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Reuters/Ipsos: Donald Trump's GOP approval dips amid tariff inflation concerns
Donald Trump's approval rating has plummeted among Republicans, with many citing economic concerns and rising inflation as key issues ahead of the November 3 midterm elections.
Navi Pillay wins Nobel Peace Prize despite Israeli government criticism
Navi Pillay's Nobel Peace Prize win was celebrated by human rights advocates globally, while Israel criticized the decision, calling it a "grotesque weaponisation" of the award.
U.N. warns Gaza needs shelter, El Nino threatens 2 million
Almost all of Gaza's population requires shelter support as El Nino threatens severe flooding, with aid restricted due to Israeli constraints, the UN migration agency reports.
Navi Pillay wins Nobel Peace Prize and teases Donald Trump
Navi Pillay, recently awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, humorously suggested sharing her accolade with Donald Trump during a light-hearted moment captured on video.
Gotabaya Rajapaksa seeks Supreme Court protection from antiterrorism arrest
Former Sri Lankan president Gotabaya Rajapaksa has approached the Supreme Court for protection from arrest under anti-terrorism laws related to the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings.
French students plan protests after police clashes, U.N. urges calm
French students are organizing new demonstrations over education issues, as the UN expresses concern about violence during recent protests involving high school blockades.
China issues guidelines to monitor AI, hold reckless investors accountable
China has introduced guidelines to monitor AI safety and accountability, while promoting the development of a low-altitude economy involving civilian drones and air taxis.
Sri Lanka is not helping 19 Iranian ships stranded offshore
Sri Lanka is cautiously navigating diplomatic waters as 19 Iranian ships, facing shortages of essential supplies, remain anchored near its coast amid potential US sanctions.
UK sanctions Cryptomus, Heleket and Certa Payments allegedly aiding Russia
Britain has sanctioned three cryptocurrency exchanges, accusing them of aiding Russia in evading financial sanctions through transactions involving the Kremlin-backed A7 network.
Shehbaz Sharif again backs Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reiterated his support for Donald Trump's Nobel Peace Prize nomination, despite the 2026 award going to South African jurist Navi Pillay.
Iran's embassy says US, Israel fuel West Asia instability
Iran accused the US and Israel of destabilizing West Asia, citing military actions and support for Tel Aviv as sources of regional insecurity.
India says US suspension of tech firms hinders green cards
The Ministry of External Affairs criticized the US for suspending tech firms from the PERM programme, stating it could hinder Green Card processes and shared bilateral goals.
Gov. DeSantis halts execution of William Thompson, 74, citing dementia
William Thompson, one of Florida's longest-serving death row inmates, was spared execution due to dementia, 50 years after his conviction for a brutal torture murder.
Unions and advocates sue Trump administration over green card rules
Labor unions and immigrant groups have sued the Trump administration over new green card policies, citing potential harm to eligible immigrants.
Shehbaz Sharif condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi airports, cites pact
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi airports and reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement with Saudi Arabia.
India criticizes US Vice President JD Vance over PERM remarks
India criticized US Vice President JD Vance's remarks on Indian professionals, highlighting their significant contributions to the American economy and innovation ecosystem.
China establishes military base in Laos to train Laotian pilots
China has inaugurated a new military outpost in northwestern Laos, transforming a former CIA-operated airfield into the China-Laos Joint Support and Training Center.
US commentator's false claim linked immigration rules to Indian stocks
A top US official, Anthony D’Esposito, faced backlash for amplifying false claims about the Indian stock market collapsing due to recent US immigration curbs.
Many Norwegians call to suspend Nobel Peace Prize until 2029
Many Norwegians advocate suspending the Nobel Peace Prize until 2029, fearing that awarding it during Trump's presidency could undermine global peace efforts.
Gavin Newsom declares state emergency as El Nino threatens coasts
California faces a challenging winter as it braces for severe floods, fires, and storms due to an exceptionally strong El Niño and ongoing climate change impacts.
AI powered cyberattacks surge across South Korea and Japan
South Korean and Japanese companies are grappling with a surge in cyberattacks, as AI tools empower criminals with limited technical skills to execute sophisticated breaches.
Lancet Oncology finds 2.3 million new infection-linked cancers worldwide 2024
A recent study reveals that infections contribute to approximately one in eight cancer cases worldwide, highlighting the importance of prevention, early detection, and treatment.
Kashmiri filmmaker detained by ICE released on bond
Kashmiri filmmaker Arfat Sheikh has been released from the custody of the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on bond.
