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Donald Trumps 9/11 Pentagon remarks have sparked fresh online scrutiny after the U.S. president appeared to have an awkward moment during his speech. A long pause and unusual delivery quickly drew attention, with critics questioning what happened as Trump spoke about remembering the victims and their families. The moment comes amid renewed scrutiny of Trumps past claims about his experiences on September 11, adding another layer to the debate surrounding his 25th-anniversary remarks.
European stocks fell after the ECB raised interest rates by 0.25%, warning that inflation could remain above target for longer. Investors are now pricing in the possibility of more rate hikes, while rising bond yields add pressure on markets. Germanys growing debt burden and higher defence spending are also raising concerns.#ECB #EuropeanMarkets #InterestRates #Inflation #Germany #BondYields #EuropeanEconomy
Trumps appearance at the Pentagons 9/11 commemoration is sparking fierce online reactions after the President appeared to struggle to stay awake, while his lip appeared to droop as he sat beside First Lady Melania Trump. The moment quickly went viral, with critics calling the scene shameful and blasting Trumps apparent drowsiness during the solemn 9/11 ceremony. Watch the dramatic footage and see the reactions as Trump honors the 184 victims killed in the Pentagon attack.
Federal investigators are reportedly zeroing in on a potential drug supplier as the investigation into Hayden Panettieres death continues. The 36-year-old actress was found unresponsive at a residence in Greenville on August 16, with toxicology results still pending. Her former boyfriend Brian Hickerson has also met with the DEA and been interviewed by investigators, but he has not been accused or charged in connection with her death. Authorities have not identified a suspected supplier or confi
Russia has issued a chilling warning over the possibility of NATO nuclear weapons being stationed in Lithuania. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Lithuanian territory could come within the sights of Russias nuclear arsenal if such weapons were deployed there. The warning follows a Lithuanian parliamentary move to remove constitutional restrictions on hosting foreign military bases and weapons of mass destruction.
Donald Trump delivered a fiery 9/11 anniversary speech, remembering the attacks while linking Americas fight against terrorism to the ongoing threat from Iran. Trump vowed that the Islamic Republic of Iran will never have a nuclear weapon and declared that the United States fights to win. He also praised American service members and highlighted what he described as Americas strength and security today. Trump said there can only be victory and warned that the country must remain prepared to confr
U.S. Vice President JD Vance and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani came face to face at the National September 11 Memorial during the ceremony marking 25 years since the attacks. No substantive conversation between the two men was immediately reported. But their presence produced a striking political image. Vance is a potential Republican presidential contender and possible successor to Donald Trump, while Mamdani has become one of the most prominent figures on Americas progressive left. Mamdan
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has urged BRICS to construct resilient economic systems capable of protecting its members and the wider Global South from sanctions, military pressure and disruptions to legitimate trade. Speaking at the BRICS gathering in New Delhi, Pezeshkian said recent American and Israeli military action against Iran demonstrated that economic security cannot be separated from national or regional security. He warned that pressure on a countrys trade, energy infrastructur
Qazi Touqeer, a contestant on Bigg Boss, reminisced about his long-standing friendship with the talented singer Arijit Singh, whom he first met on a singing reality show two decades ago. With great admiration, Touqeer honored Singh's artistry by performing 'Tum Hi Ho' during a recent episode. In a heartwarming gesture, Arijit Singh revealed his intention to tune in to Bigg Boss exclusively to support Touqeer.
Sri Lanka emerged victorious in a dramatic four-wicket win against Pakistan during the Women's Asia Cup semi-final. Despite a rocky start, they rallied impressively to chase down the target. Fatima Sana, Pakistan's captain, delivered a commendable performance, yet her efforts fell short. This thrilling victory sets the stage for Sri Lanka to challenge India in the forthcoming tournament finale.
