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After talks in Lebanon, US envoy heads to Israel in bid to seal Hezbollah ceasefire

US envoy Amos Hochstein said he will travel to Israel on Wednesday to try to secure a ceasefire ending the war with Lebanon's Hezbollah group after declaring additional progress in talks in Beirut

PM Modi, Australian PM Albanese meet on sidelines of G20, reflect on growing India-Australia ties

PM Modi on Tuesday held bilateral talks with his Australian counterpart  Anthony Albanese on the sidelines of the G20 Summit and reflected on the progress of India-Australia ties, describing their meeting as "very productive" at the second India-Australia Annual Summit

UN calls for probe into Ugandan Opposition leader after alleged abduction

The UN rights chief has urged Uganda to release Opposition leader Kizza Besigye, citing his apparent kidnapping in Kenya and unlawful military trial, and called for an investigation into the accident

India-Guyana ties made of 'soil, sweat and diligence', says PM Modi in special address to Guyanese Parliament

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday addressed a special session of the Guyanese Parliament, emphasising the deep-rooted relationship between India and Guyana

Trump likely to pick surgeon Johns Hopkins to lead FDA

The FDA is the world’s most influential drug regulator with a more than $7bn budget. It is responsible for approving new treatments and ensuring they are safe and effective before entering the biggest and most lucrative market

Fugitive Zambian MP arrested in Zimbabwe - minister

He is said to have escaped through a hospital a window in August.

4 tourist deaths in Laos: What makes methanol poisoning so lethal?

The recent deaths of four tourists in Laos have drawn attention to the dangers of methanol poisoning. This toxic chemical, often found in counterfeit or poorly brewed alcohol, can cause severe metabolic acidosis, blindness, and even death

Arrest warrants issued for Netanyahu, Gallant and Hamas commander over alleged war crimes

International Criminal Court judges say there are “reasonable grounds” they bore "criminal responsibility" for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity.

China reveals new 9-point plan to Trump-proof exports that may see up to 60% higher taxes

Trump is set to take office in January, renewing fears of an intensified trade war that could further strain the already fraught relationship between China and the US

Dozens dead after gunmen attack passenger vehicles in Pakistan

Officials fear the death toll will rise after unknown gunmen opened fire on a vehicle convoy.

Lebanon seeks changes to US ceasefire proposal for faster Israeli troop withdrawal, self-defense rights

Lebanon is seeking changes to a US ceasefire proposal to ensure a speedier withdrawal of Israeli troops from south Lebanon and to give both parties the right to self-defence, a senior Lebanese official said on Thursday

Netanyahu calls ICC arrest warrant against him 'disgusting'; US warns of 'strong response'

Representative Mike Waltz has said that the US government has refuted allegations levelled by ICC against Netanyahu adding that its 'antisemitic bias' will be met with a 'strong response' in January

No end to layoffs for German automakers? After Audi & Volkswagen, Ford announces job cuts

Ford, which employs 28,000 people in Europe, is bound to lay off around 4,000 people here. The move follows recent announcements of job cuts from Audi and Volkswagen

Mali's Junta appoints General Abdoulaye Maiga as prime minister

Mali's junta appointed General Abdoulaye Maiga as the new prime minister, just a day after dismissing civilian leader Choguel Kokalla Maiga following his criticism of the military

Gunmen kill 38 passengers, injure 29 in attack in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Gunmen have killed 38 and injured 29 in a deadly attack on passenger vehicles in Kurram tribal district of Pakistan’s northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province

International Criminal Court issues arrest warrant for Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu

The Netherlands-based court says it has "reasonable grounds" to believe Benjamin Netanyahu bears criminal responsibility for war crimes.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman made only $76,001 in pay last year, as per regulatory findings

OpenAI’s nonprofit arm reported $5 million in public contributions in 2023, though the sources of this funding remain undisclosed

Israeli attack on Syria's historic city of Palmyra kills 36, injures over 50

Israel has been carrying out strikes against Iran-linked targets in Syria for years but has ramped up such raids since the Oct. 7, 2023, attack by Palestinian militant group Hamas on Israel that sparked the Gaza war

ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu & Gallant for war in Gaza, Mohammed Deif for Hamas attack

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant are accused of war crimes and crimes against humanity during the war in the Gaza Strip

Elon Musk’s Neuralink green-lit for brain chip trial in Canada, first country outside the US

Neuralink’s approval in Canada adds to its existing recruitment efforts in the US and UK, marking another step in its global expansion

Russia claims to shoot down two British Storm Shadow missiles as UK reaffirms support for Ukraine

A day after British media confirmed that Ukraine has fired British-supplied Storm Shadow missiles at targets in Russia’s Kursk region, Russian Defence Ministry on Thursday said that its air defences shot down two of these missiles over the past 24 hours, according to a report

Biden administration rushing to waive $4.6 bn of Ukraine's debt ahead of Trump presidency

The cancellation covers half of a $9 billion loan provided to Ukraine through a $60 billion supplemental package approved in April

Chinese farmer has near miss with tiger

Surveillance footage captures the moment a Siberian tiger rams into a gate just after it was closed.

Google launches Air View+, will show hyperlocal AQI & other insights from 150 Indian cities

Air View+ is built on a robust network of air quality sensors, deployed in partnership with climate tech firms like Aurassure and Respirer Living Sciences. These sensors are strategically placed in static locations such as utility poles, administrative buildings, and commercial areas

Musk hopped on Trump's call with Google CEO Sundar Pichai after his election victory: Report

A report by The Information says that Tesla CEO Elon Musk joined the call between Donald Trump and Google CEO Sundar Pichai and listened to their entire conversation

Oil prices rise as Ukraine-Russia conflict escalates with missile attacks

Prices had earlier risen by more than $1 on Thursday after Russia and Ukraine launched missile attacks at each other.

WHO chief reportedly hospitalised with symptoms of labyrinthitis: What is this illness?

Labyrinthitis can lead to vertigo— a sensation of spinning— dizziness, nausea, and potential hearing loss

Ahead of vote, Iran warns Western resolution will 'weaken' interaction with IAEA

A resolution tabled by Western countries to censure Iran's nuclear program at the International Atomic Energy Agency "will weaken and disrupt" interactions between the UN body and Tehran, it warned ahead of the vote on Thursday

John Prescott, pugnacious deputy UK PM to Tony Blair, dies at 86

The Labour politician was the UK's longest-serving deputy PM and was key in negotiating the 1997 Kyoto Protocol on climate change.

US charges Indian billionaire Gautam Adani with fraud

The Adani Group has denied the allegations of bribery and fraud, calling them "baseless".

India-China war ended this day in 1962, 10 things about Beijing’s ‘betrayal’ of New Delhi’s trust

The 1962 India-China war was a turning point, highlighting China’s betrayal and shaping India’s cautious approach to international relations.

Shin Bet foils assassination plot against Ben Gvir, arrests 3 Palestinians

The Shin Bet and police in a joint statement said that the prime suspect, identified as one  Ismail Ibrahim Avadi from Hebron, has been charged and accused of surveilling Ben Gvir and his 18-year-old son Shoval Ben Gvir to kill them

Fury at climate talks over ‘backsliding’ on fossil fuels

Countries are split at UN climate summit over funding and commitments to reducing fossil fuel use.

