Israel conducts 'preemptive' strikes on Iran's nuclear sites, Revolutionary Guards chief killed
Israel on Friday said it conducted "preemptive" strikes on Iran, targeting its nuclear sites, further escalating tension in the region.
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3 Indian-origin women deplaned after altercation with flight attendant on US flight
Three women, who are believed to be of Indian origin, were removed from a Spirit Airlines flight in the United States after a heated exchange with a flight attendant.
'Deal with China done': Donald Trump announces agreement on rare earths, student visas
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a trade agreement with China under which Beijing will supply rare earths to the United States upfront, and in exchange, his administration will permit visas for Chinese students.
Bangladesh interim govt chief Muhammad Yunus meets UK officials in London amid protests against his visit
UK National Security Adviser Jonathan Powell met the Bangladesh interim government chief Muhammad Yunus in London during the Nobel laureate's four-day visit to the country.
Ukraine: Russia launches drone attack on Kharkiv, three die
At least three people died and 64 others were injured after Russia targeted apartment buildings in Kharkiv region on Wednesday.
Pakistani man extradited to US from Canada for plotting terror attack on NYC Jewish centre
A Pakistani man has been extradited to the US from Canada to face federal terrorism charges after he allegedly plotted a mass shooting at a Jewish centre in Brooklyn, supporting ISIS.
Pakistani man extradited to US for plotting terror attack on NYC Jewish centre
A Pakistani man has been extradited to the US from Canada to face federal terrorism charges after he allegedly plotted a mass shooting at a Jewish centre in Brooklyn, supporting ISIS.
Iran: Nine convicted ISIS members executed
Iran has executed nine members of the terror group Islamic State on Tuesday, media reports said.
Awami League expresses concern upcoming meeting between Yunus, Starmer
Awami League, the political faction led by ex-PM Sheikh Hasina, has expressed concern over the upcoming scheduled meeting between Bangladesh interim government chief Muhammad Yunus and British PM Keir Starmer.
Austria: Shooting in school leaves nine dead
At least nine people died in a shooting incident at a school in Austria's Graz city on Tuesday, media reports said.
UN report shows social, economic barriers are factors leading to global fertility crisis
The global fertility slump isn’t down to young people turning their backs on parenthood – it’s due to social and economic pressures stopping them from having the children they want, says a new UN report.
Israel deports activist Greta Thunberg a day after Gaza-bound ship seized
Climate activist Greta Thunberg, who was travelling in the Gaza-bound ship that was seized by Israeli authorities, was deported on Wednesday, officials said.
Australian PM Albanese raises issue of reporter shooting during LA protest with US authorities
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says his government has spoken with the U.S. administration over the shooting of an Australian journalist with a rubber bullet while she was covering the ongoing protests in Los Angeles.
Ukraine: Russian drones strike maternity ward in Odesa
Russia has launched missiles and drones on Ukrainian cities of Kyiv and Odesa, leaving at least one person dead on Tuesday, media reports said.
LA tension escalates: Trump to deploy another 2,000 National Guard members
The US military on Monday confirmed that hundreds of active-duty US Marines are to be deployed in Los Angeles, the city witnessing violent protests against government immigration raids and deportations.
UN nuclear watchdog warns lack of cooperation from Iran hampers nuclear checks
The head of the UN-backed nuclear watchdog has raised fresh concerns over Iran’s failure to fully cooperate with inspections, warning that this is preventing independent verification of its nuclear activities.
Pakistan faces water crisis after India suspends Indus Waters Treaty: Report
New Delhi/IBNS: Following India's decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty after the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, a Pakistani government report has shown a 13.3 percent year-on-year shortfall in water drawn from the river and supplied to already water-starved farms in the Punjab province.
Taiwan detects seven sorties of PLA aircraft and eight PLAN vessels around its territory
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense on Monday said it detected seven sorties of PLA aircraft and eight PLAN vessels around its territory.
China to support Bangladesh in countering misinformation
China has extended support to Bangladesh to counter false information and negative propaganda regarding the country's political situation following the July uprising, media reports said.
Malaysia: 15 students die in bus mishap
At least 15 people, mostly students, died after the bus in which they were travelling smashed into a minivan in northern Malaysia on Monday, media reports said.
How Khalistan disruptors threaten Canada’s global role with Indian PM Modi’s G7 visit
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares to attend the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, this June, the event marks not only a step forward in international diplomacy but also a pivotal opportunity to heal the fractured relationship between India and Canada.
US Congressman Sherman urges Pakistani delegation to ensure doctor's release who helped track down Laden
US Congressman Brad Sherman has urged the Pakistani delegation led by former Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari to ensure the release of Dr Shakil Afridi, the doctor who helped Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) to track down Al-Qaeda chief Osama Bin Laden.
Israel intercepts Gaza-bound aid ship, activist Greta Thunberg detained
Israel has intercepted an aid ship that was heading towards Gaza and carried prominent activists like Greta Thunberg.
Protests escalate in Los Angeles hours after Trump deploys National Guard troops
Law enforcement officials and protesters clashed in Los Angeles, with tension mounting in the city amid the deployment of the National Guard by US President Donald Trump on Sunday.
Pakistani human rights organisation, political activists condemn Balochistan's new counter-terrorism law
Political activists and human rights organisations have condemned the recently passed Balochistan Counter-Terrorism (Amendment) Act 2025, fearing that the law grants sweeping powers to security forces and institutionalises state repression in the troubled region.
Sheikh Hasina's close aide slams Bangladesh interim govt for announcing April polls
Rabbi Alam, Chairman of Joy Bangla Brigade and vice president of Bangladesh Awami League, USA, has condemned the interim government's decision to hold general election in April 2026.
Immigration Protests: National Guard troops arrive in LA following Trump's order
The National Guard troops have started arriving in Los Angeles following President Donald Trump's order to put an end to protests that broke out in the region against federal immigration authorities who are trying to carry out deportations.
US teen dies after trying social media turned 'Dusting'
A US teen died after participating in a social trend called dusting, media reports said.
Canadian journalist alleges assault by pro-Khalistan activists at Vancouver rally
Vancouver: Independent Canadian journalist Mocha Bezirgan has alleged that he was physically assaulted and threatened by a group of pro-Khalistan activists while covering a rally in Vancouver on Sunday. Bezirgan claimed he was targeted for his independent reporting and past coverage of Khalistan-related demonstrations across multiple countries.
US expert on China warns of 'something worse' than Covid if strong action is not taken on fungus smuggling case
A top US-based expert on China has warned of "something worse" than COVID-19 if the United States does not take drastic action over the fungus smuggling case, media reports said.