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A secret US operation on British soil is raising major questions in London. According to a report by The Sun, a US diplomat based at the American embassy in London was allegedly detained after authorities reportedly discovered child sexual abuse material on his devices before being secretly extracted to the United States. The reported operation allegedly involved US Marines raiding the diplomats London apartment and a US military-linked flight arriving at a Royal Air Force base in Gloucestershi

Donald Trump has weighed in on a possible pardon for Lindsey Clancy after her attorney appealed to the president for clemency in the high-profile Massachusetts murder case.Asked whether he would intervene, Trump said there is no win no matter what you do and pointed out that Clancys case is a state matter, not a federal one. That distinction is crucial because presidential pardon power does not extend to state criminal cases, leaving any clemency decision outside Trumps direct authority.

Donald Trump has teased a possible White House press secretary shake-up, saying he may have found a new person for the high-profile role after the weekend.Trump said many people want the job, while Marco Rubio, JD Vance, Scott Bessent and other senior administration figures are expected to continue taking turns at the podium for now. The remarks have fueled fresh speculation over Karoline Leavitts future and who could become the next face of Trumps White House briefings.

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Donald Trump has delivered a fresh message to China as tensions rise ahead of Xi Jinpings planned U.S. visit, boasting that America remains ahead of Beijing in artificial intelligence and insisting he wants to keep it that way.Trump said whoever wins AI wins, brushing aside calls for the industry to slow down even as debate over AI safety intensifies. His remarks came amid reports that Beijing has threatened to scrap Xis U.S. visit over a potential American arms sale to Taiwan, adding another la

Donald Trump is facing fresh ridicule after comedian and television host Bill Maher took aim at the former president's claims about crowd turnout at his Dallas MAGA convention speech. Maher mocked Trump's insistence that there were o empty seats, fueling a new debate over attendance figures, television ratings, and Trump's ongoing rivalry with critics in the media. The clash has sparked intense reactions online, with supporters and detractors battling over the true size and impact of the event.

Mark Carney has sharpened his push to reduce Canadas dependence on the United States, arguing that the country is about so much more than being next to the United States and touting new trade and investment opportunities abroad.The Canadian prime minister said Ottawa remains open to a deal with Washington, but only one that respects Canadian sovereignty. At the same time, Carney is pushing diversification beyond the U.S., promoting Canada as a global investment destination and signaling that Tru

Anti-Trump protests in Dublin took a dramatic turn as demonstrators set fire to an American flag during Donald Trumps visit to Ireland.The flag-burning came amid a wider wave of protests featuring pro-Palestinian groups, anti-war activists and demonstrators targeting Trump over U.S. foreign policy. Protesters also used provocative imagery involving Vladimir Putin, Benjamin Netanyahu and Jeffrey Epstein, turning the Dublin rally into one of the most explosive moments of Trumps Ireland trip.

Saudi Arabia is racing to restore its East-West Pipeline after drone attacks forced the crucial oil route to suspend operations. Three industry sources told Reuters that Yanbu currently holds enough crude to sustain exports for only another five to seven days. The 1,200-kilometre pipeline is Saudi Arabias only major export route capable of bypassing the Strait of Hormuz. It had been carrying approximately four million barrels per dayequivalent to around four percent of global oil supply. Complet

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August marked a milestone for Russia as it imported record levels of oil products, with Indian exports accounting for nearly seventy percent. The gasoline supplied by India was produced from Russian crude at a shared refinery. While India remains the second-largest importer of crude oil from Russia, its overall imports have seen a decline compared to recent months, with China still leading the ranks.

A Russian drone attack near the Polish border forced a special train carrying former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, German Chancellor Friedrich Merzs adviser Gnter Sautter and other senior European figures to stop. Conductors reportedly instructed passengers to prepare for an emergency evacuation after a drone alert. The order was subsequently cancelled, and the train continued towards Poland. It was not directly struck. The emergency was triggered after a separate KyivWarsaw passenger tr

Donald Trump brushed off anti-Trump protests in Ireland with a bizarre personal remark to a female reporter, telling her she reminded him of the late Irish singer Sinad OConnor and calling the comparison a compliment.The exchange came as protesters in Dublin rallied against Trump, with demonstrations featuring pro-Palestinian groups, anti-war activists and even an American flag being set on fire. Trump appeared unfazed by the backlash, turning a question about the protests into a comment about t

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur and her teammates were seen celebrating after their record-extending eighth Women's Asia Cup title. However, the Indian team did not collect the trophy from Naqvi during the presentation ceremony. The ceremony ended with Sri Lanka receiving their runners-up cheque, medals and mementoes from the officials.

