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Pope Leo XIV rebukes Jensen Huang and Trump over AI
Pope Leo XIV has criticised Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang for opposing government regulation of AI and challenged US President Donald Trump's dismissal of AI safety concerns.
Donald Trump accuses Canada of 400% tariffs on US farmers
US President Donald Trump accused Canada of imposing excessive tariffs on American farmers and labeled it as "one of the worst countries" in trade relations.
Janarthanan Tamil Kovan given 28-week jail for state courts tampering
An Indian national, Janarthanan Tamil Kovan, received a 28-week jail sentence in Singapore for compromising over 18,000 State Courts files while working as an IT vendor.
US nonimmigrant visa interview waits for Indians hit 346 days
Indian applicants face an average wait of 346 days for non-immigrant visa interviews in FY2025, with high demand and limited consular staffing contributing to prolonged queues.
Islamabad lines shipping containers ahead of Imran Khan release rally
Shipping containers line Islamabad's streets as authorities brace for protests demanding Imran Khan's release, causing traffic disruptions and longer commutes for residents.
Massive nor'easter brings heavy snow, floods, winds and outages nationwide
Several states, including Washington and Colorado, are bracing for heavy snowfall this week, with some areas anticipating up to 16 inches of snow by Wednesday.
Trump says US met mediators amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
President Donald Trump confirmed discussions with mediators on Iran, while rejecting Tehran's proposal linked to the Strait of Hormuz reopening amid ongoing tensions.
Bangladesh searches Sylhet area for Mumtaz Begum, deported Indian woman
Bangladesh's home ministry has initiated a search for Mumtaz Begum, an Assam woman sent to Bangladesh in June, who remains untraceable despite ongoing efforts by authorities.
OpenAI moves to bolster Australia with Daybreak fund after breach
OpenAI will fund Australian cyber defences and establish a taskforce to manage AI risks following a breach of an Australian government website by its model.
Myanmar military airstrike near Kyauktaw market kills 49, injures 58
An airstrike by Myanmar's military killed at least 49 people and injured 58 others near a market in Arakan Army-controlled territory in Rakhine state.
Trump, Johnson convene White House AI leaders on regulation, America.gov
President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson will host top AI executives at the White House to discuss industry oversight amid growing political pressure.
Pope Leo XIV urges honest discussion of artificial intelligence risks
Pope Leo XIV emphasizes the importance of addressing AI concerns, urging discussions to prevent technology from dominating humanity while affirming he is not in "panic mode."
Russia recruiting foreign fighters to fight in Ukraine amid losses
Russia is enticing US recruits with a $12,000 payment to join its forces in Ukraine, where they often face dire conditions and high casualty rates.
Donald Trump denies offering Iran sanctions relief, blasts Axios 'HOAX'
Trump refuted an Axios report claiming he offered Iran sanctions relief, labeling it a "HOAX" on his Truth Social platform as tensions in the Mideast persist.
IDF shares drone footage alleging Hamas uses children as shields
Aerial footage from an Israeli drone reveals a Hamas fighter directing a young child to carry weapons into a civilian home in Gaza, exploiting him as a human shield.
Columbus man Tyler Nike Thomas indicted in Hailey Buzbee death
Tyler Nike Thomas, 39, is accused of murdering and dismembering 17-year-old Hailey Buzbee after allegedly leading police to her remains in Ohio earlier this year.
US Denmark and Greenland sign deal to strengthen Arctic defense
The recent security agreement between the US, Denmark, and Greenland enhances NATO's Arctic defence while easing tensions over former President Trump's ambitions for Greenland.
Congo faces worst Ebola outbreak as Bundibugyo strain lacks cure
Congo's Ebola outbreak has surpassed 8,000 confirmed cases, with a critical shortage of health workers hindering containment efforts and contributing to a high fatality rate.
Pope Leo XIV urges global AI risk talks, disputes Trump
Pope Leo XIV emphasized the need for serious discussions on AI risks, dismissing claims of them being "fake news" and urging global leaders to address potential threats.
Rival zama zamas open fire at Wedela tavern killing 18
Residents of Wedela, South Africa, live in fear after a weekend tavern shooting killed 18 people, with illegal miners suspected of being behind the violence.
India joins US China in WTO dispute over EU CBAM
India and 17 other countries have reserved their rights to participate in the WTO proceedings concerning Russia's trade dispute against the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism.
Five London men arrested near RAF Fairford over explosives probe
Five British men arrested near RAF Fairford on explosives and terror charges have been released on bail as UK police investigate potential links to Iran.
US approves month-long Iran Najaf pilgrim flights despite sanctions
The Trump administration plans to grant a limited waiver on Iran sanctions, permitting Iraqi Airways flights between Iran and Najaf for Shi'ite religious pilgrims.
