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Meghan Markle's father arrested over child sex abuse material
Thomas Markle, the father of Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, has been arrested in Florida. The arrest comes after allegations that he possessed child sex abuse material.
6.1-magnitude earthquake hits eastern Japan near Tokyo
A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Japan on Friday, the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) reported.
China: Nearly 10% drop in marriage registrations this year
China has witnessed a sharp decline in marriage registrations in the first nine months of 2026.
'No changes allowed': Trump designates Oval Office as national monument
United States President Donald Trump has signed an executive order designating the White House Oval Office as a national monument.
Who is Saba Haider? Indian-origin Democrat wins Illinois House seat
Saba Haider, an Indian-origin Democratic politician, has made history by winning the 84th House District of Illinois in the 2026 United States midterm elections.
US: Judge halts Trump's 'triumphal arch' construction
A United States federal judge has temporarily halted the construction of President Donald Trump's "triumphal arch" in Washington.
Drone strikes on protesters in POK kill 7, injure 23
At least seven civilians were killed and 23 others injured after drone strikes on protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (POK) on Thursday.
Indian-origin man testifies he dismembered wife's body after suicide
Naresh Bhatt, an Indian-origin man in Virginia, United States, has testified in court that he dismembered the body of his wife, Mamta Kafle Bhatt, after she died by suicide.
Trump predicts 'very big' deal with Russia involving all Europe
United States President Donald Trump has hinted at a "very big" agreement with Russia, which could extend beyond the Ukraine conflict and involve "all of Europe."
Israel opposition leader gets 67 PM endorsements; Netanyahu gets 46
Yashar party leader Gadi Eisenkot has received the backing of a majority of Knesset members to be Israel's next prime minister.
Paraguayan president resigns amid banking crisis
Paraguayan President Santiago Pena has resigned after a banking crisis left millions without access to their funds.
Putin condemns US-Israel airstrikes on Iran
Russian President Vladimir Putin has condemned the United States and Israel's airstrikes on Iran.
Iran sends new nuclear proposal to US with 7 conditions
Iran has sent a new nuclear proposal to the United States through Qatar with seven conditions that it wants Washington to meet before any further discussions can take place.
India-born Nithya Raman becomes Los Angeles mayor
Nithya Raman, a Democratic Socialists of America-backed candidate, has made history by defeating incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in the Los Angeles mayoral race.
White House dismisses rumors of Hegseth, Rubio resigning
The White House has dismissed speculation that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Secretary of State Marco Rubio would resign after the Republican Party's recent election losses.
Trump to decide on Iran military action: Report
United States President Donald Trump is expected to make a decision on whether to escalate military action in Iran following the recent midterm elections.
Italian chef refuses to put pineapple on pizza, gets fired
An Italian chef, Davide Tamburella, was fired from his job at La Costa restaurant in Brisbane after he refused to put pineapple on a pizza, calling it an "insult to his culture."
Why fatwa has been issued against Nike in Libya
Libya's highest religious authority, the Dar al-Ifta, has issued a fatwa banning Muslims from buying, selling, or wearing Nike-branded clothing.
France braces for 220 nationwide protests on Thursday
France is preparing for a day of nationwide protests on Thursday.
Several flights diverted across Europe after bomb threats
Multiple flights were diverted across Europe on Thursday morning due to bomb threats, according to Reuters.
Saudi, Syria sign defense cooperation pact, $403M loan agreements
Saudi Arabia and Syria have signed a defense cooperation agreement during Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa's visit to Riyadh, Reuters reported.
Kerala native Nithya Raman wins Los Angeles mayoral election
Indian-origin politician Nithya Raman has won the Los Angeles mayoral election, defeating incumbent Mayor Karen Bass.
Israel election commission rejects Netanyahu's fraud claims, confirms results
Israel's Central Elections Committee has officially confirmed the results of last week's general elections, dismissing allegations of fraud by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his party.
US sanctions Indian couple for helping Iran evade oil restrictions
The United States has imposed fresh sanctions on individuals and firms in India and Turkey.
Child sexual abuse materials found at Meghan Markle's father's home
Philippine authorities have reportedly discovered child sexual abuse materials at the home of Thomas Markle Sr., the estranged father of Meghan Markle.
How world leaders are reacting to Trump's midterms disaster
Iran has reacted to the results of the United States midterm elections, where Democrats are projected as clear winners in the race to control both houses of Congress.
Musk jokes about 'space lasers' after Republicans' historic midterm defeat
Elon Musk took to social media to laugh off the election drubbing in the US midterms after a disappointing outcome for his preferred Republican candidates.
US midterm election results: All the historic firsts
The 2026 United States elections have made history with several groundbreaking wins, from the first Black woman governor and the first out gay male US senator to the first Muslim senator.
Several flights across Europe targeted by suspected bomb threats
Seven passenger planes in Europe, including two from the United Kingdom, were inspected following a series of suspected bomb threats from anonymous tips.
'We'll work with Democrats': Trump 'absolutely accepts' midterm results
United States President Donald Trump told The New York Times that he is "absolutely willing to accept" the midterm election results, as Democrats gained control of both the Senate and the House of Representatives.
Kansas elects first Democratic senator in almost century
Democrat Adam Hamilton has made history by becoming the first member of his party to win a Senate seat in Kansas in nearly a century.
Democrats win Senate, House of Representatives in US midterm elections
The Democratic Party has won both the Senate and the House of Representatives in US midterm elections, taking control of Congress for the rest of Donald Trump's presidency.
Indian-American Vivek Ramaswamy loses Ohio governor race
Dr. Amy Acton has been elected as the next governor of Ohio, defeating Indian-American entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy.
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate, becoming first-ever Muslim senator
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed has won the Michigan Senate race, becoming the first Muslim senator in United States history.
'Would've won if...': Trump reacts as Republicans face midterm loss
United States President Donald Trump has reacted to the Republican Party's projected losses in the midterm elections.
US midterm results: How are Indian-American candidates performing?
The United States held its midterm elections on Tuesday, with all 435 seats in the House of Representatives and 37 out of 100 Senate seats up for grabs.
Spain's transport minister resigns after train crash killed 69
Spain's Transport Minister Oscar Puente has resigned after a deadly train crash near Madrid that killed 69 people on October 28.
US midterm results: Democrats win control of House of Representatives
Democrats have won control of the House of Representatives.
'We hit...very nicely': Trump confirms strikes on Iran's Qeshm island
United States President Donald Trump has confirmed that the US military conducted strikes on Iran.
Judge dismisses case against ex-FBI officials in Hunter Biden probe
A federal judge has dismissed a criminal complaint against former FBI officials Nikki Floris and Bradley Benavides.