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Video: Ilhan Omar sprayed with unknown substance in syringe
United States Representative Ilhan Omar was sprayed with an unknown substance by a man during a town hall meeting in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Philippines mayor attacked with rocket on camera; he survives
Akmad Ampatuan, the mayor of Shariff Aguak in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines, survived an assassination attempt on Wednesday.
H-1B visa interview dates deferred until 2027: What's the reason?
The United States consulates in India have reportedly pushed back H-1B visa stamping interview appointments to 2027.
'Very deep poverty' level worst in 30 years in Britain
A report released on Tuesday by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation (JRF) has revealed that poverty in Britain has deepened, with around 6.8 million people now living in "very deep poverty." This is the highest level recorded in three decades.
Yunus regime promulgates ordinance granting immunity to 2024 uprising participants
The interim government of Muhammad Yunus in Bangladesh has introduced an ordinance that shields participants of the 2024 July-August uprising from legal action.
US, India launch joint working group against drug trafficking
The United States and India have launched a joint initiative to tackle drug trafficking and narco-terrorism.
Hundreds feared dead in Mediterranean migrant shipwrecks: UN body
The International Organization for Migration (IOM), a body of the United Nations, has expressed grave concern over recent reports of multiple deadly shipwrecks in the central Mediterranean.
How US plans to reduce rare earth reliance on China
The US government has announced a major investment of $1.6 billion in USA Rare Earth, a significant player in the rare earth minerals sector.
New Iran videos show bodies piled in hospital: Report
Newly verified videos from Iran show a gruesome crackdown on protesters, with bodies piled up in hospitals and snipers on rooftops.
Trump shows retreat signs as backlash grows over Minnesota killing
The White House is showing signs of retreat after the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis.
Airports adopt COVID-like-measures to combat virus with 75% mortality rate
Airports in Asia have stepped up health surveillance and travel screening after an outbreak of the Nipah virus in eastern India.
India slams Pakistan at UNSC for 'legitimizing terrorism', spreading falsehoods
India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Parvathaneni Harish, has accused Pakistan of spreading falsehoods and sponsoring terrorism.
'Europe can't defend itself without the US': NATO chief
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has warned that Europe cannot defend itself without the United States.
'US sacrificed more...': Trump aide slams EU over India deal
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has criticized the European Union (EU) for finalizing a trade deal with India while negotiations between India and the US are still ongoing.
US aircraft carrier, warships reach Middle East amid Iran tensions
The United States Navy's USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group has reached the Middle East region after being diverted from Indo-Pacific operations.
US winter storm leaves millions without power, 29 dead
The United States of America is in the grips of a powerful winter storm that resulted in the deaths of at least 29 people and caused widespread disruptions.
Carney likely to visit India as Canada's trade focus shifts
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to visit India in the first week of March, Dinesh Patnaik, India's High Commissioner to Canada, said in an interview.
Why 50,000 new Green Cards are up for grabs
A recent pause on immigrant visas for 75 countries, which started on January 21, could lead to an estimated 50,000 unused family-based Green Card quotas being transferred to employment-based categories by 2027.
This US university spent $3.25M on H-1B visas since 2020
Texas A&M University has spent over $3.25 million on H-1B visa sponsorships since 2020, according to records obtained by The Dallas Express.
Trump extends greetings to India on Republic Day
United States President Donald Trump has sent his Republic Day greetings to India.
Who is Imaan Mazari, Pakistani lawyer jailed over 'anti-state' posts
A Pakistani court has sentenced prominent human rights lawyer Imaan Mazari and her husband, Hadi Ali Chattha, to prison for "anti-state" social media posts.
NASA satellite captures Kamchatka buried under record snowfall
The Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia is currently facing an unprecedentedly severe winter, with nearly six meters of snow falling in just two months.
Hospitalized protesters were shot in head, doctors tell Iranian outlet
More than 36,500 Iranians were killed by security forces during the January 8-9 crackdown on nationwide protests, according to documents reviewed by Iran International's Editorial Board.
