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Massive police manhunt underway in Germany after 2 people shot dead

The bodies of the two victims, both with gunshot wounds, were found in front of a residential address in Bad Nauheim, a town north of Frankfurt, on Saturday afternoon, Giessen city police said

Thailand arrests Chinese executive in Bangkok building collapse case

According to Thai Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong, the Chinese executive’s arrest was ordered by a court for breaching the Foreign Business Act

Zelenskyy calls for 30-day pause in Russian strikes on civilian targets

Russia and Ukraine on Sunday accused each other of violating an Easter truce announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin. The 30-hour truce had been meant to start Saturday to mark the religious holiday, but Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Russia of keeping up its attacks on the front line.

Going off the rails: Will Trump's trade war with China backfire on US economy?

The ongoing US-China trade war has caused growing concern with economists warning it could push the US into recession. Trump's tough stance including steep tariffs, is hitting American consumers harder than China. Despite internal challenges, China has shown resilience, leveraging rare earths and tightening regional ties particularly with Vietnam. While Trump anticipates China will cave, the situation risks hurting US economic interests more with China's political stability providing a strategic advantage in the face of ongoing tensions.

‘Won’t capitulate to demand to end war:’ Netanyahu declares as he blasts Hamas for rejecting proposal

In his address, the Israeli PM reiterated his commitment to prevent Iran from going nuclear. He also attacked his critics for accusing him of failing to strike Iranian nuclear sites

Trump's economic approval nosedives, reaches historic low in survey

The survey of 1,000 Americans showed a record 51 per cent of respondents disapproved of Trump’s handling of presidency, with just 44 per cent approving. On the economic front, 55 per cent of respondents said they didn’t approve of Trump’s radical policies

India’s concerns lead to cancellation of Pakistan-Sri Lanka naval drills off Trincomalee

In the last few years, India has been focusing on extending assistance to Sri Lanka in developing Trincomalee’s energy infrastructure. India is especially looking at revitalising the oil tank farms in Trincomalee that has one of the finest natural harbours in the world.

Hezbollah affirms it 'won't let anyone disarm' it amid US pressure on Beirut

Hezbollah, long a dominant force in Lebanese politics, was left weakened by more than a year of hostilities with Israel sparked by the Gaza war, including an Israeli ground incursion and two months of heavy bombardment that decimated the group's leadership

US Committee alleges Nvidia chips likely used in CCP’s Uyghur surveillance, DeepSeek

The US House Select Committee on China has accused Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang of exploiting regulatory loopholes to export advanced chips to China. In its report, the committee claimed China developed its chatbot DeepSeek “using over 60,000 Nvidia chips

Trump says US will 'move on very shortly' if Ukraine peace deal isn't reached

Trump said negotiations between Ukraine and Russia are “coming to a head” and insisted that neither side is “playing” him in his push to end the grinding war.

Gunfire at Florida State University: Suspect in custody after deadly campus shooting

The university issued a midday alert warning of an active shooter on campus. Police quickly arrived and began securing the area, sweeping buildings room by room to ensure student and staff safety

‘Aim is to sow chaos and fear:’ Indian student sues Trump administration over deportation threat

The lawsuit has been filed by Indian student Chinmay Deore, along with two students from China and one from Nepal. Chinmay studies at Wayne State University. In the lawsuit, the students have alleged that their legal status within the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) was "illegally terminated" without any explanation

Fed Chair Powell warns Trump tariffs may fuel inflation, force bank into tough trade-off

Fed Chair Jerome Powell on Wednesday warned Donald Trump’s tariffs are expected to drive up prices and slow economic growth, potentially forcing the Federal Reserve to choose between curbing inflation and preserving jobs

What are the different kinds of rare earth minerals and what are they used for?

Despite the name, most REEs are not particularly rare. They were called "rare-earth elements" because, when they were discovered in the 18th and 19th centuries, they were found in minerals called "earths"—a term used then for substances that didn’t break down further with heat

South Korea's presidential candidate Lee Jae-myung vows to end 'Korea Discount' era, boost stock market

The 'Korea Discount' refers to the lower valuations that South Korean companies typically trade on relative to their global peers partly due to the dominance of family-owned conglomerates, which have been criticised for putting their interests ahead of other shareholders

China warns nations against 'appeasing' US in trade deals

Beijing was responding to reports that the US will pressure other nations to restrict trade with China.

Ukraine reports many Russian drone attacks after truce ends

Air raid alerts are issued for Kyiv and other regions as blasts are reported in Mykolaiv, a southern city.

Three Haitian soldiers killed in ambush amid worsening gang violence

Haiti's government stated in a post on the social networking site X that the troops died 'on the front line... weapons in hand'

Watch | JD Vance arrives in India, gets ceremonial guard of honour

In the latest high-level exchange between India and the United States, US Vice President JD Vance has arrived in India on his first visit to the country

Trade talks with Modi, visit to Taj Mahal and more… What’s on JD Vance’s agenda during 4-day India visit?

After over a decade, India will welcome a US vice president, as JD Vance begins his four-day visit. Vance has a packed schedule — following a visit to the Akshardham temple, he will meet with PM Narendra Modi to discuss the bilateral trade agreement between Washington and New Delhi. The US vice president, his wife, Usha, and three children will also travel to Jaipur and Agra to visit the Amer Fort and the Taj Mahal

US airstrikes in Yemen kill 12, wound 30 amid intensified campaign against Houthi rebels

U.S. airstrikes in Yemen's capital killed 12 and wounded 30, targeting Houthi rebels. The strikes, part of an intensified campaign, also hit other regions.

Nine-year-old dies as Australia weekend drowning toll rises to seven

The majority of deaths were caused by strong swells washing people into the ocean from rocks.

China vows to retaliate against countries that make trade deals with US at its expense

China opposes countries making trade deals with the US at its expense, warning of countermeasures. China faces up to 145 percent tariffs, while imposing 125 percent duties on US goods.

Ukraine's Zelenskyy accuses Russia of violating Easter ceasefire with continued attacks

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy accused Russia of violating an Easter ceasefire despite Putin's declaration, reporting continued shelling and drone strikes. Russia denied the claims

Hegseth under fire for sharing sensitive Yemen strike details on second Signal chat

U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth shared sensitive Yemen strike details in a Signal chat with his wife, brother, and lawyer, raising concerns about unclassified messaging use.

El Salvador offers Venezuela prisoner swap involving US deportees

El Salvador proposes exchanging 252 US-deported Venezuelans for the same number of "political prisoners" in Venezuela.

Deadly storm unleashes tornadoes, floods in Texas and Oklahoma, leaving three dead

A slow-moving storm brought heavy rain, hail, and tornadoes to Texas and Oklahoma, leaving three dead. Severe weather warnings continue in the south-central and Midwest U.S.

Israel says Gaza medics’ killing a ‘mistake’, to dismiss commander

An Israeli report admits mistakes led to the deaths of 15 health workers in Gaza.

Israeli probe finds 'professional failures' in Gaza attack that killed 15 Palestinian medics

An Israeli inquiry into the killing of 15 Palestinian medics in Gaza found "professional failures," leading to a deputy commander's sacking. The Red Cross called it the bloodiest attack on its staff in eight years.

JD Vance in India: Meeting with PM Modi at 6.30 pm, bilateral trade talks in focus

Vice President JD Vance of the United States has left Rome for his first official trip to India from April 21 to April 24. He will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and visit Jaipur and Agra.

