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Donald Trumps latest fiery clash with the press has reignited scrutiny of his combative exchanges with journalists after he blasted a Wall Street Journal reporter over a question about a possible US strike on Iran. The outburst comes days after the president branded NBC correspondent Monica Alba a horrible little reporter when she challenged his defence of Vivek Ramaswamys controversial campaign ad targeting Amy Acton in Ohio. Trumps repeated confrontations with reporters have also fuelled onlin
Irans Revolutionary Guards have warned that any renewed U.S.-Israeli attack could trigger what they described as an apocalyptic war whose consequences would extend far beyond Iran and affect the wider Middle East.IRGC spokesman Hossein Mohebbi said Tehran was prepared for a broader confrontation, while Irans military leadership also vowed to keep U.S. warships out of the Persian Gulf. The warning comes as Donald Trump keeps the possibility of fresh military action against Iran open.
Barack Obama has unleashed a blistering broadside against Donald Trump, accusing the president of profiting from the White House while rallying support for Democratic Senate hopeful Abdul El-Sayed in Detroit. The former president declared that change is in the air ahead of the November 3 midterms, branding the election a crucial chance to rein in Trumps administration. Obama also took aim at rising costs, political corruption and the presidents controversial White House renovations, urging voter
Senior Iranian lawmaker Ebrahim Azizi has warned that a single Israeli miscalculation against Iran could leave what Tehran calls the occupied territories uninhabitable in under an hour.Azizi posted the warning alongside a map highlighting major Israeli power plants, desalination facilities, refineries, strategic routes and the Dimona nuclear facility. His comments came as the United States reduced staffing at several Middle East embassies amid intelligence warnings over potential threats to Amer
Thousands of Israelis took to the streets of Tel Aviv on October 24 to protest against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his government, just days before Israels October 27 election. Demonstrators gathered at Hostages Square, demanding accountability for the security failures that preceded the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attack, which killed around 1,200 people and triggered the war in Gaza. Organised by the October Council, the protest brought together critics of Netanyahus leadership, inclu
India A struggled initially but found stability through an unbeaten partnership between Devdutt Padikkal and Sai Sudharsan. Padikkal scored 56 runs, while Sudharsan contributed 39 runs, helping the team recover. After a poor start, the duo added 96 runs without losing another wicket by the end of Day 2. Earlier, India's bowlers did well as Anshul Kamboj and Auqib Nabi took three wickets each.
Protests in Tirana escalated into clashes as demonstrators faced off with riot police during an anti-government rally. Protesters expressed their anger over alleged government corruption, unemployment, and education issues. The demonstrations also targeted government buildings and banks, leading to significant unrest in the city. The student-led protests represented a wider movement against corruption and called for governmental reforms.
A 28-year-old woman has taken the brave step of reporting her husband after an alleged assault sparked by a dispute over a vehicle. CCTV footage depicts the disturbing encounter, while neighbors came to her aid upon hearing her screams. Police are currently eyeing the medico-legal report as they prepare to move forward with the case.
France is grappling with severe economic challenges, marked by soaring public debt nearing 122% of GDP. With government expenditure exceeding 57% of the nation's economic output, the forecast of just a 0.4% growth raises concerns over financial stability. Protests centered on the rising cost of living showcase deeper political fractures. As the presidential succession nears, the economy stands as a pivotal issue for the electorate.
Union home minister Amit Shah announced Operation Trident, which targeted an international narcotics cartel in India. The operation, conducted in Assam, Mizoram, and Manipur, uncovered significant hawala transactions and led to arrests. Authorities froze numerous bank accounts and seized illegal items, including detonators and cash. Shah emphasized the government's commitment to eradicating drug networks by December 31, 2029.
KL Rahul struggled in the first unofficial Test against New Zealand A, scoring only four runs in two innings. In the first innings, he was dismissed for a duck after edging a catch to the wicketkeeper. His second innings ended in a bizarre hit-wicket dismissal as he accidentally struck the stumps with his bat. Rahul's two failures contributed to India A's batting collapse in the match.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has accused Washington of disrupting negotiations aimed at ending the war, while insisting that Tehran still believes a deal can be reached. In remarks broadcast on Iranian state television, Pezeshkian said Irans Supreme Leader had instructed officials to pursue and finalise an agreement, but accused the United States of breaking the rules while the two sides were holding talks. Pezeshkian also warned that a clear plan to end the conflict cannot be developed w
Former US President Barack Obama has launched a sharp attack on President Donald Trump, accusing him of using the presidency to benefit himself and his family. Campaigning for Abdul El-Sayed, Obama alleged that no president had engaged in such extensive grifting at taxpayers expense or been so intent on selling political favours. Obama told the crowd that the number of deals involving Trump and his family had become impossible to keep track of, prompting chants of Vote! from the audience. Obama
US President Donald Trump has launched a fresh attack on Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, reviving allegations surrounding her name, marriage and family ties. Speaking publicly, Trump questioned Omars identity, referred to long-running allegations that she married her brother, and criticised her over her comments on constitutional rights and her Somali origins. Trump also blamed Omar and her political allies for what he described as the deterioration of Minnesota. He claimed his administrati
Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan are investing $50 million to establish STEM labs and an AI center at Sacramento State University. This generous donation aims to transform vacant state office buildings into a thriving downtown campus. California Governor Gavin Newsom emphasized this initiative will enhance the tech job talent pipeline, while the couple shifts their philanthropic efforts toward biomedical AI, aligning with Metas vision for innovation and education.

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