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King Charles III led Britain’s annual Remembrance Sunday ceremony at the Cenotaph, honouring war heroes with two minutes of silence, wreath-laying, and solemn tributes under clear London skies.

Zohran Mamdani’s New York victory exposes fault lines in Jewish Democratic politics

Mamdani, a 34-year-old democratic socialist, handily defeated Andrew Cuomo, the Democratic former governor of New York who ran as an independent

Ukraine targets Russian energy hubs in overnight strikes as Lavrov offers to meet Rubio for peace talks

Ukrainian strikes disrupted power and heating in two Russian cities near the border, as Moscow’s Sergey Lavrov expressed willingness to meet U.S. Secretary Marco Rubio to discuss stalled peace efforts.

Three missing after Chinese fishing boat capsizes off South Korean coast; rescue work underway

A Chinese fishing vessel capsized near South Korea’s Gageo Island, leaving three crew members missing and two in cardiac arrest. A joint South Korea–China search operation is underway.

Pakistan braces for turmoil as opposition rallies against military-backed constitutional overhaul

Pakistan’s opposition parties launched nationwide protests against the Shehbaz Sharif government’s 27th Constitutional Amendment, which strengthens military power, creates a Federal Constitutional Court, and grants lifetime immunity to top officials.

Magnitude 6.7 earthquake strikes off Japan coast, tsunami advisory issued for Iwate

A powerful 6.7-magnitude earthquake hit northern Japan, prompting a tsunami warning and urging residents to stay away from coastal areas.

Japanese PM Takaichi proposes pay cuts for herself and cabinet ministers

Newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to revise the public servant remuneration law to suspend extra allowances for herself and her ministers, aiming to showcase fiscal and administrative reform.

What is the COP30 climate summit, and why does it matter?

The treaty, called the U.N. Framework on Climate Change Convention (UNFCCC), committed countries to working together to fight climate change – a problem they acknowledged all countries faced and was best tackled together.

Hafiz Saeed’s aide spotted in Bangladesh, reportedly planning new terror front against India

Lashkar-e-Taiba chief Hafiz Saeed has sent close associate Ibtisam Elahi Zaheer to Bangladesh to train local youth and potentially launch attacks targeting India.

Silicon Valley’s bet on ‘designer babies’: What’s happening, who’s behind it, and why it’s so contentious

A clear explainer on embryo editing startups, the money backing them, and the scientific and ethical risks.

Trump appears to battle drowsiness in Oval Office event, sparking fitness questions

A detailed explainer on what the cameras captured, how the White House responded and why the moment has political consequences.

Who pays to rebuild Gaza, and why Arab capitals are pushing back

Arab states warn that rebuilding only the Israeli-controlled half of the enclave could cement a de facto division.

SNAP payouts in limbo: How a US shutdown sparked a global talking point

What the court tussle means for America’s food aid and why the world should care.

AI and consciousness: Why philosophers say the next leap may redefine the mind

How shifting ideas about intelligence are opening the door to a new debate about artificial consciousness.

US manufacturers demand 700 items face tariffs under Trump’s steel crackdown: What it means for global trade

Trump’s expanding tariff agenda rattles allies and businesses alike, with 700 new goods now in Washington’s crosshairs.

Asim Munir more powerful than ever? Pakistan gives new role to army chief months after Op Sindoor

Notably, the major restructuring comes just months after the Indian military's Operation Sindoor, which exposed deep flaws in Pakistan’s military coordination.

Top Indian gangsters Venkatesh Garg and Bhanu Rana nabbed in US and Georgia after global manhunt

Indian security agencies, with help from international counterparts, arrested most-wanted gangsters Venkatesh Garg and Bhanu Rana in Georgia and the US, marking a major breakthrough against global crime networks.

Who is Saikat Chakrabarti? Indian-origin Democrat eyeing Nancy Pelosi’s Congress seat after Mamdani’s historic win

Indian-origin Democrat Saikat Chakrabarti, best known as Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s former chief of staff and a co-founder of Justice Democrats, has entered the race to succeed Nancy Pelosi in Congress, signaling a new wave of progressive leadership in US politics.

Shutdown and Obamacare: Why Trump wants to end the ‘filibuster’ and send healthcare money straight to citizens

Amid the ongoing US shutdown, President Donald Trump has renewed his push to scrap Obamacare, urging Senate Republicans to send healthcare funds “directly to the people” instead of insurance companies.

India’s 2026 BRICS presidency: Centre plans G20-style national showcase with cultural festivals, theme song

India will take over the presidency on January 1, 2026, with plans to project a strong national image both domestically and internationally.

US government shutdown hits overseas bases as European workers go unpaid for weeks

The record-long US government shutdown has left thousands of European staff at American military bases unpaid, forcing some host nations like Germany and Portugal to cover salaries temporarily.

Drink at your own risk: Thailand’s tough new drinking law could fine tourists and bar-goers Rs 27,000

With tourism contributing nearly 20% of GDP, bar and restaurant owners argue that the new rules could chill consumer spending just as the industry was beginning to recover.

How a Dutch takeover of a Chinese chipmaker froze Honda’s factory and rattled carmakers worldwide

A Dutch takeover of Chinese chipmaker Nexperia has choked global auto supply chains, forcing Honda and others to halt production.

Syria’s President Ahmed al-Sharaa to meet Trump in historic visit after US lifts terror designation

Syria’s interim leader Ahmed al-Sharaa is set to meet President Trump in the first official visit by a Syrian head of state since 1946, marking a dramatic shift from militant to statesman after Washington removed him from its terror blacklist.

