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Three people were shot at a Dallas ICE detention facility before the gunman died by suicide, officials said. Homeland Security confirmed multiple injuries.

John Bolton under scrutiny again as FBI discovers 'classified' material in office raid

FBI agents found classified documents in John Bolton’s Washington office, court filings show. Seized files referenced WMDs and UN mission.

'Factor in flood losses': Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif presses IMF ahead of $7 billion programme review

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif urged IMF to factor in flood damage ahead of $7 bn review, even as Islamabad meets programme targets, Dawn reported.

Diamonds, drones and DJs: How Pakistan’s new tax cell is using social media to catch evaders

Past attempts to widen Pakistan’s tax net have largely fizzled. But officials argue that the new focus on social media gives them stronger leads and a faster way to flag undeclared wealth.

At UNGA, Turkey needles India on Kashmir again: How Erdogan's 'Muslim brotherhood' with Pakistan eclipsed handshake with Modi

Turkey’s tilt toward Pakistan increases mistrust between Ankara and Delhi at a time when both countries could have found pragmatic reasons to stabilise ties.

OPINION | Two Countries, One Outcome: Why H-1B fees aren’t the real problem

The fuss over H-1B fees misses an important point: it’s a political response to the uneven distribution of globalization’s spoils. The U.S. will keep getting talent, but along with India it has to find a way to spread benefits of economic growth to offset more backlash

From lottery system to wage-based process: How Trump’s new H-1B visa plan could hit India’s entry-level talent

Last week, the Trump administration also announced a $100,000 fee for new H-1B visas, initially causing confusion among companies and workers. The White House later clarified the fee would not apply to existing holders.

'No paper bears': Kremlin mocks Trump’s ‘paper tiger’ jibe at Russia

Kremlin hit back at Donald Trump’s 'paper tiger' remark, quipping Russia is 'a real bear,' as the US president urged Ukraine to reclaim its borders.

Inside Trump’s chaotic overhaul of H-1B visa

Confusion grows after a surprise $100,000 visa fee leaves workers and companies uncertain about its impact.

Alibaba CEO Eddie Wu sees global AI investment reaching $4 trillion in five years

Eddie Wu said the pace of growth of the AI industry and the demand for related infrastructure has 'far exceeded' expectations, and Alibaba will be increasing its investment, though did not specify the quantum of increase to its already announced plan to spend over 380 billion yuan over three years.

'Best Friends Forever': Statue of Trump, Epstein holding hands placed on National Mall in Washington

“We celebrate the long-lasting bond between President Donald J. Trump and his ‘closest friend,’ Jeffrey Epstein,” a plaque at the bottom of the spray-painted bronze installation read.

Russian finance ministry proposes raising VAT to help finance war in Ukraine

The finance ministry, which said the tax hikes would be "aimed primarily at financing defence and security," said in a statement that it was also proposing other tax increases, including on gambling businesses.

Why doctors worry about Trump’s warnings against Tylenol in pregnancy

They insist that fevers are possibly riskier than the drug if left untreated.

Fact-checking Trump’s UN speech: Claims on economy, energy and London’s mayor under scrutiny

The president’s address included misleading and false statements on investment, renewable energy and crime.

Germany invites skilled Indians amid US H-1B visa row

Indians are among the top earners in Germany, said German ambassador to India, Dr Philipp Ackermann

At UNGA, Indonesian Prez Prabowo invokes ‘Om Shanti’ in appeal for global peace

Concluding his remarks, Subianto said, “Wassalamu’alaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh, Shalom, Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om, Namo Budaya.”

How Trump’s tariff war is slowing global economic growth

The OECD warns that uncertainty and barriers to trade are beginning to impact investment, supply chains and consumer spending.

In US, Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif stages deference to Trump for 'stopping a devastating war'

Trump repeated his claim of ending seven wars, including the military confrontation between India and Pakistan in May this year, during his UNGA speech.

Most Americans say Trump doesn’t deserve Nobel Peace Prize

A Washington Post-Ipsos poll shows widespread scepticism as Trump pursues global recognition.

Super Typhoon Ragasa: 14 dead, 124 missing as barrier lake bursts in Taiwan

Typhoon Ragasa is expected to continue moving westward, passing south of Hong Kong and Macau before making landfall in western Guangdong on Wednesday afternoon local time.

Saudi Arabia's grand mufti, Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Abdullah al-Sheikh, dies

While closely aligned to Al Saud ruling family, which has allowed women to drive, opened movie theaters and further socially liberalized in recent years, Sheikh Abdulaziz denounced extremists like those in the Islamic State group and al-Qaida

'India mostly on our side': Zelenskyy differs from Trump's 'primary funders of war' charge

The Ukrainian President's remarks came amid US President Donald Trump's criticism of India and China, labelling the countries as “primary funders” of the ongoing war in Ukraine.

'Trump clearly wants to see me ...': Jimmy Kimmel turns emotional as he returns to air; here's what he said

“This show is not important. What’s important is that we get to live in a country that allows us to have a show like this," Kimmel said as he opened the show following his return.

Diamonds and drones: Pakistan tax unit scans social media for evasion

A monitoring team has started scouring Instagram, TikTok and YouTube posts to match influencers, celebrities, realtors and businesspeople with disproportionate filings. It will build digital profiles of suspects, assess the money behind their lifestyles, and prepare reports that can be used for tax or money laundering investigations.

London 'heading toward Sharia law,' Trump blasts Mayor Sadiq Khan at UN; UK leaders strike back

Trump has previously called Khan 'a stone-cold loser,' a comment the mayor said fuelled far-right politics.

