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Iran war: America’s old playbook is faltering but Bharat can help reset it

The entire Trumpian policy of the day, riding high on the MAGA bandwagon, is all about rejigging the world order again in favour of America

Kristi Noem fired as Homeland Security chief: What controversies defined her tenure?

US President Donald Trump has removed Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem after months of controversy over immigration crackdowns, the Minneapolis protester shootings, a $220 million ad campaign and spending scrutiny. Here’s a detailed look at the political backlash and decisions that defined her turbulent tenure

Trump delivers the longest State of the Union speech. Who held the record before him?

At one hour and 48 minutes, US President Donald Trump delivered the longest State of the Union speech. Before him, former President Bill Clinton held the record for speaking for one hour and 28 minutes to the US Congress

US judge questions government's role in Washington Post raid

In a pivotal hearing for press freedom, a federal judge in Virginia has expressed deep concern over the government’s seizure of devices from Washington Post journalist Hannah Natanson, noting that she has effectively "been deprived of her life’s work."

Trump administration sued over its attempt to overhaul historic golf course

A legal challenge has been launched in Washington to protect the historic East Potomac Golf Course from a proposed federal overhaul. Local residents and a preservation group claim the administration's plan to reconstruct the site violates a century old public park act and poses significant environmental risks to the community.

Journalism’s business model is broken: Lessons from Washington Post layoffs

Journalism has survived many crises, but today’s challenge is different because it is built into the economics of the industry itself

Ghislaine Maxwell pleaded the fifth before US Congress: What does it mean?

Ghislaine Maxwell refused to answer questions during a US congressional deposition, invoking her Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination. Her silence sparked criticism from Democrats as well as Republicans, as the US Congress works to expose Epstein’s abuse network

Will Lewis steps down as Washington Post CEO and publisher after mass layoffs

Washington Post publisher and CEO Will Lewis has resigned abruptly, days after sweeping layoffs triggered newsroom backlash, raising fresh questions about leadership, morale and the paper’s direction under Jeff Bezos

Ishaan Tharoor, Shashi Tharoor's son, among 300 fired at Washington Post. What's going on?

Jezz Bezos-owned The Washington Post has laid off nearly one-third of its workforce in one of the largest newsroom cuts in its history. Entire sections, including sports and books coverage, were shut, foreign bureaus closed, and senior journalists dismissed as financial losses, subscriber decline, and editorial shifts influenced the storied newspaper. Among those axed is Ishaan Tharoor, Indian MP Shashi Tharoor's son

What is Trump’s plan for an India Gate-style arch in Washington DC?

US President Donald Trump is pushing for a massive India Gate-style triumphal arch in Washington DC to mark America’s 250th Independence anniversary. Planned to tower over the Lincoln Memorial, the proposed 250-foot structure would require multiple federal approvals, including potential congressional sign-off