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The printed notice that reads, “India, Pakistan and Bangladesh brothers, please don’t ask for a discount,” in a shop in Istanbul. Photo: Screengrab
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'Don't Ask For Discounts' sign for Indians, Pakistanis, and Bangladeshis in Istanbul shop sparks online debate

The footage has sparked widespread discussion, prompting users to reflect on cultural habits, tourism etiquette, and retail experiences abroad

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Runaway sausage dog snagged after 529 days on Australian island

A GOES-16 Solar Ultraviolet Imager image of the sun on May 10. Photo: NOAA
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A strong solar storm heads to Earth. Here's what to know about northern lights

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Man arrested over stealing ex-girlfriend's chicken, sparks online buzz

A 7,000-year-old natural mummy of a female found at the Takarkori rock shelter in southwestern Libya is seen in this handout photo released on April 2, 2025. Photo: Archaeological Mission in the Sahara, Sapienza University of Rome/Handout via REUTERS
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Sahara desert, once lush and green, was home to mysterious human lineage

Photo: Arman Werth
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Wild desert lynx attacks Israeli soldiers in Naqab desert

You think he'd cheer up! The blobfish has been voted the world's ugliest animal. Photo: Rex/Greenpeace
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'World's ugliest animal' is New Zealand's fish of the year

The study states that ChatGPT can experience “anxiety" when given violent prompts which can lead to the chatbot appearing moody towards its users. Photo: Adobe Illustrator
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Can AI feel stressed? Researchers say ChatGPT shows 'anxiety' when talking about trauma

Japanese woman Shitsui Hakoishi, 108, receives Guinness World Record. Photo: BSS
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Japanese barber, 108, crowned world's oldest

Six passengers and six crew [12 total] on board sustained injuries after the aircraft experienced turbulence while airborne over Turkey. File Photo: Collected
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Australian couple traumatised after body placed next to them on flight

Representational image. Photo: Collected
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'Supermum' from Malaysia flies 350km daily to work, says it's cheaper than renting near office

100-million-year-old fossil found in rock on the Isle of Wight. Photo: BBC
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'Stunning' 100-million-year-old fossil found in rock

A Japanese woman interacts with Toko. Photo: EPA
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Toco the human collie opens a 'zoo' where other people can become animals