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Epstein Files may not become public yet, despite Trump signing their release into law. Here’s howSubscriber Only
November 23, 2025 14:19 IST
Technically, Attorney General Pam Bondi may opt to delay the release of the files based on the last of the aforementioned conditions: anything that 'would jeopardize an active federal investigation or ongoing prosecution, provided that such withholding is narrowly tailored and temporary.'
3 reasons why Trump’s latest Russia-Ukraine peace deal favours MoscowSubscriber Only
November 23, 2025 15:17 IST
Trump Russia-Ukraine peace deal, Russia-Ukraine conflict update: Donald Trump is leaning heavily on Kyiv to accept within days a new peace plan, which experts say heavily favours Moscow. Here’s why Ukraine will find it difficult to acquiesce.
Behind Trump’s call to ‘execute’ Democrat lawmakers, concerns about illegal military actionSubscriber Only
November 22, 2025 14:39 IST
Several Democratic Congressmen filed police complaints on Friday following Trump’s social media posts suggesting they be 'executed'. However, this is not the first time the president has made such comments. Here is what to know
With Hasina sentenced to death, what next for BangladeshSubscriber Only
November 22, 2025 08:00 IST
This week, Bangladesh’s ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina was sentenced to death on two counts by the country’s three-member International Crimes Tribunal. Here’s what the ruling means for the beleaguered leader and Bangladesh politics.
Trump defends Saudi crown prince over question about Khashoggi’s killing: Everything you need to knowSubscriber Only
November 19, 2025 15:54 IST
Khashoggi was a veteran journalist and opinionmaker who went to college in the United States and, from the late 1970s, was a friend of Osama bin Laden whom he met as a reporter in Afghanistan
UN Security Council adopts Trump’s Gaza plan: Key features, major challenges, and a silver liningSubscriber Only
November 19, 2025 15:39 IST
UN Gaza Plan, Trump Gaza Peace Plan: UN adopts Gaza plan: Here are the three authorities for Gaza the UN-backed plan seeks to establish, its main challenges, and the positives it holds, explained in 3 points.
Epstein Files Transparency Act: What are the Epstein Files, and how is Trump linked?Subscriber Only
November 19, 2025 15:52 IST
Epstein files Act, Trump Epstein link: The files relating to the deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have hung over Trump’s second term like a dark cloud, with a collection of emails released last week referencing the current president’s proximity with the convicted financier
ICT: tribunal which has convicted Sheikh HasinaSubscriber Only
November 18, 2025 10:23 IST
During the 2008 general election, Hasina pledged to try “war criminals” who collaborated with Pakistan during the 1971 Liberation War. After coming to power with two-thirds majority, Hasina established the ICT in 2009.
Explained: Starbucks union workers strike in the US, supported by Zohran MamdaniSubscriber Only
November 17, 2025 18:47 IST
Mamdani has said he will boycott Starbucks amid recent protests for fairer working conditions and wages. What was the trigger for the baristas to strike right before the holiday season? We explain.
Explained: US Supreme Court, Trump tariffs and the ‘major questions doctrine’ conundrumSubscriber Only
November 18, 2025 07:05 IST
The conservative majority US Supreme Court is hearing arguments on the legality of Trump’s tariffs – including on India. Here’s what’s at stake.
Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death: what happens nowSubscriber Only
November 18, 2025 13:58 IST
Sheikh Hasina Verdict: Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been sentenced to death for “crimes against humanity” for her role in repressing the anti-government protests last year. What happens now?
Explained: Trump ends ties with long-term MAGA ally Marjorie Taylor GreeneSubscriber Only
November 17, 2025 14:36 IST
Once one of Trump’s most reliable allies on Capitol Hill, the Georgia Republican has increasingly broken ranks with him, most notably by calling for the release of the Justice Department’s files about convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
China This Week | Taiwan in focus, with row over Japan PM’s comments and sale of US weaponsSubscriber Only
November 16, 2025 21:35 IST
This is the 30th edition of China This Week, where we recap highlights of the news from China every week. The past few days saw a diplomatic row between China and Japan, and China protesting a US sale of weapons to Taiwan.
Explained | Latest ‘Gen Z protests’: What was the trigger in Mexico?Subscriber Only
November 16, 2025 19:59 IST
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum has claimed that the demonstrations in various cities were funded by right-wing leaders who oppose her party. What are the protesters saying?
Amid row with Japan, why Chinese Coast Guard sailed near contentious Senkaku IslandsSubscriber Only
November 16, 2025 17:09 IST
The Senkaku Islands (called the Diaoyu Islands by China) have long been disputed between China and Japan despite the fact that they are uninhabited and cover a relatively small region. We explain.
Why are Indigenous people protesting at COP30 in Brazil?Subscriber Only
November 16, 2025 13:15 IST
COP30 Indigenous protests, Brazil Indigenous protest COP30: Dozens of Indigenous people on Tuesday (November 12) forced their way into the event after hundreds of demonstrators arrived at the venue
How 27th Amendment cements Pakistan Army’s stranglehold over powerSubscriber Only
November 15, 2025 08:20 IST
The amendment brings sweeping changes to the country’s civil-military and inter-services setup, as well as its federal character
Trump, Epstein files & Streisand effect: Why Republicans have failed to kill the storySubscriber Only
November 14, 2025 18:26 IST
On Wednesday, Democrats released 20,000 pages of documents from Epstein’s estate, including emails mentioning Trump. In one particular email, sent to author Michael Wolff who has written numerous books about the US President, Epstein wrote: “...of course he knew about the girls...”.
Explained: Proposed Israeli death penalty law & why it’s being criticisedSubscriber Only
November 14, 2025 16:10 IST
The bill was introduced in the Knesset by Itmar Ben-Gvir, Benjamin Netanyahu’s far right ally
Pakistan’s 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill now law: How it makes Asim Munir more powerful, weakens Supreme CourtSubscriber Only
November 13, 2025 21:47 IST
Pakistan 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill, Asim Munir Powers Explained: For legislation that makes such significant changes to the country's power structure, Pakistan's 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill was passed with lightning speed. Here are its two main provisions.
Trump signs bill to end longest-ever US shutdown after 43 days: Issues at stake, next stepsSubscriber Only
November 13, 2025 11:27 IST
The bill to end the government shutdown does not address the chief demand by Democratic lawmakers: extending the health insurance subsidies that are set to expire at the end of the year. Here is what to know
Why Donald Trump targeted Nigeria, and what lies beneathSubscriber Only
November 12, 2025 21:12 IST
Trump publicly berating Nigeria over 'Christian massacres' highlights crucial questions over sovereignty, diplomacy, and the place of religion in global politics. How Nigeria handles the issue could have significant consequences. An expert explains.
Unprecedented drought in Iran: What is happening, and why?Subscriber Only
November 12, 2025 14:48 IST
In the most immediate sense, Iran’s drought has been triggered by low autumnal rainfall. This capped a dry summer marked by soaring temperatures and extensive power cuts.
Iraqi is voting for a new Parliament. Here’s what to knowSubscriber Only
November 11, 2025 12:52 IST
Since a US-led invasion ousted Saddam Hussein in 2003, parties from the Shiite Muslim majority have dominated Iraq’s government. That has caught Iraq in a tug-of-war between the US and Iran, the region’s Shiite power.
Institutional bias or internal coup? Why BBC executives resignedSubscriber Only
November 10, 2025 18:39 IST
Last week, The Daily Telegraph published a report accusing the BBC of doctoring a speech made by Donald Trump ahead of the January 6, 2020 Capitol Hill riot
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