Iran war: Trump says Project Freedom 'paused'
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
US President Trump says the US effort to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, is on pause amid a push for an Iran deal. The US says it will now only oper…
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Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
US President Trump says the US effort to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, is on pause amid a push for an Iran deal. The US says it will now only oper…
BBC News – World · Europe
A glamping facility was destroyed by the raging torrent in Bogor, West Java on 4 May.
Times of India – World · India
James Harrison, dubbed the 'man with the golden arm,' donated plasma over 1,100 times, saving an estimated 2.4 million Australian babies. His rare antibodies p…
The Hindu – World · India
The report said that around 3.2 million Indian migrants were living in the United States in 2024, the second largest foreign-born group after Mexicans.
The Hindu – World · India
From post-election power plays and West Asia tensions impacting Indians to Raghav Chadha’s appeal to the President, and a deadly virus outbreak at sea - Top ne…
The Hindu – World · India
Lifelong learning should be elevated as a strategic policy priority, ILO tells governments; study finds only 16% of workers had any structured training in past…
Your Story · India
While Pixxel will design, build, launch, and operate the satellite, Sarvam will handle both training and inference directly in orbit, with full-stack language …
The New York Times – World · US
A New York Times reporter joined a group of cyclists on a route meant to break down Cape Town’s lingering racial and economic barriers.
Times of India – World · India
Claire Mazumdar, 37 years of age, currently heads Bicara Therapeutics as its founder and CEO. The firm, which was incubated by Biocon and later listed on NASDA…
The Hindu – World · India
Mr. Trump announced his new “Project Freedom” mission on social media overnight to enable stuck ships to travel through the strait
The Hindu – World · India
There was an explosion inside a coal mine in central Colombia caused by a buildup of gases
MIT Technology Review · Global
This story originally appeared in The Algorithm, our weekly newsletter on AI. To get stories like this in your inbox first, sign up here. Two of the most …
South China Morning Post – World · China
The sounds of passing cars and birds chirping broke the morning stillness at Penang’s Northam Road Protestant Cemetery as visitors began filtering in after 8am…
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
US military says it is encouraging ships to pass through Hormuz Strait, but Iran says it is in full control of waterway.
The Guardian – World · Europe
Supreme court issued a temporary order to restore access to the abortion pill mifepristone by mail on MondaySign up for the Breaking News US emailThe supreme c…
BBC News – World · Europe
Unwitting donors hand over money to save suffering animals but Ugandan con artists pocket the cash.
Times of India – World · India
Tamil Nadu witnesses a seismic shift as actor Vijay's party leads, ending decades of Dravidian rule. The BJP achieves a historic win in West Bengal, unseating …
Times of India – World · India
Tamil Nadu's political landscape is witnessing the rise of a new superstar in actor Vijay, mirroring MGR's trajectory. Despite a contrasting on-screen persona,…
Times of India – World · India
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) won the government in Kerala, ending a 10-yea…
The Hindu – World · India
"We don't think that we're destined to submit to a more transactional, insular, and brutal world and gatherings such as these point to a better way forward," t…
TechCrunch · US
The ad comes from Artisan, the AI startup behind billboards urging businesses to "stop hiring humans."
The Guardian – World · Europe
Ana Viladomiu has been a ‘privileged’ resident of the once derided, now revered Barcelona apartment building for almost 40 yearsImagine that you live in an eno…
The Hindu – World · India
The Rapid Support Forces, which have been at war with the Sudanese Army for over three years, did not immediately claim the attack
The Hindu – World · India
Nepal reiterates territorial claim to Lipulekh Pass, flags concerns over Kailash Manasarovar Yatra; India says the border pass has been long standing route for…
South China Morning Post – World · China
During a recent concert in Beijing, as Persian melodies flowed from ancient instruments played by Majid and Massoud Shamaeezadah, the Iran war was never far fr…
Times of India – World · India
Amidst hardship, dark humor emerges as a vital survival tool, offering a defiant spark against despair. This article explores how gallows humor, distinct from …
Times of India – World · India
Foreign investors are exiting Indian stocks, with outflows reaching Rs 60,847 crore in April, following a massive Rs 1,17,775 crore sell-off in March. This tre…
Times of India – World · India
As vote counting looms for five key states, the 2026 assembly elections represent a critical juncture for national parties and regional strongholds. The BJP se…
Your Story · India
Swiggy has named insider Swapnil Bajpai to lead dining and experiences; Dakshinayan has grown from homemade batter into a six-outlet, tradition-led brand.
The Hindu – World · India
Lai Ching-te’s despicable conduct — like a rat scurrying across the street — will inevitably be met with ridicule by the international community, says China’s…
The Hindu – World · India
The defendant reportedly confessed to assaulting the security officer
The Hindu – World · India
The warning covers more than 10 villages and towns including several in the district of Nabatieh, which lies north of the Litani River, south of which Israel h…
South China Morning Post – World · China
Hong Kong authorities issued 300 verbal warnings to people visiting Sharp Island on the first day of mainland China’s Labour Day “golden week” holiday, when th…
South China Morning Post – World · China
A top US medical anthropologist believes the United States and China must transcend geopolitical tensions and spur a global revolution in “social technology” t…
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi is in hospital after suffering a "cardiac crisis" in prison, her family says. Mohammadi won the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize for he…
The Guardian – World · Europe
Exclusive: The collection, including donations from Paul McCartney’s brother Mike, shows band’s development in early 60sA rare set of letters and photos from t…
The Hindu – World · India
Ms. Mohammadi won the 2023 peace prize while in prison for her campaign to advance women’s rights and abolish the death penalty in Iran
The Hindu – World · India
Iran delivered the draft to mediator Pakistan on Thursday (April 30, 2026) evening, state media reported without detailing its contents
The Hindu – World · India
Before the release, a GPS transmitter was reportedly attached to track the whale's future location
The Hindu – World · India
The cartel, already grappling with changes in the global energy landscape, geopolitical tensions, and declining influence, faces a litmus test with the exit of…
BBC News – World · Europe
Oral history traces a family's roots to a tree planted in the 13th Century in a Ghanaian fishing town.
The New York Times – World · US
Visitors can apply for a five-year visa if they take lessons in “soft power” activities like the Thai martial art. Training does not have to be grueling, and s…
Times of India – World · India
A 27-year-old groom, Azad Bind, was shot dead by a bride's relative, Pradeep Bind, and an associate while en route to his wedding in Jaunpur. The accused, repo…
Times of India – World · India
Spirit Airlines, a prominent low-cost carrier, has ceased operations after 34 years, citing an immediate shutdown. The airline's abrupt closure follows failed …
The Hindu – World · India
With tensions still high and indirect negotiations stalled, the legality of the Iran war is reigniting scrutiny over presidential war powers and the constituti…
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