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The Papers: 'Qatar fury' and 'Trump condemns Israeli air strike'
Israel's strike on Doha dominates the headlines on Wednesday.
Trump temporarily blocked from firing Fed governor
The judge's ruling is a win for the US Federal Reserve following criticism by the president.
Trump calls on EU to pressure Putin with 100% tariffs on China and India
The US president made the demand during a meeting between US and EU officials on Tuesday, according to a source familiar with the talks.
Watch: Moment avalanche is triggered by explosives in New Zealand
Authorities started the controlled avalanche to reduce the risk for drivers to the popular tourist destination Milford Sound.
Vaccine to curb chlamydia epidemic decimating koalas approved
Thousands of koalas have died from the disease, with some estimates suggesting only 50,000 remain in the wild.
Vaccine to curb chlamydia epidemic decimating koalas approved
Thousands of koalas have died from the disease, with some estimates suggesting only 50,000 remain in the wild.
Six takeaways from book of birthday messages to Epstein
The latest batch of Epstein files released by Congress give an insight into the convicted sex offender's sprawling and elite social circle.
Hamas claims leadership survived Israeli attack in Doha, but confirms six deaths
Meanwhile, the White House says the Israeli strike "does not advance Israel or America's goals".
Meta covered up potential child harms, whistleblowers claim
Meta denies the allegations and described the "claims at the heart" of the Senate hearing as "nonsense".
Nato scrambles jets as Russia targets Ukraine near Polish border
Russian attacks target western Ukrainian areas close to the border with Poland, a Nato country.
What we know about anti-corruption protests in Nepal
Protests in Nepal turned deadly after thousands of youngsters marched against the blocking of social media platforms.