What Iran’s crackdown means and what could happen next
World | Updated: Jan 17, 2026
- Iran's regime has suppressed protests, but underlying grievances persist
- US military tensions with Iran remain unresolved despite calls for restraint
- Opposition forces inside and outside Iran remain fragmented and lack unity
Pakistan receives USD 1 billion Saudi tranche as part of USD 3 billion aid
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Pakistan receives $1 billion from Saudi Arabia as second tranche
- Total $3 billion deposit aims to support Pakistan's reserves
- Saudi deposit provides short-term relief amid rising loan costs
Deal or deadlock? Why conflicting claims and last-minute moves have put US-Iran talks in doubt as truce nears end | 20 points
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
Confusion surrounds US-Iran talks as the ceasefire nears its deadline. Both sides issue conflicting statements on participation, maintain tough stances, and continue backchannel diplomacy. The risk of renewed conflict rises if no agreement is reached soon.
China studies use of robots for riot control, signals shift in internal security strategy
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- China trials robots, drones for riot control, crowd monitoring
- Robotic units could identify instigators and relay real-time data
- AI policing sparks privacy and accountability concerns
Apple CEO Tim Cook’s 15-year legacy by the numbers
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Tim Cook steps down as Apple CEO after 15 years of record growth
- Apple's market value grew from $350B to $4T under Cook
- Cook expanded Apple's device ecosystem to 2.5B active devices
Voyager 1 is losing power… NASA makes a drastic move to keep it alive
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- NASA shuts down Voyager 1's LECP instrument to save power
- Only two science instruments remain active on Voyager 1
- Voyager 1 continues sending data from over 15 billion miles away
A world where everyone can afford a penthouse? Musk thinks it’s possible
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Elon Musk suggests AI could make luxury living widely accessible
- He backs “universal high income” to counter AI job losses
- Experts question if higher productivity alone can end scarcity
Nepal scraps monthly pay cycle, rolls out fortnightly salaries for govt staff
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Nepal shifts to fortnightly salary payments for government staff
- Move aims to boost spending and support steady economic activity
- Employees expect easier expense management with biweekly pay
'Indian standards are low': Noida resident exposes poor quality in Rs 1 crore high rise flat
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Viral video exposes poor quality in Rs 1 crore Noida flat
- Problems include crumbling plaster, stains, and hygiene issues
- Video sparks debate on quality of expensive NCR apartments
Japan approves scrapping a ban on lethal weapons exports in a change of its postwar pacifist policy
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Japan ends decades-long ban on lethal weapons exports
- Exports now allowed to 17 partner countries with strict oversight
- Japan move to bolster defense industry amid regional strains
With tariffs stalled, Trump's China policy drifts
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Trump's China policy marked by erratic and conflicting decisions
- Tariffs cut US-China deficit but didn’t alter Beijing’s stance
- US allies concerned as inconsistent moves erode US credibility
US Powerball Lottery Result for April 20, 2026 Declared: Jackpot at $87 million, here's how to check winners
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Powerball jackpot reached $87 million after continued rollovers
- Winning numbers and prize breakdown released for April 20 draw
- Players can check results online and claim prizes per guidelines
What do we know about Anthropic's Mythos amid rising concerns?
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Anthropic debuts Mythos AI for advanced cybersecurity
- Mythos uncovered thousands of flaws in major software systems
- US, UK, and EU regulators met with banks to discuss Mythos risks
Seized Iranian ship likely carrying equipment deemed dual-use by US: Report
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- US seizes Iranian ship Touska, suspecting dual-use military items
- Ship boarded off Iran's Chabahar port after crew ignored warnings
- China urges restraint after US interception of Iranian vessel
Fed pick Kevin Warsh to face Senate grilling with confirmation in limbo
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Warsh vows to safeguard Fed independence if confirmed chair
- Warsh faces Senate grilling amid pressure over rate policy
- Confirmation is uncertain due to ongoing DOJ probe into the Fed
Banking industry scrambles for Anthropic's Mythos as global regulators review risks
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Banks rush to adopt Mythos AI amid rising cyber risk fears
- Regulators globally assess Mythos' cybersecurity threat to banks
- Mythos seen as highly capable at cyber offense, raising scrutiny
Who is John Ternus, the engineer set to replace Tim Cook as Apple's new CEO?
