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A U.S. military operation over the weekend that seized the leader of Venezuela has rekindled concerns that Greenland might face a similar scenario. Greenland has repeatedly said it does not want to be part of the United States.

G7 finance ministers to meet in Washington to discuss rare earths: Report

G7 countries, except Japan, are heavily or exclusively reliant on China for a range of materials from rare earth magnets to battery metals. In June last year, the G7 agreed on an action plan to secure their supply chains and boost their economies.

‘Not that happy with me’: Trump says tariffs strained ties with Modi

US President Donald Trump said Prime Minister Narendra Modi is unhappy over steep US tariffs linked to India’s Russian oil purchases, claiming New Delhi has since sharply reduced imports and moved ahead on Apache helicopter orders.

Donald Trump asks Republicans to ensure victory in 2026 midterm elections, says 'else I'll get impeached'

Trump's agenda is on the line in November's elections, when all the seats in the House of Representatives and a third of the Senate's seats will be contested.

'Calling the shots' or not governing? Trump and Rubio send mixed signals on Venezuela’s future

Rubio said the U.S. would rely on existing sanctions on Venezuela’s oil sector and criminal gangs to wield leverage with Maduro’s successors.

China slaps export controls on Japan military for Taiwan remarks

All dual-use items are banned from being exported to Japan for military use effective immediately, China’s Ministry of Commerce said

Pakistan warns Afghanistan is becoming a 'terror hub,' alleges Taliban backing of al Qaeda, IS and TTP

“These terrorists are neither Pakistanis nor Afghan citizens and belong to other nationalities,” Chaudhry said, adding that the reemergence of international militant groups could pose security risks beyond neighboring Afghanistan’s borders.

‘We will not stop defending them': Europe rallies behind Denmark after Trump revives Greenland remarks

European leaders have rallied behind Denmark after Donald Trump revived remarks about taking Greenland, stressing sovereignty, NATO unity and collective Arctic security amid rising geopolitical tensions and growing concern over US actions.

Universal partners with Nvidia on AI music creation, discovery

The collaboration between the world’s largest record label and the leading AI chipmaker is the first of its kind, Universal said.

Pakistan concedes ‘political-criminal-terror nexus’ amid deadliest year in a decade

Pakistan’s military has acknowledged a “political-criminal-terror nexus” as new reports show 2025 was the deadliest year in a decade, with surging attacks, fatalities and worsening security across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan.

India locking in control over Chenab waters, fast-tracks four hydropower projects: Why Pakistan is running out of room

Following a recent two-day visit by Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, the Centre has issued clear instructions to speed up a cluster of hydropower projects on the Chenab river system.

Why was Nikitha Godishala murdered? Columbia Police share crucial details; deceased's father says, "Arjun Sharma was her.."

Nikitha Godishala murder: Howard County police identified 26-year-old Arjun Sharma as the prime suspect, wanted on first- and second-degree murder charges.

Too little, too late? Iran’s $7 monthly payout for 8 crore citizens and why it may not end protests

Iran has been gripped by protests since December 28, initially led by merchants who shut down markets in Tehran to protest the sharp fall of the rial against the US dollar.

'Recycled propaganda': Indian intelligence dismisses Pakistan’s India-Taliban nexus claims

Pakistan’s military, facing Chinese pressure over CPEC delays and security lapses, accuses India and the Afghan Taliban of fomenting militancy. Indian intelligence calls the claims “recycled disinformation” and propaganda.

After Greenland, Canada next? Putin envoy flags Trump’s ‘annexation’ push

Putin aide Kirill Dmitriev suggests Canada could be next after Greenland as Trump questions Danish sovereignty, fuelling NATO tensions and prompting European leaders to reaffirm support for Greenland’s self-rule.

Satellite images show new Chinese military structures near Pangong Lake: How it challenges India’s border posture

The proximity of the new construction to the water body suggests that the People’s Liberation Army could soon station more troops and logistics assets closer to the existing buffer zone.

Fed’s Miran says more than full point of cuts needed in 2026

Fed officials cut interest rates last month for a third consecutive time, but signaled additional near-term reductions aren’t guaranteed.

