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David Szalay wins 2025 Booker Prize for 'Flesh'
Hungarian-British author David Szalay has won the prestigious 2025 Booker Prize for his novel Flesh.
US Senate passes funding deal to end historic shutdown
The United States Senate has approved a funding package aimed at ending the longest government shutdown in history.
'We're pretty close': Trump signals breakthrough in US-India trade talks
United States President Donald Trump has hinted at a possible trade breakthrough with India.
US: Andhra student found dead; family starts fundraiser for repatriation
A 23-year-old student from Andhra Pradesh, Rajyalakshmi Yarlagadda, was found dead in her apartment on November 7. The cause of death is currently under investigation by medical authorities in the United States, The Times of India reported.
Rich nations losing zeal to tackle climate crisis: COP30 chief
The 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change has started in Belem, Brazil.
What's Pakistan's 27th amendment that will make Munir power czar
Pakistan's proposed 27th Constitutional Amendment has received the green light from parliamentary law and justice committees.
Hamas returns Israeli soldier's remains after 11 years
The Israeli Prime Minister's Office has confirmed that the body received on Sunday is that of Lieutenant Hadar Goldin, an Israeli soldier killed in Gaza during the 2014 war.
'Fedora man' from Louvre heist photo unmasked; who is he
Fifteen-year-old Pedro Elias Garzon Delvaux has been thrust into the global spotlight ever since a photograph of him outside the Louvre, Paris, on the day of a crown jewels heist went viral.
Why BBC's director general and news chief have resigned
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has witnessed an unprecedented leadership shakeup with the resignation of its Director General Tim Davie and Head of News Deborah Turness.
BBC expected to apologize after editing Trump's speech in documentary
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is expected to issue a formal apology for editing United States President Donald Trump's speech from January 6, 2021, The Telegraph reported.
Typhoon Fung-wong approaches Taiwan after displacing 1.4M in Philippines
Typhoon Fung-wong has exited the northwestern Philippines after wreaking havoc on the northeastern coast.
US Senate reaches deal to end longest-ever government shutdown
A bipartisan group of at least eight Senate Democratic centrists has struck a deal with Senate Republican leaders and the White House to end the longest shutdown in US history within days.
Trump calls tariff opponents 'fools'; announces $2,000 dividend for Americans
United States President Donald Trump has defended his controversial tariff policy, claiming it has made the US "the richest, most respected country in the world."
Pakistan amends constitution, Asim Munir gets key role
Pakistan has introduced a constitutional amendment to establish a new position of chief of defense forces for better coordination among its military services.
Super Typhoon Fung-wong intensifies; 100,000 evacuated in Philippines
The Philippines has evacuated over 100,000 people from its eastern and northern regions as Super Typhoon Fung-wong, locally known as Uwan, intensified on Sunday.
British intercepts linked India to Canadian Sikh's killing: Documentary
A new documentary by Bloomberg Originals, titled Inside the Deaths that Rocked India's Relations with the West, has claimed that British spy call intercepts helped Canadian authorities link India to Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing in June 2023.
Afghanistan-Pakistan peace talks collapse over Islamabad's 'unreasonable' demands: Taliban
Peace negotiations between Afghanistan and Pakistan have collapsed, the Taliban announced on Saturday.
Cancer and diabetes patients might be denied US visas
The United States may deny visas to immigrants with certain medical conditions, a report has said.
Mali: 5 Indians kidnapped amid rising Al-Qaeda, ISIS insurgency threat
Five Indian nationals have been kidnapped in Mali, a West African country that is witnessing an upsurge in violence by Al-Qaeda and ISIS-linked groups, according to AFP.
India-Israel joint attack on Pakistan's nuke facility was possible: Barlow
Former Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) officer Richard Barlow has revealed, in an interview with ANI, that there were plans for a joint operation between India and Israel to bomb Pakistan's Kahuta nuclear facility in the early 1980s.
UN lifts sanctions on Syrian president ahead of Trump meeting
The United Nations Security Council has voted to lift sanctions on Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
Missing Indian student in Russia found dead in dam
The body of a 22-year-old Indian student, Ajit Singh Chaudhary, has been discovered in a dam near the White River in Ufa, Russia.
Dashcam captures horrifying UPS plane crash as casualties reach 13
A new dashcam footage of the UPS cargo plane that crashed in Kentucky has emerged, capturing the dramatic moment the plane slammed into the ground.
Video: Man standing behind Trump faints during weight-loss drug announcement
A pharmaceutical executive fainted in the Oval Office on Thursday as President Donald Trump announced a new deal for weight-loss drugs.
'Modi largely stopped buying Russian oil': Trump hints India visit
United States President Donald Trump has said that his talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi are "going great."
Great Barrier Reef recoverable if global warming stays below 2°C
Australia's Great Barrier Reef, one of the world's most biodiverse ecosystems, is facing a "grim future" with a "rapid coral decline" by 2050, according to a new study.
Gen Z protests against Pakistan government spread across POK
In Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (POK), a new wave of protests has emerged, this time led by the younger generation.
Controversial Miss Universe executive body-shamed India's Rachel Gupta as well?
Nawat Itsaragrisil, the president of Miss Grand International (MGI) and vice president (Asiana) of Miss Universe, has been accused of insulting and body shaming contestants.
Freed Israeli hostage claims he was sexually assaulted in captivity
Rom Braslavski, a recently released Israeli hostage, has alleged that he was sexually assaulted during his time in captivity by the Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) in Gaza.
Arizona dad, who watched porn while 2-year-old died, kills himself
Christopher Scholtes, a 38-year-old father from Arizona, United States, died by suicide on Wednesday. This was the same day he was supposed to report to prison for the death of his two-year-old daughter, Parker.
