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'Gateway To Expand Into Mideast': Oman Pitches New Port For Indian Businesses
Ambassador of Oman to India Issa Saleh Abdullah Alshibani said the Embassy has been bringing stakeholders from Oman to India to promote the country and its growing commercial infrastructure.
Afghan Man Gets 20-Year Prison Term In Case Linked To Kabul Airport Bombing
US troops were conducting an evacuation operation at the airport when a lone suicide bomber detonated an improvised explosive device near an entry point known as Abbey Gate.
Amazon Raises Minimum Starting Wage To $20 An Hour In US
With the $1-per-hour increase across the board for these workers who do jobs like pack and ship orders, the average pay for these employees will reach nearly $24 per hour
Russia Sanctions Reaches Trump's Desk. How It Will Affect India's Oil Trade
The bill's path to the Resolute Desk has been full of obstacles, including significant opposition from some House Democrats who argued that it would give the president too much tariff power.
US Woman Pleads Guilty To Defrauding Jeffrey Epstein Victims Fund Of $750,000
Jennifer Percival, a scholar who has written books on autism, entered the plea in federal court in New York on Monday, the same day that she was charged in the case.
India, China To Face New Trump Tariffs? US House Passes Russia Sanctions Bill
The Republican-led House of Representatives passed the package by 262-159, giving a final congressional green light to the most substantial US legislative effort against Moscow since Trump returned to office.
Zelensky's Former TV Studio Warehouse Destroyed In Russian Strike
The studio has produced some of Ukraine's most popular television shows including a comedy series about a fictional president that propelled Zelensky to fame.
Factbox: AI Rivalry Hangs Over Trump-Xi Talks
Washington and Beijing view advances in AI as critical to their economic and military competitiveness, but they remain at odds over access to advanced chips, allegations of technology copying and regulation of the AI industry.
US Fed Hikes Rates To Tackle Inflation, Trump Slams Move As "Hostile"
US households and businesses have been battered by years of higher-than-target inflation, and prices have surged in the wake of Trump's war on Iran, his signature tariff policies and the ongoing AI boom.
US Drops Venezuela From Drug List, May Remove Colombia: Trump
Donald Trump said that Venezuela should no longer be designated as having failed demonstrably to fulfill its drug control commitments.
US-Contracted Vessel Hit By Iranian Missiles Near Strait Of Hormuz: Report
According to the report, two individuals familiar with the matter, reporting that the strike involved four Iranian drones alongside at least one missile, with a projectile making direct impact while the ship navigated the strategic waterway.
Saudi Seeks Help From France, Britain, Pakistan To Fight Houthis
On Wednesday, Saudi Arabia accused the Houthis of trying to attack Islam's holiest city with a drone; the region responded with condemnation but no sign of military support.
On Risk From Superintelligence, Top AI Expert's Chimpanzee-Nukes Analogy
Stuart Russell said it was disappointing that Donald Trump and Mark Zuckerberg did not agree with calls for slowing down AI development.
Zelensky Says Russia Tried To Attack His Plane Twice To 'Intimidate' Him: Report
Speaking to CBS News on Tuesday, Zelensky said his aircraft was in Moldova when the first incident took place. He claimed a similar incident occurred when he travelled back through the country.
Houthis Release Video Of Saudi F-15 Jet Being Shot And Its Wreckage In Flames
The four-minute video shows a compilation of clips starting from the targeting of the jet, which then shifts to nighttime scenes of intense fire and rising smoke on the ground, probably as the immediate aftermath of the crash.
Oil Exports Through Hormuz Rebound Amid Middle East Turmoil
Brent crude prices have crossed $108 per barrel as a new conflict between Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis adds to instability in the oil-exporting Gulf region.
Nobel Laureate Michael Kremer Named Next World Bank Chief Economist
Michael Kremer, 61, won the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 2019 jointly with Esther Duflo and Abhijit Banerjee for their experimental approach to alleviating global poverty.
India Rejects Pak-China Border Commission, Slams "Theatrics"
The Ministry of External Affairs in a statement categorically denied the existence of a boundary between Pakistan and China and said that the Commission exists "without any legal basis".
Trump Praises PM Modi's Opium Crackdown As India Remains On US Drug List
Trump highlighted what he described as "historic progress" by his administration in tackling drug trafficking and narcoterrorist organisations.
