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GWB Shooting: Con Edison Worker Koran Irvin Killed
Con Edison worker Koran Irvin, 46, was fatally shot in an apparent road rage incident on the George Washington Bridge as police searched for the suspect.
Putin Signals Possible Return to Ukraine Peace Talks
Putin has signalled Russia's readiness to resume peace talks with Ukraine and the US next month, with Abu Dhabi a possible venue and security arrangements on the agenda.
Trump Warns Reporter Over New Whistleblower Programme
Donald Trump warned Independent reporter Andrew Feinberg over questions about WHIP, prompting JD Vance to defend the programme and its scope beyond the False Claims Act.
Poland Votes to Ease Abortion Ban Amid Veto Threat
Poland's parliament approves two bills to ease abortion restrictions, but an expected presidential veto threatens reform as campaigners demand wider access to care.
Turkey, Qatar, Pakistan and Indonesia Sign Defence Deal
Turkey, Qatar, Pakistan and Indonesia signed the Badr Memorandum in Doha to strengthen military production, defence research, technical training and industrial cooperation.
Witkoff Urges Putin to Resume Ukraine Peace Talks
US envoy Steve Witkoff urged Putin to resume trilateral Ukraine peace talks as Russia released US citizen Stephen Hubbard and discussed wider cooperation with Washington.
Bukang-i Shark: YouTubers Guard Stranded Shark in Busan
South Korean YouTubers guarded Bukang-i, a stranded dusky shark that attracted 1.6 million visitors to Busan before authorities guided her back to sea.
Russian Strikes Kill Four in Ukraine as Trump Pushes Peace
Russian attacks kill four people, including two elderly Ukrainians, as energy facilities are targeted and Trump urges Kyiv to agree to peace terms.
HDFC Bank Probe Finds Two Executives Leaked Confidential Data
Bloomberg reports that an HDFC Bank probe found two senior executives disclosed confidential information, with possible disciplinary action still unclear.
Katie Zacharia and Trump’s Women Problem Explained
Katie Zacharia’s five-day tenure as White House press secretary raises questions about gender, accountability and how Trump’s team handles mistakes.
Fridge-Free Vaccines in Africa: Benefits and Challenges
Fridge-free vaccines could improve immunisation access in Africa, but clinical trials, regulatory approval, affordability and delivery challenges remain.
Who Was Nazrul Islam? Bangladeshi Man Executed in Saudi Arabia
Bangladeshi migrant worker Nazrul Islam was executed in Mecca after over three years in detention, prompting his family to seek answers and repatriation.
Japan Envoy Sasakawa Meets Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing
Japan's envoy Yohei Sasakawa met Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing to discuss peace efforts and human resource development amid continuing conflict.
Japan Envoy Sasakawa Meets Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing
Japan's special envoy Yohei Sasakawa met Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing to discuss peace efforts and human resource development amid ongoing conflict.
Mazhar Jamil Claims Doval Doctrine Destabilises Pakistan
Pakistan's former strategic plans chief Mazhar Jamil questions India's nuclear doctrine, BrahMos missiles and Operation Sindoor at a London workshop.
India Rejects Human Rights Allegations at UN Committee
India has urged the UN to verify human rights allegations, opposing selective scrutiny and political pressure amid international concerns over Delhi protests.
Trump Predicts Republican Upset Ahead of 2026 Midterms
Donald Trump predicts Republican gains in North Carolina ahead of the November 3 midterms as polls favour Democrat Roy Cooper and economic concerns grow.
Megan Greene Backs Rate Hike as UK Inflation Risks Grow
Megan Greene warns the Iran war's energy shock could fuel UK inflation through wages and prices, strengthening her case for higher interest rates.