Iran executes Ali Ardestani for spying for Israel's Mossad, receiving crypto payments. The case highlights escalating espionage tensions and Iran's use of capital punishment. Read the full details.
US Embassy cautions international students in India: breaking laws can lead to visa revocation and deportation. Learn the key facts and recent enrollment trends.
President Trump assigns Secretary of State Marco Rubio to spearhead Venezuela's economic & political overhaul after Nicolás Maduro's arrest, sparking a wave of humorous memes online. Read more.
Arkansas Highway Police stopped a semi-truck carrying undeclared hazardous nitrous oxide. The driver lacked proper paperwork, hazmat endorsement, and failed an English proficiency test. Read the full safety breach details.
A severe winter storm blankets Michigan and Massachusetts, forcing widespread school closures and delays. Freezing rain and heavy snow create dangerous conditions. Stay updated.
Explore the fascinating history of how the United States grew from 13 colonies to a global superpower through wars, purchases, and ideology. Discover the key events that shaped the world's largest economy.
Satellite data reveals ground uplift at Iran's Taftan volcano, dormant for over 700,000 years. Scientists urge monitoring as hydrothermal activity hints at internal changes. Read the full report.
Explore the life and profound insights of Varahamihira, the 6th-century Indian mathematician and astronomer who viewed astrology as the science of time. Discover his lasting legacy.
The North Sea recorded its hottest year ever in 2025, with an average temperature of 11.6°C. The Baltic Sea also approached record highs. Read the full climate report and its global implications.
Hari Karasani, an Indian student from Andhra Pradesh, is missing in Alaska after last being seen on December 31. Alaska State Troopers seek information. Read for details and updates.
The Trump administration expands its visa bond programme to 25 countries, including Venezuela and several African nations. The $15,000 bond aims to curb visa overstays. Full list inside.
Donald Trump mocked French President Emmanuel Macron, boasting he coerced France into changing policy with tariff threats. Read the full story of the diplomatic spat.
US operation captures Maduro, triggers global backlash. South Africa's Ramaphosa leads African condemnation, China issues stark warning. Details on casualties and international fallout inside.
Krushna Chandra Behera, 80, highlights the harsh reality of relocation in Odisha. Uprooted by sea erosion, villagers face a 12km trek through crocodile-infested mangroves to farm. Read about the human cost of climate displacement.
UK and France sign binding agreement to establish military hubs in Ukraine post-conflict. 35-nation 'Coalition of the Willing' aims to prevent future Russian invasion. Details inside.
Aldrich Ames, the CIA officer whose treason caused immense damage to US intelligence, has died in federal prison at 81. Explore the story of one of America's most damaging spies.
IMD Lucknow warns of 'cold day' conditions in 40 UP districts and dense fog in 25. No relief expected till January 8. CM Yogi orders shelters and bonfires.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung asked Chinese President Xi Jinping to mediate the North Korea nuclear crisis. Read about the diplomatic push and China's response.
In January 2026, 19 US states increased their minimum wage, benefiting over 8 million workers. Hawaii and Washington lead with $16 and $17+ hourly rates, while the federal wage remains stagnant at $7.25. Explore the impact on workers and the economy.
Buckingham Palace defends Royal Family's extensive helicopter travel after data reveals 58,000 miles flown. Details on top fliers, costs, and the environmental debate inside.
Donald Trump's granddaughter Kai opens up about the challenges of teenage life and dating under Secret Service protection. Read her candid take on politics and personal space.
US Justice Department reveals shooter Claudio Neves Valente planned Brown University, MIT attacks for years, left confessional videos. No motive provided. Details inside.
The Trump administration pressures Venezuela's interim government to expel advisers from China, Russia, Iran, and Cuba, seeking a geopolitical reset and access to oil. Read the full story.
Hungarian PM Viktor Orban criticises EU's massive Ukraine financial package, warning it threatens European stability and could drag Hungary into conflict. Read his full statement.
The US capture of Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro sets a dangerous precedent. Experts analyze if Russia could attempt a similar operation against Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy and why it would likely fail. Read the full analysis.
Pakistan confirms Bangladesh's potential interest in procuring JF-17 Thunder fighter aircraft, marking a significant development in regional defence ties. Read the full report.
Mithun Sarkar drowned after being chased by a mob in Naogaon. The incident occurs amid a sharp rise in communal violence in Bangladesh ahead of elections, with over 50 incidents in December.
Iran's army chief warns of preemptive military action against US & Israel. As protests over economic woes enter 11th day, govt rolls out $7 monthly subsidy. Details inside.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro warns of mass resistance if US military action follows Maduro's capture. Tensions escalate as Trump accuses Colombia of drug trafficking. Full analysis.
Federal judge David Novak orders Lindsay Halligan to justify her continued use of the US attorney title after a prior ruling deemed her appointment unlawful. Read the full story for details on the legal standoff.