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Ping Ping, Fu Shuang arrive in Atlanta, symbolizing panda diplomacy
Two giant pandas, Ping Ping and Fu Shuang, arrived in Atlanta from China as part of a "panda diplomacy" program following President Xi Jinping's visit to Washington.
Azerbaijani business traveler alleges drugging and assault in Lahore
A 20-year-old Azerbaijani woman was allegedly drugged and gang-raped by three men in Lahore after being taken to a flat, according to police reports.
Yemen's Taiz market airstrikes kill 7 injure 40 amid clashes
Seven people, including children, were killed and 40 injured in airstrikes on Taiz Central Market amid ongoing Saudi-Houthi hostilities, according to multiple reports.
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping meet amid $14B Taiwan arms
US President Donald Trump downplayed Taiwan as a major friction point with China, stating it was not discussed in detail during his summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Taliban confirms 28 fighters killed crossing Pakistan into eastern Afghanistan
Twenty-eight fighters, mostly ex-Afghan security personnel, were killed in eastern Afghanistan after crossing from Pakistan, amid escalating tensions along the Durand Line.
Japan records more than 100,000 centenarians for 1st time
Japan's centenarian population has surpassed 100,000 for the first time, reaching 107,677 people, with women making up 88% of this demographic.
Iran draws on medicine reserves as US sanctions hinder imports
Iran is experiencing critical medicine shortages due to a US blockade, which has disrupted pharmaceutical imports and exacerbated supply chain issues.
Nepal PM Balendra Shah urges grant aid after glacier flood
Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah urged the UN for grant-based international support to recover from a glacier flood that killed over 1,450 people and devastated infrastructure.
Former Hamas bodyguard arrested in London over alleged European plots
A former bodyguard of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, known as "Mr. X," was arrested in London for allegedly planning attacks on Jewish and pro-Israel targets in Europe.
Nepal: 10 missing after avalanche hits Himlung Himal base camp
An avalanche struck the base camp of Himlung Himal in western Nepal on Sunday, leaving at least 10 people missing.
Pope Leo XIV begins 4-day France visit, meeting abuse survivors
Pope Leo XIV will meet with clerical sex abuse victims in France on September 27, 2026, as part of his four-day visit aimed at addressing the Church's reform efforts.
'No money': Trump says Iran desperate, willing to reopen Hormuz
United States President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran is willing to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Avalanche at Himlung Himal camp leaves at least 10 missing
An avalanche hit the base camp of Himlung Himal in western Nepal, leaving at least 10 people missing amid adverse weather conditions and heavy snowfall.
Over 330mm of rain flood Bangkok, affecting 52,000 households
Over 52,000 households in Bangkok are affected by severe flooding, with thousands evacuated to shelters as heavy rains submerge homes and disrupt daily life.
Cuba and US will make a deal, says Trump
US President Donald Trump has expressed optimism about a potential agreement between the United States and Cuba.
Taiwan says US policy unchanged despite $14B arms delay
Taiwan's deputy foreign minister affirms US awareness of its defense needs, as a $14 billion arms package remains pending due to diplomatic considerations with China.
Russia backs India's bid for UNSC permanent seat
Russia has backed India's bid for a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
AI bot breached Australian government site, exposing reward hacking risks
An AI agent's unauthorized access to an Australian government website highlights the risks of autonomous systems, urging countries like India to enhance digital safeguards.
'Serial practitioner of terrorism': Jaishankar slams Pakistan at UNGA
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has slammed Pakistan for its continued support of terrorism.
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping seal 8 deals in Washington
During President Xi Jinping's state visit to Washington, the United States and China reached eight key agreements aimed at fostering a more stable bilateral relationship.
S Jaishankar at UN reiterates India's 2 state solution support
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized the necessity of a two-state solution for lasting peace in West Asia during his UN General Assembly address.
Shooting in Green Hill, Central Kingstown kills 4, several injured
A shooting near Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, resulted in four deaths and several injuries. Authorities are conducting a manhunt as the motive remains unclear.
Trump administration launches H-1B crackdown amid potential human trafficking probe
The Trump administration intensifies its crackdown on foreign-labor fraud, signaling significant alterations to the H-1B visa program within the next year.
President Trump seeks AI adviser and forms new 'AI Force'
President Trump is set to appoint a new AI czar, with candidates like Sriram Krishnan and Scott Bessent vying to lead the newly announced “AI Force.”
Donald Trump cuts 2031 fuel efficiency requirement to 34.5 mpg
The Trump administration plans to reduce federal fuel-economy standards, allowing automakers more flexibility in producing gas-powered vehicles.
Iran insists on diplomacy after President Trump rejects Hormuz plan
Iran remains firm on a diplomatic resolution after President Trump rejected its proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing negotiations as the only viable path forward.
Ukraine said it struck Russia's Ilsky refinery, killing 3 people
A Ukrainian drone strike ignited a fire at the Ilsky oil refinery in Russia's Krasnodar region, resulting in three fatalities, according to regional authorities.
