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Gallup: Over a quarter of Gen Z in depression treatment
Gen Z reports significantly lower life satisfaction than Millennials, with over 25% receiving treatment for depression, according to a recent Gallup poll.
Students in Albania's capital clash demanding PM Edi Rama's resignation
Thousands of students in Albania's capital joined an anti-government movement, demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation amid rising living costs and perceived corruption.
Taiz braces as Houthi rebels advance, aid for 800,000 cut
As Houthi forces advance, residents of Taiz face food shortages and rising prices, prompting them to stockpile essentials in anticipation of an impending siege.
Indonesia wildfires produce severe haze across Southeast Asia harming health
Indonesia's wildfires, exacerbated by super-El Nino conditions, have led to severe haze affecting Southeast Asia, with significant health and environmental impacts.
Brazilian Congress approves 40 hours workweek with no pay cuts
Brazil's Congress has passed a constitutional amendment reducing the working week from 44 to 40 hours, a significant win for President Lula ahead of the presidential run-off.
Russia kills 3 in Kirovohrad and Ukraine hits Ryazan refinery
Moscow launched drone attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure, while Kyiv resumed strikes on Russian oil refineries, ignoring Donald Trump's declared "energy ceasefire."
Istanbul sees heaviest rainfall in 84 years, floods kill 2
Two people have died in Istanbul following the heaviest rainfall in 84 years, causing severe flooding and prompting rescue operations for nearly 600 stranded residents.
Ukraine destroys 6 Su-34 million and ignites Rosneft refinery inside Russia
Ukraine's navy reported destroying six Russian Su-34M jets at Borisoglebsk airfield using its Neptune missile system, amid ongoing infrastructure and shipping attacks.
Elon Musk says 'Time for Zelensky to go' amid tensions
Elon Musk urged for Volodymyr Zelensky's removal amid Ukraine's criticism of U.S. support and alleged disruptions to its communications via Musk’s satellite system.
US ramps H-1B J-1 fraud probe to protect American jobs
The Trump administration has increased efforts to combat visa fraud, emphasizing the need for American workers to have fair access to good-paying jobs.
Israel bars pilots and crew from countries without diplomatic ties
Following a hijacking attempt on a flydubai flight, Israel has barred pilots and crew from countries without diplomatic ties, including Pakistan, from entering its airspace.
Austria bans headscarves for girls under 14, sparking protests
Austria's headscarf ban for girls under 14 has sparked protests and legal challenges, highlighting tensions between school regulations and individual religious freedoms.
Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah to visit India in November
Nepal Prime Minister Balen Shah plans his first official bilateral trip to India in November, focusing on infrastructure projects and unresolved border disputes.
Ukraine to hit Russian refineries again, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says
Ukraine will resume attacks on Russian energy infrastructure after Moscow violated an "energy ceasefire" deal, as confirmed by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Trump to decide on sanctioning Russian energy importers, India listed
US President Donald Trump will decide within 10 days on imposing sanctions affecting countries, including India, buying Russian oil and gas, according to US Ambassador Sergio Gor.
Singapore AQI soars to 287 amid Indonesian wildfire haze
Singapore's air quality deteriorated to an unhealthy AQI of 287 due to Indonesian wildfires, significantly surpassing Delhi's moderate AQI of 165 recorded on the same day.
Rifle jam halts Alexandros Paporakis Aurora, Illinois Hindu temple attack
A malfunctioning rifle and a co-worker's alert helped police thwart Alexandros Paporakis's alleged mass shooting plan targeting a Hindu temple in Illinois.
27 children dead after Pakistan school roof collapses
At least 27 children and a female teacher were killed after a roof of a private school collapsed in Peshawar, Pakistan, on Thursday.
Central Kalimantan wildfire smoke turns sky orange, reaches Singapore, Malaysia
A viral video captures Indonesia's sky turning an eerie orange due to wildfires, with toxic smog spreading to Singapore and Malaysia, raising widespread concern online.
Actor Khan ordered to exit India over Mumbai protest
Actor Imran Khan was asked to leave India after joining a protest in Mumbai, following BJP leader Kirit Somaiya's allegations of violating OCI provisions.
Roof collapse at Peshawar private school kills 18, mostly students
A school roof collapse in Peshawar, Pakistan, killed 18 people, including 17 students and a teacher. Over 30 were injured, with rescue operations ongoing to find survivors.
