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How Biden ignored early warnings and lost public trust on immigration
An inside account of the choices, miscalculations and delays that reshaped US politics and helped return Donald Trump to power.
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Why Nvidia and other AI giants are slipping out of the ‘quality stock’ category
A debate over what makes a company truly “high quality” is reshaping how investors judge Big Tech in the age of AI.
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Asim Munir, Shehbaz Sharif considering treason case, ban on PTI: Why is Imran Khan now labelled a national threat?
Pakistan’s security establishment is increasingly frustrated with PTI leaders, especially in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where provincial officials have reportedly refused to cooperate with federal security institutions.
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H-1B visa applicants asked to reschedule appointments as social media vetting begins from Dec 15: How will new checks affect wait times?
The cancellations appear linked to the rollout of the updated vetting system, which requires consular officers to examine applicants’ online activity before approving their visas.
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Pakistan Army DG ISPR winks at female journalist during presser, faces backlash
Chaudhry faced trolling on social media over his gesture, with people saying that it was a "new low" for the DG ISPR. "Ahmed (Not)Sharif Chaudhary," one user remarked.
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Russian An-22 military aircraft crashes in Ivanovo with seven onboard: Report
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Is rice the next flashpoint after Russian oil? Should India really worry about Trump’s tariff threat? Trade data has an answer
Trade data shows that the US is far from being a significant market for Indian rice, raising questions over whether Trump’s threat is more about politics than trade.
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Polymarket odds soar on possible Trump release of UFO files as speculation intensifies
A sudden leap in prediction-market odds has cast fresh attention on the prospect of UFO file disclosure in the US. The spike has triggered broad debate among analysts who caution that market movement does not always reflect real policy decisions.
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New fossil discovery overturns long-held belief about Neanderthal noses
A newly examined Neanderthal skull, once thought to confirm cold-climate adaptations, has challenged a century-old assumption about their large noses. According to the findings, their nose structure was simply bigger, not specially shaped to warm frigid air.
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Trump’s AI czar David Sacks insists recent layoffs aren’t driven by AI
Fears that artificial intelligence is behind layoffs, as companies cut jobs around the world, are greatly exaggerated, says David Sacks. He argues human oversight remains essential and that AI isn’t the real culprit behind widespread job cuts.
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Bandage on Trump’s hand sparks fresh wave of health concerns
A bandaged-hand photo of Donald J. Trump has refuelled speculation about his health by observers and the press alike. As he steps out publicly with repeated visible bruising and coverings, speculation about what's really behind those band-aids mounts.
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Woman’s desperate escape from 10th-floor balcony goes viral after lover’s wife returns home
A harrowing video out of Guangdong shows a woman clinging to a 10th-floor balcony as she tries to escape her lover's returning wife. The footage has sparked outrage and a wave of online discussion about the dangers and consequences of such a dramatic escape.
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Under MAGA fire, Indian IT lobby group publicly aligns with Trump
Facing MAGA backlash over a resurfaced video of immigration attorney Sheela Murthy, ITServe Alliance distances itself from her and publicly aligns with Trump, highlighting tensions around H-1B visas and political scrutiny.
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A 2,000-year-old game: How Iran is using chess and backgammon as cultural diplomacy with India
Iran’s embassy in India invoked the shared history of chess and backgammon to underscore 2,000 years of cultural ties, blending ancient legend with modern cultural diplomacy.
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Why a Chinese tourist’s visit to Kashmir and Ladakh has sparked security concerns
Chinese national Hu Congtai, detained for visiting restricted sites in Kashmir and Ladakh on a tourist visa, is under investigation. Authorities are analysing his phone for potential security breaches.
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The whopping sum Netflix will have to pay if Warner Bros. deal falls through. Check what's the clause
Netflix’s $72 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery includes a $5.8 billion breakup fee, triggering a fierce contest with Paramount, whose $108 billion cash offer challenges Netflix in Hollywood’s high-stakes battle.
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Pakistan played Trump the right way: Raghuram Rajan says Russian oil not ‘central issue’ in 50% India tariff
Raghuram Rajan said US tariffs on India were driven by personalities and diplomatic disputes, not Russian oil. India denies Trump’s claims of mediating the India-Pakistan ceasefire.
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Pakistan: TTP attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa kills six security personnel, injures several
Six security personnel were killed and seven injured in a Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Kurram district. The assault follows a previous deadly TTP attack on government officials.
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‘India should not be dumping rice’: Trump warns of fresh tariffs on agricultural imports
US President Donald Trump warned of new tariffs on farm imports, including Indian rice, after farmers complained of dumping and falling prices, unveiling $12 billion in fresh support for US agriculture.
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Why Thailand and Cambodia’s latest fighting stems from decades of hostility
Fresh fighting between Thailand and Cambodia has erupted along their disputed border, exposing how unresolved territorial claims, failed ceasefire commitments, nationalist rhetoric and broader diplomatic and economic tensions continue to fuel the conflict.
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Trump threatens 5% tariff on Mexico over delayed water delivery under bilateral treaty
Trump announced that he has approved the paperwork necessary to impose tariffs if the water is not delivered.
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Trump announces plan to allow Nvidia to ship H200 chips to China
Trump said the Department of Commerce is finalizing the policy and that similar rules will apply to other major American chipmakers. “The same approach will apply to AMD, Intel, and other GREAT American Companies,” he said.
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Trump hints at new tariffs on Canadian fertiliser as trade tensions deepen
The US president is facing mounting pressure to address high consumer prices and persistent inflation, which has created voter dissatisfaction that poses a political risk for Republicans heading into next year’s midterm elections.
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Trump shifts position on releasing video of Caribbean strike, says decision rests with Hegseth
The strike had targeted a suspected drug-smuggling boat, after which a second round of fire was also ordered, which hit two individuals who survived the first attack.
