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Now playing Next Cuba Government claims strong turnout in Cuba Assembly vote There had been fears of abstention ahead of the vote as the government struggles with shortages, inflation and growing social unrest. But official figures say some 8 million people - more than 70% of eligible voters - turned out on the day. 27/03/2023
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Now playing Next Libya Shots reportedly fired at rescue ship in Mediterranean The Ocean Viking was responding to a distress call to help a rubber boat carrying migrants off the Libyan coast. 26/03/2023
Now playing Next Italy Record-breaking number of migrants reach Italy in 48 hours An unprecedented amount of migrants have reached Italy in the past two days, crossing one of the most dangerous migration routes in the world. 26/03/2023
Now playing Next Austria Anastasia, the far-right Russian sect moving to Austria Beyond the German-speaking world, there are active members in other European countries, including Portugal and Bulgaria. 26/03/2023
Now playing Next World News Humanity's future depends on how we manage water, says UN head Water action needs to be at the "centre of the global political agenda," UN Secretary-General António Guterres said on Friday at the end of a three-day conference on water resources. 25/03/2023
Now playing Next Destinations Why India’s islands are the perfect place to recharge and relax Did you know that India has more than 1,200 islands? 25/03/2023
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Now playing Next Destinations Visit China’s ‘Venice of the East’ for waterways, nature and gardens This coastal Chinese province is a must for foodies and nature lovers. 23/03/2023
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Now playing Next Destinations Paris is expensive: Here are 9 French destinations to visit instead It may be beautiful, but Paris is crowded and expensive. Here are nine French destinations to try instead. 23/03/2023
Now playing Next United Kingdom 25 injured as docked ship topples over in Scottish port The Scottish Ambulance Service said 15 people were taken to hospital, while 10 others were treated and discharged at the scene. 22/03/2023