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'Im Absolutely Determined': 29-Year-Old Dutch Woman Zoraya ter Beek Granted Euthanasia Approval

Euthanasia is often performed by administering drugs or other means to induce a painless death

18 May 2024 9:10 am
Aid begins to arrive in US built Gaza pier

Aid begins to arrive in US built Gaza pier as US maritime corridor set to boost aid operations in Gaza

18 May 2024 8:33 am
Israeli-German Girls Parents Open Up About Seeing Daughters Body Months After She Was Killed In Gaza

The Israeli army said Friday that troops had recovered the bodies of three hostages in the war-torn Gaza Strip who had been murdered by their captors on October 7

18 May 2024 8:19 am
US, Japan Look To Counter Dramatic Improvement In Russia, China & North Korea's Hypersonic Arms?

Japan and the US signed an agreement to jointly develop a new type of missile defence system. The deal was inked as the allies seek to defend against the growing arsenal of hypersonic weapons possessed by China, Russia and North Korea. Japans PM Fumio Kishida and US President Joe Biden had agreed to the project during their summit in August 2023The Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) is planned for deployment by the mid-2030s, AP reported. The latest agreement outlines responsibility and decision-maki

18 May 2024 8:00 am
Man Gets 30 Years In Prison For Attacking Ex-US Speaker Pelosis Husband With A Hammer

A jury found David DePape, 44, guilty last November of attempted kidnapping of a federal official and assault on the immediate family member of a federal official

18 May 2024 7:32 am
Boeing Whistleblower, Who Raised Safety Concerns About The Aircraft, Died By Suicide: Police Probe

John Barnett, 62, of Louisiana, was found dead March 9, and police had said earlier that his injuries were self-inflicted

18 May 2024 7:18 am
'We Applaud The Indian People': White House Lauds India's 'Vibrant' Democracy Amid Ongoing Election

The White House acknowledges the people's right to vote, strengthening Indo-US ties under Prime Minister Modi

18 May 2024 6:59 am
Justice Alito's home flew a US flag upside down after Trump's 'Stop the Steal' claims, a report says

An upsidedown American flag, a symbol associated with former President Donald Trumps false claims of election fraud, was displayed outside the home of Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito in January 2021, The New York Times reported.

18 May 2024 12:20 am
Trucks are rolling across a new US pier into Gaza. But challenges remain to getting enough aid in

Trucks carrying badly needed aid for the Gaza Strip rolled across a newly built U.S. pier and into the besieged enclave for the first time Friday as Israeli restrictions on border crossings and heavy fighting hindered the delivery of food and other supplies.

18 May 2024 12:20 am
Gunmen Open Fire, Killing 4 People, Including 3 Foreigners, In Afghanistan's Central Bamyan Province

Four suspects were arrested at the scene in Bamyan province, a major tourist area, and an investigation was underway, the official said

17 May 2024 11:16 pm
Vatican Updates Protocols For Acknowledging 'Supernatural Phenomena'

These alterations, implemented by the Vatican's doctrinal office (DDF), contend that the previous norms were no longer effective or applicable in the internet age

17 May 2024 11:07 pm
Harris utters a profanity in advice to young Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders

Vice President Kamala Harris used a profanity on Monday while offering advice to young Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders about how to break through barriers.

17 May 2024 9:21 pm
US Airlines Are Suing Federal Govt Over A New Rule To Make Certain Fees Easier To Spot

U.S. airlines sue to block Biden administration's transparency rule on passenger fees, citing consumer confusion concerns.

17 May 2024 9:21 pm
'Potential Risk Of...': US State Dept Warns Of Sanctions After India, Iran Ink Chabahar Port Deal

India signs 10-year contract to develop Chabahar port, enhancing trade with Central Asia, despite US sanctions risks. Boosts regional connectivity

17 May 2024 9:21 pm
Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez To Announce Date To Recognise Palestinian State On Wednesday

So far, 137 of the 193 UN member states have recognised a Palestinian state, according to figures provided by the West Bank-based Palestinian Authority

17 May 2024 7:25 pm
Houthis Down $30Mn MQ-9 Reaper Drone, Target US Destroyer Destiny In Red Sea | Iran Warns EU Trio

Yemens Iran-backed Houthi rebels shot down a US MQ-9 Reaper drone over the countrys Marib province, Iranian media reported. The wreckage of the drone fell in areas under the control of the coalition, according to reportsHouthi military spokesman Brig Gen Yahya Saree claimed that rebels shot down the Predator on Thursday with a surface-to-air missile. Saree described the drone as carrying out hostile actions in Marib, which remains held by allies of Yemen's exiled, internationally recognised gove

17 May 2024 6:55 pm
Suspected Militants Bomb Girls' School Overnight In Northwest Pakistan

The attack happened in South Waziristan, a district in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. It was the second one this month after another school was badly damaged in the region, local police official said

