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Why a Japanese toilet maker is suddenly part of the AI chip conversation?

An activist investor says the market is missing a crucial detail about TOTO’s business, and it has little to do with bathrooms.

A Rs 1 lakh white shirt that looks iron-burnt, and the internet isn’t amused

A shirt designed to look scorched has reignited an old argument about whether luxury fashion is still speaking to reality.

Bangladesh restores visa services for Indians as Tarique Rahman moves to mend ties with New Delhi

The decision comes just days after BNP chief Tarique Rahman assumed office as Bangladesh’s prime minister, underscoring Dhaka’s intent to stabilise relations with New Delhi early in the new government’s tenure.

At least 33 killed as Lakurawa militants launch coordinated attacks in northwest Nigeria

At least 33 people were killed after suspected Lakurawa militants launched coordinated attacks in Kebbi state, crossing from Sokoto, as Nigeria grapples with a deepening security crisis and rising armed violence.

'Not hardware, leadership': What NASA’s Starliner report says really stranded Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore

NASA classifies Boeing’s 2024 Starliner mission as a top-severity mishap, citing thruster failures and leadership lapses that stranded astronauts.

Rishi Sunak says children should not say “please” or “thank you” to AI

A throwaway parenting remark by the former UK prime minister has reopened a bigger debate about manners, machines, and what children learn from everyday technology.

North Korea rolls out 50 nuclear-capable rocket launchers in rare mass display

The images are meant to send a blunt message about how Pyongyang plans to fight a regional war, not a distant one.

Survivor speaks out, says Epstein was 'a raging narcissist' and that Trump 'definitely knew a lot'

Survivor Rina Oh recounts alleged abuse, threats and isolation by Jeffrey Epstein, urging US authorities to question all those named in related files, including President Donald Trump, under oath.

Why Trump’s Iran threat feels different from past US wars

As US forces gather near Iran, the administration has offered force without a clear explanation of purpose, timing, or endgame.

Asim Munir's new, secret portfolio: Pakistan’s de facto 'sports minister' who wears a uniform

For a country struggling to separate sport from politics, Munir’s growing footprint exposes an uncomfortable truth. In Pakistan, even cricket and hockey now answer to Rawalpindi.

AI tsunami coming for jobs: IMF chief warns 40% of global workforce at risk, entry-level roles hit first

The impact could rise to as much as 60 per cent in advanced economies, while for India the figure is expected to be lower, around 26 per cent.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to visit India 'very soon', says US Ambassador

The visit will be a part of the Quad diplomacy, the Envoy highlighted

Why AI feels like a breakthrough to some people and a letdown to others

The argument isn’t really about belief. It’s about who is using which version of AI, and for what kind of work.

How a Mexican billionaire’s $400 million bitcoin bet turned into a stock-loan nightmare

Ricardo Salinas borrowed against Grupo Elektra shares to buy crypto. He now alleges the lender sold his collateral, pocketed hundreds of millions, and hid behind dense contracts and offshore structures.

Maryland moves to investigate the deaths of Black boys buried at a forgotten state institution

A new bill seeks answers for hundreds of children who died in state custody and were buried, largely unmarked, in a neglected graveyard.

How Iran is getting ready for a possible US strike

Satellite images, command reshuffles, and naval brinkmanship suggest Tehran is planning for war even as talks limp on.

'Stop commenting on other countries': Macron calls out Italian PM Meloni for remark over French activist's death

Quentin Deranque died after being attacked last week on the sidelines of a far-right protest at a university in the city of Lyon.

Why cash-strapped Pakistan has signed a pact with US to redevelop NYC’s Roosevelt Hotel

The agreement between Washington and Islamabad was negotiated by US special envoy Steve Witkoff under the leadership of President Donald Trump

'How can you abandon us?' Chilling BLA video shows abducted Pakistani soldiers pleading with Asim Munir's army

In the same video, another soldier says that he joined the Pakistani army in 2025 and reveals details about his army number, division and past postings.

Amazon dethrones Walmart as world’s biggest company by sales

Amazon and Walmart compete head-to-head for shoppers’ dollars.

5, 7 or 11 fallen jets? Trump contradicts Trump on India-Pakistan conflict

Trump's latest claim that 11 jets were shot down during Operation Sindoor contradicts his own statements from the past.

US State Dept launches $200 million 'Edge AI Package' for Indo-Pacific

According to a statement, the US State Department seeks innovative proposals to improve the competitiveness of next-generation smartphones in the Indo-Pacific region running on trusted operating systems (Android/iOS) through the Edge AI Package

'All of same height, could play pool if helmets are down': Trump on China soldiers

At the Board of Peace event in Washington, Trump said he was impressed by the massive military display orchestrated by Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Imran Khan was offered deals twice, claims Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif's close aide: 'Serious attempts made but ...'

The Pakistan PM's close aide said, "We want a political solution to this problem, but Khan is not willing to find a way out."

Trump to deploy 5,000 science graduates globally to advance US AI agenda

Founded in 1961 under President John F. Kennedy at the height of the Cold War, the Peace Corps has functioned as an instrument of goodwill diplomacy for the US.

