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Prince Harry's Australia trip worsens ties with brother Prince William?
The recent visit of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to Australia has reportedly added more fuel to the already-strained relationship between Harry and his brother, Prince William.
US military campaign in Iran has cost $25 billion: Pentagon
The United States's military campaign in Iran has cost a staggering $25 billion, a senior Pentagon official revealed on Wednesday. This is the first official estimate of the financial burden of the conflict.
Iran to unveil new weapon enemy is 'deeply afraid of'
As tensions between the United States and Iran continue to escalate, Tehran has announced plans to unveil a new weapon the enemy "is deeply afraid of" very soon.
Nepal Airlines apologizes after map shows J&K in Pakistan
Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) has apologized after a promotional graphic that incorrectly depicted Jammu and Kashmir as part of Pakistan went viral on social media.
Mamdani says he'll ask King Charles to return Kohinoor
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he would ask King Charles III to consider returning the Kohinoor diamond to India if they spoke privately.
'Our bill has reached $800M': Iran-US war impacting Pakistan's economy
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran has severely impacted his country's economy.
US preparing for 'short and powerful' strikes on Iran
United States President Donald Trump is scheduled to be briefed on new military options against Iran by Central Command (CENTCOM) Commander Admiral Brad Cooper on Thursday, two sources told Axios.
'$140 next': Iran warns as oil prices reach historic high
Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has criticized the United States's economic pressure strategy, attributing the rise in global oil prices to it.
Disneyland in California now scans your face for entry
Disneyland in California has started using facial recognition technology at select entrance lanes.
Australian mother who faked son's cancer to live lavishly jailed
An Australian mother has been sentenced to over four years in prison for fabricating her six-year-old son's cancer diagnosis so that she can solicit donations and fund her lavish lifestyle.
Hamas intel officer who helped plan October 7 killed: Israel
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) has announced the killing of Iyad Ahmed Abd al-Rahman Shambari, a senior Hamas military intelligence official.
Your flight from Brussels might be canceled on May 12
Brussels Airport has warned that nearly half of its departing flights could be canceled on May 12.
Trump's image to feature on new US passports
United States President Donald Trump will be featured on a new, limited-edition US passport. The special design is being issued to celebrate the country's 250th anniversary in July.
'You'd be speaking French if...': King Charles friendly roasts Trump
King Charles III made a witty remark to President Donald Trump during a White House state dinner on Tuesday.
Iran's employment crisis: 2M people lost jobs due to war
The ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel is causing a major employment crisis in the country.
Trump fires entire US science board in one sweep
The Trump administration has dismissed all members of the National Science Board (NSB), an independent body that oversees the National Science Foundation (NSF).
Himalayan snow hits 24-year low, threatening 2 billion people's water
Snow cover across the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) has dropped to its lowest level in over two decades, a new report has revealed.
'We are relatively undefended against missile threats': Pentagon official admits
Top Pentagon officials have admitted that the United States is "relatively undefended" against missile threats from China and Russia.
Iran 'humiliating' US at negotiating table, says German Chancellor
Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz has accused the United States of being "humiliated" by Iran's leadership.
'Mustn't ignore state-sponsored terror': Rajnath attacks Pakistan at SCO meeting
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh raised concerns over state-sponsored terrorism at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Defense Ministers's Meeting in Kyrgyzstan on Tuesday.
North Korea's executions surged during COVID-19: Report
North Korea witnessed a dramatic increase in executions during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a report by the Transitional Justice Working Group (TJWG).
Rajnath Singh meets Russian, Chinese counterparts at Bishkek SCO summit
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held talks with his Chinese counterpart and was seen interacting with his Russian counterpart on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' meeting in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
Trump unhappy with Iran proposal as nuclear talks sidelined
United States President Donald Trump and his national security team have discussed a proposal from Iran to reopen the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, with one official telling Reuters that "he doesn't love the proposal."
First LNG tanker since US-Iran war crosses Strait of Hormuz
The liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker Mubaraz appears to have crossed the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first such transit since hostilities in West Asia escalated two months ago.
