🌍 World Geopolitics

Very excited to invite India to join Pax Silica, says top U.S. official

U.S. President Donald Trump issued an Executive Order removing the punitive 25% tariffs imposed on India for its purchases of Russian oil

Dubai's beach makeover: Women-only beaches to night swimming, floating bridges and mega coastline expansions

Dubai is undertaking a massive coastal transformation, expanding public beaches to 105 km and enhancing facilities by 400% through the Blue and Green Spaces ...

The $23 million foot: Lost Michelangelo sketch sets auction record

A previously unknown Michelangelo foot sketch, identified as a study for the Libyan Sibyl on the Sistine Chapel ceiling, sold for $23 million at Christie's. ...

'Wife hunt': Norway's crown princess faces backlash over Epstein link; issues apology

Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit faces backlash over past contact with Jeffrey Epstein, issuing a "profound apology" after emails revealed intimate exchan...

Bangladesh Awami League Hindu leader Ramesh Chandra Sen dies in jail, raising custodial treatment concerns

Ramesh Chandra Sen, a senior Hindu leader of Bangladesh Awami League, died in Dinajpur District Jail. This incident raised concerns about the treatment of po...

Watch | Our relations has reached a new level: PM Modi in Malaysia

How to apply for GCC Unified Visa: Step-by-step guide, documents checklist for Schengen-style visa to 6 Gulf countries

The GCC is launching a unified tourist visa, allowing entry to all six member states with a single online application. Travellers can expect a streamlined di...

Trump aims to hold first meeting of new Board of Peace in Washington later in February

The meeting, proposed for February 19, would include both world leaders who accepted Mr. Trump's invitation in January to join the board as well as members o...

Nazi Slogans, 'Blood' Swastika: How Russia University Attack Unfolded

Russia's Interior ministry said the accused stabbed several students in the dormitory.

"We Will Pay, Return Our Mother": US News Anchor Appeals To Kidnappers

The video released Saturday was the third this week that pleaded with potential kidnappers

Gaza's Rafah border crossing reopened but few people have crossed

Over the first four days of operations, just 36 Palestinians requiring medical care were allowed to leave for Egypt, plus 62 companions, according to United ...

Police arrest protesters at Minneapolis federal building on 1-month anniversary of woman's death

Renee Good was killed on January 7 as she was driving away from immigration officers in a Minneapolis neighbourhood

Polling opens in Thai general election

No party is forecast to win an outright majority, and coalition negotiations are expected to follow the results.

"Difficult Decisions Taken": Washington Post CEO Resigns After Mass Layoffs

Will Lewis joined Washington Post in 2023

Washington Post CEO Will Lewis out after sweeping job cuts

Though newspapers across the United States have been facing brutal industry headwinds, Will Lewis’s management of the outlet was sharply criticised by subscr...

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi hopes for big win as polls open in national elections

Takaichi is hugely popular, but the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, which has governed Japan for most of the last seven decades, is not

Stephen Miller | The anti-immigration czar

The U.S. Homeland Security Adviser has shaped President Donald Trump’s most inflammatory immigration initiatives

France opens probe against ex-Culture Minister Lang after Epstein file dump

Jack Lang has been summoned to report on February 8 to the Foreign Ministry, which supervises the Arab World Institute, a cultural and research institution ‌...

’We will pay,’ Savannah Guthrie says in desperate video plea to potential kidnappers of her mother

Savannah Guthrie has told the potential kidnappers of her mother Nancy Guthrie that the family is prepared to pay for her safe return

AI content on Australian tour website sends tourists chasing hot springs that don’t exist

An Australian tour company’s AI-generated article falsely promoted “Weldborough Hot Springs” in Tasmania, sending confused tourists to a town with no such at...

Four Indian students among several injured in stabbing attack in Russia

The Russian Federal Health Ministry said that four people injured in the attack are receiving medical care. One is in serious condition, while three others a...

IS owns up 'suicide attack' on Pakistan Shia mosque; toll now 36

The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for a deadly blast at a Shia mosque in Islamabad, which resulted in over three dozen casualties. The terror outf...

After filming Iran's violent crackdown, she's afraid to step out

Did Tony Hawk’s wedding take place on Jeffrey Epstein’s island? Skateboarding legend responds

Skateboarding legend Tony Hawk has publicly debunked claims linking him to Jeffrey Epstein’s private island. The confusion arose from a third-party FBI tip a...

Israel says Netanyahu will meet with Trump about Iran talks on February 11

The U.S. and the Islamic Republic of Iran held indirect talks on February 6 in Oman that appeared to return to the starting point on how to approach discussi...

‘Mixed emotions’: Team USA skier Hunter Hess says wearing the flag doesn’t mean backing all US policies, sparks Olympic boycott calls

American freestyle skiers Hunter Hess and Chris Lillis expressed mixed feelings about representing the US at the Winter Olympics, citing domestic issues they...

Polls open in Thailand as reformists, conservatives vie for power

No single party is expected to secure a clear majority in Sunday's vote, raising the spectre of political instability.

