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Iran has issued a chilling warning to the world, threatening devastating retaliation against any country that allows the United States or Israel to launch attacks against Tehran from its territory. Iranian Armed Forces Deputy Chief of Staff Brigadier General Kioumars Heydari says Iran has expanded its global target list, removing geographical restrictions on potential military retaliation.In a dramatic escalation of tensions, Heydari warned that countries facilitating hostile aircraft, missile l

Russian presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky has mocked European representatives attending peace talks in Abu Dhabi, suggesting they should spend their time chatting in a hotel lobby bar if they have arrived as tourists. Medinsky accused European governments of supplying weapons to Ukraine while failing to offer a single concrete peace proposal. He praised US President Donald Trump's envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, describing them as sincere and focused on results rather than empty discu

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has delivered a striking warning to Europe, declaring that nobody stopped or destroyed Russian President Vladimir Putin and that the Russian leader is still alive. Speaking about lessons Europe must learn from Ukraine's war, Zelensky criticised the failure to stop Moscow's aggression and warned that an aggressor left unchecked would inevitably advance further. His remarks, including the provocative line Maybe we'll do something, have raised questions about

Germany is allocating 20 million to restore biodiversity on islands in Palau, Samoa, Tonga, and Wallis and Futuna. The funding will support the Restoring Pacific Islands for Nature and People project over the next seven years. Local communities, national governments, and partnerships will play a critical role in this initiative. Key efforts will focus on removing invasive species and reviving native ecosystems.

Riyadh had barely begun returning to normal when the missiles came again. Saudi air defences intercepted the barrage, but falling debris smashed into an Aramco building near the King Abdullah Financial District, blowing out windows across several floors. No deaths were reported, yet the location was the message: the Houthis can still reach the Kingdoms financial nerve centre. Even more worrying, investigators say Houthi networks are sourcing Chinese-made components to build a longer-range ballis

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has admitted to being unfaithful to his wife. His admission has triggered an Nvidia investigation following reports that he had an intimate relationship with Alice Huang - a Chinese executive suspected by US intelligence of passing information to Beijing.US intelligence officials reportedly suspect that Alice Huang may have gathered information for Beijing and attempted to influence Nvidias business strategy in China. Beijing has rejected the claims as completely groundle

Russell Brand has been sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison after being convicted of raping one woman and sexually assaulting three others. The sentencing marks a dramatic fall for the British comedian, whose career was built on provocative humour, outrageous performances and a controversial public persona. Delivering his verdict, Judge Joel Bennathan condemned Brand's casual and arrogant disregard for women and their right to say no. The judge's remarks placed the offences in the cont

G7 foreign ministers are convening in Paris to examine the implications of recent midterm elections on US foreign policy. They are particularly concerned about potential changes in relations regarding Iran, Ukraine, and Europe. As tensions continue, American allies worry that Washington may prioritize unilateral decisions over traditional multilateral approaches. Discussions will focus on military assistance to Ukraine amid ongoing threats to its energy infrastructure.

U.S. President Donald Trump has demanded that Israel and other American allies reimburse Washington for the costs of the ongoing war with Iran. Speaking in a CBS News 60 Minutes interview, Trump insisted that countries protected by the United States would repay the full cost of American military operations. Claiming that Israel would not exist without U.S. intervention, Trump defended strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities and asserted that Washington had destroyed Tehran's nuclear capabilities.

Why should American taxpayers fund foreign militaries accused of violating international law? Newly elected Muslim Senator Abdul Al-Sayed is challenging Washingtons military-aid model - and questioning US support for Pakistans military under Army chief Asim Munir. El-Sayed extends the argument demanding scrutiny of American aid to Israel and Egypt too, including billions of dollars in military financing and assistance. Can one senator stop US aid to Pakistan? Not by himself. But he can demand he

Keralam has started collecting petrol samples to test ethanol levels following concerns raised by Karnataka. The state, represented by Minister Anoop Jacob, emphasized consumer rights regarding fuel quality. Inspections have occurred at fuel stations in Kochi, with samples sent for laboratory analysis. Karnataka reported excess ethanol levels in some petrol sold, raising concerns over potential vehicle damage. The Ministry of Petroleum stated that all tested samples had met quality standards.