India urges UN General Assembly greater role in secretary-general selection
India has advocated for a more significant role for the United Nations General Assembly in selecting the next secretary-general, emphasizing necessary reforms.
'Indentured servants': JD Vance criticizes H-1B visa practices
United States Vice President JD Vance has accused tech giant Microsoft of abusing the H-1B visa system to replace American workers with cheaper foreign labor.
Filmmaker Sheikh released on bond after Washington Dulles Airport detention
Award-winning Kashmiri filmmaker Arfat Sheikh was released on bond after two weeks in ICE custody; he had sought asylum in the US following his 2019 arrival on a student visa.
India, Liberia condemn Gulf and Black Sea attacks killing seafarers
India and Liberia have denounced recent attacks on commercial ships and seafarers, urging an immediate halt to hostilities to protect maritime trade and crew members' lives.
US won't attack Iran before midterm elections, says Trump
United States President Donald Trump has ruled out any military action against Iran before the upcoming midterm elections on November 3.
Raja Krishnamoorthi praises Smit Machchhar after Copilot attack, 172 saved
US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi honoured Flydubai captain Smit Machchhar for his bravery in saving 172 passengers and crew after a cockpit attack.
Advay Jain of New Jersey becomes youngest male author
At just three years old, Advay Jain from New Jersey has become the youngest male to publish a book, inspired by his preschool lunchtime experiences.
Sivarasa Anojan sentenced to death in Saudi over Facebook comment
Sivarasa Anojan, a Sri Lankan Hindu migrant worker, faces the death penalty in Saudi Arabia over a Facebook comment about Islam, prompting his family to plead for clemency.
US imposes Operation Economic Outcast sanctions on Iran's oil network
The United States has announced new sanctions targeting 27 companies, six individuals, and 22 vessels to disrupt Iran's oil trade and alleged sanctions-evasion networks.
Putin pledges help to calm Middle East conflict with Iran
Russian President Vladimir Putin has vowed to assist in resolving the Middle East conflict, emphasizing Russia's commitment during talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.
US Labor Department launches task force to fight visa fraud
The Trump administration has introduced a visa fraud strike team while suspending Microsoft and other IT giants from the green card sponsorship process amid immigration scrutiny.
Christa Pike survives botched Tennessee execution, recovering with memory issues
Christa Pike's legal team is appealing to Governor Bill Lee to commute her sentence to life without parole, following her survival of a failed execution attempt in Tennessee.
Zelenskyy criticizes US demands Starlink access after attacks killed 78
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused the US of reluctance to aid Ukraine as Russian strikes killed 78 people in two days, urging expanded access to Starlink for defense.
US issues travel alert after King Khalid International Airport attacks
The US Mission in Saudi Arabia has warned American citizens of potential flight disruptions following attacks on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport.
Jane Doe texts reveal fallout after alleged Cornell gang rape
Newly revealed texts show Jane Doe telling a frat brother, "Our body our choice," after the alleged gang rape, as she initially reassured him of consensual sex.
California orders Rek to stop human versus robot fights
The California State Athletic Commission issued a cease-and-desist letter to a startup hosting unsanctioned human versus robot matches, demanding compliance with state regulations.
Army Chief Asim Munir wants to split Pakistan's provinces
Field Marshal Asim Munir proposes dividing Pakistan's four large provinces into smaller states, potentially creating 12 to 15 new provinces, aiming for more effective governance.
Elon Musk receives National Medal of Science from President Trump
US President Donald Trump awarded Elon Musk the National Medal of Science, praising him as a "modern-day Thomas Edison" during the "A New Golden Age" summit.
Hyderabad lawyer sets official court seat ablaze over delayed judgment
In Hyderabad, Pakistan, lawyer Sikander Bhatti allegedly set his courtroom seat ablaze after a judge refused to issue a long-awaited judgment in a civil land dispute case.
US sanctions Mumbai companies and 5 Indian nationals over petroleum
The US imposed sanctions on two Mumbai-based firms and five Indian nationals for their involvement in trading petroleum products from Iran, as part of Operation Economic Outcast.
Christa Pike survives execution, directs meal funds to Nashville homeless
Christa Pike declined a last meal before her failed execution, requesting instead that the allowance be used to buy pizza for homeless people in Nashville.
Captain Smit Machchhar to receive Israel's top civilian hero award
Captain Smit Machchhar will receive Israel's highest civilian bravery award for thwarting a hijacking attempt on a flydubai plane, saving 174 lives despite being seriously injured.