El Salvador’s Bukele offers to return 252 Venezuelans for political prisoners in bold diplomatic move

Last month, the administration of President Donald Trump deported at least 200 Venezuelans from the United States to El Salvador, accusing them of being members of the Tren de Aragua criminal gang

US Defence Secretary accused of sharing Yemen strike details in chat

Flight schedules for F/A-18 Hornets targeting Yemen were leaked.

A death every three minutes: Why India's roads are among the world's deadliest

India's roads claimed over 172,000 lives in 2023 - averaging 474 deaths daily, or one every three minutes.

Could an almighty eruption destroy a dreamy Greek island?

Scientists are investigating for the first time how dangerous the island's next big one could be.

Could AI text alerts help save snow leopards from extinction?

In Pakistan, it's hoped newly-developed AI cameras could warn villagers via text to move their livestock if snow leopards enter the area.

Thieves took their iPhones – Apple won’t give their digital lives back

When iPhones are stolen, savvy thieves can lock owners out of their Apple accounts.

Ten women, one guy: The risk-taking dating show that stirred Ethiopia

Ethiopia's answer to The Bachelor has prompted discussions about dating norms in the conservative country.

'Professional failures' led to killing of Gaza medics, IDF inquiry says

Fourteen emergency workers and a UN worker were killed when the Israeli military opened fire on a convoy of vehicles in Gaza last month.

Pet turtle found alive weeks after tornado: ‘Oh my gosh, that’s Myrtle’

Tiffany Emmanuel and her family ran from the house and were gutted to leave their pets.

Salmon given antianxiety drugs take more risks, study finds

Young salmon in central Sweden must endure a gauntlet to migrate to the Baltic.

Santa lives in Rovaniemi, Finland. Some of his neighbours are not thrilled

New York Times: A tourist season that runs October to March can be anything but jolly.

Pacific nations split, as NZ abstains vote from global shipping emissions pledge

The deal was 10 years in the making and covers the vast majority of the world's commercial shipping.

US says it would welcome extension of Russia’s Easter ceasefire in Ukraine

The U.S. State Department said on Sunday it would welcome the extension beyond Sunday of a oneday Easter ceasefire declared by Russian President Vladimir Putin even as the Kremlin said earlier there was no order for an extension.

South African politician condemned for visiting fugitive pastor

Top MK official Floyd Shivambu attended an Easter service at Shepherd Bushiri's church in Malawi.

Sports officials fear organised crime risks corrupting New Zealand athletes

The Sport Integrity Commission has sought advice from Interpol on organised crime.

North Korea hits out at Trump’s easing of US arms export rules, says it will ‘expand wars’

North Korea accused the US of using the wars as an opportunity to expand its influence and ramp up weapons exports, alleging that much of the equipment was ending up in the hands of "war maniacs" across Europe and the West Asia region

In US-Iran nuclear talks, Russia takes the centre stage

A concrete progress in the US-Iran talks is unlikely until Tehran is given solid assurances from external parties, especially after the 2018 setback when Washington withdrew from the 2015 nuclear pact unilaterally during Trump’s first term

‘Weak and ineffective’: Trump lashes out at judges after Court blocks migrant deportation plan

Trump, on his Truth Social platform, slammed the "WEAK and INEFFECTIVE Judges and Law Enforcement Officials who are allowing this sinister attack on Nation to continue, an attack so violent that it will never be forgotten!"

‘A terrifying time’: Trans activists rally in London after UK Supreme Court ruling on definition of women

Saturday's demonstration in London echoed similar rallies held across the UK in recent months, as trans rights activists continue to push back against what they describe as a sustained rollback of hard-won legal and social protections

A decade later, China’s BRI vision in Pakistan stumbles amid debt, security fears & poor governance

The CPEC initiative is way behind schedule. At least 31 projects, valued at more than $22 billion, have yet to begin. While Islamabad pitches a CPEC 2.0 to its citizens, Beijing has not committed to any major new investments in the country

Digital sabre-rattling: In a world on edge, cybersecurity may be the next line of defence

As global tensions rise, experts warn that cyberattacks could disrupt critical systems and escalate into conflict. Despite the growing threat, President Trump has cut cybersecurity staff and funding, raising concerns about America’s digital defences. Meanwhile, US adversaries — including China, Russia, Iran and North Korea — are stepping up cyber cooperation, adding fears of a broader digital arms race.

IDF dismisses officer for ‘professional failures’ over death of 15 rescue workers in Gaza

The IDF probe found that the deputy commander mistakenly believed the convoy of ambulances belonged to Hamas militants due to “poor night visibility”

Girl, 14, killed by lion in Kenya

The child was snatched from a residential compound on a ranch next to Nairobi National Park, the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) said.

Congo suspends former President Kabila’s party, orders asset seizure over alleged M23 rebel links

Democratic Republic of Congo suspended former President Joseph Kabila's political party and ordered his assets seized over accusations of supporting Rwandanbacked rebels in the east, the government said.

Trump’s draft order proposes radical overhaul of State Department and foreign diplomacy

The draft order, already in circulation among diplomats stationed abroad, calls for the dismantling of entire bureaus— those overseeing climate policy, refugee coordination, international organisations, global women's issues and democracy promotion

China explodes massive non-nuclear hydrogen bomb that can melt high-value targets: Report

The chain reaction reportedly produced a fireball exceeding 1,000 degrees Celsius lasting more than two seconds. The device can be deployed when situation demands covering a large area with intense heat and focusing its power on high-value targets to destroy them

China calls for peace amid DRC insurgency – but only to protect its billions invested in mining

China is thought to be especially concerned about instability in South Kivu, where many Chinese-linked mining operations— including illegal ones— are reported to operate.

Pope wishes worshippers Happy Easter after serious illness

Pope Francis, who has been recovering after his release from hospital, appeared in St Peter's Square on Easter Sunday.

Pope Francis condemns anti-Semitism, calls for Gaza ceasefire

Pope Francis reiterated his call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza in an Easter Sunday message read aloud by an aide as the pontiff, still recovering from pneumonia, looked on during a brief appearance on the main balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica.

DR Congo bans ex-president's party over alleged rebel links

Joseph Kabila has reportedly returned to the country after spending two years in South Africa.

Israel-Hamas war: Mediator Qatar 'frustrated' by slow pace of Gaza ceasefire talks

Qatar, alongside the United States and Egypt, had earlier mediated a truce in Gaza between Israel and Hamas that took effect on January 19, largely halting over a year of conflict. That deal is no longer in place as hostilities have resumed

Nasa’s oldest active astronaut returns to Earth on 70th birthday

Nasa’s oldest active astronaut, Don Pettit, returns to Earth on his 70th birthday.

Opposition figures in Tunisia sentenced up to 66 years in prison in historic mass trial

Activists called the case baseless and politically motivated. Tunisian President Kais Saied has rolled back many freedoms the North African country gained after spawning the Arab Spring pro-democracy uprisings in 2011

Rosenberg: Is Putin's 'Easter truce' cause for scepticism or chance for peace?

Ukraine and Russia have accused each other of violating a 30-hour truce, but it comes as diplomatic efforts pick up, Russia Editor Steve Rosenberg writes.