King Charles allows brother Andrew to keep war medal
King Charles has decided to allow his brother, Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, to keep his South Atlantic medal, aka the Falklands medal.
Paris residents can win cemetery spots beside Jim Morrison-Oscar Wilde
The city of Paris has launched a unique lottery offering residents the chance to win burial plots in its historic cemeteries.
Why Zohran Mamdani, New York's mayor-elect, cannot become US president
Zohran Mamdani, who will soon take over as New York City's mayor, is making history as the city's first Muslim and youngest leader in over a century.
Louvre used 'LOUVRE' as password for security before $102M heist
The Louvre, the world's most-visited museum, was the target of a $102 million jewel heist on October 19.
Will Prince Harry lose royal title like his uncle Andrew?
Prince Harry could eventually lose his royal title, just like his uncle, King Charles's brother, Andrew Mountbatten Windsor (previously Prince Andrew).
Miss Universe executive calls Miss Mexico 'dumbhead'; contestants stage walkout
A number of contestants at the Miss Universe event have staged a walkout after an official from host nation Thailand publicly reprimanded Miss Mexico.
Shutdown effect: US may cut 10% flights at 40 airports
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will reduce air traffic at 40 major US airports by 10% starting Friday if a government shutdown, which has been the longest in American history, continues.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum to sue man for groping her
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced her decision to press charges against a man who groped her during a public event.
'8 planes were downed': Trump changes claim on India-Pakistan conflict
United States President Donald Trump has once again claimed to have brokered peace between India and Pakistan. But this time he revised the number of fighter jets he claimed were shot down during the conflict from seven to eight.
'Only war if...': Pakistan warns Afghanistan ahead of truce talks
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has issued a stern warning to Afghanistan ahead of crucial peace talks in Turkey.
Trump claims America 'lost bit of sovereignty' after Mamdani's victory
United States President Donald Trump has slammed New Yorkers for electing Zohran Mamdani as their new mayor.
How Zohran Mamdani's wife quietly played role in his victory
Rama Duwaji, the wife of newly elected New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani, played a pivotal role in his successful campaign.
'Not Sikhs': Pakistan denies Hindu pilgrims entry at Wagah border
Pakistan has denied entry to several Hindu pilgrims, who were traveling with a Sikh jatha, for the celebration of Guru Nanak Dev Ji's birth anniversary at Nankana Sahib.
Zohran Mamdani's net worth, Indian connection: Everything about NYC mayor-elect
Democrat Zohran Mamdani was elected as the next Mayor of New York City on Thursday. At 34, he is also the youngest person to hold this position in over a century.
Ongoing government shutdown becomes longest in US history
The United States government shutdown, which began on October 1, has now entered its 36th day.
Trump, Modi in regular contact; trade talks ongoing: White House
The White House has confirmed that United States President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are in regular touch as trade talks between the two countries intensify.
Pakistan rejects Trump's nuclear testing claims
Pakistan has rejected United States President Donald Trump's claims that the country was secretly testing nuclear weapons.
India, Israel sign major defense deal to boost military cooperation
India and Israel have signed a major defense agreement to enhance technological cooperation and joint development of advanced weapon systems.
Challenge to Trump, Nehru mention: Highlights from Mamdani's victory speech
Democrat Zohran Mamdani has made history as the first Muslim South Asian immigrant mayor of New York City. He defeated former Governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa.
Typhoon Kalmaegi claims 58 lives in Philippines; headed toward Vietnam
Typhoon Kalmaegi, locally known as Tino, has wreaked havoc in the central Philippines, killing at least 58 people.
Trump cites 2 reasons as Democrats sweep first major elections
United States President Donald Trump has blamed his absence from the ballot and the ongoing government shutdown for the Republican Party's poor performance in local elections.
7 dead after cargo plane crashes at Kentucky airport
A United Parcel Service (UPS) cargo plane crashed during takeoff at the Louisville International Airport in Kentucky on Tuesday evening.
Zohran Mamdani becomes NYC's first Muslim mayor
Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani has won the 2025 New York City mayoral election.
Economists warn $70T inheritance boom will widen global inequality: Report
A report has warned that over the next decade, more than $70 trillion of inherited wealth will be passed down generations, widening inequality.
Former US Vice President Dick Cheney dies at 84
Richard Bruce Cheney, who served as the 46th Vice President of the United States under President George W Bush from 2001 to 2009, died on Tuesday at the age of 84.
Mehul Choksi challenges extradition to India in Belgium's Supreme Court
Fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi has challenged his extradition to India at the Supreme Court of Belgium.
Ex-Bangladesh minister blames CIA for Hasina's ouster in new book
Bangladesh's former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal has made explosive allegations in a new book, claiming that the United States's Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) was behind the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
NYC mayoral election: Trump threatens funding cuts if Mamdani wins
United States President Donald Trump has expressed support for Andrew Cuomo in the New York City mayoral race, urging voters not to elect front-runner Zohran Mamdani.
Top Israeli military lawyer arrested for leaking Palestinian abuse video
Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi, Israel's military advocate general, has been arrested after she admitted to leaking a video of soldiers allegedly abusing a Palestinian detainee.
Courts halt deportation of Indian-origin man wrongfully jailed for 43yrs
Two United States courts have intervened to stop the deportation of Subramanyam Vedam, a 64-year-old Indian-origin man who was wrongfully imprisoned for 43 years.
Canada rejected 74% Indian student visa applications in August 2025
Canada rejected a staggering 74% of Indian student visa applications in August 2025, according to official immigration data.