The Times of India

Another supertanker has exploded and caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz, with Irans IRGC Navy saying the vessel struck a naval mine while carrying more than two million barrels of oil. According to the Iranian account, the tanker was travelling through an unauthorised route when it hit the mine. The IRGC says it is the third tanker to explode and catch fire in a single day after vessels allegedly travelled outside designated maritime corridors. The claims have not been independently established

Fifteen years after Marco Simoncelli lost his life in a tragic MotoGP crash at Sepang, his parents, Paolo and Rossella, have shared an emotional tribute to their son. Ahead of the 2026 Malaysian Grand Prix, they posted pictures of the memorial plaque at the crash site with a message.

President Donald Trumps health is back under scrutiny after photographs sparked speculation about a possible mechanical compression sock or hidden leg support device. Political commentator David Pakman highlighted the US Presidents stiff walking, repeated leg tapping and unusual trouser outline, raising questions about a possible medical device. The White House previously disclosed Trumps chronic venous insufficiency, a condition linked to leg swelling. However, no evidence confirms he is wearin

India could become Japans new training ground for long-range weapons. Japanese officials have reportedly travelled to India to examine missile ranges and defence facilities. The focus is on the Type 25 anti-ship missile, which has an estimated range of around 1,000 kilometres, along with small attack drones. Japan has previously conducted missile drills with the United States and Australia. India could become the next major partner. The logic is practical. Japan needs space, maritime safety zone

Saudi Arabia has American missiles, a military and a defence pact with Pakistan and Turkey. Yet it is reportedly offering $1 billion to the Houthis, through Iran, to stop the attacks. The optics are humiliating for a monarchy with $83 billion in weaponry. According to Israel Hayom, Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman flew to Tehran negotiating a ceasefire, though a Saudi official did not confirm any cash changed hands. The Houthis have targeted Saudi airports, oil facilities and trade rout

President Donald Trump has claimed that Venezuela sent him a gift of one million barrels of oil following what he described as the successful US takeover of the country. Speaking to reporters before departing for Texas, Trump said, We took over Venezuela very successfully, before revealing that Venezuela had sent him a million barrels of oil. I'm giving that to the United States, Trump added. He also predicted that oil prices would drop sharply in the near future. The remarks drew attention to T

US President Donald Trump floated the idea of renaming the Strait of Hormuz the Trump Strait during a speech in Corpus Christi, Texas, as he defended American military action against Iran. Trump claimed that the United States was achieving a major victory against Tehran and insisted that Washington had not started the conflict. He also claimed that more oil was flowing through the strategic waterway and suggested naming it after himself, asking the audience, Should we do it? The remarks came as

Gavin Newsom has taken a sarcastic swipe at Nicki Minaj amid speculation that the rapper could become the next White House press secretary. Responding to the rumours on X, the California governor wrote, We can only pray. The buzz intensified after White House communications director Steven Cheung shared a video interviewing Minaj aboard Air Force One and suggested she could be a contender for the role. However, no formal appointment has been announced. The exchange comes amid Newsom and Minajs o

US Vice President JD Vance hit back at a heckler during a campaign rally in Topeka, Kansas, accusing Democrats of trying to interrupt and shut down political debate. Vance argued that political disagreements should be debated openly rather than silenced through disruptions. Watch the exchange as Vance responds to the interruption and criticises his political opponents.