BNP leader hits out at Sheikh Hasina, says she would have merged Bangladesh with India

Dudu’s remarks come amid heightened tensions between the interim Bangladeshi government and India, following the reported killing of a prominent Hindu leader in Dinajpur district, about 330 kilometers northwest of Dhaka

Macron might beat Trump to a UK state visit as Starmer govt navigates US-EU tussle: Report

French President Emmanuel Macron will reportedly be given a state visit to the UK before Donald Trump's expected trip in September. While this will be Marcon's first state visit to the UK, it will be Trump's second after he received an invitation from King Charles III in February

Man stabbed to death on Melbourne’s Chapel St on Easter Sunday morning

Police believe up to six people were involved in the altercation.

Trump's trade war has reshaped Canada's election battle: Here's what's happening

Trump's 25 per cent duties, and Ottawa's promised retaliatory levies, land squarely on an economy already punished by record house prices. Amid this, the snap election that was expected to favour Conservatives' Pierre Poilievre seems to be leaning towards current PM Mark Carney

DHL suspends high value US deliveries over tariffs

The postal giant will stop shipping packages to American consumers after a rise in red tape at customs.

DR Congo suspends Kabila's party amid allegations of insurrection and M23 support

The Democratic Republic of Congo has suspended Joseph Kabila's political party, PPRD, accusing him of backing the M23 armed group. Kabila's properties were raided, and legal action is being pursued.

Putin attends Easter service amid ongoing Ukraine conflict

Hours after declaring a unilateral Easter ceasefire that Kyiv said was just words as fighting continued, Putin and Sobyanin stood in Moscow's main church, the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, while Kirill led a procession

Watch: Pope blesses crowd as Easter celebrated worldwide

The most important date in the Christian calendar is being marked around the world.

Deepwater Horizon's lingering impact: Health lawsuits struggle, restoration projects stalled, and new drilling looms

Conservation groups say the spill catalyzed innovative restoration work across the Gulf Coast, but are alarmed at the recent halt of a flagship land-creation project in Louisiana

Kulbhushan Jadhav case: Despite ICJ ruling, Pakistan govt denies Indian national right to appeal

Pakistan's defence ministry told the country's Supreme Court that Indian national Kulbhushan Jadhav was not given the right to appeal against his death sentence since the 2019 International Court of Justice verdict only demanded Islamabad grant India consular access to Jadhav

This Week in Explainers: Inside Elon Musk’s big scheme to father more children

Elon Musk has 14 children and he wants more. Wonder why. It is reportedly his big plan to stop the collapse of the civilisation with a ‘legion’ of genetically gifted offspring. We talk about this, Trump’s fight with Harvard, and tariffs (of course) in our weekly wrap

Britain urges Russia to commit to full ceasefire in Ukraine, not just a one-day pause

Britain urges Russia to commit to a full ceasefire in Ukraine, beyond Putin's 30-hour Easter pause, emphasizing the need for lasting peace.

US efforts to block chip exports to China may backfire, experts warn

The United States had already restricted exports to China, the world's biggest buyer of chips, of Nvidia's most sophisticated graphics processing units (GPUs), designed to power top-end artificial intelligence models

Canada's election sees record turnout amid tensions with US

High early turnout in Canada's election shows 'enthusiasm for the ballot' amid US tensions. Over two million Canadians voted early, a 36% increase from 2021. Liberals lead with 44% support.

Notorious serial killer Rodney Cameron dies at Sydney hospital aged 72

Cameron was serving a life sentence for multiple murders since the 1970s.

Oldest serving US astronaut returns to Earth on 70th birthday

A capsule with Don Pettit and his two Russian crewmates lands in Kazakhstan after a space station mission.

UK's Rachel Reeves dismisses idea of cutting trade ties with China amid reports of US pressure

UK's Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves said it would be 'foolish' to disengage with China amid concerns that the US could pressure the Starmer administration to limit its trade with Beijing

Zelenskyy's forces observe Putin's surprise truce amid sirens and fighting

Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy agreed to a surprise Easter truce announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin, but accused Russia of breaking it. Both nations exchanged over 240 prisoners.

Ecuador put on 'maximum alert' over alleged assassination plot against recently reelected president

Noboa won the race in an April 13 runoff vote, but his main rival Luisa Gonzalez has accused him of committing "grotesque electoral fraud"

Thousands march against Trump in major cities across America

Many took aim at Trump's deportations of undocumented migrants, chanting 'No ICE, no fear, immigrants are welcome here,' a reference to the role of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency in rounding up migrants

US airstrikes hit Yemen's Sanaa and Hodeida amid escalating conflict with Houthi rebels

Thursday's strike hit the port of Ras Isa, also in Hodeida province, killing 74 people and wounding 171 others, according to the Houthi-run health ministry. It was the deadliest strike in the U.S. ongoing bombing campaign on the Iranian-backed rebels

Gunmen shoot 12 dead at Ecuador cockfight

Gunmen in fake army uniforms opened fire at a cockfighting ring, in a suspected gang-related attack.

Bangladesh parliament reform: Women's Commission pushes for 600 seats

The Women's Affairs Reform Commission of Bangladesh proposed increasing parliamentary seats to 600, with one general and one reserved for women per constituency.

Thousands join anti-Trump protests across US

Demonstrations, taking place on the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolutionary War, addressed a range of grievances.

Inside the rural Texas town where Elon Musk is basing his business empire

The tycoon and Donald Trump adviser has moved his businesses from California to a mostly rural central Texas county.

Police algorithm said Lina was at 'medium' risk. Then she was killed

Spanish police use an algorithm to assess the risk of repeat domestic violence. Does it work?

Ukraine claims 'heavy shelling' by Russia after Easter truce announcement

Zelenskyy's statement came after Putin announced a 30-hour ceasefire in Ukraine starting 6:00 pm on Saturday, April 19 (Moscow time)

Pakistan, Afghanistan agree not to allow their soil to be used for terror attacks against each other

Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed on Saturday to not allow the use of their territories for any terror attacks against each other as the leaders of the two nations met in Kabul to rebuild ties unsettled due to militancy and expulsion of Afghan refugees.

Chewing gum and quick thinking: How FSU students evaded the shooter

Several stories have emerged revealing how students facing life-threatening situation found creative ways to survive, including using chewing gums to stick paper to windows

Russia and Ukraine conduct largest prisoner swap since war began

Russia and Ukraine swapped hundreds of prisoners in the largest exchange since the Russian full-scale invasion started over three years ago.

Putin announces 30-hour Easter ceasefire in Ukraine, asks Kyiv to show goodwill

The ceasefire will last 30 hours starting 6:00 pm on Saturday, April 19 (Moscow time). However, Putin cautioned Russian forces regarding potential violations of the ceasefire by Ukrainian forces during the 30-hour halt

Iran, US conclude second round of nuclear talks in Rome, next meeting set for April 26

A second round of negotiations between Iran and the United States over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program ended Saturday after several hours of talks, Iranian and American officials said.