Musk says Trump restricted Ukraine's access to Starlink internet
Elon Musk, the owner of SpaceX, has clarified that the US government was responsible for restricting Ukraine's access to Starshield (Starlink version for governments) satellite internet services.
Europe rejects US plan to unfreeze Russian assets for talks
The US is exploring a plan to unfreeze Russian assets, following a diesel supply deal with Russia, aiming to revive stalled peace talks between Russia and Ukraine.
US visitor visa wait times soar after 32% staffing cuts
Wait times for US visitor visa interviews have surged worldwide due to declining consular staffing, with Indian travelers experiencing significant appointment delays.
India and US near finalizing major trade agreement, Gor says
US Ambassador Sergio Gor announced that major issues in the India-US trade agreement are resolved, with finalization expected soon before Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit.
Israel bars foreign crew from countries lacking diplomatic ties
Israel is enforcing stricter nationality rules for foreign airline crews following a flydubai cockpit incident, affecting airlines like Air France and United Airlines.
UK universities withdraw offers after government tightens student visa rules
British universities are revoking offers to international students, including Indians, due to tightened UK Home Office visa regulations and increased visa application rejections.
Trump administration bars work during permit renewals, hits Indian professionals
The Trump administration's new immigration measures could significantly affect Indian professionals and their families, impacting work permits and visa extension processes.
Rishi Sunak praises India's AI optimism and flags trust hurdle
Former British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak highlights India's optimistic approach to AI, contrasting it with the negative sentiment in Western countries and the US.
Aurora 19-year-old arrested after alleged Hindu temple plot, weapons seized
US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi and Indian-American groups demand action after a 19-year-old's arrest for plotting a mass shooting at an Illinois Hindu temple.
Indonesia drops dry ice over South Sumatra to combat smoke
Indonesia is testing dry ice dispersal in South Sumatra to combat toxic haze from fires, as smoke affects millions and worsens air quality across Southeast Asia.
US teen arrested for plotting mass shooting at Hindu temple
A 19-year-old man, Alexandros Paporakis, has been arrested in the United States for allegedly planning a mass shooting potentially targeting a Hindu temple in the Aurora area, Illinois.
Rep Krishnamoorthi warns Trump's diesel move could fund Russia's war
Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi criticizes President Trump's Russian diesel deal, claiming it funds Moscow's war in Ukraine.
China and North Korea open new 3-km Yalu River bridge
A new bridge connecting China and North Korea has opened, enhancing trade routes after a 12-year delay due to halted construction and strained relations.
Clinton and Tillis press Elon Musk over Ukraine Starlink slowdowns
Hillary Clinton and Senator Thom Tillis expressed concerns over reports of Starlink disruptions in Ukraine, urging Elon Musk to address the issue affecting military operations.
Retired military leaders urge Pentagon to stop Hasan's execution livestream
A group of 72 retired US military leaders urges the government to cancel plans to livestream Nidal Hasan's execution, calling it a "barbaric abuse of authority."
Tanker Yara J burns near Sulina Canal, crew escape safely
A commercial ship caught fire in Romanian territorial waters, prompting crew evacuation, amid escalating shipping risks linked to the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Alexandros Paporakis arrested for allegedly planning Palatine Hindu mass shooting
A 19-year-old in Chicago was detained for planning a mass shooting at a Hindu place of worship, with authorities discovering a manifesto outlining his extremist ideologies.
Trump sends wishes to Pope Leo XIV after cancer surgery
US President Donald Trump expressed his hopes for Pope Leo XIV's recovery following the pontiff's lung cancer surgery, emphasizing the importance of a positive prognosis.
Sean Gardner sentenced to 90 years for recording Mississippi minors
A former youth gymnastics coach, Sean Gardner, received a 90-year prison sentence for secretly recording young female gymnasts undressing at a Mississippi gym.
Trump at Arizona rally calls to execute military information leakers
President Trump, at an Arizona rally, called for executing those who leak US military secrets, citing a recent incident involving Operation Midnight Hammer targeting Iran.
Balendra Shah pitches Himalayan Climate Resilience Mechanism at U.N. Assembly
Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah proposes a Himalayan Climate Resilience Mechanism, aiming to unite regional rivals India and China against shared climate-related disasters.
Florida court upholds House Bill 3 restricting under-14s' social media
A US appeals court has allowed Florida to enforce a law barring children under 14 from accessing social media, dismissing claims that it violates free speech protections.
