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Terrorism Trial Opens In Stabbing Of Author Salman Rushdie
The man convicted of trying to kill Salman Rushdie spent years researching the writer's whereabouts before stabbing him on a lecture stage, federal prosecutors said Wednesday at the opening of his federal terrorism trial.
"Eye For An Eye": Iran Warns Of Forceful Response To US Strike
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Wednesday that Iran would respond in kind to any attack on its infrastructure, after Washington threatened to bomb a bridge or power plant for every ship targeted in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran Strikes On CIA Facilities Prompt Questions About Possible Russian Role
Iranian drone attacks on CIA facilities in the Gulf have prompted US intelligence analysts to investigate whether Russia assisted by providing targeting information or advanced drone technology, said four people familiar with US intelligence.
Iran-US War News Live Updates: Trump Attends Transfer Of Fallen US Service Members
US-Iran War News Live Updates: The US State Department has issued an alert urging American citizens around the world to "exercise increased caution" over the war with Iran. The alert said that "due to heightened tensions in the Middle East.
Trump's Saudi Nuclear Pact Opens Door To Uranium Enrichment. What's At Stake
The agreement leaves out two safeguards Washington has traditionally insisted on. First, a ban on uranium enrichment and spent fuel reprocessing, along with an "additional protocol" that provides tougher international inspections.
Elon Musk Promises 'True To Homer' AI Version Of Odyssey After Nolan's Release
The billionaire said the AI-generated film would be released before the end of the year and would stay faithful to Homer's original work.
Prince George Turns 13 As He Prepares To Start At Eton College
As the eldest child of the heir to the British throne, Prince William, and Princess Catherine, George is set to succeed his father as king one day.
US Mother Convicted For Forcing 11-Year-Old Daughter To Give Birth To Husband's Baby
Oklahoma woman convicted for enabling sexual abuse of her 11-year-old daughter who gave birth at home.
US Expects "Positive" Visit From Chinese President Xi Jinping In September
While the visit has yet to be officially confirmed, Rubio made it clear the White House expected it to happen, as he emerged from a meeting with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi on the sidelines of a summit of Southeast Asian leaders.
Iran Denies Secret Nuclear Site At Pickaxe Mountain Amid US Strike Threat
Trump had warned on Tuesday that the US would hit the site, known as Pickaxe Mountain in English.
German Approval Sparks Security Concerns Over French Russian Nuclear Project
The planned joint venture by a subsidiary of French company Framatome and Russia's state-owned nuclear power agency Rosatom is aimed at producing fuel rods used in Russian-designed reactors.
US Will Bomb Bridges, Power Plants If Iran Shoots At Ships In Hormuz: Trump
Trump said that it does not matter if the attack is by a missile, rocket or drone; the United States will "bomb and destroy" a bridge or power plant near Iran's capital -- Tehran.
Bulgaria Approves US Use Of Bezmer Air Base For Middle East Support
Up to eight US tanker aircraft and 250 personnel will be stationed at Bezmer Air Base from Friday to October without further approvals.
US-India Trade Deal Could Be Signed In 3-4 Months, US Official Says
Washington and New Delhi have been negotiating a bilateral trade agreement to expand market access and lower trade barriers as part of efforts to deepen economic ties.
US Plans To Announce Nuclear Agreement With Saudi Arabia Amid Iran Tensions
The move comes as Washington fights a war with Iran that began in part over US concerns with Tehran's own nuclear program -- an issue that remains a key point of contention during now-stalled talks between the two foes.
Meta Lawsuit Shows That If AI Fires You, Proving It Is The Hard Part
Workers who claim to be targeted for layoffs because of disabilities or medical leave, often cannot muster the evidence of wrongdoing necessary to quickly secure a win in court.
15 People Injured After Two Trams Collide On Rotterdam's Erasmus Bridge
Bridge's webcam footage showed a tram steaming into the back of another, sending debris flying across the lanes of traffic and damaging both trams.
Who Is Mykhailo Drapaty? All About Ukraine's New Army Chief
The 43-year-old Drapaty replaces Oleksandr Syrsky, 60, an accomplished military strategist who was long criticised for Soviet-style practices and not caring about human losses.