Gavin Newsom mulls commuting 563 California death sentences before his term ends in January 2027
California Governor Gavin Newsom is contemplating clemency for 563 death row inmates following Tennessee's failed execution of Christa Pike.
Judge extends CNN MS now Politico access to White House
A federal judge extended a temporary order allowing CNN, MS NOW, and Politico access to the White House as their lawsuit against the Trump administration proceeds.
Iran executes 25 year old Alireza Sepahi after phone wedding
An Iranian protester, Alireza Sepahi, was executed just hours after marrying his fiancée, Mahshad Keshani, in a prison ceremony conducted over the phone.
US suspends Microsoft, Infosys, Wipro, TCS from green card program
The United States has suspended several major technology companies from its Program Electronic Review Management (PERM) labor certification program, which helps employers sponsor foreign workers for green cards.
Houthis claim fresh strike at Riyadh airport as explosions heard
Yemen's Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for a ballistic missile attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Women in this Italian village live remarkably long
A tiny mountain village in Sardinia, Italy, is being hailed as a potential new "blue zone," a region where people live significantly longer lives.
3 one-year-old Ukrainian children among 28 killed in Russian strikes
Russian missile attacks across Ukraine on Wednesday left at least 28 dead, including five children.
Canadian poet Anne Carson wins 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature
Canadian poet Anne Carson has won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature "for her bold and inventive oeuvre that, in playful dialogue with the classical tradition, has created new forms for contemporary literature."
India condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi airports, calls them 'unacceptable'
India has condemned the attacks on Saudi Arabia's Riyadh and Abha international airports, which were claimed by Yemen's Houthi fighters.
Meghan Markle dines with Malala in first London appearance
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, was recently spotted in London with Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai.
US proposes $70,000 fee for foreign students seeking temporary work
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a $70,000 fee for F-1 nonimmigrant students who want to participate in Optional Practical Training (OPT).
'Stop': French mayor stops police from advancing on protesters
A video has emerged of Saint-Denis Mayor Bally Bagayoko stepping in between riot police and student protesters during a nationwide demonstration in France.
Houthis issue 'last warning' to airlines against using Saudi airspace
Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi group has issued a "last warning" to global airlines operating flights in Saudi airspace, saying it has become "a theater" for the Houthis' military operations.
'Settled 8 wars': Trump renews bid for Nobel Peace Prize
United States President Donald Trump has once again put his name in the running for the Nobel Peace Prize.
Second Russian lab worker possibly sick from plague
The World Health Organization (WHO) has asked Russia for more information about the death of 28-year-old employee, Darya Shipilova, at a plague research lab in Siberia last week and about media reports that a second employee has pneumonia with no known cause.
Why Elon Musk, Palmer Luckey's new Pentagon roles are worrying
The US Department of Defense has enlisted SpaceX CEO Elon Musk and Palmer Luckey, co-founder of defense tech firm Anduril Industries, to spearhead a study on automated and AI-powered weaponry.
Bangladesh government hints at reconciliation with disbanded Awami League
The Bangladesh government has hinted at the possibility of reconciliation with the disbanded Awami League, albeit with conditions.
Harry-Meghan to apologize to William and Kate for Oprah interview?
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly planning to apologize to the British royal family for their controversial comments during their 2021 interview with Oprah Winfrey.
7 injured in knife attack at Poland school; teen arrested
A 19-year-old student was arrested after a knife attack at a high school in Ostroleka, Poland, on Wednesday, leaving seven people injured.
Former Australian bishop jailed for sexually abusing young Aboriginal men
Former Bishop of Broome Christopher Saunders has been sentenced to six-and-a-half years in prison for sexually abusing two young Aboriginal men during his time as a Catholic cleric.
'Birthday gift to Putin': Russian strikes kill 12 in Ukraine
Russian strikes killed at least 12 people and injured over 40 across Ukraine on Wednesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin's 74th birthday.
US lost 81 planes, drones worth $3.3B in Iran war
The United States military has lost or damaged 81 aircraft since the conflict in Iran started, a new report by the Congressional Research Service has revealed.
India proposes 3-part peace plan to end Russia-Ukraine war
India has proposed a three-part plan for a truce between Russia and Ukraine.
US inmate who survived 2 lethal injections conscious and speaking
Christa Pike, a 50-year-old death row inmate in the United States, is now "conscious and speaking" after surviving a botched execution attempt last week.