Secret 'discombobulator' weapon was used in Maduro raid: Trump
United States President Donald Trump has revealed that a secret weapon, dubbed "The Discombobulator," was used to disable Venezuelan equipment during the capture of Nicolas Maduro.
Top China General accused of selling nuclear secrets to US
China's most senior military officer, General Zhang Youxia, is under investigation for allegedly leaking sensitive information about the country's nuclear weapons program to the United States, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal.
Has UAE abandoned Pakistan airport deal after president's India visit?
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has reportedly canceled its plan to operate Islamabad International Airport.
'Good neighbors, friends': Xi Jinping's Republic Day message for India
Chinese President Xi Jinping has extended warm wishes to India on its 77th Republic Day.
'Clear affront': Bangladesh reacts to Sheikh Hasina's India speech
Bangladesh has expressed concern over Sheikh Hasina being allowed to address a public gathering in New Delhi.
Several dead, thousands without power as winter storm hits US
A major winter storm has hit the United States, killing at least seven people and leaving hundreds of thousands without power.
Ferry with over 350 people aboard sinks in southern Philippines
A ferry, the M/V Trisha Kerstin 3, sank off Basilan province in the southern Philippines early Monday morning.
Canada rules out China trade deal after Trump's tariff threat
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has ruled out a free trade agreement with China.
'US-India share...': Rubio extends Republic Day greetings amid strained ties
United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken has extended his greetings to India on its 77th Republic Day.
Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei 'in hiding' after Trump's threat: Report
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has reportedly retreated to a fortified underground shelter in Tehran amid fears of a possible United States airstrike, according to the UK-based news operator, Iran International.
Indian-origin man shot dead in Canada's Burnaby, gang war suspected
An Indian-origin man, Dilraj Singh Gill, was shot dead in Burnaby, Canada, on January 22.
13,000 flights canceled as massive winter storm paralyzes United States
A massive winter storm has wreaked havoc across the United States, affecting around 140 million people.
'15 minutes to comply...': Venezuela President claims in leaked video
In a leaked video recording, Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez has claimed that United States forces gave her and other cabinet members 15 minutes to comply with their demands or face death.
Bangladesh: Hindu garage worker burnt alive while asleep
A 23-year-old Hindu man was murdered in Bangladesh's Narsingdi district, raising fresh concerns over minority safety.
Minneapolis Man shot by Federal agents was ICU nurse
The 37-year-old man who was shot and killed by federal officers in Minneapolis, United States of America, on January 24 has been identified as Alex Pretti. His family confirmed his identity hours after his death.
Videos emerge of US Federal agents shooting Minneapolis man
Newly released videos have captured the harrowing moments when federal immigration officers fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Jeffrey Pretti in Minneapolis.
'If Governor Carney…': Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariff
United States President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 100% tariff on all Canadian goods if Canada strikes a trade deal with China.
Ukraine-Russia-US trilateral talks wrap up amid deadly airstrike on Kyiv
Trilateral peace talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the United States have concluded. The two-day negotiations ended without a clear resolution but are set to continue next week in Abu Dhabi.
'Confused clown': Iran minister attacks Zelenskyy for remarks against regime
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has hit back at Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after the latter accused Iran's leadership of killing its own people to stay in power.
Sheikh Hasina blasts Bangladesh interim regime from Indian exile
In her first public address from India, exiled Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has called on citizens to rise against the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus.
US may roll back 25% tariffs on India: Treasury Secretary
United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has hinted at a possible rollback of the 25% tariffs on India.
US signals openness to ties with Bangladesh's Jamaat-e-Islami: Report
The United States is reportedly looking to strengthen its ties with the Jamaat-e-Islami party in Bangladesh ahead of the upcoming February elections, according to a report by The Washington Post.
Pakistan: 7 killed, 25 injured in suicide bombing at wedding
A suicide bomber detonated an explosive vest at a wedding ceremony in Dera Ismail Khan district of northwest Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Friday.
Indian woman, 3 relatives shot dead by husband in US
A shooting incident involving people of Indian origin in Lawrenceville, Georgia, United States, has left four people dead.