Yemen war: Children forced to abandon education amid humanitarian crisis
In Yemen, children are being forced to abandon their education as renewed fighting between Iran-aligned Houthis and Saudi-backed Yemeni forces disrupts daily life.
Controversial Trump video sparks debate on taxpayer funding
A recent video featuring United States President Donald Trump has sparked controversy for its use of taxpayer money.
Trump allies may exploit 'counting window' to disrupt midterms: Report
Election experts have raised concerns that President Donald Trump's administration might exploit the "counting window" after November's midterm elections to disrupt results, The Guardian reported.
Meet Geeta Swamy, Indian-American dean of Boston University Medical School
Geeta Swamy, an accomplished Indian-American physician-scientist and women's health researcher, has been appointed as the next Dean of Boston University's Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine.
South Africa: 28 people killed in 2 separate mass shootings
Two separate mass shootings in South Africa have left a total of 28 people dead and many others injured.
What was 2024 'gang-rape' case at Cornell University, now reopened?
Prosecutors in New York have reopened a case involving seven fraternity brothers at Cornell University. The case revolves around allegations of drugging and gang-raping a former student.
Iran behind suspected bomb plot at UK air force base?
Counter-terrorism police in the United Kingdom are probing a possible link to Iran in a suspected bomb plot near an RAF base.
Kerala man sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia executed
A 41-year-old man from Kannur, Kerala, was executed in Saudi Arabia on Sunday after being convicted of drug smuggling.
Netanyahu meets UAE president amid October 7 warning row
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi on Sunday, a senior Israeli official to Reuters.
US Marines injured in Iranian missile strike: Report
Eight United States Marines were reportedly injured after an Iranian anti-ship cruise missile hit a vessel they were operating on in the Strait of Hormuz on September 14.
JD Vance hints at stricter measures for H-1B visa
United States Vice President JD Vance has hinted at stricter measures for companies hiring H-1B visa workers after laying off American employees.
Mojtaba Khamenei 'pulled from rubble' in Israel-US-Iran conflict: Report
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei was reportedly injured in a hospital in Tehran before the Israel-US-Iran conflict began.
Nepal: 21 killed in fresh floods, landslides
Nepal has been hit by fresh floods and landslides in the past few days, leaving at least 21 dead.
Why Trump rejected Iran's proposal to end hostilities
United States President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's latest proposal to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran ready for talks, but 'fully prepared' for war: Araghchi
Iran has expressed its willingness to continue diplomatic efforts with the United States, despite President Donald Trump's rejection of Tehran's latest peace proposal.
Yemen: 7 killed, 40 injured in Saudi airstrikes at market
Seven people were killed and 40 others injured after airstrikes hit the Taiz Central Market in Yemen's Mawiyah Junction, Al-Taiziyah district,
28 'fighters' killed after crossing from Pakistan into Afghanistan: Report
The Taliban's defense ministry has confirmed that 28 "fighters" were killed after they crossed over from Pakistan into eastern Afghanistan.
World's only rat-free region loses its title
Alberta in Canada, which has been rat-free since 1950, has witnessed a major setback.
South Africa: 17 killed, 15 injured in mass shooting
A mass shooting at a tavern in Wedela township, Gauteng province of South Africa, has left 17 people dead and 15 others injured.
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.
'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.
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.
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).
'Serial practitioner of terrorism': Jaishankar slams Pakistan at UNGA
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has slammed Pakistan for its continued support of terrorism.
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.
Will 'immediately begin' establishing large military presence on Greenland: Trump
President Donald Trump said the US will "immediately begin the process of developing a large military presence" on Greenland, including "two very major military bases," days after he reached an agreement with Denmark and Greenland that he claims gives his country "permanent control" over the island's security.
'Make deal or annihilate Iran?' Trump at UNGA
US President Donald Trump opened his speech at the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly with a storm of condemnation directed at Iran.
Turkey: 11 injured in shooting outside school
A shooting incident outside a vocational high school in Turgutlu district of Manisa province, western Turkey, left at least 11 people injured on Tuesday morning.
You can now browse slavery records from British colonies online
In a major development, nearly four million records documenting the lives of enslaved people across 20 former British colonies have been digitized and made searchable online.
Musk's SpaceX can now acquire wildlife refuge land in Texas
A US federal judge has refused to block the Donald Trump administration from transferring over 700 acres of wildlife refuge land to SpaceX.
'Iran must end arming Houthis': G7 nations
The Group of Seven (G7) nations have called on Iran to end its support for the Houthi rebels in Yemen, stating it must "end its arming of and support" for the Houthis in Yemen.