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Ukraine declares energy emergency as Russian attack persists
Ukraine has declared a state of emergency in its energy sector, especially in Kyiv, due to ongoing Russian attacks.
US completes 1st sale of Venezuelan oil worth $500 million
The United States has completed its first sale of Venezuelan oil, worth $500 million, CNN reported.
Delhi-bound IndiGo flight escapes Iran minutes before airspace closed
An IndiGo flight from Tbilisi, Georgia, to Delhi narrowly escaped the sudden closure of Iranian airspace on Thursday.
'Bullet won't miss': Iranian TV airs assassination threat against Trump
Iranian state television has aired a disturbing threat against United States President Donald Trump.
US could hit Iran in 24 hours, warn European officials
Two European officials have said that a US military intervention in Iran appeared likely, with one telling Reuters it could come in the next 24 hours.
US, UK withdraw personnel from Qatar amid Iran tensions
The United States and the United Kingdom are withdrawing some of their military personnel from the Al-Udeid airbase in Qatar, the largest American military facility in the Middle East that houses around 10,000 troops.
'No plan for hanging': Iranian minister on anti-government protesters
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has denied reports of plans to hang people amid ongoing anti-government protests in the country.
Air India, IndiGo flights impacted as protest-hit Iran shuts airspace
Several Indian airlines, including Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet, said they have been forced to reroute or cancel international flights due to Iran's sudden closure of its airspace.
US freezes all visa processing for 75 countries, including Iran
The United States State Department has suspended immigrant visa processing for 75 countries, including Somalia, Russia, Iran, and Afghanistan.
Turkey considers joining 'Islamic NATO'; What is this defense pact
Turkey is reportedly in advanced talks to join a defense alliance between nuclear-armed Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.
Pro-Khamenei protest held in Kargil; empty coffin of Trump paraded
A large-scale protest was held in Kargil, Ladakh, on Tuesday, in support of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
'Leave by available transport means': India tells nationals in Iran
The Indian Embassy in Tehran has issued a new advisory for its citizens to leave the country as protests continue to escalate across Iran.
Sikh teen abducted, gang-raped by Pakistani grooming gang in London
A 15-year-old Sikh girl was allegedly kidnapped and gang-raped in Hounslow, West London, News18 reported.
Indian couple wins lawsuit over paneer 'smell'; awarded ₹1.8cr
Two Indian PhD students at the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) have been awarded a $200,000 (approximately ₹1.8 crore) civil rights settlement after facing discrimination over their food choice.
Why UK's Royal Society has not revoked Elon Musk's fellowship
Paul Nurse, the President of the UK's Royal Society, has defended the academy's decision not to take action against tech billionaire Elon Musk.
These are the world's most powerful passports for 2026
The Henley Passport Index has released its latest rankings for the world's most powerful passports in 2026.
'For 40yrs you failed...': Indian envoy slams Canada over terrorism
India's High Commissioner to Canada, Dinesh Patnaik, has accused Canadian authorities of failing to tackle terrorist elements on their soil for four decades.
Family of to-be-executed Iranian given just 10mins to say goodbye
Erfan Soltani, a 26-year-old Iranian protester, is scheduled to be executed on Wednesday for his participation in anti-government protests.
'Relentless violence': 116 minorities killed in 7 months in Bangladesh
A recent report by the Human Rights Congress for Bangladesh Minorities (HRCBM) has revealed that at least 116 members of minority communities were killed in Bangladesh between June 6, 2025, and January 5, 2026.
The rise and fall of 'Dilbert' creator Scott Adams
Scott Adams, the controversial cartoonist behind the popular comic strip Dilbert, has died at the age of 68.
'Be useful': Scott Adams leaves heartfelt message in final podcast
On the morning of January 13, 2026, the audience of "Real Coffee with Scott Adams" tuned in for their daily ritual. Instead of the creator, his ex-wife, Shelly Miles, appeared on screen.
Scott Adams dies: Turbulent legacy of his comic strip, 'Dilbert'
Scott Adams, the renowned cartoonist and author behind the popular comic strip Dilbert, has died at 68.
Video: Trump flips off heckler calling him 'pedophile protector'
United States President Donald Trump was filmed giving an obscene gesture to a heckler during his visit to a Ford F-150 plant in Detroit, Michigan.
Construction crane falls on moving train in Thailand, 22 killed
A construction crane fell on top of a moving train carriage in Thailand, killing at least 22 people and injuring dozens.