PM Modi to visit Saudi Arabia next week, to meet Mohammed bin Salman

India and Saudi Arabia share close and friendly ties with a long history of socio-cultural and trade contacts. As strategic partners, the two countries share strong bilateral relations across various areas, including political, defence, security, trade, investment, energy, technology, health, education, culture and people-to-people ties

Earth's poles may shift and it's our fault, warns alarming study

The study, published in March in the journal Geophysical Research Letters, says the dramatic ice melt would redistribute the ocean mass around the globe, which could lead to a change in the planet's axis of rotation

TikTok made me do it: Viral Dubai chocolate sparks global pistachio supply crunch

The viral Dubai chocolate, made of pistachio, shredded pastry, and milk chocolate, was launched by Emirati chocolatier FIX in 2021. Two years later, a post on TikTok turned the bars into a global sensation, amassing over 120 million views and driving up its demand

‘Violence, crime, kidnapping:’ US issues travel advisory for Bangladesh amid unrest

Political violence has increased in Bangladesh under the watch of the interim government, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus. The US advisory coincides with the brutal killing of a prominent Hindu leader in Dinajpur district in north Bangladesh

Russia says its forces have recaptured Oleshnya village from Ukrainian troops

Russian and North Korean soldiers have nearly deprived Kyiv of a key bargaining chip by retaking most of the region, where Ukrainian troops staged a surprise incursion last year.

India-origin man charged in Singapore after he 'ran naked and slashed' a person

R Nadhiban was ordered to be remanded at the Institute of Mental Health for medical examination. His case will be brought up before the courts again on May 2

Ecuador on 'maximum alert' after govt foils alleged assassination plot against President Daniel Noboa

Although it has not named anyone in its report, the government has claimed that the assassination plot was hatched by "criminal structures in complicity with political sectors defeated at the polls"

Italy court upholds sentences for Pakistani parents who killed 18 YO after she refused to marry her cousin

An Italian court upheld life sentences for Pakistani parents who killed their daughter, Saman Abbas after she refused to marry her older cousin

Robots race in Chinese half marathon

The Yizhuang half marathon is the first time robots have raced alongside humans over such a distance.

'It was an honour...': Musk says he will visit India later this year after talks with PM Modi

Elon Musk has announced plans to visit India later this year after a phone call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi about working together on technology and innovation.

'Live up to your responsibility of protecting minorities': India condemns murder of Hindu leader in Bangladesh

Bhabesh Chandra Roy was killed on Thursday after he was abducted from his home. He served as the vice president of the Biral unit of the Bangladesh Puja Udjapan Parishad and was a well-known figure in the minority Hindu community in the country

Scientists find new colour that has never been seen before, call it 'olo'

While they cannot really describe the properties of the shade they saw, five people have said that it was sort of " blue-green", but they added that this description does not capture the full essence of their experience

RSF raid on Zamzam Camp leaves 300 dead, sparks humanitarian catastrophe in Darfur

Najlaa Ahmed described the RSF's attack on Darfur's Zamzam camp, causing 300 deaths and 400,000 to flee. Survivors reported arson, executions, and severe shortages.

Pakistan FM arrives in Kabul as Islamabad evicts Afghan migrants under mass deportation drive

Pakistan’s foreign minister visited Kabul on Saturday to meet Taliban leaders, just days after Islamabad expelled over 85,000 Afghan migrants, many of them children, in a strict deportation drive.

Tunisian court hands down harsh sentences to opposition leaders

Forty people, including high-profile politicians, businessmen and journalists, were being prosecuted in the case. More than 20 have fled abroad since being charged

Trump's tariffs plan could destabilize US economy, economists warn

Trump has repeatedly said he wants rate cuts now to help stimulate economic growth as he rolls out his tariff plans, and has threatened to fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell if he does not comply, putting the bank and the White House on a collision course that analysts warn could destabilize US financial markets

US Supreme Court blocks Trump's bid to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members

The Supreme Court had earlier noted that deportations are only possible if the ones who are supposed to be removed from the US have the chance to argue their case in court and were given “a reasonable time” to contest their pending removals

US and Iran set to resume nuclear talks in Rome amid military threats

Iran and the US will hold indirect nuclear talks in Rome, mediated by Oman, amid Trump's military threats. Iran's Abbas Araqchi and Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff will attend.

Trump administration slashes funding for Native American boarding school research projects by $1.6 Million

Federal funding cuts under President Trump slashed $1.6 million for Indigenous boarding school abuse projects. The National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition lost $282,000.

Ukraine slaps sanctions on 3 Chinese firms for 'making missiles for Russia'

The Ukrainian government has added Beijing Aviation And Aerospace Xianghui Technology, Rui Jin Machinery and Zhongfu Shenying Carbon Fiber Xining to its list of sanctioned entities. All of these companies are reportedly registered in China

Death toll rises to 80 as US strikes obliterates Yemen’s Ras Isa fuel port, Houthis vow to retaliate

The death toll from the US strike on Yemen's Ras Isa fuel port rose to 80 as Houthis vowed to retaliate against American aggression. Meanwhile, Iran, which will hold round 2 talks with the US, condemned the Trump administration and called the attack barbaric

Indian student caught in crossfire, killed by stray bullet in Canada's Ontario

A 21-year-old Indian student was shot and killed in Canada after being hit by a stray bullet while waiting at a bus stop. Harsimrat Randhawa, a student at Mohawk College in Hamilton, Ontario, was on her way to work when the incident happened.

Kiwi team rebury Anzac remains exposed by Gallipoli wildfires, flooding

The human remains were unearthed after wildfires last August exposed World War I trenches.

Goodbye Toblerone? 'Dubai Chocolate' steals spotlight in UK

Dark chocolate Toblerone has been discontinued in the UK after Dubai's viral pistachio chocolate take over taste buds. Toblerone's exit from the UK confectionery market follows Mars Delight, Cadbury Dream and Rowntree’s Texan, which have been discontinued over the years

US airstrike on Houthi-Held Yemen port kills over 70 in major escalation

A U.S. airstrike on Yemen's Houthi-controlled Ras Isa port killed over 70 people, targeting fuel supplies and escalating Trump's campaign, impacting daily life in the area.

‘He’s not coming back': White House 'fixes' NYT headline on wrongly deported man

The White House took a swipe at The New York Times and Senator Chris Van Hollen on Friday, editing a headline in bold red to send a strong message. The clash centres around a deported migrant linked to a gang and a senator's visit to a prison in El Salvador.

Judge blocks Trump admin's passport policy banning 'X' gender marker for nonbinary people

A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Trump administration policy that would ban the use of the “X” gender marker on passports, siding with the ACLU’s lawsuit arguing the rule discriminates against transgender and nonbinary Americans.

Iran says nuclear deal possible with US, but only with realism

Iran told the United States in talks last week it was ready to accept some limits on its uranium enrichment but needed water-tight guarantees that President Donald Trump would not again ditch a nuclear pact, a senior Iranian official said on Friday

India now has a waqf law, how Islamic countries regulate such properties

A comparison of the new Indian waqf law shows most of its provisions overlap with those of major Muslim-majority countries, such as Saudi Arabia or Qatar

Half a million US weapons left in Afghanistan sold to militant groups affiliated with al-Qaeda: Report

A latest report revealed that 50 per cent of American weapons left in Afghanistan during the Taliban takeover have been 'sold, smuggled and lost' in the hands of militant groups. The UN raised alarms that around half a million weapons have reached the hands of al-Qaeda affiliates

US may recognise Crimea Putin annexed in 2014 as part of Russia under Ukraine peace plan: Report

The United States is open to recognising Russian control of Crimea as part of a potential peace deal with Ukraine, according to a CNN report. The proposal, which includes an immediate ceasefire, was recently shared with Ukrainian and European officials in Paris. Talks are expected to continue next week in London.