Ebola Outbreak In Congo Reaches Nearly 1000 Deaths
As of Sunday, 2,473 cases have been recorded in the latest outbreak and 999 people have died, says latest update from Congo's Ministry of Health.
AI Firm Anthropic Donates $20 Million To Support AI Regulation Lobbying
The donation is an attempt by the AI sector to increase its influence over US policy, as the federal government considers more oversight of the sector.
News from Arabic Countries
Griffiths: Diplomacy requires US and Iran to accept they have ‘lost‘
Griffiths: Diplomacy requires US and Iran to accept they have ‘lost‘
UN rights chief condemns Nicaragua’s decision to abolish elections
UN rights chief condemns worsening repression in Nicaragua, urging the restoration of freedoms and the rule of law.
Trump: Iran will ‘pay a big price’ for US troop deaths
US President Trump warned that Iran will ‘pay a big price’ right before he attended a dignified transfer ceremony.
Gaza man returns home after family believed he was dead
Hamada Al Banna reunited with his family more than a year after an explosion that left him in a coma.
Water cannon deployed at India education system protests
Indian police deployed water cannons in Raipur at student protests demanding the resignation of the education minister.
Key takeaways from Khalil al-Hayya’s first speech as Hamas leader
The newly appointed leader says Hamas would work to help the people of Gaza and achieve a united Palestinian state.
Death toll from blast at Indian hydroelectric project rises to 20 people
Rescuers say flooding and toxic gas in the collapsed tunnel make it unlikely any remaining trapped workers survived.
Why the US may stop collecting workplace race and gender data
A newly proposed change would eliminate annual workplace demographic reporting used to monitor discrimination trends.
US judge sets 2027 trial date for Venezuela’s Maduro and wife
Former President Maduro pleads not guilty to drug charges; lawyer plans to challenge legality of US military operation.
Anonymous food donations reach Indian student protesters
Anonymous donors are using food delivery apps to send food to student protesters in New Delhi
Trump push for Syrian intervention against Hezbollah ‘short-sighted’
Analysts say US president's pressure on Damascus to intervene in Lebanon could undermine domestic security.
Hamas’s new leader calls for permanent Gaza ceasefire
In his first speech since being elected Hamas political chief, Khalil al-Hayya called for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
Iran’s judiciary warns against ‘infiltrators’, announces new executions
Many cases related to security offences are prosecuted using a law announced after last year's 12-day war with Israel.
‘Justice for Lorenzo’ protests disrupt Houston council meeting
Protesters shouted ‘Justice for Lorenzo’ at a Houston, Texas, city council meeting on Tuesday after an ICE shooting.
War on Iran: Hegseth wants $70B more to keep fighting
Iran activated air defence systems across Tehran on the 11th night of US strikes.
Proposed US-Saudi nuclear energy deal: What we know so far
Reports suggest the Trump administration backs a pact with Saudi Arabia allowing it to enrich uranium.
Why are billionaires growing richer than ever?
Billionaires are on the rise as the rest struggle with inequality, poverty and cost of living crisis.
From towns to zones: Why Israel gives military names to civilian areas
Israeli authorities are increasingly applying security terminology for residential areas where people live.
Elon and the Other Gaza
How the world's richest man helped trigger an HIV crisis in one of the world's poorest countries.
Trump threatens to bomb Iranian bridges, power plants over ship attacks
Iranian official says Tehran would respond to US attacks by sparking power outages in countries hosting US troops.
The Morocco-Algeria rivalry is remaking Europe’s North Africa policy
As Rabat and Algiers compete for influence, closer ties with one now carry consequences for relations with the other.
French model recruiter with close ties to Jeffrey Epstein found dead
Under investigation in France, Daniel Siad was accused of helping Epstein to traffic and abuse women.
Why Traore has opened a new front with Burkina Faso’s Muslim community
New legislation and arrests are driving a rift between Burkina Faso's military government and Muslim scholars.
Zelenskyy sacks Syrskii: How many generals have Ukraine, Russia fired?
Several Ukrainian and Russian generals have been sacked from their militaries over the course of the war in Ukraine.
Nearly 1,000 people have died from Ebola in DR Congo
According to WHO figures, 999 people have died in DRC and two in Uganda due to the Bundibugyo strain of the virus.