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Trump Orders Federal Law Enforcers Onto Streets Of Washington DC

With President Donald Trump calling for a federal takeover of the nation's capital city, the White House says there will be an increased presence of federal law enforcement on the streets of Washington, DC, for at least the next week.

21 Killed After Bus Carrying People From Funeral Overturns In Kenya

A bus carrying mourners back home from a funeral in southwestern Kenya overturned and plunged into a ditch on Friday evening, killing at least 21 people, police said.

Why A Japanese Anime Pirate Flag Has Caused Controversy In Indonesia

A pirate flag from the Japanese anime One Piece is being used as a symbol to criticise the Indonesian government's policies.

Any Tariff On Pharma Will Hit India, As 40% Exports Go To US: Report

Imposing tariffs on the pharmaceutical Industry will significantly impact the earnings of Indian pharma companies, as nearly 40 per cent of India's total pharma exports are directed to the US market, according to a report by SBI Research.

Syria's Minorities Demand For Constitution That Guarantees Pluralism

Hundreds of representatives of Syria's various ethnic and religious groups called Friday for the formation of a decentralised state and the drafting of a new constitution that guarantees religious, cultural and ethnic pluralism.

US Has No Plans To Recognise Palestinian State: JD Vance

US Vice President JD Vance met with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy on Friday at a stately home south of London, with the two leaders saying the agenda includes global economics and the Israel-Hamas war and Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

"Assault On Values Of Equality": Ireland Condemns Attacks On Indians

The Embassy of Ireland in New Delhi has expressed anguish over the recent violent attacks against Indian citizens that have taken place in Ireland.

"Our Country Deserves Greatness": Trump Defends Steep Tariffs Move

US President Donald Trump on Friday warned of a '1929-style Great Depression' if the court rules against tariffs. The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, is set to pass judgment on Trump's tariffs.

3 Chinese Ships Spotted Near Islets Close To Taiwan: Philippines

Three Chinese coast guard vessels were being monitored in the waters off remote islands in the northern Philippines near Taiwan, maritime officials in Manila said on Friday.

Shocking Study Reveals Link Between Economic Struggles And Anti-Immigrant Extremism

A new study finds that economic struggles can trigger anti-immigrant conspiracy beliefs and support for violence, especially targeting non-European immigrants.

"China Glad To See Russia, US Improve Relations": Xi Jinping Tells Putin

President Xi Jinping told his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, in a phone call on Friday that China was pleased to see Moscow and Washington improving their relations, state media said.

"The Way Trump Spoke About PM Modi...": Ex US Official Slams 50% Tariffs

After US President Donald Trump imposed 50 per cent tariffs on Indian imports, citing New Delhi's imports of Russian crude, a wave of criticism has come from both sides of the American political spectrum.

Lioness Spotted In Central Africa National Park For First Time In 6 Years: Report

A conservation group says it has photographic evidence of the presence of a female lion in a national park in northeastern Central African Republic for the first time in six years.

PM Modi, Putin Talk On Phone On Deepening Ties Amid Trump Tariff Row

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin had a detailed conversation on several key issues including the latest development in Ukraine and progress in bilateral agenda.

Hubble Takes Best Picture Yet Of Comet From Another Solar System

The Hubble Space Telescope has captured the best picture yet of a high-speed comet visiting our solar system from another star.

Indian textiles, Jewellery At Risk Of 50% Trump Tariffs

US President Donald Trump imposed an additional 25% tariff on goods imported from India this week, citing New Delhi's continued purchase of Russian oil.

China Welcomes PM Modi For SCO Summit As Beijing Seeks Closer Ties

China has welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his upcoming visit to the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, as Beijing seeks closer ties with New Delhi amid global concerns over the tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump.

Germany Halts Arms Exports To Israel Over Gaza City Occupation Plan

Germany will halt the export of military equipment to Israel, which could be used in the Gaza Strip, Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Friday, reacting to Israel's plan to take control of Gaza City.

At Least 17 Killed, 33 Missing In Flash Floods In China

Seventeen people are dead and 33 missing after flash floods and mudslides in northwest China's Gansu province, state media reported Friday, the latest in a series of lethal weather events to hit the country.

Hamas Says Israeli Takeover Of Gaza City "Means Sacrificing" Hostages

Hamas warned the Israeli government on Friday that seizing control of Gaza City would amount to "sacrificing" the hostages still being held in the Palestinian territory.