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The race for artificial intelligence supremacy is reshaping life for top researchers.

Following the Smart Money: What Q3 VC funding reveals about AI dominance, India's innovation gap

Following venture capital flows is like reading a map of the future, and right now, all roads lead to artificial intelligence

Germany’s drone dilemma explained: What’s buzzing its skies, who might be behind it, and why the response is so hard

A surge of suspicious drones over German infrastructure is testing Berlin’s laws and defences, with officials suspecting Russian probes.

Has Iceland’s cold barrier against mosquitoes cracked?

For the first time, mosquitoes have been spotted in Iceland following record-breaking spring heat. Three Culiseta annulata were found in Kjós, confirmed by entomologists amid the country’s historically cold climate.

NATO’s Mark Rutte downplays rift with Zelensky, says Trump holds key to Ukraine peace

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte downplayed tensions between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky, emphasising that only Trump can achieve peace between Moscow and Kyiv, despite a rift in recent White House talks.

Will Trump’s new sanctions on Russian oil make Putin alter Ukraine strategy

Trump’s sanctions on Russian oil firms Lukoil and Rosneft aim to pressure Putin amid the Ukraine war. Experts say they limit resources but are unlikely to radically alter his calculus.

North Korea tests new hypersonic missile ahead of APEC summit in South Korea

North Korea tested a new hypersonic weapon system targeting North Hamgyong, signaling strategic deterrence ahead of the APEC summit. The US condemned the launches, warning they violate UN Security Council resolutions.

As government shuts down, America’s debt hits record $38 trillion

Amid a federal government shutdown, U.S. national debt has surged past $38 trillion — the fastest rise outside the pandemic — raising alarms over inflation, borrowing costs, and future fiscal stability.

Trump eyes fresh tariff probe focused on foreign drug prices

The fresh probe could result in tariffs or other trade actions in the coming months related to pharmaceutical products, which would exacerbate tensions with major economies

Gold extends pullback from record high for a third day. What's behind the price fall?

Spot gold slipped to around $4,090 an ounce in early Asian trading on Thursday, reinforcing a technical reset

Explained: Why Jaish-e-Mohammed is launching a women’s wing

Pakistan-based terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed has launched Jamat ul-Muminat, a new women’s wing led by Masood Azhar’s sisters, offering online “jihadi” courses to recruit and indoctrinate women.

Trump defends East Wing demolition, says new White House ballroom ‘will be magnificent’

President Donald Trump defended the demolition of the White House’s East Wing, saying it was necessary to build a “magnificent” new ballroom that “goes beautifully with the White House.”

Asian stocks, gold retreat as momentum unwinds

MSCI’s Asia equity benchmark retreated further from its record close earlier this week, with Japanese shares leading the decline

Trump set to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea; discuss Russia-Ukraine war

Trump also revealed that he cancelled a planned summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin, citing a lack of progress in diplomatic efforts

North Korea tested 'cutting-edge' weapons system on Wednesday, KCNA reports

Trump is expected to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea.

US sanctions Russian oil companies as Moscow holds nuclear drills

The U.S. Treasury Department said Russia's two largest oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil, were targeted in a bid to damage Moscow's ability to fund its war machine.

‘They are going to stop... it’s a process’: Trump repeats claim India will cut Russian oil imports by year-end

Trump says Modi pledged to cut Russian oil purchases as Washington slaps sanctions.

Trump, Colombia leader trade threats as US strikes boat in Pacific

Trump branded Petro a "thug" and suggested he was a drug trafficker leading his country to ruin, prompting the leftist leader to vow: "I will defend myself legally with American lawyers."

Inside Trump’s White House overhaul: What rooms are changing in the East Wing and how

Trump’s renovation blueprint includes tearing down the section of the East Wing that houses the First Lady’s offices, several administrative workspaces, and visitor areas.

Trump says Putin talks ‘don’t go anywhere’ as he imposes new sanctions on Russia’s top oil firms

The US Treasury later confirmed that the new measures target Russian energy giants Rosneft and Lukoil — a move officials described as one of the most significant sanctions yet against Moscow since the invasion began.

US sanctions Russia’s two largest oil companies, says Putin wasn’t ‘honest’

The sanctions came a day after a planned Trump-Putin summit in Budapest was shelved, with Washington expressing its disappointment at the lack of progress in ceasefire negotiations with Moscow.

Oil jumps after settlement on new US sanctions on Russian oil companies

The U.S. said it was also prepared to take further action as it called on Moscow to immediately agree to a ceasefire in Russia's war in Ukraine.

Trump says US has not approved Ukraine's use of long-range missiles

Trump said on Truth Social that the Journal story on "the U.S.A.'s approval of Ukraine being allowed to use long range missiles deep into Russia" was false.

Indian-origin scholar Paul Kapur sworn in as US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia

Kapur has held teaching positions at Stanford University, the US Naval War College, and the US Naval Postgraduate School.

US, EU pledge new sanctions on Russia for Ukraine war

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told reporters in Washington the administration would unveil "a substantial pickup in Russia sanctions" by Thursday morning, without giving further details.

Louvre director admits 'insufficient' camera coverage after heist

Senators on Wednesday grilled des Cars, who spoke publicly for the first time since the seven-minute theft on Sunday morning of jewels worth some 88 million euros ($102 million).

US says two dead in strike on alleged drug-smuggling boat in Pacific

The strike -- which Hegseth announced in a post on X that featured a video of a boat being engulfed in flames -- brings the total number to at least eight, leaving at least 34 people dead.

