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US Coast Guard to drop Swastika, noose from list of hate symbols: Report

November 21, 2025 9:08 am

The Coast Guard will classify the Swastika as “potentially divisive” under new guidelines. The Coast Guard is not officially part of the US Department of Defense, but the service has been reworking its policies to align with the Trump administration’s stance on hazing and harassment within the US military.

Mira Nair trends after son Zohran Mamdani’s historic NYC mayoral win

November 05, 2025 11:19 am

Mira Nair’s influence clearly extends beyond cinema. Her storytelling rooted in migration, identity, and resilience seems to have found new expression in her son’s political narrative.

Miss Universe 2025 controversy: Miss Mexico Fátima Bosch clash with organisers leads to walkout

November 05, 2025 9:37 am

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra says he has been acquitted of royal defamation

August 22, 2025 10:00 am

The law on defaming the monarchy, an offense known as lese majeste, is punishable by three to 15 years in prison.

Landslide buries homes outside Guinea's capital, killing 11, injuring 10

August 22, 2025 7:45 am

The landslide occurred Wednesday night in Maneah, a rural commune 50 kilometers from the capital.

Asylum request to Trump’s ear: Brazil ex-president Bolsonaro looks for way out, say police

August 21, 2025 1:26 pm

A 170-page police report said Bolsonaro drafted an asylum request to Argentina President Milei on February 10, 2024, two days after authorities searched his home and office.

18 arrested at Microsoft headquarters during protest over Israeli ties

August 21, 2025 8:55 am

The protesters also splattered red paint over a landmark sign that bears the company logo.

Meet the actor with Down Syndrome who wants to run for Chile president

August 18, 2025 1:27 pm

Sebastián Solorza is racing against the clock to gather 35,000 signatures by August 18, a requirement for him to run as an independent candidate.

Why Hurricane Erin is one of the fastest-strengthening storms seen in the Atlantic

August 18, 2025 12:44 pm

In just over 24 hours, the storm surged from a Category 1 hurricane with 75 mph winds to a Category 5 with near-160 mph winds by Saturday night.

Flash floods kill family of three in Tennessee, authorities say

August 14, 2025 11:28 am

The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for middle Tennessee on Wednesday night.

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'.