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U.S. Kills Al-Qaeda Affiliate in Syria; Ceasefire Progress in Gaza

31 Jan 2025 08:39 AM IST

The U.S. military killed Muhammad Salah al-Za'bir, a senior member of an Al-Qaeda-linked group, in a Thursday airstrike in northwest Syria.

Trump’s FBI Nominee Kash Patel Pledges Fairness, No ‘Political Retribution’ After Prosecutor Firings

31 Jan 2025 05:38 AM IST

During his confirmation hearing, Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal pressed Patel to guarantee that he would not fire FBI agents who worked on probes into Trump’s handling of classified documents and efforts to overturn the 2020 election.

5 Key Insights from the Senate Hearings of RFK Jr., Gabbard, and Patel

31 Jan 2025 05:25 AM IST

During the hearings, all three nominees attempted to clarify or soften previous statements that have drawn scrutiny from senators who will ultimately decide their confirmations.

Mysterious Discoveries: 13 Decomposed Bodies Found On Boat Near St Kitts And Nevis

31 Jan 2025 03:35 AM IST

The bodies were in an advanced state of decomposition. Investigations are ongoing as authorities assess if there’s any connection between the two incidents.

Indian-Origin Bishop Of Liverpool Resigns Over Sexual Assault Allegations

31 Jan 2025 03:24 AM IST

John Perumbalath, Bishop of Liverpool, resigned following accusations of sexual assault. Although denying the allegations, he stated the media scrutiny made his position untenable, affecting the diocese and church.

Israel Releases 110 Palestinian Prisoners After Mediation Deal

31 Jan 2025 03:00 AM IST

Earlier, Israel had delayed the release of Palestinian prisoners, asserting that they would not be freed until the "safe passage" of hostages was "guaranteed in the next releases."

‘Not a Joke’: Marco Rubio on Trump’s Offer to Buy Greenland

31 Jan 2025 02:47 AM IST

When asked about a specific timeline, Rubio explained his inability to provide one.

US Court Overturns Ban On Handgun Sales To Adults Under 21 In Landmark Ruling

31 Jan 2025 02:45 AM IST

The court overturned a decades-old federal ban on handgun sales to adults aged 18-20, citing recent Supreme Court rulings expanding gun rights and historical firearm regulations.

Russian Drone Strike On Ukrainian Apartment Building Kills 9, Injures 13 In Sumy

31 Jan 2025 01:58 AM IST

Russian drones targeted Ukraine overnight, with one strike on Sumy causing fatalities. Emergency crews rescued residents from debris. Despite claims of avoiding civilian harm, Russia’s attacks continue to devastate Ukraine.

What Fiery Questions Did Tulsi Gabbard Face In Her High-Stakes Senate Hearing?

31 Jan 2025 01:43 AM IST

During her Senate confirmation, Tulsi Gabbard defended her past support for Snowden and her controversial meeting with Assad. Her responses raised concerns among lawmakers over her stance on US security.

Keir Starmer Declares Gifts From Trump, Including Signed Baseball Caps, In Transparency Report

31 Jan 2025 01:12 AM IST

Starmer's transparency report revealed the caps among other gifts, following UK ministerial rules. Starmer also declared Swift merchandise and items from Biden, the Sultan of Oman, and more.

Sweden’s Quran Burner Salwan Momika Shot Dead: 5 Arrested In Connection

31 Jan 2025 00:30 AM IST

Five individuals have been arrested in connection with the killing of Salwan Momika, an Iraqi refugee responsible for burning the Quran, sparking nationwide riots in Sweden in 2023.