An Iranian official tells Reuters that around 2,000 people have died in ongoing protests, blaming armed groups for the violence. The death toll marks one of the highest publicly acknowledged figures.
Discover how the sandbox tree, known as the dynamite tree, violently disperses seeds at 150 mph through explosive fruit bursts in Central and South American forests.
As Donald Trump escalates pressure on the Federal Reserve, Jerome Powell's continued presence as a governor is crucial to protect central bank independence from political intimidation.
Iran's rial plunges to 1.4 million per dollar, triggering nationwide protests. Strikes spread from Tehran's Grand Bazaar across all 31 provinces amid internet blackouts and power cuts.
UNICEF spokesperson James Elder reveals more than 100 children have died in Gaza since the early October ceasefire, highlighting ongoing humanitarian crisis.
A classroom video from the UK shows a student respectfully correcting her teacher's pronunciation of Sanatan Dharma. The viral clip sparks discussions on cultural awareness and respectful learning.
The US military plans to use Elon Musk's Grok AI chatbot for tasks like coding and data analysis, despite recent issues with obscene image generation.
Iran intensifies crackdown on Starlink users as protests grow. Authorities jam signals and track terminals in a digital battle for information control.
US President Donald Trump announces Microsoft will implement changes to prevent American households from paying higher electricity bills due to AI data centers. Utility costs have surged in 13 states.
Republican Representative Randy Fine introduces the Greenland Annexation and Statehood Act, aiming to authorize Trump to acquire Greenland for strategic control of Arctic shipping lanes, while Democrats and Greenland push back.
Forest fire detections in India have surged early this winter, indicating a potentially severe fire season ahead due to climate factors and dry conditions.
Chennai experienced unusually low temperatures, dropping 5°C below normal, leading residents to bundle up and sparking hilarious memes on social media about the unexpected cold snap.
The BBC plans to ask a US federal court in Florida to dismiss Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit over a documentary that edited his 2021 Capitol riot speech, citing lack of jurisdiction.
Trump's control over Venezuelan oil could boost US production and strengthen the dollar's global dominance, amid shifting economic dynamics and de-dollarisation trends.
President Trump faces critical choices on Iran, from supporting opposition forces to military strikes, which could shape his legacy and global politics.
The European Parliament has imposed an immediate ban on all Iranian diplomats and officials from its premises, marking a strong political rebuke against Tehran amid ongoing protests.
Kyiv reports a massive overnight assault by Russia, involving 293 drones and 18 missiles targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure and other sites.
Crisil Ratings states Venezuela's political turmoil will not affect global crude prices or India's economy in the near term, despite India's high import dependency.
Four members of a peace committee were shot dead in northwest Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The attack occurred in the Tank district, raising security concerns in the region.
A video showing a man dumping garbage into the sea near Mumbai's Gateway of India, met with a foreign tourist's disapproval, has ignited online discussions about civic sense and environmental responsibility.
Sharjah Charity International launches its ambitious Jood 2026 campaign with a Dh150 million target to support vulnerable communities during Ramadan through food, medical aid, and digital donations.
A global WEF survey of 4,600 young people finds over 57% stressed by finances, with inequality named the top economic concern. Youth show readiness for political leadership.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy confirms four deaths after Russia launched 300 drones, 18 ballistic missiles, and 7 cruise missiles in overnight strikes across Ukraine.
A western disturbance is set to end the prolonged dry spell in Kashmir, bringing widespread rain and snowfall across the region over the next few days.
Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany's CDU, asserts that Iran's current leadership is nearing its end, citing internal unrest and international pressure as key factors.
US President Donald Trump threatens 25% tariffs on countries trading with Iran, potentially destabilizing the fragile US-China trade agreement and impacting global partners including India.
Fresh landmine explosions occurred along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district as a forest fire continued to rage for a second consecutive day.
Bengaluru experiences a dip in maximum temperatures with light rain predicted for Tuesday and Wednesday. IMD forecasts partly cloudy skies as the city feels colder ahead of the festival.
Scientists discovered 2,500-year-old pollen in a lake, revealing the Indian monsoon was significantly stronger 1,000 years ago than previously believed, reshaping climate history.
Hundreds demonstrate outside UK Ministry of Justice demanding release of hunger strikers. Two detainees have passed 70 days without food, sparking fears of medical crisis.