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North Korea fires missiles as South Korean leader visits China
North Korea launched several ballistic missiles into the sea on the same day South Korean President Lee Jae Myung began his visit to China.
Venezuela's Supreme Court appoints Delcy Rodriguez as interim president
Venezuela's Supreme Court has appointed Vice President Delcy Rodriguez as interim president after the capture of President Nicolas Maduro by United States forces.
NYC Mayor Mamdani opposes US military action in Venezuela
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has publicly opposed the United States's military action against Venezuela.
'Operation Absolute Resolve': How US captured Venezuela's Maduro
United States President Donald Trump announced at 4:21 (EST) Saturday that the US had successfully captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores.
How dramatic strike raid by US captured Maduro
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was captured in a United States military operation in Caracas. The operation was carried out by an elite unit of the US Army known as Delta Force.
'US to run Venezuela for now': Trump's big announcement
United States President Donald Trump has announced that his country will take over the administration of Venezuela until a "safe, proper, and judicious transition" can be made.
US indicts Maduro for narco-terrorism after capture in Venezuela
The United States has indicted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, on charges of narco-terrorism and cocaine importation.
World leaders react to US strike, capture of Venezuela's Maduro
The United States launched a "large-scale strike" on Venezuela, with US officials claiming that President Nicolas Maduro has been captured.
Why US attacked Venezuela, 'captured' President Nicolás Maduro
The United States has launched a "large-scale strike" on Venezuela, claiming to have captured President Nicolás Maduro.
Bangladesh: Hindu businessman stabbed, set on fire, dies
A Hindu businessman in Bangladesh, Khokon Chandra Das, succumbed to his injuries on Saturday morning after being attacked and set on fire by a mob on New Year's Eve.
Once friends, Saudi Arabia, UAE turn rivals in Yemen
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), once close allies, are now on opposing sides in Yemen's civil war.
Who is Nicolas Maduro? Venezuelan president 'captured' after US strikes
United States President Donald Trump announced the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, on Truth Social.
US captures Venezuela's Maduro, wife in 'large-scale strike': Trump
United States President Donald Trump has announced the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and his wife.
Iran protests: Ambassador condemns 'unlawful threats' in letter to UN
Iran has urged the United Nations (UN) to condemn United States President Donald Trump's "reckless and provocative statements" regarding ongoing protests in the country.
Maduro declares emergency in Venezuela over US 'attack'
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has declared a national emergency after reported United States military strikes in the capital, Caracas, calling on people to mobilise to "defeat this imperialist aggression."
Prince Harry won't return to his charity amid leadership dispute
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, will not return to Sentebale, the HIV/AIDS charity he co-founded with Prince Seeiso of Lesotho in 2006.
Who is Zelenskyy's new chief of staff, General Kyrylo Budanov?
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed General Kyrylo Budanov as his new chief of staff, officially the Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine. The appointment comes at a crucial time in the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Multiple explosions heard in Caracas amid US-Venezuela tensions
The Venezuelan capital, Caracas, was rocked by multiple explosions early Saturday. At least seven explosions were reported, with residents also hearing gunfire in several neighborhoods.
'Unwavering support to Bharat': Baloch rights activist writes to Jaishankar
A prominent Baloch leader and human rights activist, Mir Yar Baloch, has raised concerns about the growing Beijing-Islamabad alliance.
Nepal: Plane carrying 55 veers off runway while landing
A Buddha Air turboprop passenger aircraft, an ATR 72-500, veered off the runway while landing at Bhadrapur Airport in Nepal.
Billion-dollar Bitcoin hacker gets early prison release thanks to Trump
Ilya Lichtenstein, the notorious hacker who stole billions in Bitcoin, has been released from prison after serving just over a year of his five-year sentence.
FBI foils 'ISIS-inspired' teen's New Year's Eve attack in US
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) announced on Friday that it thwarted a potential terrorist attack planned for New Year's Eve in North Carolina.
'China may deploy troops': Baloch leader appeals to Jaishankar
A Baloch leader, Mir Yar Baloch, has warned that China could deploy military forces in Pakistan's Balochistan region within the next few months.
Trump warns US will intervene if Iran 'violently kills' protesters
United States President Donald Trump has threatened to intervene in Iran's ongoing unrest if the Iranian government "violently" suppresses peaceful protests.
'We're thinking of you': Zohran Mamdani writes to Umar Khalid
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has sent a handwritten note to jailed activist Umar Khalid.
Switzerland declares 5-day mourning after ski resort fire kills 40
Switzerland has declared a five-day mourning period after a devastating fire at a bar in the Alpine ski resort of Crans-Montana.
Why Iran is seeing biggest protests since 2022
Iran has been rocked by protests since Sunday over the country's drastic currency devaluation amid deteriorating economic conditions.
Kim Jong-un's daughter makes 1st public visit to state mausoleum
Kim Jong-un's daughter, Kim Ju Ae, made her first public visit to the Kumsusan Mausoleum in Pyongyang.
Telangana student dies after jumping from burning apartment in Germany
A 22-year-old engineering student from Telangana, Thokala Hruthik Reddy, died after jumping from his apartment during a fire in Germany on December 31.
Zelenskyy says peace deal with Russia '90% ready'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced that a peace deal to end the war with Russia is "90% ready."
Another Hindu man attacked, set on fire in Bangladesh
In another shocking incident of mob violence in Bangladesh, a 50-year-old Hindu man was attacked and set ablaze.
All about Crans-Montana, Swiss town where fire killed dozens
A fire broke out at a bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana during New Year's celebrations, with local reports suggesting that the death toll could be in the 40s and over 100 people injured.
Xi vows to reunify China-Taiwan in New Year's Eve speech
Chinese President Xi Jinping has reiterated his commitment to reunifying China and Taiwan in his annual New Year's Eve address.
