Axel Springer to buy UKs Telegraph in 575m deal, Financial Times reports
Telegraph Media Group and RedBird IMI have not immediately responded to Reuters requests for comment
Team Noem Fires Back at White House, Suggests Trump Lied About Ad Campaign
White House glorifies Iran strikes with Hollywood & anime: Justice the American way sparks outrage
The White House posted a 42-second, trailer-style montage celebrating USIsraeli strikes on Iran, blending real drone footage with Hollywood, anime, and video-game clips. Phrases like Justice the American Way frame war as spectacle, drawing viral attention and criticism. Observers condemned the surreal, propagandistic tone, noting copyright concerns, ironic film choices, and the ethical risk of trivializing deadly military operations.
Arguments begin after Defense Department restricts press access at the Pentagon
50 Israeli jets dismantle bunker under Tehran leadership compound
Separately, Qatar intercepted a drone aimed at Al-Udeid Air Base, a key US military hub
Revolutionary Chinese 'Gran Turismo' hyper car lets air pass through its bodywork
Was Spain the true heir to the Byzantine Empire? The story of a lost imperial claim
After the fall of Constantinople in 1453, the exiled Byzantine claimant Andreas Palaiologos bequeathed the imperial title in 1502 to Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile. Though the Spanish monarchy theoretically inherited the Byzantine claim, it remained purely symbolic as Spain focused on Atlantic expansion and Mediterranean power rather than attempting to restore the fallen empire.
Irans President Pezeshkian confirms mediation efforts; IRGC warns of prolonged war
Irans Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf claimed on Friday (March 6, 2026) that Iranian attacks forced the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier to retreat
Exclusive-Iran spent years fostering proxies in Iraq. Now, many arent eager to join the war
Watch: Sri Lanka evacuates 208 crew from second Iranian ship
Sri Lanka is evacuating 208 crew members from an Iranian naval ship IRINS Bushehr stranded near its territorial waters, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said on March 5, 2026, a day after a U.S. submarine torpedoed another Iranian warship off Sri Lankas southern coast, killing at least 84 sailors and widening the war in West Asia into the Indian Ocean region.
Rapists 'dehumanised' teenage girl in joint attack
UN refugee agency declares major humanitarian emergency in West Asia
Israel has issued large-scale evacuation orders for southern Lebanon and parts of Beirut amid hostilities with the Iran-backed Lebanese group Hezbollah
'I launched my company before AI was sexy theatre school helped me'
Who is Nancy Grewal? Indian-origin influencer stabbed to death in Canada as family reveals threats
Sensex tumbles over 1,000 points as Israel-US-Iran tensions push crude oil higher
Mumbai: Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled over 1 per cent on Friday after a days breather as the conflict in the Middle East entered its seventh day, driving crude oil prices higher. Weakness in the US equities, subdued trend in European markets and relentless foreign fund outflows also dampened sentiments. Also ReadLIVE 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 .
Gulf states weigh pulling investments from US, as war impacts budget: Report
The sovereign wealth funds and investment pledges of Gulf allies to Washington have come under doubt after the US and Israel began a war on Iran. According to a report in theFinancial Times, three of the four major Gulf economies Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Kuwait and Qatar have quietly begun 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 .
Inside Irans digital blackout: How a war-time internet shutdown endangers civilians
The blackout is powered by Irans National Information Network, a system designed to disconnect citizens from the global web while keeping state-controlled services and local platforms running
Ukraine accuses Hungary of taking hostage bank employees who were carrying $82 million
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said the employees of Oschadbank had been transporting cash from Austria back to Ukraine via Hungary when they were detained. He said their whereabouts were currently unknown
Iran has not shut Strait of Hormuz: Dy FM Saeed Khatibzadeh dismisses closure claims
Khatibzadeh says there is no immediate intention to block the waterway
US-Israel-Iran conflict: UAE warns against filming or sharing footage of missile debris sites
Israel strikes Beirut as Iran fires missiles at Tel Aviv in escalating West Asia war
Irans Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said the attack on Tel Aviv was part of the 21st wave of its Operation True Promise 4, involving missiles and drones
Watch: U.S. has just begun fight in Iran: Defense Secretary
Kosovo President dissolves Parliament, calls snap election after failed presidential vote
Kosovo already held a snap election on December 28 after failing to form a government following the February 2025 poll
U.S. aims to exhume and identify 88 USS Arizona crew members buried as unknowns after Pearl Harbor
The Arizona sank just nine minutes after being bombed, and its 1,177 dead account for nearly half the servicemen killed in the attack. Today the battleship still lies where it hit bottom, with more than 900 sailors and Marines are entombed inside
Airspace closure continues: Qatar Airways extends flight suspension
Qatar Airways has halted flights due to airspace closure, urging passengers to await official confirmation before heading to the airport. Operations will resume once authorities declare the airspace safe. Passengers will receive updates on March 7, 2026, and the airline is arranging relief flights. Safety remains paramount.
