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India is a 'Great Friend' of Bangladesh, Says PM Sheikh Hasina After Her Election Victory
The 76-year-old leader, who has been ruling the strategically located South Asian nation since 2009, secured a fifth overall term in the one-sided election on Sunday, which witnessed a low turnout
Iranian Woman Receives 74 Lashes for 'Violating Public Morals'
Iran faces backlash as woman whipped 74 times for dress code violation, sparking outrage and renewing concerns over human rights
Kingdom of Bhutan to Vote as Economic Strife Hits 'National Happiness'
Bhutan faces economic challenges as it holds elections prioritizing "Gross National Happiness." Youth unemployment, migration, and economic promises are key
'Our Trusted Friend': Bangladesh PM Hasina Expresses Gratitude to India on Election Day
Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina expresses gratitude to India, recalling support during Liberation War. Highlights democracy's role after casting vote in general elections
Alaska Airlines Grounds Boeing 737-9 Fleet After Scary Visuals Of Mid-Air Window Blowout Surface
Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 makes emergency landing after depressurization incident. NTSB and FAA investigate; Boeing and airline respond
US Offers $10 Million 'Reward for Justice' for Info Thwarting Hamas Financial Network
US announces $10M rewards for information on designated Hamas financiers and disruption of their financial networks
'White House for Sale': Report Says Foreign Govts Paid Trump Firms Millions During His Presidency
Congressional report alleges Trump's businesses received $7.8 million from foreign governments, violating constitutional ban
'Significant Escalation': North Korea Supplied Russia with Missiles for Ukraine Attacks, Says White House
The White House said Russian forces launched at least one of the North Korean-supplied missiles on December 30, which landed in an open field in the Zaporizhzhia region
Houthis launch sea drone to attack ships hours after US, allies issue 'final warning'
An armed unmanned surface vessel launched from Houthicontrolled Yemen got within a “couple of miles” of U.S. Navy and commercial vessels in the Red Sea before detonating on Thursday, just hours after the White House and a host of partner nations issued a...
India, Nepal Ink Long-Term Power Deal During Jaishankar's Kathmandu Visit
Nepal signs agreement to export 10,000 MW of electricity to India in the next 10 years. Bilateral meeting strengthens energy ties between the two nations
'Make Britain Great': Right-wing Fringe Group Reform UK Threatens Tories Ahead of General Elections
Formed by populist Nigel Farage, Reform is trying to tap into disgruntlement arising from the worst cost-of-living crisis in decades and is polling at around 10% in national surveys before the vote
Spain: Illegal Migrant Arrivals Nearly Doubled in 2023, Register Over 82% Jump from 2022
Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez last month hailed an agreement to reform the European Union's migration laws, saying it was key to his nation's ability to better manage arrivals and its border
Teen Alleges Gang Rape in Metaverse: UK Home Minister Backs Police Probe into Incident
The UK police are probing the virtual ‘gang rape’ which involved a 16-year-old girl's avatar in a metaverse VR game.
Gaza Fighting Rages After Israel Warns War Will Last All Year
Hamas-run Gaza's health ministry said 70 people were killed and more than 100 wounded in the past 24 hours during Israeli raids
US Aircraft Carrier Sent to Mediterranean to Deter Threats to Regional Stability to Return to Base
The US Navy said it still has extensive presence in the region and the defence department said it will rely on USS Dwight D. Eisenhower carrier strike group to tackle threats.
Taiwan's President Tsai Urges China To Seek 'Peaceful Coexistence'
Taiwan is less than two weeks from an election, closely watched from Beijing to Washington as it determines the future of the self-ruled island's relations with an increasingly bellicose China