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San Francisco-Delhi Air India flight makes precautionary landing in Mongolia
An Air India flight from San Francisco to Delhi made a precautionary landing in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, on Sunday. The airline said the decision was taken after the crew suspected a technical issue midair.
Israel threatens to escalate attacks against Hezbollah despite ceasefire
Tensions in West Asia have intensified as Israel has threatened to increase its attacks on Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.
Zohran Mamdani leads NYC mayor election as 735,000 cast ballots
The New York City mayoral election has seen a record turnout of early voters, with 735,000 ballots already cast. This number is nearly four times that of the last election
UK university halts human-rights study after pressure from China: Report
Sheffield Hallam University in the United Kingdom has halted research on human rights abuses in China after pressure from Beijing, according to a report from The Guardian.
Israel receives remains of 3 more hostages from Gaza
Israel has received the remains of three hostages from Gaza, according to an announcement on Sunday.
Maldives becomes 1st country to impose generational smoking ban
The Maldives has become the first country to impose a generational smoking ban, making it illegal for anyone born after January 1, 2007, to buy or sell tobacco products.
'Luckiest man alive, but....': Air India crash sole survivor
Viswashkumar Ramesh, the only survivor of the tragic Air India crash that killed 241 people on board, has described his escape to the BBC as a "miracle."
Trump's big claim: Pakistan is conducting nuclear tests
United States President Donald Trump has claimed that several countries, including Pakistan, are conducting secret nuclear tests.
UK train stabbings: 'Heroic' worker saved many lives, police say
A railway staff member is fighting for his life in hospital after he intervened during a stabbing incident on a London North Eastern Railway (LNER) train.
Xi assured me China won't take action on Taiwan: Trump
United States President Donald Trump has said that Chinese President Xi Jinping has assured him that China will not take any action on Taiwan during his presidency.
Taliban to appoint 1st diplomat in India since 2021 takeover
The Taliban regime is set to appoint its first diplomat in New Delhi, India. This will be the first such appointment since the group took control of Afghanistan in August 2021.
'We've enough nukes to blow up world 150 times': Trump
United States President Donald Trump has defended his decision to resume nuclear testing, stating that he does not want Washington to be the only country that does not test its weapons.
6.3-magnitude earthquake rocks Afghanistan; 20 killed
A powerful earthquake of magnitude 6.3 struck northern Afghanistan in the early hours of Monday, killing at least 20 people and injuring around 300 others.
Egypt's $1B Grand Museum opens doors after 2 decades
Egypt has inaugurated the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), a $1 billion project that took 20 years to complete.
Hamas operatives loot humanitarian aid truck in Gaza: US
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has released drone footage, allegedly showing suspected Hamas operatives looting a humanitarian aid truck in southern Gaza.
US military strikes drug trafficking-linked vessel, kills 3 men
The United States military has launched a "lethal" strike on a vessel allegedly linked to drug trafficking in the Caribbean, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Sunday.
Trump threatens military action against Nigeria over Christians's killing
United States President Donald Trump has threatened possible military intervention in Nigeria over the alleged killing of Christians.
9 critically injured in Cambridge train stabbings; 2 suspects arrested
A stabbing incident on a London North Eastern Railway (LNER) service from Doncaster to King's Cross in the United Kingdom has left at least 10 people injured, with nine believed to have life-threatening injuries.
Sudan: Over 60,000 flee el-Fasher amid RSF takeover
Over 60,000 people have fled the Sudanese city of el-Fasher after it was taken over by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) over the weekend.
France: Gold worth €12M stolen in audacious lab heist
Six suspects have been arrested in connection with a daring heist at a precious metals laboratory in Lyon, France.
India slams Pakistan for human rights violations in PoK
India has slammed Pakistan for its alleged human rights abuses in parts of Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir (PoK).
Jharkhand man killed in Saudi Arabia crossfire; family awaits compensation
A 27-year-old man from Jharkhand, Vijay Kumar Mahato, was killed in a crossfire between local police and suspected liquor smugglers in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
'Usha not Christian, has no plans to convert': JD Vance
United States Vice President JD Vance has clarified his wife Usha's Hindu faith amid a controversy over his comments on their interfaith marriage.
Daughters Eugenie, Beatrice leave UK before Andrew loses royal titles
Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice reportedly left the United Kingdom shortly before their father, Prince Andrew, was stripped of his royal titles.
French magazine pays price for snooping on William-Kate and family
The Prince and Princess of Wales, Prince William and Kate Middleton, have won a legal battle against French magazine Paris Match.
'Historic': Virginia Giuffre's family celebrates Prince Andrew's title removal
The family of Virginia Giuffre, who accused Prince Andrew of sexual abuse, has celebrated the royal's title removal as a "historic" victory.
'Ties never been stronger': US, India ink 10-year defense pact
The United States and India have signed a 10-year defense framework.
US Senate votes to reject Trump's tariffs on 100+ countries
The United States Senate has voted to reject President Donald Trump's global tariffs on over 100 countries.
Epstein effect: Andrew is no longer a prince
Prince Andrew, younger brother to King Charles III, has been stripped of his royal title and will vacate the Royal Lodge in Windsor.
Did Zohran Mamdani's mother Mira Nair use slur against Americans?
In a 2013 interview with Hindustan Times, filmmaker Mira Nair described her son Zohran Mamdani as "not an American at all."
US grants India 6-month exemption from sanctions on Chabahar port
The United States has extended the sanctions waiver for India's operations at Iran's Chabahar Port until April 2026.
Sheikh Hasina reveals when she'll return to Bangladesh
Sheikh Hasina, the former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, has said she would only consider returning to her country if a legitimate government was in place, the constitution was being upheld, and law and order prevailed.
Indian-origin Canadian businessman killed after confronting man urinating on car
Arvi Singh Sagoo, a 55-year-old Indian-origin businessman in Canada, died after being attacked by a man who was urinating on his car.
China tariffs lowered, rare earths deal signed after Trump-Xi meeting
United States President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping have reached a one-year agreement on the supply of vital rare earths.
US ends automatic work permit renewals; Indian workforce faces risk
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced an interim rule ending the automatic extension of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for migrant workers.
'China, US should be partners, friends': Xi after meeting Trump
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for a new spirit of cooperation between China and the United States.
Trump orders Pentagon to resume nuclear testing after 33 years
United States President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to resume testing nuclear weapons "on an equal basis" with Russia and China.
Huge police raid on Rio gang leaves 64 people dead
A massive police operation against a drug-trafficking gang in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, resulted in the deaths of at least 64 people, which included 60 suspects and four police officers, the Associated Press reported.
Brigitte Macron suffering from 'deep anxiety' over claims she's man
Brigitte Macron, the French First Lady, is suffering from "deep anxiety" due to false claims about her gender, her daughter Tiphaine Auziere testified in a Paris court.
Climate change is not Bill Gates's top priority anymore
In a shift from his previous emphasis, billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates has suggested that while efforts to combat climate change should continue, there should be an increased focus on preventing disease and hunger.