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Gold hits record $3,167 as Trump tariffs rattle global markets
Gold, notably exempted from the tariff regime, was among the few commodities spared
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Traveler arrested in India for trying to gift soft drink to world’s most isolated tribe
Police seized footage and are investigating the extent of the suspect’s island activity.
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List of tariffs by country after Trump announces new 'reciprocal' policy
US announces a universal 10% tariff on all imports starting April 5.
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Seven dead as migrant boat capsizes near Greek island
Rescue teams have so far saved 23 migrants
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Hungary to leave ICC as it hosts Netanyahu
Budapest visit by Netanyahu sparks Hungary’s break with global justice body
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Tornado watches issued across central and southern US
More than 200,000 people face power outages amid tornado threat
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Slovakia approves shooting of 350 bears after fatal attack
Conservation groups raise concerns about animal welfare and legal obligations.
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US revokes visa of Costa Rica’s Nobel Laureate Oscar Arias
Nobel laureate laments lack of explanation for decision, calling email “terse and vague.”
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Texas high school football player Austin Metcalf stabbed during track meet
Frisco teen athlete Austin Metcalf fatally stabbed in heart during UIL championship as twin brother watched in horror
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Pakistan hit with 29% tariff as Trump escalates global trade war
The US remains one of Pakistan’s largest trading partners
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Is Musk's political career descending to Earth?
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt called Politico's report "garbage."
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Most deadly 2024 hurricane names retired from use: UN agency
Climate change has affected the severity and frequency of such storms, scientists warn.
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China says ends two-day Taiwan drills
Conducts simulated strikes on key ports, energy sites
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Trump announces sweeping new tariffs
US president ratchets up trade war
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Israeli strikes target Damascus, central Syria military sites
Western countries including the United States had previously struck the defence ministry facility in 2018.
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UK imposes online entry permit on Europeans
There will be a buffer period which could last several months.
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French FM warns Iran of war on nuclear arms
Earlier Wednesday, President Emmanuel Macron chaired a meeting on Iran.
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Israel says 'dissecting' Gaza Strip
Netanyahu says move aims at forcing Hamas to free hostages
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German authorities take down major darknet platform used for child pornography
The operation, codenamed "OP Stream," was a coordinated effort involving law enforcement agencies from 38 countries.
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Israel 'dissects' Gaza and 'increases pressure' to force Hamas to return hostages
Of the 251 hostages taken during Hamas’s October 7 attack, 58 remain in Gaza, including 34 confirmed dead
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Trump says Elon Musk will step down from government 'soon'
Politico reported both Trump and Musk decided that he will soon return to his businesses, but gave no specific date.
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India introduces bill to overhaul land management for Muslim use
Land and properties fall under the "waqf" category, which means "to stay" in Arabic, and cannot be transferred or sold
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Trump's approval rating drops amid Project 2025, 'Signalgate' scandal
A poll also noted that Elon Musk saw a 10-point drop in his favourability rating from February to March.
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Self-driving taxis to transform Dubai's transport landscape by 2026
Self-driving taxis in Dubai will improve transport connectivity, reduce accidents, and begin trials in next year.
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US federal judge dismisses criminal case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams
Adams faced charges of conspiracy, fraud, soliciting illegal campaign contributions, and bribery, which he had denied.
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Singapore arrests two teenagers under security law for extremist plans
Authorities warn of youth radicalization as 17 under-21s faced action since 2015, allowing detention or restrictions
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Netanyahu to visit Hungary despite ICC arrest warrant over Gaza war crimes
Hungary must arrest ICC suspects but PM Orban vowed to ignore the warrant, allowing Netanyahu's visit.
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Turkiye rejects opposition's call for a one-day shopping boycott
After the mayor's arrest, Turkey’s opposition CHP urged a boycott of firms linked to President Erdogan’s government
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UK introduces electronic travel authorisation for European visitors
European travelers must secure an ETA before visiting the UK as part of new immigration security measures.
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Iceland’s Grindavík evacuated as volcanic eruption threatens village
Lava breaches barriers, forcing officials to evacuate residents from Grindavík, Iceland.
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Death toll from Myanmar earthquake rises to 2,900
In Thailand, search efforts continue in Bangkok, where an unfinished skyscraper collapsed due to the quake.
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Val Kilmer remembered: Six films that defined his legendary career
Val Kilmer’s unforgettable roles, from Batman to Iceman, left a lasting impact on cinema.
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Tornado watch issued in Oklahoma as severe storms threaten region
Severe storms with tornadoes, large hail, and damaging winds are expected in Oklahoma
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US imposes sanctions on Iranian drone, missile networks
US sanctions China, UAE entities for aiding Iran's drone program, citing security threats.
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Marco Rubio orders social media scrutiny for student visa applicants
Rubio orders diplomats to check social media of student visa applicants, raising censorship concerns
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US Senator Cory Booker breaks record with 25-hour speech against Trump
Cory Booker delivers a 25-hour speech in protest against Trump’s policies and agenda.
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Russia rejects latest US proposals for Ukraine peace deal
Russia says US proposals on Ukraine fail to address root causes of the conflict.
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Israel announces expansion of military operation in Gaza
Israel expands military operations in Gaza, seizing land and calling for evacuation of civilians.
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Susan Crawford defeats Elon Musk-backed candidate in US wisconsin race
Susan Crawford defeats Elon Musk-backed brad schimel, securing liberal majority
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US to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione over United Healthcare CEO murder
United Healthcare CEO Thompson was shot outside a Manhattan hotel on Dec. 4 while heading to an investor meeting
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Crete suffers worst flooding as storms pound Greek islands
Rescue crews freed seven on Crete as floods, rockslides hit; Chania saw highest rainfall in 24 hours, officials say.
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Israel's airstrikes and ground assaults kill 71 Palestinians in fresh offensive
Gaza's media office calls airstrike on clinic a "war crime," citing women, children, and elderly among the victims
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China stages military drills near Taiwan, labels president Lai a 'parasite'
The de facto US embassy, the American Institute in Taiwan, said the US would continue to support the island
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April Fools' Day: Did Warren Buffett buy Tesla for $1 trillion?
Here’s the rundown on some of the most viral (and totally bogus) pranks making the rounds today.
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US to review $9b funding for Harvard over alleged anti-Semitism
Trump targets elite universities over Gaza protests, cutting funds and ordering deportation of foreign students
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Aid groups warn of urgent needs after Myanmar earthquake kills 2,700
The 7.7 quake, Myanmar's strongest in a century, struck Friday, toppling ancient pagodas and modern buildings
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France’s far-right leader Marine Le Pen found guilty of embezzling EU funds,
Marine Le Pen jailed for four years, with two years suspended, and is barred from holding public office for five years
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Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre announces kidney failure: 'Only four days to live'
Giuffre shares she was involved in a car crash, leading to serious health complications.
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USCIS starts FY26 H-1B petition filing with higher fees and new rules
The filing period for H-1B petitions opens today, with significant fee increases and tougher scrutiny.
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Pakistan delays Afghan deportation deadline due to Eid holidays
Government had initially set a deadline for March 31 for Afghans holding specific documentation to leave the country.

















































