International
US deploys weapons in space, China-Russia call to stop ‘war preparations’
China has called on Washington to stop ‘war preparations’ in space after the US Space Force confirmed the deployment of weapons in orbit for the first time.
Secret meeting of US, Israel and Arab military chiefs on Iran
The military chiefs of the United States, Israel and several Arab countries have met in a secret meeting in Germany amid the ongoing war with Iran and regional tensions. Citing two Israeli officials, US media outlet Axios has reported that the meeting was organized by US Central Command (Centcom) commander Admiral Brad Cooper. However, no formal announcement was made in advance by any country regarding the meeting.
Number of centenarians in Japan rises past 100,000 despite falling population
The number of centenarians in Japan has risen rapidly even though the trend of declining population has continued for a long time. For the first time in the country’s history the number of people aged 100 years or more has exceeded 100,000. At present the number of centenarians in Japan stands at 107,677.
US democratic indicators at lowest in 50 years: Guardian report
Key democratic indicators in the United States have fallen to their lowest levels in the past 50 years. At the same time, the rule of law worldwide has come under major pressure due to various steps and threats from the country’s Trump administration. However, amid this disappointing global picture some signs of democratic progress have been seen in several countries including Bangladesh, Nepal and Sri Lanka.
Imran Khan's ex-wife Jemima Goldsmith marries again
Jemima Goldsmith, 52, marries financier Cameron O'Reilly, 62, in a private ceremony — more than two decades after her 2004 divorce from Imran Khan.
Houthi missile attacks injure 13 in Saudi Arabia, alerts in 6 cities
Thirteen people have been injured in a series of missile and drone attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels on various civilian areas in Saudi Arabia. Seven houses and two vehicles were damaged in the attacks.
DNA test reveals two lifelong friends are actually sisters
A DNA test has revealed that two Dutch women who became close friends as teenagers are actually biological sisters, separated in infancy after being adopted from two different orphanages in Mumbai.
US may retain control of Iranian oil after war: Trump
US President Donald Trump has said that the United States (US) could remain in Iran even after the war ends and potentially retain control of the country’s oil.
Hormuz talks between Iran, Gulf Arab states put on hold
A planned meeting between Iran and Gulf Arab states on the Strait of Hormuz has been suspended, intensifying concerns over global oil supplies amid attacks and disruptions along key energy routes.
BRICS wraps up New Delhi Summit with 45-page declaration
The two-day 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi ended on Sunday with leaders adopting the 45-page New Delhi Declaration, calling for stronger multilateral cooperation amid global economic uncertainty, supply-chain disruptions and rising geopolitical tensions.