Ukraine says Russia attacked with intercontinental ballistic missile, Western official disputes claim

Russia struck the critical infrastructure in the central-eastern city of Dnipro with an intercontinental ballistic missile, according to the Ukrainian air force

5,580 warheads and counting… The nuclear weapons Russia's Vladimir Putin has at his disposal

The Russia-Ukraine war is escalating, with President Vladimir Putin amending the country’s nuclear doctrine. This has shone a light on Russia's vast nuclear arsenal. Some estimate that Moscow has 5,580 nuclear warheads, second only to the US

'Another provocative step, increases nuclear danger': Russia on new US missile base in Poland

Russia has condemned the newly opened US missile defence base in Poland, calling it destabilising and a threat to nuclear stability, while Poland insists the base is purely defensive and strengthens NATO's security amid Moscow's warnings

Dozens reportedly killed in Israeli strikes on northern Gaza

Several crowded buildings in Beit Lahia and Gaza City were hit overnight, medics and local media say.

10 things about India-Guyana ties as Modi becomes first PM to visit the country since 1968

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Guyana later tonight (Wednesday India time) on a historic tour, marking the first visit by an Indian prime minister since 1968. Modi will hold bilateral talks with the host President Irfaan Ali during his state visit.

US vetoes Security Council's Gaza ceasefire resolution

Fourteen of the 15 members voted in favour, but Washington said the text would send "dangerous message" to Hamas.

After military deal, Russia and North Korea reach new agreement for economic cooperation

North Korea and Russia have signed new economic cooperation agreement, strengthening ties amid tensions with the US and support for Russia’s war in Ukraine

Milhouse voice actress retires from The Simpsons

Pamela Hayden also voiced Ned Flanders' sons Rod and Todd and school bully Jimbo Jones.

Escalation in Ukraine: Biden’s missiles, Putin’s nukes, and world on edge

Ukraine’s use of US-supplied long-range missiles against Russia, coupled with Putin’s aggressive new nuclear posture, ignites fears of a drastically escalated conflict. The world holds its breath as the risk of direct US-Russia confrontation looms

Mali junta fires prime minister after he slammed military regime

Prime Minister Choguel Maïga who was appointed by the military two years ago, accused the junta of postponing the elections without informing him and said confusion around an end to the transition could pose “serious challenges and the risk of going backwards”

Russia launched intercontinental ballistic missile during attack on Ukraine, Kyiv says

It is the first known use in the war of such a powerful, nuclear-capable weapon.

Modi in Guyana: 5 things about Indian Arrival Monument

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting the Indian Arrival Monument in Guyana on Thursday, acknowledging the journey of the Indian diaspora in the country. The monument symbolises the arrival of Indian indentured labourers during the long colonial rule, contributing to the nation’s growth and cultural diversity

Russia fired intercontinental ballistic missile at Ukraine for first time: Kyiv

The Kremlin refuses to comment on Ukrainian allegations.

Fourth tourist dies after suspected mass poisoning in Laos

Some suspect they consumed drinks laced with methanol, a deadly substance often found in bootleg alcohol.

To ban or not to ban Sheikh Hasina party, Bangladesh is in a fix

Bangladesh interim government led by Muhammad Yunus is in fix over Sheikh Hasina's Awami League party's inclusion in politics and elections as it continues to face growing pressure from political parties in the country to hold early polls

E-Commerce & quick commerce platforms have changed how urban India shops, finds study

Over the past five quarters, e-commerce and quick-commerce platforms have grown 30 per cent year-on-year, reflecting a significant change in shopping habits as per retail market tracker NielsenIQ

Conflict zones increased by 65% worldwide in three years: Report

The recent Conflict Intensity Index says 6.15 million square kilometers of the world’s landmass is now impacted by conflicts within or between states

Question stopping COP29 from a climate deal: How much wealthy nations are willing to pay

The latest draft text from COP29 climate talks in Baku lacks concrete commitments on financing for developing countries. Independent experts say that at least $1 trillion is needed in finance

Will return of Israeli hostages come first or end of Gaza war?

As Israel and Hamas have now laid two completely different approaches for the finalisation of the ongoing war, it remains to be seen who blinks first

Sri Lanka’s Dissanayake won’t renegotiate IMF bailout deal, a U-turn from election promise

Leftist President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who tightened his grip on power last week after winning a huge majority in the legislature following his own victory in September, vowed to maintain the IMF programme

COP31: Turkey, Australia butt heads over hosting 2026 UN climate summit after Baku meet falters

Turkish media reported that the country's President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan had told the Australian Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, during a side meeting during the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro that his country would not withdraw its candidacy from hosting the COP31 summit

Scandals and shadows: A closer look at allegations of misconduct in Trump’s orbit

Donald Trump's picks for key roles in his second Cabinet have evoked strong reactions from several quarters. But this is not much different from his first term. They have denied these allegations but debate continues around public trust in them

Who is Kim Yong Bok, the secretive North Korean general leading troops in the Russia-Ukraine war?

Kim Yong Bok, a high-ranking North Korean general and deputy chief of the general staff, has emerged as a key figure in Pyongyang’s military support for Russia in Ukraine. Overseeing the deployment of at least 11,000 troops, Kim is tasked with integrating these forces into Russian units while ensuring they gain combat experience

FBI arrests man charged with plotting attack on New York Stock Exchange

Harun Abdul-Malik Yener has been under FBI's lense since February after they received a tip that he was storing “bombmaking schematics” in a storage unit

UK MPs to summon Elon Musk, order him to testify about X’s role in summer riots

Musk has remained critical, accusing the government of prioritising censorship over free speech. His remarks during the riots, including a controversial prediction of “civil war,” have further strained ties

Amid progress in ceasefire talks, Israel complicates efforts with demand to attack Hezbollah

Israel has complicated ceasefire talks by demanding the right to strike Hezbollah inside Lebanon even after the ceasefire

Adani stocks tumble after US indictment, combined mcap dips by Rs 2.45 lakh crore

The combined market capitalisation (mcap) of all the ten listed Adani group firms eroded by Rs 2,45,016.51 crore during Thursday morning deals after Gautam Adani has been charged by US prosecutors over his role in an alleged years-long scheme to pay $250 million bribe to Indian officials in exchange for favourable terms for solar power contracts

US accuses Gautam Adani of $250 mn bribery and fraud, 12 things to know

Gautam Adani, founder and chairman of the Adani Group, has been charged by US prosecutors over his role in an alleged yearslong scheme to pay $250 million bribe to Indian officials in exchange for favourable terms for solar power contracts

Israel told US there's no displacement, 'starve or surrender' plan for northern Gaza: Report

Amid concerns that Israel has been implementing a controversial 'starve or surrender' plan in northern Gaza, Israel told the Biden administration no such plan to starve or displace Palestinians was being implemented, according to a report

Inside South Africa's 'ruthless' gang-controlled gold mines

Illegal miners live dangerously, but make roaring profits selling gold on the black-market.

Ad Astra: Inside Elon Musk’s preschool in Texas which will ‘create next generation of problem solvers’

Authorities in Texas have granted Elon Musk’s experimental preschool, Ad Astra, its licence to operate. The school, which will enrol only 54 students, vows to be different from other educational institutions. It will offer mixed-age classrooms where children will be ‘encouraged to explore, experiment, and discover solutions to real-world problems’

NVIDIA investors worried as AI chip sales growth starts slowing, despite stock growing 4X this year

Supply chain challenges including TSMC's limited manufacturing capability has been a challenge for chipmakers around the world and has slowed NVIDIA’s ability to meet surging demand for its AI GPUs

Duct-taped banana artwork sells for $6.2m in NYC

The winning bidder says he will eat the banana in coming days as part of a "unique artistic experience".

Modi to address Guyanese Parliament today, his 14th speech in foreign legislatures

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a Special Session of the Guyanese Parliament today. It will be the 14th such instance when he will speak on behalf of the people of India in Parliaments of foreign nations

Fact-check: Can Donald Trump's plan to end birthright citizenship hurt his son Barron?

