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New satellite imagery has revealed apparent damage to Saudi Arabia's critical oil and military infrastructure after attacks claimed by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi movement. Images show damage to a pumping station along the East-West Pipeline in the Riyadh region and smoke near an Aramco facility in Hejaz. Separate imagery also indicates damage at King Khalid Air Base. The reported strikes have heightened concerns over regional energy security as Saudi Arabia promises a firm response.#SaudiArabia

Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci has been sentenced to 25 years in prison after being found guilty of war crimes linked to the 199899 Kosovo conflict. The verdict at the Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague triggered angry protests in Pristina, where hundreds of supporters took to the streets, with some protesters damaging the facade of an EULEX building and calling the ruling unjust. Thaci, a former top commander of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA), had denied the charges. Three other fo

Former Ukrainian presidential press secretary Iuliia Mendel has delivered one of the strongest public criticisms yet of President Volodymyr Zelensky and Western support for Ukraine. She argued that many in the West seek Russia's defeat more than Ukraine's security, claimed several peace initiatives were rejected, and questioned Kyiv's long-term war strategy. Mendel also alleged Zelensky has become disconnected from criticism and reality, reigniting debate over diplomacy, leadership, and the prol

In a veiled attack at Pakistan, India has urged the international community to act against terrorist networks and safe havens that allow extremist groups to operate across borders. Speaking at a UN Security Council meeting on Afghanistan, Indias Permanent Representative P Harish invoked the history of the September 11, 2001 attacks and said senior al-Qaeda leaders were eventually found in settled communities rather than remote hideouts. He cited Osama bin Ladens killing in Abbottabad and referre

Television host Joe Scarborough has launched a blistering attack on U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, comparing him to a runaway beer truck and questioning why President Donald Trump continues to stand by him. On Morning Joe, Scarborough argued that Hegseth has become a growing problem for Trump as scrutiny intensifies over the Iran war, military losses and reported damage to U.S. facilities in the Middle East. Scarborough went further, telling Trump to get rid of that guy and suggesting that

In a significant move, US officials have broadened visa restrictions impacting leaders of the Palestinian Authority, including President Mahmoud Abbas, who is now barred from attending the UN General Assembly. This action springs from US concerns regarding actions at odds with commitments to American laws, particularly in light of the Palestinian push for statehood recognition through international channels, which has faced consistent US opposition.

On the upcoming Tuesday, President Trump is set to convene with leaders from the Gulf region in New York, where they will strategize on the United States' plans for the post-conflict landscape in Iran. This encounter coincides with the UN General Assembly and is crucial as Gulf states navigate serious economic challenges stemming from the ongoing strife. The outcomes are expected to influence decisions post the U.S. midterms.

Indian athletes in rowing and shooting faced a tumultuous start upon arrival, encountering major issues with their accommodation and registration. Several competitors were left without lodging, while others noticed their names were missing from the official list. Additionally, the rowing team's practice was hampered by delayed oars. On the shooting front, coach Samaresh Jung experienced accreditation problems, limiting his access.

India's second-ranked Arjun Erigaisi suffered a surprising Round 1 defeat at the Chess Olympiad. He lost to Thailand's Prin Laohawirapap despite a significant rating advantage. Other Indian players secured victories, ensuring a team win against Thailand. The Indian women's team also achieved a dominant 4-0 victory over their opponents. These results occurred on the opening day of the prestigious Chess Olympiad.

Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman has cautioned companies like Anthropic. He argues against developing AI with consciousness and rights assumptions. Suleyman believes this approach complicates AI alignment and containment efforts. He stresses the urgent need for public debate on AI development norms. This discussion is crucial before AI becomes deeply integrated into society.

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened the European Union with potentially heavy tariffs over deeper EU-Canada trade ties. The warning adds a new flashpoint to transatlantic trade relations, with Brussels facing pressure as it strengthens its economic partnership with Ottawa.

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The Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games will introduce Indian spectators to a range of unique sports, such as teqball, kurash, soft tennis, sepak takraw, and sport climbing. These events not only highlight athletic prowess but also celebrate Asian culture. With a delegation of 503 athletes, India will participate robustly, showcasing diverse sporting talents on an international scale.

Yemens Houthis claim they shot down a Saudi F-15 fighter jet over Marib using a locally manufactured missile, later releasing footage showing burning wreckage and debris carrying Saudi markings.The group also claimed Saudi aircraft searching for the wreckage were forced to withdraw and that a Wing Loong 2 drone was separately downed. Saudi Arabia has not confirmed the loss of the F-15, while fighting between Riyadh and the Houthis continues to intensify across Yemen.

