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Trump Hits China, Israel With 12.5% New Tariffs. Why He Put India At 10%
Nations that enforced such laws -- including India, Sri Lanka, and the European Union -- will be hit with 10 per cent levies if they fail to enforce them.
'Correcting Human Rights Abuse': US Slaps New Tariffs On India, 59 Countries
The United States said Thursday that it would impose new tariffs on 60 trading partners over forced labor concerns, replacing an expiring global duty rolled out by President Donald Trump earlier this year.
US Strikes Iran As Tensions Escalate Over Shipping Routes In Hormuz
The US military announced Thursday that it is conducting the 13th night of strikes against Iran as clashes escalate over shipping routes.
Government Bars Communication Infra Providers From Sharing Data Outside India
The government has barred communication infrastructure providers, including those involved in cloud-based networks for telecom services, mobile towers and satellite gateways, from sharing any data outside the country, according to an official notification.
US Says Won't Block Tate Brothers' Extradition To UK Over Rape Charges
US President Donald Trump will not stop the extradition of influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan to Britain on sex crime charges, the White House said on Thursday.
Trump Says Frozen Iranian Assets Will Pay For Damage To Shipping
President Donald Trump said Thursday that the US would begin using frozen Iranian assets to pay for ships and cargo damaged by strikes in and around the Gulf.
Salman Rushdie Testifies At Knife Attacker's US Terror Trial
Novelist Salman Rushdie on Thursday testified at the federal trial of the man who tried to kill him with a knife at a New York cultural center in 2022.
Trump Says Xi Jinping Will Visit US On September 24
US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he will discuss artificial intelligence with Chinese President Xi Jinping when he visits the United States on September 24.
Trump Says Iran Has "Some Evil Intentions", Cannot Be Allowed To Have Nukes
US President Donald Trump on Thursday reiterated his stance that Tehran cannot be allowed to have nuclear weapons and that Washington is doing "extremely well" as the conflict continues between the two adversaries.
Trump Reports Over $1.4 Billion In Income From Crypto Ventures
The filings, his annual disclosure for 2025 with the US Office of Government Ethics, disclosed that his companies received almost $800 million from World Liberty Financial, a crypto venture he and his sons co-founded.
"Not Enough Pain": Report Says Trump May Decide On "Massive" Iran Attack Soon
Speaking to Axios on Thursday, Trump said he has not yet made a final decision on it but that such an attack would have consequences.
Woman Laughs At Movie Scene In Theatre, Annoyed Man Hits Her With Pizza Pan
The unnamed woman, 24, went to the Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas in Coconut Grove with a group of friends on Sunday when she was hit with a pizza pan.
Bangladesh Picks 'Controversial' Journalists For India Missions, Raises Brows
Both countries have been making noises about resetting relations after a bruising stretch following the political upheaval that swept Sheikh Hasina from power in August 2024. Appointing press officers with a visible history of India-critical posts isn't the reset either side was hoping to advertise.
Saadia Zahidi Becomes First Woman Chief Of International Aviation Body
In a release, IATA said Zahidi would be the ninth Director General and the first woman appointed to hold the position and would take charge from November 1.
Eating Fire For Breakfast: Hungry Donkeys Turn Firefighters In Spain
According to a report by CNN, instead of carrying hoses, donkeys are eating their way through the dry vegetation that fuels wildfires.
"Major Military Punishment": Trump's Threat To Houthis Over Red Sea Attacks
Trump said that the US will hold Iran responsible for Houthi attacks.
Opinion: Opinion | A New US-Israel Defence Bill Has Opened An Unexpected Door For India
The phrase "integration of the US and Israeli militaries" has become popular because it captures attention. It also obscures the more important story.
US-Saudi Nuclear Agreement Hinges On Riyadh Recognising Israel: Trump
The deal to establish a civilian nuclear program in Saudi Arabia "will be approved, but is totally subject to Saudi Arabia joining the very respected and successful Abraham Accords," Trump said.
Secret Service Agent Suspended For 'Leaking' JD Vance's Travel Details
The agency's internal affairs component has opened an investigation into it; however, it is unclear if the agent could face administrative punishment or criminal charges.
