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Ken Paxtons private comments about Donald Trump have taken the Texas Senate race into unexpected territory after leaked audio surfaced from a private fundraiser. According to audio obtained by The New York Times, Paxton was asked whether Trump was a little bit of a drag and responded that his numbers dropped after Trumps Dallas convention, adding that everybodys numbers dropped. Trump had publicly described the convention as helpful to Paxton. Paxtons campaign has disputed the report, calling it

Christa Pikes scheduled execution in Tennessee was halted at the last minute after her attorneys raised fresh legal claims. As the death row case takes another dramatic turn, Pikes past comments about Lindsay Clancy are resurfacing. Pike previously spoke about feeling a kinship with Clancy and discussed the similarities she saw between their experiences. Heres what Pike said about Clancy, why the connection has drawn attention, and what the latest execution stay means for the convicted killer.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth launched a blistering attack on major U.S. news outlets during his latest State of the Force address, accusing parts of the media of crossing the line from criticism into what he called national betrayal and treason. His remarks came as he continues to face an impeachment push in Congress over the Trump administrations conduct of the Iran war.

Each year, the senior citizen reported the interest earned from his investments in tax-free bonds under the exempt income category in his income tax return (ITR). But made a mistake in one year. The man realised the error only after the deadline for filing a revised ITR had passed. He therefore approached the jurisdictional assessing officer (JAO) and filed a rectification application.

Donald Trump delivered a blistering retrospective on the Iraq War as the last U.S. troops completed their withdrawal from Iraq, invoking the enormous human cost of the conflict and arguing that Washington had learned from what he called the stupidity of its post-invasion decisions.Trump said roughly 4,500 American service members were killed and more than 31,000 wounded during the Iraq War. Official U.S. veterans data lists 4,507 killed and 32,292 wounded in the 20032011 conflict, putting Trumps

Senator Eric Schmitt returned to the Senate floor after his viral Jack Smith hearing mix-up and the timing of one line immediately stood out. While discussing college-sports legislation, Schmitt said, Its not a perfect bill, before joking that he had filed plenty of perfect bills himself and arguing that Congress rarely gets to vote on something flawless.

Sen. Eric Schmitts attempt to challenge former special counsel Jack Smith over his whereabouts in February 2024 took an unexpected turn after a basketball mix-up. Schmitt questioned Smith about an Atlanta Hawks game, but Smith said he had attended an Iowa Hawkeyes womens game in Maryland featuring Caitlin Clark. Sen. Amy Klobuchar then highlighted the apparent confusion between the Hawks and Hawkeyes, turning the exchange into a viral Senate hearing moment.

A shocking video has emerged from the FlyDubai flight that was forced to make an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after a terrifying cockpit incident. Graphic footage reportedly shows the injured captain being treated inside the aircraft as passengers and crew members intervene. The Israel-bound Boeing 737 MAX 8 was carrying 174 passengers, including 27 children. Israeli officials have launched a terrorism investigation as authorities examine the reported pilot attack, emergency descent, and dr

Vice President JD Vance turned personal while talking about Americas military future, invoking his 9-year-old son as he argued that U.S. troops should enter any future conflict equipped with weapons and technology built by American workers.Vance listed rifles, missiles, drones, autonomous ships and non-autonomous ships while asking whether U.S. service members have the tools they need to complete their missions, return home safely and kick ass in the process. He then revealed that his oldest son

Iraq has declared a new phase in its security strategy as the US-led international coalition mission against ISIS comes to an end. Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaydi said Iraqs armed forces had reorganised their command structures, mobilised resources and unified their efforts during years of fighting terrorism. He credited the Joint Operations Command with coordinating intelligence, planning and military operations throughout the campaign against ISIS. The end of the coalition mission mark

China has opened a new joint military training and support facility in Laos, raising fresh questions about Beijings expanding military footprint in Southeast Asia. The China-Laos Joint Support and Training Center and China-Laos Friendship Aviation Academy are now operational near Ban Keun, around 50 km north of Vientiane.Satellite imagery shows the rapid transformation of farmland into a military airfield featuring a paved runway, taxiway, aircraft apron and new buildings. Beijing says the facil

Canada is building big again and Prime Minister Mark Carney says the country is positioning itself as a reliable energy partner in an increasingly dangerous and divided world. ����Speaking about Canadas momentum, Carney highlighted the expansion of LNG Canada and its role in providing secure energy supplies to partners across Asia and Europe. The project is also being presented as a way for Canada to diversify its exports, strengthen energy security and increase its

Senator Chris Van Hollen tore into both the Trump administration and Benjamin Netanyahus government over the deaths of nine American citizens in the West Bank, demanding accountability after years of killings involving Israeli settlers or security forces. Van Hollen said there had been zero accountability in the nine cases and argued that repeated U.S. calls for justice had produced little action.

