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After Venezuela, the US president’s fixation on the Arctic island is setting off alarm bells in Europe, and raising deeper questions about power, legacy and a changing world order.

Russia talks tough after US seizure of oil tanker, lawmaker says 'sink some American boats'

Moscow has accused Washington of acting with impunity on the high seas after US forces seized a Russian-flagged tanker, prompting sharp threats of retaliation from a senior Russian lawmaker.

Two killed, several injured in shooting outside LDS church during funeral in Salt Lake City

At least two people were killed and several others wounded after shots were fired following an altercation outside a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meetinghouse in Salt Lake City, police said.

Poland 'satisfied' with cut in India's Russian oil imports amid Trump's 500% tariff threat

Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski voiced support for India as Washington weighs tariffs of up to 500% on countries buying Russian oil, following President Trump’s approval of a new sanctions bill.

‘We worry India has only paused military action, attacks could resume’: Pakistan told US after Operation Sindoor

The disclosure punctures Pakistan’s carefully crafted narrative during the May conflict, revealing deep anxiety within its establishment as Indian airstrikes hit terror camps and military infrastructure across the border.

Pakistan sets up special protection unit for Chinese nationals amid CPEC security concerns

Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi announces a dedicated SPU in Islamabad to safeguard Chinese workers and projects under the $60 billion China–Pakistan Economic Corridor.

‘It Is Over’: Why this censored op-ed by a PhD scholar struck a nerve in Pakistan

An opinion article published on New Year’s Day lasted just a few hours online before it vanished. What followed was something Pakistan’s establishment did not expect: screenshots, shares and a wave of online backlash that turned the deleted column into one of the country’s most talked-about reads.

Is copper the new gold?

Copper's record-breaking price surge, driven by severe supply constraints, tariff-induced hoarding, and structural demand from electrification and AI, is fundamentally challenging its traditional role and valuation in global markets

Pakistan eyes defence pact with Bangladesh, sale of JF-17 fighter jets

Pakistan's Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu and his Bangladesh counterpart Hasan Mahmood Khan had extensive talks on the procurement of the JF-17 Thunder.

Ireland, Canada, US lead rise in FPIs' India assets in 2025; Singapore, UK see decline

Foreign portfolio investors collectively sold more than Rs 1.66 lakh crore from Indian equities in 2025, yet assets under custody for several countries still inched higher.

US seizes Russian-flagged tanker, another tied to Venezuela as Trump widens oil push

The United States intercepted two Venezuela-linked oil tankers in the Atlantic as President Donald Trump stepped up enforcement against sanctioned oil shipments while pushing to reshape Venezuela’s energy ties under US control.

Trump backs Russia sanctions bill: Up to 500% tariffs on India, China?

President Trump has approved a bipartisan Russia sanctions bill, giving the US authority to target major buyers of Russian oil, including India, China, and Brazil, with duties of up to 500%.

No room for another superpower: Trump opens new front against China with Maduro arrest

The US military’s raid on Venezuela marked an audacious debut of what Trump has called the 'Donroe Doctrine'

Venezuela's interior minister says 100 people died in US attack

Venezuelan officials have said a large part of Maduro's security contingent was killed "in cold blood," and Cuba has said 32 members of its military and intelligence services in Venezuela were killed

Ford hints at robotaxis with plans for eyes-off-road technology

Ford said Wednesday it will launch so-called Level 3 autonomy in 2028 on its Blue Cruise driver-assist feature that currently allows drivers to take their hands off the wheel, but requires them to keep their eyes on the road

Patients gain weight faster coming off obesity drugs than after a diet

People return to their original weight in less than two years after stopping weight-loss treatments as they regain about 0.4 kilos (0.9 pounds) on average each month

US Justice dept digs in on the dueling takeover bids for Warner Bros.

Warner Bros. on Wednesday again rejected Paramount’s bid as insufficient, opting to stick with Netflix’ offer

US expands $15,000 visa bond requirement to 38 countries: Is India on the list?

The Trump administration has added 25 more countries, including Bangladesh, Nepal and Bhutan, to a US visa bond programme, while Indian travellers remain unaffected.

Asia stocks fall as optimism fades, US bonds hold gains

Stocks opened lower in Japan and South Korea. A gauge of global stocks and the S&P 500 Index both posted their first declines of 2026 on Wednesday

Former BNP leader Azizur Rahman Musabbir shot dead in Dhaka ahead of elections

Former BNP volunteer leader Azizur Rahman Musabbir was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Dhaka’s Karwan Bazar area, underscoring rising political violence ahead of Bangladesh’s February 12 elections.

Trump invites Colombian president to White House days after threatening it with military strike

That came mere days after Trump said in the wake of the U.S. operation to oust Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro over the weekend that “Colombia is very sick too” and accused Petro of ”making cocaine and selling it to the United States"

Britain's PM discusses position on Greenland with Trump over call

Both leaders discussed the joint operation to intercept the Marinera tanker, recent progress on Ukraine and the U.S. operation in Venezuela, the statement said.

Trump invited to give State of the Union address on Feb 24

The invitation sent on Wednesday notes that the nation is marking the 250th anniversary of American independence.

JPMorgan to take over Apple Card from Goldman Sachs

JPMorgan will take over Apple Card from Goldman Sachs, shifting a Rs 20 billion portfolio and marking Goldman’s exit from consumer banking.