Hadi murder case: Bangladesh police file chargesheet against 17, term it ‘political vengeance'

Bangladesh police say student leader Sharif Osman Hadi was murdered out of “political vengeance” linked to the Awami League, filing charges against 17 people amid protests demanding justice.

‘Venezuela must not descend into chaos’: Erdogan pushes back on US action in call with Trump

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan warned US President Donald Trump against destabilising Venezuela after Nicolas Maduro’s ouster, stressing respect for sovereignty, law, and cautioning force would fuel chaos and conflict.

Can OnlyFans creators get US ‘Genius Visa’? How O-1 Visa is opening up to online creators

High follower counts, viral reach, and steady online income are increasingly being accepted as evidence of commercial success. In the past, this success was measured through box office sales, record deals, or gallery exhibitions.

Merz says parts of German economy in ‘very critical’ state

Germany’s key car sector has struggled with slumping sales in China, and its troubles have spilled into the rest of the economy.

UK is considering new 'Islamophobia' definition: Why Hindu and Sikh groups are raising red flags | Explained

The concerns surfaced after the BBC reported last month that the government’s Working Group on Anti-Muslim Hatred, set up in February last year, had submitted a draft that avoids using the term “Islamophobia.”

'Come get me, I'm waiting for you': Colombian President throws down challenge to Trump the same way Maduro did

The exchange followed remarks by Trump after the US operation in Venezuela, in which he accused Colombia’s leadership of links to drug trafficking.

Lucky guess or inside tip? How a mystery trader bet Rs 29 lakh on Maduro’s fall and made Rs 4 crore overnight

In the hours leading up to US President Donald Trump publicly confirming that Maduro had been taken into custody, unusual trading activity appeared on Polymarket, an online platform where users wager on real-world outcomes.

Why Trump believes Greenland is key to US Arctic strategy

Greenland’s Arctic location and mineral wealth make it a strategic prize for global powers. The U.S., Denmark, and China are all vying for influence amid rising security and trade stakes.

Elon Musk shares viral Diddy-Maduro meme after Venezuelan president’s capture

Elon Musk jumped into the online chatter by sharing a meme that quickly started doing the rounds. It was his way of reacting to the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, and it showed how fast serious world events can turn into internet humour. Jokes, edits and sarcastic posts began spreading almost as quickly as the news itself.

'Hell yes, let’s go full trippy mode': US teen asked ChatGPT about drugs for months, then he died. What went wrong?

According to a report by SFGate, 18-year-old Sam Nelson from California had been asking the OpenAI-developed chatbot questions about drugs for months before his death.

Grok in trouble: Musk-linked influencer says AI turned her childhood photos into fake images

A personal feud involving Elon Musk stepped into the spotlight this week after a woman claiming to share a child with the billionaire accused his AI chatbot of generating inappropriate images from her own childhood. The controversy has reignited a wider debate about deepfake technology, online consent and the limits of artificial intelligence.

Who was the 52-year-old Indian man attacked by transwomen in Thailand over 'service' payment dispute

A holiday in Thailand ended badly for an Indian tourist after a violent clash in Pattaya left him injured and in hospital. The incident, which was caught on video and widely shared online, has sparked fresh concern about tourist safety in the busy resort city.

Baby found alone at Disney World as park reports sixth death in recent years

A disturbing incident at Walt Disney World in Florida has drawn fresh scrutiny to safety at the world’s most visited theme park. A baby was found unattended in the Magic Kingdom, and authorities confirmed this comes amid a troubling pattern of fatalities on Disney properties in the United States.

'It is over': Pakistani op-ed on Gen Z discontent taken down, triggers backlash as screenshots circulate online

The piece was a scathing indictment of Pakistan’s civil-military order, even without naming it. It reflected a country facing collapsing credibility, shrinking opportunity, and an economy that no longer offers hope to its youth.

Say goodbye to prime time junk food ads: UK tightens rules for children

The United Kingdom is introducing new rules to stop junk food advertisements from appearing on TV before 9 pm and across major online platforms. The effort is aimed at protecting children from constant marketing of unhealthy foods and reducing the nation’s stubbornly high levels of obesity.