Ukrainian drone hits oil tanker carrying 23 Indian crew members
A Ukrainian drone attack has set a Liberian-flagged oil tanker ablaze off the coast of Russia's Black Sea.
Trump blames France student protests on Islam, mass migration
United States President Donald Trump has blamed the ongoing student-led protests in France on Islam and "out of control mass migration."
Ex-German intelligence chief arrested for allegedly spying
Former German Federal Intelligence Service (BND) president August Hanning has been arrested on espionage allegations.
Florida battles decades' biggest dengue outbreak, surpassing 250 local cases
Florida is currently grappling with its largest dengue outbreak in decades, with over 250 locally transmitted cases reported this year.
11 Indian sailors injured after projectile hits ship in Hormuz
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has condemned an attack on a Panama-flagged commercial vessel off the coast of Oman, saying the continuing incidents of attacks on shipping in the region remain a cause of deep concern.
Measles outbreak: New York governor declares disaster emergency
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a statewide disaster emergency in response to a measles outbreak.
Jeffrey Archer's books released in India before hitting global bookshelves?
Jeffrey Archer, the best-selling British author who passed away on Monday aged 86, had a special connection with India.
Yemeni forces secure Bab al-Mandab Strait, claim city of Mokha
Yemeni pro-government forces, with Saudi Arabia's backing, have reportedly secured the Bab al-Mandab Strait at the southern end of the Red Sea. This comes as part of a major offensive against the Iran-backed Houthi movement.
Pakistan police use fishing nets to stop potential drone attacks
In a bid to counter drone attacks, police in Hangu district of northwest Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province have installed fishing nets at their checkposts.
Mass protests erupt in France over education funding
Mass protests have erupted across France, with high school and university students leading the charge.
flydubai captain underwent emergency treatment after ax attack by co-pilot
Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian pilot of flydubai flight FZ1073, suffered a skull fracture after his co-pilot attacked him with a crash ax, reports said.
Brazil: Right-wing candidate Flavio Bolsonaro wins 1st round against Lula
In a tightly contested first round of Brazil's presidential election, right-wing candidate Flavio Bolsonaro has emerged victorious.
650 Ukrainian drones targeted Moscow region overnight, Russia claims
Ukraine launched a massive drone attack on the Moscow region on Monday night, Russian authorities said on Tuesday.
Trump approves 2009 Fort Hood shooter's execution by firing squad
United States President Donald Trump has signed off on a firing squad execution for Nidal Hasan, the man behind the 2009 Fort Hood shooting in Texas.
Pakistan, Turkey to send troops to Saudi Arabia
Pakistan and Turkey will send troops to Saudi Arabia under a new defense pact, the three countries announced on Monday.
Indian Embassy reacts to Russian drone on Turkish cargo ship
A Turkish-owned cargo ship, MV Royad Mammadov, was attacked by Russian drones in the Black Sea.
flydubai co-pilot carried out hijacking attempt as 'revenge for Gaza'
The Omani co-pilot who attacked the captain of a flydubai flight and attempted to crash the plane reportedly told investigators that he carried out the attack to avenge Gaza.
US bombers pulled from UK base over 'Iran-linked threat': Trump
United States President Donald Trump has confirmed that American B-1 bombers were pulled back from a United Kingdom airbase due to an "Iran-linked threat."
JD Vance slams hiring of flydubai flight's co-pilot
United States Vice President JD Vance has slammed the hiring of the flydubai co-pilot involved in a recent hijacking incident.
Bestselling author, ex-politician Jeffrey Archer passes away at 86
Bestselling author and former politician Jeffrey Archer has passed away at the age of 86.
British Airways flight declares emergency after sudden 28,000-feet descent
A British Airways flight, BA295, was forced to declare an emergency mid-flight after it suddenly and steeply descended over Ireland.
Spain's PM calls early elections amid mounting housing crisis
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has announced early elections after his government faced a major legislative defeat on emergency measures to tackle the country's housing crisis.
Yemen government forces capture strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait from Houthis
Yemeni government forces have reportedly captured the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait from Houthi rebels as part of the ongoing military operation, dubbed "Dawn of Yemen."
France shuts up to 500 schools amid violent student protests
France has shut down up to 500 schools on Monday in the wake of violent student protests.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor takes legal action over arrest
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former Prince Andrew, is taking legal action against Thames Valley Police over his February arrest.
What we know about the Russian plague scare
Health authorities in Siberia's Irkutsk region have placed nearly 200 people under medical observation after a laboratory worker died from a suspected case of pneumonic plague.
