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2 Rescued Alive From Hydropower Tunnel 9 Days After Nepal Floods: Report
The rescue came nine days after the Aug. 26 floods, likely caused by a glacier collapse, that devastated towns and valleys in Nepal.
Nepal Floods LIVE Updates: Rescuers Pull 2 Workers Alive From Tunnel
Nepal Flash Floods LIVE Updates: The death count from the catastrophic Himalayan glacial floods has crossed 1,000, with nearly 4,500 people still unaccounted for as rescue efforts continue across Nepal.
India-Born US Citizen Added To FBI's Most Wanted List In Fraud Case
Manjit Bedi operated a small grocery store in Tacoma, Washington, and swiped customers' government benefits cards to give them cash instead of food under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Programme
Explained: Nepal's Climate Justice Push Amid Glacier Loss
Nepal has called for climate justice from major greenhouse gas-emitting nations after deadly flash floods in the Bhote Koshi River claimed more than a thousand lives.
'Buying Or Not Buying Oil Won't Solve War': India Defends Russia Trade
The minister highlighted the challenges of ensuring energy security for India's 1.4 billion people and said both Ukraine's and India's perspectives on the issue should be respected.
Trump Asks US Court To Lift Order Blocking Mail-In Voting Rule
The Trump administration asked the US Supreme Court on Thursday to lift a lower court's block of an executive order that would curb the use of mail-in ballots.
How Engineers Are Using Whatsapp To Guide Nepal's Flood Rescue Efforts
An army of experts in a WhatsApp group is guiding rescue workers scouring a Nepali valley after a huge flash flood more than a week ago as they desperately search for anyone who may be alive inside tunnels of devastated hydropower plants.
Belgium 'Very Affirmative' On Supporting Mehul Choksi Extradition: Sources
Choksi is wanted in India over his alleged role in the multi-crore Punjab National Bank fraud case. He fled the country in January 2018, just before the scam came to light.
"No Steering Wheel, No Pedals": Musk's Taxi Service Bets On Public Trust
Elon Musk sent dozens of self-driving Cybercabs without steering wheels or brake pedals onto the streets of Austin, Texas, on Thursday, betting that Americans will overcome their fears of rides with "no control" and hop inside.
All Options Against Iran "On Table", Including Covert Pressure: JD Vance
Vance said the administration's approach was also aimed at preventing a wider global energy crisis, accusing Iran of continuing to target commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
South Korea Preparing To Deploy Troops In Strait Of Hormuz: Report
According to reports, the South Korean government had been discussing the scale and nature of a potential contribution with countries including the United States, Britain and France.
JD Vance Says US Probing Strike On Iran Wedding That Killed 4
Iranian officials say four people died and nearly 70 were wounded by a strike that hit a home during a wedding.
White House Launches Deportation Video Games To Promote Trump's Agenda
The White House account on X posted a video with the "Make America Great Again" logo MAGA, based on the logo of video game maker Sega.
Volkswagen To Cut 1 Lakh Jobs To "Align Workforce With Economic Realities"
German car giant Volkswagen said Thursday that management and unions had agreed to cut a further 50,000 jobs by the end of the decade, bringing total job losses to 100,000.
Israeli Minister Presents Plan to Remove 2.5 Lakh Palestinians From Gaza
He said the plan aimed to see the departure of 250,000 Palestinians from Gaza in the first year, followed by the rest of the roughly two million residents over the following six years.
US Probing Airstrike That Iran Claims Hit Wedding Party: JD Vance
Iranian officials say four people died and nearly 70 were wounded by a strike that hit a home during a wedding.
"They Torture Me Here": Tamil Nadu Woman's Desperate SOS From Kuwait
The woman, identified as Vanitha, is seen in the video with her head covered with a scarf, speaking from what appears to be a cramped room. With her hands folded, she appeals to the Kallakurichi Collector and Superintendent of Police to help bring her back to India.
1 Killed In Russian Attack On Kyiv, High-Rise Building Damaged
The city's military administration said on Telegram that one person had been killed in the evening attack.
