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Trump threatens to take legal action against BBC over Panorama documentary edit

US President Donald Trump said he would take strong legal action against the BBC over how his speech was edited by Panorama in a documentary.

Colombia bombing near Venezuela border kills 9 guerrilla fighters: defence source

A Colombian military bombing near the Venezuelan border in Arauca province has killed nine guerrilla fighters

Trump withdraws endorsement of Marjorie Taylor Greene, calls her 'ranting lunatic'

Trump has pulled his endorsement of Republican firebrand Marjorie Taylor Greene after escalating disputes, accusing her of constant complaining and drifting “far left.”

'I chose to leave temporarily': Sheikh Hasina on 2024 ouster from Bangladesh | Firstpost Exclusive

In an exclusive conversation with Firstpost, former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, responds to allegations of excessive force during the 2024 protests, whether she intends to return to contest the next election, and why she believes in India-Bangladesh ties

'No roof above us': Heavy rainfall floods tents of displaced Palestinians in Gaza

Storms are typical in Gaza during this time of year, but with hundreds of thousands of Palestinians already displaced from permanent homes, even a moderate amount of rainfall can overwhelm residents and worsen the already dire situation

Colombia seals $4.3bn deal to buy Swedish warplanes as rift with US deepens

Colombia has confirmed a $4.3 billion purchase of 17 Swedish Gripen fighter jets amid rising tension with the United States.

China asks citizens to avoid travelling to Japan as row over Taiwan grows

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi told parliament on November 7 that use of force against the self-ruled island claimed by China could warrant a military response from Tokyo

'Grave assault on constitution': 2 judges of Pakistan Supreme Court resign over 27th Amendment

Two justices of Pakistan's Supreme Court resigned after they expressed opposition to the newly imposed 27th Constitutional Amendment. They called the law a 'grave assault' on the country's constitution

Alibaba enabled Chinese military cyber activity, provided data access, US memo alleges: reports

A US memo containing declassified intelligence accuses Alibaba of aiding Chinese military cyber operations, allegations the company and China reject.

US mulls dividing Gaza into 'green zone' & 'red zone' as it struggles to draw a reconstruction plan: Report

The United States military is planning to divide Gaza into a "green zone" and "red zone" as calls for the reconstruction of the coastal enclave start to escalate.

Indigenous protesters disrupt Cop30 in Brazil once again, raising concerns over Amazon forest

Dozens of Indigenous protesters blocked the entrance to the UN climate summit in Brazil on Friday to spotlight their struggle in the Amazon, prompting high-level interventions to defuse the situation.

Moscow launches massive drone and missile strike on Kyiv; Zelenskyy condemns ‘calculated’ Russian attack

Russia struck residential parts of Ukraine's capital Kyiv on Friday, Ukraine said, killing six people in a single apartment block in attacks President Volodymyr Zelenskyy denounced as "heinous" and aimed at civilians.

Pakistan confirms ‘stalemate’ in Afghanistan talks after unproductive third round

Pakistan on Friday acknowledged that its relations with Afghanistan are currently in a “stalemate” after three rounds of talks failed to yield an agreement on counterterrorism cooperation

Why South Africa asked Google to pay $40 million to news outlets

South Africa’s Competition Commission secures a $40 million settlement from Google to support local news outlets, tackle algorithmic bias and ensure sustainable digital media amid rising dominance of global platforms.

Economy struggling, European Union decides to gut green rules, cut red tape for businesses

European lawmakers voted Thursday to back the weakening of landmark EU environmental and human rights rules, as part of a business-friendly drive to slash red tape pushed through with far-right support.

Several killed as bus crashes into stop in Stockholm, police say no indication of attack

Several people were killed and injured when a bus hit a bus stop in central Stockholm on Friday, Swedish police said, adding that they had no information pointing to it being an attack

Trump orders DOJ probe into Epstein’s alleged ties with JPMorgan, Clinton and other Democrats

President Trump on Friday said he has directed the Department of Justice to investigate what he described as Jeffrey Epstein’s “alleged ties” with JPMorgan Chase and several prominent Democratic figures, including former President Bill Clinton

Ukraine begins mass production of domestic interceptor drones as Russian attacks intensify

As the conflict with Russia nears its fourth year, cities and towns far from the frontline continue to face near-daily attacks involving hundreds of Russian drones, Ukraine has started mass production of its new domestically developed interceptor drones to strengthen air defences.

US and key Arab nations urge swift UN adoption of resolution backing Trump’s Gaza peace plan

The United States and several Arab and Muslim-majority nations including Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Turkey called Friday for the UN Security Council to quickly adopt a US resolution endorsing Donald Trump's peace plan for Gaza.

US to cut Swiss tariffs to 15% under new trade framework, easing earlier shock levy

The United States and Switzerland are set to unveil details of a trade pact Friday, with both sides reaching an agreement to sharply lower tariffs recently imposed by President Donald Trump.

US approves $330 million military sale to Taiwan, first under the Trump administration

The United States has approved $330 million-worth of parts and components in its first military sale to Taiwan since US President Donald Trump's return to office.

Caribbean boat strikes: Most Americans don't support US military killing drug suspects, shows poll

Only 29% of Americans back the use of the US military to kill suspected drug traffickers without judicial oversight. A majority — 51% — oppose the practice, while the remainder say they are unsure, according to new Reuters/Ipsos poll

China begins trials of 'Sichuan' ship. Why it matters

China has begun sea trials for the Type 076 amphibious assault ship Sichuan. Equipped with an extended flight deck, dual islands, and electromagnetic catapults, the vessel signals Beijing’s growing ability to field hybrid assault and aviation platforms capable of far-seas missions

Extrajudicial killings in Bangladesh: New report puts Yunus govt in the dock

Fresh reports of extrajudicial killings and lingering impunity are undermining hopes for reform under Muhammad Yunus’s interim government as Bangladesh nears high-stakes February elections, according to a report

Is US looking to scrap the H-1B visa entirely? What's the new law being proposed?

While US President Donald Trump admits that the US needs global talent, his party member and Congresswoman, Marjorie Taylor Greene, has taken a different stance. She has plans to introduce a bill to scrap the H-1B visa programme entirely

Does Trump look vulnerable as clamour for vote on release of Epstein files grows?

Growing Republican defiance and newly released Epstein emails leave Trump increasingly exposed as a House vote on unsealing the files edges closer

China's 3D-printed turbojet powers drone in successful 30-minute test flight

China successfully tested a 3D-printed turbojet engine powering a drone for 30 minutes, signalling advances in unmanned systems, rapid-manufacture propulsion and defence capability with broader implications for regional aerospace competition.

Investor who made millions in 2008 crash, inspired 'The Big Short' movie to close fund

Michael Burry is shutting down Scion Asset Management, saying his market views no longer align with current conditions. The “Big Short” investor plans to return capital as he shifts focus to new pursuits.

Russian overnight attack kills 4 in Ukraine, Zelenskyy calls it a 'calculated attack'

The attack killed four, Zelensky said, and wounded dozens including a pregnant woman. Zelensky added that Russia had launched around 430 drones and 18 missiles in the attack

'Dirty neck that sticks itself in must be cut off': Chinese diplomat about Japan

The Chinese state media is also giving its two cents on the situation with several editorials and commentaries lambasting Takaichi, given lingering grievances about Japan's wartime past and China's extreme sensitivity over anything Taiwan-related