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President Trump weighs diesel export ban to lower diesel prices
US President Donald Trump stated he discusses a diesel export ban daily, aiming to address soaring energy prices exacerbated by geopolitical tensions and supply disruptions.
US officials see China unlikely to invade Taiwan before 2028
US officials assess a Chinese invasion of Taiwan before 2028 as unlikely, citing military readiness delays and Beijing's interest in Taiwan's 2028 election outcome.
Trump unveils voluntary AI plan seeking cybersecurity and biosecurity controls
US President Donald Trump signed a self-regulation agreement with tech leaders for the AI industry, but reactions from the tech community were mixed and cautious.
Trump rejects Iran's Strait of Hormuz reopening offer, talks stalled
Robert Malley, a key negotiator in the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, addresses President Trump's dismissal of Iran's recent proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
FlyDubai's Smit Machchhar attacked midflight by fellow pilot, podcast resurfaces
FlyDubai Captain Smit Machchhar's old podcast about in-flight emergencies gains attention after he was attacked mid-flight, highlighting the critical role of crew and passengers.
US creates AutoWarCom to deploy AI-powered drones and robotics
The Pentagon has launched AutoWarCom to enhance the US military's use of autonomous systems, focusing on AI and drones for future warfare.
El Nino and land clearing fuel Indonesian fires threatening orangutans
El Niño-driven wildfires are devastating Indonesia's forests, threatening thousands of orangutans with death, injury, or displacement as their habitats are consumed by flames.
Flydubai co-pilot stabs captain midflight, Israeli officials probe possible terror
The Flydubai co-pilot, an Omani national, is under investigation for allegedly stabbing the captain midair and displaying strict religious behavior.
Pakistani airstrikes on 2 Helmand homes kill 9, injure 11
Pakistani airstrikes on Afghanistan's Helmand Province killed nine people and injured 11 others, mostly women and children, amid escalating tensions between the two countries.
US judge blocks Donald Trump's $100,000 H-1B fee again
A second US federal judge has blocked Donald Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee, providing significant relief to Indian professionals who dominate the program's approvals.
After Supreme Court reversal Christa Pike survives botched Tennessee injection
Christa Pike and Tony Carruthers are among those who survived botched lethal injections, highlighting issues with execution protocols in the United States.
Swiss glaciers lost almost 20% of ice since 2021
Switzerland has lost nearly 20% of its glacier ice since 2021, with a dramatic 5.5% reduction in the first eight months of 2026 alone.
US used chemical blast in Nevada to improve nuclear detection
The US National Nuclear Security Administration conducted a chemical high-explosive experiment in Nevada to improve the detection of low-yield nuclear explosions.
REACH air ambulance crashed off Avalon with 5 aboard
An air ambulance helicopter crashed into the ocean near Catalina Island shortly after takeoff, with five people aboard. Rescue operations are underway by multiple agencies.
Pentagon taps Musk, Luckey to rethink how US fights wars
The US Department of Defense has enlisted tech mogul Elon Musk and Anduril Industries founder Palmer Luckey to help define the future of warfare.
Netanyahu, Modi praise flydubai Indian pilot who saved 174 lives
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has hailed the captain of a flydubai jet, calling him "a true hero" for saving the 174 people on board after he was stabbed by his co-pilot.
Hindu Kush shaken by 5.44 magnitude quake no injuries reported
A 5.44-magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan's Hindu Kush region early Thursday, with its epicentre at a shallow depth of 10 km, causing no immediate reports of damage.
Yaniv Hayoun and traveler subdue pilot after Flydubai onboard attack
A flydubai passenger credited his knowledge from watching _Mayday_ for helping him intervene during a cockpit emergency, stabilizing the aircraft after a pilot attack.
US State Department canceled over 250,000 visas under Donald Trump
The US State Department has revoked over 250,000 visas since President Trump took office, citing reasons such as birth tourism, crime, and national security threats.
Israel PM hails Captain Smit Machchhar after Flydubai stabbing
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu praised Indian pilot Smit Machchhar for his bravery, while the US Supreme Court cleared the way for Christa Pike's execution in Tennessee.
California bars biometric AI emotion monitoring, requires layoff notices
Governor Gavin Newsom signed laws to safeguard California workers from AI threats, banning emotional state predictions and requiring notices for AI-driven layoffs.