Twitch streamer Bisscute hospitalized after katana accident on live stream

Popular streamer Bisscute suffered a severe hand injury during a live broadcast when a katana slipped from its sheath. Instinctively trying to catch the fall...

UK rapper Central Cee confirms conversion to Islam and reveals new name during livestream

British rapper Central Cee has confirmed he has converted to Islam and changed his name, revealing the decision during a low-key livestream. The artist, form...

Twitch star Emiru shares thoughts on female streamers copying her style

Popular Twitch streamer Emiru sparked discussion with her recent comments about other streamers who share her distinctive look and fashion. She humorously qu...

Ofcom revokes TV licences of Overseas Friends of BJP (UK) president

UK's Ofcom has revoked broadcasting licences for MATV National and MATV Music, held by Middlesex Broadcasting Corporation Limited. The regulator determined t...

'Indian Consulate Will Open In Malaysia, Bring Our Nations Closer': PM Modi

The initiative was received with applause and appreciation by members of the Indian community.

All About Muhammad Yunus, The Nobel Laureate Leading Bangladesh's Interim Government

Muhammad Yunus was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006 for his efforts to combat poverty

UK considers targeting Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’ in new escalation against Moscow

Britain is exploring military options to seize Russia-linked shadow fleet tankers, potentially opening a new front against Moscow as its oil revenues decline...

4 Indian Students Injured After Knife Attack In Russian College: Embassy

The local media said two police officers were also injured.

US Attacks Venezuela Highlights: Shots Fired, Drones Fly Over Venezuela Presidential Palace

Bursts of gunfire rang out late Monday near Venezuela's presidential palace.

Netanyahu To Meet Trump In US On Monday To Discuss Negotiations With Iran

Iranian officials have ruled out putting Iran's missiles up for discussion

'India's Success Is Success Of Malaysia, Asia': PM Modi

PM Modi highlighted India's rapid infrastructure growth.

China Conducted Nuclear Tests A Week After Galwan Clash In 2020: US

China conducted secret nuclear explosive tests using a method to decrease the effectiveness of seismic monitoring, US Under Secretary of State Thomas G DiNan...

Pakistan Occupied Kashmir: পাক অধিকৃত কাশ্মীর, আকসাই চিন ভারতের বলে মেনে নিল আমেরিকা! বাণিজ্যচুক্তির পরই নতুন মানচিত্র এল

নয়াদিল্লি: ভারতের সঙ্গে বাণিজ্যচুক্তি চূড়ান্ত হওয়ার পরই বড় পদক্ষেপ আমেরিকা। পাকিস্তান দ্বারা অধিকৃত কাশ্মীরকে ভারতের অংশ হিসেবে স্বীকৃতি দিল তারা। আমেরিকার...

Haiti’s transitional council hands power to US-backed prime minister

Move comes after council tried to oust PM Fils-Aime and the US recently deployed warship to waters near Haiti’s capital.

Indian Among 8 Injured In Russia University Stabbing

The Investigative Committee has launched a probe into the incident.

For minorities, Bangladesh’s election is a litmus test of security

This plea for basic security has emerged as the overwhelming, non-partisan demand of religious minorities, who make up roughly 10% of the population, as camp...

Attacks leave 30 dead in Nigeria's Benue State

Armed bandits killed at least 13 traders on Friday (February 7, 2026) afternoon in Anwase, a village in the Kwande area, local government official Ibi Andrew...

Asim Munir Pakistan Blast: মসজিদে বিস্ফোরণের নেপথ্যে কি খোদ আসিম মুনির? ভাইরাল ভিডিও ঘিরে তোলপাড়, প্রশ্ন পাকিস্তানের অন্দরেই

নয়াদিল্লি: জুম্মার নমাজ চলাকালীন তীব্র বিস্ফোরণ। মসজিদ জুড়ে ছিন্নভিন্ন হয়ে পড়েছিল শুধু লাশ। ইসলামাবাদ থেকে গতকাল ওই ছবি সামনে আসতে চমকে উঠেছিলেন সকলেই। আর ...

Is Nigeria’s security situation worsening, or is there progress?

More than 200 people have been killed in attacks, but the abducted Christians have been freed.

‘Non-negotiable’: Iran says missiles off the table in talks with the US

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says discussions will remain focused on nuclear issue, not missile programme.

24 Killed In Drone Attack By Paramilitary Group In Sudan

Several others were wounded and taken for treatment in Rahad (Representational)

Bangladesh News: বাংলাদেশে হেফাজতে থাকাকালীন রহস্যমৃত্যু হিন্দু নেতা-প্রাক্তন মন্ত্রীর, ‘খুন করা হয়েছে’, বলছেন হাসিনা

নয়াদিল্লি: জেলবন্দি অবস্থায় রহস্যমৃত্যু বাংলাদেশের প্রাক্তন মন্ত্রী, বাংলাদেশের রাজনীতিতে অন্যতম শীর্ষস্থানীয় হিন্দু নেতা রমেশচন্দ্র সেনের। রাজনীতিতে বরাবর ন...

Chris Hedges on decline of the American empire

Journalist Chris Hedges speaks to Marc Lamont Hill on Trump’s first year and the future of US democracy.