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"Could Have Been...": Russia Denies Attack On Indian Firm's Kyiv Warehouse

Russia has refuted allegations by Ukraine that a Russian missile struck the warehouse of an Indian pharma firm in Kyiv last week.

Published on: 17.04.2025 15:28
Adani Ports To Acquire Australian Terminal In $2.4-Billion Non-Cash Deal

Adani Ports and SEZ Ltd, India's biggest private port operator, announced on Thursday a $2.4 billion non-cash acquisition of a coal export terminal in Australia from a group company to strengthen its presence in the Asia-Pacific region.

Published on: 17.04.2025 15:10
"Put Pressure On The Killers": Zelensky Urges Allies To End War

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday urged "pressure" on Russia to end the three-year war as his top aides visited Paris for talks with US and EU officials on the conflict.

Published on: 17.04.2025 15:08
Who Is Dr Mumtaz Patel, 1st Indo-Asian Head Of UK Medical Body

Indian-origin doctor Mumtaz Patel has been elected as the 123rd president of the Royal College of Physicians (RCP).

Published on: 17.04.2025 15:03
Taurus Missiles To Ukraine Would Drag Germany Into War, Warns Russia

Russia said Thursday it would treat Ukrainian strikes on transport infrastructure using German Taurus long-range missiles as "direct participation" in the conflict by Berlin.

Published on: 17.04.2025 14:55
Google Illegally Dominated 2 Markets For Online Ad Technology: US Judge

Alphabet's Google illegally dominated two markets for online advertising technology, a federal judge said on Thursday, dealing another blow to the tech titan in an antitrust case brought by the US.

Published on: 17.04.2025 14:50
Global Economy Likely To Avoid Recession Despite Tariffs: IMF Chief

The global economy is likely to avoid a recession despite the hit to growth from US President Donald Trump's tariff rollout, the head of the International Monetary Fund said Thursday.

Published on: 17.04.2025 14:37
Shortsellers Targetted Many Companies Ahead Of Trump's Tariff Announcement

Shortsellers targeted a wider range of equity sectors in March before US President Donald Trump's April 2 "Liberation Day" tariff announcement and raised negative bets on a cluster of big tech stocks.

Published on: 17.04.2025 14:34
Putin Heaps Praise On Musk, Compares Him To Soviet Union Space Hero

The Russian president was speaking to university students about the country's space policy when he praised Elon Musk.

Published on: 17.04.2025 13:43
Portrait Of Palestinian Boy Who Lost Both Arms In Israeli Attack Wins World Press Photo Award

A haunting portrait of a nine-year-old Palestinian boy who lost both arms during an Israeli attack on Gaza City won the 2025 World Press Photo of the Year Award Thursday.

Published on: 17.04.2025 13:00
Most Promising "Hints" Of Potential Life Detected On Distant Planet

Astronomers announced Thursday that they had detected the most promising "hints" of potential life on a planet beyond our solar system, though other scientists expressed skepticism.

Published on: 17.04.2025 12:53
Over 130 International Students In US To Join Lawsuit Over Revoked Visas

More than 130 international students across the United States have joined a federal lawsuit accusing the Trump administration of unlawfully canceling their visas, jeopardizing their legal status in the country, court documents show.

Published on: 17.04.2025 12:26
'They May Try Hard But...': India On Pakistan Distancing Itself From Tahawwur Rana

On 26/11 Mumbai attacks accused Ranas extradition to India, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on Thursday that, "Pakistan may try very hard, but its reputation as the epicentre of global terrorism will not diminish."

Published on: 17.04.2025 11:58
SpaceX Frontrunner To Build Trump's Golden Dome Missile Shield

Elon Musk's SpaceX and two partners have emerged as frontrunners to win a crucial part of President Donald Trump's "Golden Dome" missile defense shield, six people familiar with the matter said.

Published on: 17.04.2025 11:57
Watch: Elephants Form Protective Circle Around Calves After Sensing Earthquake

As soon as a 5.2 magnitude earthquake shook the region, they reacted instinctively to protect the most vulnerable members of the herd.

Published on: 17.04.2025 11:44
How US-China Trade War May Have An Unexpected Winner - India

Amid US President Donald Trump's mounting tariff attack on Beijing, Chinese firms seem to be increasingly prioritising access to the Indian market by abiding by local conditions for expansion.

Published on: 17.04.2025 11:06
Viral Video Captures Woman Hurling Racial Slurs In US, Sparks Outrage

A disturbing video has gone viral on social media, capturing a woman repeatedly using a racial slur during a confrontation.

Published on: 17.04.2025 11:04
"Kashmir's Only Relation With Pakistan...": India On Pak Army Chief's "Jugular Vein" Remark

India has rubbished comments by the Pakistani army chief who claimed Kashmir was Islamabad's "jugular vein".

Published on: 17.04.2025 10:55
"His Termination Can't Come Fast Enough": Trump On US Federal Reserve Chief

US President Donald Trump blasted Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell on Thursday for not lowering interest rates, calling him "always TOO LATE AND WRONG".

Published on: 17.04.2025 10:50
Chinese Teen's Chemistry Experiment Ends In Tragedy: Arm Lost, Eyes Damaged

The teenager will have to undergo skin grafting and a cornea transplant surgery. One of his arms was amputated, and he will require an artificial limb.

