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US stocks rise as AI trade faces Nvidia earnings test

Nasdaq 100 futures advanced 0.5% after Tuesday’s rally in beaten-down software firms, while those for the S&P 500 climbed 0.3%

Warner Bros reopens door to Paramount, putting Netflix deal in doubt

The intense bidding war for the studio behind Batman and Harry Potter has reached a fever pitch, with the board signaling that Netflix may lose its place as the preferred suitor

Manchester United's transformation plan delivers second-quarter profit despite revenue drop

Over the past year, the club has resorted to cutting jobs, staff lunches and other cost-saving measures after six consecutive years of financial losses

ByteDance valued at $550 billion in proposed share sale by General Atlantic: Report

The potential stake divestment will be the first since the Trump administration cleared the sale of the US interests of ByteDance's TikTok unit in January

Swiss govt to pay $56,000 to each victim of Crans-Montana bar fire

The so-called solidarity contribution aims to provide swift financial support to victims and serve as a gesture of compassion, Switzerland's governing Federal Council said

Singapore banks draw $61 billion in new wealth from Asia’s rich

The inflows came amid conflicts in Europe and the Middle East, strained US-China ties and uneven growth in China that have unsettled regional investors.

Why Saudi Arabia has banned poultry and egg imports from India and 39 other countries | Explained

In addition to the full ban, Saudi authorities have imposed partial restrictions on specific regions of 16 other countries. These include parts of the United States, Australia, France, the Philippines, and Canada.

A saffron moment in Tel Aviv: Israeli PM spots ‘colour connect’ between PM Modi and Sara Netanyahu at airport welcome | WATCH

Netanyahu greeted PM Modi with a warm hug, after which the Indian prime minister was accorded a ceremonial welcome at the Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv.

Rift between PTI and Imran Khan’s family out in open: Aleema Khan questions leaders’ absence in ex-PM’s court battles

In a strongly worded statement, Aleema Khan asserted that decisions regarding Imran Khan’s health rest exclusively with his family and doctors, not with the party leadership.

PM Modi receives warm welcome in Israel, Netanyahu greets him with a hug at airport | WATCH

Netanyahu, accompanied by his wife Sara Netanyahu, personally received PM Modi at Ben Gurion Airport, greeting him with a hug that underscored the close personal rapport between the two leaders.

No Namaz, no landline calls: How David Headley used a fake Mumbai office to scout 26/11 targets |

According to the statement of a former employee quoted in the NIA filing, Headley never offered Namaz inside the office premises, despite portraying himself publicly as a practising Muslim.

Trump proposes ‘Dalilah Law’ to change US trucking rules: What it means for Indian-origin drivers | Explained

Trump urged the US Congress to pass what he called the “Dalilah Law,” a measure he said was aimed at protecting American citizens from unsafe commercial driving practices.

Israel’s opposition keen on attending Modi’s Knesset speech: Why Jerusalem sees PM as a partner beyond politics

Across Israel’s political spectrum, Modi commands respect as a leader who transformed India-Israel ties, stood firmly with Israel during moments of crisis, and yet retained India’s principled positions on Palestine and humanitarian concerns in Gaza.

'Did have affairs but ...': Bill Gates admits he was involved with Russian women, apologises to foundation over Epstein links

“It was a huge mistake to spend time with Epstein” and to bring Gates Foundation executives into meetings with him, Gates said.

Israel’s Hexagon of Alliances with India triggers panic in Pakistan: Why a spooked Asim Munir is crying 'Muslim Ummah'

Pakistan perceives India’s growing security cooperation with Israel and other nations as a direct challenge to its own influence in West Asia and as a departure from what Islamabad frames as Muslim unity.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM Sohail Afridi accuses Army Chief of rigging 2024 polls

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has accused Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir of rigging the 2024 general election and orchestrating the imprisonment of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, escalating tensions between PTI and the military.

UK introduces ‘no permission, no travel’ rule: How the ETA system works and who is affected

From 25 February 2026, travelers from 85 countries must obtain a UK Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to enter or transit through the UK, while dual nationals need a British passport or Certificate of Entitlement.

