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20 Mar 2024

Beijing

What's Article 23, Hong Kong's new draconian national security law? 

Hong Kong has approved a new national security law—Article 23—which gives lawmakers sweeping powers to quell opposition.

20 Mar 2024

Joe Biden

Why is everyone talking about Joe Biden's new sneakers

United States (US) President Joe Biden, who has a history of slips and stumbles, was recently spotted wearing a new pair of chunky all-black sneakers.

Israel undermining top UN court, says South Africa 

South Africa's foreign minister, Naledi Pandor, has accused Israel of setting a precedent for governments to defy the International Court of Justice (ICJ), as she alleged a "starvation" campaign in Gaza.

20 Mar 2024

United Nations (UN)

Finland remains world's happiest country for 7th straight year 

The United Nations's World Happiness Report on Wednesday named Finland as the world's happiest country, marking its seventh year in a row at the top.

19 Mar 2024

Nawaz Sharif

Pakistan: Nawaz Sharif triggers controversy after chairing Punjab government meeting

Former Prime Minister of Pakistan Nawaz Sharif on Tuesday stirred up a storm by presiding over three administrative meetings of the Punjab government.

19 Mar 2024

Afghanistan

Explained: Pakistan airstrikes in Afghanistan, deterioration of Islamabad-Taliban ties

Pakistan on Monday conducted two airstrikes in the provinces of Paktika and Khost in Afghanistan, increasing tensions between the two countries.

US Senator 'concerned' about CAA impact on Indian Muslims 

A United States senator has expressed concern over the government notifying rules for the implementation of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019.

19 Mar 2024

Kate Middleton

Kate Middleton spotted 'happy, healthy' with husband? Netizens skeptical

The mystery surrounding the whereabouts of Kate Middleton continues to deepen.

18 Mar 2024

Kate Middleton

After Kate's edited photo, Queen Elizabeth's 2023 picture triggers controversy

Days after Kate Middleton's Mother's Day photograph turned out to be doctored, another picture shared by the British Royal family has triggered controversy.

18 Mar 2024

Israel

Israel-Hamas conflict: Israeli forces storm Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital

The Israeli military has raided the Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza, triggering a massive fire and causing multiple casualties, Reuters reported.

18 Mar 2024

Kate Middleton

Royal Palace might soon share update regarding Kate Middleton's 'disappearance'

The mystery surrounding the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton's health is deepening by the day, with no concrete confirmation or update from the Royal Palace.

18 Mar 2024

Vladimir Putin

Russia presidential poll: Vladimir Putin secures record post-Soviet landslide victory

Vladimir Putin has secured a landslide victory in the Russian presidential election, with official figures indicating he garnered 87.97% of the vote.

17 Mar 2024

China

China 'ready to intervene' if America, NATO attack Russia: Report

A representative of China's Ministry of Defense reportedly stated on Saturday that Beijing is "ready to intervene" if the United States (US) or North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) decides to attack Russia.

17 Mar 2024

Kate Middleton

Kate Middleton's staff reportedly haven't 'seen or spoken' to her

On March 10, Kate Middleton shared a family photo on Instagram. It was the Princess of Wales' first official photo release since her abdominal surgery in January.

17 Mar 2024

Donald Trump

Trump warns of 'bloodbath' if he loses US presidential election

Former United States (US) President Donald Trump on Saturday warned of a "bloodbath" in the country if he loses the upcoming US presidential election, The New York Times reported.

16 Mar 2024

Hamas

No more 'normal babies' in Gaza: UN official

The ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian terror group Hamas in Gaza has created a "nightmare" for mothers and babies in the region.

16 Mar 2024

Vladimir Putin

Video of person urinating on Putin's parents' grave goes viral

In a shocking development, an unknown individual desecrated the grave of Russian President Vladimir Putin's parents by allegedly urinating on it at the Serafimovsky cemetery in Saint Petersburg.

India abstains from voting on Islamophobia in UNGA; explains why

India on Friday (local time) chose to abstain from a United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) vote on a resolution addressing Islamophobia, which was introduced by Pakistan and supported by China.

15 Mar 2024

Kate Middleton

The curious case of Kate Middleton's disappearance

Since her last public appearance on Christmas Day 2023, Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, has remained out of the spotlight, sparking rumors and theories about her well-being.

