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Elon Musk loses blockbuster OpenAI suit as jury says too late

The swift decision caps a three-week trial that saw a parade of tech titans take the stand

The Hindu 19 May 2026 8:12 am

Trump says good chance of Iran nuclear deal after US pauses strike plan

As the US-Israeli war on Iran entered its 81st day on Tuesday, May 19, US President Donald Trump said that there was a very good chance of reaching a nuclear agreement with Tehran after Washington postponed a planned military attack. Speaking during a healthcare affordability event at the White House, Trump said the United States Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 19 May 2026 8:07 am

Congo Ebola outbreak timeline: How the deadly virus spread across borders

The outbreak, caused by the rarer Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, has already killed more than 100 people and prompted the World Health Organization to declare a public health emergency of international concern

The Hindu Businessline 19 May 2026 8:00 am

Hope PM Modi will use channels to Russia to help bring ceasefire in Ukraine: Norway PM Store

Speaking to Indian journalists, Mr. Store says he hopes India will put pressure on Russia by cutting oil imports

The Hindu 19 May 2026 7:58 am

US Department of Justice drops all charges against Adani, court dismisses case

New York: In yet another significant development, the US Department of Justice has permanently dropped all criminal charges against Gautam Adani and his nephew, Sagar Adani, in an alleged securities and wire fraud case. In a filing before the Eastern District of New York, the US Department of Justice requested dismissal of the indictment against Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 19 May 2026 7:43 am

Trump holds off Iran strikes planned for Tuesday at request of Arab leaders

Trump claimed that new negotiations are underway aimed at securing a deal that would ensure Iran does not develop nuclear weapons

The Hindu Businessline 19 May 2026 6:29 am

US extends sanctions waiver for Russian oil already at sea

Washington: The United States has extended by a month a waiver from sanctions on Russian oil already at sea, according to an official statement. The US Department of the Treasury issued an order on Monday extending the waiver from sanctions on Russian oil stranded at sea on or before April 17 through June 17. Effective Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 19 May 2026 6:05 am

U.S. to screen for Ebola at airports, one American in Democratic Republic of Congo infected

The measures shared by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) come as the World Health Organisation has declared the deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) an international health emergency

The Hindu 19 May 2026 5:01 am

Ashok Saraf, wife bring Marathi tradition to Cannes; PAK actor Sanam Saeed's saree look reminds fans of Aishwarya Rai

Veteran Marathi actor Ashok Saraf, 78, walked the Cannes red carpet alongside his wife, Nivedita Saraf, in traditional Maharashtrian outfits. The actor wore an elegant ivory bandhgala and greeted the international paps with folded hands. Take a look at other celebrities who have taken over the Cannes red carpet so far.

IBTimes 19 May 2026 3:20 am

'Kriti Sanon is F*****G hot': Rashmika Mandanna gushes over co-star; shrugs off Shahid Kapoor as he wraps his arm around her

At the Cocktail 2 song launch in Mumbai, Rashmika Mandanna praised her co-star Kriti Sanon on stage. However, Rashmika shrugged off Shahid when he placed his arm around her shoulder, fuelling rumours of tension between the trio.

IBTimes 19 May 2026 3:17 am

Two suspects in shooting at San Diego mosque dead, police source says

Authorities earlier said they believe multiple people have been shot at the Islamic Centre about 9 miles (14 km) north of downtown San Diego

The Hindu 19 May 2026 2:59 am

Collaboration with India will help counter future pandemics, says African Union as Ebola outbreak spreads

AU says India-Africa Forum Summit on track. US Embassy in Uganda stops visa service

The Hindu 19 May 2026 2:12 am

Trump says delaying Iran attack at request of Gulf leaders

Donald Trump said he had further instructed them to be prepared to go forward with a full, large scale assault of Iran, on a moments notice, in the event that an acceptable Deal is not reached

The Hindu 19 May 2026 1:48 am

Ridiculous amount Ronda Rousey earned revealed after finishing opponent in just 15 seconds

Ronda Rouseys shock return ended in just 15 seconds as she submitted Gina Carano and immediately retired, headlining a spectacle-driven MVP card in Inglewood. Despite the brief contest, both fighters earned multimillion-dollar payouts, with Rousey reportedly making $2.2 million. The event highlighted huge financial incentives, but also sparked debate over entertainment value, fighter pay and the legitimacy of nostalgia-fuelled MMA spectacles.

