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Pakistan-Afghanistan on the brink again: Dozens killed in fresh clashes, Islamabad dials Qatar, Saudi | Top updates
Dozens have been killed in renewed Pakistan-Afghanistan border clashes as Taliban attacks, civilian casualties, border closures, and rising diplomatic tensions escalate.
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‘I love Hitler,’ ‘gas chambers’ and ‘rape’: Leaked 2,900-page Telegram chat exposes young Republican leaders’ hate-filled messages
A Politico investigation uncovered a 2,900-page Telegram chat among Young Republican leaders, including Peter Giunta, Bobby Walker, and William Hendrix, filled with racist, antisemitic, and misogynistic remarks, prompting the YRNF to demand their resignations.
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‘Can’t bear this pain any longer’: Israeli survivor who lost girlfriend in Oct 7 attack dies by suicide two years later
Roei Shalev, who survived the 2023 Hamas-led attack but lost his girlfriend and close friend, was found dead in his car near Tel Aviv, highlighting the ongoing mental health crisis among survivors.
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Violent TLP protests in Lahore leave 11 dead: Who is Saad Rizvi and why Pakistan fears Tehreek-e-Labbaik?
At least 11 TLP members were killed in Lahore clashes with police as the party staged pro-Palestinian protests, prompting lockdowns and an internet shutdown in major cities.
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Netanyahu hopes for 'day of national joy' as hostage release, ceasefire take effect; how the next 72 hours look for Israel-Gaza
Netanyahu hails “day of national joy” as hostages and prisoners are set to be released and a ceasefire takes effect, with the next 72 hours marking critical steps in Israel-Gaza arrangements.
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Why Donald Trump did not receive the Nobel Peace Prize despite claiming to have stopped ‘eight wars’ in eight months
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado won the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for promoting democracy, as the committee dismissed Donald Trump’s claims to the honor, emphasizing its decisions are based solely on Alfred Nobel’s principles.
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Beyond the Burqa: Italy proposes nationwide ban on Islamic face coverings, mosque funding
Meloni’s ruling party introduces bill to outlaw full-face Islamic veils and tighten oversight of foreign-funded religious groups.
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Who is László Krasznahorkai? The master of apocalypse, who turns chaos into art wins 2025 Nobel prize in literature
Krasznahorkai, acclaimed for his dense and philosophical prose, receives the Nobel Prize for his exploration of humanity amid chaos and the enduring power of art.
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'Incredibly calm': Meet Rabbi Daniel Walker, 'hero' of Manchester synagogue 'terrorist' attack, who shut the doors to stop attacker
Rabbi Daniel Walker is being hailed as a hero for calmly barricading the doors of a Manchester synagogue during a terrorist attack, saving worshippers’ lives.
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'Witch killing own people': Why are massive protests erupting in Pakistan's PoK that have claimed 9 lives? | Explained
Demonstrations erupt in PoK over rising electricity costs, lack of public services, and political privileges, leading to deadly clashes with security forces.
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Who is Lisa Cook? Biden-appointed Fed governor faces Trump’s legal challenge as court delays dismissal
Lisa Cook, the first Black woman on the Federal Reserve Board, remains in her post after the Supreme Court deferred Trump’s attempt to oust her until next year’s trial.
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US government shutdown: What it means and how it could affect operations
US President Donald Trump warns the US is likely heading toward a government shutdown, which could disrupt services and furlough federal workers.
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How the 'board of peace' and ISF will temporarily govern Gaza: Trump’s post-war plan for administration and security
Trump’s 20-point Gaza plan outlines temporary governance by the Board of Peace and security oversight by the ISF, with Israel gradually withdrawing.
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'No one forced to leave Gaza, Israel won’t occupy': What's inside Trump's 20-point peace plan
Trump unveils a 20-point plan to end the Gaza conflict, including hostage releases, a terror-free zone, economic redevelopment, and a path toward Palestinian self-determination.
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Jaishankar meets Canadian FM Anand, calls high commissioner appointments a ‘welcome step’
India and Canada take steps to rebuild diplomatic ties as External Affairs Minister Jaishankar meets Canadian FM Anita Anand and welcomes new High Commissioner appointments.
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EAM Jaishankar holds key talks with Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov on UNGA sidelines
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How a million-year-old skull unearthed in China could reveal earlier origins of modern humans?
The discovery of Yunxian 2 reveals early humans may have coexisted with Neanderthals for nearly 800,000 years, challenging current timelines of human evolution.
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Elon Musk, Bill Gates, and Prince Andrew in new Epstein records: What do documents reveal?
Newly released Epstein estate documents list Elon Musk, Prince Andrew, and other high-profile figures in schedules and flight logs, revealing ties to the late financier.
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Trump and Melania’s finger-wagging exchange decoded: Lip readers say it was about UN escalator incident | Watch
What appeared to be a heated spat between Donald and Melania Trump was actually an animated discussion about the UN escalator mishap, experts say.
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Chinese Premier Li Qiang warns against 'cold war mentality' in veiled critique of US at UN
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'Their pain was your gain': Judge sentences Indian-origin doctor to 14 years in US fraud case
Indian-origin doctor Neil K. Anand has been sentenced to 14 years in a U.S. prison for a $2.4 million health care fraud and opioid scheme, with the judge saying, “For you, their pain was your gain.”
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‘Next one is Trump’: Secret service responds to viral threat video | Watch
The Secret Service is reviewing a viral video in which a man declares “the next one is Trump,” amid rising fears over political violence in the US.
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'Going to take extraordinary people': How Trump's gold card will redefine the American dream
Trump’s new Gold Card and Platinum visa programs aim to replace traditional visa routes, attract high-value immigrants, and boost U.S. job creation and government revenue.
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What are gold and platinum visa schemes Trump unveiled: Difference between the two and the Corporate card explained
Trump’s $1 million ‘Gold Card’ visa program will replace EB-1 and EB-2 categories, with a $5 million ‘Platinum Card’ option offering extended U.S. stays tax-free.
