Ann Widdecombe murder mystery deepens: 28-year-old suspect held by UK Police
British police on Sunday confirmed the arrest of a 28-year-old man on suspicion of the murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe.
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MEA condemns attack on vessel off Oman, says one of 11 Indian crew member missing
New Delhi: India said one of 11 Indian crew members aboard a commercial vessel attacked off the coast of Oman remained missing after 10 others were rescued as New Delhi condemned the attack and called for an immediate de-escalation of regional tensions.
Gunfire erupts at packed Toronto festival attended by 13,000, two dead
At least two people were killed and six others injured after gunmen opened fire at a festival celebrating Latino culture in Toronto, Canada, on Saturday, media reports said.
Republican Senator and top Trump ally Lindsey Graham dies at 71 after sudden illness
Veteran Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, a close political ally of US President Donald Trump and one of the most influential voices on national security and foreign policy in the Senate, has died at the age of 71 after what his office described as a "brief and sudden illness," according to the New York Post.
Google executive shot dead by husband in US, son injured in Georgia domestic violence horror
An Indian-American senior technology executive at Google was allegedly shot dead by her husband at their home in the US state of Georgia, while their 23-year-old son was also injured in what police have described as a domestic violence incident, media reports said.
US pounds Iran after Tehran shuts Strait of Hormuz, Gulf put on high alert
The United States launched a fresh wave of strikes on Iran early Sunday after Tehran declared the closure of the Strait of Hormuz "until further notice", dramatically escalating tensions in the Gulf and threatening global energy supplies.
Centuries-old bonfire tradition sparks outrage after replica mosque set ablaze in Northern Ireland
A centuries-old bonfire tradition in Northern Ireland has come under renewed scrutiny after a replica mosque was set alight during an annual loyalist celebration in County Tyrone, prompting a police investigation, political condemnation and renewed concerns over rising anti-Muslim sentiment.
Pakistan taps army chief Asim Munir for population control as govt elevates demographic crisis
Pakistan has assigned another key responsibility to Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir by including him in a high-level committee tasked with addressing the country's rapidly growing population, the country's Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal said.
Tragedy strikes Indian tourists in Vietnam: Boat capsizes near Phu Quoc Island, 15 dead
At least 15 Indian tourists died after a boat carrying them capsized near Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam on Saturday, local media reports said
World Cup fever turns fatal in Bangladesh as football-linked violence and accidents claim 12 lives
Dhaka/IBNS: Although Bangladesh is not competing in the FIFA World Cup 2026, the tournament has once again ignited intense enthusiasm across the country, where supporters of football powerhouses such as Argentina and Brazil traditionally celebrate matches with rallies, flag displays and public screenings.
Ann Widdecombe murder probe: Man arrested after former UK Minister found dead
British police have arrested a 26-year-old man on suspicion of murdering former MP Ann Widdecombe, who was found dead with serious injuries at her home in south-west England.
'Bomb them': Trump says he left instructions for massive military retaliation if Iran assassinates him
US President Donald Trump has said he instructed officials to launch an unprecedented military response against Iran if the Islamic Republic succeeds in assassinating him, claiming Tehran has targeted him for years.
Terrifying mid-air scare: Ryanair passenger nearly sucked out after window comes off
A Ryanair flight from Greece to Germany was forced to return shortly after take-off after a passenger window reportedly detached mid-air, nearly sucking a man out of the aircraft before fellow passengers pulled him back to safety.
'Ceasefire is over': Trump says US-Iran talks continue but truce has ended
US President Donald Trump has declared that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran is "over", even as he confirmed that Washington has agreed to continue diplomatic talks at Tehran's request.
‘They may arrest or kill me’: Sheikh Hasina announces plan to return to Bangladesh in December
Ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has announced that she intends to return to Bangladesh around December, despite suspecting she could be arrested or even killed upon arrival.
Police officer injured, four arrested as London sees disorder after France's World Cup win over Morocco
London/IBNS: A police officer was injured and four people were arrested after violent disorder broke out in London following France's 2-0 victory over Morocco in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final on Thursday night.
New assassination plot against Trump? Israel's secret intelligence raises alarm amid escalating Middle East tension
Israel has shared new intelligence with the United States indicating that Iran recently devised a fresh plot to assassinate US President Donald Trump, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. The development comes amid renewed military tensions between Washington and Tehran.
Florida renames major airport after Donald Trump; President calls it a 'great honor'
An airport in South Florida has been officially renamed after US President Donald Trump, who described the move as a "great honour."
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei buried at Iran's holiest shrine as Middle East crisis deepens
The body of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei was laid to rest on Thursday at the Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad, bringing to a close days of large-scale funeral and mourning ceremonies held across Iran and Iraq, media reports said.
Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei to be buried in hometown Mashhad after six days of mourning
Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is set to be buried in his hometown of Mashhad on Thursday, bringing to a close six days of funeral ceremonies held across Iran and Iraq.
PoK boils over: Anti-Islamabad group issues 48-hour ultimatum ahead of crucial elections
Political tensions are once again rising in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK), with the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) issuing a 48-hour ultimatum to Islamabad over its 38-point charter of demands.
US court drops charges against Indian-origin doctor who drove Tesla off 250-foot cliff with family
A California court has dismissed all criminal charges against an Indian-origin doctor accused of attempting to kill his family by driving a Tesla off a 250-foot cliff in 2023 after he successfully completed a court-approved two-year mental health diversion programme.
'He asked how my Indian cooking was progressing': Scott Morrison after meeting PM Modi
Melbourne/IBNS: Former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has shared details of his meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Melbourne, revealing that the Indian leader enquired about his well-known passion for Indian cuisine.
Carney meets Denmark's Frederiksen, confirms expanded NATO role and backs Ukraine
Ankara/Turkiye: Prime Minister Mark Carney met Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen on the sidelines of the NATO summit on Thursday to deepen defence cooperation, Arctic security and support for Ukraine.
Canada unveils new NATO defence initiatives, extends Baltic mission and expands military aid to Ukraine
Ankara/Turkiye: Canada announced new defence investments, extended its military deployment on NATO's eastern flank until 2031 and pledged additional military assistance to Ukraine during the NATO summit in Ankara.
'We'll hit Iran very hard tonight': Trump issues fresh warning, calls Tehran 'Cuckoo'
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday warned that the United States would launch another major strike against Iran, saying Washington would hit the Islamic Republic "very hard" later in the day.
Pakistan cargo plane vanishes over Arabian Sea, PM Shehbaz Sharif orders massive search
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), the Pakistan Navy and the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) to intensify search operations after a private cargo aircraft went missing over the Arabian Sea, Dawn News reported.
'It's over': Trump says on ceasefire with Iran
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday declared that the ceasefire agreement with Iran, brokered three weeks ago, is now "over," a statement that has reignited tensions in the Middle East.
Panic in Manhattan: NYC high-rise evacuated after support columns buckle
A large number of people were evacuated from a high-rise building in Manhattan, New York City, after authorities declared the structure unstable following the buckling of support columns, according to media reports.
Middle East on edge: US strikes 80 Iranian targets after Strait of Hormuz attacks
The United States on Tuesday announced that it had launched a new wave of strikes on Iran, hitting 80 targets in its latest military operation.