'China will eat them up...': Trump slams Canada over Greenland
United States President Donald Trump has slammed Canada for rejecting his proposed missile defense project, the "Golden Dome," over Greenland.
Ukraine-Russia-US talks begin in UAE, Donbas region a sticking point
High-level talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the United States have commenced in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Bangladesh plans new barrage on Padma as Farrakka talks stall
The Bangladesh Water Development Board (BWDB) is set to launch the long-awaited Padma Barrage project, with an estimated cost of 50,443.64 crore Taka (₹37,895 crore).
Musk returns to US politics after ugly spat with Trump
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and the world's richest man, is re-entering the political scene in the United States ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Russia, Ukraine, US hold trilateral peace talks for 1st time
For the first time since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the United States, Russia, and Ukraine are holding trilateral peace talks.
'Watching Iran': Trump as massive naval armada heads toward Gulf
United States President Donald Trump has said that a large naval force is heading toward the Gulf.
'Scientifically reckless': US exits WHO, abandons $260M debt
The United States has officially exited the World Health Organization (WHO), a year after President Donald Trump announced the decision.
Japan halts restart of world's largest nuclear plant after glitch
Japan has suspended the restart of its Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant, the world's largest by potential capacity.
After blasting Carney, Trump disinvites Canada to 'board of peace'
United States President Donald Trump has withdrawn an invitation for Canada to join his "board of peace" initiative.
Grandmother, grandson dead, 9 missing after landslides in New Zealand
A devastating landslide at Mount Maunganui Beachside Holiday Park in New Zealand has left at least six people missing, with an additional three campers feared missing.
ICE detains 5-year-old after using him to 'bait' Ecuadorian father
United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers have detained a five-year-old boy in Minnesota after allegedly using him as bait to arrest his father.
India absent from Trump's 'Board of Peace' launch at Davos
United States President Donald Trump has launched a "Board of Peace" at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
Gunman shoots dead ex-girlfriend, 2 others on Bondi mourning day
In a shocking incident, a gunman killed two people and seriously injured another in Lake Cargelligo, New South Wales on Thursday.
Trump officially unveils 'Board of Peace' in Davos
United States President Donald Trump has officially launched his "Board of Peace" at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
Bangladesh election campaign kicks off ahead of February 12 vote
The campaign for Bangladesh's general elections, scheduled for February 12, 2026, has officially begun. This is the first election since the overthrow of Sheikh Hasina's government in 2024.
7 more countries agree to join Trump's 'Board of peace'
United States President Donald Trump has announced that seven more countries have agreed to join his "Board of Peace."
'What the hell happened?' Trump on Macron wearing sunglasses indoors
United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday took a jibe at French President Emmanuel Macron for wearing sunglasses at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
'Canada lives because of US, remember that:' Trump jabs Carney
United States President Donald Trump has claimed that Canada owes its existence to the US while delivering a speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
'No alternative': What EU said on freezing US trade deal
The European Union has put a trade deal with the United States on hold, following President Donald Trump's repeated threats to take over Greenland.
Trump announces 'framework' for Greenland deal; drops NATO tariff threat
United States President Donald Trump has announced a "framework" for a future deal on Greenland after discussions with NATO officials.
'US keeping whole world afloat': Trump on tariffs at Davos
United States President Donald Trump said he imposed tariffs on different countries with large economic deficits.
Trump renews demand for Greenland at Davos; calls Denmark 'ungrateful'
United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday reiterated his demand for control of Greenland in Davos, arguing that "no nation or...nations is in any position to be able to secure Greenland, other than the US."
'Europe no longer recognizable': Trump at Davos
United States President Donald Trump opened his speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on Wednesday by sharply criticizing Europe, telling a crowded convention hall full of European officials that parts of their continent were "not even recognizable."
'Unprecedented crisis' after India's Indus Treaty move: Pakistan tells UN
Pakistan has approached the United Nations, expressing grave concerns over India's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty.
California's Coachella Valley experiences 150 seismic disturbances in 24 hours
Southern California has been rocked by a series of earthquakes, with the Coachella Valley alone recording over 150 tremors in less than 24 hours.