Shehbaz Sharifs London money hunt has produced an unexpected backlash. The Pakistani prime minister met JP Morgan, Barclays, Citi, BlackRock and Rothschild executives as Islamabad tries to attract capital and manage a severe economic crisis. The government says the meetings focused on investment banking, sovereign debt, capital markets and Pakistans reform programme. But the Rothschild engagement has enraged critics who accuse Sharif of hypocrisy. Pakistan does not recognise Israel and has built

China is urging the United States and Iran to return to diplomacy and resume negotiations, calling on both sides to recommit to the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding.Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said Beijing hopes Washington and Tehran will choose peace and return to dialogue as soon as possible. China says it will continue efforts to restore peace and stability across the Middle East and Gulf region

India is exploring a new aviation route through Chinese airspace over Hotan in Xinjiang as Pakistans airspace closure forces Indian airlines to take longer routes to Europe and North America.The proposed corridor could reduce flying time and fuel costs, but it comes with geopolitical complications. The route would pass through a highly sensitive region as India and China continue to deal with unresolved border issues. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu says talks with Beijing are underway,

Senator Patty Murray launched a blistering attack on Donald Trump and Senate Republicans, telling GOP lawmakers to grow a spine and rein in the president as she accused them of repeatedly surrendering Congress authority to the White House. In the same speech, Murray pivoted to the Iran war, saying Republicans were backing what she called a $1.5 trillion war budget instead of acting as a check on presidential power.

A newly surfaced video obtained by TMZ reportedly shows Presley Gerber inside a Santa Monica sober house shortly before his death. The footage allegedly shows Gerber appearing high, while sources claim he had been using drugs before entering the facility. Questions are also being raised over his admission, with TMZ reporting that the admissions officer involved was later fired. Gerber was reportedly found dead at the sober house the following morning.

Prince Harrys return to the UK has sparked plenty of speculation, but Earl Spencer has offered a surprisingly simple explanation for the move. Speaking with royal biographer Tina Brown, Dianas brother said it should not be surprising for an Englishman to want to live in England, adding that Harry and Meghan are just regular people at heart. Harry has previously said there were lots of reasons behind the relocation without revealing them. As the family settles into life in Britain, Earl Spencers

Senator Mark Kelly delivered a sharp warning over Donald Trumps Golden Dome missile-defense plan, arguing that the United States could spend enormous sums building the system only for Russia and China to overwhelm it by expanding their arsenals. Speaking at a Senate Armed Services subcommittee hearing on Golden Dome, Kelly questioned whether the project could trigger a new strategic arms race.

India is exploring a possible air route through Chinas Xinjiang region near Hotan to bypass Pakistans continuing airspace restrictions. Since the ban began, flights from northern and western India to Europe and North America have taken longer routes over the Arabian Sea, Oman and Central Asia. That means higher fuel costs, longer flight times and greater pressure on airline operations. The proposed Hotan corridor could shorten some journeys, but it would pass through sensitive Chinese airspace c

Flydubai Flight FZ1073, flying from Dubai to Tel Aviv, was forced to divert to Saudi Arabia after a violent cockpit altercation triggered a dramatic mid-air emergency. The Boeing 737 MAX 8 transmitted emergency code 7700 and later 7500, used for unlawful interference, prompting Israel to scramble fighter jets.Passengers reported screams and blood inside the cockpit, while media reports said one pilot was stabbed during the confrontation. The aircraft eventually landed safely in Tabuk, Saudi Arab

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif met global financial giants in London to pitch Islamabads economic reforms and attract investment.But his meeting with Rothschild & Co has sparked a political row back home, putting Pakistans economic troubles and its stance on Israel back in the spotlight.Watch: https://youtu.be/ABg3y6JHCIQ

Mohammad Asif alias Hashim Moosa, a Lashkar-e-Taiba operative linked by Indian security agencies to the Pahalgam terror attack, has been killed in an encounter in Budgam.After evading forces for nearly three years, Moosa was tracked to the Yousmarg forests and killed during Operation Korag.Watch how the hunt stretched from the Pir Panjal mountains to Yousmarg: https://youtu.be/8TxFDZD1DY8

Indian pilot Smit Machchhar was injured after his co-pilot allegedly attacked him aboard Flydubai FZ1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv.The former SpiceJet commander reportedly helped keep the aircraft under control before it landed safely in Saudi Arabia. Authorities are investigating whether the incident had a terror link.Watch: https://youtu.be/EbtKx1bFIQc?si=8I_8vrmyhmC5we_3

Natalie Harps latest White House appearance has sparked a fresh wave of online attention after viewers spotted what appeared to be her reflection in a mirror during Donald Trumps Oval Office announcement. As Trump discussed a new $15 billion steel plant in Iowa, social media users began zooming in on Harps presence and her apparent gaze toward the president. Some commenters called the moment gross, while others focused on the reflection and even compared Harps appearance to Ivanka Trump. The rea