17 May 2024 6:17 pm
Putin Says Russia Has No Plans To Capture Ukraine's Kharkiv City For Now

Speaking to reporters on a visit to Harbin, China, Putin said that Moscow launched attacks in the Kharkiv region in response to the Ukrainian shelling of Russias Belgorod region

17 May 2024 5:59 pm
World Number One Golfer Scottie Scheffler Detained By Police Outside PGA Championship: US Media

Scheffler was detained when he attempted to drive past an officer to get into the Kentucky course as police dealt with congestion caused by a separate accident that he was not involved in

17 May 2024 5:37 pm
UK PM Rishi Sunak, Wife Akshata Murty's Fortunes Rise In 2024 Rich List

Murty's earnings are said to far exceed that of her husband as financial statements published in February are quoted to say Sunak made GBP 2.2 million in 2022-23 compared to Murty's estimated GBP 13 million in dividends over the past year

17 May 2024 5:04 pm
France Rushes Troops To New Caledonia Amid Riots Over Voting Law, Says Russia & Azerbaijan To Blame

France deployed additional police officers and gendarmes to crack down on unrest in the overseas territory of New Caledonia. The number of police and gendarmes on the French-ruled island was set to rise to 2,700 from 1,700 by the evening of May 17. The move came after riots on the Paris-ruled Pacific Island territory resulted in five deaths and hundreds of arrests. Tensions remained high in Nouma, the capital of New Caledonia, as the French officials said areas of territory have escaped state co

17 May 2024 5:03 pm
Putin And Xi Exchange Rare Hugs, Cementing Strategic Partnership | Putin In China | News18 | N18V

Putin And Xi Exchange Rare Hugs, Cementing Strategic Partnership | Putin In China | News18 | N18VA vaunted 'new era' of strategic partnership between Russian President Vladimir Putin and his counterpart Xi Jinping begun in Beijing on Thursday may not exactly have been sealed with a kiss, but it did lead to rare hugs between them.Russia, grappling with Western sanctions after its invasion of Ukraine, is increasingly reliant on its booming trade with China, which is challenging U.S. supremacy in a

17 May 2024 4:25 pm
'Advisory For Indian Nationals Travelling To...': Govt Warns Of Job Scams In Laos, Cambodia

Advisory for Indian nationals traveling to Laos & Cambodia warns of job scams and exploitation. Embassy cautions against fraudulent employment offers

17 May 2024 4:15 pm
Putin's Jets Destroyed As Ukraine Steps Up Crimea Strikes, Russia Downs Over 100 Drones

Russia intercepted more than 100 Ukrainian drones in the south of the country, Black Sea and annexed Crimean peninsula on May 17, the Defence Ministry said. Russian air defenses overnight destroyed and intercepted 51. Ukrainian drones over Crimea, according to the Russian Defence MinistryMoscow also destroyed 44 Ukrainian drones over the Krasnodar region, six over the Belgorod region, and one over the Kursk region. The Russian Defence Ministry said that its Black Sea Fleet helicopters sunk over

17 May 2024 4:11 pm
Israel Tells UN Top Court South Africa Makes 'Mockery' Of Genocide Charge

The session at the International Court of Justice was paused for less than a minute while security guards escorted a woman from the public gallery.

17 May 2024 3:44 pm
US Astronauts Take Part In NASA's Lunar Simulation Test Across Arizona's Desert

NASA conducts lunar exploration field test in Arizona's San Francisco Volcanic Field to prepare for Artemis missions. Astronauts practice moonwalk scenarios

17 May 2024 2:44 pm
Nepal Prime Minister Prachanda To Seek Fourth Vote Of Confidence On Monday

Prachanda, a former guerilla leader, belongs to the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist Centre), the third largest party in the House of Representatives

17 May 2024 2:19 pm
Netanyahu Preps IDF For Critical Rafah Battle, Spain Blocks Stopover Of Ship With Arms For Israel

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stressed the fighting in Rafah was critical for Israel in its offensive in the Gaza Strip. In a video released by his government's office, Netanyahu was shown flying over the Gaza Strip with military officers. The Israeli PM also acknowledged the deaths of five Israeli soldiers and vowed to continue until victory.Meanwhile, Spanish Foreign Minister said Madrid refused permission for an Israel-bound ship carrying arms to call at the southeastern port of C

17 May 2024 2:03 pm
First Aid Delivered To Gaza Via Temporary Pier Made By US Military

The pier was successfully anchored on Thursday, with around 500 tonnes of aid expected to enter the Palestinian territory in the coming days

17 May 2024 1:39 pm
North Korea Fires At Least One Unidentified Ballistic Missile: Seoul

North Korea fires unidentified ballistic missile toward East Sea, Seoul confirms. Kim Jong Un's sister denies weapons transfer to Russia

17 May 2024 1:30 pm
French Police Kill Man Trying To Set Fire To Synagogue: Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin

Police responded at 6:45 am (0445 GMT) to reports of fire near the synagogue, a police source said