Bangladesh government proposes fountains for Suhrawardy Udyan Independence Monument
The Tarique Rahman government proposes replacing sculptures with water fountains at Suhrawardy Udyan, altering the Independence Monument project originally started in 2018.
IDF kills Hamas platoon commander and operative in Gaza strikes
The Israel Defense Forces targeted and killed Ibrahim Fawzi Ismail Mohsen, a Hamas platoon commander, and Mohammed Kamel Suleiman Mohsen in Gaza for violating the ceasefire.
Black rhino rams tourist SUV in Etosha National Park
A black rhino attacked a tourist SUV during a self-drive safari at Etosha National Park, Namibia, causing significant damage but leaving the occupants unharmed.
Donald Trump urges Zelensky and Putin to negotiate peace
US President Donald Trump has called on Ukrainian President Zelensky and Russian President Putin to negotiate a settlement, citing high monthly death tolls in the ongoing conflict.
President Trump backs talks not military action in Cuba crisis
President Donald Trump expressed confidence that the United States and Cuba will reach an agreement without military intervention, amid ongoing sanctions and diplomatic tensions.
Donald Trump rejected Iran deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump claims Iran seeks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz due to financial desperation, as US-imposed blockades have severely impacted Tehran's revenue streams.
Donald Trump tells Akayla Gardner 'Quiet' at White House
US President Donald Trump clashed with MS NOW journalist Akayla Gardner over media access restrictions, telling her to "Quiet!" during a heated exchange outside the White House.
US signs deal with Denmark and Greenland for Arctic bases
The U.S. has secured a new security agreement with Denmark and Greenland, allowing it to expand military presence and counter Russian and Chinese influence in the Arctic region.
Russia claims drone strike hit Kyiv facility linked to Starlink
Russia claimed responsibility for striking a data centre in Kyiv linked to Ukraine's Starlink access, causing internet disruptions and injuring five people in the capital.
S Jaishankar at U.N. General Assembly urges multipolar institutional reform
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized the urgent need for reformed multilateralism, citing global institutions' failure to maintain peace and its impact on development.
Weird smell on Hawaiian Airlines flight leaves 7 crew sick
Several flight attendants on Alaska Airlines Flight 803 to Hawaii experienced nausea and headaches due to an unknown odor, prompting emergency response upon landing in Honolulu.
Pakistan: Suicide bomber attacks police checkpoint, 11 dead
A suicide bomber detonated an explosives-laden vehicle at a roadside police checkpoint in Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of northwestern Pakistan on Saturday.
Thailand: Emergency declared in Bangkok as heavy rains trigger flooding
Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, is reeling under severe flooding after two days of relentless rain, with Bangkok declaring a flood disaster in all 50 districts.
Iran offers to mediate Saudi-Houthi conflict, denies involvement
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has denied his country's involvement in the recent escalation of conflict between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia.
'More people given energy access under Modi than...': Australian PM
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has praised his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi for providing energy access to more people than any other leader in history.
Bangladesh: Hindu man found dead inside drum
A Hindu man, identified as 50-year-old Niranjan Chandra Sutradhar, was found dead inside a drum in Mymensingh district, Bangladesh, news agency IANS reported.
CNN barred from Donald Trump's upcoming Air Force One trip
The White House has replaced CNN with conservative network Real America's Voice News for President Donald Trump's upcoming Air Force One trip.
India tears into Pakistan at UNGA, calls out cross-border terrorism
India has strongly criticized Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's address to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
DR Congo military plane crash kills 14, including top generals
A tragic plane crash in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has claimed the lives of 14 people, including two senior military officials.
US downplays India's concerns over Russia sanctions bill
The United States has acknowledged, though also downplayed, India's concerns over the recently passed Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act.
'Terrorist country asking that question?': Jaishankar snaps at Pakistani journalist
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar had a heated exchange with a Pakistani journalist at the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York.
Trump rejects Iran's ceasefire proposal, to resume bombing after elections
United States President Donald Trump has reportedly rejected Iran's proposal for a seven-day ceasefire.
US proposes trilateral talks with Russia-Ukraine in UAE: Zelenskyy
The United States has proposed hosting trilateral talks in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) between Ukraine and Russia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Friday.
Pakistan: 3-year-old girl sold to 60-year-old man, father arrested
In a shocking incident, a three-year-old girl was married off to a 60-year-old man in Pakistan's Balochistan province.
Saudi Arabia: Sri Lankan sentenced to death over Facebook post
A 24-year-old Sri Lankan Tamil migrant worker, Sivarasa Anojan, has reportedly been sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia over a Facebook post deemed insulting to Islam and Prophet Muhammad.
Why protesters mocked Xi in Washington with Winnie the Pooh
As United States President Donald Trump hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping at the White House, protesters took to the streets of Washington, DC.
Iran proposes 7-day plan for ceasefire with US, reopening Hormuz
Iran has put forward a seven-day plan to end hostilities with the United States, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and start negotiations on its nuclear program.
