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Sky-high arrival: Woman delivers baby mid-flight from Dakar to Rome
An extraordinary event unfolded on ITA Airways flight AZ855 from Dakar, Senegal, to Rome. A seven-month pregnant woman went into labor at 34,000 feet and gave birth mid-air.
Israel approves $119B deal for new fighter jets
Israel has approved a multi-billion-dollar deal to acquire two new combat squadrons of advanced fighter aircraft from Lockheed Martin and Boeing.
India-linked LPG tanker crosses US-blockaded Strait of Hormuz
An India-linked tanker, the Sarv Shakti, has successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz. The tanker was carrying around 45,000 tons of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and is headed to India, according to Bloomberg.
Will review Iran's peace plan: Trump amid war pause
United States President Donald Trump has said that he will review Iran's new 14-point peace proposal.
Donald Trump's 25% auto tariff could cost Germany $18B
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to raise tariffs on European cars and trucks to 25%.
Could US Navy attack Cuba while returning from Iran?
In a recent speech, President Donald Trump jokingly suggested that the US Navy could take on Cuba while returning from Iran.
US approves $8.6bn arms sales to Israel, Gulf nations
The United States has approved military sales worth over $8.6 billion to Israel, Qatar, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Canada identifies Khalistani elements as violent extremist threat
Canada's national intelligence agency, the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS), has identified Khalistani elements as a violent extremist threat.
Iran warns conflict with US-Israel could resume soon
Iran's armed forces have warned that the conflict with the United States and Israel could soon resume.
Trump announces US will withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany
United States President Donald Trump has announced plans to withdraw 5,000 active-duty troops from Germany. The withdrawal will be completed in the next six to 12 months.
US aircraft carrier leaves Middle East after Iran operations
The USS Gerald R Ford, the world's largest aircraft carrier, has left the Middle East after participating in operations against Iran.
US naval blockade has cost Iran $4.8B in oil revenue
The US blockade in the Gulf of Oman and nearby maritime routes has reportedly cost Iran nearly $4.8 billion in oil revenue, Axios reported citing Pentagon estimates.
US at war with Iran, can't let 'lunatics' have nukes
United States President Donald Trump has reiterated his hardline stance against Iran, saying the US is at war with the nation as "We're in a war because, I think you would agree, we can't let lunatics have a nuclear weapon."
UN condemns Denmark's controversial parental competence tests
The United Nations has raised concerns over the treatment of a Greenlandic mother, Keira Alexandra Kronvold, by Danish authorities.
Donald Trump nominated for 2026 Nobel Peace Prize: Report
United States President Donald Trump has been nominated for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, according to reports.
What's Dark Eagle? Hypersonic-missile US is considering deploying against Iran
The United States is reportedly considering deploying one of its most advanced hypersonic weapons, "Dark Eagle," in the ongoing Iran conflict.
UAE bans travel to Iran, Lebanon, Iraq amid regional tensions
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced a travel ban for its citizens to Iran, Lebanon, and Iraq. The decision was taken due to rising regional tensions in the Middle East.
Online violence against women in public life rising: UN report
A United Nations report has revealed that women in public life are increasingly facing sophisticated forms of online violence.
Iran's Khamenei issues defiant statement on Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has issued a bold statement asserting Tehran's control over the Strait of Hormuz.
Earthquakes near Area 51 spark nuclear testing conspiracy theories
A series of at least 17 earthquakes have been recorded near the highly classified United States Air Force facility, Area 51.
Andhra man, hunting for job unsuccessfully, kills self in US
Iraganaboyina Chandu, a 26-year-old student from Andhra Pradesh, died by suicide in the United States.
China to facilitate 1,000 Indians' travel for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra
The Chinese government has announced that it will facilitate the travel of 1,000 Indian pilgrims this year for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.
'Not like India...': Pakistan minister admits zero strategic oil reserves
Pakistan is facing a fuel crisis as global oil prices hit $126 per barrel, the highest since 2022. The spike is due to tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
US plans 'final blow' to Iran, considers hypersonic missile deployment
United States Central Command (Centcom) chief Admiral Bradley Cooper has briefed President Donald Trump about plans for a "final blow" to Iran.
Video shows White House dinner shooting suspect at security checkpoint
Federal prosecutors have released surveillance footage of Cole Tomas Allen's alleged attempt to breach the security at the 2026 White House Correspondents' Dinner.
Ex-cellmate says he found suicide note from Jeffrey Epstein
Nicholas Tartaglione, a convicted quadruple murderer and cellmate of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, has claimed that he found an alleged suicide note written by the disgraced financier.
60-day deadline nearing, US says 'not at war' with Iran
The Donald Trump administration has denied being at war with Iran, despite the ongoing Middle East conflict.
Skeptical US Senate grills Pete Hegseth over Iran war
United States Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has been accused of giving an inaccurate portrayal of the war in Iran.
Father-daughter duo admits selling fake Banksy, Picasso paintings for $2M
A father-and-daughter duo in New Jersey has pleaded guilty to running a multi-million dollar art forgery scheme for years.
Stephen Fry sues event organizers for $135K after 6-feet fall
British broadcaster, actor, and author Stephen Fry has filed a personal injury lawsuit against tech conference organizers CogX Festival Ltd and Blonstein Events Ltd.
Trump says he is weighing reducing American troops in Germany
United States President Donald Trump has announced plans to review the possibility of reducing American troops stationed in Germany.
India becomes Australia's largest foreign-born group, surpassing England
India has officially become Australia's largest source of overseas-born residents for the first time.
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.