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US and China race in AI, Kazakhstan joins both groups
As the US and China establish competing AI blocs, nations face tough choices, balancing technological gains from both superpowers while avoiding full commitment to either side.
At Georgia rally, Donald Trump urges welcoming Norwegians and Swedes
US President Donald Trump reiterated his stance that the US should prioritize migrants from Norway and Sweden over those from conflict-hit nations like Libya and Somalia.
Serbia polls: Aleksandar Vucic challenged by student list movement
Serbia’s student-led movement aims to end Aleksandar Vucic’s 14-year rule in snap elections, transforming anti-corruption protests into a significant political challenge.
Israel to close West Bank crossings for October 27 vote
Israel announced the closure of all land crossings with the West Bank on October 27, 2026, coinciding with election day, amid heightened security measures following recent attacks.
President Barack Obama urges midterm 'circuit breaker' against Trump corruption
Former President Barack Obama criticized the Trump administration's corruption and policies while campaigning for Democrats in Cleveland and Detroit ahead of the midterm elections.
Missile strike and Houthi militia threats prompt Riyadh air pause
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia's new airline, began operations this summer amidst escalating violence from the Houthi militia, significantly impacting its launch and operations.
Bulgaria votes amid Black Sea drone strikes, Iotova, Gyurov lead
Bulgarians head to the polls on October 25, 2026, for presidential elections as drone strikes off the Black Sea coast heighten security concerns and international tensions.
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi and family escape Aurora temple shooting attempt
US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi recounted a thwarted mass shooting at a Hindu temple in Aurora, Colorado, where a gun malfunction prevented the attack.
US President Donald Trump may attack Iran but seeks diplomacy
US President Donald Trump has indicated the possibility of another attack on Iran while expressing hope for a significant agreement with Tehran.
Donald Trump blames France unrest on immigration, repeats 'shithouse' insult
US President Donald Trump attributes France's unrest to immigration, reiterating his derogatory description of Libya, Yemen, Haiti, and Somalia as "shithouse countries."
Riyadh airport reopens Terminals 1 and 2 amid Houthi claims
King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh will reopen Terminals 1 and 2 on Sunday, despite claims by Yemen's Houthi rebels of targeting key Saudi infrastructure.
Italy protests over war and rising living costs spark clashes
Protests erupted in major Italian cities on Saturday over war and rising living costs, with violent clashes reported in Turin, Rome, and Bologna despite heightened police presence.
Protests in France and Spain spark clashes, mass arrests
Masked protesters clashed with police and looted shops in France and Spain, leading to over 1,100 arrests as demonstrations against the establishment turned violent.
Modi'in clash spotlights Israel's divide over ultra-Orthodox military exemptions
The ongoing dispute over ultra-Orthodox military exemptions is intensifying societal divisions and influencing Israel's political landscape amid current conflicts.
Archdiocese of New York to pay $800 million to about 1,300
The Archdiocese of New York has agreed to an $800 million settlement with 1,300 sexual abuse survivors, marking one of the largest settlements in the Catholic Church's history.
Barack Obama criticizes Vivek Ramaswamy and Donald Trump, backs Democrats
Barack Obama criticized Vivek Ramaswamy for exploiting his opponent's childhood in a campaign ad and accused Donald Trump of failing to address the cost of living.
Obama in Ohio and Trump in Florida trade attacks
Former Presidents Barack Obama and Donald Trump exchanged sharp criticisms during separate events in Ohio and Florida, escalating their ongoing rivalry.
Obama criticizes Trump's home renovation focus, Ramaswamy over acton ad
Former President Barack Obama condemned the indecency of a campaign ad by Republican candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, highlighting its exploitation of personal hardships.
Letitia James plans outside counsel amid Cornell 7 impartiality doubts
New York Attorney General Letitia James plans to hire outside counsel for the "Cornell 7" investigation after facing criticism for her prejudicial comments about the case.
Brazil probes 8 children's deaths at Sao Paulo Salvalus Hospital
Brazilian authorities are probing the deaths of eight children at Salvalus Hospital in São Paulo, following allegations from parents that infections led to fatal sepsis.