17 May 2024 1:24 pm
'Richest Man Who Ever Lived': Egyptian King Amenhotep III's Face Recreated For The First Time In 3,400 years

Scientists recreate the face of Amenhotep III, King Tut's grandfather, the ichest man who ever lived, using mummy data

17 May 2024 1:05 pm
British Engineering Giant Arup Falls Victim To $25 Million Deepfake Scam

A British multinational design and engineering company fell victim to a $25 million deepfake scam, revealing rising threats of sophisticated cyber fraud

17 May 2024 12:14 pm
Indian Mission Pays Last Respects To Colonel Kale Killed In Gaza, Mortal Remains Returning Home

UN agencies honour late Colonel Waibhav Anil Kale, who died in Gaza. Indian mission confirms remains journey to India

17 May 2024 11:46 am
UK Man Accused Of Choking Dancer Girlfriend To Death In Sex Game Gone Wrong

Tragic death of 26-year-old Georgia Brooke in UK highlights dangers of sex games. Her boyfriend Luke Cannon choked her during sex before killing himself

17 May 2024 10:55 am
Will target all ships heading to Israel, Houthis stark warning to Israel

Yemens Iran-backed Houthis stark warning to Israel, says, will target all ships heading to Israel

17 May 2024 10:45 am
Russia targets Ukraines north-eastern border town of Vovchansk

Russia targets Ukraines north-eastern border town of Vovchansk. Ukrainian forces are steadily losing ground in several hotspots

17 May 2024 10:42 am
Meghan Markle And Prince Harry's Nigerian Tour Sparks Royal Fury Over 'Unofficial Royal Tour'

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's Nigerian tour sparks fury from royals. Expert reveals tensions over unofficial royal visit

17 May 2024 10:11 am
Caught On Cam: Attack On Orthodox Jewish Boys In Brooklyn Sparks Hate Crime Probe

A disturbing incident in Brooklyn where a man attacked two Orthodox Jewish boys, sparking a hate crime investigation by the New York police

17 May 2024 9:31 am
Hamas release a video attacking an Israeli tank in Jabalia, Gaza

Hamas release a video attacking an Israeli tank in Jabalia, Gaza. Watch

17 May 2024 9:13 am
Ukrainian troops strike Belbek military airbase in Crimea

Ukrainian troops strike Belbek military airbase in Crimea, the Ukrainian precision strike involved multiple missiles

17 May 2024 9:11 am
Over 100 US Bikers Pay Tribute To 10-Year-Old Bullying Victim Who Died By Suicide

Heartbreaking story of a 10-year-old US boy who took his own life due to relentless bullying at school, raising concerns over school safety and accountability

17 May 2024 8:52 am
Nepal Bans MDH And Everest Spices Amid Reports of Contamination, Begins Testing For Harmful Chemicals

Nepal's Department of Food Technology and Quality Control has started testing the two Indian spice brands and has banned its import, consumption and sale.

17 May 2024 8:45 am
Schengen Visa Demand Surges In India, Travel Plans Disrupted By Interview Slot Shortages

Schengen visa demand surged in India, but visa interview slot shortages disrupted travel plans, leading to frustrations among applicants and travel agents

17 May 2024 8:24 am
US Lawmakers Urge Constructive Talks With India Over Lectures On Human Rights

Indian American lawmakers advocate for constructive dialogue on human rights with India, emphasising collaboration over lecturing to foster democracy and strengthen US-India relations

17 May 2024 7:15 am
US Teen Dies After Consuming Extremely Spicy Tortilla Chip

The autopsy also concluded that the teen had an enlarged heart, which could have contributed to his death

17 May 2024 7:07 am
Harris accepts debate invite to face off with Trump's VP pick, which may come at convention

Vice President Kamala Harris has accepted an invitation from CBS News to debate former President Donald Trump's vice presidential pick this summer, the Biden campaign said Thursday, as the Republican said he might wait until his party's convention in July to announce his selection.

17 May 2024 12:20 am
Biden marks Brown v. Board of Education anniversary amid signs of erosion in Black voter support

President Joe Biden marked this week's 70th anniversary of the Supreme Court decision that struck down institutionalized racial segregation in public schools by welcoming plaintiffs and family members in the landmark case to the White House.

17 May 2024 12:20 am
US military says Gaza pier project is complete and aid will soon flow as Israel-Hamas war rages

The U.S. military finished installing a floating pier off the Gaza Strip on Thursday, with officials poised to begin ferrying badly needed humanitarian aid into the enclave besieged over seven months of intense fighting in the IsraelHamas war.

17 May 2024 12:20 am
'Seriously, Is This Imran Khan?': Viral Clip Of Ex-Pakistan PM With White Hair Sparks Social Media Buzz

The brief footage captures Khan, aged 71, seated on a chair alongside two other individuals. In the video, Khan appears unrecognisable without his usual signature black hair

16 May 2024 10:54 pm