US to withdraw thousands of troops from Syria, bringing number down to 1,000

Washington has had troops in Syria for years as part of international efforts against the Islamic State (IS) group, which rose out of the chaos of the country's civil war to seize swaths of territory there and in neighboring Iraq over a decade ago

Death toll in DR Congo boat fire rises to 143 as search for dozens continues

Hundreds of passengers were crowded onto a wooden boat on the Congo River in northwest DRC on Tuesday when the blaze broke out

US VP JD Vance meets Italian premier in Rome amid tariffs talks, attends Good Friday services at the Vatican

Vance, a Catholic convert, later attended Good Friday services with his wife and three children in St. Peter's Basilica and was scheduled to meet Saturday with the Vatican secretary of state, Cardinal Pietro Parolin

‘Guns don’t shoot’: Trump unfazed in his love for firearms despite bids on life, Florida mass shooting

Gun violence and gun rights have been passionate debates in American society. People have made documentaries, drafted bills, made it their election agenda and learnt to live with both. President Trump sees guns as a means to stop violence

Trump's White House blames China for COVID-19 origins, criticises WHO and US health officials

China's government says it supports and has taken part in research to determine COVID-19's origin, and has accused Washington of politicizing the matter, especially because of efforts by U.S. intelligence agencies to investigate

‘Will shine light on truth:’ US releases 10,000 pages of records about Robert F. Kennedy’s assassination

In a statement, the US Director of National Intelligence (DNI) said the release of the RFK files will “shine a long-overdue light on the truth.” The recent disclosure comes in a series of revelations of national secrets ordered by President Donald Trump

6 signs that Iran-US nuclear deal is coming soon

US President Donald Trump has threatened to attack Iran if it does not agree on a deal with the United States over its nuclear programme, which Iran says is peaceful but the West says is aimed at building an atomic bomb.

50% of international students in US who faced visa revocation are from India: Lawyers’ association

At least 1,024 students in US have had their visas revoked or their legal status cancelled in less than a month. The move has prompted a slew of lawsuits by the students, who allege they were denied due process

Xi in Cambodia: A message of 'loss and humiliation' for US amid Trump's tariff war

Phnom Penh is a close partner of China, which has invested billions of dollars in projects including roads and airports, and is the country's largest creditor.

In Trump’s taunt at Fed chief, real aim could be a 1935 precedent that keeps US institutions independent

Ironically, it was Trump himself who nominated Powell to lead the Fed in 2017. Then in 2021, he was re-nominated by then-President Joe Biden. His term is scheduled to end next year in May but Trump wants him out and even insists that he has the power to do so

Amid Trump’s tariff blitz, China scrambles to forge national unity and counter western pressure

As the trade war intensifies with unprecedented tariffs, China is rethinking its border security, ethnic policies and national identity to safeguard its sovereignty against growing Western challenges

India stands tall among global ruins of stock markets as Trump fires tariff salvos

Among 16 major markets globally, India is the only equity market where stocks have not just recovered their initial losses suffered right after the announcement but also recorded growth beyond pre-announcement levels

Bluey's mum actor: My voice never gets recognised

BBC Newsround's presenter Ricky Boleto speaks to the voice actor who plays Bluey's mum, Chilli.

Khalistani terrorist Happy Passia arrested in US, FBI exposes Pakistan’s ISI link in its statement

The FBI and the US immigration authorities arrested absconding gangster and terrorist Harpreet Singh, also known as Happy Passia, in Sacramento. In its statement, the FBI said Happy Passia had links with Pakistan Army's ISI.

Chipmaker giant Nvidia in the crosshairs of Trump-China trade war

Chipmaking giant Nvidia has found itself being hit from all sides in the US-China trade war. While the Trump administration's export controls have caused the company loss to the tune of $5.5 billion, a China-focussed Congressional committee has essentially accused the company of colluding with China to power the country's artificial intelligence (AI) boom.

China says new US port fees would be 'detrimental to all parties'

Under the new cargo ship rules, Chinese ships will be required to pay a fee per tonnage or container. The fee will be applied only to Chinese-linked ships’ US voyage, and not at each port as some in the industry had worried

China rejects Zelenskyy's claim of arms supply in Ukraine war

China has portrayed itself as a neutral party in the three-year war, despite criticism from Western governments that its close ties to Russia have given Moscow crucial economic and diplomatic support

Watch: Olympic legend leaves parents in her dust at school sports day

The third-fastest woman in history, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, took part in sports day at her son's school in Jamaica.

Pakistan: Mobs frustrated over Israel’s war in Gaza attack KFC outlets across cities, 178 arrested

Pakistani authorities have arrested dozens of individuals in recent weeks following a wave of more than 10 mob attacks targeting KFC outlets across the country. The violence has been fuelled by growing anti-US sentiment and public outrage over America’s support for Israel amid its ongoing war in Gaza.

'We’ve other priorities as well': Trump frustrated with Ukraine peace talks? Rubio drops a hint

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that the Trump administration may soon abandon Ukraine-Russia peace talks if it concludes that a ceasefire is not doable

Gaza conflict: Former Israeli soldiers drop letter-bomb on Netanyahu govt with a call to end war

Nearly 1,000 Israeli Air Force veterans signed an open letter last week urging an end to the war in Gaza, prompting a swift response from the military, which warned that any active reservists involved would face dismissal.

Looking beyond Bhopal: India may ease liability laws to attract foreign firms for nuclear power, says report

India is planning to ease its nuclear liability laws by capping accident-related penalties for equipment suppliers, in an effort to attract US companies. The move aims to address concerns over unlimited liability under the current law.

Hamas steps back on hostages to end war but Israel may be preparing for a long-term stay in Gaza

While Hamas offered to release all the remaining Israeli hostages, it has rejected Israel's demand to disarm after the war ends. At the same time, Israel is showing signs that suggest it is not leaving Gaza anytime soon

‘An attempt to justify terror’: Ukraine responds to Russia’s statement on Kusum pharma strike

Ukraine has rejected Russia’s claim over the missile strike on an Indian pharma company's warehouse, calling Moscow’s justification 'cynical' and 'legally untenable'.

PM Modi speaks to Elon Musk, discusses ‘immense potential for collaboration’ in tech, innovation

Following a conversation with US President Donald Trump's ally Elon Musk, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said they discussed the ‘immense potential for collaboration’ in technology and innovation

Putin vs press: As Russia jails 4 journos linked to Navalny group, a timeline of crackdown on scribes

The convictions of four journalists signal a broader strategy by Russian authorities to criminalise independent reporting through the application of anti-extremism laws

Trump's tariffs to weaken global growth, raise inflation, warns IMF chief

US President Donald Trump's tariffs will weaken global growth and raise inflation, but not necessarily cause a global recession, according to International Monetary Fund (IMF) chief Kristalina Georgieva

US growing out of religion? 1 in 3 Gen-Z and millennials say ‘not religious’: Gallup poll

A Gallup study found that 34 per cent of Gen Z respondents and 30 per cent of the surveyed millennials do not follow any religion

‘People aren't gonna buy’: Trump hints at possible end of tariff war, delay in TikTok deal

On Thursday, US President Donald Trump indicated a potential cessation of the ongoing tariff escalations between the United States and China, which have unsettled global markets. Read more to find out about the possible political and economic implications.

Who was Akinyela Sawa Taylor, knife-wielding man shot dead for attempting to hijack plane in Belize?