A viral Facebook post stirred online buzz, claiming that President-elect Donald Trump’s proposal to end birthright citizenship in the US, might hurt his youngest son, Barron Trump and he might end up losing his citizenship. However, the claim illogical for many reasons

COP29 climate finance proposal reveals wide gaps between rich & developing nations

The COP29 climate finance proposal highlights significant gaps between rich and developing nations on the amount and structure of financial contributions to combat climate change

US Department of Justice asks court to force Google to spin off Chrome

The Department of Justice is urging a federal judge to force a sale of the company's Chrome web browser after a landmark ruling this year found Google had violated US antitrust law with its search business.

Melbourne teenager Bianca Jones dies after suspected Laos methanol poisoning

Melbourne teen Bianca Jones has died in a Thai hospital after a suspected methanol poisoning incident.

BNP's Khaleda Zia to attend first state event since imprisonment in 2018

BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia is set to attend the Armed Forces Day reception on Thursday, marking her first participation in a state event since her imprisonment in February 2018. This will also be her first appearance at the reception in nearly 11 years

Apple to approach US court to dismiss 'massive & vague' DoJ antitrust case

Apple argues that the US DoJ's proposed solution would stifle innovation, and would be detrimental to Apple's proprietary technology. DoJ lawyers meanwhile, maintain that Apple engaged in monopolistic practices that were against both, consumers and competitors

US reopens its embassy in Kyiv hours after shutting it down over threats of Russian airstrike

US Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink said that the American embassy has resumed its services in the Ukrainian capital, hours after it was briefly shut down amid threats of a Russian airstrike

Crimea can only be restored to Ukraine through diplomacy, says Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has emphasised that reclaiming Crimea for Ukraine should be pursued through diplomatic efforts rather than military action

Australian teen Bianca Jones dead after suspected Laos methanol poisoning

Two Danish citizens and an American have also reportedly died.

NVIDIA sees a record 94% surge in revenue, more than doubles its profit from last year

NVIDIA's revenue jumped to a record $35.1 billion, which is a staggering 94 per cent increase from the same period last year. Profits more than doubled this quarter compared to last year, reaching $19.3 billion

Israeli security role in Gaza would be euphemism for occupation, says ex-Defence Minister Gallant

Amid discussions within the Israeli government of a security role in the Gaza Strip, former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant has said that such a role would essentially mean military occupation

Moment world's tallest woman and shortest woman meet

The pair shared afternoon tea in London in celebration of Guinness World Records Day 2024.

Putin gifts lion and brown bears to North Korea zoo

The two countries have grown very close recently, with N Korea supporting Putin's war in Ukraine.

Ukraine fires UK-made Storm Shadow missiles at Russia: Can it slow Moscow’s march to Kyiv?

In a first, Ukraine fired UK-made Storm Shadow cruise missiles into Russia’s Kursk region on Wednesday. These missiles, which can travel up to 250 kilometres, are powerful enough to penetrate bunkers and ammunition stores and damage airfields. But will they change the course of the war?

New day, new record: Bitcoin surges past $95,000, 5 reasons why cryptocurrency breaking record after Trump's win

Bitcoin rose to an all-time high of $95,004.50 on Thursday, continuing its rally after Donald Trump's win in November 5 US Presidential election. Here's a look a 5 reasons why the surge continues

Australia wants to ban kids from social media. Will it work?

The government has just tabled laws to block access to under-16s - but the proposal is divisive.

Canada's Employment Minister resigns over false claims about his Indigenous ancestry

Canada's Employment Minister Randy Boissonnault resigned from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's cabinet after he made shifting claims about his Indigenous ancestry and was accused of controversial business dealings

Do immigrants drive up the crime rate in a country?

A new analysis reveals that studies consistently find no causal link between immigration and increased crime across a variety of countries. According to the research, legal work permits and stable employment are directly linked to reductions in crime rates

Maurizio Cattelan's Comedian banana art sells for US$6.2m at Sotheby's in New York

Cryptocurrency platform TRON founder Justin Sun says he wants to honour the viral artwork's place in art history and popular culture by eating it.

'Ludicrous, smear campaign': India slams Canada media report claiming Modi, Jaishankar knew of Nijjar killing

India strongly rejected a Canadian media report linking Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and NSA Ajit Doval to the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar

From China to France, UNSC members denounce US veto of Gaza ceasefire resolution

Several UNSC member states including China, France and Russia slammed the US's decision to veto the UNSC resolution that called for a ceasefire in the ongoing Gaza war. The UNSC voted 14-1 in favour of the resolution which was sponsored by the 10 elected members of the 15-member council

Russia threatens to strike Kyiv with ‘massive’ new missile

Ukrainians urged to shelter as false alerts and RS-26 missile threat cause panic.

Las Vegas man who called 911 for help killed by police in his home

Brandon Durham was tussling with a female intruder over a knife when an officer shot him multiple times.

US envoy says 'positive progress' made in Hezbollah-Israel ceasefire talks as he heads to Tel Aviv

US special envoy Amos Hochstein said that 'positive progress' has been made in the ceasefire talks between Israel and Hezbollah as he concluded his trip to Lebanon. Hochstein is scheduled to meet Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday

Billionaire Gautam Adani indicted in New York on bribery charges

Those bribes were "to lie to investors and banks to raise billions of dollars, and to obstruct justice," the Deputy Assistant Attorney General said.

Fallen trees cause widespread damage after bomb cyclone

Two people died in the storm that hit the West coast of the US and Canada overnight.

Uncertainty after Australia foreign students bill hits opposition

Universities had already begun making changes, as the controversial bill was expected to easily pass.

Marat Ganiev, Eyal Yaffe: Two men charged after remains found in search for missing Brunswick woman Isla Bell

What she told friends before the tragic rubbish tip discovery.

House speaker backs transgender bathroom restrictions on Capitol Hill

It comes after a Republican congresswoman proposed a ban aimed at the first-ever openly transgender lawmaker.

Is nuclear power gaining new energy?

Countries around the world are building new nuclear power stations.

Australian parliament debates social media ban for children under 16

The world-first legislation would force social media firms to take steps to prevent those under 16 years of age from accessing platforms such as X, TikTok, Facebook and Instagram

Texas offers Trump land for migrant 'deportation facilities'

The president-elect has repeatedly pledged to deport millions of undocumented migrants once in office.

Fate of Gaetz ethics report uncertain after congressional panel deadlocked

Pressure has been mounting on the ethics committee to release a report on Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general.

Methanol poisoning: Third person dead after drinking tainted alcohol in Laos

On Thursday morning the US State Department said a US citizen had died in Vang Vieng.

UK war tech sent to Russia by Insta model's firm, documents seen by BBC show

£1.6m of British kit shipped to companies tied to Russian military despite sanctions, customs documents claim.

Are K-pop stars workers? South Korea says no

In a dispute involving band NewJeans, the government said celebrities were not entitled to the same rights as workers.

Dame Jacinda Ardern to be given United Nations leadership award

She will get the champion for global change award from the United Nations Foundation at a ceremony in New York tomorrow.

Elon Musk outlines plans for mass cuts as Donald Trump’s ‘efficiency’ czar

Elon Musk targets $500 billion in federal cuts, backed by Trump and a conservative court.

Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s awkward body language decoded - and it’s bad news for one of them

Trump's awkward moment with Musk at SpaceX launch revealed.

Perth parents found guilty of starving malnourished teenage daughter

The girl weighed just over 27 kilograms when she was eventually taken to see a doctor in April 2021.