The Times of India 19 May 2026 1:17 am

Trump considers military action after US rejects Iran nuclear proposal

US President Donald Trump is considering possible military action against Iran after Washington rejected Tehrans revised nuclear proposal, Axios reported on Monday, May 18. Trump is expected to meet senior national security officials on Tuesday, May 19, as negotiations over Irans nuclear programme remain deadlocked. According to Axios, US officials believe Irans latest proposal failed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 18 May 2026 11:47 pm

Keir Starmer will not set out a timetable to quit: U.K. Deputy PM

Lawmaker Wes Streeting, who quit as Health Minister last week, said on Saturday (May 17) he would stand in any formal leadership contest.

The Hindu 18 May 2026 11:20 pm

Video: Messi 'scolds' die-hard fans after they stage protest claiming 'lack of respect' from players

Inter Miamis 20 win over Portland Timbers was overshadowed by a coordinated protest from supporters who withheld chants and displays over a lack of player acknowledgment. Lionel Messi scored and assisted but was later involved in a tense exchange as fans demanded recognition. Despite the result boosting their Eastern Conference position, the night exposed growing friction between players and the clubs supporter base.

The Times of India 18 May 2026 11:13 pm

U.S. extends sanctions waiver on Russian at-sea oil by 30 days

The latest temporary 30-day general license will provide the most vulnerable nations with the ability to temporarily access Russian oil currently stranded at sea, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in a social media post.

The Hindu 18 May 2026 10:59 pm

U.S. Justice Department drops all charges against Gautam Adani; case closed permanently

The case turned in Adanis favour after prosecutors found no clear U.S. linkages and insufficient evidence to sustain the allegations, according to people familiar with the matter

The Hindu 18 May 2026 10:38 pm

EUs Ursula von der Leyen wants to seal investment agreement with India, calls it missing puzzle

The investment agreement was being negotiated along with the trade deal but could not be finalised due to differences between the two sides, with dispute resolution being the most notable

The Hindu 18 May 2026 8:43 pm

U.S. has shown flexibility on Iran maintaining limited nuclear activities, source says

The source said that on the issue of Irans frozen assets, however, Washington has so far only agreed to free one quarter of those assets according to a phased timetable.

The Hindu 18 May 2026 7:44 pm

PM Modi receives Norways highest civilian honour

The Grand Cross is the highest grade of the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit and it is awarded for exceptional service in advancing Norways interests and international relations

The Hindu 18 May 2026 7:17 pm

Iran announces new regulatory body to manage Strait of Hormuz

The announcement signals the formal establishment of a dedicated body overseeing developments and operations linked to the Strait of Hormu

The Hindu Businessline 18 May 2026 7:07 pm

PM Modi calls for peaceful resolution of conflicts in West Asia and Ukraine

India and Norway, both, believe in a rules-based order, dialogue, and diplomacy. We agree that no issue can be resolved through military conflict alone, Mr. Modi said in his televised statement to the media.

The Hindu 18 May 2026 7:03 pm

Pakistan deploys jet squadron, thousands of troops to Saudi Arabia amid escalating Iran war tensions

Pakistan has reportedly deployed fighter jets and thousands of troops to Saudi Arabia under a defense agreement as regional tensions involving Iran continue to escalate.

The Hindu 18 May 2026 6:34 pm

Revised Iranian proposal to end war shared with U.S., Pakistani source says

Tehran wants compensation for war damage, an end to the U.S. naval blockade, a guarantee of no further attacks, and resumption of Iranian oil sales

The Hindu 18 May 2026 6:18 pm

Congo announces three Ebola treatment centres in Ituri region amid outbreak

Health authorities say the current outbreak, first confirmed on Friday (May 15, 2026), is caused by the Bundibugyo virus, a rare variant of the Ebola disease that has no approved therapeutics or vaccines

The Hindu 18 May 2026 6:07 pm

Messi secretly training harder than ever for final World Cup, teammate reveals intense new regime

Lionel Messis relentless pursuit of excellence appears far from over. Despite remaining publicly undecided about the 2026 FIFA World Cup, his intensified training regime alongside Rodrigo De Paul signals serious intent. The Inter Miami duo are pushing beyond club requirements, blending physical discipline with mental determination. For Argentina, this commitment reflects a squad still driven by ambition, belief, and the hunger to defend their world crown.