Twenty-five years after 9/11, Britains MI5 chief Ken McCallum has issued a chilling warning that the next major terror strategic shock may already be taking shape somewhere authorities are not yet looking. McCallum says future threats may look nothing like 9/11, with terrorism, cyberattacks and state-backed aggression creating a far more complex security landscape. His stark warning calls on governments, businesses and the public to rethink how they prepare for the next major attack.
Saudi Arabias new defence pact with Pakistan and Turkey is facing its first major test and the alliance appears to be cracking.As Iran-backed Houthis advance after seizing Yemens strategic port of Mokha, Saudi Arabia has reportedly sought US military intervention. But Donald Trump has declined direct strikes, while Pakistan has stepped back from talk of military action.Turkey has also remained silent. So what exactly is the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement designed to do? Can it protect Saudi Ara
Michael Kors is remembering the September 11 attacks 25 years later, revealing that he lived downtown in New York and watched the tragedy unfold. The fashion designer says his memories of that morning remain incredibly sharp. Reflecting on the aftermath, Kors also praised New Yorks resilience and transformation, saying he remains proud to be a New Yorker while honoring the victims who lost their lives on 9/11.
Hours before Xi Jinping arrives in India after seven years, China has revealed its BRICS agenda. Beijing says Xi will present major proposals to deepen Greater BRICS cooperation at the New Delhi summit. Is China trying to shape the blocs future on Indian soil?Watch: https://youtu.be/mJWxNr71lmg?si=s3D1X-N_5lyluLv6
Iran has welcomed the Houthis reported seizure of Yemens Mayyun Island and their growing control around the Bab al-Mandab Strait, a vital shipping route connecting Europe and Asia.Mohammad Mokhber, an adviser to Irans Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, praised the Iran-backed groups advance along Yemens Red Sea coast as a resounding victory. In a post on X, he claimed Irans position in the Strait of Hormuz and what he called the resistances homegrown resolve had pushed the United States and its al
Miami plane crash investigators have revealed chilling new details from the final moments of the Amazon cargo jet disaster. One pilot warned the aircraft was flying too fast, but the other pilot gave NO clear verbal response. Now, newly released video shows the Boeing 767 racing off the Miami International Airport runway before slamming into vehicles on the road. The deadly Miami cargo plane crash killed five people and injured five others as the NTSB investigates the final cockpit moments.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian delivered a strong economic message at the BRICS Business Forum. Modi stressed secure sea lanes, open supply routes and freedom of navigation amid Strait of Hormuz disruptions. Putin highlighted profound shifts in global economic power and the rise of new growth engines. Pezeshkian called for greater use of national currencies in BRICS trade and urged the New Development Bank to finance infrast
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has warned the expanded BRICS grouping against reproducing the unequal economic model that has kept developing countries dependent on exporting raw commodities. Addressing the BRICS Business Forum in New Delhi, Ramaphosa said resource-rich African countries cannot continue supplying the minerals required by future industries while technology, manufacturing and higher-value production remain concentrated elsewhere. His message presented a challenge to BRICS
Footage from the Pentagons September 11 memorial appeared to show Donald Trump standing with his eyes closed for several moments during the ceremony marking 25 years since the attacks. The visual prompted online speculation over whether the president was observing the solemn occasion in silence or struggling to remain alert. The footage alone does not establish that Trump had fallen asleep. Trump attended alongside First Lady Melania Trump and members of his administration. The ceremony commemor
Russell Crowe is getting candid about his complicated relationship with Hollywood, admitting he has mismanaged it throughout his career, though he says it has often worked to his benefit. Speaking at the Venice Film Festival, the Oscar-winning actor and filmmaker explained how being Australian, his sarcasm and self-deprecating humor sometimes got him into trouble in Hollywood. Crowe is at Venice with What Love Builds, his autobiographical documentary exploring his career, music and creative jour
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks to reporters in Banff, Alberta, during a two-day federal cabinet retreat. He faces questions over the October 19 Alberta referendum, whether talks with the United States could resume, and how Ottawa may respond to further U.S. tariffs.