Russian President Vladimir Putin signals readiness to start nuclear war

Leader signs a doctrine that lowers the threshold for the use of atomic weapons.

Man who drugged wife in French mass rape case told: You'll die alone

Tensions burst into the open in court when Dominique Pelicot is accused by his daughter of lying.

A tale of two constitutions: Fears of democratic erosion as Nicaragua, Congo leaders seek more power

In both cases, the leaders frame their proposals as necessary to modernise governance or stabilise their nations. Opponents see them as attempts to dismantle democratic safeguards and prolong their rule

What happens to mumfluencers when their kids grow up?

Some children of social media influencers are asking their parents not to post their photos anymore.

Donald Trump names Linda McMahon as his pick for Education secretary

The major Republican donor and a former pro-wrestling executive served as the administrator of the Small Business Administration during Trump's first term.

In a first, non-member Japan hosts Five Eyes intelligence group

With China imposing stricter controls on information, some Five Eyes countries have established intelligence bases in Japan to improve regional monitoring capabilities

US vetoes Gaza ceasefire call at UN, draws criticism from Hamas, Palestinian envoy

The United States on Wednesday vetoed a UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, arguing that such a move would have strengthened Hamas. The veto sparked strong criticism from both Hamas and the Palestinian envoy to the UN

United States vetoes Gaza ceasefire call at United Nations

US says there 'has to be a linkage between a ceasefire and the release of hostages'.

Beirut: Meet the TikTokers filming destroyed homes

In Beirut, two TikTokers are filming the damage caused by Israeli air strikes for families who have fled.

Danish military tracking Chinese vessel after undersea cable damage: Why are these fiber-optics so important?

Undersea cables, stretching approximately 1.2 million kilometers worldwide, handle everything from financial transactions and streaming services to diplomatic and military communications.

Trump nominates Matthew Whitaker as US ambassador to NATO

President-elect Donald Trump chose Matthew Whitaker on Wednesday as his nominee to be US ambassador to NATO, selecting a loyalist who briefly served as acting attorney general during Trump's first White House term

Guyana’s President Irfan Ali hails PM Modi, calls him ‘champion among leaders’

“It is our greatest honor to have you here. You are a champion among leaders,” Ali said

Ukraine fires UK Storm Shadow cruise missiles into Russia, a day after using US ATACMS

Kyiv says it hit Russian military command post with the British Storm Shadow cruise missile, a day after it fired US missiles.

One Direction stars join mourners at Liam Payne's funeral

The British singer's funeral was held in Buckinghamshire, north west of London, overnight.

New Hezbollah chief says ceasefire in Israel's hands, says group will keep fighting and negotiating

Hezbollah's Naim Qassem stated his group reviewed and provided feedback on a US-drafted ceasefire proposal with Israel, emphasising that further progress depends on Israel's response

Prosecutors back delaying Trump sentence until he leaves White House

New York prosecutors have vowed to oppose President-elect Donald Trump’s effort to overturn his criminal conviction, however.

Ukraine fires British Storm Shadow missiles into Russia for first time

Ukraine has fired long-range British Storm Shadow missiles into Russian territory for the first time, according to a report, citing an unnamed Western official.

India to be Sri Lankan President Dissanayake's first state visit abroad

Inaugural state visits by newly elected leaders often carry significant diplomatic weight, serving as a platform to set the tone for future cooperation and discuss bilateral issues

Russia sends over 70 animals, including lions and bears, to North Korean Zoo as gift from Putin

Russia transferred more than 70 animals, including an African lion and two brown bears, to a zoo in the North Korean capital Pyongyang from Moscow's zoo, the Russian government said on Wednesday

As Joe Biden celebrates his last birthday at White House, 10 things about the outgoing POTUS

US President Joe Biden turned 82 on Wednesday, making it his last birthday as the White House occupant. Here are 10 things about the outgoing President of the United States

Jimmy Lai: 5 things about Hong Kong’s most famous prisoner and most infamous law

Starting as a factory worker, Lai eventually founded Next Digital, which published Apple Daily, a newspaper known for its strong pro-democracy stance and criticism of Beijing. He was arrested in 2020 under Hong Kong's national security law, accused of colluding with foreign forces

Pakistan: Imran Khan gets bail in new Toshakhana case but may not come out of jail

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday granted bail to former Prime Minister Imran Khan in the Toshakhana case even as the government ruled out his release due to bails pending in other cases against him, according to a report

'Concrete step in the right direction': UN nuclear chief welcomes Iran's step to cap uranium stockpile

UN atomic watchdog chief Rafael Grossi on Wednesday welcomed Iran's "concrete step" on agreeing to cap its stockpile of highly enriched uranium after Tehran implemented preparatory steps to stop adding to its inventory

AMD-powered El Capitan is now officially the world’s fastest supercomputer

El Capitan delivers an extraordinary sustained compute power of 1.7 exaflops and peaks at over 2.7 exaflops, dethroning the previous leader, Frontier by quite an impressive margin

Italy, Spain and Greece join US in closing Kyiv embassies; Ukraine accuses Russia of spreading fake airstrike threat

Hours after US announced that it is closing its embassy in Kyiv over potential "significant air attack", Italy, Spain and Greece also closed their embassies in the Ukrainian capital on Wednesday, according to a report

Qatar confirms Hamas leaders no longer in Doha, office not permanently closed

Qatar’s foreign ministry spokesperson, Majed al-Ansari, clarified that Hamas's office in Doha is currently non-functional following the Gulf state's decision to suspend mediation efforts for a Gaza ceasefire

Microsoft's Satya Nadella lobbies hard for AI agents that can work and take actions on user’s behalf

Microsoft announced 80 new features and products aimed at streamlining work processes. These AI agents carry out specific tasks like document retrieval, real-time language translation and even develop custom AI applications

Israel hits 100 Hezbollah targets, claims killing 2 commanders even as US envoy works truce deal in Lebanon

Israel has said it military has hit more than 100 'terror targets' of Hezbollah in Lebanon and eliminated two senior commanders of the group over the weekend. This comes even as US envoy Amos Hochstein is in Lebanon negotiating a truce deal.

Following Mark Cuban & Elon Musk, Sam Altman is the latest tech CEO with government aspirations

Altman is said to be in a similar role for San Francisco’s Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie, as Elon Musk is to President-elect Donald Trump. In Altman's case, the OpenAI CEO's inclusion is also seen as a strategic move to win over sceptical tech leaders

Bangladesh: Jamaat-e-Islami ready to apologise for 1971 ‘mistakes if proven beyond doubt’

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman has said that his party would apologise to the nation if it is proven beyond doubt that it was involved in any wrongdoings during the 1971 Liberation War, according to a report

Cybercriminals hacked into Microsoft, use official email for sextortion scams

Cybercriminals use the Microsoft 365 Admin Portal to send emails from legitimate Microsoft addresses, claiming that a potential target's device may be compromised to capture images or videos. Victims are then coerced into paying up to $2,000 in Bitcoin as ransom

Why Biden's landmines won't help Ukraine win war, may end up hurting it more

While President Biden's decision to send anti-personnel landmines aims to bolster Ukraine's defences, it risks deepening the country’s ongoing humanitarian crisis

Russia rejects 'freeze' on Ukraine conflict as US embassy in Kyiv closes amid airstrike warning

Reaffirming its stance, Russia on Wednesday said that a "freeze" on the conflict in Ukraine along the existing frontlines would be unacceptable to the Russian Federation, according to a report

Ukraine front could 'collapse' as Russia gains accelerate, experts warn

Moscow's forces have taken more ground since September than they did over the course of 2023, analysts say.