The Times of India 18 May 2026 6:06 pm

Political tensions escalate as Philippines Senate begins vice-presidential impeachment proceedings

The Philippine Senate formally opened impeachment proceedings against the vice president as political tensions continued to intensify.

The Hindu 18 May 2026 6:02 pm

Gold edges higher from over one-and-a-half-month low but higher yields cap gains

Spot gold was up 0.2% at $4,546.04 per ounce, as of 09:07 GMT (Greenwich Mean Time), after hitting its lowest level since March 30 earlier in the session. U.S. gold futures for June delivery lost 0.3% to $4,549.70

The Hindu 18 May 2026 5:41 pm

Taiwan would welcome its President speaking to Trump, Taiwanese Minister says

Taiwan Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi said the government was seeking confirmation from the United States about whether Mr. Trump wanted to speak to Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te

The Hindu 18 May 2026 5:17 pm

India fails to bridge divide over Iran war at BRICS summit

New Delhi releases a chairs statement instead of a joint communique, citing differences among members over the situation in West Asia

The Hindu Businessline 18 May 2026 5:16 pm

IED blast kills three, including tribal chief, in northwestPakistan

The blast occurred in a busy plaza in Wana town of South Waziristan district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province

The Hindu 18 May 2026 5:09 pm

Nigeria, U.S. carry out new strikes on Islamic State in Nigeria: AFRICOM

Northern Nigeria has faced the double threat of attacks from jihadist groups allied to IS and from criminal gangs that stalk villages and carry out mass kidnappings

The Hindu 18 May 2026 5:06 pm

46 children, adults kidnapped in southern Nigeria school attack: Christian group

CAN president for Oyo state, Elisha Olukayode Ogundiya, said that 46 persons, mostly children, aged from two to 16 were seized in the attacks in the southwestern state on May 15

The Hindu 18 May 2026 4:58 pm

How Indias LPG shortage is driving up Californias gasoline prices

Shrinking alkylate supply (motor fuel additives made using LPG as feedstock) from India and reduced Asian exports are driving up pump prices in California

The Hindu Businessline 18 May 2026 4:48 pm

Hungarian President rejects resignation pressure from PM Magyar

Hungarys President has reportedly refused to step down despite growing pressure from opposition leader Pter Magyar, according to local media reports

The Hindu 18 May 2026 4:40 pm

Pakistans early market shutdown triggers economic tremors

Critics contend that the policy severely dampens economic activity while yielding negligible benefits in energy conservation.

The Hindu Businessline 18 May 2026 4:32 pm

Iran officially announces new body to manage Strait of Hormuz: top security council

Iran has established a new authority to manage the Strait of Hormuz. This vital waterway has been effectively closed by Tehran, which intends to charge ships for passage. The new body will provide updates on operations and developments. Iran's control over the strait has impacted global markets.

The Economic Times 18 May 2026 4:19 pm

China committed to not providing material support to Iran: U.S. trade representative Jamieson Greer

U.S. trade representative Jamieson Greer says they have strategic stability with China and Donald Trump is not seeking to have joint military operations with the Chinese

The Hindu 18 May 2026 3:49 pm

Freedom of speech 'not an absolute right', Hong Kong trial of Tiananmen activists hears

Hong Kong and Macau were once the only places in China where people could publicly mourn Beijing's deadly crackdown on pro-democracy demonstrators in Tiananmen Square on June 4, 1989

The Hindu 18 May 2026 3:42 pm

Iran officially announces new body to manage Strait of Hormuz

Iran has largely blocked shipping through the vital strait since the outbreak of war with the United States and Israel on February 28

The Hindu 18 May 2026 3:37 pm

How Trump's crypto venture and Iran's top exchange tapped into the same industry networks