Pakistan judge removed as Islamabad HC voids fake law degree, calls appointment illegal

The bench, on February 23, set aside the appointment of Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri, who had been elevated to the court in December 2020 and had served for nearly five years.

Why voters say Trump is focused on the wrong things

Fresh polling ahead of the State of the Union shows rising frustration over priorities, even among voters who once gave the president the benefit of the doubt.

Trump pledges new retirement savings plan for workers without 401(k)s

The new 401(k)-type plan would be modeled after the low-fee federal Thrift Savings Plan, or TSP, to remedy what Trump termed “the gross disparity” between the roughly 50% of the population who have access to workplace retirement savings plans and those who do not.

China’s vanishing generals and the cost to military readiness

A new study shows how years of quiet removals have hollowed out the PLA’s top ranks and why that matters for Taiwan and beyond.

US imposes 126% tariff on Indian solar imports: How it impacts domestic manufacturers

The US has imposed steep tariffs on solar imports from India, Indonesia, and Laos, citing unfair subsidies that undermine domestic manufacturers.

What the “missing FBI interviews” in the Epstein files actually mean

A CNN review suggests dozens of FBI interview records listed in evidence logs are not visible on the DOJ website, raising questions about what was released, what was withheld, and why.

Mexico’s cartels after El Mencho: Who stands to gain from the power vacuum

The killing of the Jalisco cartel boss has unsettled an already crowded criminal landscape, opening space for rivals, splinter groups and uneasy alliances.

PM Modi Embarks On 2-Day Israel Tour, Knesset Illuminated In Tricolour

Prime Minister Narendra Modi left New Delhi on Wednesday for a two-day visit to Israel, where he will meet Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Isaac Herzog. The visit aims to review and strengthen the India-Israel Strategic Partnership, highlighting progress in areas such as science and technology, innovation, defence, security, agriculture, water management, trade, and people-to-people exchanges. The leaders will also discuss regional and global issues of mutual interest, reaffirming the long-standing cooperation between the two resilient democracies. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu described Modi’s visit as “historic,” noting the growing strategic alignment and calling Modi a “dear friend.” In a symbolic gesture, the Knesset was illuminated in the colors of the Indian flag to mark the occasion. The visit is expected to deepen bilateral ties, realign collaborative efforts, and enhance shared vision for strategic, economic, and cultural cooperation between India and Israel.

Trump Reveals 'Untold Story'; Stopped India-Pakistan Nuclear War? Saved Pak PM's Life!

In his 2026 State of the Union Address, President Donald Trump claimed that during his first 10 months back in office, he ended eight wars worldwide. He said his intervention prevented a catastrophic conflict between India and Pakistan, which could have escalated into a nuclear war. Trump asserted that the Pakistani Prime Minister personally told him that 35 million lives would have been lost without his involvement. He also claimed that his actions directly saved the life of Pakistan’s leader. Trump framed this as a major foreign policy achievement, highlighting his role in global conflict prevention.

The Delilah Law: Why Trump wants to bar undocumented immigrants from commercial driver's licences

The proposed Delilah Law would create a federal prohibition preventing any state from granting commercial driver’s licences to individuals who are in the country unlawfully, states the White House.

Donald Trump breaks Bill Clinton’s record to deliver longest-ever SOTU address but China, Russia find little mention

The address unfolded amid visible partisan tension. Democratic lawmakers interrupted at points with jeers, and Representative Al Green of Texas was escorted out of the chamber.

Green card holders are being stopped more often at US airports

Returning residents are discovering that a valid green card no longer guarantees a quick entry back into the United States.

'Can’t let them have nukes': Trump warns Iran’s missiles threaten Europe and US bases

Trump warns Iran’s missile development threatens Europe and US interests, insisting Tehran must renounce nuclear weapons.

Zero 'illegal aliens' entered US in past 9 months: Trump says America now has 'the most secure border'

The president also criticised the recent judicial decision related to trade policy.