New York Woman Sues McDonald's After Scalding Hot Fries Burn Her Mouth
A New York woman sues McDonald's after sustaining burns from scalding hot fries in Manhattan.
News from Arabic Countries
‘There’s no salary’: DRC health workers tell of hardship as Ebola spreads
Health workers in the DRC battle a range of obstacles, from infection risk to angry mob attacks.
US court affirms release of pro-Palestine scholar as legal battle continues
Appeal judges' decision to side with Georgetown's Badar Khan Suri against Trump sets up Supreme Court intervention.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy meets with far-right US activist Laura Loomer
Pro-Israel Trump ally sits down with Ukrainian president as she says Russia is helping Iran kill US soldiers.
Mike Waltz pressed over Al Jazeera video during congressional hearing
Ted Lieu challenges UN Ambassador Mike Waltz after playing Al Jazeera footage of Iranian strikes in Jordan.
Trump imposes new double-digit tariffs on dozens of countries
With existing 10 percent levies set to expire, Trump issues new tariffs on 60 countries under forced labour provision.
Analyst: voting against Iran war funding a tough sell for Congress
The US says it has spent more than $37.5 billion on the Iran war so far.
Israel bombs Gaza after displacement orders, kills two Palestinians
Humanitarian situation in Gaza is 'desperate', UN official says, as Israeli violations of 'ceasefire' intensify.
UN envoy for Yemen ‘alarmed’ by Houthis’ Red Sea attacks, calls for talks
Hans Grundberg warns that further confrontation risks 'deepening the suffering of the Yemeni people'.
Iran war live: US completes 13th night of strikes on Iran
Trump says he is considering a ‘massive attack’, as Iran's Araghchi says 'mindless aggression' won't help a deal.
Trump expands voluntary pledge to blunt AI-driven utility bill surges
White House hails pledge that seeks to shield consumers from the cost of energy for data centres as 'historic'.
Two Palestinians killed as Israel intensifies strikes on Gaza City
Two Palestinians were killed and several others injured in a new wave of Israeli airstrikes on Gaza City.
How the Houthi Red Sea blockade will impact the world
The Houthis' blockade of Bab al-Mandeb threatens a vital global trade route.
Arab and Muslim countries condemn Israeli storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque
Israeli settlers' storming of Islam's holy site fuels 'hatred' and obstructs lasting peace, joint statement says.
Is this Italy’s ‘George Floyd moment’?
The death of Moroccan-born Abderrahim Fakir after he was restrained by police in Bologna has sparked protests.
US war on Iran: The $110 billion price tag
America's war on Iran has cost the US nearly $110 billion. Now, the Trump administration wants another $67 billion.
US attacks Iran for 13th night as Trump threatens ‘bigger’ strikes
The US president's threat comes after another day of Iranian attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan.
US-Saudi nuclear deal hinges on normalisation with Israel
President Trump said a proposed US-Saudi civilian nuclear deal is subject to Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords
Rally attendee steals the show by mimicking Trump’s gestures
A rally attendee seated directly behind Trump drew attention by mimicking the president.
France wildfires force evacuation of over 20,000 people from tourist town
About 800 firefighters and hundreds of gendarmes and soldiers deployed to battle the flames west of Bordeaux.
Videos show the moment police officer shoots man on street in Wisconsin
Outrage is growing after videos show a police officer fatally shooting a man in the US state of Wisconsin.
White House says will not block Tate brothers’ extradition to UK
Social media influencers to be extradited after UK authorities file dozens of new sex crime charges against them.
Deadly monsoon floods kill at least 40 in India
At least 40 people have died and up to 80 remain missing after heavy monsoon rains triggered severe flooding.
US government cancels subpoena against three New York Times reporters
Withdrawal is latest instance of government's efforts to crack down on critical media facing setbacks in court.
How Sudan war is putting cancer patients at risk
How Sudan war is putting cancer patients at risk
Indian activist Wangchuk ends 26-day hunger strike over exam paper leaks
Sonam Wangchuk says he ended his fast to demand education minister's resignation 'in view of possible violence'.