Following the shocking attempt to hijack a domestic plane in Belize, police have identified 49-year-old American citizen Akinyela Sawa Taylor as the man behind the attack. Taylor pulled a knife shortly after takeoff and went on a stabbing spree, injuring three people, including a pilot. The man, believed to be a military veteran, was shot dead by an injured passenger before it landed safely

‘Case exposes a wide fissure’: US judge extends ban on Musk-led Doge’s access to personal data

A federal judge on Thursday (17 April) issued a preliminary injunction that continues to block aides of billionaire Elon Musk from accessing sensitive personal data on millions of Americans stored in the Social Security Administration’s computer systems.

The Russia-Ukraine energy ceasefire that never was ends: Kyiv says Moscow violated it 30 times

Even as Russia appears set to refuse to renew the 30-day ceasefire regarding energy infrastructure, Ukraine has said that the ceasefire was never implemented and Russia conducted 30 attacks on its energy facilities during the truce

New Trump move against China: Port fees on Beijing-built or operated ships to boost US industry

Chinese ships will be required to pay a fee per tonnage or container. For Chinese-built ships, the fee starts at $18 per net ton (NT) or $120 per container, meaning a ship with 15,000 containers could incur a fee of $1.8 million

38 killed as US strikes key Yemen fuel port used by Houthis; 102 injured, says rebel-run media

The US military said it destroyed a key fuel port in Yemen used by the Houthi rebels, as part of its ongoing strikes in the Middle East. Houthi-run media reported that 38 people were killed and over 100 injured in the attack.

Russia removes terror group designation on Taliban, ends official ban

The Russian court’s move was a diplomatic victory for the Taliban, who were put on Moscow’s list of terrorist organisations in 2003, making any contact with them punishable under Russian law

Bangladesh demands apology from Pakistan for 1971 atrocities, $4.3 bn reparation in first diplomatic talks in 15 years

Bangladesh raised long-standing issues and demanded a public apology from Pakistan for the 1971 atrocities during their first foreign secretary-level talks in 15 years, held in Dhaka on Thursday. Bangladesh also requested $4.3 billion in reparations from Pakistan as its share of joint assets from when East Pakistan became an independent nation.

UnitedHealthcare CEO murder: Luigi Mangione, formally indicted, could become first to face death penalty under Trump 2.0

Mangione, 26, is already facing state murder and weapons charges in New York, which does not have the death penalty. The federal indictment does not include new charges but raises the stakes for Mangione, who has pleaded not guilty to the state charges

Macron hosts Ukraine ceasefire talks with Rubio, his office says 'Europeans are involved'

France on Thursday praised high-level talks in Paris on the Ukraine war, calling it an “excellent meeting” as top US and European officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, discussed a new push for peace.

‘Don’t hold Zelenskyy responsible...’: Trump changes tune on who triggered Putin to invade Ukraine

Trump said that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is 'not responsible' for the war but added that 'he did not do a great job'. The US president has also said that a mineral deal with Ukraine is coming 'soon'

'Terrible thing, but a gun doesn't do the shooting': Trump after Florida incident

While he dubbed the shooting incident as 'terrible', Trump said that he does not plan to introduce stricter gun laws and will 'protect' the Second Amendment of the Constitution. The shooting at Florida State University has left two people dead

Hamas offers to release all remaining hostages for permanent Gaza ceasefire

The Palestinian group has offered to negotiate a "comprehensive package" that would release all the remaining hostages in its custody in return for an end to the Gaza war, the release of Palestinians jailed by Israel, and the reconstruction of Gaza

US citizen hijacks plane in Belize, shot dead mid-air by fellow passenger

A dramatic mid-air hijack attempt shook Belize on Thursday when a knife-wielding US citizen attacked passengers on a Tropic Air flight, injuring three people before being shot dead by a fellow passenger. Authorities have launched a full investigation into the incident.

‘We’re going to make it’: Trump says trade deal with EU will happen as he holds talks with Meloni

US President Donald Trump has expressed confidence about reaching a trade deal with the European Union. His comments came during a White House meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Thursday.

Trump and Meloni talk tariffs and trade in White House meeting

Amid the uncertainty, Meloni has called for cool heads, urging Brussels not to retaliate while casting herself as the only EU figure able to potentially de-escalate the conflict. Meloni was the only European leader to be invited to Trump's January 20 inauguration and US officials said she was "eye-to-eye with President on a lot of issues like immigration on Ukraine"

Zelenskyy accuses US envoy Steve Witkoff of 'spreading Russian narratives' over remarks on occupied territories

Zelenskyy said Witkoff was consciously or unconsciously spreading Russian narratives after the US envoy suggested that a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine depended on the status of territories currently occupied by Russian forces

Russia-Ukraine war: Zelenskyy claims Kyiv has proof of China supplying Moscow with artillery

'We believe that Chinese representatives are engaged in the production of some weapons on the territory of Russia,' Zelenskyy said during a press conference in Kyiv

Google illegally monopolised online ad market, US judge rules in lawsuit against tech giant

Judge Leonie Brinkema of the US District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia stated that Google violated the law to establish its dominance in the largely unseen technology that places advertisements on various web pages

'Ukraine's air defence missile fell...' Russia rubbishes Kyiv's claim that its forces targeted Indian firm

On April 12, Kyiv mocked the 'special friendship' between India and Russia and accused Russian forces of "deliberately" targeting the warehouse of Kusum, an Indian pharma company. On Thursday (April 17), the Russian embassy rubbished the claim, blaming the loss to the Indian firm on Ukraine's missile defence system

Chinese couple linked to Triad turf war allegedly shot dead by mafia in Italy

Investigators believe the killings may have been a revenge attack tied to a violent rivalry between Chinese organised crime factions vying for control over the textile industry— especially in the Tuscan city of Prato, a major hub for fast fashion production

Don Pettit, Nasa’s oldest astronaut, returning home on his 70th birthday after 220 days in space

With over 3,520 orbits around Earth and 93.3 million miles travelled, Don Pettit has experienced our planet from a perspective few people ever will

*Law prevents US troops for enforcing law, Trump to give Army land on Mexico border to stop migrants

President Trump’s transfer of federal land along the U.S.-Mexico border to the Department of Defense aims to give the Army control, potentially allowing troops to detain migrants. Read more to find out the possible political and legal implications.

China has a bigger problem at home than Trump tariffs: ‘Protests up 41% over financial grievances’

According to a report compiled by Freedom House’s China Dissent Monitor, the number of ‘economic protests’ are drastically rising in China, especially after US President Donald Trump set off a trade war with the world’s second-largest economy

Is China witnessing its Lehman moment as Zhongrong shadow bank that managed $108 bn faces liquidation?

The collapse of the Zhongrong trust in China over heavy losses from real estate and property developer defaults has affected more than 30,000 individuals and over 2,000 institutions, primarily wealthy investors. Some analysts have called it China’s Lehman moment, is it?

