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Trump calls Epstein case 'pretty boring,' questions public's ongoing 'interest and fascination'

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Trump calls Epstein case 'pretty boring,' questions public's ongoing 'interest and fascination'

Trump dismisses renewed focus on Epstein case as “pretty boring,” baffled by continued public and supporter interest.

Imran Khan's ex-wife Reham Khan launches Pakistan Republic Party, claims to 'replace big politicians'

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Imran Khan's ex-wife Reham Khan launches Pakistan Republic Party, claims to 'replace big politicians'

Indian Embassy in Iran issues travel advisory urging citizens to reconsider 'non-essential travel'

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Indian Embassy in Iran issues travel advisory urging citizens to reconsider 'non-essential travel'

Indian Embassy in Iran urges citizens to avoid non-essential travel amid rising regional tensions and recent airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites.

White House briefly locked down after phone thrown over fence; secret service responds swiftly

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White House briefly locked down after phone thrown over fence; secret service responds swiftly

This isn't the first unusual security incident at the White House this year. A few months ago, a child managed to slip through the North Lawn fence.

Trump says he’s ‘disappointed but not done’ with Putin over Ukraine war

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Trump says he’s ‘disappointed but not done’ with Putin over Ukraine war

Trump says he’s “disappointed but not done” with Putin, expressing continued hope for a Ukraine ceasefire deal despite repeated setbacks and escalations in the conflict.

Air India crash: Boeing fuel valve safety notice from 2015, clarifies UK aviation regulator; says no Boeing concerns

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Air India crash: Boeing fuel valve safety notice from 2015, clarifies UK aviation regulator; says no Boeing concerns

The statement from the UK regulator came amid intense speculation after India's Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) released its preliminary findings into the June 12 crash.

Why Pakistan PM's letter to Turkish President exposes Islamabad's Achilles' heel

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Why Pakistan PM's letter to Turkish President exposes Islamabad's Achilles' heel

Pakistan's naval defence collaboration with Turkey, called the MILGEM project, is facing hardships as Islamabad tackles economic turmoil.

Kamala Harris leads early 2028 Democratic field despite 2024 defeat; JD Vance tops GOP poll

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Kamala Harris leads early 2028 Democratic field despite 2024 defeat; JD Vance tops GOP poll

The survey shows Harris commanding 26 per cent support among Democrats and Democratic-leaning voters, putting her far ahead of any other potential candidate in the early stages of the race.

‘Great deal’: Donald Trump hints at trade agreement with Indonesia

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‘Great deal’: Donald Trump hints at trade agreement with Indonesia

This comes days after Trump announced a 32 per cent levy on the country, which was set to be effective from August 1, 2025

Iranian lawmaker says 'war with Israel has not ended', warns it could 'begin at any time'

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Iranian lawmaker says 'war with Israel has not ended', warns it could 'begin at any time'

The warnings come just weeks after a short but intense conflict between Iran and Israel that erupted on June 13, when Israel launched a surprise assault on Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure.

Ukraine PM Denys Shmyhal resigns as Zelensky backs Yulia Svyrydenko as successor

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Ukraine PM Denys Shmyhal resigns as Zelensky backs Yulia Svyrydenko as successor

The move comes after Zelensky nominated Economy Minister Yulia Svyrydenko to become the country’s new prime minister, signalling a major political overhaul.

Russia rejects Trump’s 50-day ultimatum on Ukraine, slams US pressure as ‘unacceptable’

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Russia rejects Trump’s 50-day ultimatum on Ukraine, slams US pressure as ‘unacceptable’

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, however, acknowledged the gravity of Trump’s statement, saying it was “serious" and that Moscow needed “time to study it"

Air India Crash: Are Boeing’s fuel switches to blame? Here's why airlines across globe are reviewing fuel systems

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Air India Crash: Are Boeing’s fuel switches to blame? Here's why airlines across globe are reviewing fuel systems

Airlines and aviation authorities in several countries have also begun inspections following the preliminary findings of the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB).

Global pilots' body slams Air India crash report, says 'it raises more questions than answers'

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Global pilots' body slams Air India crash report, says 'it raises more questions than answers'

The preliminary 15-page AAIB report confirmed that both engines shut down moments after takeoff, following a shift of the fuel control switches from “RUN” to “CUTOFF.”

With copper prices soaring, this Arizona mine could change the US supply game

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With copper prices soaring, this Arizona mine could change the US supply game

Ivanhoe Electric’s Santa Cruz mine is set to become one of the most productive in the US as copper demand and tariffs soar.

Explained: Why Zelensky wants Yulia Svyrydenko as Ukraine's PM and what her leadership could look like

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Explained: Why Zelensky wants Yulia Svyrydenko as Ukraine's PM and what her leadership could look like

Yulia Anatoliivna Svyrydenko is widely regarded as one of the most competent technocrats in Zelensky’s government, credited with handling key aspects of Ukraine’s wartime economy.

Russia ready for fresh talks with Ukraine, says needs time to respond to Trump's 'serious' statement

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Russia ready for fresh talks with Ukraine, says needs time to respond to Trump's 'serious' statement

Trump told Russia on Monday to end its war in Ukraine within 50 days or face massive new economic sanctions, as he laid out plans for infusions of weaponry for Kyiv via NATO.

How China's expansion is remapping Pacific power lines—and why America is racing to react

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How China's expansion is remapping Pacific power lines—and why America is racing to react

China is expanding its military presence deep into the Pacific, challenging US influence and frightening neighbouring allies.

How JPMorgan is betting on a risky lending boom it helped warn against

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How JPMorgan is betting on a risky lending boom it helped warn against

The JPMorgan CEO says the fast-growing direct lending market could implode—but he still wants in.

'Post-revolution honeymoons don't last long': Hope fades in post-Hasina Bangladesh as reforms stall and extremism rises

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'Post-revolution honeymoons don't last long': Hope fades in post-Hasina Bangladesh as reforms stall and extremism rises

As optimism fades, many are beginning to ask whether the revolution has delivered real change, or simply replaced one crisis with another.

'Its reach is global, intent is criminal': Canada faces growing pressure to declare Bishnoi gang a terror group

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'Its reach is global, intent is criminal': Canada faces growing pressure to declare Bishnoi gang a terror group

India has been pushing Canadian authorities to act against members of the Bishnoi gang believed to be residing in Canada, including Goldy Brar.

What’s powering China’s economy in 2025—and what’s dragging it down

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What’s powering China’s economy in 2025—and what’s dragging it down

Factory building and foreign demand drive China’s second-quarter growth, but falling retail sales and a housing slump reveal cracks in recovery.

How a falling dollar is changing American spending—from vacation habits to investment strategies

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How a falling dollar is changing American spending—from vacation habits to investment strategies

Americans face costlier overseas trips, but investors benefit as currency losses boost international fund returns.

Nimisha Priya's case highlights a larger crisis: Over 10,000 Indians in foreign jails, 49 await execution

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Nimisha Priya's case highlights a larger crisis: Over 10,000 Indians in foreign jails, 49 await execution

Whether it’s petty crime or capital offences like drug trafficking and murder, Indian citizens, often migrant workers in the Gulf, face foreign justice systems with little awareness, legal help or support.

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