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l GLOBAL Australia shored up gun laws after ’96 tragedy. It faces a fresh reckoning

How Bondi Beach shooting may lead to another reckoning in Australia over gunsSubscriber Only

December 16, 2025 17:29 IST

Till the 1990s, gun control remained unpopular among most Australians, who considered the right to own guns an essential extension to their freedom. Things fundamentally changed after the Port Arthur massacre.

The social media ban for children under 16 slogan "Let Them Be Kids" is projected onto the pylons of the Sydney Harbour Bridge in Sydney, Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025.

After Australia’s ban on children using social media, how the US, Britain may follow suitSubscriber Only

December 15, 2025 19:23 IST

Here are some of the countries and regions weighing whether to adopt a similarly aggressive approach as Australia or taking a different tack.

Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Central Economic Work Conference this week.

China This Week | 3 events put Chinese economy in focus, detailing challenges and solutionsSubscriber Only

December 15, 2025 18:30 IST

Every week, we recap highlights of the news from China. In this edition, we look at key trade and economy data that was released this week, alongside an important policy meeting.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is welcomed by Jordan Prime Minister Jafar Hassan after landing in Amman on Monday. ANI

Terrorism, food security on the agenda as PM Modi arrives in Jordan: Why the visit mattersSubscriber Only

December 15, 2025 17:20 IST

Jordan is a significant trading partner for India and political ties have deepened in recent years

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Bondi Beach Shooting | What to know about Ahmed al Ahmed, bystander who disarmed shooterSubscriber Only

December 15, 2025 14:54 IST

US President Donald Trump praised Ahmed, saying he had "great respect" for him. His ally, William Ackman donated $100,000 towards a fundraiser for Ahmed's recovery, making it the highest pledge so far. Here is what to know

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The other trade war: What Afghanistan’s tensions with Islamabad have meant for its trade with Pakistan, IndiaSubscriber Only

December 14, 2025 18:45 IST

The suspension of trade is hurting millions of farmers, traders and members of close-knit communities in Afghanistan and Pakistan as trucks full of goods worth $2 billion in bilateral trade last year have not crossed in nearly two months.

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Bondi Beach terror attack: 4 things you should know as 12 dead in Australia shootingSubscriber Only

December 17, 2025 10:41 IST

Sydney Bondi Beach Terror Attack: Before this, there had been small incidents targetting Jews in Australia over the past year. Here's what to know about Sunday's attack, in 4 points.

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US-Saudi defence relationship: recent story of quiet divergencesSubscriber Only

December 14, 2025 19:46 IST

Washington remains Riyadh’s largest military partner. But many quiet divergences have emerged in their ties.

Pakistan IMF report: Field Marshal Asim Munir has effectively taken charge of Pakistan (AP)

Explained: IMF puts 11 new conditions on Pakistan to avail loan, says risks have reduced as tensions with India have wanedSubscriber Only

December 12, 2025 20:56 IST

IMF report on corruption in Pakistan: The IMF imposed 11 new structural benchmarks for Pakistan to avail its loan, out of which three conditions related to tax reforms, asset declarations of government officials, and private sector participation in the energy sector have to be met by end-December

Japanese soldiers attack one of Nanjing's gates.

Why the 1937 Nanjing Massacre continues to impact China-Japan relations todaySubscriber Only

December 12, 2025 18:32 IST

China has often spoken about Japan’s military action and “mass killings” during World War 2, adding that “over 300,000 were murdered in the Nanjing massacre that began on December 13, 1937. Why does it remain a sensitive issue?

President Donald Trump speaks during a signing ceremony in the Oval Office of the White House, Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Why US tourism industry is concerned about social media vetting for visasSubscriber Only

December 12, 2025 13:54 IST

Donald Trump’s anti-immigration policies have resulted in a fall in foreign arrivals to the US

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Explained: Challenges for Syria, a year after the civil war endedSubscriber Only

December 12, 2025 19:04 IST

After the collapse, New Delhi called for a “peaceful and inclusive Syrian-led political process”. The first official outreach to the new regime came in July.

