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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.

‘Spoke to PM Modi, he’s excited, watching us right now’: Trump repeats India-Pakistan ceasefire claim | VIDEO

Donald Trump says he spoke to PM Modi during India-Pakistan conflict and claims tariff pressure stopped escalation.

‘Pakistan PM thanked me for saving 25 million lives’: Trump says 200% tariff threat stopped India-Pakistan conflict | Video

Donald Trump says he threatened 200% tariffs to halt India-Pakistan fighting; India reiterates no third-party mediation in ceasefire.

'Won't take Asim Munir's name if...': Aleema Khan 'offers deal' to Pakistani govt to save Imran Khan’s eyesight

Aleema Khan specifically called for Imran Khan to be shifted out of jail and into a private medical facility under family supervision.

Trump calls emergency Iran meeting as allies warn of possible strikes ‘within hours’ | Top updates

The President was briefed on indirect negotiations held earlier this week in Geneva and the growing concern within the administration that diplomacy may be close to collapse.

Epstein emails, abuse claims and a birthday arrest: How Prince Andrew’s dark past became his present crisis

The detention came on Andrew’s 66th birthday, underlining how dramatically his public standing has collapsed since his relationship with Epstein first came under scrutiny.

Pakistan invites Apple and Samsung: Will the tech giants bite its phone manufacturing offer?

The Pakistan government has reached out to leading international manufacturers as part of a renewed push to position the country as a mobile and electronics manufacturing hub.

King Charles says law must take its course as brother Andrew arrested over Epstein files allegations

Mountbatten-Windsor, who was stripped of his royal titles due to his connections with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office over allegations he sent confidential government documents to Epstein.

Trump’s Board of Peace meets for first time today: Who’s joining the Gaza plan and who’s staying away

The White House invited 50 countries to join the Board of Peace. Around 26 have agreed to participate as founding members.

India set to fully restore visa services in Bangladesh, signalling thaw in ties after Yunus exit

Aniruddha Das, India’s senior consular official in Sylhet, said that New Delhi was moving toward fully restoring visa operations across categories.

Washington visit turns risky for Shehbaz: How Asim Munir’s Gaza promise is backfiring and why Pakistan can't say yes or no

What happens if Pakistan is formally asked to deploy troops in Gaza? That question has hovered over Islamabad for weeks and explains the unusually intense travel schedule of Pakistan’s army chief Asim Munir across the Middle East.

Ex-Prince Andrew arrested for 'misconduct in public office': How Jeffrey Epstein’s shadow finally caught up and what's next

Prince Andrew’s arrest marks the most serious criminal development yet linked to his long-scrutinised association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

King Charles’ brother Andrew arrested over misconduct probe linked to Epstein files

New revelations in the Jeffrey Epstein files appear to show Andrew sent the convicted US sex offender potentially confidential documents during his time as a UK trade envoy.

Poisonous gas leak at Nigeria mine kills 37, dozens hospitalised: What we know so far

Nigeria has struggled for years to regulate its vast informal mining sector, particularly illegal gold mining operations that are common in remote areas.