15 Mar 2024

Hamas

Hamas issues ceasefire proposal, Israel calls demands 'unrealistic': Report

Palestinian terrorist group Hamas has reportedly submitted a Gaza ceasefire proposal to mediators and the United States (US) amid Israel's ongoing aggression.

Father of Michigan school shooter found guilty of manslaughter

James Crumbley, the father of Ethan Crumbley who killed four students at Oxford High School in Michigan, has been found guilty of involuntary manslaughter.

15 Mar 2024

Vladimir Putin

Establishing nuclear power unit in space is Russia's priority: Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin has told government officials that space projects, including setting up a nuclear power unit in space, should be a priority and get proper financing, local media reports said.

15 Mar 2024

Vladimir Putin

Explained: Russian presidential polls begin with Putin's expected victory

Russian citizens, in millions, are voting in an election that is expected to give Vladimir Putin at least six more years in power.

Concerned about CAA, closely monitoring its implementation: US

The United States (US) has voiced concerns over India's Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and is closely monitoring its implementation.

CIA made fake internet identities to propagate anti-China rumors: Report

Two years into his presidency, Donald Trump authorized a covert operation by the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).

14 Mar 2024

Pakistan News

Pakistan's central bank clarifies after half-printed Rs. 1,000 banknotes circulated

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued a clarification after videos showing half-printed Rs. 1,000 notes went viral recently.

Man who spent 70 years inside an iron lung dies

Paul Alexander, who spent the past seven decades in an iron lung and defied expectations by becoming an author and a lawyer, died on Monday aged 78 at a Dallas hospital in Texas, United States (US).

13 Mar 2024

Russia

Putin warns the West: Russia is ready for nuclear war 

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday cautioned the West that his country is prepared for nuclear war and would view any US troop deployment to Ukraine as a major escalation.

US needs highly qualified professionals from India, says Congressman 

Pennsylvania Congressman Matt Cartwright has voiced support for eliminating the 7% country quota on Green Cards, acknowledging the importance of highly skilled professionals from India.

13 Mar 2024

Joe Biden

US: Biden, Trump secure nominations, stage set for rematch

United States President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have secured their parties' presidential nominations—paving the way for the first US presidential election rematch in nearly 70 years.

12 Mar 2024

Maldives

Indian troops begin withdrawing from Maldives after Muizzu's order

India has begun pulling out military personnel from the Maldives, following orders from the island nation's new president, Mohamed Muizzu.

12 Mar 2024

Russia

Russian military plane crashes in Ivanovo, killing all 15 onboard

A Russian defense ministry cargo plane, the Ilyushin I1-76 crashed in the Inanovo region, northeast of Moscow, on Tuesday.

12 Mar 2024

Israel

Famine in Gaza 'imminent', warns UN as Israel continues blockade

The United Nations cautioned on Tuesday that unless Israel allows a substantial rise in humanitarian aid, thousands of Palestinians in Gaza could face death due to an impending famine.

12 Mar 2024

Haiti

Haiti's 'unelected' PM Ariel Henry resigns amid gang violence

Haiti's Prime Minister Ariel Henry, on Tuesday, stepped down from his position amid violence and pressure from regional leaders.

12 Mar 2024

Boeing

Boeing whistleblower found dead in South Carolina hotel parking

John Barnett—a whistleblower who revealed safety concerns within airplane manufacturing firm Beoing—was discovered dead in his truck at a South Carolina hotel parking lot.

11 Mar 2024

Kate Middleton

UK: Controversy around Kate Middleton's 'edited photo' explained

A controversy has erupted over the first official photo of Princess Kate Middleton since her abdominal surgery in January.

11 Mar 2024

Haiti

'Cannibal' gang plunges Haiti into 'state of emergency'

Haiti has descended into anarchy as gangs continue to terrorize the Caribbean nation.

11 Mar 2024

Benjamin Netanyahu

Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu vows to invade Rafah, defying Biden's warning

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly standing by his decision to invade Rafah, a city on the Gaza Strip's southern border controlled by the Palestinian terrorist group Hamas.

11 Mar 2024

China

China considers making bosses pay employees for 'invisible overtime' 

China is considering providing legal protection for workers who are required to stay online even after their work hours.

11 Mar 2024

Cryptocurrency

Crypto company transferred assets worth $4.2mn to Russian arms dealer

Copper Technologies, a cryptocurrency company, moved over $4.2 million in digital assets to a wallet connected to Jonatan Zimenkov, a member of an alleged Russian arms-dealing network.