'Uncle Jeffrey': Top Goldman lawyer features in Epstein docs
World | Updated: Jan 31, 2026
- Goldman Sachs' top lawyer Ruemmler had years of friendly exchanges with Epstein
- Epstein sent Ruemmler gifts and emails; she later said she regretted knowing him
- Goldman CEO and leadership continue to support Ruemmler despite revelations
Iran launches drone strikes at US vessels after Touska seizure, calls action ‘maritime piracy’
World | Updated: Apr 20, 2026
- Iran launched drone strikes after US seized Iranian cargo ship.
- US says vessel intercepted for violating naval blockade.
- Incident heightens tensions and strains US-Iran ceasefire.
Iran says Hormuz security is ‘not free’ after US seizes ship Touska, warns of oil market costs
World | Updated: Apr 20, 2026
- Iran warns Hormuz security not guaranteed amid oil export curbs
- Iran warns of higher global energy prices over oil curbs
- US seizes Iranian vessel, escalating tensions in the Gulf region
Iran confirms US seized ship Touska, warns retaliation before ceasefire deadline
World | Updated: Apr 20, 2026
- US seizes Iranian cargo ship Touska after sea standoff
- Iran warns of retaliation, calls US actions maritime piracy
- Incident heightens tensions before ceasefire deadline
US seizes Iranian ship after chase in Gulf of Oman, says Donald Trump
World | Updated: Apr 20, 2026
- US destroyer seized Iranian cargo ship Touska in Gulf of Oman
- USS Spruance fired on Touska after it ignored warnings to stop
- Strait of Hormuz remains closed amid US-Iran tensions
Iran to skip second round of US talks, cites ‘excessive demands’ and ceasefire breach: Report
World | Updated: Apr 20, 2026
- Iran rejects second round of US talks over "excessive demands"
- Tehran cites US naval blockade as breach of ceasefire
- US VP JD Vance to lead delegation for talks in Pakistan
Cruise ships seized brief Hormuz reopening to flee Persian Gulf
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Five cruise ships left Strait of Hormuz amid Iran tensions
- Ships departed during a brief reopening before reclosing
- Vessels are now in international waters, heading to Europe
Cash-strapped Pakistan races to repay $1.5 billion UAE loan by April 23
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Pakistan to repay remaining USD 1.5 bn UAE loan by April 23
- USD 2 bn repaid after Saudi Arabia deposited USD 2 bn with SBP
- Pakistan awaits USD 1.2 bn IMF disbursement after recent talks
Israeli military publishes map of south Lebanon territory under its control
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Israel publishes map of new deployment line inside Lebanon
- Dozens of Lebanese villages now under Israeli control
- Ceasefire aims to enable broader US-Iran negotiations
One Indian-flagged tanker sailed through Hormuz amid Iranian firing on two vessels
World | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Indian tanker Desh Garima crosses Hormuz Strait safely
- Two India-linked ships came under fire but all crew are safe
- India summoned Iran's ambassador, urging safe passage for vessels
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