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The rise and fall of 'Dilbert' creator Scott Adams
Scott Adams, the controversial cartoonist behind the popular comic strip Dilbert, has died at the age of 68.
'Be useful': Scott Adams leaves heartfelt message in final podcast
On the morning of January 13, 2026, the audience of "Real Coffee with Scott Adams" tuned in for their daily ritual. Instead of the creator, his ex-wife, Shelly Miles, appeared on screen.
Scott Adams dies: Turbulent legacy of his comic strip, 'Dilbert'
Scott Adams, the renowned cartoonist and author behind the popular comic strip Dilbert, has died at 68.
Video: Trump flips off heckler calling him 'pedophile protector'
United States President Donald Trump was filmed giving an obscene gesture to a heckler during his visit to a Ford F-150 plant in Detroit, Michigan.
Construction crane falls on moving train in Thailand, 22 killed
A construction crane fell on top of a moving train carriage in Thailand, killing at least 22 people and injuring dozens.
Trump warns of 'very strong action' if Iran executes protesters
United States President Donald Trump has warned Iran of "very strong action" if it executes protesters.
'Take over your institutions...': Trump exhorts Iranian protesters
United States President Donald Trump has urged Iranian protesters to "take over your institutions" as unrest continues in the Islamic Republic.
'Fully justified': Beijing reasserts Shaksgam Valley claim after India's objection
China has reiterated its claim over the Shaksgam Valley in Jammu and Kashmir, which India claims as its territory.
Iran's harsh crackdown on protestors amid hundreds of deaths
Iran is witnessing its worst unrest since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, with protests over economic hardship turning into a challenge to the clerical leadership.
BBC seeks dismissal of Donald Trump's $10B lawsuit
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is seeking to dismiss a $10 billion lawsuit filed by United States President Donald Trump.
Over 1L US visas revoked since Donald Trump became president
The United States State Department has canceled over 100,000 visas since President Donald Trump took office.
Iran admits 2,000 killed in protests; opposition outlet estimates 12,000
Around 2,000 people have been killed in Iran protests since December 28, an Iranian official told Reuters on Tuesday, blaming "terrorists" for the deaths of civilians and security personnel.
Russia killed over 2,500 Ukrainian civilians in 2025: UN body
The United Nations has reported that 2025 was the deadliest year for civilians in Ukraine since Russia's full-scale invasion began in 2022.
Controversy over Palestinian author leads to Adelaide Festival cancellation
The Adelaide Festival, one of Australia's premier cultural events, has been thrown into turmoil after the disinvitation of Australian-Palestinian writer Dr. Randa Abdel-Fattah.
Australian novelist Craig Silvey charged with child exploitation offenses
Australian author Craig Silvey, best known for his award-winning novel Jasper Jones, has been charged with child exploitation offenses.
Why ex-NASA astronaut Mark Kelly has sued Pentagon, Pete Hegseth
United States Senator Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) has filed a lawsuit against the Pentagon and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.
Hindu leader of Sheikh Hasina's party dies in police custody
Proloy Chaki, a prominent Awami League leader and musician, died on Sunday at Rajshahi Medical College Hospital in Bangladesh. He was 60 years old.
'Leave now': US warns citizens to leave protest-hit Iran
The United States has issued a fresh advisory for its citizens in Iran, asking them to leave the country immediately.
Canada's biggest gold heist: Fugitive arrested; another hiding in India
Peel Regional Police have arrested a 43-year-old man, Arsalan Chaudhary, in connection with the largest gold heist in Canadian history.
'We're screwed if...': Trump warns ahead of Supreme Court ruling
United States President Donald Trump has warned of dire consequences if the Supreme Court rules against his tariffs.
Another Hindu, an auto driver, beaten to death in Bangladesh
In a shocking incident, a 28-year-old Hindu auto-rickshaw driver, Samir Das, was beaten and stabbed to death in Daganbhuiyan, Feni district, on Sunday evening.
Iran to hang 26-year-old for 'waging war against God'
Iran is reportedly preparing to execute a 26-year-old protester, Erfan Soltani, who was arrested last week for participating in demonstrations against Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Trump threatens 25% tariff on Iran trade partners, including India
United States President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on countries that continue to do business with Iran, calling the decision "final and conclusive."
Why Bill Gates gave $8B to his ex-wife Melinda
Bill Gates's ex-wife, Melinda French Gates, has transformed her relatively new Pivotal Philanthropies Foundation into one of the biggest private foundations in the US.
Meet Jeddah Tower, a skyscraper taller than Burj Khalifa
Saudi Arabia is on track to complete the Jeddah Tower, which will become the world's tallest building.
Who was Rubina Aminian, Iranian student shot, buried on roadside
Rubina Aminian, a 23-year-old Kurdish fashion student from Iran's Kurdistan Province, was killed during anti-government protests in Tehran.
Russia claims US-made jet with Ukrainian Air Force shot down
A Russian military commander has claimed that a United States-made F-16 fighter jet, operated by the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU), was shot down.
'Greenland's defense is 2 dog sleds': Trump pushes US acquisition
United States President Donald Trump has reiterated his push for the acquisition of Greenland, a self-governing Danish territory.
This Trump donor could bag US island controlled by Venezuela
A 300-acre island in New Jersey, US, may soon change hands from a subsidiary of Venezuela's state-owned oil company to a major supporter of President Donald Trump.
Hundreds of immigration officers headed to Minneapolis after fatal shooting
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is sending hundreds more federal agents to Minneapolis, Minnesota, as part of what it calls its largest immigration enforcement operation ever.
Trump declares himself 'Acting president of Venezuela'
United States President Donald Trump has declared himself the "Acting President of Venezuela" on social media.
Hamas says it's ready to dissolve Gaza government
Hamas has announced its readiness to dissolve its government in Gaza, handing over power to a Palestinian technocratic committee as part of a peace deal proposed by United States President Donald Trump.
Video: Truck rams into LA rally supporting Iran protests
A U-Haul truck drove into a crowd of protesters in Westwood, Los Angeles, on Sunday. The incident occurred at around 3:40pm local time during a rally supporting anti-government demonstrations in Iran.
'Totally false...': Iran dismisses reports of Indian nationals' arrest
Iran has dismissed reports of the arrest of Indian and Afghan nationals amid ongoing unrest in the country.
'Looking at strong options': Trump considering military operations in Iran
United States President Donald Trump is contemplating a range of military options in Iran after violent protests in the country have led to at least 490 deaths and many more arrests, two US officials told CNN.
Watch: Another Sikh procession in New Zealand blocked with Haka
For the second time in three weeks, a Sikh religious procession was disrupted by a local right-wing group in New Zealand.
'No oil, no money...': Trump threatens Cuba after Venezuela action
United States President Donald Trump has warned Cuba of a cutoff of oil and financial support. The warning comes days after military actions in Venezuela.
Jaish chief threatens 'thousands of suicide bombers' prepared for attacks
Pakistan-based terrorist organization Jaish-e-Mohammed has reportedly released an audio message, purportedly of its chief, Maulana Masood Azhar.
US considers military options against Iran amid protests
United States President Donald Trump has been briefed on possible military options against Iran, The New York Times reported.
US might lift more sanctions on Venezuela soon, says Bessent
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has hinted at the possibility of lifting more sanctions on Venezuela as early as next week.