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Pakistan’s political parties closed ranks behind the military, accusing PTI of promoting an anti-state narrative after sharp ISPR remarks on Imran Khan, as PTI rejected the claims and defended its leader.

Chart of the Day | After a remarkable 2025 rally, can gold’s momentum continue?

Gold shattered 50 all-time highs and surged over 60% in 2025—now analysts are asking whether the rally can extend into 2026, with forecasts ranging from cautious optimism to predictions of $5,000 per ounce

Firms laying off Americans while hiring H-1B workers: US Senator sounds alarm

US Senator Ruben Gallego has accused major tech firms of abusing the H-1B visa system, warning that companies are laying off American workers while continuing to import foreign employees, and demanding audits under an enforcement drive known as Project Firewall.

Erika Kirk’s net worth soars as she takes over Turning Point USA after Charlie Kirk’s death

After Charlie Kirk’s assassination in 2025, his widow Erika Kirk stepped abruptly into the top job at Turning Point USA, taking on both the CEO role and the chairmanship. In the weeks that followed, she drew almost $10 million in fresh donations as conservative donors rallied around her.

Trump administration to deny US visas to fact-checkers and content moderators

The Trump administration in the US is moving to bar visas for foreign fact-checkers and content-moderation workers, a sharp shift that targets roles long considered essential for online safety. A leaked US State Department memo shows embassies will now screen applicants for any past involvement in “censorship.”

Gold jewellery a poor investment, financial gold shines brighter: Kotak

Kotak says making charges and stone costs erode wealth, urging investors to shift to ETFs and bullion.

Old Putin video on unpaid workers goes viral as IndiGo faces passenger fury

A 2009 clip of Vladimir Putin publicly berating billionaire Oleg Deripaska over unpaid workers is circulating again, shared by Indian users who say IndiGo’s bosses deserve similar treatment after days of mass flight cancellations, exhausted crews, and stranded passengers nationwide.

Columbia CEO’s $3-bn flat-Earth challenge goes viral: What the ‘edge of the earth’ stunt really means

Columbia Sportswear chief Tim Boyle has launched a cheeky 'Expedition Impossible' campaign, daring flat-Earth believers to locate and photograph the planet’s supposed edge in return for control of a business he values at billion dollars, sparking fascination and controversy online.

Trump set to unveil $12 billion aid for farmers hit by trade war

The Trump administration plans a $12 billion farm aid package, including $11 billion in direct payments, to offset tariff-driven losses as crop prices slump and political pressure mounts from farmers.

Air ambulance to fly Bangladesh’s former PM Khaleda Zia to London for medical treatment on Tuesday

An air ambulance arranged by Qatar is set to fly Bangladesh’s former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia to London on Tuesday for critical medical treatment, following delays due to her fragile health.

JD Vance’s migration statement sparks social media outcry: ‘Send Usha back to India’

JD Vance ignited controversy by calling “mass migration… theft of the American Dream,” drawing criticism for his Indian-American wife. His comments revive debates on immigration, race, and the Trump administration’s policies.

Thailand-Cambodia border clash sparks air strikes, thousands evacuated

Thailand launched air strikes on Cambodia after renewed border fighting killed a Thai soldier, with both sides blaming each other. Thousands of villagers were evacuated amid escalating tensions over disputed temples.

Australia’s under-16 social media ban: How it will work and why it is proving controversial

Australia will ban under-16s from major social media platforms from December 10, aiming to protect mental health, though teens and experts warn of isolation risks, while rollout is expected to be largely smooth.

Deadly Thai-Cambodian border clash leaves soldier dead amid blame exchange

A Thai soldier was killed and four wounded in fresh clashes with Cambodian troops along the border. Both sides blamed each other, with Thailand citing Cambodian fire and Cambodia denying retaliation.

Tearful Lando Norris takes F1 title as Max Verstappen wins Abu Dhabi race

McLaren, who secured the constructors' championship in October for the second year in a row, won both titles in the same season for the first time since 1998

Donald Trump Jr warns America could step back from Ukraine process

Donald Trump Jr says US President Donald Trump may abandon Ukraine peace efforts, arguing the war is not a priority for Americans and criticising Western portrayals of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

'I’m a little bit disappointed': Trump says Zelenskyy ‘isn’t ready’ to back US peace plan for Ukraine war

President Donald Trump says Volodymyr Zelenskyy is delaying a US-backed peace plan to end the Ukraine war, as Moscow signals interest and Russian attacks continue across Ukraine.

Trump warns Netflix-Warner deal may pose antitrust ‘problem’

Netflix has “a very big market share, and when they have Warner Brothers, you know, that share goes up a lot,” the president said, adding that he will be personally involved in the decision-making process.

India’s Gold ETF inflows slow to $379 million in November, down 55% MoM

India's Gold ETFs attracted net inflows of $379 million in November, a sharp 55 percent drop from the previous month.

Moscow praises Trump’s national security strategy, calls it 'closely aligned' with its goals

The Kremlin has warmly endorsed Donald Trump’s new national security strategy, saying it reflects Russia’s own approach to global power and security.

Macron threatens tariffs if China doesn’t shrink EU trade gap

French President Emmanuel Macron warned China that the EU could introduce U.S-style tariffs if Beijing fails to curb its growing trade surplus with Europe.

After $102 million heist, a burst pipe soaks hundreds of rare books at the Paris Louvre Museum

A water leak damaged up to 400 rare books at the Louvre’s Egyptian antiquities library weeks after a Rs 847 crore jewel heist exposed major security lapses.

Chernobyl’s radiation shield no longer fully functional after strike: IAEA warns

The IAEA says the structure built to contain radiation at Chernobyl has lost major safety functions after a drone strike earlier this year.