Cash with a catch: Chinese firm offers 1,000 yuan to boost employee dating, but conditions apply

Amid falling marriage rate, a tech company in China is offering cash incentives to encourage all its single employees to date, but there is a condition. Read to know more

Biden approves supply of anti-personnel landmines for Ukraine: What are these weapons?

Outgoing US President Joe Biden has given the green light to ship anti-personnel landmines to Ukraine for its war against Russia. The decision comes two days after Washington approved the use of its long-range missiles against the Vladimir Putin-led country. But will it give Kyiv an upper hand in the conflict?

South Korea says Kim's 10,900 troops in Russia fighting Ukraine, North Korea shipping more artillery

South Korean lawmakers cited country's spy agency National Intelligence Services (NIS) as saying that 10,900 North Korean troops are deployed in Russia's Kursk, some of whom are already engaged in Ukraine war

Trump picks former WWE CEO and TV's Dr Oz for top roles

Linda McMahon is the US president-elect's choice for education secretary, and Mehmet Oz is lined up for a healthcare job.

Japan: Heading a minority govt, PM Ishiba wins opposition’s support for stimulus package

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s minority government secured opposition's backing for an economic stimulus package aimed at addressing public discontent over inflation and revitalising the economy

Watch | Indonesia President tells India's EAM Jaishankar, 'I know you, you are very famous'

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar received compliments from Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto as he and PM Modi arrived for a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Brazil

Polio outbreak in Pakistan: This year’s tally at 50, new case from area where gunmen targeted health workers

Pakistan has reported its 50th polio case of the year. The latest case has been detected in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, bordering Afghanistan, amid reports of health workers being targeted by terrorists.

China’s Xi turns to Germany’s Scholz to ease EU’s tariff actions against Beijing-made EVs

Chinese President Xi Jinping has reached out to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz urging him to help resolve the EU's tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles. Xi underscored the importance of dialogue and consultation to ease the ongoing China-EU trade conflict

China urges ‘restraint’ after Putin issues fresh nuclear threat over Ukraine’s ATACMS missile attack

Amid rising Russia-West tension after Ukraine fired US-made ATACMS missiles, China has appealed for "calm" and "restraint" as Putin issued fresh nuclear threat in an indication of the worsening of the crisis.

He who must not be named: How Trump became the Voldemort of G20 Summit in Brazil

At the G20 Summit in Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro, global leaders met to address climate change, but US President-elect Donald Trump was the unspoken focus of many discussions. While his return to power was indirectly a part of talks, world leaders tried to avoid mentioning him directly

General strike in Greece over rising cost of living, public and private sector workers walk off the job

Greece saw a general strike on Wednesday as workers walked off the job over rising cost of living. The country is passing through a financial crisis that has seen a quarter of its economy being wiped out after decades of profligate spending

Modi and Trudeau captured in one frame at G20, seen briefly chatting amid India-Canada diplomatic row

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a brief interaction with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on November 19 despite ongoing diplomatic tensions between the two countries

Protests by Imran Khan's party cost Pakistan over a billion rupees in 5 months: Report

Pakistan's national exchequer's office had to bear the costs of damages incurred by protests led by Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf since July. Strikes, rallies and public gatherings organised by PTI have cost the government Rs 1.11 billion while damages have amounted to Rs 152 million

Suicide car-bomb attack in Pakistan, 11 security personnel killed in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Bannu

A suicide bombing in Bannu, a district in Pakistan's Khyber Paktunkhwa province, killed at least 11 security personnel and wounded several others. The Hafiz Gul Bahadur faction of the Pakistani Taliban claimed responsibility for the attack

UK's Competition Authority approves Google's $2 billion investment in Anthropic

Anthropic emphasises that it will remain independent despite major funding from Google. Google’s $2B investment includes non-voting shares and consultation rights, ensuring Anthropic retains control over its decisions

US embassy in Kyiv, Ukraine, closes over ‘potential’ Russian air attack

Ukraine this week fired longer-range US missiles at Russian territory for the first time.

Recreational climbers first to respond after NZ woman dies in fall on Australia's Mt Arapiles

The New Zealand woman fell as she scaled the final section of a climb called Eskimo Nell on Mt Arapiles.

'Negligence' behind HIV outbreak in one of Pakistan's biggest hospitals

A probe body was formed to investigate reports of 30 patients contracting HIV/AIDS during their dialysis treatment at Nishtar Hospital

Putin to visit India: Does New Delhi have to act on ICC arrest warrant against Russian president?

Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to visit India soon – his first trip to the country since the Ukraine war. There’s an ICC arrest warrant against him for war crimes but New Delhi will not act against the Russian leader. Here’s why

iPhone 16 has the best 5G download speeds across the world, finds Ookla report

the iPhone 16 outperforms some of the best of Samsung’s flagship device in markets across the world, including India, when it comes to download speeds. However, Samsung's flagships have a faster upload speed

Fearing Russian attack, US closes embassy in Kyiv

The US shut its embassy in Kyiv after receiving 'specific information of a potential significant air attack on November 20' amid escalations in the Russia-Ukraine war after Ukraine used US-made ATACMS long-range missiles to strike targets inside Russia

Trump picks former wrestling executive Linda McMohan for education secretary role

McMahon, who had been in the running for commerce secretary, headed up the Small Business Administration in Trump's first administration and was a major donor and early supporter of the Republican president-elect when he first ran for the White House almost a decade ago

Meta is lobbying to get its Llama AI integrated into the UK’s public health system

Meta hosted a European hackathon, bringing together 200+ developers to explore how Llama AI can improve healthcare. Meta believes its Llama AI model brings a massive opportunity for the UK to revamp its public health infrastructure

How direct flights between China and India could benefit Beijing more

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi met on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Brazil and held wide-range discussions including the resumption of direct flights between the two countries. Experts point out that this could greatly benefit Beijing, whose economy has been faltering since the COVID-19 pandemic

Putin, ascendant in Ukraine, eyes contours of a Trump peace deal

Experts close to the Kremlin say a ceasefire deal is possible despite numerous complexities.

Putin open to discuss Ukraine ceasefire with Trump if Zelenskyy abandons Nato dream: Report

Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly said that he is open to discussing a Ukraine ceasefire deal with US President-elect Donald Trump only if Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy abandons ambitions of his country joining Nato

Machu Picchu: Peru boosts security after video shows visitors spreading human ashes at tourist site

Peruvian authorities have increased security at Machu Picchu after a TikTok video showed tourists scattering human ashes, prompting a ban on the practice for health reasons

COP29 in Baku: Time running out for UN’s climate summit to find a deal to curb global warming

Pressure was building to drive a deal by the time COP29, as this year's summit is known, concludes this week. COP29 President Mukhtar Babayev asked negotiators to clear away the technical part of talks by Wednesday afternoon so they can focus on substance

Over 1000 killed or wounded, Myanmar had highest landmine victims in 2023: Report

In 2023, Myanmar recorded the highest number of landmine casualties, with over 1,000 people killed or injured, due to escalating conflict between the military and rebel forces

Europe, US anxious over Russia's hybrid warfare threat after Ukraine's ATACMS missile attack

The US state department says it is 'incredibly' concerned about Russia’s campaign of hybrid warfare against the west, amid fears it will escalate after Ukraine’s first use of US-made ATACMS long-range missiles on targets inside Russia, after Joe Biden-led administration lifted restrictions on their use

Caribbean chessboard: Modi, Guyana and the China factor

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Georgetown marks a critical step in India’s efforts to counter China’s growing economic and strategic influence in Guyana, a nation emerging as a key player in the Caribbean

Can these ex-Hollywood chimps find a place among the apes?