From ocean to outrageous: Sushi chain pays ₹29 crore for a single tuna in Tokyo

A giant bluefin tuna from Oma sold for a record ¥510 million at Tokyo’s Toyosu New Year auction, with Sushi Zanmai owner Kiyoshi Kimura placing the winning bid.

11 Hindus killed in 35 days: Understanding the disturbing pattern Bangladesh claims does not exist

Despite repeated assurances, the Yunus-led administration has continued to describe the killings of Hindus as “not communal,” “exaggerated claims,” or rare “exceptions.” The numbers, however, suggest otherwise.

'Pay Jizya or your wife will be taken': Friend alleges extortion before Hindu man’s killing in Bangladesh

Local media noted that Mani had posted on Facebook on December 19, expressing anguish over the situation in the country, describing his birthplace as having turned into a “valley of death.”

Ancient Greenland rocks reveal how quickly seas could rise again

Bedrock drilled from beneath Greenland’s ice shows a vast dome melted within the last 10,000 years, suggesting today’s warming could trigger far more sea-level rise than many models predict.

Which childhood vaccines are no longer routinely recommended in the US and why it matters

The Trump administration has narrowed US federal guidance on several paediatric vaccines, arguing for parental choice and international alignment, while doctors warn the shift could leave more children vulnerable to preventable disease.

Trump’s former critic Pete Hegseth now defends his military authority

Comments Hegseth made in 2016 about a president’s limits as commander in chief are colliding with his current role defending the legality of Trump-era military actions.

Nepal extends curfew in Birgunj after communal unrest over viral TikTok video

The curfew and prohibitory measures have been rolled out after the unrest that erupted on Sunday after a TikTok video allegedly containing religiously provocative content went viral.

Pakistan lobbied Washington to 'somehow stop' India’s Operation Sindoor, held over 60 interactions with US officials, filings reveal

FARA disclosures show Pakistani officials sought over 60 high-level US engagements to press Washington to intervene and rein in India’s military response after the Pahalgam terror attack.

Indonesian model breaks silence on abusive marriage to Malaysian prince at 16: 'I did not have a real choice'

She called the traumatic marriage to the prince - "coercive, non-consensual, and illegal".

First since 1971: Bangladesh Air Chief visits Pakistan, JF-17 talks likely. Why Dhaka’s pivot worries India

For Pakistan, the objective is transparent. Having lost diplomatic ground across South Asia, Rawalpindi is attempting to claw back relevance by re-embedding itself in Bangladesh’s defence ecosystem.

Why Trump’s Venezuela strike could hand Russia and China a dangerous precedent

By seizing Venezuela’s leader and asserting US dominance in the Western Hemisphere, Washington may have weakened its own arguments against aggression elsewhere, analysts warn.

Can the US actually prove Nicolás Maduro ran a narco state?

Prosecutors allege Venezuela’s former leader ran a state-backed trafficking network for decades, but securing a conviction will depend on proving direct involvement in moving drugs, weapons and money.

McDonald’s rival Jollibee plans US listing for global business

Jollibee said it has hired international and local advisers to work on the spinoff and potential US listing

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado vows to return to Venezuela 'as soon as possible'

The opposition leader says she plans to go back “as soon as possible” and aims to restore Venezuela as an energy hub while dismantling corrupt structures.

Delcy Rodríguez: Venezuela’s new leader is who global oil wanted all along

An oil minister herself, Delcy Rodríguez has long been the go-to contact for senior executives

Hyundai Motor Group plans to deploy humanoid robots at US factory from 2028

Hyundai unveiled the production version of the Atlas humanoid robot, developed by its unit Boston Dynamics, at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas on Monday

India reviews Chenab hydropower projects amid IWT abeyance: Why Pakistan cries foul over power push

Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar inspected the Kiru and Kwar projects in J&K, underscoring India’s focus on clean energy expansion and infrastructure growth on the Chenab despite Pakistan’s objections.

Trump's aide does not rule out military option if US targets Greenland: 'Nobody is going to fight...'

Speaking aboard Air Force One on Sunday hours after Frederiksen’s remarks, Trump doubled down on his claim that Greenland should become part of the United States.