PM Orban says Hungary will stop transit shipments crucial for Ukraine
Prime Minister Orban accused Kyiv of blackmail and said Hungary would use all means at its disposal until oil flows resume
Singapore announces new committee to strengthen Indian community identity
The INEI committee will be chaired by Senior Minister of State for Transport and Law Murali Pillai, as well as Minister of State for Culture, Community and Youth Dinesh Vasu Dash, both of whom are of Indian origin
South Korea, U.S. militaries discuss moving Patriot missiles to Iran war, Seoul says
Cho Hyun was responding to questions at a Parliamentary hearing following media reports on March 6 that units of the U.S. mobile missile interceptor system had been moved to the Osan Air Base in South Korea from other locations in the country
Iranian Minister at Raisina Dialogue slams U.S. attack on 'unarmed' vessel returning from India
Saeed Khatibzadeh, blasting the U.S. for killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, said cherry-picking of international law cannot be acceptable.
SpiceJet to operate 14 special flights from UAE on March 6
The carrier will operate 9 flights from Fujairah to Mumbai, 4 services to Delhi and 1 from Dubai to Pune, according to a statement
Justice Department publishes missing Epstein files involving uncorroborated claim about Trump
The accuser was interviewed by the FBI four times as it sought to assess her account but a summary of only one of those interviews had been included in the publicly released files
Intense Israeli strikes hit Iran, Lebanon as U.S. warns bombardment will 'surge dramatically'
Iran launched new retaliatory attacks in West Asia at the end of a full week of bombardment, which U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warned was about to surge dramatically. Israel's military said on March 6 that it had begun a broad-scale wave of strikes on Tehran, Iran's capital
Japan says second citizen held in Iran
The identity of the second Japanese person held, the date as well as other details of the arrest are unclear
Australia forces porn sites to block under-18s from March 9
Some sites in Australia had already barred non-members on March 6 and were refusing new registrations, days before being obliged to use age verification technology to keep out underage users
Australian troops on board U.S. submarine that sank Iranian ship: PM Anthony Albanese
The personnel were on the submarine as part of training arrangements under AUKUS, a multi-decade defence pact with Britain and the United States, Mr. Albanese said
U.S. judge to meet parties on Trump-tariff refunds in closed-door 'settlement conference'
Government lawyers have said the process for refunding President Donald Trumps signature tariffs was unprecedented in scope and would require manual review of tens of millions of tariff payments.
Dubai Mall visitors stunned as UAE President appears for public iftar during regional tensions
Trump takes forceful steps to pressure Latin American leaders to reduce China ties
Under pressure from President Donald Trump, who had threatened to take the Panama Canal back under U.S. control, the Panamanian government seized two ports at either end of the canal that had been run by a Hong Kong company
Donald Trump takes forceful steps to pressure Latin American leaders to reduce China ties
As tensions rise, the US is strategically countering China's expanding influence in Latin America by implementing travel restrictions and advising nations on the risks associated with Chinese investments. Meanwhile, China is not backing down, ramping up its engagement through infrastructure loans and favorable trade agreements.
Cuba reports fifth death from U.S. speedboat shootout
The shootout occurred on February 25 when a coast guard boat approached the vessel to demand identification, and the crew responded by opening fire.
