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Pakistan government's X account hacked; begs loans from international partners
Pakistan has claimed that its Economic Affairs Division account on X (formerly Twitter) was hacked.
'None of our business': JD Vance on India-Pakistan conflict
United States Vice President JD Vance has said the ongoing India-Pakistan conflict is "fundamentally none of our business."
Robert Prevost of the US is the new pope
The Roman Catholic Church has elected a new pope.
Pakistan reports Indian drone strikes in multiple cities; 'downs' 12
Pakistan's military has claimed that 12 Indian drones have been destroyed across several cities, a day after Islamabad vowed to avenge the alleged death of civilians in India's 'Operation Sindoor.'
Dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters arrested after storming Columbia University library
The New York Police Department (NYPD) has taken at least 80 people into custody after a pro-Palestinian group staged a protest in an area of the main library at Columbia University.
Is royal family ghosting Prince Harry?
Prince Harry is facing exclusion from the British Royal Family due to trust issues, according to a new report.
'We'll avenge every injustice': Al-Qaeda issues threat after Operation Sindoor
Terrorist outfit Al-Qaeda has released a statement, denouncing Indian airstrikes on nine terror camps under 'Operation Sindoor.'
'Right to defend itself': UK MP lauds India's 'Operation Sindoor'
United Kingdom MP Priti Patel backed India's military strikes on terror camps in Pakistan, stressing that terrorists endanger both India and Western interests.
Loud explosion heard in Lahore day after India's 'Operation Sindoor'
A loud explosion was reported from Lahore, Pakistan's eastern city, on Thursday morning.
South Korea reports 52 measles cases, highest in 6 years
South Korea has reported a sharp increase in cases of measles, the highest in six years.
Sotheby's postpones auction of sacred Buddhist relics after India's demand
Sotheby's, the prestigious auction house, has postponed the sale of sacred Buddhist relics in Hong Kong, a decision it took following intervention by the Indian government.
Pakistan shuts Kartarpur corridor for Indian pilgrims after 'Operation Sindoor'
Pakistan has closed the Kartarpur corridor at Dera Baba Nanak (in Punjab's Gurdaspur district) in the wake of India's military offensive, 'Operation Sindoor.'
Pakistan authorizes military to respond after India's 'Operation Sindoor'
Pakistan has reportedly empowered its forces to carry out "corresponding actions" after India's surgical strikes on terror camps on its soil and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
US, UK issue travel advisories for parts of India, Pakistan
The United States of America and the United Kingdom have issued travel advisories for certain parts of India and Pakistan.
BBC admits editorial lapse in Prince Harry interview coverage
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has acknowledged a violation of its "usual high editorial standards" during coverage of an interview discussing Prince Harry.
'If India backs down, we'll definitely wrap up': Pakistan minister
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has said they would agree to a ceasefire if India stops its own military operations too.
'No terrorist camps here,' claims Pakistan minister; reporter fact-checks him
Pakistan's Information and Broadcasting Minister Attaullah Tarar was fact-checked during a live interview on Sky News when he claimed that India's 'Operation Sindoor' targeted civilian sites.
Trump's trade officials to finally meet Chinese counterparts this week
Senior trade officials from the United States of America and China are scheduled to meet this week in what will be their first in-person discussion since a trade war between them escalated in March.
How world leaders reacted to India's 'Operation Sindoor'
India launched precision strikes on nine terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (POK) under 'Operation Sindoor' on Wednesday.
'Operation Sindoor': 10 of JeM chief Masood Azhar's family killed
Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) chief Masood Azhar has claimed that 10 of his family members were killed in India's targeted airstrikes under 'Operation Sindoor' on Wednesday morning.
'They attacked mosques...everything is crushed': Pakistan eyewitnesses recount India's strikes
Locals in Pakistan have reacted to India's 'Operation Sindoor,' which was carried out early Wednesday morning.
US and Yemen's Houthis reach ceasefire agreement
A ceasefire deal has been reached between the United States of America and Yemen's Houthi rebels.
Canada 'never for sale,' Mark Carney tells Donald Trump
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney firmly rejected United States President Donald Trump's proposal to make Canada the 51st US state.
China 'regrets military actions by India' against Pakistan; urges restraint
China has voiced its regret and concern over India's military actions, which were conducted in retaliation for a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir.
Friedrich Merz elected German Chancellor after initial shock defeat
German conservative party leader Friedrich Merz has been elected as Chancellor by parliament in a second round of voting, after a shocking loss in his first bid to form a government with the center-left Social Democrats.
Many in US, Western Europe think WW3 imminent: Poll
A new YouGov poll has shown that many Americans and Western Europeans think a third global conflict could erupt in the next 10 years.
Dozens arrested after masked pro-Palestinian protesters occupy Washington University building
More than two dozen pro-Palestinian protesters have been arrested after they occupied an engineering building at the University of Washington on Monday (local time).
Who's Balvinder Singh, Indian-origin billionaire jailed in Dubai and why
Balvinder Singh Sahni, a leading Indian businessman in Dubai, has been sentenced to five years in jail for money laundering.
Toronto-Delhi Air India flight diverted due to lavatory issue
A direct Air India flight on the route between Toronto and Delhi was forced to divert and land in Frankfurt on May 2.
Trump blocks grant funding for Harvard until it meets demands
The United States Department of Education has stopped billions of dollars in research grants and other aid to Harvard University.
'We'll do everything we can': US House Speaker backs India
United States House Speaker Mike Johnson has expressed strong support for India in its fight against terrorism.
Good news! US visa slots now open for Indian students
The US Embassy in India has announced that thousands of student visa appointment slots are now open.
Vatican to disable phone signals ahead of new pope's election
The Vatican will switch off all mobile phone signals on Wednesday, ahead of the highly secretive conclave to elect a new pope.
Elon Musk's Texas mansion has left neighbors angry—Here's why
Elon Musk's plans to build a compound in Texas are being met with opposition from local residents.
India demands return of Piprahwa gems found with Buddha's remains
The Indian government has moved to stop the auction of ancient gem relics that were found buried with the remains of Buddha.
New Zealand PM proposes social media ban for under-16s
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has suggested a law banning children under 16 from using social media platforms.
No outcome at UNSC's closed-door meet held for India-Pakistan tension
A United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting called at the behest of Pakistan on Monday concluded without an official outcome or statement.
Japan's child population hits record low for 44th consecutive year
Japan is facing a demographic crisis.
Overwhelmed by stress of managing 400 students, Chinese teacher dies
A young teacher in central China, simply identified as Li, has died tragically under the pressure of handling 400 students and working overtime.
Pakistani hackers allegedly breach Indian defense websites, hack sensitive data
A hacker group from Pakistan, calling themselves the 'Pakistan Cyber Force,' has allegedly claimed to have hacked multiple Indian defense websites.