Trump mocks Clooneys over French citizenship, calls them 'worst prognosticators'
United States President Donald Trump has mocked actor George Clooney and his wife Amal for becoming French citizens.
40 killed in explosion at Swiss ski resort bar
An explosion rocked the upscale Alpine ski resort town of Crans Montana in Switzerland on January 1, killing several and injuring many others.
Air India pilot detained in Vancouver after smelling of liquor
An Air India pilot was detained at Vancouver International Airport on December 23, 2025, for allegedly smelling of alcohol.
Mamdani takes oath as NYC's first Muslim mayor on Quran
Zohran Mamdani took oath as New York City's new mayor after midnight on New Year's Day.
CIA finds 'Ukrainian drone' wasn't targeting Putin's residence
The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has reportedly concluded that Ukraine was not aiming for a residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin in a recent drone strike.
6.0-magnitude quake strikes Japan
A powerful earthquake of 6.0 magnitude struck off the coast of Japan on New Year's Eve, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported.
Chinese ships withdraw after drills; Taiwan still on high alert
Taiwan is still on high alert on Wednesday after China conducted large-scale military drills around the island.
Iran: Student protests erupt over economic crisis
Student protests have erupted in Iran, with demonstrations spreading to at least 10 universities across the country, according to The National.
Russia releases footage of 'Ukrainian' drone attack on Putin's residence
Russia has released a video claiming it shows the wreckage of a drone shot down near President Vladimir Putin's home in northwest Russia.
Poland mandates bomb shelters in new buildings amid Russian threat
Amid rising regional tensions and the ongoing war in Ukraine, Poland has launched a multi-billion-euro project to overhaul its civil defense system.
New Zealand welcomes 2026 with fireworks
Auckland, New Zealand, has become the first major city to welcome 2026 with a spectacular fireworks display. The show was held at Sky Tower, the country's tallest structure.
South Korea won't charge visa fee from Indian group tourists
South Korea has decided to extend its visa processing fee waiver for group tourists from India and five other countries.
12 years after plane vanished, robots begin search for MH370
The search for the wreckage of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 (MH370) has resumed in the Indian Ocean, over a decade after it mysteriously vanished.
Tiny Pacific nation becomes first place to welcome 2026
Kiritimati Island in the Republic of Kiribati, located in the central Pacific Ocean, has entered January 1, 2026.
Canada could have 1M undocumented Indian immigrants by mid-2026: Report
Canada could be facing an unprecedented surge in undocumented immigrants, with Indians making up a significant portion.
Jaishankar hands over Modi's condolence letter to Khaleda Zia's son
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has conveyed India's condolences to Bangladesh on the death of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia.
US immigration fees is going up: Who are affected?
Starting tomorrow, the United States will increase certain immigration-related fees.
Think tank warns of potential India-Pakistan conflict in 2026
A report by the United States-based Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) has warned of a "moderate likelihood" of armed conflict between India and Pakistan in 2026. The prediction is based on heightened terrorist activity in Kashmir.
293 killed in mob attacks in Bangladesh since Hasina's ouster
Ain O Salish Kendra (ASK), a prominent human rights organization in Bangladesh, has reported a sharp rise in mob violence under the interim government of Muhammad Yunus.
Trump slams the Kennedys soon after JFK's granddaughter's untimely death
Tatiana Schlossberg, the daughter of diplomat Caroline Kennedy and her artist-husband Edwin Schlossberg, has passed away at the age of 35.
Did Pakistan army chief Asim Munir's daughter marry her cousin?
Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir recently hosted a wedding ceremony for his daughter, Mahnoor, at the army headquarters in Rawalpindi.
Thailand frees 18 Cambodian soldiers captured in July
Thailand has released 18 Cambodian soldiers who were captured during border clashes in July.
Thieves drill into Germany bank vault, steal $35 million
In a brazen heist, robbers broke into the vault of a German savings bank in Gelsenkirchen, stealing cash, gold and jewelry worth around €30 million ($35 million).
Israel to ban several aid agencies from Gaza starting 2026
Israel has announced a ban on more than two dozen humanitarian organizations from operating in Gaza starting January 1, 2026.
Tatiana Schlossberg, JFK's granddaughter, dies of cancer at 35
Tatiana Schlossberg, the daughter of Caroline Kennedy and Edwin Schlossberg, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 35.
Osman Hadi's murder accused claims he's in Dubai, denies role
Faisal Karim Masud, a prime suspect in the murder of student leader Osman Hadi, has denied his involvement in the crime.
UAE to withdraw forces from Yemen after Saudi Arabia's strike
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced the withdrawal of its forces from Yemen, ending its "counterterrorism" operations in the country.
Bangladesh ex-PM Khaleda Zia's funeral today; Jaishankar to attend
The funeral of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia will take place on Wednesday, with full state honors.
After Trump, China claims credit for mediating India-Pakistan ceasefire
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has claimed that China played a mediating role in the recent tensions between India and Pakistan.
Eurostar halts all trains amid peak season; London-Paris disrupted
Eurostar has suspended all train services between London and major European cities, including Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam, a report by AFP stated.
Iran: Protests boil over over currency's plunge to record low
Iran has witnessed its largest protests in three years as the country's currency, the rial, plunged to a record low against the US dollar.
Yunus recalls India envoy, sends him back after consultations: Report
Bangladesh has officially recalled its High Commissioner to India, M Riaz Hamidullah, in what is being termed a "consultative recall."
Israel creates peace prize for Donald Trump after Nobel snub
United States President Donald Trump will be awarded the 'Israel Prize for Peace' by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Hindu worker shot in Bangladesh factory, 3rd killing in fortnight
A Hindu security guard at a garment factory in Bangladesh's Mymensingh district was shot dead on Monday.