Indonesia: At least 14 dead, 84 injured in train collision
A tragic train collision near Jakarta, Indonesia, has left at least 14 dead and 84 others injured.
Dawood's associate and drug kingpin deported to India from Turkey
Salim Dola, a key associate of underworld don Dawood Ibrahim, has been deported to India from Istanbul.
Sanctioned Russian oligarch's $500M superyacht slips through blockaded Hormuz
A 142-meter-long superyacht, the Nord, worth over $500 million, has crossed the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz, with 3 conditions
Iran has proposed a deal to the United States, offering to reopen the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.
Correspondents' Dinner shooter charged with 'attempt to assassinate' US president
Cole Tomas Allen has been charged with attempting to assassinate United States President Donald Trump, as well as two firearms crimes.
Jaipur royal family's 17th-century 'supercomputer' is now up for grabs
A rare 17th-century brass astrolabe, once part of the royal collection of Jaipur, is set to be auctioned at Sotheby's in London on April 29.
Ukraine claims 'starving' Russians eating fellow soldiers amid food shortage
Russian soldiers in eastern Ukraine have been accused of resorting to cannibalism due to severe food shortages during winter.
White House dinner shooting aftermath: 'Wine Gate' controversy explained
The recent White House Correspondents' Association dinner was marred by a shooting incident, leaving attendees in shock.
Kalbaishakhi wreaks havoc in Bangladesh, death toll rises to 14
Severe pre-monsoon thunderstorms have wreaked havoc across Bangladesh, leaving at least 14 dead and dozens injured.
Netanyahu's corruption trial testimony postponed indefinitely
The resumption of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's testimony in his ongoing corruption trial has been indefinitely postponed, the Times of Israel reported, citing Hebrew media.
Want faster US visa interview? This city can help you
The US Department of State has released its latest global visa wait time data, revealing significant variations in interview timelines for the US visas across Indian cities.
Singapore: French teen faces jail for licking vending machine straw
An 18-year-old French student, identified as Didier Gaspard Owen Maximilien, is facing legal trouble in Singapore after he posted a video of himself licking a straw from an orange juice vending machine and putting it back.
Top LeT commander Yusuf Afridi shot dead
Sheikh Yusuf Afridi, a senior commander of the terrorist organization Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), was killed by unidentified gunmen in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
Iran lawmaker questions Pakistan's mediator role in US-Iran talks
An Iranian lawmaker has expressed skepticism about Pakistan's role as a mediator in ongoing negotiations.
Iran offers US new deal to reopen Hormuz: Report
Iran has proposed a new deal to the United States, offering to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end ongoing hostilities, Axios reported.
'Want to throw up': Correspondents' Dinner shooter hints at regret
The alleged shooter at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where United States President Donald Trump was present along with key administration officials, has been identified as Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old tutor and amateur video game developer from California. He was taken into custody after the incident.
'I'm not rapist, pedophile': Trump fires back after shooter's manifesto
United States President Donald Trump has vehemently denied allegations of being a rapist or pedophile after a suspected gunman tried to breach security at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.
Iranian foreign minister leaves for Moscow to meet Putin
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Monday.
White House shooting suspect had 'hit list' including Trump officials
A shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner on Saturday night has left US President Donald Trump unscathed.
Explainer: How Trump's Iran nuclear deal pullout led to crisis
United States President Donald Trump is facing the repercussions of his 2018 decision to withdraw from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) with Iran.
'Shots fired...': Leavitt's pre-dinner statement goes viral after shooting
A video of White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt's statement before the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner has gone viral.
From Reagan to Trump: Washington Hilton's history with presidential safety
The Washington Hilton has witnessed two major security incidents involving US presidents.
Iran strikes on US bases far worse than disclosed: Report
Recent Iranian strikes on United States military bases in the Persian Gulf have caused extensive damage, NBC News reported. The destruction is far worse than previously disclosed, with repairs likely to cost billions of dollars.