Pete Hegseth delivered a fiery 9/11 anniversary address at the Pentagon, declaring that Americas struggle against evil would continue until Judgement Day while directly targeting Iran.Speaking at an event marking 25 years since the September 11 attacks, Hegseth accused Iran of being the worlds leading state sponsor of terrorism and claimed the Islamic Republic had wished death upon the United States for decades and cheered on 9/11. He was also caught 'lying straight through his teeth' for saying
Zohran Mamdani is facing fierce backlash after footage from New Yorks 9/11 memorial appears to show him laughing with Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as the names of victims were being read. The moment has triggered outrage online, with critics accusing the mayor of disrespect during the solemn remembrance. Mamdanis presence was already controversial, after a petition reportedly gathered around 110,000 signatures urging him to stay away from Ground Zero. Heres what happened, why his attendance sparked
Is eating mutton or fish during Durga Puja against Hinduism? In this episode of Why Should You Care, Political Commentator Abhijit Iyer-Mitra argues that Hinduism has never demanded one uniform diet or form of worship. From Jain-influenced vegetarian practices to the traditional sacrifice of goats and offering of fish in Bengal, Kashmir and Assam, he explains the diversity of Hindu customs.He also questions whether vegetarianism is mandated by the Gita or the Vedasand calls attempts to impose on
What happens when one form of worship or one food custom is imposed on all Hindus? In this episode of Why Should You Care, Political Commentator Abhijit Iyer-Mitra explains why Hinduism has never worked that way. From Vaishnava vegetarian traditions and Shaiva practices to animal sacrifice in Amman temples, he highlights the diversity of Hindu customs across India.He also argues that food traditions are shaped by geography, climate and local cultureand asks why anyone today should dictate custom
China wants to shape the future of BRICS and Xi Jinping is bringing that message to New Delhi. As the bloc expands, Beijing is pushing for deeper cooperation and a stronger multipolar order. But India has its own vision: reform the global system without turning BRICS into an anti-Western alliance. Can India steer the bloc on its own terms while managing its rivalry with China?
The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority has directed the developer to refund the amounts paid, along with applicable interest, after noting that the project remained incomplete and its registration had lapsed without an extension.
Zohran Mamdani delivered a solemn address commemorating 25 years since the September 11 terror attacks and the 2,753 people killed in New York. Describing each victim as a universe lost, Mamdani also remembered the thousands who later died from illnesses linked to the toxic air around Ground Zero. He paid tribute to the workers who helped colleagues escape, the residents who opened their homes and the New Yorkers who waited for hours to donate blood. Mamdani said remembering 9/11 requires more t
Vladimir Putin has claimed that more than 30,000 sanctions have been imposed against Russiaalmost twice as many as those targeting every other country in the world combined. Addressing the BRICS Business Forum in New Delhi, the Russian president accused governments of turning international competition into coercion. He cited attacks on industrial and logistics infrastructure, attempts to block transport corridors, the seizure of maritime vessels and threats of secondary sanctions against countri
A mysterious 9/11 video has resurfaced after remaining hidden from public view for more than 20 years. Filmed by Kevin Westley from what appears to be a boat, the chilling footage captures the moments after the first plane hit the World Trade Center, and the terrifying realization as United Airlines Flight 175 approaches the South Tower. The raw 9/11 video records screaming, confusion and horror as witnesses watch the second plane strike the tower.
