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01 Apr 2025

China

Chinese doctor fired for selling placentas as traditional medicine ingredients

A Chinese obstetrician was sacked after being caught on camera taking placentas from new mothers.

01 Apr 2025

Birmingham

Birmingham declares 'major incident' as 17,000 tons garbage left uncollected 

Birmingham, England's second-largest city, has declared a "major incident" in light of an ongoing strike by sanitation workers.

01 Apr 2025

Japan

What's Nankai Trough? Ocean-floor trench at risk of 9-magnitude megaquake 

Japan's government has warned of a potential catastrophic earthquake in the Nankai Trough region in a report released on Monday.

01 Apr 2025

Bali

Plane reverses after 'disruptive' passenger tries to open door mid-flight 

A recent incident involving a Jetstar flight from Bali, Indonesia to Melbourne, Australia has raised safety concerns.

01 Apr 2025

Thailand

Thai man abandons baby in forest to punish wife; arrested

In a bizarre case from Thailand, a 21-year-old man has been arrested for leaving his two-week-old baby in the woods.

01 Apr 2025

Social Media

Epstein, Prince Andrew accuser Virginia Giuffre given days to live 

Virginia Giuffre, a victim of Jeffrey Epstein and also an alleged victim of Prince Andrew's sexual abuse, has announced she is dying.

01 Apr 2025

Australia

This job offers $428,000 salary, free housing, car—What's the catch?

A once-in-a-lifetime job has opened up in Julia Creek, a sleepy Queensland town in Australia.

01 Apr 2025

Donald Trump

'India will drop tariffs': Trump's prediction ahead of Wednesday deadline 

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he had heard India would significantly lower its tariffs on American products.

01 Apr 2025

Donald Trump

'Dirty 15' likely on Trump's tariff targets: What are they?  

United Stares President Donald Trump will announce a new list of "reciprocal tariffs" on April 2, which he has declared "Liberation Day."

01 Apr 2025

Elon Musk

Musk claims he paid $2.5M child support despite paternity doubts

Elon Musk (53) has publicly denied claims of retaliating against author and columnist Ashley St. Clair and their infant.

01 Apr 2025

Iran

'No choice but to use nukes...if attacked': Iran to US

An adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei has warned that the country may consider acquiring nuclear weapons if it is attacked by the United States or its allies.

01 Apr 2025

China

China surrounds Taiwan with military forces for 'blockade' drills

China has launched extensive military drills around Taiwan, involving its army, navy, air, and rocket forces.

01 Apr 2025

China

'Northeast India is landlocked': Bangladesh's Yunus invites China to expand 

Bangladesh's interim government chief adviser, Muhammad Yunus, during his recent four-day visit to China, invited Beijing to expand its economic footprint in the region.

01 Apr 2025

Donald Trump

'India charges...100% tariffs': US won't make exemptions on reciprocal tariffs 

The White House has condemned the steep tariffs by India and other countries on American goods.

01 Apr 2025

China

Myanmar earthquake death toll crosses 2,000; rescue efforts continue

According to the military government, the death toll from a devastating earthquake in Myanmar has passed 2,000. The quake hit four days ago and measured 7.7 on the Richter scale.

31 Mar 2025

Georgia

'Scared to...': Indian students in US shaken by recent deaths 

The recent deaths of Indian students in the United States have left the Indian American community reeling with anxiety.

31 Mar 2025

Sydney

Mother stabs 3 children in Sydney shocker; here's what happened 

In a shocking incident, a 46-year-old woman was arrested by the police after she allegedly stabbed her three children several times at their Baulkham Hills home in Sydney's northwest.

31 Mar 2025

Emmanuel Macron

French far-right leader Le Pen found guilty in embezzlement case 

Marine Le Pen, a leading figure in France's far-right politics, has been barred from contesting the French presidential election for five years.

31 Mar 2025

Italy

From dress fittings to guest list: Jeff Bezos-Lauren's wedding updates 

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Emmy-winning journalist Lauren Sanchez were recently spotted at the Dolce & Gabbana boutique in Milan, Italy, for a fitting appointment.