NY Times: Chimps who spent years entertaining humans are learning to befriend their own.

Palestinian olive harvest under threat from Israeli attacks and restrictions

Harvesting olives is an economic necessity for many Palestinians, but it is increasingly precarious.

WATCH: Elon Musk’s SpaceX launches giant Starship rocket, Trump watches from Texas facility

Starship's reusable architecture will be crucial for future missions to the moon and Mars. The design has also been praised for President elect Donald Trump, who has taken a keen interest in Elon Musk's SpaceX of late

Modi in Guyana: Indian PM to get top national awards in Georgetown, Barbados; eyes on Caricom summit

Moments after Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrival in Guyana, the country along with Barbados announced honouring the Indian PM with their top award. PM Modi has become the first Indian PM to visit the South American country in 56 years

Russia-US hotline not currently in use, says Kremlin as tension rises over Ukraine war

As tension spikes between Moscow and the West after Ukraine used America-made ATACMS missiles, the Kremlin has said that the special hotline between Russia and the US is not currently in use to deflate the present crisis.

Swiss church introduces AI Jesus to hear confessionals, offer spiritual guidance

Using AI in religion isn't exactly new. Ever since ChatGPT made its debut, several churches across the world have used AI chatbots to help the write sermons. However, using AI for confessionals has its challenges, as the Swiss church to introduce 'AI Jesus' found out

China, Japan thwart US-led shark finning ban proposal, leaving conservationists fuming

The proposal, backed by 42 ICCAT members, aimed to require sharks to be landed with their fins attached, making shark finning more difficult

Bitcoin hits new record, breaches $94,000: What's Trump latest move pushing cryptocurrency

Bitcoin, the world's biggest and best-known cryptocurrency, soared to an all-time high, surpassing $94,000 after a report of a potential acquisition deal involving Trump and Bakkt

Who is Dr Mehmet Oz, Trump’s pick to run Medicare, Medicaid? Why is he so controversial?

US President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Mehmet Oz, also known as Dr Oz, to serve as the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) administrator. The television star has made controversial statements about vaccines and weight loss products in the past, with one study declaring half of his medical advice to be wrong

‘Bomb cyclone’ in California: Strong winds, soaking rain knock out power across northwest US

The Weather Prediction Center issued excessive rainfall risks beginning Tuesday and lasting through Friday as the strongest atmospheric river — a large plume of moisture — that California and the Pacific Northwest has seen this season bears down on the region

Ukraine can now use America’s anti-personnel mines to block Russia’s advance, Biden gives his nod

US President Biden has approved the provision of non-persistent anti-personnel land mines to Ukraine to help counter Russian advances in its eastern regions

Day after Hong Kong jailed 45, pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai testifies in national security case

Hong Kong's pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai, jailed for over 1,400 days, testified in court in the national security case on Wednesday. Lai, who faces charges of conspiracy and sedition under China's sweeping national security law, spoke about his belief in freedoms.

Rajnath Singh to hold talks with Chinese counterpart Dong Jun at ADMM-Plus in Laos

This dialogue builds on recent diplomatic efforts, including External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar’s meeting with his Chinese counterpart and the renewed commitments made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping during the Brics summit

Trump picks reality TV fame 'Dr Oz' for Medicare role

US President-elect Donald Trump announced appointment of Mehmet Oz, a former surgeon and TV celebrity known as Dr. Oz, to lead the massive public health insurance program of America.

Rust movie to premiere three years after on-set shooting

Director Joel Souza, who was wounded in the shooting, will introduce the movie at the Camerimage film festival in Torun, northern Poland.

Donald Trump picks TV's Dr Oz to run Medicare and Medicaid

The celebrity doctor unsuccessfully ran for the US Senate in 2022.

Trump joins Musk to watch Starship test launch

The president-elect visited the launch site in Texas to watch the spacecraft's sixth test flight.

European nations join forces on missile defense and military technology

The groups of European countries have signed so-called letters of intent to develop air and missile defence, electronic warfare, loitering munitions and a combat vessel under four schemes.

SpaceX to launch sixth Starship test in Texas, Trump to attend

SpaceX is eyeing swift advances in Starship development during a second Trump administration. The administration’s space agenda is expected to give NASA’s Artemis program, which is due to return astronauts to the lunar surface, a greater focus on the more ambitious goal of landing people on Mars, Musk’s premier space aspiration.

Iran offers to freeze uranium enrichment at 60% purity to avoid IAEA resolution

Iran has offered not to expand its stock of uranium enriched to up to 60% purity, near the roughly 90% of weapons grade, and made preparations to do that, the UN nuclear watchdog said in confidential reports to member states on Tuesday

US slams Russia's 'irresponsible rhetoric' on nukes as Moscow lowers strike threshold

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday formally approved the new nuclear weapons doctrine for his regime.

Brazil detains four soldiers over 2022 coup plot against President Lula

Brazilian police arrested four soldiers accused of plotting a 2022 coup and assassination of President-elect Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. The operation targeted a group with special forces planning to disrupt the presidential transition and eliminate key figures

Gaming giant Minecraft signs pact with UK firm for theme parks, hotels and retail stores

Minecraft has partnered with Merlin Entertainments, the UK-based company behind major theme parks like Alton Towers, Legoland, and Madame Tussauds, according to a report

Iran spares female student who stripped in defiance of charges citing her 'mental illness'

Iran's judiciary has announced that no indictment has been issued against the student who removed her clothes in protest at Tehran's Islamic Azad University, citing her psychological condition and family issues

10 things about Russia's big butter crisis

Russia's inflation and shortage crisis has reached a critical point. The war economy has led to skyrocketing prices, shortages and rationing of daily essentials.

Mozambique opposition leader claims 50 dead in post-election clashes

Mozambique's opposition leader Venancio Mondlane has called for three days of mourning for 50 people he claims were killed by security forces during post-election protests following a disputed October 9 vote

Ukraine passes bill allocating 60% of budget to defence and security

Ukrainian MPs voted to approve defence and security outlays of 2.23 trillion Ukrainian hryvnia ($54 billion), out of a general budget of 3.6 trillion hryvnia ($87 billion), according to budget documents published by the finance ministry

Russia shoots down US-made ATACMS missiles after Ukraine strikes Bryansk, calls it 'new phase of Western war'

Russia said that Ukraine's use of long-range ATACMS missiles against its territory marked a "new phase of the Western war" against Moscow, and vowed to react "accordingly", according to a report

Undersea cable cuts in the Baltic: Is Russia behind the sabotage?

Two crucial undersea cables in the Baltic Sea were severed this week. The cables, linking Finland to Germany and Lithuania to Sweden, were damaged in separate incidents, prompting suspicions of hybrid warfare. Authorities in Finland, Sweden, Germany, and Lithuania are investigating the incidents, with many fearing that Russia may be behind the attacks

45 Hong Kong democracy activists jailed under Beijing's national security law

Forty-five Hong Kong pro-democracy activists were sentenced to up to 10 years under a national security law, drawing global condemnation for suppressing political dissent. Beijing defended the verdict as lawful and justified

'G20 Summit 2024 inspired by India's presidency last year': Brazil's Lula tells PM Modi

President Lula da Silva said that Brazil tried to reach the level of India's efficiency in organising the G20 Summit this year during his bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Iran's 'poor' cooperation at UN nuclear meeting draws criticism; Tehran censured by UK, US

UK, Germany and France are set to submit a new resolution against Iran amid concerns over the rapid expansion of its nuclear programme heightened fears that Tehran might be seeking to develop a nuclear weapon

Over 100 Air India passengers stranded in Thailand's Phuket for over 80 hours due to technical faults

More than 100 passengers on an Air India flight to New Delhi have been stranded in Thailand's Phuket for over 80 hours due to multiple delays caused by technical issues, according to a report, citing several social media posts from passengers

Army faces challenges as Lebanon seeks truce and peace in the south

Hezbollah, though weakened by Israel’s year-long offensive, has long been stronger militarily than the Lebanese Armed Forces, which have stayed on the sidelines of the conflict even after Israel sent ground forces into south Lebanon on Oct. 1.

