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Astronomer CEO's wife drops his surname after viral Coldplay video
Megan Kerrigan, the wife of Andy Byron, the CEO of tech company Astronomer, has dropped her husband's surname from her Facebook profile.
'Won't take tariff orders from 'gringo' Trump: Brazil president
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has rejected United States President Donald Trump's decision to impose a 50% tariff on Brazilian goods.
What is chronic venous insufficiency, condition Trump was diagnosed with
United States President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), a condition that affects blood flow in the legs.
Trump threatens suing WSJ for publishing 'sexually-explicit' letters to Epstein
United States President Donald Trump has threatened to sue The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) for publishing a story about an alleged inappropriate letter he wrote to the late disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Has vaping among school-age children reduced since Australia banned it?
A study conducted by the Cancer Council of Australia has revealed a significant decline in vaping among school-age children, a year after it was banned.
Pakistan monsoon rain kills 178; rain emergency declared in Punjab
Heavy monsoon rains have wreaked havoc in eastern Pakistan, killing at least 63 people in just 24 hours.
Woman films herself having sex with Thai monks; blackmails them
A sex scandal involving Thailand's Buddhist clergy has come to light, raising questions about the influence of wealth and power in religious circles.
Nimisha Priya case now rests on 'Qisas'—What's this Islamic law
Nimisha Priya, a 38-year-old nurse from Kerala, is currently on death row in Yemen after being convicted of murdering her business partner, Talal Abdo Mehdi.
'Don't need you': Trump slams supporters for believing 'Epstein hoax'
United States President Donald Trump has slammed his own supporters for believing what he calls the "Jeffrey Epstein Hoax."
Trump will visit Pakistan, say reports; Islamabad replies, 'no clue'
United States President Donald Trump is planning a visit to Pakistan in September, two local news channels have reported.
'She took me back': Obama pokes fun at divorce rumors
Former American President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle Obama, recently addressed rumors of their separation on her podcast.
Over 60 killed in huge fire at hypermarket in Iraq
A huge fire at the Hyper Mall in Al-Kut, Iraq, has claimed the lives of over 60 people and injured dozens.
US Embassy issues 'visa revoke' warning after Indian caught stealing
The United States Embassy in India has issued a warning, stating that committing assault, theft, or burglary could lead to a visa being revoked and make one ineligible for future US visas.
Syrian army starts withdrawing from Sweida after US request
The Syrian army has started withdrawing from the conflict-ridden city of Sweida, following a United States request.
'Very close to a deal with India': Trump
United States President Donald Trump has said that Washington is "very close" to finalizing a trade deal with India.
Bangladesh halts demolition of Satyajit Ray's home after India's intervention
The demolition of legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray's ancestral home in Mymensingh, Bangladesh, has been halted.
Why are Patriot missiles, and why does Ukraine need them?
United States President Donald Trump has announced that Ukraine will receive Patriot missile systems as part of a new weapons package.
Why China's students and scientists are heading back home
The latest US News & World Report rankings have highlighted the rise of Chinese universities in global academia.
Who're Druze; why Israel is bombing Syria to protect them
Israel has intensified its military operations in southern Syria, targeting Syrian government forces in Suwayda.
Trump asks attorney general to release 'credible' information on Epstein
United States President Donald Trump has asked Attorney General Pam Bondi to release any credible information on sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Man steals small plane, causing Vancouver airport to shut down
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Canada was briefly shut down on Tuesday, July 15, after a Cessna 172 aircraft, allegedly hijacked from Vancouver Island, entered its airspace.
Israel bombs Syrian army headquarters in Damascus
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated that it has attacked the entrance of the Syrian army's headquarters in Damascus.
'No pardon': Yemeni man's family demands execution of Nimisha Priya
The brother of Talal Abdo Mehdi, the Yemeni man allegedly murdered by Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya in 2017, has demanded her execution.
Israel bombs Syria's Druze city, Suwayda, hours after ceasefire
Israeli forces have launched airstrikes on Suwayda, a predominantly Druze city in southern Syria.
Shocker! Houthi-linked dealers are now selling weapons on X, WhatsApp
A report has revealed that arms dealers linked to Yemen's Houthi militants are using social media platforms X and WhatsApp for weapon trafficking.
Houthi-linked arms dealers selling weapons on X, WhatsApp: Report
A new report has revealed that arms dealers linked to Yemen's Houthi terrorists are using social media platforms X (formerly Twitter) and WhatsApp for weapon trafficking.
Pictures of Trump's 'swollen ankles, bruised hand' spark health rumors
United States President Donald Trump attended the FIFA Club World Cup final last Sunday, where he was photographed with what appeared to be swollen ankles and a bruised hand.
After British Columbia, Alberta seeks terror tag for Bishnoi gang
The province of Alberta in Canada has requested its federal government to label the Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a terrorist organization.