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What the new $1 million ‘Trump Gold Card’ visa programme entailsSubscriber Only

December 11, 2025 17:37 IST

Trump first announced the scheme in February, and in April, he showed a sample gold-coloured card bearing his visage to reporters on board Air Force One. Here is what to know.

An aerial view of a container terminal in Shanghai, China, Monday, Dec. 8, 2025.

China’s $1 trillion trade surplus as much ‘sign of imbalance as it is of strength’: an expert explainsSubscriber Only

December 11, 2025 17:41 IST

China trade imbalance 2025: What does the milestone mean for global trade, and is the data all good news for China? Lizzi C. Lee, a Fellow at the Center for China Analysis, Asia Society Policy Institute, Washington DC, explains.

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Why Hegseth’s travel funds could be cut over Venezuela boat strike row: Was the US attack illegal?Subscriber Only

December 14, 2025 21:42 IST

Did the US military go for an illegal 'second tap' on the boat? Are the strikes on the Venezuelan boats legal at all? Here are the legal questions at play, explained.

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What is the ‘Yellow Line’ that may define new Gaza border?Subscriber Only

December 22, 2025 17:12 IST

In adhering to the Yellow Line, Israel will continue to control more than half of Gaza, including most agricultural land and the border crossing with Egypt. It would jeopardise the already-challenging second phase of US President Donald Trump's 20-point ceasefire plan

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Thailand launches strikes into Cambodia: What is the conflict, and the temple at its midstSubscriber Only

December 9, 2025 11:31 IST

Thailand Cambodia conflict, Preah vihear temple dispute: The latest attack has reignited the deadly conflict along the border, in which at least 48 people were killed, and thousands were temporarily displaced on both sides of the border in July. Here is what to know.

France's President Emmanuel Macron, right, and China's President Xi Jinping, left, walk during a state visit at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025.

China This Week | Macron in China, Hong Kong votes, and recalling Nanjing MassacreSubscriber Only

December 7, 2025 20:43 IST

Every week, we recap highlights of the news from China. In this edition, we recap the French President’s visit, the low turnout for Hong Kong elections, and continued Japan-China troubles.

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Why Netflix is buying Warner Brothers — and how the deal can change HollywoodSubscriber Only

December 6, 2025 17:35 IST

The agreement has raised several concerns as well. For instance, Cinema United, the American trade association for theatre owners, has called the deal 'an unprecedented threat to the global exhibition business'

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As Trump targets Somalis, a brief history of their migration to the USSubscriber Only

December 6, 2025 18:01 IST

The crude language came Tuesday, amid reports that an immigration enforcement operation could begin in the state of Minnesota, primarily focusing on Somalis living unlawfully in the United States.

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National security concerns & Trump’s immigration crackdownSubscriber Only

December 6, 2025 13:39 IST

Citing national security concerns, the Trump administration in June banned travel to the US by citizens of 12 of these countries and restricted access for those from the seven others.

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Putin’s visit: The long arc of India’s ties with Russia, the road aheadSubscriber Only

December 4, 2025 17:43 IST

Putin in India Today Explained: To counter Beijing’s belligerence, Delhi needs both the West and Russia on its side. Putin's upcoming visit is both an opportunity and a delicate balancing act.

President Donald Trump listens during a Cabinet meeting at the White House, Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)

Trump hints at ending all migration from ‘Third World countries’ to US: All you need to knowSubscriber Only

December 4, 2025 15:19 IST

In a post on Truth Social, US President Donald Trump had said that he “will permanently pause migration from all Third World Countries”. Now, all immigration applications from 19 ‘high-risk’ countries have been paused

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Prada completes acquisition of Versace: What does it mean for the two Italian brands?Subscriber Only

December 3, 2025 17:38 IST

The development came after Prada signed an agreement to buy Versace from the United States-based Capri Holdings for about 1.3 billion euros ($1.51 billion) in April this year. While the merger of fashion houses is not new, this one stands out due to the different cultural aesthetics, histories and philosophies each represents

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Why are immigrants being arrested during green card interviews & what does this mean for Indian applicants?Subscriber Only

December 2, 2025 18:10 IST

The sudden escalation has prompted widespread anxiety among immigrant communities, especially Indians who also rely on marriage-based adjustment for long-term residency

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