Sweden has introduced new rules for those seeking citizenship. Starting in June, aspirants will have to wait eight years before applying and undertake a language test
‘Schitt’s Creek’ actor Catherine O’Hara’s cause of death has been revealed. The comic star died of a pulmonary embolism, with rectal cancer listed as the long-term cause of death. A pulmonary embolism occurs when a blood clot blocks a blood vessel in the lungs
The US has accused China of secretly carrying out a nuclear test in June 2020, a week after the Galwan Valley clash in which 20 Indian soldiers died. Beijing has dismissed these claims as ‘outright lies’. But what do nuclear monitoring systems reveal?
Alphabet is tapping global bond markets with its largest-ever borrowing plan, including a rare 100-year bond. As AI-driven capital expenditure surges across Big Tech, the Google parent’s multi-currency bond sale highlights how artificial intelligence is influencing investor demand worldwide
A video of an Iranian man, named Pouria Hamidi, recently went viral on social media. He can be seen appealing to US President Donald Trump to stop pursuing any diplomatic agreement with the Ayatollah Khamenei regime. Tragically, the man reportedly died by suicide after releasing the video. Here’s what happened
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has weathered mounting pressure over the Peter Mandelson-Jeffrey Epstein controversy, senior resignations, and internal Labour dissent. Backed by key ministers, Starmer has refused to quit, buying time as investigations, elections and political tests loom for his fragile government
Days after India inked a trade agreement with the US, Bangladesh has done the same. As per the deal, the Trump administration will slash tariffs on Bangladeshi goods to 19 per cent, one per cent less than before. Meanwhile, US levies on Indian exports are now pegged at 18 per cent
The long-running legal and censorship issue around actor Vijay’s 'Jana Nayagan' film will end today (February 10) as the makers have decided to withdraw the writ petition filed against the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) from the Madras high court. Also, several Latin American countries will launch their first free, collaborative, and open-source AI Latam-GPT today
Many in the UK, including some within Keir Starmer’s own Labour Party, are turning on the British Prime Minister over his decision to appoint Peter Mandelson as ambassador despite knowing his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. But will he stay or will he go? How things could play out
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who secured a landslide victory in snap elections, has singled out India as a key partner in the Indo-Pacific. Experts say both countries are trying to diversify supply chains with an eye on China and could increase co-operation in maritime security, joint military exercises, and technology
Jeffrey Epstein wanted to give away $100 million to his then-girlfriend Karyna Shuliak, as per the millions of documents recently released by the US Justice Department. He had a total fortune of $630 million at the time of his death in 2019. As per a recent court filing, the estate is valued at $120 million
Jimmy Lai, a pro-democracy figure and media baron, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison by Hong Kong for national security offences. Lai is one of the most visible critics of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)
The European Union launched its digital Entry and Exit System (EES) last year, which tracks when non-EU citizens enter and exit the Schengen area. But why is it causing delays?
Thailand’s Bhumjaithai Party has secured a win in Sunday’s general election, with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul claiming victory. While the party lacks an outright majority, its 192 seats give Anutin plenty of bargaining power. How easily can he form a coalition?
The Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) has proposed a pilot electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) corridor linking Gurugram, Connaught Place and the upcoming Jewar International Airport in Noida. It also suggested developing rooftop vertiports instead of creating new ground-based landing pads
A BJP corporator has suggested implementing a congestion tax in Mumbai's central business districts to help reduce gridlock and improve the city’s poor air quality. Several places, including New York City and London, have already introduced such levies. But are they effective?
Overtourism is taking a toll on some of the world’s most spectacular locations. A Japanese city has cancelled its cherry blossom festival because of overcrowding. Peru's Machu Picchu site was on the verge of losing its ‘new wonders of the world’ tag
A speeding Lamborghini, reportedly being driven by tobacco tycoon KK Mishra's son Shivam Kumar Mishra, 45, tore through a busy stretch of Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur on Sunday afternoon (February 8), and injured many. Shivam first grabbed headlines in 2024 during large-scale Income Tax (IT) raids on his family’s business
Sarvam AI, a Bengaluru-based startup, has announced that its Large Language Model (LLM) has beaten Google Gemini and ChatGPT in some tests. But what do we know about the firm?
India’s fast-tracked hydropower projects on the Chenab river, led by the Sawalkote dam, have resulted in a worry tensions for Pakistan as the Indus Waters Treaty remains in abeyance. From Pakal Dul to Ratle, these projects carry strategic implications for both the countries
Jeffrey Epstein was obsessed with genetics and ‘improving’ the human race, the latest tranche of documents released by the US Department of Justice reveals. He mulled seeding the human race with his DNA by impregnating as many women as possible at his vast New Mexico ranch
Will he or won’t he? The world wonders if Donald Trump will attack Iran as the US continues its military build-up around West Asia. A massive ‘armada’, led by the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier, is heading towards the Persian Gulf. Also, satellite imagery reveals more fighter jets and missile defences being positioned in various bases in the region
Morgan McSweeney, Keir Starmer’s powerful chief of staff and key architect of Labour’s 2024 election victory, resigned after taking responsibility for advising the appointment of Peter Mandelson as US ambassador. His exit follows explosive Epstein-linked revelations that have plunged Starmer’s government into its biggest crisis yet
Hong Kong's Apple Daily, a pro-democracy tabloid founded by Jimmy Lai, was at the centre of the media landscape in recent times. Now, Lai has been sentenced to prison for 20 years after being found guilty of foreign collusion. The media mogul's downfall is similar to that of Hong Kong's media ecosystem
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi secures a historic two-thirds supermajority, empowering her "Iron Lady" agenda of aggressive tax cuts and military expansion after a high-stakes election gamble pays off
National Security Adviser Ajit Doval met with his Canadian counterpart, Nathalie Drouin, where both sides agreed to establish security and law enforcement liaison officers. The talks also sent a clear message that Khalistani-linked networks do not enjoy the support of Ottawa
Sanae Takaichi has won the snap elections four months after becoming Japan's first woman prime minister. She won with a two-thirds majority for her ruling bloc that will put her in a powerful position to push through her legislative agenda
The United States and Bangladesh are set to sign a trade agreement today (February 9), days ahead of the long-awaited polls in Dhaka. This comes after India secured a trade deal with the US. Meanwhile, a Hong Kong court will sentence media tycoon Jimmy Lai today, following his December conviction under a Beijing-imposed national security law
Welcome to Tenshoku Sodan Bar in Japan’s Yokohama. Here those considering quitting their jobs get free drinks with a side of one-on-one career advice from professional counsellors
Earlier this week, stocks of Infosys, TCS and other IT stocks lost lakhs of rupees in market value after the US AI firm, Anthropic, launched a new AI tool. Investors are worried that this could make software jobs redundant. We delve into more of this in our ‘Word of the Week’ special