Yemen's Houthi group denies missile attacks on Mecca and Medina
The Houthi group denied attacking Mecca and Medina, stating their operations focused on Saudi oil facilities and military installations amid escalating cross-border hostilities.
Saudi Arabia issues 'potential danger' alert amid Iran-backed Houthi rebels
Saudi Arabia's civil defence agency issued and quickly rescinded warnings of potential danger for western provinces, including Mecca and Jeddah, amid ongoing Houthi attacks.
Lula da Silva and Flavio Bolsonaro clash in Globo debate
In a heated final debate, Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro and President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva clashed over the cost of living ahead of the election runoff.
Italy braces for protests against rising cost of living
Italy has ramped up security in major cities ahead of nationwide protests over the rising cost of living.
1 dead, 350 injured as Typhoon Champi hits Taiwan
Typhoon Champi wreaked havoc in Taiwan, killing one and injuring 350 people. The storm's strong winds and rains continued overnight from Friday into Saturday morning.
Meghan Markle 'relieved' as father's child pornography allegations get investigated
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is "relieved" by news of a reported investigation into child pornography allegations against her estranged father, Thomas Markle Sr.
Trump claims he prevented India-Pakistan war by threatening 250% tariffs
United States President Donald Trump has again claimed he played a key role in preventing a war between India and Pakistan in 2025.
Most-wanted Haryana gangster arrested in US: Report
Haryana gangster Himanshu Bhau, one of India's most-wanted criminals, has reportedly been arrested in the United States by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), according to information available to India Today.
Trump threatens to unleash 'another little Epic Fury' on Iran
United States President Donald Trump has threatened to launch another round of military strikes against Iran if an agreement is not reached.
Strong 7.1-magnitude earthquake strikes Vanuatu islands
A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.1 struck the Vanuatu Islands in the South Pacific Ocean on Saturday at 2:31am GMT.
Gunmen open fire during funeral at Jordan church, killing 6
At least six people have been killed, and 28 others wounded after gunmen open fire during a funeral at the Hamoud church in Jordan's Karak governorate on Friday.
France to deploy 70,000 police personnel for cost-of-living protests
France is deploying around 70,000 police officers across the country on Saturday in anticipation of renewed violence during cost-of-living protests, PTI reported.
'Zero red lines': Iran threatens Gulf if US, Israel attack
Iran has threatened to target oil facilities, undersea cables, data centers, and artificial intelligence facilities across as many as seven Gulf countries if the United States and Israel launch a new attack.
AQI at 410, Lahore ranked world's most polluted city
Lahore was named the world's most polluted city on Friday, with its air quality reaching hazardous levels and the Air Quality Index (AQI) touching 410.
Meghan Markle 'deeply distressed' over father's child porn allegations
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has expressed her distress over the recent allegations against her father, Thomas Markle Sr.
US judge orders Trump deposition in defamation suit against BBC
A United States judge has ordered President Donald Trump to answer questions under oath in his defamation lawsuit against the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
Drive-by shooting in Paris leaves 1 dead, 4 injured
A drive-by shooting in the Yvelines district west of Paris has left one dead and at least four others injured.
Indonesia's wildfires threaten ancient rock art
Wildfires in Indonesia, the worst in over a decade, are endangering some of the oldest rock art on Earth.
Europe's heat-related deaths hit record high due to climate change
This summer was the deadliest on record for heat-related deaths in Europe's cities, with over 50,000 fatalities across the continent.
'They rigged 2nd election': Trump declares 'right' to run again
United States President Donald Trump has said he believes he has the "right to run again" for president again, despite the constitutional restrictions.
Typhoon Champi nears Taiwan; 1,000 flights canceled across East Asia
Hundreds of flights in Taiwan and Japan have been cancelled as Taiwan braces for powerful Typhoon Champi, which is passing close to the island's east coast with torrential rains and gusts of up to 191 kph (119mph).
Explained: Shamonda virus symptoms, transmission, public risk
France has reported its first human case of the Shamonda virus, a disease previously only seen in animals.
'Historically Russian lands': Putin calls Zelenskyy's territorial loss remarks 'inappropriate'
Russian President Vladimir Putin has dismissed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's statements on accepting territorial losses as inappropriate.