US runs Nevada high-explosive non-nuclear test to detect low-yield blasts
The US conducted a non-nuclear explosive test in Nevada to enhance detection of low-yield nuclear blasts, amid concerns over China's alleged secret nuclear activities.
Pentagon launches Project Meridian with Elon Musk and Palmer Luckey
The Pentagon has enlisted Elon Musk and Palmer Luckey to co-lead Project Meridian, a new initiative aimed at exploring advanced military technologies for future battlefields.
Supreme Court clears way for Tennessee to execute Christa Pike
The US Supreme Court has overturned a reprieve, allowing Tennessee inmate Christa Pike's execution to proceed, marking the first female execution in the state in over 200 years.
Prince William leads 2026 Earthshot Prize Awards in Mumbai
Prince William will host the 2026 Earthshot Prize in Mumbai, joined by Robert Irwin, Simone Ashley, and other celebrities to honor environmental innovators.
About 30 dead as Nepal hit by landslides, heavy rain
Heavy rains and landslides in Nepal have forced the evacuation of trekkers from the Annapurna Circuit, as communities struggle with recent catastrophic flooding.
Couple charged with murdering Jonathan McKinsey near Dublin California park
Jonathan McKinsey, a former _New York Times_ executive, once alleged his father-in-law, Shouyong Zhang, punched him post-mastectomy surgery amid ongoing familial tensions.
Flydubai Captain Smit Machchhar hailed for stopping FZ1073 cockpit fight
Trump commended Indian-origin pilot Smit Machchhar for his bravery during a mid-air incident on Flydubai flight FZ1073, following discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.
Elon Musk co-leads Project Meridian, new US military technology initiative
Elon Musk will co-lead Project Meridian, a government initiative to explore future warfare technologies, marking his return to government work after leading Doge.
Pete Hegseth announces 20% cut to US generals and admirals
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed plans to cut 20% of generals and admirals, emphasizing a focus on training, readiness, and discipline over diversity initiatives.
Flydubai suspends Israel flights after FZ1073 cockpit fight injures captain
Flydubai has halted flights to and from Israel following a mid-air altercation between pilots on a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight, prompting an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia.
Trump administration redirects $175 million from State Department human rights fund
The Trump administration redirected over $175 million from the State Department's human rights fund to support far-right causes globally, sparking congressional concerns.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham urges fresh EU rethink
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has urged Britain to explore options for rejoining the European Union, citing Brexit's negative impact on the economy and immigration.
Israel to tighten checks after alleged copilot attack on FZ1073
Israel plans to enhance security checks on pilots flying into the country following an incident involving a co-pilot attempting to crash a flydubai flight.
Smit Machchhar stops Omani co-pilot from allegedly crashing Flydubai FZ1073
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailed Captain Smit Machchhar as a "true hero" for saving 174 lives during a mid-air crisis on Flydubai flight FZ1073.
Nor'easter floods Surf City as viral video shows shark fin
A powerful nor’easter storm flooded Surf City, New Jersey, turning streets into waterways where a smooth dogfish shark was seen swimming through the suburban neighborhood.
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi unveils strategy to counter foreign spying
Japan is set to introduce its first national intelligence strategy, potentially leading to the creation of an agency akin to the CIA, as part of a broader security overhaul.
Mark Stanley Personette gets life for 1978 San Francisco murder
A piece of gum stuck to a 15-year-old victim's back for over 22 years helped convict Mark Stanley Personette, solving a 1978 cold case murder.
Israeli passenger helps stop Flydubai FZ1073 cockpit attack en route
Israeli passenger Yaniv Hayun described subduing an Omani co-pilot attempting to destroy instruments on Flydubai Flight FZ1073.
flydubai flight horror: 'Indian-origin' captain stopped co-pilot from crashing plane
The captain, who fought the co-pilot of the flydubai FZ1073 and thwarted a suspected terror attack, was reportedly of Indian origin.
'Chatty, polite': Meghan Markle takes up new hobby in UK
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has reportedly taken up reformer Pilates classes at Soho Farmhouse's Wellness Barn in Oxfordshire.
Erroneous data triggers report of 2nd flydubai flight diversion
A Flydubai flight, FZ1081, from Dubai to Tel Aviv is proceeding as planned, contrary to reports that the plane had turned around.
