March 7, 2025
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Record High in Modern Slavery Cases in Britain; Nearly 6,000 Victims Are Children

LONDON, March 6 — The number of potential modern slavery victims in Britain surged to a record high last year, according to official statistics released on Thursday. Experts are calling for urgent government policy reforms to address the growing crisis.

March 7, 2025
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SpaceX Loses Contact with Starship Rocket During Latest Test Flight

WASHINGTON, March 7 — SpaceX launched its powerful Starship rocket once again yesterday but soon lost contact with the spacecraft as it soared over the Gulf of Mexico.

March 7, 2025
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Key Facts About Southeast Asian Scam Centers Operating at the Myanmar-Thai Border

NAYPYIDAW, March 6 — Scam centers operating along the Thai-Myanmar border for years have come under renewed scrutiny following the high-profile abduction and release of a Chinese actor in Thailand.

March 6, 2025
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FIFA’s Decision Ends Japan’s Bid to Host the 2031 Women’s World Cup

TOKYO, March 6 — Japan Football Association President Tsuneyasu Miyamoto expressed disappointment after FIFA ruled out Japan's bid to host the 2031 Women’s World Cup.‍

March 6, 2025
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Seven Injured as Shell Hits Civilian Area During South Korean Military Drill

SEOUL, March 6 — Seven people were injured today after a shell landed in a civilian area during live-fire military exercises in Pocheon, South Korea, according to broadcaster YTN.‍

March 6, 2025
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Pope Francis Observes Start of Lent from Hospital as Vatican Reports Stable Yet Complex Condition

VATICAN CITY, March 6 — Pope Francis marked the beginning of Lent from his hospital suite yesterday, with the Vatican confirming that while his condition remains stable, it is still complex as he continues treatment for double pneumonia.‍