Lindsay Clancys lawyer Kevin Reddington defended himself over claims he targeted the lone holdout juror in the high-profile Massachusetts murder case. Outside court, Reddington blasted the ongoing focus on the juror, while attorney Heather OConnor defended her clients right to disagree with fellow jurors. The tense hearing took another turn when Reddington argued there was not enough evidence to prove Lindsay Clancy killed her three children. The latest developments come after Clancys mistrial a

Anne Hathaway opens up about taking on her role in Verity at the films New York premiere on Tuesday. The Oscar-winning actor reveals why director Michael Showalter gave her the opportunity to play something different, and explains how having strong source material helped her build the character. Hathaway says the book gave her insight into the characters inner world and allowed her to expand as an actress.

A harrowing experience unfolded on a flydubai flight as an Israeli passenger detailed his brave actions in subduing an assailant in the cockpit. The flight, destined for Tel Aviv from Dubai, was forced to divert to Saudi Arabia due to the alarming situation. The passengers' quick response helped manage the emergency, preventing what could have been a catastrophic hijacking.

India became only the second team to chase a target of 400 or more in men's ODIs, after South Africa chased 438 against Australia in Johannesburg in 2006. India finished on 406 for two in 43.3 overs after West Indies had posted their highest ODI total of 405 for seven.

The money changes include a reduction in the number of free ATM transactions for certain State Bank of India (SBI) salary account customers, new disclosure norms for interest rates on bulk fixed deposits (FDs), revised charges under the National Pension System (NPS) and mandatory Aadhaar authentication for receiving LPG subsidies.

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated there are strong indications of Iranian involvement in a recent incident. Five British men were arrested near RAF Fairford on suspicion of explosives and terrorism offenses. They were later released on bail after no explosives were found in the vehicles involved. The investigation is ongoing and authorities are collaborating with US officials for further clarity.

A leaked recording has exposed an uncomfortable private assessment from Texas Republican Senate nominee Ken Paxton as his race against Democrat James Talarico intensifies. Asked at a Washington fundraiser whether Donald Trump was becoming a little bit of a drag, Paxton replied that after Trumps midterm convention in Dallas, it dropped our numbers. Everybodys numbers dropped. Right now, yeah, not good. The audio was first reported by The New York Times and has since been confirmed in other covera

Israel is investigating whether the Flydubai Flight FZ1073 incident had a terror link. The aircraft, flying from Dubai to Tel Aviv, reportedly suffered a violent cockpit confrontation after the co-pilot allegedly attacked Captain Smit Machchhar. Machchhar, an Indian national and former SpiceJet commander, was reportedly injured during the incident. The Boeing 737 MAX 8 then descended sharply and transmitted emergency codes, including the code associated with unlawful interference. Passengers and

A flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv was diverted to Saudi Arabia after a violent incident unfolded inside the cockpit, triggering fears of a possible hijacking. At the centre of the incident was Capt Smit Machchhar, an Indian national and former SpiceJet pilot who joined flydubai in 2022. According to reports, Machchhar was attacked during a confrontation with the co-pilot and was injured but managed to regain control of the Boeing 737 MAX 8. The aircraft transmitted the 7700 emergency code

The Meerut blue drum murder case has reached a major turning point. A district court has convicted Muskan Rastogi and her lover, Sahil Shukla, for the murder of former Merchant Navy officer Saurabh Rajput. The courts verdict came after 126 hearings and statements from 22 witnesses. The sentence is yet to be announced, while the prosecution has said it will seek the death penalty.

Natalie Harps life before Donald Trump is under the spotlight as her estranged brother Preston Harp reveals her early connection to pastor David Jeremiah. According to Preston, Harp began attending Jeremiahs sermons as a teenager and later worked in the church office. The revelations come as Harp faces fresh attention after Saturday Night Live mocked her Trump loyalty in a Season 52 sketch featuring Ashley Padilla.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney brushed off Donald Trumps latest trade-war taunt with a laugh after being asked about the U.S. presidents claim that Canada would soon come back, apologize and remove its tariffs. Carney initially responded: I take note of both comments no response to either, before adding that Canada remains ready to negotiate in good faith but only on terms that respect both countries sovereignty.

Shehbaz Sharifs London money hunt has produced an unexpected backlash. The Pakistani prime minister met JP Morgan, Barclays, Citi, BlackRock and Rothschild executives as Islamabad tries to attract capital and manage a severe economic crisis. The government says the meetings focused on investment banking, sovereign debt, capital markets and Pakistans reform programme. But the Rothschild engagement has enraged critics who accuse Sharif of hypocrisy. Pakistan does not recognise Israel and has built