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Why Venezuela's Machado can't give Nobel Peace Prize to Trump
The Norwegian Nobel Institute has clarified that the Nobel Peace Prize cannot be revoked, transferred, or shared after it is announced.
Trump signs order blocking court seizure of Venezuelan oil revenue
United States President Donald Trump has signed an executive order preventing courts or creditors from seizing revenue from Venezuelan oil sales in US Treasury accounts.
Widespread protests sweep across US against ICE killing in Minneapolis
The shooting of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother of three, by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Minneapolis has triggered nationwide protests across the United States of America.
US prepares plans for airstrikes on Iran's military targets
The United States is reportedly preparing preliminary plans for a possible attack on Iran, including large-scale airstrikes.
US launches new retaliatory strikes against ISIS in Syria
The United States has launched a fresh wave of retaliatory strikes against the Islamic State of Syria and the Levant (ISIL, formerly known as ISIS) in Syria.
Zohran Mamdani calls Hamas 'terrorist organization' amid protests outside synagogue
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has condemned pro-Hamas chants outside a synagogue at a protest in Queens.
Iran protests: Ousted Shah's son calls to seize city centers
Mass protests have erupted across Iran, with Reza Pahlavi, the son of the ousted Shah, calling on demonstrators to prepare to seize city centers.
Why Iranian women are lighting cigarettes with Khamenei's burning photos
Amid ongoing protests over Iran's economic crisis, images of women lighting cigarettes with burning photographs of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei have gone viral on social media.
'Will you capture Putin too?' Trump responds to Zelensky's remarks
United States President Donald Trump has dismissed the idea of launching a military operation against Russian President Vladimir Putin, even as he expressed disappointment over the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
US hikes H-1B visa's premium processing fee: Check new rates
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a hike in premium processing fees for many immigration benefits, including the H-1B visa.
Trump touts Venezuela oil opportunity, ExxonMobil CEO calls it 'un-investable'
United States President Donald Trump has pitched investment in Venezuela's vast, untapped oil sector to major US-based oil companies.
Minneapolis shooting: Video with ICE officer's perspective emerges
A new video has emerged showing the final moments of Renée Good's encounter with an immigration officer in Minneapolis.
'Going to do it the hard way': Trump on Greenland
United States President Donald Trump has said that his administration would take action on Greenland, a semi-autonomous Danish territory.
Trump cancels second Venezuela attack, touts $100B oil investment
United States President Donald Trump stated that he has called off a planned second military strike on Venezuela.
Andrew's £15m mansion bought by oligarch linked to bribery scheme
The Berkshire mansion formerly owned by Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was allegedly bought with funds from a company linked to an international bribery scheme, according to an investigation by the BBC.
Widespread plastic waste burning creating hidden health crisis: Study
A study conducted across 26 countries has revealed that the practice of burning plastic waste in households for heating and cooking is more widespread than previously thought.
'Iran won't back down': Khamenei warns protesters, foreign powers
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has warned that the Islamic Republic will not back down in the face of protests.
'Don't need international law...': Trump on limits to his authority
United States President Donald Trump has said that his power is limited only by his "own morality," not international law.
Prada's new 'chai' perfume is priced at ₹17,000
Italian luxury brand Prada has launched a new unisex fragrance called Infusion de Santal Chai.
What is the '365 buttons' meme taking over TikTok?
A mysterious comment by a TikTok user named Tamara has sparked a viral meme on the platform.
Join US, get $100,000: Trump woos Greenlanders
The United States government is reportedly considering a controversial strategy to convince Greenlanders to secede from Denmark and join the US.
Russia strikes Ukraine with advanced Oreshnik ballistic missile
On Thursday, Russia launched a hypersonic Oreshnik missile at Ukraine, marking the first use of this advanced weapon in over a year.
Who's Reza Pahlavi? Exiled crown prince behind fresh Iran protests
Massive protests have erupted in Iran after exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi urged Iranians to take to the streets, shout from roofs and windows, and raise their voices at 8:00pm on Thursday and Friday.
