NORAD's 68-Year Santa Tracker: A Military Christmas Ritual
Discover the heartwarming story of how a 1955 misprinted ad led NORAD, the US-Canada military command, to track Santa Claus for nearly 70 years. Explore the tech and tradition.
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2025 Review: A Dispiriting Year for Global Order
A look back at 2025 reveals a year of anxiety, rising populism, and technological challenges that tested the post-war liberal order. Can hope prevail in 2026? Read the analysis.
Iran Seizes Tanker in Gulf After U.S. Action
Iran's Revolutionary Guard storms a foreign oil tanker in the Persian Gulf, a tit-for-tat move after U.S. seized an Iranian tanker. Global energy trade on edge. Read full analysis.
Venezuela Warns US Actions Could Reshape Global Order
Venezuela's defence minister issues a stark warning to the US over tanker seizures and naval deployments. Read how this Caribbean standoff could redefine world power dynamics.
Belarus Mocks Zelensky's Claim on Secret Russian Missile Sites
Ukrainian President Zelensky says Kyiv knows locations of Russia's Oreshnik hypersonic missiles in Belarus, sparking an intelligence war. Belarus KGB chief scoffs at the claim. Read the latest on Europe's escalating shadow conflict.
California Storm Triggers Floods, Mudslides, Evacuations
An intense atmospheric river storm pounds Southern California, unleashing flash floods and destructive mudslides. Hundreds are under evacuation orders as the region faces a state of emergency.
How Christmas in Saudi Arabia is Changing Under Vision 2030
Christmas in Saudi Arabia is transforming. Explore how Vision 2030 is bringing festive decor to malls while private celebrations remain key for expatriates. Read more.
China's Military Options for Taiwan Force, Says Pentagon
New Pentagon report details China's steady military progress, nuclear expansion, and plans for nine aircraft carriers by 2035, raising stakes in Taiwan Strait. Read the full analysis.
Bengaluru records second coldest winter in over a decade
Bengaluru shivered on Christmas morning, recording its second coldest winter since 2012. Minimum temperatures plunged to 11.2°C, with a cold spell gripping Karnataka. Read for details and forecast.
UAE's Overproduction Threatens OPEC's Future
The UAE is reportedly flouting OPEC+ quotas, producing up to 3.4 million barrels daily. This internal conflict could unravel the 65-year-old oil cartel. Read the full analysis.
BASC Alarmed by Rising Disappearances of Baloch Women
The Baloch American Congress supports the Baloch Yakjehti Committee's campaign, raising urgent alarm over the enforced disappearances of Baloch women in Pakistan. Read the full report.
Baloch Protest Blocks CPEC Highway Over Enforced Disappearances
A major protest in Balochistan enters its second day, blocking the vital CPEC highway. Demonstrators demand answers over alleged enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings.
US Replaces H-1B Visa Lottery with Skill-Based System
The Trump administration replaces the H-1B visa lottery with a weighted selection favoring higher skills and wages. New rule effective from February 27, 2026. Read the full details.
India-US Trade Pact Talks Active, Says Foreign Secy Kwatra
Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra states India is actively engaged with the US to finalize a mutually beneficial trade agreement. The tone was set during PM Modi's February visit.
Trump's Fresh Attack on Stephen Colbert Amid Show End
Donald Trump launched a scathing verbal attack on comedian Stephen Colbert, calling him a 'pathetic trainwreck' as 'The Late Night Show' nears its conclusion. Get the full details here.
Deep Arctic Discovery: Methane Mounds & Life Found
Scientists uncover a hidden world of gas hydrate mounds and chemosynthetic life deep in the Greenland Sea, reshaping Arctic oceanography and climate understanding. Explore the groundbreaking find.
BNP's Tarique Rahman Returns to Bangladesh After 17 Years
Bangladesh Nationalist Party's acting chairman Tarique Rahman lands in Dhaka, ending a 17-year exile. His return comes as the nation faces a fresh wave of political instability. Read more.
Tarique Rahman Returns to Dhaka After 17-Year Exile
BNP acting chief Tarique Rahman lands in Dhaka after 17 years abroad. His return, amid election uncertainty and Hasina's absence, could redefine Bangladesh's political future. Read more.
NASA's Christmas Tree Nebula: A Celestial Holiday Greeting
NASA celebrates Christmas with a breathtaking image of the 'Cosmic Tree' nebula, 2,500 light-years away, combining X-ray and optical data. A celestial wonder for the holidays!
BNP's Tarique Rahman returns to Bangladesh after 17 years
Tarique Rahman, BNP's acting chairman, returns to Dhaka from London after over 17 years, greeted by massive crowds. Key political move ahead of elections.
North Korea shows nuclear submarine hull, warns South
North Korea reveals hull of a nuclear-powered submarine, marking progress in Kim Jong Un's weapons program. Kim calls South Korea's similar plans a security threat. Analysis suggests possible Russian tech aid.
DOJ's Christmas Frenzy to Release Epstein Files Revealed
The US Justice Department faces intense pressure, calling for volunteers over Christmas to release secret Epstein files. Internal emails reveal a frantic behind-the-scenes scramble. Read the full story.
Yokohama's Circular City Model at Smart City Conference
Yokohama presents its pioneering circular city model at the Asia Smart City Conference, highlighting sustainable urban solutions and partnerships for a resilient future. Discover the key insights.
Temperatures Drop Below Freezing Point in Kashmir Again
After a short-lived respite, severe cold returns to Kashmir as temperatures plummet below freezing. Srinagar records -0.5°C, with Pahalgam at a chilling -4.2°C. Read the full weather forecast.
US Expands Social Media Vetting for H-1B, H-4 Visas
The US State Department now requires H-1B and H-4 visa applicants to keep social media profiles public. Learn how this impacts Indian professionals and their families.
China Silver Fund Plunges 10% to End Bull Run
China's sole pure-play silver fund plunged by the daily 10% limit after a frenzied rally. The fund manager had issued repeated warnings about unsustainable gains and a dangerous premium. Read more on the precious metals frenzy.
US Report: China's Military Poses Direct Threat to Homeland
A new Pentagon report warns China's historic military expansion makes the US homeland vulnerable. Read how cyber, space, and nuclear threats reshape the Taiwan scenario.
Tarique Rahman Returns to Bangladesh After 17-Year Exile
Tarique Rahman, son of Khaleda Zia, ends 17-year exile, returning to Bangladesh as a key BNP figure and potential PM candidate for February elections. Explore the implications.
Indian-origin man dies after long hospital wait in Canada
Prashant Sreekumar, 44, died in an Edmonton hospital after waiting over 8 hours with severe chest pain. The tragedy highlights systemic healthcare issues.
Aravali mining definition: 100m elevation rule raises concerns
The Centre's 100-metre elevation definition for Aravali hills, adopted by SC, faces criticism for potentially excluding low-lying ranges from mining bans. Experts warn it could undermine conservation. Read the full analysis.
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