Who stopped Donald Trump and Melania's escalator? UN just solved the mystery

The incident triggered a quip from Trump during his hour-long speech at the UNGA, a response White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt and grabbed grabbed eyeballs with social media users wondering what may have led to it.

Trump meets Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif, FM Ishaq Dar on sidelines of UNGA

According to a statement by Sharif's office, he met Trump at the conclusion of the Arab-Islamic Summit, where they both "engaged in an informal conversation".

US sanctions on Chabahar Port are a gain for China

The Trump administration's decision to revoke sanctions exemptions on Iran's Chabahar port reveals a troubling pattern of strategic incoherence that may ultimately benefit China while undermining America's long-term interests in Central Asia

What to make of the Pakistan-Saudi defence deal?

The recent defence deal between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan has wide ranging implications for several countries including India, the Arab world, Israel and the U.S. Much depends on whether the Saudi intention is limited to gaining capability to counter Israel or will it try to empower Pakistan as well

Trump’s amped up second term on full display in fiery UN speech

The speech was emblematic of a president whose second-term policies and pronouncements have been bigger and more aggressive — and far more disruptive to the global economic order — than those he advanced his first four years in the White House.

Typhoon Ragasa batters Hong Kong and southern China with intense rain and destructive winds

Taiwan reported 14 deaths and the Philippines three after the typhoon took a path between them. Hong Kong and Macao, a nearby casino hub, canceled schools and flights, with many shops closed.

OPINION | Belated European recognition for Palestinian statehood is a response to popular empathy but lacks teeth

UK and France have taken the lead to diverge from the US position on Palestinian statehood. But on their own, there’s little they can do to bring about a viable Palestinian state. As for India, it’s possible to do better in balancing strategic interests with a humanitarian impulse

White House demands investigation after Trump and Melania stalled on UN escalator

Karoline Leavitt called for an immediate investigation after an escalator at the UN abruptly halted as President Trump and First Lady Melania stepped on it, forcing them to walk up.

From Trump’s Ukraine shift to UN escalator glitches: Top 10 highlights of day one at the 80th UNGA session

Trump addresses UNGA for the first time since 2020, criticizes climate change and migration, backs Ukraine’s full territorial restoration, and calls for Europe to cut Russian energy purchases.

‘Nonsense, false’: Errol Musk accused of abusing his children says report

Errol Musk, father of Elon Musk, has been accused of sexually abusing five of his children and stepchildren since 1993, allegations he denies as “nonsense” and “false.”

Turkish President Erdogan raises Kashmir issue at UN, slams Israel’s actions in Gaza

At the UNGA, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan called for dialogue on Kashmir, condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza, and warned against regional projects excluding Turkey.

'It's just a tweet': Russia downplays Trump’s backing of Ukraine’s full territorial restoration

Trump backed Ukraine’s bid to reclaim its original borders, calling Russia a “paper tiger,” while Moscow dismissed his remarks as just a tweet.

'Moscow fears US': Zelenskyy blames Russia and China for prolonging war, says Trump can be 'game changer' for Ukraine

Zelenskyy accuses Russia and China of prolonging the Ukraine war and calls Trump a potential “game changer” for peace.

Man found guilty of attempted assassination of Trump at Florida Golf course

Ryan Routh, 59, was found guilty of attempting to assassinate Donald Trump at his Florida golf course last year, after being intercepted by a Secret Service agent.

'Trump can win Nobel only if…': Macron says US President must end Gaza conflict

Macron says Trump can only win the Nobel Peace Prize if he ends the Gaza conflict and pressures Israel to halt the war.

Rubio says Trump administration hopes to 'fix' measures against India over Russian oil

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the administration hopes to resolve tariffs and other measures imposed on India for its Russian oil purchases, while urging Europe to do more on sanctions.

'Russia looks like paper tiger': Trump says Ukraine could win back 'all of Ukraine,' signaling shift in stance

After meeting Zelenskiy, Trump said Ukraine could potentially reclaim all its territory with EU and NATO support, marking a shift from his earlier position on territorial concessions.

'This is not negotiation, it’s dictation': Iran’s Khamenei rejects Trump’s nuclear demands,  calls it 'dead end'

Iran’s Khamenei rejects Trump’s call to halt nuclear programme, calling it a “slap in the face” and labeling US talks a “dead end.”

'Yes, I do': Trump says NATO should shoot down Russian aircraft violating their airspace

Amid rising Russian airspace incursions, President Trump told reporters NATO members should shoot down Russian aircraft, adding US involvement would “depend on the circumstance.”

Russian Antonov-124 flies low over Moscow amid Ukrainian drone swarm | Watch

A viral video shows a massive Antonov-124 cargo plane skimming rooftops in Moscow as it avoids Ukrainian drones, prompting widespread panic and air-defense activity.

Dimon says Trump’s new H-1B visa fee ‘caught everyone off guard’

Late last week, Trump signed a proclamation slapping a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions as a condition of entry to the US

India can play a very important role in ending wars: Italian PM Giorgia Meloni

Meloni's endorsement comes against the backdrop of recent tensions between the United States and India over New Delhi's purchase of Russian oil.

Trump's new visa fees spur offshoring talks, hiring turmoil

The Trump administration and critics of the H-1B program have said that it has been used to suppress wages and curbing it opens more jobs for US tech workers

Fed Chair Powell warns against 'too aggressive' rate cuts, cites inflation risks

Jerome Powell cautioned that slashing rates too quickly could leave inflation “unfinished,” while keeping policy too tight for too long risks weakening the labor market.