Erika Kirk has unleashed a furious response to jokes mocking the assassination of her husband, Charlie Kirk, but her condemnation has triggered an unexpected backlash online. The widow of the conservative activist called jokes about political assassination beyond disgusting after comedian Dave Chappelle reportedly joked about Charlie's death during a sold-out Madison Square Garden performance. Erika said her family, including their two children, would live with the consequences of political viol

Tyreek Hill, the 32 year old free agent's estranged wife Keeta Vaccaro opens up about their marriage.

The political exchange over Prime Minister Narendra Modis Dimagi Naxals remark has intensified, with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi renewing his challenge to the Prime Minister for an open debate.Rahul challenged Modi to debate who is anti-national and who is allegedly controlled by foreign forces. He said the discussion could take place at any time and any location.The exchange follows PM Modis Diwali visit to Karanpur camp in Chhattisgarhs Bastar, where he warned that the threat of Naxalism had

A blistering broadside against Donald Trump has put New Mexico governor-elect Deb Haaland on a collision course with the White House. In a fiery election-night speech, Haaland accused the president of enriching himself while making Americans sicker, poorer, and hungrier, drawing a fierce reaction from the crowd. The Democrat, who defeated Republican Gregg Hull to make history as the first Native American woman elected governor of a US state, also vowed to fight Trump's policies and defend New Me

Iranian missile strike footage showing attacks near Israel's military headquarters in Tel Aviv has resurfaced amid escalating tensions involving Tehran, Washington and Israel. The footage reportedly captures Iranian ballistic missiles targeting the Kirya complex during the twelve-day war in June 2025. Iran claims its strikes targeted four critical military departments inside the complex, which houses Israel's Defence Ministry and military command facilities. Reports confirmed missile impacts and

Russell Brands reported 8.7 million company money move and an attempted 5 million mansion transfer have raised fresh questions about whether victims of his sexual assaults could face difficulties securing compensation. According to The Sun, assets held by his television and stand-up company fell from around 12 million to 3.3 million before his criminal trial. Brand also reportedly sought to transfer his Oxfordshire property to his wife weeks before proceedings began. While legal experts say vict

A covert Russian network allegedly exploited last month's riots in France to fuel anti-immigrant sentiment and undermine President Emmanuel Macron's government, according to an internal EU assessment seen by Reuters. The operation, known as Operation Overload, reportedly circulated fabricated videos impersonating Western media outlets. A separate French assessment also identified hostile narratives pushed by MAGA-linked and Israeli accounts. While millions viewed the posts, investigators found n

China has strongly rejected allegations that a woman who had an affair with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang was working for Chinese intelligence. Beijing dismissed the espionage claims as baseless smears after reports alleged that Alice Huang, a Chinese executive linked to a Singapore-based data centre company, had been passing information to Chinese authorities. The New York Times reported that U.S. intelligence officials suspected she may have been used to influence the billionaire chip executive and

Germany built its economic might on engineering excellence. Today, its industrial heartland is battling job cuts, factory closures and intensifying competition. Schaeffler alone plans to cut over 3,000 jobs across Europe, including 2,660 in Germany. At the same time, India is moving beyond being a market for German companies. It is becoming a destination for engineering, research, innovation and global product development. Mercedes-Benz chairman Ola Kllenius says there is India in every single M

A suspected Chinese spy, a secret relationship and a stunning confession have plunged Nvidia boss Jensen Huang into a major controversy. The billionaire CEO has admitted being unfaithful to his wife after reports linked him to Alice Huang, a former Megaspeed executive suspected by US intelligence of working for Beijing. The revelations have triggered an independent investigation by Nvidia's board into whether Huang was targeted by a foreign intelligence operation. With Washington's concerns over

Russell Brand faces a potentially lengthy prison sentence as his rape and sexual assault convictions send shockwaves through the entertainment industry. The comedian was found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault involving four women, with the offences dating back to 20042009. As he returns to court for sentencing, legal experts say he could face between six and 12 years behind bars.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has admitted cheating on his wife with Alice Huang, a woman US intelligence suspects was a Chinese spy. Trump was warned a year ago and did nothing. Now he calls Huang an honourable guy; and says so does everybody else. From Jeffrey Epstein to Elon Musk and Bill Gates, why does Trump keep standing by billionaire friends caught in scandals? Chinese honey trap or AI security disaster? Meghna Deka decodes.