UAE's Fujairah stops some oil loading operations after drone attack
World | Updated: Mar 14, 2026
- Oil-loading suspended in Fujairah after drone attack and fire
- UAE ports threatened by Iran after US strike on Kharg Island
- No injuries; civil defence containing Fujairah fire
JD Vance to head US delegation for Iran talks in Islamabad after initial security concerns
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- JD Vance to lead US delegation for Iran talks in Pakistan
- Trump warns Iran of strong action if deal is rejected
- Strait of Hormuz remains closed amid rising tensions
Iran resumes partial flight operations under phased four-stage restoration plan
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Iran begins phased reopening of airspace after recent conflicts
- Eastern routes open; central and western sectors restricted
- Ticket sales halted as major airlines continue to avoid Iran
Internal rift? IRGC challenges Araghchi’s Hormuz claim as ‘bad and incomplete’
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Iran's FM says Strait of Hormuz open for commercial shipping
- IRGC disputes FM's claim, insists on strict military oversight
- Internal rift in Iran adds uncertainty to global shipping routes
Pakistan ramps up security amid reports of second round of US-Iran talks in Islamabad
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Pakistan boosts security ahead of possible US-Iran talks
- Over 10,000 personnel deployed, checkpoints set up in Rawalpindi
- Schools shift to online classes, public places closed for safety
Iran's President Pezeshkian slams US-Israel's 'height of desperation': 'Failed in goals, attacking civilian infra'
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- US, Iran swap accusations as Strait of Hormuz tensions rise
- Trump warns Iran of strikes on power and bridge targets
- Talks continue but major gaps remain, shipping risks escalate
US deploys sea drones to clear mines in Strait of Hormuz amid Iran tensions: Report
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- US deploys sea drones to clear mines in Strait of Hormuz
- Operation aims to restore safe commercial shipping routes
- Tensions rise as Iran restricts strait access amid negotiations
'No more Mr nice guy': Trump says 'US going to knock out every single power plant, bridge' in Iran
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Trump accuses Iran of violating ceasefire in Strait of Hormuz
- US warns Iran of severe retaliation if deal is rejected
- India protests after its ships caught in shooting incident
Donald Trump to join Bible reading event after AI Jesus image controversy
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Trump to deliver a recorded Bible reading on April 21
- Event follows recent tensions with the Vatican and Pope Leo
- Senior US officials will also participate in the Bible reading
Hormuz Strait standoff explained: Iran says final deal is far off as US blockade and war tensions persist
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Talks between Iran and US show progress but major gaps remain
- Strait of Hormuz nearly shut, raising global energy supply risks
- Ceasefire set to expire soon, risking renewed regional conflict
Hormuz at a standstill: Iran fires on ships, threatens blockade; where things stand now
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Iran threatens to close Hormuz Strait, stopping shipping
- US and Iran continue talks despite rising tensions and incidents
- Oil prices may rise if shipping disruptions in Hormuz persist
Massive fire razes 1,000 homes in Malaysia’s floating village, 9,000 displaced | Video
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Massive fire destroys 1,000 homes in Sabah, displacing 9,000
- No injuries reported; firefighting hampered by access issues
- Government provides aid and shelter for displaced residents
How LeT operative ‘Khargosh’ used a forged Rajasthan passport to flee India
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- LeT terrorist fled India on fake passport, now in Saudi Arabia
- Probe reveals gaps in passport verification and support network
- Five LeT operatives held; network across several Indian states
Iran shifts Hormuz messaging tone as Ghalibaf amplifies IRGC position: Report
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Iran's leadership projects unity over Strait of Hormuz control
- Ghalibaf: IRGC Navy must coordinate all strait operations
- Reports of internal rifts fade as messaging becomes more unified
Trump rejected plan to seize Iran’s Kharg Island over fears of US troop casualties: Report
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Trump rejected plan to seize Iran's Kharg Island over troop risks
- He demanded a response after a US aircraft was downed over Iran
- Talks between US and Iran may resume soon in Pakistan
