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Tariff-hit India asking Russia to 'explain Ukraine strategy': NATO chief
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has claimed that United States President Donald Trump's tariffs on India are having a big impact on Russia.
Netanyahu's jet to UNGA dodges European airspace to avoid arrest
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took a longer-than-necessary flight to the United Nations General Assembly in New York to avoid arrest.
Trump holds closed-door meeting with Pakistan PM Sharif, Army chief
United States President Donald Trump met with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir in the Oval Office on Thursday.
French ex-president Sarkozy found guilty of receiving funds from Gaddafi
Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy has been found guilty of criminal conspiracy in a case involving alleged illicit campaign financing from Libya.
UK: 90% of counterfeit toys seized are fake Labubu dolls
Fake Labubu dolls have accounted for 90% of all counterfeit toys seized at the UK border this year.
England's declining birthrate could close 800 primary schools by 2029
A new study by the Education Policy Institute has found that England's declining birth rates could result in the closure of around 800 primary schools by 2029.
North Korea has up to 2,000kg enriched uranium: South Korea
North Korea is estimated to have up to two tons of highly enriched uranium, South Korea's unification minister Chung Dong-young said on Thursday.
White House lays groundwork for mass firings if government shutdown
The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has asked federal agencies to prepare for mass firings in case of a government shutdown, specifically targeting employees who work for programs that aren't legally required to continue.
Drone incursions disrupt services at several airports in Denmark
Drones have disrupted operations at a second Danish airport this week, following a temporary closure of Aalborg Airport in the north due to drone sightings.
Trump to meet Sharif again after 36-second meeting at UNGA
United States President Donald Trump will meet Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday at the White House.
'Honestly really fun': Indian-origin man kills sex offender in California
A 29-year-old man from Fremont has been arrested for allegedly killing a 71-year-old man.
As ties reset, Canada foreign minister to visit India
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand is likely to visit India next month as both nations work toward normalizing their relations.
Trump orders Secret Service to probe '3 sinister' UN mishaps
United States President Donald Trump has alleged that he was the victim of "three very sinister events" during his recent visit to the United Nations (UN).
Statue of Trump-Epstein holding hands appears on DC's National Mall
A statue spray-painted to look like bronze, depicting United States President Donald Trump and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein holding hands, has been installed at the National Mall in Washington, DC.
Trump says Cuba has 'virtually no autism'; doctors disagree
United States President Donald Trump has made a controversial claim about autism in Cuba.
Musk's father was caught sniffing stepdaughter's underwear, bombshell report reveals
Errol Musk, the father of billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, has been accused of sexually abusing five of his children and stepchildren.
Zelenskyy warns Europe, US not to let India drift away
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned the United States and Europe against letting India drift away from the West toward Russia.
Super Typhoon Ragasa lashes Taiwan; 14 killed, 124 missing
Super Typhoon Ragasa has wreaked havoc in East Asia, killing at least 14 people and leaving 124 missing in Taiwan.
UN escalator stops with Trump-Melania on; White House demands firing
An escalator at the United Nations headquarters in New York City stopped abruptly when United States President Donald Trump and Melania Trump stepped onto it.
'Going to hell': Trump slams UN over migration at UNGA
During a nearly hour-long speech at the UN General Assembly, US President Donald Trump slammed the United Nations for its failure to maintain peace and accused it of promoting illegal migration.
'Bombing own people': India mocks Pakistan at UNGA
India has slammed Pakistan at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for its recent airstrike in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Trump repeats claims he ended 'unendable' India-Pakistan conflict at UNGA
United States President Donald Trump has once again claimed he ended the "unendable" India-Pakistan conflict, along with six other wars. He asserted during his speech at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
Trump administration proposes ending lottery for H-1B visa
The United States Department of Homeland Security has proposed a major change to the H-1B visa program.
Why Trump's pic with Physics Olympiad team is causing furore
A photograph of US President Donald Trump with the 2025 US Physics Olympiad team sparked a debate on immigration and meritocracy.
NZ eases residency path for skilled migrants to boost economy
The New Zealand government has announced two new residency pathways for skilled migrants to help boost the economy.
Hamas publicly executes 3 men for allegedly collaborating with Israel
Hamas-led authorities in Gaza have executed three men accused of collaborating with Israel, a Palestinian official said, according to a report by The Times of Israel.
Gremlins or sabotage? UN speeches on Palestine see microphone failures
A series of technical glitches at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) left world leaders unheard as they spoke on Gaza and Palestinian statehood.
Putin offers Trump 1-year extension to nuclear weapons treaty
Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed a one-year extension of the strategic offensive arms cap under the 'New START' treaty.
New Zealand 'suitcase murders': Mother of 2 kids found guilty
In a high-profile case that shocked New Zealand, Hakyung Lee has been found guilty of murdering her two children and hiding their bodies in suitcases.
UN General Assembly: Who is attending, and what's on agenda?
World leaders have gathered in New York for the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session.
World ending today? People are quitting jobs, selling off belongings
Many in South Africa have allegedly quit their jobs and sold off their belongings, like cars, after a pastor prophesied that the world will end on September 23.
Trump warns against paracetamol use during pregnancy over autism risk
United States President Donald Trump has advised pregnant women to avoid taking Tylenol, a brand name for paracetamol, citing unproven links between the painkiller and autism.
Doctors may be exempt from $100,000 H-1B visa fee
The Trump administration's new H-1B visa policy, which imposes a $100,000 fee on high-skilled visa applications, could exempt certain professionals.
Ex-Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte charged with crimes against humanity
Former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has been charged with three counts of crimes against humanity by the International Criminal Court (ICC).
'False god': Republican leader's remark on Hanuman statue sparks row
Texas Republican leader Alexander Duncan has sparked controversy with his remarks on a 90-foot statue of Lord Hanuman in Sugar Land, Texas.
Pro-Palestinian protests erupt across Italy; 60 cops injured
Pro-Palestinian protests erupted in several Italian cities on Monday, with demonstrators taking to the streets against Giorgia Meloni's far-right government's refusal to recognize a Palestinian state.
France, 5 other nations recognize Palestinian statehood at UN summit
France and five other countries have officially recognized Palestinian statehood. The announcement was made at a high-level summit ahead of the annual United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) meeting in New York, co-hosted by France and Saudi Arabia.
'India ties critical': Rubio after meeting Jaishankar
In a bid to resolve trade tensions, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio in New York City on Monday.
Fireworks in Himalayas spark outrage; artist issues apology
Outdoor apparel brand Arc'teryx has apologized for a fireworks display in the Himalayas.
'She had bad breath': Indian claims sexual assault accusation untrue
Ankit Sharma, a 46-year-old Indian national and Singapore permanent resident, has been sentenced to four years in prison and six strokes of the cane for molesting a woman at Changi City Point mall.