Benjamin Netanyahu says he will not quit politics if he receives a pardon

Pardons in Israel have typically been granted only after legal proceedings have concluded and the accused has been convicted. There is no precedent for issuing a pardon mid-trial.

Hyderabad to name road near US Consulate as ‘Donald Trump avenue’

Hyderabad’s Telangana government will name a prominent road Donald Trump Avenue, honoring the US president, as part of a citywide plan celebrating global leaders and innovators.

China's online censorship faces growing public pushback

The Cyberspace Administration of China also summoned executives from major platforms such as Sina Weibo, Douyin, and Kuaishou, imposing fines and demanding tighter monitoring of trending topics to ensure what it called a "clean and bright cyberspace."

India looks to host Zelenskyy in early 2026 after Putin’s New Delhi visit: Report

India may soon welcome Zelenskyy as it positions itself as a supporter of peace and dialogue in the Ukraine crisis.

Netanyahu says second phase of Trump’s Gaza plan ‘close’ as leaders set meeting

Netanyahu said he will meet US President Donald Trump later this month to push forward the second phase of Washington’s Gaza peace plan aimed at ending Hamas rule.

Japan accuses Chinese jets of ‘dangerous’ radar targeting near Okinawa

Japan says Chinese fighter jets aimed radar at its aircraft in a “dangerous” encounter near Okinawa, a claim China strongly disputes.

Gunfire, a live TV takeover, a failed coup attempt: What happened in Benin and why is it the talk of the town?

Benin’s government says a group of mutinous soldiers briefly seized state TV before security forces regained control and ensured President Talon’s safety.

Trump administration to charge $5,000 for migrants caught entering illegally: Here’s what the new law means

The Trump administration has introduced a $5,000 apprehension fee, along with daily fines of up to $1,000, for undocumented immigrants aged 14 and above, applying nationwide regardless of location.Trump administration rolls out $5,000 penalty for all illegal entrants

Greece launches major search after migrant boat capsizes, killing at least 18

At least 18 migrants died and more remain missing after an inflatable boat capsized south of Crete, prompting a large Greek and Frontex-led rescue operation.

How a new US immigration bill could secure the future of 1 lakh Indian children facing ‘age-out’ risk | Explained 

A bipartisan bill in the US Senate proposes a clear pathway to permanent residency for young immigrants, including thousands of Indian children at risk of losing status when they turn 21.

Indian-origin Uber driver jailed for seven years in New Zealand for raping teenage passenger

Satwinder Singh, 37, was sentenced in Hamilton District Court to seven years and two months for the February 2023 rape and indecent assault of a teenage passenger during a diverted late-night ride.

China bets on snow: Blizzards spark tourism push and school breaks

China’s first snowfall blanketed cities in white as blizzards spread across regions, while a new “snow vacation” policy gave students winter breaks and boosted tourism bookings in northern provinces.

Netflix’s $83 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery signals a Hollywood power shift

A mega-deal that could reshape streaming, theatrical distribution and the balance of influence across the entertainment industry.

Why Germany is debating a ban on the far-right AfD party, and what its constitution allows

Can Germany legally ban the AfD? Inside a high-stakes fight over extremism, democracy and lessons from Nazism.

Why Trump’s tariffs may have reached their ‘high-water mark’, and what companies are asking for now

A growing wave of exemption requests is testing the limits of the administration’s trade strategy.

Battlefield momentum shifts as Trump team pushes Ukraine peace plan

Russia’s slow advance and Ukraine’s stretched forces are beginning to shape the tone and timing of negotiations.

Washington’s muted stance leaves Japan uneasy amid escalating China tensions

A diplomatic rift grows as Tokyo publicly seeks stronger US backing over its Taiwan-related remarks.

Deadly car bomb hits police station in Michoacan amid rising cartel violence

An explosion outside a Coahuayana police station killed three and injured six. Community police and local residents were targeted as Mexico increases federal troop deployments amid escalating cartel attacks.

Why top Microsoft investor voted against CEO Satya Nadella

Norway’s $2 trillion sovereign wealth fund voted against Satya Nadella’s role as Microsoft chair and his pay package, but shareholders overwhelmingly approved his $96.5 million compensation.

Earthquake of magnitude 4.1 strikes Nepal

In a post on X, NCS noted that the earthquake occurred at 8:13 AM at a depth of 5 kilometres

China locks radar on Japanese jets near Okinawa; Tokyo lodges strong protest

Japan lodged a protest with China after a Chinese J-15 fighter jet locked its radar on Japanese F-15s near Okinawa. No airspace breach or damage occurred, but tensions between the nations rise.

SpaceX to offer insider shares at record-setting $800 billion valuation

SpaceX is also exploring a possible initial public offering as soon as late next year

Quad condemns Red Fort attack, pledges stronger counter-terrorism cooperation

The third Quad Counter Terrorism Working Group meeting in New Delhi saw India, Japan, Australia, and the US condemn terrorism, including the Red Fort attack, and strengthen counterterrorism cooperation for 2026.

IT staffing firm under fire for excluding US workers, hiring only H-1B visa holders

LanceSoft, an IT staffing firm, faced backlash after a job posting restricted applications to H-1B visa holders, excluding US citizens and green card holders, raising discrimination concerns, reported Washington Free Beacon.

Apple rocked by executive departures, with chip chief at risk of leaving next

In just the past week, Apple’s heads of artificial intelligence and interface design stepped down.

Hegseth defends Trump’s authority to strike drug cartel boats, compares campaign to war on terror

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth defended deadly strikes on suspected drug cartel boats, asserting President Donald Trump’s authority to act militarily, dismissing legal concerns and likening the campaign to the war on terror.

Jerome Powell on track for Fed rate cut despite some dissent

The Fed delivered a second straight reduction in October driven by the summer’s sudden deterioration in the US labor market