Vanished treasures: Why stolen Louvre jewels worth $102 million may never be seen again

In what police have called one of the most audacious art crimes in decades, four thieves made off with eight priceless pieces from the museum’s Apollo Gallery in a heist lasting barely four minutes.

Israel's parliament gives initial nod to occupied West Bank annexation

Members of Netanyahu's coalition have been calling for years for Israel to formally annex parts of the West Bank, territory to which Israel cites biblical and historical ties.

Trump tells US ranchers to ‘get their prices down,’ says tariffs made them successful

He pointed to the 50 per cent tariff he imposed in early August on beef imports from Brazil, one of the largest suppliers of beef to the U.S.

Trump says GM and Ford thanked him for tariffs, soaring stocks; calls it a ‘national security matter’

Trump says GM and Ford CEOs thanked him for truck tariffs, calling the move a ‘national security matter’ that boosts the US economy.

As Belgian court dismisses fair trial concerns of Mehul Choksi, Mumbai's Arthur Jail gears up for his extradition | See pics

The court said the documents filed by Choksi were insufficient to make it “concretely plausible” that he faced a “real, present and serious risk of being subjected to flagrant denial of justice, torture or inhuman and degrading treatment.”

Russian missile and drone barrage kills six in Ukraine, triggers nationwide blackouts

Ukrainian officials said Moscow’s latest assault appeared to be part of a systematic campaign to cripple the country’s energy infrastructure ahead of winter.

US considering curbs on exports to China made with US software, sources say

On October 10, Trump said in a social media post that he would impose additional tariffs of 100% on China's U.S.-bound shipments, along with new export controls on "any and all critical software" by November 1 without further details.

Argentina's foreign minister resigns days before midterm vote

The announcement comes days before a key legislative election on Sunday, in which Milei's libertarian party is hoping to grow its minority presence to safeguard his strategy of steep funding cuts and austerity to improve Argentina's economy.

ICJ orders Israel to allow UNRWA humanitarian aid in Gaza amid ongoing conflict

The International Court of Justice ruled that Israel must permit the U.N. aid agency UNRWA to provide humanitarian assistance in Gaza, emphasizing the obligation to meet the basic needs of the population.

Dublin protests turn violent after alleged assault of 10-year-old by migrant; police helicopter targeted | Watch 

Violent protests erupted in Dublin after the alleged sexual assault of a 10-year-old girl by a 26-year-old asylum seeker, leading to clashes with police outside a hotel housing migrants.

Putin oversees nuclear drills as planned summit with Trump on Ukraine put on hold

Russian President Vladimir Putin supervised large-scale nuclear force exercises on Wednesday, hours after U.S. President Donald Trump postponed their planned summit on Ukraine, citing the need to avoid a “waste of time.”

Musk vs NASA feud: SpaceX CEO accuses acting chief Sean Duffy of ‘trying to kill NASA’

Elon Musk lashed out at NASA’s acting chief Sean Duffy, accusing him of “trying to kill NASA” amid a growing feud over the Artemis Moon program and the agency’s decision to invite rival companies like Blue Origin to compete with SpaceX.

Imran Khan slams Army chief Munir for turning Pakistan into 'hard state' through force

The former Pakistan PM said that the atrocities being committed under the so-called Asim Law are not strengthening the state; rather, they are weakening its very foundations.

Afghanistan calls out Pakistan’s ‘classified’ claim on ceasefire, says no secret terms beyond public disclosure

This comes after Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif had claimed earlier that the details of the ceasefire were “classified,” a statement now contradicted by Kabul’s public disclosure.

'Hogwash': Netanyahu rejects claims Israel is a US client state, calls it 'partnership'

Netanyahu dismissed claims that Israel is a U.S. client state as “hogwash,” while Vice President JD Vance emphasized the relationship as a partnership of equals with regional allies taking a leading role.

Bangladesh's special tribunal sends 15 serving army officers to jail in killings cases during Sheikh Hasina's regime

The Bangladesh army took into custody the 15 officers on October 11 after the special tribunal ordered their arrest to stand trial for alleged crimes against humanity.

'Terrorist act': Shooting and tent fire outside Serbia’s parliament, one man detained | Video

A 57-year-old man was shot and a tent belonging to President Vučić’s supporters set ablaze outside Belgrade’s parliament, with one suspect detained as authorities investigate.

'A good compromise': Zelenskyy on Trump’s call to hold current Russia-Ukraine frontlines

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy called Trump’s proposal to hold positions at current frontlines “a good compromise,” while Moscow and Budapest insist preparations for a Trump–Putin summit are still underway.

'We were praying': Riders stranded 100 ft in the air after ride malfunctions at North Carolina state fair | Watch

A low-voltage fault halted the Vertigo ride mid-air at the North Carolina State Fair, leaving passengers suspended before crews safely evacuated everyone.

Pakistani grooming gang preyed on vulnerable girls and ‘passed them around for sex’ in UK, court told

The case, currently before Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court, involves members of a Pakistani grooming gang, highlighting a pattern of exploitation that has long troubled parts of Greater Manchester.

Russia, Hungary say preparations for Trump–Putin meeting in Budapest still ongoing

Moscow and Budapest said preparations for a Trump–Putin summit in Hungary are continuing, despite the U.S. president’s announcement that the meeting had been put on hold.

Donald Trump mispronounces Indian names at White House Diwali celebrations; says Sergio Gor 'nice and easy' name

Trump struggled while pronouncing the names of several Indian-American leaders, drawing light-hearted reaction from those present

'Verification still a novel concept': Imperial College London puts Pakistan’s imaginary Lahore campus dream to rest

Days after the provincial government claimed that one of the world’s top universities was heading to Pakistan, Imperial College politely but firmly denied ever making such plans.