White House expects trade deals with India, UK within 2-3 weeks: Report

The White House expects to finalise and announce trade deals with India, Japan, South Korea, and the United Kingdom within two to three weeks, according to a report

India-China direct flights resuming soon; Mansarovar Yatra under discussion: MEA

Flights were halted after the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic and the subsequent deadly border clashes in 2020. Before the suspension, airlines on both sides operated dozens of flights every week connecting major cities of the two nations

The shocking case of a German doctor who had a 'lust for killing' and murdered his 15 patients

A Berlin palliative care doctor is charged with murdering 15 patients between September 2021 and July 2024, allegedly using lethal sedatives and setting fires to cover up his crimes. Prosecutors claim the 40-year-old was motivated by the 'act of killing' and are now seeking a 'lifelong professional ban'

Non-disclosures, surrogates and more… Inside Elon Musk’s ‘plan’ to have a ‘legion of babies’

Elon Musk, Donald Trump’s ‘First Buddy’, is actively working on building a ‘legion’ of children, claims American influencer Ashley St Clair. The 26-year-old, who reportedly shares a child with the world’s richest man, has revealed the great lengths he goes to expand his brood, which includes signing non-disclosures, payment plans and soliciting women on X

Trump announces ‘big progress’ in trade talks with Japan after his 24% reciprocal tariff decision

Trump has suspended for 90 days so-called reciprocal tariffs on a slew of countries, including Japan which faced a further 24 percent, but imposed them on China

A first in 15 years, Pakistan foreign secretary Baloch meets counterpart in Bangladesh

For the first time in 15 years, Pakistan Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch is visiting Bangladesh to hold talks under the framework of the Foreign Office Consultations (FOC)

Trump gives Musk new task: A website for Gold Card to expedite citizenship for wealthy and willing

Elon Musk's Doge has been assigned the task of figuring out a way to launch Trump's 'gold card' that can be bought for $5 million to gain American citizenship. Led by Marko Elez and Edward Coristine afrom Musk's Doge, the gold card project members have held several meetings with officials from different agencies

Germany's parties to end 'firewall', engage with far-right AfD in parliament

The 'firewall' against the far-right, neo-Nazi party AfD in Germany, which has so far prevented the party's involvement in major parliamentary business or any government coalition, may about to end in the coming days

Husband Humala given 15-year jail for laundering money, Peru’s former First Lady flees to Brazil for asylum

Both Humala and Heredia have denied any wrongdoing. The couple were accused of using shell companies and undeclared bank accounts to funnel illicit funds into campaign coffers and personal assets

Trump's crackdown on Pentagon leaks continues, Colin Carroll third top official sent on leave

The leaks currently being investigated involve sensitive matters such as military strategies concerning the Panama Canal, the deployment of a second aircraft carrier to the Red Sea, Elon Musk’s contentious meeting at the Pentagon regarding China, and a temporary halt in intelligence gathering related to Ukraine

Will Harvard University stop admitting foreign students?

The Trump administration has escalated its row with Harvard University. After asking the Internal Revenue Service, the country’s revenue agency to revoke the varsity’s tax-exempt status, the US government is now threatening to withdraw its ability to enrol foreign students. But why is this happening?

Kremlin has seized an American company, now wants to use it to feed Russia army amid Ukraine talks

Plans are underway for a US owned company, seized by the Kremlin and placed under state control, to supply food to the Russian military, Reuters reported. This comes amid diplomatic engagements over Ukraine war.

Can Bangladesh actually afford a trade war with India?

Bangladesh, which has halted yarn imports from key land ports, relies heavily on India for essential goods like cotton, food grains, sugar. India shipped 5,620 commodities to the country last year. Meanwhile, Dhaka's export to India stood at just $1.8 billion last year, suggesting that Bangladesh has a massive trade deficit with India

March imports 25% up, exports 15% down: India’s trade deficit with China at $99 bn amid dumping worries

Total imports from China for the financial year ending March climbed to $113.5 billion. In contrast, India's exports fell to $14.3 billion— marking a sharp annual decline and placing export figures below levels last seen in 2013-14

Operation Assad: The story of how Syria’s Bashar fled and who smuggled away his valuables

In the final hours of Bashar al-Assad’s rule, a covert operation saw him flee to the UAE aboard a private jet, accompanied by his closest aides, family, and millions in assets. Orchestrated by his top adviser, Yasar Ibrahim, the escape unfolded over four secret flights from Damascus. Read more details here

1.4 mn without power in Puerto Rico as blackout hits US territory, second in 4 months

Puerto Rico was plunged into a massive power outage on Wednesday after several energy plants unexpectedly shut down, leaving the entire island in the dark as officials worked to restore service.

Rubio to join 'coalition of the willing' with UK & France for talks on Ukraine

For the first time, the United States will join the British- and French-led 'coalition of the willing' today for talks regarding the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war

Watch | Rabbit strike forces US flight to make emergency landing as engine catches fire

A United Airlines flight from Denver to Edmonton made an emergency landing after one of its engines caught fire, reportedly due to hitting a rabbit during takeoff. The plane landed safely with no injuries, and the incident is under investigation by the FAA.

US sees sharpest jump in car sales since Jan 2023 as buyers rush to avoid Trump’s auto tariff

Data from the Census Bureau shows that "savvy consumers" are coming to stores ready to make big purchases to avoid the effects of tariffs that are expected to drive up costs

Japan records global trade deficit of $37 bn but a $63 bn surplus with US amid ‘fairness’ talks with Trump

Japan recorded a trade deficit of $37 billion for the fiscal year, while its surplus with the United States grew to $63 billion. Export growth continued despite tariff tensions and higher import costs due to a weaker yen which can drop its value

Pakistan Army chief backs two-nation theory in his hate speech against Hindus amid Balochistan backlash | Watch

While emphasising that the young generation of Pakistan should be constantly reminded of the country's history, Army Chief General Asim Munir said that Hindus are "different" from Pakistanis and that this is "where the foundation of the two-nation theory was laid. We are two nations, we are not one nation"

The question for Canada election: 'Who is going to face Donald Trump?'

In the Canadian elections later this month, US President Donald Trump has emerged as the main issue and rival prime ministerial candidates, Mark Carney of the Liberal Party and Pierre Poilievre of the Conservative Party, are trying to demonstrate who can better deal with the US president

'Where's the justice here?': Trump attacks Boston judge Indira Talwani after she blocks mass deportation

US District Court Judge Indira Talwani has blocked the Trump administration's bid to revoke legal protections called immigration parole on April 24

Chemistry of company: Scientists find molecules linked to life on planet 124 light years away

Scientists have detected possible signs of life on a distant planet called K2-18 b, located 124 light years away in the Leo constellation. Using the powerful James Webb Space Telescope, they spotted two rare chemicals, usually made by living organisms on Earth, raising fresh hopes that we might not be alone in the universe.

Toilets, sports, prisons: How UK Supreme Court’s verdict defining women brings real-life changes

The UK Supreme Court, in a unanimous decision, ruled that the legal definition of a woman is based on biological sex. This decision has far-reaching consequences for the transgender community — it could restrict trans women from single-sex spaces such as toilets, prisons and rape centres. It could also see rules changed in various sports

US-Ukraine mineral deal not to treat military aid as debt, Zelenskyy says 'good progress' made

The Donald Trump administration appears to have dropped some of the contentious demands in the minerals deal being negotiated with Ukraine, but several hurdles still remain to be overcome, according to reports

'Autism is preventable disease:' US health secretary Kennedy Jr contradicts medical experts, again

US Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr has called autism a “preventable disease,” sparking fresh controversy. Whereas, experts say autism is a complex brain disorder with no single known cause and cannot be prevented.

Israel sought to bomb Iran's nuclear sites, Trump denied nod: Report

US President Donald Trump refused to approve Israel's plan to attack Iran's nuclear sites after a consensus emerged in his administration in favour of talks, according to a report

India not yet looking to retaliate to trade hostility by Bangladesh

India wants to avoid a trade war with Bangladesh, even though Dhaka’s recent moves—like blocking yarn imports and restarting direct trade with Pakistan—have caused concern in New Delhi.