A four-digit number visible on wreckage displayed by Yemens Houthis appears to identify the aircraft as Royal Saudi Air Force F-15SA number 5529. Aviation databases link that registration to an individual aircraft carrying manufacturer serial number 1322/SA051. The same jet was photographed intact at Saudi Arabias World Defense Show on February 12, 2026approximately seven months before its apparent remains were recorded in Marib. The matching registration, Saudi flag and shape of the tail sectio

A Sepehran Airlines Boeing 737 flying from Mashhad to Kermanshah in Iran faced a frightening emergency shortly after takeoff on September 15. Reports said a landing-gear tyre suffered a problem, followed by severe vibrations and an engine-related emergency, prompting the pilot to return to Mashhad. Dramatic footage from inside the cabin shows passengers screaming and chanting as overhead compartments and sections of the cabin ceiling appear to come loose. The aircraft landed safely, with no inju

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer launched a blistering attack on Donald Trump after the Federal Reserve raised interest rates by a quarter point, arguing that the presidents Iran war and tariff policies are driving up costs for American families. The Fed lifted its benchmark rate to 3.75%4% as officials continued to battle persistent inflation.Schumer accused Trump of bleeding Americans dry through tariffs and is pushing his End Trumps Tariff Tax Act, which would roll back the latest tarif

China has launched nine satellites from a mobile platform at sea, setting national records for the heaviest payload and highest orbit achieved by a single Chinese sea launch. The Gravity-1 rocket carried more than three tonnes of payload to an altitude of approximately 800 kilometres. Chinese authorities described the mission as the first sea-based deployment for a large low-orbit broadband constellation. The ninth spacecraft was identified as an EUHT ultra-high-speed wireless-communications tec

Rashid Khan believes Afghanistan needs to find solutions in the powerplay, while India's fearless young batters have caught his eye. The Afghanistan star explains what makes Abhishek Sharma a very big package for Team India and calls 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi a God-gifted talent. Rashid also identifies Noor Ahmad and Abdollah Ahmadzai as players to watch and opens up about the one ICC achievement he still wants in his book.

Rep. Ritchie Torres tore into Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent during a House hearing after Bessent invoked Joe Biden while defending the Trump administrations economic record. Torres challenged him over stagnant real wage growth, the widening Wall StreetMain Street divide and the administrations repeated attempts to blame Biden for current economic pain.Torres then turned to the Iran war, asking whether Biden started the conflict, disrupted the Strait of Hormuz or shut down a major share of glo

FBI Director Kash Patel put Minnesotas sprawling fraud scandals back under the spotlight, saying investigators have charged around 100 people and that the crackdown is far from over. Patel specifically described fraud tied to Minnesota programs as reaching roughly half a billion dollars, while federal prosecutors have separately pursued major Feeding Our Future and Medicaid fraud cases in the state.The political fallout has intensified scrutiny of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Rep. Ilhan Omar, but

Rep. Sean Casten pressed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent over Donald Trumps claim that the United States is taking in billions and billions of dollars from Venezuela, repeatedly asking who exactly Trump meant by we. Casten questioned whether the money was flowing to the U.S. government, American companies or individual U.S. persons.Bessent said the Venezuela arrangement represented one of the largest assets ever brought onto the U.S. balance sheet, but acknowledged he could not say whether proc

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JD Vances political past is back under the spotlight after a Vanity Fair report detailed an alleged 2016 backchannel involving Hillary Clintons campaign. Before becoming Donald Trumps vice president, Vance was openly hostile to Trump and reportedly warned that he could become Americas Hitler. According to a campaign insider cited by Vanity Fair, Vance repeatedly tried to connect with Jake Sullivan, then a senior adviser to Clinton, and reportedly argued that Clinton needed to focus on Rust Belt

Surgeon General nominee Dr. Nicole Saphier drew a sharp line on vaccines during her Senate hearing, telling Sen. Bill Cassidy that she does not believe the MMR vaccine is lethal and calling it one of the strongest tools available to fight measles.Saphier also said she does not believe childhood vaccines cause autism, putting her at odds with some vaccine-skeptical rhetoric surrounding the Trump administration. The moment comes with added political tension because Saphier has previously backed ch

The US House has successfully passed a sanctions bill aimed at Russian officials and the energy sector. This new legislation empowers President Trump to impose tariffs on significant buyers of Russian oil. India might encounter a staggering 100 percent tariff on its imports due to its energy dealings with Russia. The bill also broadens sanctions against Russia and prolongs measures against Iran for an additional five years.

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh has opened a dramatic new front with Donald Trump after leading a unanimous quarter-point interest rate hike, pushing the federal funds target range to 3.75%4% despite the president demanding rates at 1% or lower.Trump reacted angrily, calling for rates to be cut fast and intensifying pressure on the Fed as inflation remains stubborn. The clash comes amid wider economic strain from the Iran war and Trumps tariff battles, including Canada, raising fresh questions

Spider-Man: Brand New Day has now become the highest-grossing film domestically. It surpassed Star Wars: The Force Awakens' long-standing box office record. The film has grossed approximately USD 936.773 million in North America. Globally, Spider-Man: Brand New Day has earned around USD 2.45 billion. Marvel Studios and Sony plan future releases for the franchise.

Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse confronted FBI Director Kash Patel over explosive allegations contained in FBI records tied to the Epstein files, citing a woman who told federal agents that Donald Trump had sexually and physically assaulted her when she was around 14 to 15 years old.Whitehouse then pressed Patel over what he described as 37 still-undisclosed pages that may contain contemporaneous FBI interview notes. Patel said the bureau had complied with court orders and released millions of pages, bu