Iran: Elderly woman's 'I'm not afraid' cry goes viral
A video of an elderly woman in Iran has gone viral, capturing the spirit of defiance against the country's clerical regime.
'Modi didn't call': Trump aide on why India-US deal stalled
United States Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has claimed that a potential trade deal between the US and India fell through because Prime Minister Narendra Modi didn't call President Donald Trump.
US willing to sell Venezuelan oil to India: Report
The United States is reportedly open to selling Venezuelan oil to India under a new US-controlled framework. This comes after an agreement between Caracas and Washington to export up to $2 billion worth of Venezuelan crude, which is estimated to be between 30 and 50 million barrels.
'Will shoot first, ask questions later': Denmark warns Trump
Denmark's defense ministry has reiterated its military policy amid concerns over the United States's interest in Greenland.
US border agent shoots, wounds 2 people in Portland
A United States Customs and Border Protection agent shot and injured two people in Portland on Thursday afternoon.
Iran protests: Internet blackout amid escalating tensions; 45 dead
Iran imposed a "nationwide internet blackout" on Thursday night as protests intensified in Tehran.
Trump proposes $1.5 trillion defense budget for 'dream military'
United States President Donald Trump has proposed a whopping $1.5 trillion defense budget, a steep increase from the congressional approval of $1 trillion for 2026.
Main accused behind Hindu man's lynching, burning in Bangladesh arrested
Bangladesh police have arrested the main accused in the lynching of Hindu garment factory worker Dipu Das.
'Pakistan begged US for help during Op Sindoor': New documents
Documents released under the United States Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) have revealed Pakistan's desperate attempts to seek help from Washington during India's Operation Sindoor in April last year.
US says it will control Venezuela oil sales 'indefinitely'
The United States will take charge of the sales of sanctioned Venezuelan oil "indefinitely," a White House official has confirmed.
2 killed in shooting outside Mormon church in Utah
A shooting incident occurred outside a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meetinghouse in Salt Lake City, Utah, on Wednesday.
'Receiving many jet orders, won't need IMF's help': Pakistan minister
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has claimed that the country is receiving record orders for fighter jets that it may not need future bailouts from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
US withdraws from key UN climate treaty, 65 other organizations
United States President Donald Trump has announced his decision to withdraw the US from the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
Trump withdraws US from 66 international organizations: Here's why
United States President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation withdrawing the country from 66 international organizations, including 35 non-United Nations bodies and 31 UN-affiliated entities.
ICE agent kills woman during immigration raid in Minneapolis
A United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent shot and killed a 37-year-old woman in Minneapolis on Wednesday. The incident has sparked a major disagreement between federal and local authorities.
Trump-backed bill now threatens India with 500% tariffs
United States President Donald Trump has expressed support for a bipartisan sanctions bill that could impose tariffs of up to 500% on countries buying Russian oil.
'Perfect February': Calendar enthusiasts excited over unique occurrence in 2026
This year, a peculiar calendar phenomenon is taking the internet by storm.
Russia sends submarine to escort US-targeted tanker near Venezuela: Reports
A Venezuela-linked oil tanker, part of the so-called "dark fleet," has reportedly evaded the United States Coast Guard by reflagging to Russia.
China creates high-yield rice that can clone its own seeds
Chinese researchers have developed a revolutionary type of hybrid rice that can reproduce itself through clonal seeds.
'Maza na karaya toh paise vaapis...': Pakistani general threatens India
Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, the Director General of Pakistan's Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), has issued an unprovoked threat to India.
'I'll be impeached if Republicans don't win 2026 midterms': Trump
Donald Trump has expressed concern that he could be impeached if the Republican Party fails to win the upcoming 2026 midterm elections.
Bangladesh: Hindu man jumps into canal to escape mob; dies
A Hindu man in Bangladesh died after jumping into a canal to escape a mob that was chasing him over theft allegations.
'Sir, please...': Trump claims Modi begged to see him
United States President Donald Trump has claimed that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally approached him regarding India's pending defense purchases and trade issues.
UK, France 'ready to deploy troops' to Ukraine after ceasefire
The United Kingdom and France have said that they are prepared to send troops to Ukraine following a peace deal.