'We have a real opportunity': US envoy on Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire talks

After holding talks in Lebanon, US envoy Amos Hochstein said that a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah was within reach

Farmers’ tractors head to London, time for India to keep an eye?

The UK farmers' protests bring back memories of a similar rally led by Indian farmers in 2021, the one where Britain gave its two cents and in return received a harsh rebuke from New Delhi

EU discusses Ukraine aid, transatlantic ties with US

Donald Trump’s return to the White House catches Europe in a moment of political and economic fragility. EU leaders may hope the next US president will not implement everything he has threatened. But if he does, Europe’s ability to deal with the shock will be hampered by deepening internal divisions.

Russia begins production of mobile bomb shelters capable of withstanding nuclear, chemical threats

Russia has started mass production of mobile bomb shelters designed to protect against a range of threats, including shockwaves and radiation from a nuclear blast

Donald Trump’s tariff plans for China, others may cost UK $25 billion

If US President-elect Donald Trump imposes tariffs as he promised on the campaign trail, the British economy could contract by 0.9% and lose up to $25 billion (£20 billion), according to an analysis

Is the Donald Trump-Elon Musk bromance already hitting a roadblock?

Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, seems to have had a blazing row with Boris Epshteyn, one of President-elect Donald Trump’s top advisers over his influence over the Cabinet picks. Insiders say that Musk is behaving like a ‘co-president’ and that his behaviour will hurt his ties with Trump

WATCH: Farmer narrowly escapes as Siberian tiger charges at him in China's Heilongjiang province

A video of the incident, which went viral on social media on Tuesday, shows the man stepping into the street, spotting the tiger, and rushing back to shut a large iron gate, just as the massive cat charges at it

'Putin will not stop on his own, we must not be afraid to do more': Zelenskyy to EU lawmakers

Marking 1,000 days of the Russian war on Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked the EU lawmakers for their support and urged them to intensify pressure on Russia for a 'just peace'

5 things about Irfaan Ali, Guyana's president, as he hosts Modi

As PM Modi is set to visit Guyana, the first Indian leader to do so in 56 years, here are a few things to know about President Mohamed Irfaan Ali

India & UK to restart talks for trade pact, seek 'new strategic partnership'

Britain and India will resume trade talks in the new year, aiming to forge a “new strategic partnership” and deepen cooperation in areas like security, education, technology, and climate change

India saw massive increase in online scams during festive shopping season, finds survey

With more Indians turning to online shopping around the festivities, online scammers are having a field day. Thanks to deepfakes and sophisticated phishing attacks, Diwali 2024 saw a massive uptick in online scams, as per McAfee's Global Festive Shopping Survey 2024

An average of three children killed every day in Lebanon over past two months: UN

The United Nations said on Tuesday that an average of three children have been killed every day in Lebanon, totaling over 200 deaths in less than two months since Israel escalated its strikes against Hezbollah

Somaliland Opposition leader Abdirahman Cirro wins presidential election

Somaliland's opposition leader Abdirahman Cirro won the presidential election, defeating incumbent Muse Bihi Abdi with 64% vote, signalling a leadership change as the region seeks global recognition

In a first, Ukraine strikes Russia with US-made ATACMS missiles

Following permission from US President Joe Biden, Ukraine has reportedly conducted an airstrike inside Russia with ATACMS missiles

Italy's left-wing coalition wins elections in 2 provinces

A left-wing alliance won regional elections in Italy, securing victories in Emilia-Romagna and reclaiming Umbria, bringing their total to six regions compared to right’s 13

1,000 days of Russia-Ukraine war: The human and economic cost of the conflict

Death and devastation — these two words encapsulate the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, which has now entered its 1000th day. The worst conflict in Europe since World War II has seen thousands of people losing their lives, the destruction of homes and infrastructure worth billions of dollars and endless trauma

'We'll never submit': Ukraine stands defiant on 1,000th day of war with Russia

Ukraine remains defiant on the 1,000th day of Russia’s invasion, as both sides escalate rhetoric and attacks amid calls for international support

After Biden, UK & France expected to allow Ukraine to use Storm Shadow missiles inside Russia: Reports

After US President Joe Biden allowed Ukraine to use ATACMS long-range missiles for strikes inside Russia, British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron are expected approve Storm Shadow missiles for such strikes, according to reports

100 days of Muhammad Yunus in power; how Bangladesh has fared under its only Nobel Laureate

The interim government under Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus has completed 100 days. He took over charge to tackle what he has called the "extremely tough" challenge of restoring democratic institutions in the South Asian nation of some 170 million people

Time for 'macho' society to change attitude on rape, Gisele Pelicot says in court

The trial entered its final stages this week, with Gisele and Dominique Pelicot addressing the court before prosecutors are set to give their closing arguments and make their sentencing demands for the defendants

Five upgrades expected in the Galaxy S25 series that will set the tone for premium Android phones in 2025

Samsung's Galaxy S series usually sets the tone for all premium Android smartphones each year. This year too, the Galaxy S25 Ultra may set the benchmark of what flagship smartphones from other manufacturers would entail

Putin to visit India, Kremlin says dates to be announced soon

Putin's visit comes months after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official trip to Russia in July. Last month, the Russian leader met PM Modi on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan

1000 days of Russia-Ukraine war: Why infantry is crucial even in era of drones and missiles

Despite the surge in unmanned systems, artillery and air power, the gritty realities of close combat, territorial control and urban warfare have shown that infantry remains indispensable

EU's Borrell urges unity with US on allowing Ukraine to strike inside Russia

The shift puts the focus on other allies supplying Ukraine with long-range missiles -- notably the British and French Storm Shadow and SCALP missiles

'He doesn't want peace': Ukraine's UN envoy warns against appeasing Putin on 1,000th day of war

Ukrainian diplomat Yevheniia Filipenko urged allies to resist appeasement of Russian President Vladimir Putin, emphasising that recent attacks on Ukraine's power grid show his commitment to prolonging the war

Drone attack leaves 7 dead in Ukraine's Sumy, Zelenskyy slams Russia's continuing attacks

A video shared by Zelenskyy showed emergency workers sifting through the rubble of the partially destroyed building as search and rescue operations continued into the morning

Elon Musk’s business empire decoded

Billionaire Elon Reeve Musk, till early November, was known for expanding his ever-growing business empire, but after the 2024 US presidential election, he has more responsibilities on his shoulders as he officially debuts in America's politics, with Donald Trump winning a second term at the White House

Putin amends Russia's nuclear weapons doctrine, lowers threshold for n-attacks

Under Russian President Vladimir Putin's new nuclear weapons doctrine, nuclear weapons can be used even in case of a conventional attack

Russia set to power China’s financial capital Shanghai with a new gas pipeline

China’s financial capital Shanghai is expected to get 'stable natural gas supply' by the end of this year as the work on China-Russia east-route natural gas pipeline has completed seven months ahead of schedule and is now in final commissioning phase

Alien Enemies Act, holding camps: The emergency plans Donald Trump has for mass deportations

