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The Hindu – World · India
In the latest episode of Above the Fold, we look at the next phase of peace talks between the US and Iran appear to be uncertain ahead of Wednesday’s ceasefire…
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The Hindu – World · India
In the latest episode of Above the Fold, we look at the next phase of peace talks between the US and Iran appear to be uncertain ahead of Wednesday’s ceasefire…
The Hindu – World · India
Several people were shot, including two fatally, the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation said in a statement
TechCrunch · US
WhatsApp is testing a subscription after Meta debuted a similar subscription for Instagram earlier this year
South China Morning Post – World · China
Hong Kong police have arrested a 16-year-old garage worker for allegedly driving without a licence after he lost control of a Tesla car and crashed into a park…
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Former President Rumen Radev wins big in Bulgaria’s eighth election on an 'anti-corruption' ticket.
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Iran is accusing the US of ‘ceasefire violations’, with Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesman Esmail Baghaei.
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
As Israel remembers its war dead, critics say it reinforces one-sided narrative of sacrifice that excludes Palestinians.
The Guardian – World · Europe
Deputy leader’s image on X was almost certainly generated or altered using AI, according to Peryton IntelligenceUK politics live – latest updatesIn a picture o…
The Guardian – World · Europe
Vinegar, Tim Tams and baby rice are among the products to be scrutinised in the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s caseGet our breaking news emai…
Times of India – World · India
Veteran actor Patrick Muldoon, celebrated for his role as Austin Reed on 'Days of Our Lives,' has tragically passed away at 57 following a reported heart attac…
Times of India – World · India
Hailee Steinfeld, now a new mother with Josh Allen, shared that she deeply misses creating music videos, calling them a blend of her love for music and film. W…
Times of India – World · India
The FBI and Justice Department are accelerating hiring and relaxing some requirements to combat significant staff shortages. These changes include shorter trai…
Times of India – World · India
The Pakistan Cricket Board has banned Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka for one year from the Pakistan Super League after he withdrew to join an IPL franchise. T…
Times of India – World · India
Kejriwal had appeared in person before the court seeking recusal of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma from hearing a CBI petition challenging his discharge in the l…
Wired · Global
The pasta-sauce company has partnered with the nonprofit StoryCorps on a device designed to record family conversations around the table and save them for all …
South China Morning Post – World · China
Several Taiwan business leaders on Monday urged the island’s government to consider Beijing’s new plan for boosting cross-strait exchanges, arguing it could ea…
South China Morning Post – World · China
Pro-Russian former President Rumen Radev has won Bulgaria’s parliamentary election by a landslide, official results showed on Monday, crushing long-dominant po…
South China Morning Post – World · China
Hong Kong’s food safety watchdog has urged people with gluten allergies not to eat a Marks & Spencer yoghurt product after the allergen was found but not decla…
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Iran says it has ‘no plans’ for negotiations with the US
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
US releases video showing the capture of Iranian-flagged ship near Hormuz, Trump says it tried to breach its blockade.
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Pacific Island states cannot and will not allow key climate shipping agreement to be watered down.
The Guardian – World · Europe
Exclusive: Home secretary understood to have withdrawn authorisation for speaker at Unite the Kingdom rally in MayA US-based anti-Islam influencer who had been…
BBC News – World · Europe
The BBC has found significant spikes in activity shortly before the US president made some announcements.
The New York Times – World · US
Few vessels are crossing after Iran reversed course on reopening the vital waterway and ships came under attack.
Times of India – World · India
The Indian stock market saw mixed movements today, with the BSE and NSE experiencing gains and losses across various sectors. Trent and SBI emerged as top gain…
Times of India – World · India
Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka was seen congratulating Punjab Kings' Priyansh Arya after a dominant PBKS victory. Meanwhile, LSG skipper Rishabh Pant…
The Hindu – World · India
Mr. Starmer has insisted that he and other ministers were not told until last week that Mr. Mandelson had failed the independent vetting process, which he has …
Your Story · India
YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Monday, April 20, 2026.
MIT Technology Review · Global
If you want to capture something wolflike, it’s best to embark before dawn. So on a morning this January, with the eastern horizon still pink-hued, I drove wit…
South China Morning Post – World · China
Russia said on Monday it had arrested a German woman found with a home-made bomb in her backpack in what it alleged was a Ukrainian-hatched plot to blow up a s…
South China Morning Post – World · China
The Strait of Hormuz should remain open, Chinese President Xi Jinping has said in a phone call with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia, according…
South China Morning Post – World · China
Hong Kong authorities have developed an artificial intelligence-driven flood forecasting and alert system capable of three-dimensional simulations, aimed at en…
South China Morning Post – World · China
ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok and Douyin, saw its net profit plummet by more than 70 per cent in 2025 as it poured money into artificial intelligence…
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Fans fight police at Paraguay football match
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Palantir CEO Alexander Karp's book The Technological Republic advocates for Western 'hard power ... built on software'.
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Analysts say Maduro and Sanchez's political rivals align on economic policy but are split on social issues.
The Guardian – World · Europe
Non-appearance of Pam Bondi and remarks from Todd Blanche suggest full accounting may never be revealedIn the days since Pam Bondi’s exit from Donald Trump’s j…
The Guardian – World · Europe
Documents also show PM’s choice for US ambassador was offered ‘higher tiers’ briefing before vetting was finalisedUK politics live – latest updatesThe then cab…
BBC News – World · Europe
Wilson has been accused of defaming the star of her film The Deb over an incident involving a bath in Bondi.
BBC News – World · Europe
Footage online shows vehicles submerged, trees uprooted and houses hit by landslides.
NBC News – World · US
Israel's leaders and military have condemned an Israeli soldier pictured damaging a statue of Jesus Christ
Times of India – World · India
Magnus Carlsen has declared Javokhir Sindarov the favourite to win the upcoming World Chess Championship against D Gukesh, citing Sindarov's well-rounded game.…
Times of India – World · India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, highlighting the deepening India-South Korea ties. Both leaders expressed commitmen…
Times of India – World · India
Data from MarineTraffic shows that several Indian and foreign ships headed for Indian ports are still awaiting clearance near the Strait of Hormuz. According t…
Times of India – World · India
A simple message inside a Pune auto-rickshaw, "Your safety is important to me," resonated deeply with content creator Unnati Devaliya. The driver, Datta Rumal…
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