encourages Canad

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Canada and India: Strengthening Economic Ties

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to visit India soon. This trip is part of a bigger plan to boost trade between the two countries. The visit is scheduled for early March, with Carney likely spending March 1-2 in New Delhi. Carney's visit comes at a time when Canada is looking to expand it

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

Canada's Stance on Iran: A Shift in Diplomacy

Canada is making waves in international politics with its firm stance on Iran. The country's foreign affairs minister, Anita Anand, made it clear that Canada won't restore diplomatic ties with Iran unless there's a change in government. This statement was made during an interview in Germany, where A

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