Hundreds more flights canceled as shutdown deepens travel chaos

Out of 21,748 flights scheduled on Saturday, about 3.7% had been canceled as of 8:45 a.m. New York time, according to data compiled by aviation analytics company Cirium.

'If a war breaks out…': Taliban warns Pakistan not to ‘test Afghanistan’s patience’ as peace talks fail

After the latest Afghanistan-Pakistan talks in Istanbul ended without progress, Kabul accused Islamabad of acting irresponsibly while warning it would defend its sovereignty against any aggression.

Man opens fire on US Border Patrol agents during immigration raid in Chicago

A suspect driving a black Jeep fired at border patrol agents in Chicago’s Little Village during immigration operations, prompting clashes and protests in the area.

Rodrigo Paz sworn in as Bolivia’s President, ending two decades of left-wing rule

Rodrigo Paz was sworn in as Bolivia’s president, ending nearly 20 years of left-wing rule. He inherits a struggling economy, vows gradual reforms, and seeks international support for recovery.

Russian drone strike kills four in Dnipro as nationwide attacks hit Ukraine

A Russian drone struck a Dnipro apartment block, killing four, amid a nationwide missile and drone barrage targeting Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. Fighting escalates near Pokrovsk as both sides vie for strategic advantage.

UK spies handed over intel to Canada on Nijjar killing: Report

The British intelligence would only be shared under strict conditions: hand-delivered to Ottawa and kept off electronic systems and only a handful of Canadian officials, pre-approved by London, could see it, it is claimed.

Why Afghanistan-Pakistan border talks stalled and what it means for regional security

Afghanistan-Pakistan border talks in Istanbul ended without agreement, leaving a fragile ceasefire in place. Disputes over the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan and cross-border militancy have stalled diplomacy, heightening regional security concerns.

Amid shutdown, Trump urges lawmakers to give healthcare money ‘directly to the people'

President Donald Trump urged lawmakers to redirect healthcare funds “directly to the people” instead of insurance companies, proposing the move as a potential compromise to end the prolonged U.S. government shutdown.

U.S. flight cancellations: How the government shutdown is disrupting air travel

Hundreds of U.S. flights have been cancelled as airlines cut schedules amid a prolonged government shutdown, with the FAA enforcing nationwide slowdowns and fears of major disruptions ahead of Thanksgiving travel.

Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport halts flights after runway lighting glitch

Tribhuvan International Airport is Nepal’s main aviation hub, handling the majority of the country’s air traffic.

Remains of five hostages still in Gaza: What we know so far

Since the U.S.-brokered Gaza ceasefire, Hamas has returned 23 hostage remains, but delays over five others—reportedly buried under rubble—have strained truce terms as Israel threatens renewed military action.

Spanish police arrest 13 suspected Tren de Aragua members in major anti-drug operation

Spanish police arrested 13 suspected members of Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua gang in coordinated raids across five cities, seizing drugs and dismantling two laboratories linked to the U.S.-designated terrorist group.

Pakistan tables 27th Amendment Bill: A constitutional boost for field marshal Asim Munir’s power

Pakistan’s government has tabled the 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill, aiming to formalise military command structures — a move critics say could further empower Field Marshal Asim Munir and erode civilian authority.

Viral Gaza video shows ‘little Zohran Mamdani’ celebrating New York mayoral victory

A viral video from Gaza shows a young boy, dubbed the “Little Zohran Mamdani,” celebrating the newly elected New York mayor’s victory, symbolising pride, hope, and representation for Palestinians.

Why Iraq’s election matters in the Middle East power game

Iraq’s parliamentary election will determine Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani’s fate and test Baghdad’s balancing act between the U.S. and Iran amid regional tensions and voter disillusionment.

Three deported in Canada’s crackdown on Punjabi business extortion

Canada targets foreign nationals linked to rising extortion and violence against Punjabi businesses in British Columbia.

Why we say “hello” when we pick up the phone

When the telephone was invented, the greeting we use today wasn’t always obvious — and “hello” wasn’t the first choice.

Mass walk-out after official calls Miss Mexico “dumb head”

A live-streamed clash in Thailand sparked a contestant walkout after a pageant executive insulted Miss Mexico, forcing an apology and emergency oversight changes.

Rama Duwaji: The Syrian-American artist who met Zohran Mamdani on a dating app

Their creative partnership began on Hinge and now shares the spotlight in New York politics.

Indian H-1B manager says tech bias is growing: ‘People say we bring caste’

An anonymous post by an Indian H-1B manager alleges rising anti-Indian sentiment in US tech, including claims that workers are stereotyped as importing “the caste system.”

How US media framed Zohran Mamdani’s New York City win

From wire desks to tabloids, coverage blended celebration of a barrier-breaking victory with scrutiny of Mamdani’s progressive agenda and his looming clash with national politics.

Snap freeze explained: What a six-week shutdown means for 41 million Americans

How a six-week shutdown froze SNAP for 41 million Americans—and what families are doing to eat in the meantime.

Why Trump’s Supreme Court tariffs brief may have backfired

A key filing quotes the president’s own boasts about tariffs, raising a legal risk his lawyers tried to avoid

China’s Fujian enters service: What the new carrier means for power in the western Pacific

China commissions the Fujian, its first domestically built carrier with electromagnetic catapults, underscoring a faster push to challenge US power in the western Pacific.

Use AI or lose your job: How bosses are forcing the next workplace reset

From Accenture to startups, bosses are telling staff to master generative AI—or be replaced by those who can.