Russian hack exposes Trump's son-in-law's secret dealings with Saudi, UAE
A new book has alleged that Russian hackers exposed two secret bank accounts of Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump's son-in-law.
Meghan Markle's father under investigation for possessing child pornography
Meghan Markle's estranged father, Thomas Markle Sr., is reportedly under investigation for possessing child pornography.
'They refused...own soldiers' bodies': India questions Pakistan's burial rights position
India has called out Pakistan for not accepting the bodies of its soldiers killed in the 1999 Kargil War while the Indian Army buried them with military honors and full Islamic rites.
UAE shuts beaches after tanker oil spill
The United Arab Emirates has temporarily shut down all beaches and coastal areas in Umm Al Quwain after a tanker oil spill affected the emirate's coastline.
Trump claims Musk has restored Ukraine's access to Starlink internet
United States President Donald Trump has claimed that Elon Musk has restored Ukraine's access to Starlink internet services. This comes after reports of disrupted connectivity affecting Kyiv's military operations.
Tibet: 7.0-magnitude earthquake rocks region, 18 dead, over 40 injured
A powerful 7.0-magnitude earthquake rocked a remote region in China's Tibet on Thursday, killing at least 18 people and injuring 46 others.
Houthis claim Saudi attacked boat carrying 14 Indian nationals
Yemen's Houthi rebels have alleged that a boat with 14 Indian nationals was attacked by Saudi Arabia near Zuqar Island in the Red Sea.
Trump now says he should have won Pulitzer
United States President Donald Trump has now claimed that he deserved a Pulitzer Prize for his writing, still miffed over missing out on the Nobel Peace Prize.
What's Badr defense pact signed between Qatar, Türkiye, Pakistan, Indonesia
Qatar, Türkiye, Pakistan, and Indonesia have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen defense cooperation and strengthen defensive capabilities.
France reports first-ever case of deadly shamonda virus in human
The Shamonda virus, an insect-borne disease that primarily affects livestock, has been detected in a human for the first time.
Indian among 2 killed in attack on Saudi airport
An attack on King Fahd International Airport in the eastern city of Dammam, Saudi Arabia, late Wednesday night killed two people, including an Indian national.
Why Ukrainian drones worth over $1M suddenly fell from sky
Ukraine's military operations were severely impacted last week when armed drones lost their satellite internet connections through Starshield, a Pentagon-funded service.
Is Prince Harry's reconciliation call to royals a 'challenge'?
Prince Harry's recent call for reconciliation with his father, King Charles, and brother, Prince William, could be viewed as a "challenge," as per a close friend of the royals.
Saudi airport attacked again; 1 dead, 8 injured
A suspected Houthi strike on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, eastern Saudi Arabia, left one dead and eight injured late Wednesday.
Indian embassy issues advisory amid violent protests in France
The Indian Embassy in Paris has issued an advisory to its nationals amid violent protests and clashes across France.
'They irritate me': Macron slams Trump over France protest comments
French President Emmanuel Macron has slammed United States President Donald Trump for his "as unacceptable as they are stupid" comments on the unrest in France.
Elon Musk decides Ukraine's access to Starlink, says Marco Rubio
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that decisions on Ukraine's access to Starlink are the prerogative of SpaceX and Elon Musk, not the White House.
Will Prince Harry get to reconcile with brother William?
Prince William is unlikely to respond publicly to his brother Prince Harry's recent call for reconciliation.
74-year-old American detained by Russia in 2022 released
Stephen Hubbard, a 74-year-old American citizen, has been freed from Russian detention after US special envoy Steve Witkoff's visit to St. Petersburg.
Pakistan's Khawaja Asif raises alarm over bureaucrats' exodus to Portugal
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has raised concerns over the loyalty of senior bureaucrats amid reports of Army Chief Asim Munir's growing influence over governance in Islamabad.
'Quiet, are you sick person?': Trump berates journalist
United States President Donald Trump had a heated exchange with The Independent reporter Andrew Feinberg in the Oval Office on Tuesday.
What trilateral Mecca defense pact says about withdrawal, military support
The Mecca Joint Defence Agreement signed between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey on August 7 has a 10-year exit restriction.