20, Including 5 Children, Dead As Gaza Building Struck By Israel Collapses
The six-storey building, which had four apartments per floor, crumbled overnight onto nearby homes and tents in the Tal al-Hawa area of Gaza City, according to the civil defence agency, which works as a rescue service under Hamas authority.
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US extends visa ban on Palestinian officials before UN General Assembly
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is among those barred for the second year in a row.
Yemeni forces target Houthis and a Saudi base as US rules out direct role
Saudi Arabia requests missile defence support from allies as the US sees its own stock of interceptors dwindle.
Verstappen beats 100 go-karters in fun Silverstone race
Four-time Formula One champion Max Verstappen has beaten 100 go-karters in a competition at Silverstone, UK.
Morocco’s 2026 election: A test of political trust and engagement
Youth unemployment, living costs and public services are key issues before the September 23 vote.
Floods return to Valencia with 2024 tragedy still fresh in mind
Flooding hits Valencia, Spain, with torrential rain triggering rescues and major travel disruptions.
Reports: US, Houthis make secret deal over Yemen war
Yemen’s Houthis have agreed to allow US shipping unfettered Red Sea access if Washington refrains from military action.
UK’s Burnham, Canada’s Carney discuss AI risks, defence cooperation
UK and Canada explore AI risks, defence cooperation and joint initiatives during a bilateral meeting in Liverpool.
Congress passes sweeping US sanctions bill targeting Russia
The bill marks the first time in more than two years the US Congress has passed legislation supporting Ukraine
US CENTCOM tells Al Jazeera Hormuz blockade ‘highly effective’
The spokesman for US Central Command has told Al Jazeera its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is ‘highly effective’.
Trump says Canada becoming EU ‘associate member’ could be ‘hostile act’
The US president threatened heavy tariffs and said the US could cut some trade with Europe over the proposed status.
NHL superstar Ovechkin ‘was asked’ to film Putin ad, team says
Russian sports icon joins prominent domestic figures promoting the ruling United Russia party ahead of elections.
Three dead after flooding inundates Navajo Nation in New Mexico
Indigenous authorities issue condolences after two adults and a child swept away by floodwaters in southwestern state.
Iran war live: Trump says US nearing end of war, claims Tehran direct talks
President Trump says the US is nearing the end of the conflict with Iran and claims direct talks with Tehran.
Israel and Morocco agree to open embassies, upgrading diplomatic ties
Both sides agreed to expand air travel and resume direct commercial flights.
US military claims Strait of Hormuz remains open amid ongoing blockade
The comments from a US CENTCOM spokesperson come amid continued tensions over shipping through the vital waterway.
‘People don’t have money’: Syrian fuel hikes deepen economic pain
Higher diesel and petrol prices are pushing up transport and food costs across an already impoverished Syria.
What to know about US Federal Reserve’s first interest rate hike in 3 years
The unanimous decision comes as prices have remained stubbornly high and despite Trump's demands for lower rates.
For checkpoint and settler attack news, Palestinians tune into the radio
Palestinians in the West Bank navigate Israeli road closures and attacks with help from a local radio station.
Macklemore pledges $1m in tour earnings to Palestinian groups
The rapper also challenged Robert Kraft to match the donation as fallout from his removal from Ed Sheeran’s tour grows.
Manchester United lose 3-2 to Brighton, crash out of League Cup
Brighton come from two goals down to win 3-2 at Old Trafford, to shock Manchester United as slow start continues.
Rescue workers search for survivors after Gaza building collapse
Rescue workers search for survivors after Gaza building collapse
US removes Venezuela from drug list, Trump says
Trump says the country has made progress against narcotics since Maduro's removal, may also remove Colombia and Bolivia.
Displaced Syrians dig through hills of garbage to make a living
Displaced Syrians are digging through mountains of burning garbage searching for recyclable materials to make a living.
New video claims to show Saudi fighter jet Houthis say they shot down
Houthi forces have released a video claiming to show a Saudi fighter jet the group says was shot down in Yemen’s Marib.
Syria abolishes al-Assad-era ‘terrorism’ court as Kurdish tensions flare
Discontent is testing President Ahmed al-Sharaa's ability to unify a country emerging from 14 years of conflict.