Air India pilot fails alcohol test in Zurich
An Air India pilot was removed from duty at Zurich Airport on September 6, after ground handling staff detected the smell of alcohol.
Nepal proposes Himalayan climate resilience mechanism with India-China at UN
Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah has proposed a "Himalayan Climate Resilience Mechanism" under the joint leadership of India and China in the wake of the recent flash floods that killed almost 1,500 people.
Netanyahu shows pager in UN speech, says 'Hezbollah remembers'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Thursday, showcasing a pager to recall Israel's September 2024 operation against Hezbollah's communication network in Lebanon.
Italian government bans burqas, sets foreign student cap in schools
Italy's cabinet has approved a new school decree banning the wearing of burqas and niqabs in schools.
'Let's compete healthy, not wrestle': Xi tells Trump
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for new forms of cooperation between the United States and China, emphasizing the need to write a "new chapter" in Sino-US friendship.
'When will you stop harboring terrorists?': Sharif questioned outside UN
During his visit to the United Nations headquarters for the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was confronted over harboring terrorists, news agency ANI reported.
UNGA: Walkout over Netanyahu's speech; he calls protesters 'moral cowards'
Dozens of delegates walked out of the United Nations General Assembly meeting on Thursday, as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu began his speech.
US-China talks focus on AI, Xi says human control needed
Chinese President Xi Jinping and United States President Donald Trump met at the White House on Thursday.
US strike that killed 157 Iranians 'stemmed from AI overreliance'
A US strike on a school in Iran's Minab city at the start of the war killed 157 people, including 123 children.
9-year-old guitar prodigy sets sights on Guinness World Record
Adrian Abraham, a nine-year-old UK-based guitarist of Indian origin, is preparing for his Grade 8 electric guitar exam.
Trump's Board of Peace unveils $2.45 billion Gaza plan
The United States President Donald Trump's Board of Peace has unveiled a $2.45 billion recovery plan for Gaza.
International system broken, can't address conflicts like India-Pakistan: Rubio
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said it "would be great" if a functional international system existed that could deal with a war between Thailand and Cambodia or the potential conflict between India and Pakistan.
Trump rolls out 100-foot-long red carpet for Xi's arrival
United States President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping in a grand ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, on Wednesday.
Judge lifts Trump's ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico
A federal judge has ordered US President Donald Trump to restore White House access for journalists from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico, saying the ban on the three media outlets was likely unconstitutional.
'We only defended ourselves': Iran hits out at 'bully' Trump
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian strongly criticized President Donald Trump's characterization of Iran as a source of terrorism at the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday, saying instead that Iranians are "victims of terrorism."
Harry-Meghan's kids' school issues 'unnecessary' strict photo warnings to parents
Parents at the upscale UK prep school attended by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's children, Archie (7) and Lilibet (5), have been warned against photographing students.
Six-year-old girl from China breaks Rubik's Cube world record
A six-year-old girl from Chengdu, China, has set a new women's world record for solving a Rubik's Cube in just over four seconds.
Nail-studded walls erected, 35,000 troops deployed: What's happening in Islamabad
Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, has been fortified with at least 20,000 shipping containers ahead of a planned march by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party.
What's India-Middle East-Europe corridor that Trump backed at UNGA
United States President Donald Trump has thrown his weight behind the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC).
'Looksmaxxing' influencer Clavicular charged with rape: What we know
Braden Peters, the controversial "looksmaxxing" livestreamer known as Clavicular, has been charged with rape in Massachusetts.
Israel kills Hamas finance chief in Gaza
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have reportedly killed Muhammad Abu Alwan, the head of Hamas's finance department, in a targeted operation in Khan Younis, southern Gaza.
'Great leader': Elon Musk praises Chinese President Xi Jinping
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has praised Chinese President Xi Jinping as a "great leader."
'Russia's economy depends on India': Zelenskyy says trade must stop
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged major Russian crude buyers, including India, to stop trading with Moscow.
11 killed in mass shooting at house in South Africa
A mass shooting in KwaMakhutha township, near Durban, South Africa, has left at least 11 people dead.
UAE: Karnataka man dismembered into 9 pieces; wife, son untraceable
A man from Kundapur in Karnataka's Udupi district was allegedly murdered in Sharjah, UAE, in July, with the horrifying crime coming to light after his body was found in two bags, cut into nine parts.
15 convicted over Sri Lanka Easter bombings that killed 270
A Sri Lankan court has sentenced 15 men to lengthy prison terms for their involvement in the devastating Easter Sunday bombings of 2019.
Video: Syrian president caught scrolling Instagram reels at UNGA session
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa was spotted scrolling through Instagram Reels on his phone during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
US-Iran held 'very good' meeting: Trump after fiery UNGA speech
United States President Donald Trump has claimed that his team held a three-hour meeting with an Iranian delegation in New York.
Cuban delegation walks out of Trump's UNGA speech
The Cuban delegation at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) walked out during President Donald Trump's speech on Tuesday.