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- John Ternus named next Apple CEO, succeeding Tim Cook on Sept 1
- Ternus led hardware for iPhone, Mac, and AirPods
- Cook becomes executive chairman as Apple shifts focus to AI
Apple CEO Cook is lauded by investors as he prepares for new role
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Apple CEO Tim Cook to step down, John Ternus named successor
- Cook will become executive chairman on September 1
- Apple shares fell less than 1% after the announcement
Watch | US enforces Iran blockade in Strait of Hormuz, warns vessel to turn back
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- US releases footage of forces enforcing maritime blockade on Iran
- 27 vessels ordered to turn back or return to Iranian ports
- Blockade raises concerns over Strait of Hormuz oil shipments
Abbas Araghchi tells Pakistan Iran weighing next steps as US tensions stall talks
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Iran signals caution, weighing options amid US tensions
- Tehran cites US ceasefire violations as obstacle to talks
- Pakistan hopes to mediate, urging Iran to return to talks
Iran won't accept talks under 'shadow' of threat: 'Prepared to reveal new cards on battlefield'
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Iran rejects talks under US pressure, prepares military options
- Ghalibaf accuses Trump of using blockade to force surrender
- Talks remain fragile as both sides blame each other for tensions
Labor chief Chavez-DeRemer leaving cabinet amid investigation
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Labor Secretary Chavez-DeRemer resigns amid inspector probe
- Keith Sonderling named acting Labor Secretary after her exit
- Chavez-DeRemer faced allegations of misconduct and travel fraud
What Tim Cook told Apple staff after appointing John Ternus as new CEO
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- John Ternus named Apple CEO, succeeding Tim Cook on Sept. 1
- Tim Cook becomes executive chairman, remains at Apple
- Tom Marieb to lead hardware engineering as Ternus transitions
Citi sees oil at $110 if Hormuz disruption lasts another month
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Oil could hit $110 if Hormuz traffic stays blocked for a month
- Citi warns global oil inventories may hit 8-year lows by June
- Ceasefire won’t speed oil stock rebuild: over 2 years needed
Hormuz traffic at standstill after Iran abruptly ends reopening
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- US seizure nearly halts Strait of Hormuz commercial traffic
- Oil prices jump as US navy seizes Iranian cargo ship near Jask
- Shipowners adopt wait-and-see approach amid ongoing volatility
Trump aims to seal Iran deal, says truce extension unlikely
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Trump unlikely to extend Iran ceasefire past Wednesday deadline
- Talks to end US-Iran war continue, with next session in Pakistan
- Oil prices rise and stocks fall amid ceasefire uncertainty
Starmer’s political fate rests with top UK bureaucrat he fired
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Starmer faces fallout over Mandelson's ambassador appointment
- Olly Robbins' testimony may decide Starmer's political future
- Labour MPs divided on Starmer's leadership amid party turmoil
Trump says US won’t lift Iran blockade in Hormuz until deal is reached
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Trump says US blockade on Iran will stay until a deal is reached
- He claims the blockade is costing Iran $500 million daily
- Strait of Hormuz stability tied to progress in US-Iran talks
Trump says his nuclear deal with Iran will be 'far better' than 2015 agreement
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Trump says new Iran deal will be better than 2015 JCPOA
- He criticizes Obama and Biden for signing the original deal
- Trump claims his deal will ensure peace and security globally
Japan’s 7.7 temblor sparks fears of a 'megaquake': Could this be a prelude to something bigger?
World | Updated: Apr 20, 2026
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck off Japan’s northeast coast, triggering tsunami warnings and evacuations. While immediate damage was limited, officials warn of a slightly increased risk of a larger quake and urge continued vigilance and preparedness.