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Why scientists triggered 8,000 earthquakes below Swiss Alps

May 11, 2026 9:05 pm

Scientists triggered 8,000 small earthquakes in Switzerland’s BedrettoLab to study how seismic pressure builds and how deep earthquakes begin underground.

US–Iran War: Timeline of peace talks amid crisis over reopening of Strait of Hormuz

April 19, 2026 2:56 pm

Iran’s Parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf Sunday confirmed "progress" in US-Iran peace talks, however, warned that "fundamental gaps" remain with respect to the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear red lines as a fragile ceasefire nears its end.

Middle East war: How Iran and its proxies targeted US bases and Gulf allies

March 13, 2026 2:34 pm

Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell said most of the injuries were minor, with 108 troops returned to duty, while eight remain severely injured and are receiving intensive medical care.

Pakistan: Nine killed after mob stormed US Consulate in Karachi to protest attacks on Iran

March 01, 2026 3:07 pm

Police and hospital officials told the Associated Press that at least eight people were wounded, while emergency workers cited by CNN said around 20 were injured. Authorities said the protesters were later dispersed and the situation brought under control.

Blasts heard in Kabul amid clashes between Afghan, Pakistani forces

March 01, 2026 11:03 am

Explosions echoed across parts of ⁠the ​city before sunrise, followed by bursts of gunfire, the journalist said.

US ice rink shooting: Gunman kills family at Rhode Island ice rink during school game

February 17, 2026 10:55 am

Rhode island shooting: Three people were killed in a shooting at an ice rink in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, during a high school hockey game. Police identified the suspect as Robert Dorgan, citing a "family dispute" as the motive.

US Homeland Security enters partial shutdown as Senate fails to pass funding Bill

February 14, 2026 2:05 pm

The shutdown was triggered after lawmakers failed to secure the 60 votes required to clear the DHS appropriations legislation. The vote fell largely along party lines, deepening an ongoing standoff between Republicans and Democrats over immigration enforcement policy.

Trump row over Greenland derails Ukraine postwar deal, report says

January 21, 2026 12:28 pm

A planned announcement of an $800 ‍billion ⁠prosperity plan to be agreed between Ukraine, Europe and the U.S. at the World Economic Forum in Davos this week has been delayed, the report said, ​citing six officials.

Barcelona commuter train crash kills 1, days after deadly train collision in Spain

January 21, 2026 11:15 am

Railway infrastructure operator ADIF said preliminary assessments suggest the containment wall collapsed due to heavy rainfall that has affected northeastern Spain in recent days.

World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026: What to expect at Davos, who’s attending and why it matters

January 21, 2026 12:07 pm

At Davos, sessions on geopolitics and economic growth will examine how global cooperation can be renewed amid contested norms, strained alliances and declining trust.

Week in pictures: A look at the most compelling photos from around the world

August 20, 2022 6:38 pm

Who Is Kamala Harris? | 2020 US Presidential Candidate

June 22, 2020 6:04 pm

Senator Kamala Harris, Democrat of California, is joining the race for the White House. Ms. Harris becomes the fourth woman currently serving in Congress to announce her presidential ambitions.

Will Ex-PepsiCo chief Indra Nooyi be the World Bank's next CEO?

June 22, 2020 6:05 pm

Ex-PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi is reportedly among the frontrunners for the post of World Bank CEO. US President Donald Trump is considering multiple candidates to nominate for the post and Nooyi's name is reportedly being considered.

World Photography Day: Dilish Parekh Holds World Record for Largest Camera Collection

June 22, 2020 6:18 pm

Pakistan attack: Militants storm Bacha Khan University; at least 21 dead, all attackers killed, say police

January 20, 2016 5:01 pm

Taliban militants attacked Pakistan's Bacha Khan University in Charsadda, northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, early today. At least six people have been killed and over 50 injured.

21st Century will be Asian Century: Rijiju in Tokyo

January 20, 2016 7:13 am

Tokyo, Jan 20 (ANI): Addressing a symposium in Tokyo, Japan, Union Minister of State (MoS) for Home Kiren Rijiju said the 21st century will be the Asian Century as the world look to countries in Asia the for upliftment of the global economy.He said Asia would provide ideas and leadership for a harmonious global relationship.The theme of the symposium was 'Shared Values and Democracy in Asia'.