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Indian-Origin US Citizen Claims He Was Detained At US Border After Greenland Holiday
Neal Bakshi, the son of Indian immigrants, was born and raised in the US and is an American citizen.
Thieves Steal Artworks Worth $10 Million From France's Renoir Museum
Renoir Museum's collection includes objects and furniture that belonged to Renoir, including his easel and wheelchair, as well as portraits, landscapes, and nudes painted by the artist.
UAE Warned Netanyahu Of Hamas Plans Days Before October 2023 Attack: Report
During a 45-minute call, the Emirati ruler reportedly asked Netanyahu to take the threat seriously, expressing concern that any such attack could not only lead to bloodshed but also destabilise the entire region and undermine the Abraham Accords.
73 Injured In Houthi Attack On Saudi Arabia's Airports, Aramco Oil Sites
The Iran-backed rebels said they hit Abha International Airport, King Khalid air base and facilities belonging to state-owned oil giant Aramco in Abha and Jizan, near their shared border.
'World's Factory' Doesn't Need Workers Anymore? Inside China's Job Crisis
Once considered the world's factory, China built its economy on manufacturing and exporting. Today, work is being automated, leaving workers jobless.
OpenAI Scientist Warns Of Risks As AI Systems Become More Powerful
OpenAI Chief Scientist Jakub Pachocki said AI systems are becoming capable of doing tasks that were once considered highly difficult for machines.
Worker Dragged Into Water, Killed By Crocodile At Papua New Guinea Wildlife Park
A worker has died after being attacked by a crocodile inside a fenced enclosure at Adventure Park in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea on Saturday.
Eiffel Tower Shuts After Women Staff "Sidelined" For Hindu Group's Visit
The Hindu group, which consecrated its first major temple in France on Sunday, near Paris, issued a statement after the protest, saying it respects the concerns raised and takes them seriously.
US Warns EB-1 Green Cards May Run Out For Indians Before September Ends
The pressure on Indian employment-based applicants stems in large part from the combination of heavy demand and statutory limits on the number of employment-based immigrant visas available each year.
In Nepal, A 12-Year-Old Boy Is Waiting For Parents Who Will Never Come Home
The disaster, triggered when a mass of glacial ice and rock broke away near the Nepal-Tibet border and surged down the river valley, has killed more than 1,300 people in Nepal alone, with thousands still missing and entire settlements wiped off the map.
"Era Is Over": Trump Threatens To Ban Canadian Plane Maker Bombardier Sales In US
President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to block US sales of Canadian plane manufacturer Bombardier, complaining of "unjust and unfair" bilateral trade provisions as he escalates a tariff war between the countries.
Netanyahu Puts Political Survival Above Israel's Security, Says Top Rival
A relative newcomer to politics, Gadi Eisenkot's party Yashar (Hebrew for "Upright"), founded a year ago, has surged in the polls in recent months, with many voters seeing him as a viable candidate to replace Netanyahu
Prince Harry, Meghan To Be Treated As Private Citizens In UK: King Charles
Last month Harry, 41, and Meghan, 45, returned to live in the UK with their two young children Archie, seven, and Lilibet, five.
70-Year-Old Woman Avoids Jail Time In Shocking Case Involving Teen And Exotic Animal Swap
The situation came to light after authorities received reports that a 17-year-old foster child under the woman's care had suddenly vanished.
Iran Doubles Gasoline Price For Heavy Users Amid Economic Strain
Without specifically mentioning the war with the United States, the Iran government's announcement cited the "current situation," adding that the extra money from the price increase will be given to households.
Oxford Museum To Return 39 Colonial-Era Human Remains To Naga People
The museum, which holds the world's largest collection of Naga artefacts, confirmed it was preparing the repatriation after the university approved a restitution request by the Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR).
Russia Resumes Strikes On Ukraine After 3-Day Halt
Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the three-day halt in Moscow's strikes on Kyiv as US President Donald Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner visited the Russian and Ukrainian at the weekend.
"Ties With India Long-standing, Historic": Iran Ahead Of Pezeshkian Visit
Looking ahead to President Pezeshkian's agenda for the BRICS Summit scheduled in New Delhi on September 12-13, Baghaei expressed confidence that multilateral diplomacy will further accelerate bilateral progress.
Jakarta Airport And Others Reopen After Volcanic Ash Crisis
Eight airports halted operations over the weekend after ash was detected in their airspace, disrupting nearly 3,000 flights and leaving more than 340,000 passengers stranded, the Transport Ministry reported on Monday.
