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Afghanistan, Pakistan held 'useful' peace talks, Kabul says Clashes between the Afghan Taliban and Pakistan reignited in February. Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of harboring hostile militants, which Kabul denies. China has offered to mediate in easing tensions. Virtual Romanian singer goes viral but sparks criticism In Romania, an AI-generated singer inspired by poems about the Roma community has become an overnight success. But critics say her creator is monetizing the woes of a marginalized group without involving its members. Ukraine: Several killed as Russia strikes bus, other targets Meanwhile, Ukrainian drone strikes on Russia and Russian-occupied regions killed at least five, including a 12-year-old boy. Ukraine has been pushing for a ceasefire during the Orthodox Easter, which is later this week. South Korea turns to EU to revive talks with the North Seoul's unification minister has urged Brussels to act as mediator in North-South discussions, but Pyongyang still seems to show little appetite for interaction. Inside India's courts, AI's growing role sparks concern The increasing use of artificial intelligence in courtrooms raises worries that the technology may aggravate bias and structural distortions in the legal system. Why have US-South Africa relations soured? US President Donald Trump wants to sideline South Africa on the world stage. What is his issue with the country and when did things start going south? Can small nuclear reactors solve Europe's energy woes? Supporters say modular reactors are key to meeting energy goals, but critics say they're a costly distraction. Congo joins US list of third-country deportation destinations The DRC said it would "temporarily" receive migrants from the US, becoming the latest African nation to agree to do so. North Korea: Kim's daughter now seen as likely heir — South Seoul's spy service says the North Korean leader's "most beloved" daughter is increasingly seen as a likely successor. Officials say her appearances at military events are meant to normalize the idea of a female heir. Myanmar junta chief elected president — what comes next? The head of the Myanmar's junta Min Aung Hlaing has swapped his uniform for the top civilian office, but the move is unlikely to bring peace or even create distance from the authoritarian system imposed by the 2021 coup. Bombing of Iran's medical infrastructure endangers patients As the US and Israel continue their war with Iran, airstrikes on Iranian pharmaceutical and medical facilities are harming thousands of people who can't get health care, doctors and activists warn. Mediterranean sharks are vanishing in a legal void Along Libya's coast, sharks — including breeding females — are being sold unchecked. With little enforcement and growing financial pressure on fishermen, vulnerable species are spiraling toward extinction. Russians living in exile cope with grief far from home Since the start of the war against Ukraine, many Russians living in exile have been unable to return home for security reasons. Three of them told DW how they cope with the loss of loved ones far from their families.