Saudi Arabias much-publicised defence pact with Pakistan and Turkey is facing its first major test as Iran-backed Houthis seize the strategic Red Sea port of Mokha and threaten the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. After Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman reportedly sought US strikes, Washington refused. Pakistan, meanwhile, appeared to distance itself from immediate military action. Is the so-called Islamic NATO already falling apart?Watch: https://youtu.be/nS72kh7nrrY?si=PUv_FYeu0u0oLvSt
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin have now shared a car ride four times the latest after their bilateral meeting at Bharat Mandapam.The two leaders travelled together to the INNOPROM India exhibition, Russias industrial showcase being held in India for the first time. Putin has also invited PM Modi to Russia for the 24th India-Russia Annual Summit, and Modi has accepted.Is this merely diplomatic optics, or does the repeated gesture reveal the depth of the India-R
Indias new national accounts framework has sparked debate over the credibility of its latest GDP figures. With 202223 as the base year, the revised series incorporates a new Index of Industrial Production, a new Producer Price Index and updated methods for measuring real economic activity.Now, the IMF has welcomed Indias efforts to modernise its macroeconomic statistics. Does the endorsement settle the debate over Indias 7.8% growth figure?Watch: https://youtu.be/wGbFMu4iqWw
Russian President Vladimir Putin has launched a sharp attack on the G7-led sanctions system at the BRICS Business Forum in New Delhi. Putin claimed that Russia has faced twice as many sanctions as all other countries combined. The exact total depends on how sanctions are counted, but Russia is widely recognised as the most sanctioned major economy in the world. Now Moscow is pushing BRICS towards local-currency trade, alternative payment systems and stronger economic cooperation. For India, this
Poland is set to collaborate with Finnish firm ICEYE to establish a new military satellite communications system, aiming to lessen its dependency on foreign entities for vital battlefield communications. This project is projected to unfold between 2026 and 2030, incorporating local industrial partners. Meanwhile, India has had robust military satellite communication capabilities for over ten years, recently enhancing its maritime surveillance with the launch of CMS-03.
The final commercial office tower at the World Trade Center site is actively being built as the new global headquarters for American Express. This project has emerged after extensive planning and has navigated numerous hurdles. It acts as a tribute to the lives lost and rekindles commercial activity in Lower Manhattan, representing a crucial milestone in the comprehensive post-9/11 redevelopment plan.
Thames Valley Police uncovered a 1.3 million cannabis factory inside a disused BHS store in Slough, finding more than 1,700 plants across two floors. The crop had a potential yield of 150.27kg and an estimated street value of 1.288 million. Two men pleaded guilty and were sentenced to 14 months in prison.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in New Delhi for the BRICS Summit and bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The two leaders discussed regional stability, seafarer safety, energy security and the need for safe passage of vessels amid the Middle East crisis and Strait of Hormuz concerns. At the BRICS Business Forum, Pezeshkian called for greater economic resilience and urged members to use national currencies for trade.
China says President Xi Jinping will use the BRICS Summit in New Delhi to push for deeper cooperation across the expanded bloc, with Beijing promising fresh proposals for Greater BRICS coordination. Xi is also expected to hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking a third straight year of high-level engagement between the two leaders as India-China ties continue a cautious reset
In today's dating landscape, terms like situationship and benching capture the complexities of modern relationships. A situationship reflects a romantic connection filled with attraction and intimacy, yet lacks any defined commitment. Benching refers to keeping someone engaged while exploring options with others. Further terms include ghosting, an abrupt end to communication, and breadcrumbing, which entails providing just enough attention to keep another person interested without genuine invest
Rohit Roy expressed his belief that television actors often lack sophistication and elegance, labeling the medium as a 'dustbin' for its perceived low status. He emphasized that film actors exude a certain style and presence in public. According to Roy, the popularity generated on social media doesnt translate to real respect for actors. Ultimately, he feels that cinema will always be regarded as superior to television in terms of legacy.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlined Indias BRICS vision at the Leaders Session of the BRICS Business Forum, stressing secure sea lanes, freedom of navigation and safety of seafarers. He highlighted Indias focus on resilient supply chains, infrastructure, strategic sectors and UPI, saying 50% of the worlds real-time payments use the technology. Modi also pointed to Indias free trade agreements with nearly 40 countries. Under Indias BRICS presidency, he proposed removing the top 10 trade barrier

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