Category: World

Hyderabad: The 72nd Miss World Festival’s Head-to-Head Challenge officially commenced  at T-Hub in Hyderabad, setting an inspiring tone with powerful and poignant speeches from contestants representing the Americas, the Caribbean, and Africa. The internationally live-streamed event showcased the delegates’ profound commitment to leveraging the Miss World platform for global change, with each participant passionately articulating their “Beauty with a Purpose” projects – the cornerstone of the organization’s mission to foster positive societal impact. The opening day of the challenge was marked by a series of deeply moving presentations, highlighting critical…

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Paris: France has unequivocally signaled its “determination” to recognize a Palestinian state, a move that could significantly alter the diplomatic landscape and intensify pressure on Israel. Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot’s recent pronouncements, coupled with President Emmanuel Macron’s earlier hints, underscore a growing European impatience with the protracted conflict and the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza. This isn’t merely a symbolic gesture; it’s a strategic declaration rooted in the conviction that such recognition is not only a moral imperative but also a crucial step towards a lasting political solution. Barrot’s denunciation…

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New Jersey: The air between two of New Jersey’s most famous septuagenarians, Bruce Springsteen and Donald Trump, has curdled into a pungent mix of insults and political accusations. What began as a seemingly innocuous observation of shared demographics – both men are 70-somethings with New Jersey ties and a substantial following among older white American males – has rapidly devolved into a public feud, with Trump unleashing his characteristic verbal broadsides, calling Springsteen a “dried-out prune” and an “obnoxious jerk,” while Springsteen labels the Trump administration “corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous.”…

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MONTEVIDEO, URUGUAY — José “Pepe” Mujica, the iconic former President of Uruguay, died on Sunday at the age of 89, four months after choosing hospice care at his modest ranch home on the outskirts of Montevideo. Uruguay’s current leftist President Yamandú Orsi confirmed his death, calling him a “president, activist, guide, and leader.” Mujica, a former Marxist guerrilla and chrysanthemum farmer, captivated the world with his deeply principled leadership, anti-materialist lifestyle, and relentless advocacy for social justice. Diagnosed with esophageal cancer last year, Mujica’s condition worsened in recent months as the…

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 Muscat, Oman: In a renewed diplomatic push to curb Iran’s nuclear ambitions, officials from the United States and Iran met in Muscat, the capital of Oman. The fourth round of talks, held under Omani mediation, aimed to de-escalate growing tensions surrounding Iran’s uranium enrichment program and prevent the Islamic Republic from acquiring a nuclear weapon. The meeting brought together Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. While no definitive agreement was reached, both sides described the discussions as serious and constructive, and agreed to schedule…

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Moscow: In a move that could redefine the global space race, China and Russia have signed a landmark agreement to jointly build a nuclear power plant on the Moon by 2036. The plant will serve as the primary energy source for the ambitious International Lunar Research Station (ILRS), a multi-nation project led by the two countries aimed at establishing a permanent base on the Moon’s south pole. The announcement comes at a crucial moment, as NASA has proposed significant budget cuts for its Artemis program, including the cancellation of the…

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Doha: In what could be one of the most expensive gifts ever presented to a sitting U.S. President, Donald Trump  received a luxury Boeing 747-8 aircraft from the government of Qatar during his upcoming visit to Doha on May 14. Valued at approximately $400 million (₹3400 crore), the plane is being touted as more luxurious and technologically advanced than the current Air Force One. Trump confirmed the possibility of receiving the aircraft on social media platform “Truth”. The news has since stirred a political debate in Washington over ethical concerns…

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New Delhi: The recent military confrontation between India and Pakistan has redrawn several lines from the past while laying the foundation for a new strategic doctrine. In a marked departure from the policies of previous administrations, the Modi government has adopted a bold and assertive stance towards dealing with Pakistan-sponsored terrorism, going as far as launching cross-border strikes to dismantle terror infrastructure. The Indian response, notably following the Pahalgam terrorist attack, came under the operation codenamed Sindoor, and it marked a major shift in India’s strategic playbook. Indian Air Force…

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New Delhi/Islamabad: Following intense diplomatic efforts led by the United States, India and Pakistan announced a ceasefire on Saturday, halting days of deadly cross-border hostilities. The sudden breakthrough came as fears mounted over a potential escalation between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. Despite the truce announcement, sporadic violations were reported later that evening in Indian-administered Kashmir. Residents in Srinagar and Jammu heard explosions and saw flashes in the sky, reminiscent of the previous night’s violence. Local officials and eyewitnesses confirmed the renewed activity, but military spokespeople from both nations offered no…

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