Published on: 17.04.2025 10:39

News from Arabic Countries

Israel’s water war

Pinch Point looks at how Israel uses water as a strategic aim and a weapon of war.

Published on: 17.04.2025 15:03
Could Trump invoke Insurrection Act – and what powers would that give him?

Experts debunk claims of Trump declaring martial law, citing legal boundaries and confusion with the Insurrection Act.

Published on: 17.04.2025 15:02
Russia’s Supreme Court suspends ban on Afghanistan’s Taliban

The group that seized power in Afghanistan in 2021 is removed from Russia's list of banned 'terror' organisations.

Published on: 17.04.2025 14:49
Two years into Sudan’s war, where is its civil society?

Civil activists negotiate with warring sides to work but face harassment, arrests, and accusations of bias.

Published on: 17.04.2025 14:41
Israel kills children in attacks on tents including Gaza’s “safe zone”

Israeli air attacks on tents in Gaza have killed at least 35 Palestinians in the past 24 hours.

Published on: 17.04.2025 12:59
Video: Easter overshadowed by war for Christians in Palestine

Palestinian Christians in the occupied West Bank and Gaza find little joy beset by war and conflict.

Published on: 17.04.2025 12:19
Vietnam: 50 Years of Forgetting

The granddaughter of a Vietnamese hero explores the enduring legacy of the Vietnam War on her family and country.

Published on: 17.04.2025 12:17
Gaza life expectancy has been reduced “by 46 percent”

International lawyer Lara Elborno says that the situation continues to deteriorate as Israel blocks aid

Published on: 17.04.2025 12:08
Is there life on another planet? Scientists find the strongest evidence yet

Near a planet far, far away astronomers have found traces of chemicals that on Earth are only produced by living beings.

Published on: 17.04.2025 12:05
Trump’s claims about tariffs and trade with China

@khalidmajzoubofficial reviews claims the White House has made about China and its new tariffs

Published on: 17.04.2025 12:00
Palestinian photographer Samar Abu Elouf wins world’s top photo prize

The winning picture of this year's World Press Photo competition highlights the human cost of war in Gaza.

Published on: 17.04.2025 11:25
UK Supreme Court rules on legal definition of “a woman”

In a long-awaited ruling, the UK Supreme Court has defined a woman as someone born biologically female.

Published on: 17.04.2025 11:21
Virgil van Dijk signs new Liverpool contract until 2027

Liverpool captain inks a two-year extension, becoming the second key player to re-sign with the club in the last week.

Published on: 17.04.2025 11:06
Portrait of amputee Palestinian boy from Gaza wins World Press Photo award

The winning photo depicts nine-year-old Mahmoud Ajjour whose arms were severed in an Israeli attack last year in Gaza.

Published on: 17.04.2025 10:58
Faux feminism has left the planet

As the planet burns and women struggle to survive, a billionaire’s fiancee claims inspiration from the edge of space.

Published on: 17.04.2025 10:55
Hamas accuses Israel of weaponising aid as Gaza’s hunger crisis worsens

Israel's defence minister admits blockade is a 'pressure lever' against Hamas and there are no plans to ease it.

Published on: 17.04.2025 10:26
Is Zimbabwe wooing Donald Trump by paying white farmers and ending tariffs?

Zimbabwe is the only country to have suspended tariffs on US imports so far.

Published on: 17.04.2025 10:17
Dozens killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza’s tent camps for displaced people

Israeli attacks target displaced people in and around southern Gaza's al-Mawasi, as well as in Beit Lahiya in the north.

Published on: 17.04.2025 09:45
Russia ramps up pressure on all fronts as Ukraine offers to buy US Patriots

Fatal attacks have shaken several Ukrainian cities, prompting an offer from Kyiv to pay for US air defence systems.

Published on: 17.04.2025 08:59
Child among three killed in Russia’s attack on Ukraine before Paris talks

Deadly air attack on the city of Dnipro comes hours before Ukrainian officials meet US and European officials in Paris.

Published on: 17.04.2025 08:39
Cambodia seeks China’s financial support as Xi visits amid US tariff war

Cambodia is an important leg in Xi's regional tour, with China owning half of Cambodian businesses exporting to the US.

Published on: 17.04.2025 07:58
Trump’s tariffs threaten Kashmir’s carpet-weaving legacy amid price hikes

The 28-percent US tariff means the imported carpets will become significantly more expensive for American consumers.

Published on: 17.04.2025 07:32
Trump administration threatens Harvard with foreign student ban

US Department of Homeland Security tells Harvard to comply with Trump's demands or lose visas for foreign students.

Published on: 17.04.2025 07:26
Herro, Heat scorch Bulls to advance in NBA play-in, Mavericks upset Kings

Heat and Mavericks stay in the hunt for NBA's final Eastern and Western Conference playoff spots with dominant wins.

Published on: 17.04.2025 06:59
Battle for diaspora: Pakistan gov’t woos expats to break Imran Khan clout

Ex-PM Khan has enjoyed support from overseas Pakistanis, winning him influence in the West.

Published on: 17.04.2025 06:12