Omnitech Engineering IPO: A hidden backbone of industrial precision?

Omnitech is a precision engineering manufacturer powering energy, automation, and industrial systems

Trump slams top court's tariff ruling, says ‘almost all’ countries want to keep the deal they made: ‘New deal could be far worse’

The US Supreme Court struck down Trump's sweeping tariffs that he pursued under a law meant for use in national emergencies

'Pak PM would’ve died without my involvement': Did Trump make a mistake in latest Op Sindoor claim?

Trump claimed he ended eight wars in 10 months, including averting a nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan, and said he is now working to stop the Russia-Ukraine war.

$18 trillion investment, record market highs, low inflation: Fact-checking Donald Trump's SOTU 2026

As of the evening of the speech, the White House's own website listed ‘major investment announcements’ totaling $9.7 trillion for his current term

Trump accuses Biden era of creating 'worst inflation', says America now 'hottest country'

Trump says he returned to the White House after inheriting a difficult situation, but claimed the country has since undergone a major 'transformation'.

Will Trump deliver longest SOTU ever? A look at past records from Nixon’s shortest to Clinton’s marathon

Historically, one of the lengthiest modern State of the Union speeches was delivered by Bill Clinton in 2000, lasting nearly an hour and a half

‘Countries that ripped us are now paying tariffs’: Trump calls Supreme Court setback ‘unfortunate’ in SOTU

In his State of the Union address, US President Donald Trump defended his tariff policy despite a Supreme Court setback, vowed the measures would remain in place to boost national security and ease costs, and promised Americans would soon pay the lowest prescription drug prices in the world.

‘Black people aren’t apes’: Democrat protests at Trump address over Obama video controversy

During his first second-term State of the Union, US President Donald Trump faced Democratic protests, including a sign reading “BLACK PEOPLE AREN’T APES!” following backlash over a deleted video about Barack Obama, even as he declared the union “strong” and said “we are winning.”

Trump says US has secured over 80 million barrels of oil from 'new friend' Venezuela

Stating that the US will “never go back” to where it was a “short while ago”, Trump noted that the border is now secure, spirits are restored, incomes are rising fast and the economy is “roaring like never before”

Prediction markets go all in as Trump's State of the Union sparks millions in online betting frenzy

Among the most commonly wagered outcomes are bets on repeated references to national terms like "America" or "American," and projected mentions of high-profile subjects such as former President Joe Biden

Trump declares ‘America is back’ in first State of the Union of second term, greets Supreme Court justices

In his first State of the Union of his second term, US President Donald Trump hailed a “roaring” economy and secure border, vowed lower interest rates, and briefly greeted Supreme Court justices days after a ruling struck down his signature tariffs.

'Iran is building missiles that could reach us,' says Trump: SOTU Highlights

This is first State of Union address by President term in his second term

Turkish Air Force F-16 crashes during mission in Balıkesir, pilot killed | Video

A Turkish Air Force F-16 jet went down shortly after takeoff from the 9th Main Jet Base in Balıkesir, killing the pilot and prompting a formal investigation into the cause of the crash.

PM Modi Israel visit live: India stands with Israel in this moment and beyond, reiterates PM Modi in Knesset

PM Modi Israel visit live: The visit, scheduled for February 25-26, comes at the invitation of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

US warns Anthropic to allow unrestricted use of AI by military

The ultimatum marks an escalation in a growing dispute between the Defense Department and the AI startup over the company’s insistence on guardrails for use of its Claude AI tool that the military sees as unnecessary.

US imposes 126% countervailing duties on Indian solar imports, raises subsidy concerns

The US has announced countervailing duties on solar cells and panels from India, Indonesia and Laos, citing concerns that government subsidies are undermining domestic manufacturers.

US Secy of State Rubio briefs lawmakers, 'gang of eight' as Iran tensions escalate amid military build-up

President Donald Trump has taken a firm position, warning that Iran must either agree to US conditions or face escalation.