North Korea tests submarine-launched strategic cruise missiles in East Sea
North Korea has launched two types of submarine-launched strategic cruise missiles into the East Sea, according to state news agency KCNA, amid rising regional tensions.
Trump lifts sanctions, Putin ends ban on Russian diesel
Russian diesel is anticipated to arrive in the US before the Nov. 3 midterm elections, following President Trump's suspension of sanctions on Russian exports.
Rape reported at University of Chicago Alpha Epsilon Pi party
A young woman reported being raped at a University of Chicago frat party, while onlookers cheered and demanded entry, according to a witness.
Aubagne teen opens fire at Joseph Lakanal Middle School
A 14-year-old allegedly opened fire at a middle school in Aubagne, France, injuring two staff members and later claimed he sought revenge for bullying.
Israel boosts military presence ahead of October 27 elections
Israel's military is increasing troop levels across all borders due to heightened escalation risks as the country approaches its October 27 elections.
US Secretary of State Rubio to visit India on energy
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit Jamnagar's Reliance refinery next week, following Elon Musk's criticism of regulatory delays affecting Starlink in India.
Volodymyr Zelensky urges Elon Musk to switch on Starlink
Ukraine's President Zelensky urged Elon Musk to restore full Starlink services amid reported disruptions affecting military operations and US partnership challenges.
3 Indians killed in suspected arson attack in Germany
Three Indian nationals were killed in a fire at a residential building in Bochum, Germany, on Tuesday morning.
Air France bans Pakistan, 30 nations' pilots from Israel flights
Air France has banned Pakistani pilots and crew members from operating flights to and from Israel, saying it is complying with new Israeli restrictions.
Oil and gas drilling about to start in Greenland: Trump
US President Donald Trump has announced that "massive oil, gas and mineral exploitation is getting ready to begin" in Greenland.
Saudi Arabia overturns Hindu man's death sentence over Prophet remarks
Saudi Arabia's Supreme Court has overturned the death sentence of Anojan Sivarasa, a Sri Lankan Hindu migrant worker, following sustained diplomatic and legal efforts by Colombo.
Massive oil, gas drilling about to begin in Greenland: Trump
United States President Donald Trump has claimed that "massive oil, gas and mineral exploitation is getting ready to begin" in Greenland.
Security chiefs didn't wake me up on October 7: Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that security and military chiefs mistook Hamas's preparations for a drill or minor attack before the October 7 assault.
'My president…sorry, my husband': White House press secretary's awkward debut
Katie Zacharia, the newly appointed White House Press Secretary, had a rocky start during her first briefing on Tuesday.
Pope, diagnosed with lung cancer, undergoes surgery
Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer and successfully underwent surgery at Rome's Gemelli Hospital, the Vatican said.
Germany's Nuremberg Airport shuts down after reported air emergency
Germany's Nuremberg Airport has suspended all flight operations due to an aviation emergency.
'Illegal and invalid': China on India's naming of Ladakh places
China has termed India's recent move to standardize names for 28 places in Ladakh as "illegal and invalid."
Robot allegedly gropes 16-year-old in Germany, police seize it
In a bizarre incident in Cologne, Germany, a robot was seized by the police after it allegedly groped a 16-year-old girl.
Pakistan: Officer checks woman's bag, sniffs items on train
A video of a police officer in Pakistan inspecting and allegedly sniffing a tourist's belongings on a train has sparked controversy online.
Bangladesh-China sign $335.78M loan deal for port upgrade near Bengal
Bangladesh has signed a $335.78 million concessional loan agreement with China to expand and modernize the Mongla Port, located 80km from the Indian border.
Massive cyberattack on French supermarkets causes food losses and fires
A massive cyberattack has hit several hundred supermarkets across France, causing major disruptions and damage.
60 countries back EU's declaration opposing strait tolls
Over 60 countries have joined the European Union's (EU) call against the imposition of fees on international shipping routes.
Musk, who alleged 'oligarchy', now faces Bernie Sanders's accusation
United States Senator Bernie Sanders has accused SpaceX founder and CEO Elon Musk of "oligarchy."
With $276M, Musk emerges as biggest Trump backer in midterms
Elon Musk has emerged as the biggest donor for the Republican Party in the 2026 midterm elections, donating at least $276 million since July.
Pakistan: 4 dead, 30 injured as passenger train derails
A passenger train derailed in Sher Shah city of Punjab province, Pakistan, on Tuesday.
Houthis 'misbehaving very badly,' says Trump after attacks
United States President Donald Trump has slammed Yemen's Houthi rebels for their recent attacks on Saudi Arabia, saying the group is "misbehaving very badly."