Spanish police uncover illegal underground shooting range

Police suspect the range was used by a weapons trafficking ring to test assault rifles and other arms.

'Absolutely obsessed with Mars': Putin praises Musk, compares him to Soviet space legend

Russian President Vladimir Putin praised Elon Musk, comparing him to Soviet space pioneer Sergei Korolev. Putin highlighted Musk's obsession with Mars and called him an "outstanding person."

US judge says Trump officials could face contempt for defying court order on deportations

Trump administration officials could face criminal contempt charges for ignoring a judge’s order to halt the deportation of alleged Venezuelan gang members, the judge said on Wednesday. US District Judge James Boasberg found "probable cause" to charge officials.

El Salvador denies Maryland senator's request to meet wrongly deported man

Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen said El Salvador has denied his request to visit Kilmar Ábrego García, a Maryland resident wrongly deported there last month. Van Hollen travelled to the country hoping to meet Ábrego García at a high-security prison where he is being held with other undocumented migrants.

Trump vs Maine: Transgender athletes participate in girls sporting event, federal govt sues state

The Trump administration on Wednesday sued Maine for not complying with the government's push to ban transgender athletes in girls and women's sports, escalating a dispute over whether the state is abiding by a federal law that bars discrimination in education based on sex

All eyes on Meloni ahead of meeting with Trump: Can she start bridging EU-US divide?

Meloni's allies insist she will act as a facilitator between Brussels and Washington. She has also aligned with the EU on some key votes, including retaliatory measures in response to earlier US levies. However, Meloni has taken divergent stands, too

WTO sounds alarm as Trump tariffs threaten to reverse global trade this year

The Geneva-based body slashed its forecast for goods trade growth from 2.7% to a 0.2% decline, citing Washington’s aggressive trade stance, according to a report

Iran 'not far' from possessing nuclear weapon, warns IAEA chief Grossi

The UN watchdog was tasked with overseeing Iran's nuclear programme and its compliance with a 2015 nuclear deal which collapsed three years later when the United States withdrew from it in President Donald Trump's first term

JD Vance, wife Usha to arrive in India next week for a 4-day visit

A press statement issued by the White House said the vice president, along with his wife Usha Vance, will hold a meeting with India Prime Minister Narendra Modi and will also travel to New Delhi, Jaipur and Agra

Trump’s tariffs may push F-16 jet prices even higher as Philippines hints at killing $5.6 bn deal

Experts have warned that Trump’s tariffs might push the cost of already expensive F-16 jets even further up, partly because several components that go into manufacturing are sourced from different nations which now face heavy levies

Google uses AI in sweeping ad fraud crackdown, suspends 39 million advertiser accounts

Globally, Google said it blocked 5.1 billion ads in 2024 and took action against 1.3 billion publisher pages. India, now the second-largest internet market after China by user base, saw 2.9 million account suspensions and 247.4 million ad removals

'Everyone knows Harvard has lost its way': Trump's latest potshot amid fund squeeze

A day after he said Harvard University "should lose its tax exempt status" and be taxed as a political entity, President Donald Trump on Wednesday went on yet another rant about the elite institution, claiming that “everyone knows Harvard has lost its way”

Qatar could invest $7.5 bn in Egypt which once accused Doha of sponsoring terrorism

The prospective deal comes as Egypt continues to seek financial lifelines to bolster its economy, which has been strained by inflation, a plunging pound, and a persistent shortage of hard currency

Reshma Kewalramani named among Time magazine's 100 most influential people

Trained in internal medicine and nephrology, Reshma once intended to teach, treat patients, and work in a lab after medical school. However, her passion for developing new medicines proved too strong to ignore — a passion she realised she couldn’t fully pursue while staying on that traditional medical path

‘US not getting ripped off... living beyond its means': China’s state media says Trump is ‘whining’

China has sharply rebuked the US, accusing it of playing the victim in the ongoing trade dispute and urging Washington to “stop whining” after having “taken a free ride on the globalisation train", according to a report

Pentagon leak probe: Top advisor to Hegseth put on leave, investigation on

President Donald Trump's administration has moved to aggressively pursue leaks, an effort that has been enthusiastically embraced by Hegseth at the Pentagon

Why Meloni's 'firsts' with Trump leave her European allies worried

While Meloni positions herself as a mediator aiming to ease transatlantic trade tensions, her solo approach has drawn criticism from EU partners. Her upcoming meeting with Trump is expected to reinforce ideological alignments that contrast with the broader EU consensus

Trump's tariffs could hurt US credibility, says the man Trump listens to

US President Donald Trump's tariffs could hurt the US credibility in the world and the United States' status as the world's pre-eminent power could be threatened from Trump's attempts to reshape global trade, according to JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon

‘West as we knew it no longer exists,’ warns von der Leyen amid Trump tensions

Von der Leyen comments came amid rapidly deteriorating relations with the US under Trump's administration, which has forced Europe to look elsewhere for allies and partners, according to a report

ChatGPT creator OpenAI may launch social media platform, taking on X and Meta: Report

Sam Altman is reportedly building OpenAI's very own social media network that is expected to give stiff competition to X and Meta. Launching a social network within or alongside ChatGPT would likely intensify Altman’s already tense rivalry with Elon Musk

Trump's tariffs drive unemployment fears to 5-year high, finds survey

In the wake of US President Donald Trump's rollout of tariffs, unemployment fears among Americans have risen to highest level since April 2020, according to a survey

Iran won't budge despite US demand to halt uranium enrichment, calls it 'non-negotiable' right

'Iran's enrichment is a real, accepted matter. We are ready to build confidence in response to possible concerns, but the issue of enrichment is non-negotiable,' Iranian foreign minister Araghchi told reporters

Trump to meet Japan's trade negotiator to discuss tariffs amid tensions with China

Japan has been hit with 24 per cent levies on its exports to the United States although these rates have, like most of Trump's tariffs, been paused for 90 days. But a 10 per cent universal rate remains in place as does a 25% duty for cars, a mainstay of Japan's export-reliant economy

Crackdown on universities, visa cancellations… Is it really worth applying to US colleges?

Are you thinking of applying to a US university? It may be time to rethink your decision. Donald Trump is waging a long war against some of the country’s most reputable colleges, including Cornell, Brown, Princeton, Columbia and Harvard. Moreover, the administration is targeting foreign students by terminating their visas as well as their legal status

American students make a beeline for admission in Canada that Trump wants to acquire

University of British Columbia’s (UBC) Vancouver has reported a 27 per cent growth in applications from US citizens as Trump administration's policies on immigration rules and funding cutbacks threaten their education in the US

US bars Nvidia from selling its H20 chips to China, company says will cost it $5.5 bn

Nvidia will incur $5.5 billion in charges after US export restrictions on its H20 AI chip to China. Nvidia's shares fell 6 percent, and AMD's shares dropped 7 percent.

China finally blinks in tariff war, says open to talks if President Trump shows respect

China has said it is open to talks with the United States regarding trade and tariffs if US President Donald Trump shows respect

US slashes Ukraine aid estimate by $200 bn, eyes minerals deal in push for peace

Under the terms being considered, Ukraine would channel revenues from the extraction of natural resources into a joint investment fund with the US. However, the arrangement does not include any provisions for future American security guarantees

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