China’s robot race is no longer a gimmick, it’s a warning
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- China hosted its second humanoid robot half-marathon in Beijing
- Over 300 robots from 100 teams ran a 21 km course with humans
- Top robot finished in just over 50 minutes, rivaling elite humans
WhatsApp tests custom status lists to give users more control over who sees updates
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- WhatsApp testing Status lists for custom sharing groups
- Feature lets users share updates with selected contact groups
- Aims to give users more control and privacy over Status updates
Iran blocks Chinese ship at Strait of Hormuz, forces ‘Sun Profit’ U-turn amid rising tensions
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Iran blocked a Chinese vessel from entering the Strait of Hormuz
- Incident shows tighter control of key oil shipping route
- US-Iran tensions continue to impact global maritime traffic
AI’s water problem goes viral as data centre backlash grows in the US
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Viral Ohio speech spotlights AI data centers’ water concerns
- Data centers may consume millions of gallons of cooling water daily
- Debate grows over balancing AI growth with environmental impact
Layoff storm or tech bloodbath? 73,200 jobs cut in Q1 2026 as Snap, Disney, Meta, Oracle slash roles
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Over 73,200 tech jobs cut in Q1 2026 by 95 companies
- Snap, Disney, Meta, and Oracle announce major layoffs
- Layoffs tied to cost cuts and AI-driven restructuring
Kamala Harris says Trump used Iran war to distract from Epstein files, claims Netanyahu ‘pulled’ him in
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Kamala Harris criticizes Trump for Iran conflict escalation
- Harris: Trump used military strikes to distract from scandals
- She says US credibility weakened by abandoning alliances
‘Strait of Hormuz is still closed’: Iran says Khamenei will decide repoening, not 'some idiot's tweets'
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Iran blocks Strait of Hormuz, citing leader's orders
- LNG tankers stranded or turned back amid rising tensions
- Gunfire reported on vessels as US-Iran standoff escalates
US Powerball winning numbers for April 18 announced: No jackpot winner on Saturday for $75 million draw
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- No ticket won the $75.8M Powerball jackpot on April 18.
- Winning numbers were 24, 25, 39, 46, 61 and Powerball 1.
- Jackpot rolls over to the next drawing on April 20.
India takes Pakistan terror dossier to Capitol Hill on Pahalgam anniversary
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- India to host a digital anti-terror exhibition at Capitol Hill
- Exhibition marks one year since the Pahalgam terror attack
- Focus on Pakistan-based groups behind major global attacks
Seven weeks of war, one big question: Is the global economy sliding into stagflation?
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Global economy faces stagflation risk amid Middle East conflict
- Oil prices drive inflation, eroding consumer spending power
- Key economic data this week may shape central bank decisions
Pakistan goes dark as Gulf war triggers blackouts, gas shortages and economic strain
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Pakistan faces severe power outages amid a global energy crisis
- LNG shortages trigger 12+ hour blackouts in some areas
- Industries, homes, mobile networks hit by prolonged outages
'Peak hypocrisy': Iran accuses EU of 'double standards' over Strait of Hormuz access
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Iran accuses EU of hypocrisy over Strait of Hormuz transit rules
- Iran threatens to close Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions
- EU warns against Iran's proposed transit fees for shipping
How the Strait of Hormuz flipped from open to shut in 24 hours as US-Iran tensions surged
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Strait of Hormuz reopens briefly, shuts amid US-Iran tensions
- Oil dips, then rebounds on renewed shipping curbs
- Talks continue amid disputes over access and sanctions
‘Got a little cute’: Trump jabs Iran, says breakthrough could come ‘by end of day’
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Trump warns Iran against blackmail over Strait of Hormuz
- Iran reviews US proposals but vows no compromise
- Hezbollah ties ceasefire to Israeli withdrawal and full truce
Trump praises Israel’s role as US ally, says it ‘fights hard’ and ‘knows how to win’
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Trump praises Israel as a great US ally amid regional tensions
- Iran closes Strait of Hormuz over US naval blockade dispute
- Hezbollah seeks Israeli pullout, prisoner swap for truce