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What Happened on April 12? A Historic Spaceflight and a War’s First Shots

12 Apr 2025 12:43 PM IST

From Yuri Gagarin’s pioneering journey into space in 1961 to NASA's first space shuttle launch and the beginning of the American Civil War — April 12 stands as a remarkable date in history, marking triumphs, transitions, and turning points that changed the world.

Judge Clears Deportation of Columbia Grad Mahmoud Khalil

12 Apr 2025 12:40 PM IST

United States judge approves deportation of Columbia grad Mahmoud Khalil over Gaza protests, sparking controversy.

Who is Shawn Monper? Butler Man Arrested for Threatening to ‘Assassinate’ Donald Trump

12 Apr 2025 12:29 PM IST

Shawn Monper, a 32-year-old from Pennsylvania, was arrested after posting YouTube threats to assassinate Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and officials. The FBI, alerted by Google, discovered he was stockpiling weapons. He's now facing multiple federal charges for his actions.

US Judge Approves Deportation of Pro-Palestinian Student Mahmoud Khalil

12 Apr 2025 12:16 PM IST

A U.S. judge approved the deportation of pro-Palestinian student Mahmoud Khalil, prompting his lawyers to challenge the decision.

Who Is Abbas Araghchi? Meet Iran’s Top Nuclear Negotiator Leading Talks with the US | TDG Explainer

12 Apr 2025 11:49 AM IST

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, a veteran negotiator and key architect of the 2015 nuclear deal, is leading new high-stakes talks with the US in Oman. The negotiations aim to ease tensions and revive stalled diplomatic efforts amid regional instability.

Trump Completes Check-Up at 78, White House Promises Details

12 Apr 2025 10:55 AM IST

U.S President Donald Trump aged 78, undergoes routine medical check-up at Walter Reed; White House to release health update soon.

Witkoff Meets Putin in St. Petersburg Amid Trump’s Ceasefire Push

12 Apr 2025 10:49 AM IST

Trump urges Putin to speed up a Ukraine ceasefire as U.S. envoy Witkoff holds four-hour meeting in St. Petersburg.

Trump Hangs His Own ‘Fight, Fight, Fight’ Portrait At White House: Obama’s Portrait Relocated

12 Apr 2025 07:17 AM IST

In a bold break from tradition, Donald Trump replaced Barack Obama's portrait with an artwork depicting his response after surviving an assassination attempt, turning the White House foyer into political symbolism central.

US Pastor Josh Sullivan Kidnapped At Gunpoint During Church Service In South Africa

12 Apr 2025 07:01 AM IST

Josh Sullivan, a missionary from Tennessee, was abducted at gunpoint during a church service in South Africa. His family confirmed he's alive, and negotiations with the kidnappers are ongoing.

State Dept Staff Told to Report Anti-Christian Bias Under New Trump Order

12 Apr 2025 04:50 AM IST

The Trump administration has instructed State Department staff to report anti-Christian bias among colleagues, under a new executive order.

US-Ukraine Minerals Deal Hits Roadblock Amid Tense Washington Talks

12 Apr 2025 04:16 AM IST

Talks between the US and Ukraine on a rare minerals deal have become strained, with Kyiv rejecting the Trump administration’s latest sweeping proposal that offers no security assurances in return for resource control.

Zuckerberg Accused of Aiding China, “Fooling Americans”: Whistleblower

12 Apr 2025 04:05 AM IST

Former Meta executive Sarah Wynn-Williams accuses Mark Zuckerberg of compromising US national security to grow business ties with China, including user data access and censorship support.