Netanyahu Says Iran "Weaker Than Ever", Overthrowing Regime "Within Reach"
Netanyahu, after decades of describing Iran's cleric-run state as an existential threat, in late February launched a joint attack on Iran with the United States.
20,000 Discarded Tyres Were Buried Under A Road In US And There's A Brilliant Reason Why
The project also demonstrated an environmentally friendly way to reuse waste. Instead of sending thousands of old tyres to landfills, engineers gave them a second life as useful infrastructure.
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Entertainment over policy? White House arcade games ignite backlash
White House arcade games spark criticism for prioritising entertainment amid rising living costs and war concerns.
OpenAI unveils GPT‑6 Astra amid rising scrutiny and safety concerns
OpenAI claims GPT-6 Astra is the most advanced AI model, amid escalating safety and ethical concerns.
Missouri Supreme Court blocks Trump-backed map from November’s midterms
Republicans have pledged to appeal the ruling to the US Supreme Court with only months until the midterm elections.
Why did Trump meet with anti-Zionist Jewish leaders?
US President Donald Trump met six anti-Zionist rabbis privately amid protests over Israeli military conscription.
Chile police and protesters clash outside far-right forum
Police and protesters have clashed in Chile’s capital, outside the summit of the far-right Madrid Forum.
ICC leaders condemn efforts to erode international legal order
Efforts to isolate the International Criminal Court aim to undermine the global rule of law, leaders say.
US continues to squeeze Cuban economy with new round of sanctions
Cuba announces new pro-market reforms amid threats of military attack from the Trump administration.
Ghana tightens gold exports in push to keep more value at home
The move is part of a broader effort to develop Ghana’s gold industry beyond raw exports.
Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon: A list of controversies that define his tenure
The defence secretary faces renewed scrutiny after a Republican senator called for his removal from the US cabinet.
Feminist trailblazer Gloria Steinem passes away at age 92
Women’s rights activist Gloria Steinem has passed away at age 92.
Haitian government calls for renewal of international anti-gang task force
Haitian foreign minister says renewal is necessary to ensure safety ahead of elections scheduled in December.
Iran war live: US rules out Iran talks until ship attacks stop
Iran's First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref vows “asymmetrical” and “multi-layered” response to US attacks.
Are Trump’s AI videos just memes or psychological warfare?
Trump’s use of AI generated content has ramped up in recent months, posting videos of fake military strikes.
Tunisia’s top court upholds conviction of opposition figures, activists
Critics claim Tunisia’s judiciary acts under political pressure, as opposition leaders face lengthy prison terms.
DR Congo joins countries pledging embassy move to Jerusalem
DR Congo has renewed its pledge to move its embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.
Why are people calling Venezuela oil deal a new form of US colonialism?
Critics call the US multi-billion-dollar oil deal in Venezuela modern-day colonialism.
Burnham, Macron talk border security and stronger Europe-UK ties
New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham discussed shared challenges in his first official meeting with the French president.
NYC’s AI ban through grade 8 sets stage for rest of US, experts say
The ban will last for one year and affect 600,000 students.
Nepal flood victims to be identified through DNA
Nepal flood victims to be identified through DNA
El Nino: A phenomenon supercharged by climate change
Scientists warn the 2026-27 El Nino could become the strongest ever, exacerbating global heat, droughts and floods.
US Vice President JD Vance declines to offer timeline for end of Iran war
The Trump official expressed scepticism at White House briefing about the conflict being a war despite recent flare-up.
France records ‘hottest summer ever’ in 2026
France joins other European countries in recording its hottest summer since measurements began.
Ipswich Town vs Liverpool: Premier League – prediction, team news, lineups
Andoni Iraola is still searching for his first win as Liverpool manager but has Bradley Barcola onboard for Ipswich tie.
ICE agent charged with lying under oath about Minnesota shooting
Authorities say agent fired into home with people inside, lied about circumstances.
India rejects court ruling on Indus Waters Treaty
India has rejected a Hague-based arbitration court’s ruling that the Indus Waters Treaty remains in force.