WORLD
Netanyahu says Israel will control all of Gaza, pledges to prevent Hamas from looting aid
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said Israel will maintain full control over Gaza and stop Hamas from seizing humanitarian aid.
WORLD
'Perceived misuse of funds...': IMF had flagged risks ahead of bail out for Pakistan
IMF warns of "enterprise" and "reputational" risks to Pakistan’s bailout amid India tensions, imposes 11 new reform conditions including a Rs 17.6 trillion budget and energy sector changes.
WORLD
Pakistan extends Rahim Yar Khan airbase runway closure to June 6
The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) had originally issued a NOTAM on the day of the strike, announcing the runway would be out of service until 4:59 am (Pakistan time) on May 18.
WORLD
Donald Trump Jr. questions how 'Dr. Jill Biden' missed husband’s cancer diagnosis; viral video of Biden admitting disease resurfaces
Donald Trump Jr. criticized Jill Biden for allegedly "missing" her husband's stage five metastatic cancer diagnosis, suggesting a cover-up. The controversy intensified after a viral 2022 video resurfaced in which Joe Biden seemingly admitted to having cancer.
WORLD
US VP Vance met with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy in Rome ahead of Trump Putin phone call
U.S. Vice President Vance and Secretary of State Rubio met with President Zelenskyy in Rome to discuss ending the war in Ukraine, ahead of Trump’s planned call with Putin.
WORLD
Trump offers support after Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis: 'Melania and I are saddened'
Biden was diagnosed on Friday after experiencing urinary symptoms, according to a statement from his office on Sunday.
WORLD
Poland Portugal Romania presidential election 2025 results live updates: Russian cyber threat hangs over Polish presidential election
Several European countries, including Poland, Portugal and Romania, are headed for presidential election on Sunday.
WORLD
1 killed as bomb explodes near California fertility clinic, FBI terms it 'act of terrorism'
The blast ripped through downtown Palm Springs, badly damaging the clinic and blowing out the windows and doors of other nearby buildings.
WORLD
'A ceasefire will take place': Trump to speak with Putin, Zelensky on Monday to stop 'bloodbath'
Earlier in the day, Kremlin said a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky would be possible only after both sides reach an agreement.
ENTERTAINMENT
Trump calls Springsteen ‘obnoxious jerk’, says Taylor Swift ‘no longer hot’; artists, AFM fire back
“Bruce Springsteen and Taylor Swift are not just brilliant musicians, they are role models and inspirations to millions of people in the United States and across the world.”
WORLD
'Turkey ready to play its part': Erdogan needles India after talking Kashmir with Shehbaz
This comes even as India has time and again reiterated its stand on Kashmir, saying that the only issues on which talks with Pakistan will take place are terrorism and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
WORLD
Green card as a prize? Trump administration weighs reality show pitch for citizenship
A proposed reality show titled The American could see immigrants competing in patriotic challenges for a chance at US citizenship and it’s currently under review by Homeland Security.
WORLD
India grants special entry to 160 Afghan trucks at Attari-Wagah border
India allows 160 Afghan trucks carrying goods through Attari border as a "special gesture" following Jaishankar's conversation with Afghan counterpart.
WORLD
Trump’s grand Al-Ayyala welcome: All about the traditional ‘hair-flipping’ dance that greeted US President in UAE
US President Donald Trump received a grand cultural welcome in the UAE with the traditional Al-Ayyala dance, marking the finale of his Middle East tour. The performance, rich in poetry and symbolism, reflected the UAE’s deep-rooted heritage and hospitality.
WORLD
UN projects India’s 2025 growth at 6.3%, among fastest-growing economies ahead of China, US, and EU
India is projected to grow at 6.3% in 2025, remaining the among the fastest-growing economies despite global slowdowns, according to the UN. Strong domestic demand and government investment continue to drive India's resilience amid global economic uncertainties.
WORLD
Fresh Covid-19 wave hits Asia; Singapore and Hong Kong see surge: Is India at risk too?
COVID-19 infections are resurging in major Asian cities like Hong Kong and Singapore, with cases and hospitalizations sharply rising. However, India currently reports only 93 active cases, with no new wave of infections as of now.
INDIA
Life returns to normal in border villages as India, Pakistan ceasefire continues
After the two neighbouring countries arrived at an agreement on May 10 to halt military actions, the residents of the border villages started coming back.
WORLD
What does '86 47' mean? Ex-FBI Chief James Comey deletes cryptic post after accusations of calling for Trump’s assassination
James Comey’s “86 47” Instagram post sparked political outrage and a federal investigation over its perceived threat to President Trump.
WORLD
'Made a sub-human out of me, it was Kafkaesque': Badar Khan Suri shares US detention ordeal
US District Judge Patricia Giles, ruling from Alexandria, Virginia, ordered his immediate release on Wednesday and authorised his return to his family on personal recognisance.
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'Pakistan a satrapy of China': US military strategist slams Trump administration for failing to block $1 billion IMF bailout
Michael Rubin slammed the Trump administration for backing a $1 billion IMF bailout to Pakistan, calling it a boost to terrorism and China, while praising India's military response in Operation Sindoor.
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Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 hits China
According to the National Center for Seismology, the earthquake struck at around 6.29 am (IST) at a depth of 10 km.
WORLD
Jaishankar holds first-ever call with Afghan Taliban FM, appreciates condemnation of Pahalgam attack
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held his first call with Afghanistan's Taliban-appointed Foreign Minister, appreciating his condemnation of the Pahalgam terror attack and reaffirming India's support for Afghan development.
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‘Directed at President Trump’: Kash Patel reacts to former FBI chief Comey’s deleted ‘86 47’ post
The image, shared with the caption “Cool shell formation on my beach walk…”, quickly drew condemnation from Trump allies and White House officials, as per a Fox News report.
WORLD
Trump claims he averted ‘missiles of a different type’ between India and Pakistan
According to Trump, he encouraged both countries to shift their focus from confrontation to commerce. “Let’s do trade instead of fighting,” he remarked.