A senior former U.S. security official has delivered a striking admission while reflecting on the September 11 attacks, saying those in authority did not see the nature of the danger in time to prevent 9/11.The official said authorities did what they knew to do at the time, but acknowledged that by definition, it was not enough, while expressing deep personal remorse for the trauma suffered by victims families and the country. The remarks come 25 years after the attacks, reopening questions over

Ladakh's Lieutenant Governor announced compensation for four protesters killed last September. An ex gratia of Rs 3 lakh for major injuries and Rs 1 lakh for minor injuries was also approved. This follows demonstrations demanding statehood and constitutional safeguards under Schedule Six. Authorities imposed restrictions and arrested over eighty people after the violent protests occurred. Cases against those arrested will be withdrawn and victims will receive compensation.

French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney are preparing a highly symbolic joint visit to Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon after Donald Trump shared an AI-generated map placing Canada and several French territories beneath the American flag. The archipelago lies just 20 kilometres off Canadas Atlantic coast but remains sovereign French territory. Macron and Carney are expected to use their appearance to defend national borders, sovereignty and the rule of law as Trump cont

Canada is signaling a closer trade partnership with Mexico as tensions with Donald Trumps administration continue to reshape North American commerce.Minister Dominic LeBlanc said Ottawa remains in regular contact with Mexican officials and stressed that Canada wants all three countries back at the same table for the USMCA review. He argued that Canada and Mexico face many of the same pressure points including steel and automobiles while Ottawa looks to reduce its dependence on any single tradi

In an exhilarating final, India Women clinched the Women's T20 Asia Cup title by overcoming Sri Lanka. Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana stood out, crafting a robust opening partnership that propelled Indias score. The bowlers shone, especially Shree Charani, who captured four wickets and effectively dismantled Sri Lanka's batting lineup, securing India's remarkable eighth victory in this prestigious tournament.

Meghan Markle has offered a rare glimpse into Prince Harry, Archie and Lilibets new life in Britain, sharing family moments in the countryside amid renewed scrutiny over the Sussexes return to the UK. The post comes as Harry and Meghan remain outside the ranks of working royals, with King Charles latest move confirming their status as private citizens and reigniting questions over the couples future in Britain.

Trump family ties have sparked fresh controversy in NATO member Albania, as protesters using flamingo imagery put Prime Minister Edi Rama on notice. The demonstrations have drawn attention to the political fallout surrounding the alleged connection, adding another layer of scrutiny to Albanias leadership and its ties to the Trump family.

Sen. Jon Ossoff grilled Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the Trump administrations claim of a historic and overwhelming victory in Iran, questioning whether Tehran was really rendered combat-ineffective for years to come.Ossoff pressed Hegseth on whether the administration had actually achieved every objective it claimed, as the Iran conflict continues and questions remain over military capabilities, the Strait of Hormuz and the broader endgame. Hegseth defended the operation, insisting Iran

Donald Trumps family trip to Ireland has sparked a fresh wave of online chatter, with social media users turning their attention to the US presidents claimed height of 6 feet 3 inches. As images and updates from the Ireland visit circulated online, X users questioned and mocked the height claim, fueling a new social media frenzy around Trump and his family.

Anthony Ippolito opens up about the daunting challenge of playing Sylvester Stallone in I Play Rocky, revealing how he studied Stallones pre-fame years, early film and TV appearances, and 1970s work to understand the actor before he became a Hollywood icon.

India dominated the first T20I, achieving a decisive seven-wicket victory over Afghanistan. The highlight was Abhishek Sharma, whose explosive 82 runs from 32 balls led the charge against a target of 156 set by Afghanistan, despite their recovery efforts from Omarzai and Nabi. On the bowling side, Arshdeep Singh excelled with 3 wickets for just 19 runs, allowing India to take a lead of 1-0 in this thrilling three-match series.