Russia hits 6 Ukrainian energy sites after Trump's ceasefire claim
Russian forces have attacked six Ukrainian energy facilities, hours after United States President Donald Trump announced an energy ceasefire between the two nations.
North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles, reports South Korea
North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles off its east coast on Monday, South Korea's military reported.
Robert E Hall, Michael Woodford awarded Nobel Prize in Economics
The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has awarded the 2026 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel to Robert E Hall and Michael Woodford "for microeconomic foundations of macroeconomic stabilization."
UK PM says Russia interfered in Brexit referendum
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has confirmed that Russia interfered in the Brexit referendum.
Yemen conflict: 1,500 flights disrupted in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is facing massive flight disruptions with nearly 1,500 cancellations across three major airports. The chaos comes after recent attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels.
CCTV captures moment Houthi missile hit Riyadh airport, killing 13
New CCTV footage has been released by Al Arabiya, which shows the moment a Houthi missile struck King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.
Pakistan government imposes governor's rule in Imran Khan's stronghold
In a major political development, Pakistan's government has imposed governor's rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, suspending the administration led by former Prime Minister Imran Khan's party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).
Nepal flash-flood sweeps away 40 houses, 6 bridges; 10 missing
Nearly 40 houses and six bridges were washed away after a flash flood struck central Nepal in the Manaslu trekking region on Sunday morning.
US response to Hormuz plan 'insufficient': Iran
Iran has rejected the United States's response to its seven conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Russia attacks Ukraine, despite Trump's 'energy ceasefire' announcement
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused Russia of attacking its energy infrastructure, despite a ceasefire deal earlier announced by United States President Donald Trump.
Saudi Arabia: 1 killed, 11 injured in 2nd airport attack
A projectile struck the King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday night.
Trump declares 'energy ceasefire' in Russia-Ukraine war
United States President Donald Trump has declared an "energy ceasefire" in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
Djibouti boat capsizes, leaving 109, including 15 children, dead
A tragic maritime disaster off the coast of Djibouti has left at least 109 people dead, including 15 children.
Meghan Markle, Malala Yousafzai join forces for girls' education
The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, has revealed the purpose of her high-profile meeting with Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai.
'Get new leader': Trump after Zelenskyy's Russia-US diesel deal criticism
United States President Donald Trump has suggested that it's "time for Ukraine to get a new president."
Israel's president invites Smit Machchhar to receive civilian heroism award
Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian pilot who averted hijacking of a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, has been invited by Israeli President Isaac Herzog.
After airport attack, Trump says Saudi Arabia can defend itself
United States President Donald Trump has expressed confidence in Saudi Arabia's ability to defend itself after a deadly attack at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.
Will Atlantic or Pacific be renamed Trump Ocean?
US President Donald Trump has floated the idea of renaming either the Atlantic or Pacific Ocean as 'Trump Ocean' or 'Ocean of the Americas.'
Trump suggests Ukraine elect new president, blames Zelenskyy for war
US President Donald Trump has suggested that Ukraine should elect a new president, blaming Volodymyr Zelenskyy for not securing peace with Russia.
WHO doesn't know what killed anti-plague lab worker in Russia
Russia has confirmed the death of a Russian laboratory worker at an anti-plague research center in Siberia.
Flash flood in Nepal's Gorkha district washes away houses, bridges
A devastating flash flood struck Nepal's Gorkha district on Sunday, sweeping away over 35 houses and bridges.
Saudi Arabia: 12 dead, over 300 injured in missile attack
A missile attack on the passenger terminal of King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has left at least 12 people dead and over 300 injured.
US-Iran conflict escalates as Houthi rebels attack Saudi Arabia
The conflict between the United States and Iran has intensified, with recent explosions at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
'Disgraceful': Trump slams Norway over 2026 Nobel Peace Prize winner
US President Donald Trump has once again voiced his displeasure over not being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.
India rejects Pakistan's nuclear blackmail attempts at UNGA
India has firmly rejected Pakistan's attempts at nuclear blackmail during a United Nations General Assembly meeting.
Trump appoints Katie Zacharia as new White House press secretary
United States President Donald Trump has appointed Katie Zacharia as the new White House press secretary.
Trump announces Russian diesel supply deal amid Iran conflict
United States President Donald Trump has announced a major diesel release deal with Russia's Vladimir Putin, as he eased war sanctions on Moscow.