Sun and Binance, the crypto exchange owned by Zhao, are both prominent backers of World Liberty Financial, the crypto firm co-founded by Trump and his family

The Hindu Businessline 18 May 2026 3:30 pm

Belarus holds nuclear weapons drills, Defence Ministry says

The Defence Ministry said the training was not directed against any other State and did not pose security threats in the region

The Hindu 18 May 2026 2:24 pm

Gulf of Oman will become your graveyard: Iran issues stark warning to US

Regional tensions escalated sharply on Monday, May 18, after senior Iranian official Mohsen Rezaei warned the United States to end its naval blockade, saying the Gulf could become a graveyard for American forces if the confrontation deepens. Rezaei, a member of Tehrans Expediency Council and former commander of Irans Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), described Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 18 May 2026 2:24 pm

More than 30 wounded in Russian attacks on Ukraine overnight

Moscow has been Ukrainian cities since it invaded more than four years ago but the latest Russian attack comes after both sides traded some of their bloodiest strikes in months

The Hindu 18 May 2026 2:19 pm

Malaysia ends Indonesia migrant boat search, 16 bodies recovered

The migrants were trying to reach several destinations in Malaysia, including Penang, Terengganu, Selangor and Kuala Lumpur for work

The Hindu 18 May 2026 2:09 pm

Secret cable shows US sought ouster of Imran Khan as Pakistan PM

A classified Pakistani diplomatic cable that Imran Khan has long cited as proof that the United States engineered his removal from power has been published in full for the first time. Cable I-0678, stamped secret, marked no circulation and dated March 7, 2022 published by US investigative news outlet Drop Site News documents Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 18 May 2026 2:01 pm

Ebola declared a public health emergency, ahead of World Health Assembly starting today

The UN Health agency also clarified that the outbreak did not meet the criteria of a pandemic emergency

The Hindu Businessline 18 May 2026 1:30 pm

Hantavirus-stricken cruise ship expected to arrive in Netherlands

Crew members who are unable to return home will be quarantined in the Netherlands, the Dutch Health Ministry said last week

The Hindu 18 May 2026 1:16 pm

Australia orders China-linked investors to sell stakes in rare earths firm

Northern Minerals is vying to challenge China's dominance of dysprosium production, a rare earth mineral used to make high-performance magnets used in electric vehicles

The Hindu 18 May 2026 12:14 pm

Indian student killed in road accident near Chicago

Local media reports identified the student at Navya Gadusu, who was pronounced dead at 12:16 am on Sunday (May 17, 2026), by the Lake County Coroners office

The Hindu 18 May 2026 11:17 am

Pakistan forces kill 35 terrorists in Balochistan operation, capture 3 high-profile commanders

The Pakistan military is yet to release a statement regarding this latest anti-terror operation

The Hindu 18 May 2026 10:44 am

US, Iran far from Hormuz deal as Trump says clock ticking

US President Donald Trump signalled his patience is wearing thin, posting on social media Sunday that For Iran, the Clock is Ticking, and they better get moving, FAST, or there wont be anything left of them. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE!

The Hindu Businessline 18 May 2026 10:22 am

US Treasury allows sanctions waiver on Russian seaborne oil to lapse

Decision leaves India and other buyers exposed as oil tops $100.

The Hindu Businessline 18 May 2026 10:15 am

Dangerous escalation: India expresses concerns on drone attack targeting UAE's Barakah nuclear facility

The statement comes after the UAE confirmed attack targeting an electricity generator outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the Al Dhafra region was carried out by a drone

The Hindu Businessline 18 May 2026 9:57 am

China agrees to boost trade for US agri products following Trump-Xi summit

China would restore market access for US beef and resume imports of poultry from US states determined by the US Department of Agriculture to be free of the bird flu

The Hindu Businessline 18 May 2026 9:48 am

Oil prices surge as Trump considers action against Iran

Oil prices climbed sharply on Monday, May 18, as US President Donald Trump weighed possible military action against Iran amid deepening tensions across the Gulf region and continued uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz. The conflict entered its 80th day with diplomatic efforts appearing increasingly fragile, while concerns over energy supplies and regional security pushed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 18 May 2026 8:58 am