Jefferies takes $30 million hit on First Brands as profit drops

Net earnings for the fiscal fourth quarter declined 7.2% from a year earlier to $191 million, Jefferies said in a statement Wednesday.

De Beers bets on India’s rich to boost natural diamond demand

India is now the firm’s second-largest market after the US. Long a hub for cutting and polishing rough stones, the country is increasingly central to its consumer-driven growth strategy.

Asian stocks set to fall as 2026 momentum fades

Global affairs remained in focus as US forces seized two more sanctioned oil tankers as part of its energy quarantine of Venezuela. European leaders closed ranks behind Denmark as President Donald Trump amplified threats to seize Greenland.

Trump says Venezuela to purchase US goods with oil deal revenue

Trump has been pressuring Venezuela’s interim leader, Delcy Rodriguez, to increase economic ties with the US after last weekend’s operation to capture strongman Nicolas Maduro.

Exxon says oil slump cut $1 billion from fourth-quarter results

Exxon is the first of the oil supermajors to report quarterly guidance just weeks before the reporting season is scheduled to kick off.

Trump cuts ties with 66 international groups, including UN-linked bodies; details withheld

The White House did not list the organizations but said they promote "radical climate policies, global governance, and ideological programs that conflict with U.S. sovereignty and economic strength."

‘People live in homes, not corporations’: Trump says he wants to ban large investors from buying houses

Trump -- who has been under pressure to address voters' concerns about affordability ahead of November midterm elections -- is tapping into long-standing fears that corporate ownership of homes has pushed out traditional buyers, forcing more people to rent.

S&P 500 snaps four-day streak; Dow tumbles as Trump targets ‘institutional’ home buying

The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 0.9% from its own record set the day before, while the Nasdaq composite added 0.2%.

'Dangerous times': After setting Rs 901 billion for 2026, Trump jumps to Rs 1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027

“This will allow us to build the ‘Dream Military’ that we have long been entitled to and, more importantly, that will keep us SAFE and SECURE, regardless of foe,” Trump said in a posting on Truth Social announcing his proposal.

Venezuela's PDVSA says oil supply negotiations with US progressing

Trump has said he wants interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez, installed this week after the U.S. deposed President Nicolas Maduro, to give the U.S. and private companies "total access" to her country's oil industry.

World’s worst bond market faces another big supply shock

The nation’s sovereign debt - the worst performer among the world’s biggest markets last year - faces an 8% rise in net supply to about ¥65 trillion ($415 billion) in the fiscal year starting in April.

White House confirms Greenland purchase talks as Nato allies rally behind Denmark

The White House confirms active talks to buy Greenland, citing US security interests, as Denmark and Nato allies warn against threats to sovereignty.

US pushes ahead with plans to reopen embassy in Venezuela

No official date has been set to reopen the embassy, according to people involved, asking not to be identified because the discussions are private. The State Department didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.

US blue-chip bond sales hit $88 billion, busiest week since 2020

Bond issuance has also been remarkably strong overseas. In Europe, issuers raised a record amount of funds through bond sales on Wednesday.

‘Shot in self-defence’: Trump backs ICE after Minneapolis killing, Walz orders investigation

The statement said that an ICE officer, fearing for his life, the lives of his fellow law enforcement and the safety of the public, fired defensive shots.

ICE officer kills woman in Minneapolis; DHS calls it ‘domestic terrorism,’ Walz orders probe

"He used his training and saved his own life and that of his fellow officers. The alleged perpetrator was hit and is deceased. The ICE officers who were hurt are expected to make full recoveries."

Blackstone, housing shares sink as Trump targets big investors

The S&P 1500 Homebuilding Index slid as much as 2.3%, with 15 of 18 members trading lower. Builders KB Home and DR Horton Inc. were among the worst performers. Building-materials supplier Louisiana-Pacific Corp. declined more than 5%.

'Humane treatment, swift return': Moscow reacts as US boards Bella 1, now flying Russian flag

According to a statement cited by TASS, the Russian Foreign Ministry said it is closely monitoring reports that the US military has boarded the tanker Mariner, originally Bella 1, on the high seas, noting that Russian citizens are among the crew.

ICE officer fatally shoots motorist in Minneapolis as DHS deploys 2,000 agents; mayor calls it 'reckless'

Videos taken by bystanders and posted to social media show an officer approaching an SUV stopped across the middle of the road and trying to open the driver’s side door.

'Don’t use force': Cuba’s ambassador backs India’s diplomacy-first line on Venezuela

The Cuban Ambassador's remarks come amid growing geopolitical tension over Venezuela following the US's "large-scale strike" and the capture of its former President, Nicolas Maduro, and his wife on Saturday.

Israel values partnership with India, will meet PM Modi in near future: Netanyahu

Netanyahu, in a telephone call with Modi – first in 2026 – also said he looked forward to meeting the Indian prime minister in the near future to continue discussions in person.

Bolsonaro leaves Brazilian prison to undergo medical examinations after fall from his bed

Bolsonaro had previously left the hospital and returned to prison last Thursday, a week after undergoing double hernia surgery.

Why the US has designs on Venezuela's oil

Venezuela has one of the largest oil reserves in the world, and some energy analysts predict there won’t be enough oil to meet global demand in coming years.

Mexico becomes crucial fuel supplier to Cuba but pledges no extra shipments after Maduro toppled

It’s a role that could further complicate already strained relations with the Trump administration, even though the Mexican government insists that exports to the island have not increased.