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Israel acknowledges hit near UN peacekeeping position in southern Lebanon
It was second incident of its kind in two days, after two other Blue Helmets were injured on Thursday
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Trump to announce ‘Operation Aurora’ targeting illegal immigrants tied to Venezuelan gang
Donald Trump is reportedly announcing ‘Operation Aurora’ during a Colorado rally, targeting members of Tren de Aragua.
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Putin strengthens ties with Iranian president at Central Asia summit
Pezeshkian says economically and culturally, our communications are being strengthened and becoming more robust
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Nine EU leaders urge immediate ceasefire amid escalating Israel-Hezbollah conflict
The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah erupted one year ago and escalates on day to day basis
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Remains of climber Andrew Irvine believed found on Everest after 100 years
More than 300 people have perished on the mountain since expeditions started in the 1920s
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Iran vows retaliation against US allies in Middle East if Israel uses their bases or airspace
Jordan, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, where the US has military bases, are among the countries allegedly threatened
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Israeli strike kills 22 civilians with two UN peacekeepers injured in Lebanon blasts
UNIFIL says this was a "serious development," adding the security of UN personnel and property must be guaranteed
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Florida reels from Hurricane Milton as death toll climbs to 16
Nearly 2.5 million households and businesses were still without power as Milton crashed into the Florida on Wednesday
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US warns of ME conflict spread fears in Asia as UN urges steps to prevent Lebanon war
At the ASEAN meeting, US secretary of state said that the country is involved in diplomacy to stop further escalation
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Russian FM warns Israeli strike on Iran's nuclear facilities would be 'serious provocation'
Lavrov says despite false claims, IAEA has found no signs of militarisation within Iran’s nuclear program
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Iraqi officials condemn Israeli media for inciting violence against Grand Ayatollah Al-Sistani
US envoy to Iraq Alina Romanowski praises Iraq’s top Shia cleric Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani for promoting peace
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Ukraine urges Turkmenistan to act on ICC arrest warrant ahead of Putin's visit
Ukrainian ministry emphasised Putin, Russian leaders are responsible for war crimes committed during its invasion
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Nihon Hidankyo, Japanese atomic bomb survivor group, wins 2024 Nobel Peace Prize
Nihon Hidankyo's efforts for a nuclear-free world were recognised with the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize.
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Obama rallies male Pennsylvania voters to support Harris presidency
Obama’s address focuses on discrediting Trump’s persona while emphasising Harris’s preparedness for presidency
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Harris praises Biden’s 'courageous' decision to step aside
Harris remarks that Biden put country above personal interests comes as she ramps up campaign in race against Trump
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Germany to ramp up weapons supply to Israel, denies embargo reports
Scholz’s pledge to send more weapons to Israel clashes with last week's call of Macron for a Gaza arms embargo
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Saba Qamar designated UNICEF Pakistan's first National Ambassador for Child Rights
Famous actress Saba Qamar has partnered with UNICEF to promote child rights and girls' empowerment in Pakistan
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China not aware of Pak travel 'restrictions'
Chinese team raises security concerns with Iqbal
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Han Kang wins S Korea's first literature Nobel
Han, 53, is best known for her book 'The Vegetarian', which also won the Man Booker Prize in 2016.
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Lebanon urges pressure on Israel to end war
Pakistan hosts OIC moot to discuss humanitarian relief
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Transport for London faces backlash over ads featuring Mufti Menk
Critics urge TfL to reconsider decision to display ads, citing controversial imagery and messages on exploitation
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Russia urges BRICS partners to establish alternative to IMF ahead of summit
Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov says the global financial system is controlled by Western countries
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Hurricane Milton wreaks havoc across Florida with at least 10 dead
There were 19 confirmed tornados as of 8 pm Wednesday, about the time Milton made landfall, says Governor Ron DeSantis
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Malala Yousafzai condemns Taliban's oppressive policies against women in Afghanistan
Nobel laureate calls for immediate global intervention, urging Muslim-majority nations to hold Taliban accountable
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Wendy’s employee fatally stabbed by customer in Hawaii
Incident reportedly occurred after Reynaldo Cheney, 60, was asked to stop moving tables inside the restaurant
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Wave of violence in Mexico's Sinaloa leaves at least 192 dead in drug gang clashes
State Public Security Council says about 200 murders, 226 disappearances reported since onset of violence on Sept 9
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Ratan Tata: Visionary leader who transformed Tata Group into global powerhouse
In recognition of his contributions to industry and trade, he was awarded the Padma Vibhushan in 2008
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Chinese PM to visit despite Karachi blast
Agreements to be signed to deepen Sino-Pak cooperation
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Florida man aka Lieutenant Dan survives Hurricane Milton
Lieutenant Dan, who refused evacuation orders, weathered the stormy night and emerged from his battered boat.
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Scientists in Denmark create yogurt using ants
Researchers revived a forgotten yogurt-making technique using ants, uncovering microbial biodiversity in fermentation.
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South Korea's Han Kang wins 2024 Nobel Prize for literature
Han is the first South Korean writer to receive the prestigious honour.
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North Carolina eases voting rules for Hurricane Helene victims
This comes as Trump’s campaign worries that the storm's aftermath may suppress voter turnout in conservative regions
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Trump declines Fox news debate invite with Harris as election race tightens
Trump's decision comes weeks before the November 5 election where he faces a closely contested race against Harris
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Harris campaign to broadcast Tim Walz rally on Twitch streamer's World of Warcraft gameplay
Harris' campaign will live stream a Tim Walz rally alongside World of Warcraft gameplay to target younger voters
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Iran warns Gulf states against allowing airspace for Israeli attacks
Senior Iranian official emphasises such actions will prompt a strong response from Tehran
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Israel attacks Syria to target Hezbollah operative
Strike near Quneitra aimed to disrupt Hezbollah's presence along Israel's northern border with Syria
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Trump lauds Modi as 'total killer'
Trump and Modi enjoy warm relations and the former US president has a sizable following among Indian right-wing groups
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Japan PM dissolves parliament
Ishiba's LDP has governed Japan almost uninterrupted for decades -- albeit with frequent leader changes.
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KSA, Iran discuss Gaza, Lebanon
Saudi Crown Prince hosts Iran FM in Riyadh
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Milton makes landfall: Catastrophic storm pummels Florida with 120 mph winds
Category 3 hurricane threatens Tampa Bay with life-threatening storm surge and expected to cause billions in damage
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Biden, Netanyahu discuss Iran plans
Hezbollah pushes Israelis back along Lebanon border
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Israeli airstrikes on Beirut kill 18, targeting senior Hezbollah figure
Identity of Hezbollah target not clear; area not previously hit and is well removed from Beirut's southern suburbs
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Biden speaks to Netanyahu as Israel vows 'lethal' response against Iran
Israel and Netanyahu in particular have faced condemnation over the nearly 42,000 Palestinians killed in the Gaza war