Iran barrage sweeps West Asia as Trump weighs in on succession
NATO said its increasing its alliance-wide ballistic missile defence posture following the downing on Wednesday of an Iranian missile heading toward Turkish airspace
Bangladesh faces steep rise in LNG prices after Qatar supply halt
One shipment from Gunvor will cost $28.28 per million British thermal units (mmBtu) and is expected to arrive on March 1516, while another from Vitol, priced at $23.08 per mmBtu, is due on for March 18-19, a senior Petrobangla official said.
Isolated and under fire: Iran strikes out as Russia and China stand aside
Hong Kong ex-media mogul Jimmy Lai will not appeal national security conviction, legal team says
The legal team for Hong Kong pro-democracy ex-publisher Jimmy Lai says he will not appeal the national security conviction for which he was sentenced to 20 years in prison
Nepal election results: RSP leading in 23 seats as per initial results
Nepal witnessed about 60% voter turnout during the elections to the House of Representatives on Thursday the country's first polls since violent Gen Z protests that toppled the K P Sharma Oli-led coalition government last year.
Three Australian personnel were onboard American submarine that sank Iranian navy ship off Sri Lanka, Australian PM says
Dubai's KHDA moves Indian schools to distance learning till term end amid US-Israel war on Iran
Dubai's education regulator has extended distance learning for Indian curriculum schools until the end of the academic term. This decision, impacting CBSE and ICSE students, is a precautionary measure amid regional security concerns due to the Iran-Israel-US war. The new academic year will commence on April 6, 2026, ensuring continuity and safety for thousands of students.
Six people were injured in Abu Dhabi by falling drone debris after air defences intercepted projectiles amid escalating Iran-Israel-US tensions. This incident highlights the risks of falling fragments even during successful interceptions. The UAE is urging residents to stay informed and follow safety advisories as regional conflicts spill into civilian areas.
Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem after mounting criticism over her leadership
Oklahoma Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin says he has no idea how quickly his nomination to replace Kristi Noem at the Department of Homeland Security will move
Missile interceptions are now a reality for Gulf residents. Fragments from intercepted threats are falling, causing injuries and damage. Authorities in the UAE are issuing crucial safety advice. Residents must stay calm, move away from debris, seek shelter indoors and report any findings immediately. Never touch or approach suspicious objects. Official updates are vital for safety during these uncertain times.
West Asia on fire: On the Israeli-American war against Iran
India should oppose the U.S.s attempt to widen the war to the Indian Ocean
Jay Shah meets Jammu & Kashmir cricket team after historic Ranji Trophy win
After scripting history by winning their maiden Ranji Trophy title, the J&K cricket team met ICC Chairman Jay Shah, who congratulated the players for their remarkable achievement. The BCCI described the victory as a landmark moment for cricket in the region and praised the team's grit and perseverance.
Kavinder Gupta resigns as Ladakh LG, appointed Himachal Pradesh governor
In a significant reshuffle of gubernatorial posts, Kavinder Gupta resigned as the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh and was immediately appointed Governor of Himachal Pradesh by President Droupadi Murmu. The announcement was part of a broader set of appointments and transfers involving several Governors and Lieutenant Governors across the country.
Map shows what happens if British cities nuked as global chaos continues
As tensions escalate across the global community, the Mirror takes a look at the horrifying impact contemporary nuclear weapons could have if dropped ... Map shows what happens if British cities nuked as global chaos continues
'We were on holiday with our son now we're holed up in a Dubai hotel with no windows'
Glyn Tookey, his wife and son, have been told to hunker down in a 'windowless room' at their hotel after missiles started raining down during their Du... 'We were on holiday with our son now we're holed up in a Dubai hotel with no windows'
UAE shoppers are facing rising fruit and vegetable prices, attributed to geopolitical tensions amid Iran-US-Israel war, impacting shipping and air freight. Despite stable supply chains, increased fuel, transport and insurance costs are pushing up prices for perishable goods. While authorities assure food security remains strong, consumers may see continued price fluctuations.