'Reconsider Satyajit Ray home demolition': India offers to help Bangladesh
The Government of India (GoI) has offered to help the Bangladesh government in repairing and reconstructing the ancestral home of eminent filmmaker Satyajit Ray.
India negotiating trade deal like Indonesia's with US: Trump
United States President Donald Trump has said that India is negotiating a trade deal similar to one he struck with Indonesia.
NATO chief issues warning to China, India over Russia links
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has warned that countries like India, China, and Brazil could face severe secondary sanctions if they continue trade with Russia.
14.3 million children globally remain unvaccinated, reveals new report
A new report has revealed that an estimated 14.3 million children across the globe are still completely unvaccinated.
Poliovirus found in sewage samples from 20 Pakistan districts
Pakistan is facing a major health crisis after the poliovirus was detected in sewage samples from 20 districts.
'Human skin' teddy found at California gas station; 1 arrested
A man was arrested in California on Monday after police say he staged a "macabre teddy bear" at a gas station that appeared to be made of human flesh.
Jeffrey Epstein spied on FBI agents investigating him: Report
Disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein reportedly hired private investigators to surveil and intimidate Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agents probing his case.
US Supreme Court allows Trump to resume dismantling Education Department
The United States Supreme Court has allowed President Donald Trump to continue his plan of dismantling the Department of Education.
NYC, New Jersey hit by severe flash floods; emergency declared
Torrential rains have hit the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States, causing flash flooding in New York City and northern New Jersey.
Jaishankar meets Xi Jinping, briefs him on India-China bilateral ties
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Tuesday.
'Accept peace deal or face 100% tariffs': Trump warns Russia
United States President Donald Trump has threatened Russia with severe financial penalties if it fails to reach a peace agreement with Ukraine.
'Channel of communication now open': Prince Harry, King Charles reconciling?
Prince Harry and King Charles III seem to be making efforts to mend their strained relationship.
Etihad orders inspection of fuel switches on Boeing 787s
Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways has issued a safety directive to its pilots, asking them to be extra careful while operating the fuel control switches on their Boeing 787 aircraft.
Jeffrey Epstein files: Ghislaine Maxwell offers to testify before Congress
Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted child sex trafficker and former girlfriend of Jeffrey Epstein, is reportedly willing to testify before the United States Congress about the Epstein files.
Indonesia's Tanimbar Islands rattled by 6.8-magnitude earthquake
An earthquake of magnitude 6.8 hit the Tanimbar Islands in southeastern Indonesia on Monday, the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) reported.
Fuel switch locks on Boeing aircraft are safe: FAA, Boeing
The United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Boeing have both said that the fuel cutoff switch locks on Boeing aircraft are safe.
In Beijing, Jaishankar pushes for dialogue between India, China
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has emphasized the importance of dialogue between India and China.
Iran president injured in Israeli airstrike during emergency meeting
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian was reportedly injured in an Israeli airstrike on June 16.
Moments before London plane crash, pilots waved at children
A light aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from London Southend Airport on Sunday afternoon. However, the outcome for those on board is currently unknown.
'No official update from…government': Families of Indians kidnapped in Mali
Three Indian nationals were kidnapped in Mali, West Africa, on July 1.
'Putin talks nice but...': Trump to give Ukraine Patriot missiles
United States President Donald Trump has announced plans to send Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine.
Pakistan PM clarifies nuclear program for self-defense amid India tensions
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has clarified that the country's nuclear program is meant only for "peaceful purposes and self-defense."
Miteri Bridge collapse disrupts Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage, 25,000 Indians affected
The Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal (TAAN) has reported major disruptions to the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage due to the collapse of the Nepal-China Miteri Bridge.
Marc Andreessen says US universities will pay for DEI: Report
Venture capitalist Marc Andreessen has slammed top US universities, including Stanford and MIT, in a group chat with AI scientists and Donald Trump administration officials.
Trump threatens 30% tariffs on EU, Mexico imports starting August
United States President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 30% tariff on imports from Mexico and the European Union starting August 1.
Pannun threatens Kapil Sharma after shooting incident at cafe
The pro-Khalistan separatist group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) has threatened Indian comedian Kapil Sharma.
800 Gazans killed at food distribution points since May: UN
The United Nations human rights office has reported that 798 people have been killed while seeking food at distribution points run by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) and other humanitarian convoys since the end of May.
Prince William 'thought' Meghan saw royal marriage as 'stepping stone'
Prince William was reportedly skeptical of Meghan Markle's intentions when she married his younger brother, Prince Harry.
Over half million Afghans expelled from Iran in 16 days
The United Nations has reported that over half a million Afghans have been expelled from Iran in the last 16 days since the end of the conflict with Israel.