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Global population to peak at 10.8bn before decline: UN report
The global population is projected to increase until the year 2080, peaking at around 10.8 billion before declining, according to a United Nations report.
US abortions dropped in the first half of 2025: Report
The number of abortions provided by clinicians in the United States has declined in the first half of 2025.
China sentences 11 mafias to death over Myanmar scam operations
A Chinese court has sentenced 11 members of the notorious Ming family to death for their involvement in a Myanmar-based crime syndicate.
UN experts shocked at 'industrial-scale' executions in Iran
United Nations human rights experts have expressed shock at the "dramatic escalation" of executions in Iran, with over 1,000 people killed in the first nine months of 2025.
US considering Ukraine's request for long-range Tomahawk missiles: JD Vance
The United States is mulling over Ukraine's request for long-range Tomahawk missiles, US Vice President JD Vance has said.
Car-bombing outside security force headquarters in Pakistan's Quetta kills 10
A powerful car bomb exploded outside the Frontier Constabulary (FC) headquarters in Quetta, Pakistan, on Tuesday.
Afghanistan goes offline as Taliban cuts nationwide internet services
Afghanistan is currently witnessing a nationwide telecommunications blackout, as the Taliban government has ordered a shutdown of all telecom services.
Trump praises Pakistan's Sharif, Munir for backing Gaza peace plan
United States President Donald Trump has praised Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir for their support of his proposed peace plan for Gaza.
1 killed, 65 trapped for 12hrs after Indonesia school collapses
A school building collapsed in Indonesia on Monday, killing at least one student, injuring dozens, and burying 65 more under rubble.
Iconic Gandhi statue in London vandalized; India reacts
The statue of Mahatma Gandhi at Tavistock Square in London was vandalized on Monday.
Trump unveils 20-point plan that can end Gaza war immediately
The White House has released a peace plan for Gaza, aimed at ending the conflict between Israel and Hamas militants.
Canada declares Lawrence Bishnoi gang 'terrorist entity'
The Canadian government has officially declared the Lawrence Bishnoi gang a "terrorist entity" under its Criminal Code.
US: President Trump's gold-plated White House renovation draws flak
United States President Donald Trump has faced criticism for showing off his lavish renovation of the White House.
Trump announces 100% tariff on all films made outside US
United States President Donald Trump has announced a 100% tariff on all movies made outside the country.
2 killed, 22 injured in PoK protests against Pakistan government
Two people have died and 22 others injured in violent clashes in Muzaffarabad, Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), amid protests against the the Shehbaz Sharif government.
UK to tighten permanent residency rules; what we know
The United Kingdom is mulling over stricter rules for migrants seeking permanent residency.
100,000 US federal workers to quit in largest-ever mass resignation
More than 100,000 United States federal employees are expected to resign on Tuesday.
Nepal suspends passports of ex-PM Oli, 4 officials
Nepal's interim government has suspended the passports of former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and four other officials.
Plan to end Gaza war 'at final stages': Trump
United States President Donald Trump has said that a peace deal to end the ongoing war in Gaza is in its "final stages," according to a report by Axios.
China opens world's tallest bridge, 2× height of Eiffel Tower
The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, the world's highest bridge, was inaugurated on Sunday in Southwest China's Guizhou Province.
'Tweets make a difference': Jaishankar's veiled swipe at Trump
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has made indirect remarks on United States President Donald Trump, referring to recent policy changes that have affected India.
PoK on edge as thousands protest against Shehbaz Sharif government
Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) is witnessing massive protests, spearheaded by the Awami Action Committee (AAC). The group has called for a "shutter-down and wheel-jam" strike across the region.
Who's Thomas Sanford, ex-marine who burned Michigan church, killed 4
Thomas Jacob Sanford, a 40-year-old former United States Marine, has been identified as the suspect in a shooting at a Michigan church.
4 killed in Mormon church-shooting; what we know so far
At least four people were killed and eight others were injured after a gunman drove a vehicle into a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, opened fire, and set the building in Grand Blanc, Michigan, on fire.
Pakistan shows rare minerals to Trump after $500M investment deal
Pakistan's Army Chief General Asim Munir recently showcased a box of rare earth minerals to United States President Donald Trump.
UN reimposes sanctions on Iran after nuclear talks collapse
The United Nations has reimposed sweeping sanctions on Iran, a decade after they were first lifted.
'India needs fixing': Trump aide Howard Lutnick renews threat
Howard Lutnick, the Commerce Secretary of the Trump administration, has issued a renewed threat to India.
Musk blasts Sky News for insinuating possible ties to Epstein
Elon Musk has responded to reports linking him to Jeffrey Epstein, the late financier accused of sex trafficking.
North Carolina restaurant shooting leaves at least 3 dead
A gunman opened fire on Saturday night at the American Fish Company restaurant in Southport, North Carolina, in the United States of America.
UNGA: Jaishankar calls Pakistan 'epicenter of global terrorism'
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Saturday, where he slammed Pakistan as "an epicenter of global terrorism."
Citizenship rules for green card holders: What changes from October?
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced major changes to the naturalization process for green card holders applying for citizenship.
Pakistan Defence Minister defends 'hybrid' rule, downplays army dominance
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has defended the country's "hybrid" governance model in an interview with broadcaster and writer Mehdi Hasan.
'Hand for dad...': Man confesses on TV about killing parents
A 53-year-old man from Albany, New York, United States, has confessed to killing his parents and burying their bodies in the backyard of their home.
'Old men afraid of death': Obama's veiled jab at Trump
Former United States President Barack Obama recently made remarks that many interpreted as a jab at his successor, Donald Trump.
Netanyahu's UN speech met with mass walkout over Gaza war
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on Friday.
Meet Lisa Monaco, Microsoft executive Trump wants to see fired
US President Donald Trump has called on Microsoft to fire its head of global affairs, Lisa Monaco.
'It's false': Musk reacts to being named in Epstein files
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been named in newly released documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender and financier.
Why Trump is targeting billionaire George Soros's foundation
Philanthropist billionaire George Soross's Open Society Foundations (OSF) has slammed the Trump administration for "politically motivated attacks on civil society."
Trump says he 'won't allow' Israel to annex West Bank
United States President Donald Trump has said he will not allow Israel to annex the West Bank.
Ex-FBI director James Comey indicted as Trump targets critics
Former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director James Comey has been indicted on two charges by a federal grand jury in Virginia.