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Indian-origin CEO on O-1 visa says FBI detained and questioned him at Miami airport
A prominent Malaysian entrepreneur of Indian origin says he was unexpectedly stopped and questioned by FBI agents at Miami airport, raising new concerns about how US authorities treat high-skill foreign professionals.
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Aliens may have abandoned Earth because spaceflight is too mundane, scientists suggest
A new hypothesis challenges the idea that extraterrestrial civilisations should be eagerly reaching out to Earth: maybe they’re simply not impressed by interstellar travel, so they don’t bother.
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Photo of skydiver falling past the Sun goes viral: 'The Fall of Icarus'
An astonishing image of a skydiver silhouetted against the Sun’s fiery surface has captivated the internet, highlighting the incredible precision, planning and artistry behind what may be a once-in-a-lifetime shot.
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Pop star Billie Eilish launches blistering attack on Elon Musk as he nears trillionaire status
The Grammy-winning singer used her Instagram Stories to call Musk a “f---ing pathetic p---y bitch coward,” reigniting debate over wealth, philanthropy and responsibility among the ultra-rich.
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Optimus will handle medical procedures beyond human capability, says Elon Musk
The Tesla CEO claims the company’s humanoid robot will eventually deliver “superhuman” surgical precision and democratise access to elite healthcare.
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Why the BBC froze for seven days over a Trump documentary edit
A detailed look at how internal divisions, political pressure and a paralysed boardroom response turned a single editing error in a Trump documentary into a full-blown crisis for Britain’s public broadcaster.
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Inside the Florida city where more killings are ruled self-defence than anywhere else in America
A 16-year-old’s killing, ruled self-defence without a self-defence claim, reflects the wider pressures, incentives and inconsistencies shaping America’s most aggressive stand-your-ground jurisdiction.
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How the ultrarich in the US are reshaping luxury by seeking total privacy
A look at the new world of private clubs, hidden entrances, personalised travel and seamless service designed to shield the wealthy from everyday inconvenience.
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Why Bill Pulte’s rise inside the Trump administration is alarming White House insiders
A low-profile housing regulator has become one of the administration’s most controversial power players, blending loyalty tests, political battles and unorthodox tactics in a job that affects half the nation’s mortgages.
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China expresses concern over Japan’s military and nuclear developments
China expressed serious concern over Japan’s recent military moves, including ambiguous statements on the Three Non-Nuclear Principles, potential nuclear submarines, and constitutional amendments, urging Tokyo to commit to peaceful development.
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How Trump is trying to shift the spotlight to Clinton and the Democrats
President Donald Trump has called on the Justice Department to investigate Jeffrey Epstein’s links to Clinton and other Democratic figures, prompting debate over political motivations and Justice Department independence.
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Trump weighs F-35 jet sale to Saudi Arabia despite Pentagon tech-leak warning
U.S. President Donald Trump said he is considering Saudi Arabia’s request to buy F-35 fighter jets, as intelligence officials warn China could gain access to the aircraft’s technology ahead of Riyadh’s White House visit.
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Nowgam 'accidental' blast: Nine killed, 32 injured in accidental police station explosion captured on CCTV | Video
Accidental explosion at Nowgam Police Station in Srinagar kills nine, injures 27 during handling of seized explosives from Faridabad terror module.
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How France remembers the November 2015 Paris attacks
A decade later, survivors still carry their pain, even as the country’s collective memory fades
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The shutdown is over. How long until the US feels normal again
A look at how quickly federal programmes, services and workers can recover after the forty-day freeze
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Why a decade of bomb hoaxes across Asia remains unsolved
A years-long wave of hoax messages has triggered evacuations, diplomatic requests and public confusion.
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What newly released emails reveal about Epstein and Trump
A look at hundreds of pages of correspondence and how they fit into the political and legal timeline.
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The godfather of AI who argues the field has lost its way
Yann LeCun helped invent modern artificial intelligence, but now argues that large language models aren’t the future
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Fox News host criticises H-1B system as ‘cheap labour pipeline’, claims 70% of visa holders are Indian
Fox News host Will Cain’s criticism of the H-1B visa system and President Trump’s defence of it have triggered a renewed political fight over foreign workers and American jobs.
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Trump says he will sue BBC for up to $5 billion over edited Panorama speech
Trump has vowed to sue the BBC after its edited 2021 speech clip triggered resignations and an apology but no compensation.
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Alibaba accused of assisting Chinese military in targeting the US, leaked White House memo shows
Washington alleges Alibaba shared sensitive data with the Chinese military, but the firm calls the accusations "completely false."
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Islamabad court blast: Pakistan detains four suspected TTP militants in major breakthrough
Pakistan has arrested four suspected TTP militants linked to the Islamabad court suicide bombing that killed 12, as officials blame Afghan nationals and rising cross-border militancy for deteriorating security.
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US international student applications fall sharply, India sees 14% decline
US colleges see a 9% fall in international applications, with India recording a 14% drop, as White House policies impact foreign student enrollment.
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China’s new amphibious carrier ‘Sichuan’ explained: Features, firepower and why India should care
Sichuan combines features of a traditional landing ship with those of a light aircraft carrier, enabling China to operate from the sea with an unprecedented level of flexibility and range.
