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U.S. flight cancellations: How the government shutdown is disrupting air travel

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U.S. flight cancellations: How the government shutdown is disrupting air travel

Hundreds of U.S. flights have been cancelled as airlines cut schedules amid a prolonged government shutdown, with the FAA enforcing nationwide slowdowns and fears of major disruptions ahead of Thanksgiving travel.

Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport halts flights after runway lighting glitch

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Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport halts flights after runway lighting glitch

Tribhuvan International Airport is Nepal’s main aviation hub, handling the majority of the country’s air traffic.

Why US launched 175 investigations into H-1B visa abuse under ‘Project Firewall’ | Explained 

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Why US launched 175 investigations into H-1B visa abuse under ‘Project Firewall’ | Explained 

The US Department of Labor has opened at least 175 investigations into alleged H-1B visa abuse as part of Project Firewall, a Trump administration initiative aimed at ensuring American workers are prioritised and foreign hires are made only when genuinely necessary.

Trump endorses Vivek Ramaswamy for 2026 Ohio governor race, calls him ‘young, strong and smart’

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Trump endorses Vivek Ramaswamy for 2026 Ohio governor race, calls him ‘young, strong and smart’

US President Donald Trump has given his “complete and total endorsement” to Vivek Ramaswamy’s Ohio gubernatorial bid, praising the former presidential candidate as a “pro-business outsider” who “will never let you down.”

Israel receives remains of another hostage from Gaza

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Israel receives remains of another hostage from Gaza

The handover took place under the terms of a US-brokered Gaza ceasefire deal that took effect in October.

Four held after protesters set off flares during Israeli orchestra concert in Paris

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Four held after protesters set off flares during Israeli orchestra concert in Paris

The concert, which featured a programme of Beethoven and Tchaikovsky, had already been criticised by a French union for the performing arts, and pro-Palestinian activists had called for a boycott.

4 killed in helicopter crash in Russia's southern Dagestan | Video

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4 killed in helicopter crash in Russia's southern Dagestan | Video

The helicopter crashed into a house and exploded into a huge fireball leaving four defence plant workers dead.

What all Elon Musk can buy for $1 trillion: Switzerland, coke for every person on earth & much more

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What all Elon Musk can buy for $1 trillion: Switzerland, coke for every person on earth & much more

Notably, Musk’s potential payout also dwarfs compensation across the world’s largest corporations

Moscow slams Pakistan newspaper for 'anti-Russian articles': 'It is bewildering'

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Moscow slams Pakistan newspaper for 'anti-Russian articles': 'It is bewildering'

The Embassy claimed the publication “invariably gives preference to ardent Russophobes and critics of Russian foreign policy and President Vladimir Putin.”

Flights halted after drone sighting near Gothenburg airport in Sweden

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Flights halted after drone sighting near Gothenburg airport in Sweden

Stavas said it was not known to them whether the observation was of one or multiple drones.

Trump says 'game two plan' needed if Supreme Court rules against administration on tariffs

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Trump says 'game two plan' needed if Supreme Court rules against administration on tariffs

The US Supreme Court justices raised doubts on Wednesday over the legality of Trump's sweeping tariffs in a case with implications for the global economy that marks a major test of Trump's powers.

Trump calls Nancy Pelosi 'evil woman' after she announces retirement

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Trump calls Nancy Pelosi 'evil woman' after she announces retirement

Pelosi on Thursday announced she would step down from Congress at the next election.

5 killed in Afghanistan-Pakistan border fire despite ongoing peace talks, says official

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5 killed in Afghanistan-Pakistan border fire despite ongoing peace talks, says official

Both the countries have attempted to pin the blame for the cross-border fire incident on each other.

Typhoon Kalmaegi makes landfall in Vietnam, brings destructive winds and heavy rains

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Typhoon Kalmaegi makes landfall in Vietnam, brings destructive winds and heavy rains

More than 5,37,000 people were evacuated, many by boat, as floodwaters rose and landslides loomed in the island nation.

PoK is witnessing its own 'Nepal moment': Why Pakistan’s Gen Z is turning against Islamabad’s control

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PoK is witnessing its own 'Nepal moment': Why Pakistan’s Gen Z is turning against Islamabad’s control

Inspired by the dramatic “Nepal moment” uprising, these youth are taking to social media and the streets, calling out Pakistan’s decades of occupation, demographic manipulation, and resource theft.

Worries in Pakistan as govt set to give Asim Munir unprecedented powers: What is 27th Amendment?

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Worries in Pakistan as govt set to give Asim Munir unprecedented powers: What is 27th Amendment?

Pakistan's Shehbaz Shrif government plans to pass the 27th Constitutional Amendment granting sweeping powers and constitutional status to Army Chief and Field Marshal Asim Munir, sparking opposition fears over eroding civilian authority and democratic balance.

Social media in splits after probe reveals password to Louvre's security system following heist: 'Can’t make this up'

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Social media in splits after probe reveals password to Louvre's security system following heist: 'Can’t make this up'

France’s National Cybersecurity Agency (ANSSI) discovered the vulnerability while probing the October 19 heist.

Seven no longer enough: Trump upgrades India-Pakistan war story to ‘eight planes shot down’

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Seven no longer enough: Trump upgrades India-Pakistan war story to ‘eight planes shot down’

Donald Trump has repeated his claim of mediating peace between India and Pakistan, saying he stopped 'eight planes' and a war by threatening to cancel trade deals. India has been repeatedly dismissing his remarks, calling them baseless.

Pakistan's Khawaja Asif warns Taliban of 'war' if talks with Afghanistan collapse in Turkey

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Pakistan's Khawaja Asif warns Taliban of 'war' if talks with Afghanistan collapse in Turkey

“If the negotiations fail, the situation will deteriorate further. We have our options. Considering how we are being targeted, we may respond in the same manner," he said.

Rubio, Hegseth share classified details as Trump’s secret strikes off South America ignite Capitol storm

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Rubio, Hegseth share classified details as Trump’s secret strikes off South America ignite Capitol storm

Lawmakers split over the Trump administration’s covert campaign to destroy alleged drug-smuggling vessels, as Democrats question legality and fear Venezuela escalation.

Engine fell off US cargo plane before deadly crash in Louisville, say officials

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Engine fell off US cargo plane before deadly crash in Louisville, say officials

NTSB member Todd Inman told reporters that investigators had reviewed closed-circuit airport footage "which shows the left engine detaching from the wing during the take-off roll."

'Choice between communism and common sense': Trump says lost 'sovereignty' in New York after Mamdani win

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'Choice between communism and common sense': Trump says lost 'sovereignty' in New York after Mamdani win

Mamdani's mayoral race win came despite fierce attacks on his policies and Muslim heritage from business elites, conservative media commentators and Trump himself.

'Such an honour': Trump congratulates US on one year to 'Greatest Presidential Victories in history'

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'Such an honour': Trump congratulates US on one year to 'Greatest Presidential Victories in history'

In a post on Truth Social, Trump claimed of the US economy to be booming, calling affordability a goal.

'Never seen men so scared in their lives': Trump quips he wants a Cabinet like Xi Jinping's team

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'Never seen men so scared in their lives': Trump quips he wants a Cabinet like Xi Jinping's team

During negotiations with his cabinet, Trump recalled how the Chinese side sat stiffly during the meeting and remarked, "I've never seen men so scared in their lives."

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