31 Mar 2025

Japan

Japan earmarks $133 billion to boost earthquake resilience

Japan plans to spend a record-breaking $133 billion on a national resilience plan in its upcoming national budget for the next five years.

31 Mar 2025

Donald Trump

Trump 'not joking' about possible third term as US president

United States President Donald Trump has hinted at a possible third term in office.

31 Mar 2025

Bangkok

Myanmar earthquake struck during Friday prayers; 700 worshippers among deceased 

A strong 7.7-magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar during Friday prayers, killing over 1,700 people, including over 700 worshippers.

31 Mar 2025

Florida

Influencer films disgusting sex acts with dog 'for money'; arrested 

Social media influencer Logan Guminski from Ocala, Florida, has been arrested for allegedly recording explicit sexual acts with her pet Chihuahua and posting the videos on Instagram.

31 Mar 2025

South Korea

South Korean police believe they know what started 'worst-ever' wildfires  

A middle-aged man tending to a family grave on a hillside in Uiseong County, North Gyeongsang province, is suspected of starting one of South Korea's worst wildfires, according to the National Police Agency.

31 Mar 2025

Bangkok

Thailand gives 7-day deadline to probe Chinese-built skyscraper collapse

Thailand's Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered a thorough investigation into the recent collapse of a Bangkok skyscraper.

31 Mar 2025

Bangkok

Chinese men seen 'removing' documents from collapsed Bangkok skyscraper; detained  

Four Chinese men were detained in Thailand on Sunday for trespassing at the site of a collapsed building in Chatuchak District.

Iran readies missiles after Trump's 'there will be bombing' threat 

Iran has reportedly placed its missile arsenal on high alert, following a warning from United States President Donald Trump.

US revoking F-1 visas. Should Indian students be worried?

Hundreds of overseas students, including Indians, have been asked to leave the US.

31 Mar 2025

Donald Trump

Trump 'very angry' with Putin, threatens tariffs on Russian oil

After weeks of trying to broker a ceasefire in Ukraine, US President Donald Trump has said he is "very angry" and "pissed off" with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

30 Mar 2025

Prince Harry

Prince Harry accused of 'harassment, bullying' by African charity chair

Prince Harry has been accused of authorizing the release of damaging news that allegedly led to the harassment and bullying of Dr. Sophie Chandauka, Sentebale charity chair, amid the events surrounding his resignation from the organization.

30 Mar 2025

Syria

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa announces transitional government

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, also known as Abu Mohammad al-Julani, has declared a transitional government, a decisive change in the country's political scene.

30 Mar 2025

Canada

'Takedown Tesla' protests erupt across US against Elon Musk

Protests against electric vehicle maker Tesla, led by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, erupted across the US on Saturday.

30 Mar 2025

Afghanistan

Afghan women's rights activists face deportation from Pakistan

More than 50 prominent female Afghan women's rights activists living in Pakistan are facing the threat of deportation back to their home country.

30 Mar 2025

Donald Trump

Trump reiterates ambition to acquire Greenland: All options on table

United States President Donald Trump has once again reiterated his desire to purchase Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory under Denmark.

30 Mar 2025

H-1B Visa

H-1B visa lottery results out: What should Indians do next?

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has started announcing results for the FY 2026 H-1B visa lottery.

30 Mar 2025

Egypt

Israel proposes new deal even as Rafah ground operations continue

Israel has put forth a counter-proposal for a Gaza ceasefire, in coordination with the United States.

30 Mar 2025

Bangkok

Death toll passes 1,600 in massive earthquake in Myanmar, Thailand

A devastating earthquake hit Myanmar and Thailand on Friday, with the death toll surpassing 1,600 by Saturday.

29 Mar 2025

Afghanistan

Denmark rebuffs JD Vance's criticism of its support for Greenland

Denmark has hit back at United States Vice President JD Vance's recent criticism of its support for Greenland.

29 Mar 2025

China

Myanmar earthquake: Water tank collapses in China's Yunnan

A 7.7-magnitude quake rocked Myanmar on Friday, killing over 1,000 people and causing widespread destruction.

29 Mar 2025

China

US VP JD Vance criticizes Denmark over Greenland's security

United States Vice President JD Vance has slammed Denmark for what he sees as its inability to adequately protect Greenland.