MrBeast's company fired a video editor after Kalshi accused the employee of insider trading
Twenty-four U.S. states announce lawsuit to stop Trumps latest global tariffs
The states are asking the court to issue an order that would block the new tariffs and order any tariff payments already made under Section 122 authority to be refunded
U.S. and West Asia nations seek Kyiv's drone expertise: Zelenskyy
Assistance in countering Iranian drones will be provided only if it does not weaken Ukraine's own defences, and if it adds leverage to Kyiv's diplomatic efforts to stop Russia, the President said
Nepal election: Voting concludes with preliminary turnout around 60%
The Election Commission had set up 23,112 polling centres at 10,963 polling stations across 77 districts
Sinking of Iranian ship brings war to region, say Sri Lankan and Maldivian leaders
They call for closer communication on the issue with India as a net security provider in the region
The legality of U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran
U.S., Israel launch strikes on Iran as a pre-emptive response to an imminent threat, raising questions about the legality of the use of force under the UN Charter; missile strike on a girls primary school raises concerns over violations of International Humanitarian Law, particularly the principles of distinction, proportionality, precaution
Conflicts cant be resolved solely by military action, says PM Modi on West Asia, Ukraine
Finland President Alexander Stubb says international politics was unpredictable, where might is right and violence have once again become a foreign policy tool of choice
Sri Lanka says it is trying to safeguard lives on second Iranian ship after US sinks frigate
YouTuber was filming in N.J. forest when he accidentally captured something chilling on camera
Voting concludes peacefully in Nepal
Kathmandu: Tens of thousands of Nepalese voted on Thursday, March 5, in the crucial parliamentary elections to elect a new prime minister, six months after violent Gen Z protests toppled the K P Sharma Oli-led coalition government. The election is being closely watched by India, which hopes for a stable government in the politically fragile 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 .
Watch: Ex-Marine protests U.S.Israeli operation against Iran,arm broken in clash
Former U.S. Marine Sergeant Brian McGuinness was removed from a Senate Armed Services Subcommittee hearing after interrupting proceedings to protest the ongoing U.S.Israeli military operation against Iran.
Spain, Italy and Netherlands join European naval deployment to Cyprus
Explained | Irans political system
Unlike the President, the Supreme Leader doesnt have any fixed term. Since the 1979 revolution, Iran has had only two Supreme Leaders Khomeini (who died in 1989) and Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated by a joint American-Israeli strike on February 28, 2026
The mystery of the Babushka Lady: The unidentified woman linked to John F. Kennedys assassination
Watch: NATO chief defends praise for Trump despite criticism
Nvidia halts China-bound H200 output, FT reports
Iranian bombers were 'minutes away' from striking US base in Qatar
Nepal polls: a defining moment that asks many questions
No party is expected to win a majority on its own; while Balendra Shah is the frontrunner, he may need support from the older political elite who too are eyeing a comeback after the Gen Z protests
West Asia conflict: Dubais Emirates announces partial resumption of flights
Over 100 flights will depart from Dubai and return on March 5 and 6, the airlines said
India-Canada uranium deal and Indias nuclear programme | Explained
India has increasingly relied on imported uranium, which currently meets nearly three-fourths of the civilian need
Minuteman III: doomsday missile of U.S. amid escalating war tensions with Iran
The Minuteman III is an intercontinental ballistic missile and forms one of the three pillars of the United States nuclear triad.
US-Israel war with Iran: Why various Gulf countries are angry with the UK and Keir Starmer
Congress wants India to blindly side with Iran, even China distancing itself from Tehran: BJP
India's foreign policy, Amit Malviya added, must be guided by national interest and the safety of its citizens, not by the compulsions of Congress' outdated ideological reflexes.
'I thought I was losing my mind.' For menopausal women, a new diagnosis is on the rise.
The Hindu e-book on Iran offers a look at threats facing the Islamic Republic
This e-book explores a nation grappling with the gradual decay of its original revolutionary ideals, its Resistance Economy that is designed to survive but not thrive, and the future of the Axis of Resistance.
Sri Lanka says second Iranian ship awaits entry
Sri Lanka on Wednesday (March 4, 2026) said it had recovered over 80 bodies of Iranian sailors killed after a U.S. submarine attack sank the Iranian frigate - IRIS Dena - off Galle, the island's southern coastal town
Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda hosted a star-studded reception in Hyderabad on March 4. D.K. Shivakumar, Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka attended. Apart from him, many Bollywood and South film stars arrived to bless the couple.
US companies entitled to refunds for Trump tariffs, court rules
Ruling follows Supreme Court decision striking down Trumps sweeping IEEPA tariffs
