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Trump moves to lead new ‘Board of Peace’ with $1 billion entry requirement: Report
A draft charter shows Donald Trump plans to chair a new international body where permanent membership depends on a $1 billion cash contribution.
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Trump says it’s ‘time to look for new leadership in Iran,’ targets Khamenei
US President Donald Trump called for new leadership in Iran, condemning Ayatollah Khamenei’s rule after protests left thousands dead. Khamenei labelled Trump a “criminal,” blaming him for escalating unrest, reports Politico.
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Israel objects to line-up of Gaza governing body appointments: PM's office
Israel objected to the Palestinian technocrat committee governing post-war Gaza, saying it was uncoordinated and contrary to Israeli policy, AP reported.
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Indian jailed in US for plot to export restricted aviation technology to Russia
A US court sentenced New Delhi-based businessman Sanjay Kaushik to 30 months in prison for conspiring to illegally export controlled aviation technology to Russia, bypassing post-Ukraine invasion sanctions.
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Trump imposes 10% tariff on European countries over Greenland opposition
Trump announces 10% tariffs on eight European countries opposing US control of Greenland, escalating Arctic tensions.
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Watch: Chinese delivery robot crushed by Miami train, sparks self-driving safety debate
A Chinese delivery robot in Miami was crushed by a Brightline train after getting stuck on tracks, sparking renewed concerns over the safety and reliability of autonomous delivery and self-driving technology.
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Why Pakistani journalist Hamid Mir slams Sharif–Munir duo after the US visa ban
Pakistani journalist Hamid Mir criticises the Sharif–Munir leadership after the US imposed a visa freeze on Pakistan, calling it a diplomatic failure despite Islamabad’s overtures towards Donald Trump.
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UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed to visit Delhi, boosting India-UAE strategic and economic ties
UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed will visit Delhi to strengthen India-UAE ties. CEPA, rising trade, energy cooperation, defence engagement, and diaspora linkages underscore a strategic partnership shaping regional and global initiatives.
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Demand for Einstein visa soars as H-1B fees skyrocket, investigation reveals brokers helping applicants
Rising H-1B visa fees have driven demand for the EB-1A “Einstein visa.” CBS News investigation reveals brokers allegedly helping Indian applicants enhance credentials, sometimes via paid awards and journal publications.
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Thousands rally across Denmark to defend Greenland’s autonomy amid Trump threats
Thousands of demonstrators across Denmark protested against U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to annex Greenland, demanding respect for the island’s self-determination and warning the world about its democratic and human rights importance.
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Who is Ajay Banga on Trump’s new Gaza 'Board of Peace'?
The White House announced the “Board of Peace” under President Donald Trump to oversee phase two of his 20-Point Gaza Peace Plan, with World Bank President Ajay Banga among members.
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‘Can’t go back if I leave’: Pakistani-origin man with Canadian passport gets limited Indian visa
A Pakistani-origin man holding a Canadian passport shared his relief online after finally receiving a one-month single-entry Indian visa, calling the process long, complicated and emotionally draining.
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'Fatter than ever': Why did Trump mock a wealthy friend to make a point about US drug prices?
US President Donald Trump mocked a wealthy friend’s use of Ozempic during a speech on rural healthcare, highlighting stark price differences between the US and other countries and pushing for reform.
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Indonesian ATR 42-500 with 11 onboard goes missing near Makassar; debris spotted on mountain
An Indonesian ATR 42-500 aircraft carrying 11 people went missing near Makassar, with debris reportedly spotted on Mount Bulu Saraung. Authorities have dispatched rescue teams, though a crash has not yet been confirmed.
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Why Indian-origin Congressman Shri Thanedar wants to abolish ICE after fatal Minnesota shooting
Indian-origin US Congressman Shri Thanedar has introduced the Abolish ICE Act after a fatal shooting in Minnesota, triggering political backlash, MAGA outrage and renewed debate over US immigration enforcement.
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Canada backs Greenland and Denmark, rejects Trump’s push for US control of Arctic territory
Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney reaffirmed support for Greenland and Denmark, rejecting Donald Trump’s takeover remarks, stressing NATO commitments, Arctic sovereignty and warning against external pressure amid rising geopolitical tensions.
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Why a 16-year-old iPhone 4 is suddenly selling for eye-watering prices online
A once-forgotten Apple handset is being snapped up as a design collectible, driven by nostalgia, scarcity and the growing market for vintage tech.
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What may have been inside Trump’s swag bag for Venezuela’s María Machado
A photo of the opposition leader leaving the White House with a branded gift set off questions about symbolism, optics and substance.
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Retirement-style retreats for millennials and Gen Z take off in Malaysia as young adults opt out of hustle culture
A new low-pressure living model offering meals, quiet routines and community is drawing young people seeking rest, not early retirement.
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Why mystery seed packets from China keep landing in US mailboxes
Officials say it looks like an online scam, but the bigger worry is what happens if the seeds are planted.
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Brisbane woman wakes to find a 2.5-metre python resting on her chest
The late-night encounter highlights how easily large snakes can slip into suburban Australian homes during warmer months.
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Tylenol use during pregnancy does not increase autism risk, new study finds
A sweeping analysis of decades of research finds no evidence that acetaminophen increases autism or ADHD risk, pushing back against recent political claims
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Why scientists say mental illnesses may share common roots
A large global genetics study suggests conditions such as depression, schizophrenia and ADHD overlap far more than psychiatry once believed, raising questions about how mental illness is diagnosed and treated
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Why China is mobilising thousands of fishing boats in the East China Sea
Ship-tracking data shows thousands of Chinese fishing vessels moving in coordinated formations, signalling a sharper and more organised use of civilian boats to assert control in contested waters.