UN Human Rights Experts Ask Pakistan To End Violence On Ahmadiyya Community
In a statement from Geneva, the experts also called on Pakistani authorities to ensure the protection of the community and uphold the country's international human rights obligations.
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How South Korea finds itself trapped in the US-Iran war
Washington is pressuring a reluctant Seoul to support its naval blockade of Iran; Tehran is threatening consequences.
Kenya offers amnesty for migrants after Burundians rush to leave
Government spokesman urges undocumented nationals from other East African countries to formally register at embassies.
UK to announce trade ban on goods from illegal Israeli settlements
UK to announce trade ban on goods from illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank.
Houthi attacks on southern Saudi Arabia reportedly injure dozens
Saudi Arabia says a wave of Houthi attacks on the country’s south have injured 73 people, including women and children.
As fuel prices rise again, Iran’s government urges citizens to cut back
New fuel pricing targets consumption above 110 litres monthly, doubling costs to 100,000 riyals per litre.
Indonesia airports reopen after volcanic ash disrupts thousands of flights
Five airports reopen after authorities cleared volcanic ash from critical infrastructure.
Yemen fighting live: Battles rage between Houthi and Saudi-backed forces
Forces loyal to Yemen’s internationally recognised government pledge to seize the capital Sanaa as battles rage.
Real’s Mbappe embraces Ballon d’Or talk after historic World Cup goals
Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe enters Champions League season hoping for Ballon d'Or after record World Cup goal haul.
Eiffel Tower reopens after protest over removing women staff
A Hindu religious delegation had requested that 'interactions with women' be limited during its visit.
US Open: Zheng in 5-0 comeback; Gauff, Rybakina, Zverev also in quarters
Zheng Qinwen beats Iga Swiatek; Coco Gauff, Elena Rybakina also reach quarterfinals. Alexander Zverev through in men's.
Palestine weekly: Israeli ministers push for depopulation of Gaza
Ethnic cleansing plans move from slogans to policy proposals, amid West Bank demolitions and mounting deaths in Gaza.
Forest fires force evacuations near resorts in Antalya
Massive forest fires have broken out in Turkiye’s popular tourist province of Antalya.
Mladic’s funeral: Were no lessons learned?
Thirty years of international justice has taught political leaders little.
Polls suggest tight presidential race as Brazil marks Independence Day
Brazil has marked Independence Day with the two main candidates for October’s presidential election holding events.
Saudi Arabia says 73 wounded as Houthis attack civilian and energy sites
Spokesperson for Saudi-led coalition says Houthis have hit civilian sites in Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jizan and Najran.
‘House moved like jelly’ says resident near Bolivia barracks blast
Reports are emerging from the powerful explosion at a military barracks in Bolivia that killed at least nine people.
Real Madrid vs Inter: Champions League – preview, team news, prediction
Mourinho kicks off the record 15-time Champions League winners' European campaign against Serie A champions Inter.
Flash floods fill the streets of a neighbourhood in central Morocco
Videos show floodwaters swamping homes, shops and streets in Azilal in central Morocco, after heavy thunderstorms.
Canada’s retaliatory tariffs on $20bn of US goods take effect
Trade tensions soar as Canada matches US tariffs 'dollar-for-dollar', impacting 700 products and multiple industries.
Russian strikes on Ukraine’s Kyiv kill at least two people
US envoy says 'encouraged' by talks as White House official told Reuters next steps to be announced in coming weeks.
Yemeni forces launch counteroffensive against Houthis, vow to retake Sanaa
Bid to take the capital comes as clashes between Yemeni forces and Houthis intensify in the provinces of al-Bayda and al-Jawf.
Eiffel Tower closed in row over women removed for Hindu group
The Eiffel Tower was shut on Monday after staff protested over women being ‘sidelined’ during a Hindu group’s visit.
What does Mondlane’s trial mean for Mozambique?
The opposition politician faces five charges over protests that followed the disputed 2024 election.
EU pledges more than $200m to Greenland amid Trump annexation threats
Brussels has proposed doubling direct EU aid to Greenland under the bloc's next budget as military exercises kick off.
IAEA warns over Iran nuclear access as Western powers push UN referral
UN nuclear watchdog urges Iran to cooperate, as Western powers push to refer its nuclear file to the Security Council.