9/11-style attack planned? What happened on Dubai-Tel Aviv flight
A flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv faced a mid-air emergency and made an unscheduled landing at Tabuk Airport in Saudi Arabia after what Israeli officials said was an attempted hijacking by one of the pilots that led to a mid-air altercation.
Prince Harry-Meghan Markle not renting Montecito mansion amid UK move
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have no immediate plans to rent out their $14.5 million Montecito mansion.
Trump's AI pact has one glaring typo: 'Unites States'
United States President Donald Trump recently made a major gaffe while signing an important document.
US: Getting Green Card via investment route is becoming costlier
The United States has announced a major hike in fees for immigrants looking to invest in the country and eventually gain permanent residency through the EB-5 investor program.
Dubai-Tel Aviv flight lands in Saudi after hijacking scare
A flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv made an emergency landing at Tabuk airport in Saudi Arabia after a suspected hijacking scare.
Eiffel Tower head to resign after Hindu group's visit row
Patrick Branco Ruivo, the director general of the Eiffel Tower's operating company, Societe d'Exploitation de la Tour Eiffel (SETE), has announced that he would step down at the end of this year.
Iran's IRGC pens 25-page open letter to US midterm voters
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) of Iran has penned a 25-page open letter to American midterm voters, urging them to reject President Donald Trump's policies.
Russian military plane crashes, killing 6 on board
A Tupolev Tu-95 strategic bomber of the Russian military crashed in the Amur Region, north of China.
'Most traumatic...': Prince William feels 'betrayed' by uncle Charles Spencer
Prince William is reportedly feeling "betrayed" by his uncle, Charles Spencer, 9th Earl Spencer, who recently opened up about a "traumatic" chapter in the royal family's history.
IDF releases video of Hamas using child for weapon transfer
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has released drone footage allegedly showing a Hamas member using a child to move weapons into a civilian home in central Gaza.
Netherlands euthanizes child under controversial euthanasia law
In a first, the Netherlands has euthanized a child under its controversial euthanasia law.
EU might use Google fines to reduce member states' contributions
France's Europe Minister, Benjamin Haddad, has suggested that the European Union (EU) should use the €4.6 billion in fines levied on Google, to reduce member states' contributions to the bloc's budget.
US forces to exit final Iraq bases by September 30
United States forces are scheduled to leave their final bases in Iraq by September 30. The withdrawal is part of a timeline agreed upon by Washington and Baghdad in 2024.
US: Tennessee set to execute first woman since 1820
Tennessee is set to execute Christa Pike, a 50-year-old woman who killed Colleen Slemmer at the age of 18 and was convicted the following year.
Pakistan denies airspace to Russian flight carrying Bangladesh's nuclear fuel
Bangladesh's first nuclear power plant project, the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant, has hit a snag after Pakistan denied airspace clearance to a Russian flight carrying nuclear fuel for Unit-2 of the power plant.
Jaishankar explains what weighs on India-US ties
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has highlighted the lack of understanding in the United States toward India's concerns over cross-border terrorism, saying the issue has affected bilateral ties.
Trump denies report of US offering sanctions relief to Iran
United States President Donald Trump has denied reports that his administration offered sanctions relief to Iran.
Trump weakens US fuel-efficiency standards for cars and trucks
The US Department of Transportation has finalized its decision to roll back fuel efficiency standards for cars and trucks.
Myanmar military launches air strike on rebel-controlled Rakhine, killing 49
An airstrike by Myanmar's military in a market area of Kyauktaw, Rakhine state, has killed at least 49 people. The attack also injured 36 others.
What's '4F crisis' Jaishankar mentioned at UN
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the Asia Society in New York, wrapping up the United Nations High-Level Week.
California: NYT tech executive shot dead by elderly in-laws
Jonathan McKinsey, a 40-year-old technology executive at The New York Times, was shot dead in broad daylight on Saturday at a sports complex in California.
Gangster Goldy Brar on FBI's 10 Most Wanted list
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has placed Satinderjeet Singh, also known as Goldy Brar, on its Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list. The agency is offering a reward of $1 million for information leading to his capture.
US, Iran resume talks with mediators on ending 7-month-long war
The United States and Iran have resumed talks with mediators to end a seven-month-long conflict, Reuters cited officials from both countries as saying.
Nepal's ties with India 'excellent', says foreign minister
Nepal's Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal has called the country's ties with India "excellent" and "multidimensional."
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.