Donald Trump orders release of files related to aliens, UFO's after Obama says aliens are real

Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One while traveling to Georgia, Trump said, "He (Obama) took it out of classified information ... He’s not supposed to be doing that. He made a big mistake."

Palm Beach airport in US to be renamed Donald J. Trump International

The airport is one of several high-profile places in Palm Beach and beyond that now carry Trump’s imprint

At Board of Peace debut, Trump announces global commitments for Gaza reconstruction

The meeting in Washington came amid a broader push by Trump to build a reputation as a peacemaker

Meta cuts stock awards by 5% for most employees: Report

Meta and other Big Tech companies are competing to outbuild each other with massive data centers to get ahead in Silicon Valley's heated AI race

Nvidia, OpenAI near $30 billion investment in place of unfinished $100 billion deal: Report

The deal, which would be part of a new funding round for the artificial intelligence start-up, could be finalized as early as this weekend, the report said

Ex-Prince Andrew accused of watching 6-8 year old girl being tortured with electric shocks by Ghislaine Maxwell, report says

Police in Surrey confirmed they were aware of a redacted report that referenced historic allegations of human trafficking and sexual assaults on a minor in Virginia Water village between 1994 and 1996.

UK PM Starmer blocks Trump from using RAF bases for potential Iran strikes amid tensions: Report

Relations between Washington and Tehran remained severely strained, with Iran holding back from signing a pact to curb the expansion of its nuclear programme

UK royals face biggest challenge in decades with Andrew’s arrest

The arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is a fresh nadir for the UK’s most powerful family, as it tries to outrun a litany of setbacks and adapt to the 21st century.

'He made a big mistake': Trump says Obama revealed 'classified information' when he said aliens are real

In a separate Instagram post on Sunday, Obama reiterated his stance. “I saw no evidence during my presidency that extraterrestrials have made contact with us. Really!” he wrote.

New Trump administration order could lead to detention of thousands of legal refugees

A memo filed by the Department of Homeland Security says refugees applying for green cards must return to federal custody one year after they were admitted to the U.S. for review of their applications.

Trump weighs 'limited strike' on Iran that could come within days, reports Wall Street Journal

Citing people familiar with the matter, the report said the proposed action would involve a narrowly targeted assault on select military or government facilities

‘Got little upset with Pakistan’: As Sharif looks on, Trump mixes trade talk with praise for Asim Munir

Speaking at his Board of Peace event in Washington, Trump recalled his interactions with Islamabad while looking toward Sharif in the audience

5 to 11 fighter jets: Donald Trump's curious India-Pak math as tally keeps climbing

India has consistently denied any third-party mediation in the matter and has rejected Trump's characterisation of events.

'Saviour of South Asia': Shehbaz Sharif recycles false India-Pak truce claim to praise Trump at Gaza summit

The remarks came during the inaugural session of Trump's newly launched Board of Peace, an event meant to showcase global backing for Washington's diplomatic initiatives

'I don't like young, handsome men...': Trump's mic-drop moment as he 'compliments' this world leader

Speaking at the launch event in Washington, Trump welcomed world leaders one by one, largely improvising as he reflected on what he described as the accomplishments of the first year of his second term

Epstein Files Fallout: King Charles III’s brother Andrew 'released under investigation'

This is the first time since the 17th century that a member of the British royalty has been arrested by the police. It is learnt that the King was not informed about the operations in advance.

Indonesia, world’s largest Muslim-majority nation, to take deputy commander role in Gaza force: US general

Morocco had also agreed to send troops, in the first commitment by an Arab country, as well as Albania, Kazakhstan and Kosovo

Sweden pledges $1.4 bn for Ukraine air defence, drones

The funds are part of Sweden's yearly allocated 40-billion-kronor budget for Ukraine aid

Starlink loss a blow to Russian forces in Ukraine: Experts

The US-based Institute for the Study of War says that Ukrainian forces are probably taking advantage of Russia's loss of Starlink

UK holds off approval for US to use its bases in any Iran strike

Trump spoke by phone with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Tuesday, with the two men touching on the Iran US talks taking place in Geneva

Front row for some, side glance for Pakistan: Shehbaz Sharif’s awkward day at Trump’s Board of Peace meet | WATCH

If Sharif felt sidelined, Trump later offered some verbal balm. Addressing the meeting, the US President praised the Pakistani Prime Minister and Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir.

India attends Trump-hosted Board of Peace meeting as observer

India on Thursday attended the inaugural Board of Peace meeting hosted by US President Donald Trump, underscoring New Delhi’s cautious but engaged approach.

Standard cell with 'a bed and a toilet': Police say no 'special treatment' for ex-Prince Andrew

Former Prince Andrew held without special treatment after arrest in Epstein-linked misconduct probe; police confirm standard custody rules.

US jobless claims drop by the most since November to 206,000

Initial claims decreased by 23,000 to 206,000 in the week ended Feb. 14, according to Labor Department data released Thursday.

'Next 10 days will tell': Trump sets deadline for 'meaningful' Iran deal as US military build-up grows

President Donald Trump on Thursday urged Iran to strike a "meaningful" deal as a huge American military build-up takes shape in the Middle East amid US threats of action against its adversary.