Kirill Dmitriev, Russia’s investment envoy, alleges that unnamed nations will attempt to sabotage the August 15 meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin through orchestrated provocations and disinformation. The summit, aimed at negotiating a ceasefire deal in the Ukraine conflict, has already provoked concerns among European and Ukrainian leaders regarding its…
US President Donald Trump on Friday warned of a ‘1929-style Great Depression’ if the court rules against tariffs. The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, is set to pass judgment on Trump’s tariffs as a case involving business and states that have been harmed by tariffs sits on its docket. “Tariffs are having…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has proposed a plan to take full control of the Gaza Strip, a small region along the Mediterranean coast where over two million Palestinians live. This plan, discussed in a security cabinet meeting on August 7, 2025, aims to expand Israel’s military operations in Gaza to defeat Hamas, a Palestinian…
In a move that has rattled global markets and shaken diplomatic ties, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping 50% tariff on Indian imports. The decision, made through a new executive order, doubles down on an earlier 25% tariff and marks one of the harshest trade actions ever taken by the U.S. against India….
On August 5, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump escalated trade tensions with India, threatening to “substantially” increase tariffs on Indian imports within 24 hours. This follows his earlier imposition of a 25% tariff on Indian goods, effective August 1, and an unspecified penalty for India’s continued purchase of Russian oil. Trump’s remarks, made in a…
Laura Loomer, the polarizing far-right activist known for her aggressive social media presence and unwavering loyalty to Donald Trump, is claiming a growing role in shaping the personnel dynamics of the Trump administration — from the outside. In a recent interview with CNN, Loomer openly took credit for the ousting of several high-ranking officials, including…
In a life-changing moment of fortune, Sabuj, a Bangladeshi expatriate living in Dubai, has won the grand prize of Dh20 million in the Big Ticket Series 277 draw, held on August 3, 2025. His winning ticket, number 194560, brought immense joy not only to him but to the wider Bangladeshi community in the UAE, which…
The United States, under President Donald Trump, has announced a new tariff policy: Pakistan’s tariffs are cut from 29% to 19%, while India faces a 25% tariff increase. This change will affect the economies, exports, and regional power of both countries. Below is a simple explanation of how this impacts Pakistan and India. Effects on…
US President Donald Trump has announced sealing a trade deal with Pakistan and said that Washington will work with Islamabad to develop what he described as the South Asian nation’s “massive oil reserves”. It is not immediately clear what massive oil reserves in Pakistan Trump was referring to. In a social media post, the US…
On July 30, 2025, US President Donald Trump announced via his Truth Social platform that the United States will impose a 25% tariff on all goods imported from India, effective August 1, 2025. Additionally, India will face an unspecified “penalty” due to its continued purchases of Russian military equipment and energy resources, particularly oil, amidst…
Syria will hold parliamentary elections in September, the head of a body tasked with organizing the election process told state media Sunday. Mohammed Taha al-Ahmad, chairman of the Higher Committee for People’s Assembly Elections, told state news agency SANA that elections will take place between Sept. 15 and 20. They will be the first to…
In the wake of the devastating intelligence failures surrounding the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, which resulted in 1,200 deaths and 251 abductions, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have embarked on a significant overhaul of their intelligence training programs. The IDF’s Intelligence Directorate, known as AMAN, has introduced mandatory Arabic language and Islamic studies…
In a provocative move that has sent shockwaves through global diplomatic and economic circles, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, a senior Republican and staunch ally of former President Donald Trump, has issued a stark warning to India, China, Brazil, and other nations continuing to import discounted Russian oil. During a fiery appearance on Fox News on…
Prince Khaled bin Talal has confirmed the passing of his son, Prince Alwaleed bin Khaled bin Talal, after nearly two decades in a coma caused by a tragic traffic accident in London in 2005. He was widely known as “The Sleeping Prince.” The funeral prayers will be held on Sunday at Imam Turki bin Abdullah…
Washington/New Delhi: On Friday, July 18, 2025, US President Donald Trump made a startling claim during a dinner with Republican members of Congress at the White House, stating that five planes were shot down during the May 2025 military conflict between India and Pakistan. He did not specify whether these were Indian or Pakistani planes…
Empowering Young Minds with AI: Students Get Access to Gemini 2.5 Pro, Veo, NotebookLM, and More In a major step towards making advanced artificial intelligence tools accessible to the youth of India, Google has launched a new initiative — “Gemini for Students” — offering eligible college students a free one-year subscription to its premium Gemini…
Linda Yaccarino has resigned as CEO of Elon Musk-owned X. The former NBCUniversal ad sales executive announced her decision on Wednesday via a post on social media, as per The Hollywood Reporter. “After two incredible years, I’ve decided to step down as CEO of X. When Elon Musk and I first spoke of his vision…
KERRVILLE, Texas — A sudden and relentless storm unleashed up to 15 inches of rain across parts of central Texas, triggering catastrophic flooding along the Guadalupe River in Kerrville over the July Fourth holiday weekend in 2025. The deluge, described by local meteorologists as a “once-in-a-generation event,” led to over 850 rescues as emergency services…
On July 5, 2025, billionaire tech entrepreneur Elon Musk officially announced the launch of a new political party in the United States called the “America Party.” The announcement came via a post on X (formerly Twitter) and follows a growing public feud between Musk and former President Donald Trump, particularly over a massive $3.3 trillion…
Tesla CEO and tech magnate Elon Musk has officially exited the Trump administration following a controversial 130-day tenure as a special government employee leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Musk’s time in government was marked by sweeping ambitions, bureaucratic clashes, and headline-making theatrics — but ended abruptly and without fanfare late Wednesday. Sudden Departure…