US withdraws long-range bombers from UK base after new threat
The United States has pulled all long-range bombers from the Royal Air Force (RAF) Fairford in the United Kingdom back to their home stations.
FBI director Kash Patel gets engaged to country singer Alexis
Kash Patel, the current director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), has gotten engaged to country music singer Alexis Wilkins.
'India's Presidential Election': Trump confuses Brazil with India
United States President Donald Trump has mistakenly praised India while commenting on the presidential polls in Brazil.
flydubai hijack attempt: Israel transport ministry faces flak over security
Israeli authorities had reportedly warned about security threats on foreign flights for years, but the transport ministry failed to act.
Co-pilot's flight hijack attempt was to replicate 9/11 attack: Investigators
Hammam al-Hammani, the flydubai co-pilot who attempted to hijack a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight last week, had planned a 9/11-style attack.
Russian lab worker dies after contact with unknown virus
A laboratory worker in Russia's Siberia has died after coming into contact with an "unknown" virus.
UAE shares passenger, crew list of flydubai flight with Israel
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has shared the passenger and crew list of a flydubai flight with Israel. This comes after an attempted hijacking incident on a flight headed to Tel Aviv.
flydubai passengers refused to free co-pilot at crew's request
A new video has emerged showing the Omani co-pilot, who allegedly tried to crash a flydubai flight, sitting on his knees with his hands tied behind his back.
Arizona man's sentence overturned after AI video used in courtroom
An Arizona appeals court has overturned the 10-year manslaughter sentence of Gabriel Paul Horcasitas, who was convicted of killing another driver.
Trump appoints Jay Clayton as new AI czar of US
US President Donald Trump has appointed Jay Clayton, the current Director of National Intelligence, as the administration's artificial intelligence (AI) czar.
Germany's overnight stays by Indian tourists might double by 2030
Germany is targeting to double the number of overnight stays by Indian tourists by 2030.
Russian drone attack destroys Indian pharmaceutical company's Ukraine plant: Report
A pharmaceutical plant owned by India's Kusum Group was destroyed in a Russian drone attack in Sumy, Ukraine, NDTV reported.
US Coast Guard finds debris of missing air ambulance
The United States Coast Guard has discovered debris from a missing air ambulance off the coast of Nantucket Island, Massachusetts.
Ukraine war: 1 civilian casualty occurs every 23 minutes
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has taken a heavy toll on civilians, with over one casualty every 23 minutes in the first eight months of 2026.
North Korea conducts missile test
North Korea has successfully tested an intermediate-range missile, state media reported on Sunday.
Not 100% safe: Israel on foreign pilots after flydubai incident
Israel's Transportation Ministry has stated that it does not conduct background checks on pilots of foreign airlines, making such flights not "100%" safe.
'We had no choice': India on hosting ex-Bangladesh PM Hasina
India has defended its decision to host former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina after her government was overthrown in August 2024, a PTI report stated.
'First thought was catastrophic damage to aircraft': flydubai captain
Indian Captain Smit Machchhar has recounted chilling details of the flydubai cockpit attack aboard Flight FZ1073.
India's proposal 'most comprehensive' in Black Sea energy truce: Ukraine
Ukraine has confirmed that India is playing a role in mediating an energy truce in the Black Sea.
US: Coast guard searches for missing plane with 6 onboard
The United States Coast Guard has launched a search operation for a Gulfstream G100 aircraft that went missing while flying from Bermuda to Boston.
Russia warns foreign nationals, diplomats to leave Kyiv
Russia has reiterated its warning for foreign nationals and diplomats to evacuate Kyiv, Ukraine's capital.
Ohio: Hindu temple vandalized, bricks used to damage building
The Shree Swaminarayan Hindu Temple Vadtaldham in Richmond Heights, Ohio, was vandalized on Friday.
Dubai Crown Prince meets pilot who saved over 170 lives
Dubai Crown Prince and UAE's Deputy Prime Minister Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum met with flydubai pilot Smit Machchhar, who heroically saved more than 170 lives after being stabbed by a co-pilot.
Co-pilot attempted hijack, attacked pilot with crash ax mid-flight: UAE
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has confirmed that the co-pilot of flydubai flight FZ1073, identified as Hammam al-Hammami according to multiple news agencies, attempted to hijack the Tel Aviv-bound flight.
G7 nations to release 100M barrels of oil, diesel
The Group of Seven (G7) nations have decided to release 100 million barrels of oil and diesel to tackle supply concerns that have led to soaring prices.