Military force 'always an option' to acquire Greenland: White House
The United States is reportedly considering military options to acquire Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark.
What Jaishankar said on Venezuela situation in Luxembourg
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has expressed India's concern over the recent developments in Venezuela.
Venezuela will 'turn over' 50M oil barrels to US: Trump
United States President Donald Trump has announced that Venezuela "will be turning over" 30-50 million barrels of "high quality, sanctioned oil to the United States of America."
Bluefin tuna sold for record $3.2M at Tokyo auction
A 243kg bluefin tuna was sold for a record-breaking 510 million yen ($3.2 million) at the New Year auction of Tokyo's Toyosu fish market.
Pakistan, Afghanistan discuss reopening Torkham border for trade
Business leaders from Afghanistan and Pakistan have held talks to reopen the Torkham border crossing, a key trade route between the two countries.
US expands $15,000 visa bond rule to 7 more countries
The United States has expanded its visa bond requirement to seven more countries, bringing the total number to 13.
'Doomsday Glacier': Hundreds of earthquakes strike Antarctica's Thwaites Glacier
The Thwaites Glacier, also known as the Doomsday Glacier in Antarctica, has been rocked by hundreds of glacial earthquakes over the last 13 years.
'Abandon annexation fantasies': Greenland PM to Trump
After United States President Donald Trump threatened to annex Greenland on Sunday, the country's Prime Minister, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, made a direct statement in which he urged Trump to give up his "fantasies about annexation," declaring: "Enough is enough."
Venezuela detains journalists and seizes communication devices: Report
According to a recent report by Venezuela's National Union of Press Workers (SNTP), at least 14 journalists and media workers were detained in Caracas, Venezuela. The union reported on X that the detainees included 13 members of international media organizations.
6.2 quake rattles Japan's Shimane Prefecture, no major damage reported
A powerful earthquake struck off the coast of western Japan on Tuesday at 10:18am local time (6:48 IST).
Unrest in Nepal after mosque vandalized, border with India sealed
Communal tension has escalated in southern Nepal after a video allegedly showing a mosque being vandalized went viral.
Venezuela's Machado wants to share her Nobel prize with Trump
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has expressed her desire to share her Nobel Peace Prize with United States President Donald Trump.
India warns against non-essential Iran travel as protests intensify
The Indian government has issued a travel advisory for its citizens against non-essential travel to the Islamic Republic of Iran.
'No election, rebuild country's energy infrastructure': Trump's plan for Venezuela
United States President Donald Trump has clarified that the country is not at war with Venezuela.
Assange lawyer Barry Pollack to defend Maduro, challenge 'military abduction'
Barry Pollack, the attorney who represented WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, will now defend ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro against charges of narco-terrorism, conspiracy, drug trafficking, and money laundering, among others, in the United States.
2 Hindu men killed within 24 hours in Bangladesh
Bangladesh has witnessed another intense surge in violence against its minority Hindu community, with two murders taking place within 24 hours.
Shots fired near Venezuela's presidential palace
Shots were fired late Monday near the Miraflores Palace in central Caracas, Venezuela.
'Still president': Maduro pleads not guilty in US court
Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro pleaded not guilty to drug trafficking and narco-terrorism charges in a United States federal court.
Petro vows to 'take up arms' against Trump's Colombia threats
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has threatened to "take up arms" in response to United States President Donald Trump's threats of military action against Colombia.
Hindu widow gang-raped, man shot dead in Bangladesh
A 40-year-old Hindu widow was allegedly gang-raped by two men in Jhenaidah, Bangladesh.
$18 trillion in oil, gold: Why Venezuela's resources matter worldwide
The United States on Saturday attacked Caracas, capturing Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife and flying them to the US for trial.
JD Vance's house attacked; several windows broken
A man has been arrested after several windows were broken at the Cincinnati home of United States Vice President JD Vance.
Iran's Khamenei 'prepared to escape to Moscow' if unrest escalates
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has reportedly made plans to flee to Moscow if the ongoing protests in his country intensify and his security forces fail to control them.