Trump warns of 'very strong action' if Iran executes protesters
United States President Donald Trump has warned Iran of "very strong action" if it executes protesters.
'Take over your institutions...': Trump exhorts Iranian protesters
United States President Donald Trump has urged Iranian protesters to "take over your institutions" as unrest continues in the Islamic Republic.
'Fully justified': Beijing reasserts Shaksgam Valley claim after India's objection
China has reiterated its claim over the Shaksgam Valley in Jammu and Kashmir, which India claims as its territory.
Iran's harsh crackdown on protestors amid hundreds of deaths
Iran is witnessing its worst unrest since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, with protests over economic hardship turning into a challenge to the clerical leadership.
BBC seeks dismissal of Donald Trump's $10B lawsuit
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is seeking to dismiss a $10 billion lawsuit filed by United States President Donald Trump.
Over 1L US visas revoked since Donald Trump became president
The United States State Department has canceled over 100,000 visas since President Donald Trump took office.
Iran admits 2,000 killed in protests; opposition outlet estimates 12,000
Around 2,000 people have been killed in Iran protests since December 28, an Iranian official told Reuters on Tuesday, blaming "terrorists" for the deaths of civilians and security personnel.
Russia killed over 2,500 Ukrainian civilians in 2025: UN body
The United Nations has reported that 2025 was the deadliest year for civilians in Ukraine since Russia's full-scale invasion began in 2022.
Controversy over Palestinian author leads to Adelaide Festival cancellation
The Adelaide Festival, one of Australia's premier cultural events, has been thrown into turmoil after the disinvitation of Australian-Palestinian writer Dr. Randa Abdel-Fattah.
Australian novelist Craig Silvey charged with child exploitation offenses
Australian author Craig Silvey, best known for his award-winning novel Jasper Jones, has been charged with child exploitation offenses.
Why ex-NASA astronaut Mark Kelly has sued Pentagon, Pete Hegseth
United States Senator Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) has filed a lawsuit against the Pentagon and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.
Hindu leader of Sheikh Hasina's party dies in police custody
Proloy Chaki, a prominent Awami League leader and musician, died on Sunday at Rajshahi Medical College Hospital in Bangladesh. He was 60 years old.
'Leave now': US warns citizens to leave protest-hit Iran
The United States has issued a fresh advisory for its citizens in Iran, asking them to leave the country immediately.
Canada's biggest gold heist: Fugitive arrested; another hiding in India
Peel Regional Police have arrested a 43-year-old man, Arsalan Chaudhary, in connection with the largest gold heist in Canadian history.
'We're screwed if...': Trump warns ahead of Supreme Court ruling
United States President Donald Trump has warned of dire consequences if the Supreme Court rules against his tariffs.
Another Hindu, an auto driver, beaten to death in Bangladesh
In a shocking incident, a 28-year-old Hindu auto-rickshaw driver, Samir Das, was beaten and stabbed to death in Daganbhuiyan, Feni district, on Sunday evening.
Iran to hang 26-year-old for 'waging war against God'
Iran is reportedly preparing to execute a 26-year-old protester, Erfan Soltani, who was arrested last week for participating in demonstrations against Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Trump threatens 25% tariff on Iran trade partners, including India
United States President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on countries that continue to do business with Iran, calling the decision "final and conclusive."
Why Bill Gates gave $8B to his ex-wife Melinda
Bill Gates's ex-wife, Melinda French Gates, has transformed her relatively new Pivotal Philanthropies Foundation into one of the biggest private foundations in the US.
Meet Jeddah Tower, a skyscraper taller than Burj Khalifa
Saudi Arabia is on track to complete the Jeddah Tower, which will become the world's tallest building.
Who was Rubina Aminian, Iranian student shot, buried on roadside
Rubina Aminian, a 23-year-old Kurdish fashion student from Iran's Kurdistan Province, was killed during anti-government protests in Tehran.
Russia claims US-made jet with Ukrainian Air Force shot down
A Russian military commander has claimed that a United States-made F-16 fighter jet, operated by the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU), was shot down.
'Greenland's defense is 2 dog sleds': Trump pushes US acquisition
United States President Donald Trump has reiterated his push for the acquisition of Greenland, a self-governing Danish territory.
This Trump donor could bag US island controlled by Venezuela
A 300-acre island in New Jersey, US, may soon change hands from a subsidiary of Venezuela's state-owned oil company to a major supporter of President Donald Trump.