Donald Trump, during his campaign for president, repeatedly vowed to invoke the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to speed up deportations. His top immigration adviser has said ‘vast holding facilities’ would be constructed to house undocumented immigrants while they are waiting to be deported

Meloni, Macron to Prabowo: PM Modi’s diplomatic blitz at G20 to shape India's future

In a whirlwind of bilateral talks, PM Modi showcased India’s growing global influence and commitment to shared progress at G20 Rio as he held wide ranging bilateral talks with world leaders

Biden's Middle East envoy arrives in Lebanon for Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire talks

US special envoy Amos Hochstein has arrived in Beirut to discuss a proposed truce aimed at halting the Israel-Hezbollah conflict

Netanyahu confirms Israel hit Iran’s nuclear site, says 'specific component' was the target

For the first time, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged that the Israeli attack on Iran late last month struck a facility part of the Iranian nuclear programme

'Profit over people’s lives’: US prosecutors blame human traffickers for death of Indian family of 4

Two men - Harshkumar Ramanlal Patel and Steve Shand 50 --are facing trial in Minnesota for allegedly smuggling an Indian family of four across the US-Canada border during severe blizzard conditions. The family, a couple and their children, froze to death, the prosecutors said, adding that the duo had put financial profit over human life

5 things PM Modi said at G20 summit

In his remarks at the G20 meeting on 'Social Inclusion and the Fight Against Hunger and Poverty,' PM Modi emphasised India's strategy of fusing conventional practices with progressive tactics

China's ByteDance values itself at $300 bn despite a looming threat to its business, what's the maths

Despite facing the threat of a possible ban in the US, TikTok’s Chinese parent company ByteDance has set its valuation at $300 billion, the highest seen to date, but what’s the reason behind it? Read to find more

Finding Joe: Why was the US president missing from official G20 photograph?

US President Joe Biden was notably absent from the G20 photo with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, China's Xi Jinping and other world leaders. Instead, the 81-year-old stood alongside Canadian PM Justin Trudeau and Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, away from the iconic backdrop of Rio de Janeiro’s Sugarloaf Mountain

Why Modi’s Guyana visit matters for India’s energy security

At a time when India seeks to diversify oil and gas supplies, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is embarking on a state visit to Carribean nation of Guyana, which has emerged as the fastest-growing economy of the world on the back of an oil boom

Israel vs Iran in Vietnam as rivals to showcase their weapons at defence expo in Hanoi

Vietnam’s upcoming arms expo in December will feature military companies from geopolitical rivals, including Iran, Israel, China, Russia, and the US. The arms expo highlights Vietnam's flexible foreign policy and efforts to diversify its defence suppliers

G20 leaders call for ending Ukraine war, more aid flow to Gaza at Rio summit

The G20 summit issued a joint declaration calling for global action on hunger, humanitarian aid, and UN reforms, but lacked specific measures and faced disagreements among members

Watch: New Zealand's Māori protests explained

The BBC's Katy Watson reports from Wellington on why tens of thousands have taken to the streets.

Pakistan and Bangladesh establish direct sea route. Should this worry India?

Pakistan’s first direct cargo ship to Bangladesh in five decades docked last week, marking an important shift in the relations between the two countries. This has raised concerns in India about a potential strategic realignment in the region

iPhone XS Max and iPhone 6s Plus declared 'vintage' products by Apple: Here's what it means

For Apple, a product earns the 'vintage' label when it's been over five years since it was last sold as new. Once a gadget crosses into this territory, getting repairs or replacement parts from Apple or its authorised service centres becomes a bit of a gamble

Jaishankar meets Wang in Brazil as China urges India to resume direct flights suspended since 2020

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi met India's External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar in Rio de Janeiro during which he called for the resumption of direct flights between the two countries

G20 summit: Modi meets Starmer in Rio; talks focus on green energy, strategic partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held "productive" meetings with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and other global leaders on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio, focusing on strengthening strategic partnerships in trade, technology, and energy

Hezbollah agrees to US proposal for ceasefire with Israel, says Lebanese official

A day ahead of US Middle East envoy Amos Hochstein's visit to Lebanon, a senior Lebanese official said that Hezbollah has agreed to the US proposal for ceasefire with Israel

Apple to increase investment in Indonesia by 10X to reverse iPhone ban, invest over $100 million

Apple has reportedly proposed a $100 million investment spread over two years. However, Indonesia's Ministry of Industry remains undecided, apparently pushing Apple to focus this funding on research and development rather than existing manufacturing efforts

Wegovy in China: Novo Nordisk launches weight-loss drug at cheaper price, eyes 180 mn people with obesity

Novo Nordisk gained approval for Wegovy in China in June, and will initially target Chinese patients willing to pay out-of-pocket for the weekly injectable drug

G20: Modi meets Macron in Brazil’s Rio, discusses space and energy cooperation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met French President Emmanuel Macron on the sidelines of the G20 Brazil Summit. The two leaders discussed cooperation in space, energy, and AI sectors, and strengthening India-France ties

CCI fines Meta, WhatsApp Rs 213 crores for forcing users to agree to 2021 privacy policy update

While European Union users had the option to decline due to stricter data privacy laws, Indian users found themselves backed into a corner, sparking widespread frustration. The CCI has argued that this “take-it-or-leave-it” approach amounted to unfair practices under the Competition Act

Hong Kong sentences 45 democracy activists in national security case, longest term is 10 years

Hong Kong on Tuesday sentenced 45 pro-democracy activists to up to 10 years for subversion under the national security law, marking its largest national security case

Another mass attack in China: Several children injured as car rams school gate in Hunan

A number of children were injured on Tuesday morning after a vehicle hit the entry gate of Yong’an Elementary School in the city of Changde

US DOJ may ask judge to push Alphabet into selling Chrome browser, limit Google’s search dominance

The US Department of Justice may reportedly ask Judge Mehta to push Alphabet into selling its Chrome browser as part of efforts to curb Google's dominance in the digital market, signaling a major move to regulate big tech

New Zealand: Maori bill triggers massive protests, thousands march to parliament

An estimated 15,000 demonstrators poured into Wellington from all corners of the country, shutting down busy streets on the final stages of their 'hikoi' protest march towards parliament

Wicked stars take to the green carpet for European premiere

Parts of the film were made in the United Kingdom, and British actress Cynthia Erivo, who plays the green witch Elphaba, said she's "finally back home".

Georgia election chief doused with paint

Official Giorgi Kalandarishvili was doused during the confirmation of a controversial poll.

Trump cabinet nominees battle misconduct claims and controversy

The president-elect's picks for defence secretary, attorney general and health secretary are under heavy scrutiny.

A look at Trump's new top team... in 87 seconds

Among the allies the president-elect has chosen to join his administration are contentious figures, including among fellow Republicans.

United by loyalty, Trump's new team have competing agendas

This week has revealed much about Trump's ambition but also hinted at tests and headaches that may lie ahead.

Trump meets Argentina's Milei ahead of conservative summit

Argentina's president is the first foreign leader to meet Trump since his election victory on 5 November.

Five takeaways from Trump’s first week as president-elect

He has made his early priorities clear - and stunned some in Washington and around the world while doing so.

Who is Trump intelligence pick Tulsi Gabbard?

The former Democratic congresswoman has emerged as one of Trump's most loyal backers.

Trump picking Gaetz to head justice sends shockwaves - and a strong message

Picking the outspoken congressman for attorney general is Trump laying down a challenge, writes Anthony Zurcher.

Trump's pick of Huckabee and Witkoff a clue to Middle East policy

The former Arkansas governor and the New York real estate investor are staunch supporters of Israel.

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