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Florida Airport To Be Renamed After Donald Trump

An airport in Florida will soon be renamed after US President Donald Trump, after a bill proposing the change was approved by the state's legislature on Thursday.

Published on: 20.02.2026 08:43
PM Modi To Meet Trump Soon? What US Envoy Sergio Gore Said

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gore has said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump will meet "at the right moment," but the India-US trade deal will be inked very soon.

Published on: 20.02.2026 08:11
Epstein Estate Agrees To Pay Up To $35 Million To Settle Victims' Claims

The estate of convicted US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has agreed to pay up to $35 million to settle the outstanding legal claims of potentially dozens of victims, according to a proposed court judgment filed Thursday.

Published on: 20.02.2026 08:07
Jeffrey Epstein Had Ties With US Customs Officers In Virgin Islands: Report

Investigators sought to determine whether Epstein received any special treatment or assistance while passing through the airport.

Published on: 20.02.2026 08:01
Man Found Guilty Of Leaving Girlfriend To Die On Austrian Mountain

Thomas Plamberger is found guilty of gross negligent manslaughter for leaving his inexperienced girlfriend to die on Austria's Grossglockner mountain in harsh winter conditions.

Published on: 20.02.2026 07:38
From Polite Prompts To Power Grids: The Growing Debate Over AI's Energy Use

Studies comparing digital services have estimated that a single generative AI query can consume several times more electricity than a conventional web search.

Published on: 20.02.2026 07:31
Sunita Williams Stranded In Space Labeled One Of Worst NASA Disasters

Starliner's botched flight left Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore stuck for months at the International Space Station.

Published on: 20.02.2026 07:30
Opinion: Opinion | In Bangladesh, A Story Of Many Wins

The rain is over, and the clouds are clearing. Now, the hard work of rebuilding a nation begins, and India must be standing right there alongside as a friend.

Published on: 20.02.2026 07:04
'200% Tariff, 11 Jets Down': Trump's Latest On India-Pak Ceasefire

US President Donald Trump reiterated his claim that he mediated between India and Pakistan during the 2025 military standoff, claiming he had threatened to put 200 per cent tariffs on the two nuclear-armed neighbours if they didn't stop the fighting.

Published on: 20.02.2026 06:56
French President Macron's 'Thank You' Note To India With 'Dhurandhar' Track

French President Emmanuel Macron shared the glimpses from his trip in a 43-second montage, with the song 'Na De Dil Pardesi Nu' from the Hindi blockbuster 'Dhurandhar' playing in the background.

Published on: 20.02.2026 06:55
"Epstein Told Me His Darkest Secrets": Survivor Recalls Once-Silenced Horror To NDTV

Rina Oh, who was 21 at the time, told NDTV that Jeffrey Epstein "psychologically harmed" her by insulting and criticising her body.

Published on: 20.02.2026 06:50
Epstein Files Detail Ex-UK Prince Andrew's Confidential Briefs, Oil Deals

King Charles' younger brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested on Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office over allegations that he sent confidential government documents to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Published on: 20.02.2026 06:33
What Is Pax Silica, The US-Led AI And Supply Chain Strategic Alliance India Joined

India's decision to join Pax Silica comes days after a trade deal with the US following a period of tensions over tariffs put in place by Donald Trump.

Published on: 20.02.2026 06:29
US State Sues Apple Over Alleged Use Of ICloud For Storing Child Sex Abuse Material

The US state of West Virginia on Thursday said it is suing Apple over child sex abuse material people tuck away in its iCloud online storage service.

Published on: 20.02.2026 06:08
UK Ex-Prince Andrew's Arrest Puts Spotlight On Lord Mountbatten Abuse Claims

The arrest of former British royal Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor now also put the spotlight on Andrew's great-uncle, and India's last Viceroy, Lord Mountbatten, who was accused of sexually abusing young boys in the Kincora Boys' Home scandal.

Published on: 20.02.2026 06:07
India May Join Pax Silica Next Month: All About The US-Led Initiative

India is poised to become a full member of the US-led strategic group Pax Silica, with a formal invitation expected next month, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor revealed during his visit to New Delhi.

Published on: 20.02.2026 05:28
AI To Starlink: How Drone Technology Transformed Battlefield In Ukraine

As the war in Ukraine drags into its fifth year, drones have come to completely dominate the front line -- a transformation in modern warfare that is being watched around the world.

Published on: 20.02.2026 05:27
Who Is Namgya Khampa, Indian Diplomat At Donald Trump's Board Of Peace Meet

Namgya C Khampa is a 2000-batch officer of the Indian Foreign Service (IFS). She has over two decades of experience in Indian diplomacy.

Published on: 20.02.2026 05:20
Illegal Indian 'Alien' Truck Driver In ICE Custody After Fatal US Crash

A 25-year-old Indian man has been arrested in the United States after his truck caused a three-vehicle collision, killing a 64-year-old man in Indiana.

Published on: 20.02.2026 04:48
British Museum Removes 'Palestine' From Some Displays Citing Historical Inaccuracy

The British Museum has removed the term Palestine from certain displays, citing its inaccuracy and lack of neutrality, following concerns raised by UK Lawyers for Israel.

Published on: 20.02.2026 04:48

News from Arabic Countries

Bolivia’s ex-leader Morales reappears in stronghold after 7-week absence

The public appearance ends rumours that Morales fled the country following the abduction of Nicolas Maduro in Venezuela.

Published on: 20.02.2026 09:15
Is southern Yemen’s next phase being decided on the ground?

Security fragmentation and regional rivalries are reshaping power in southern Yemen.

Published on: 20.02.2026 08:10
US jets escort Russian military aircraft out of Alaska’s air defence zone

NORAD says aircraft did not enter sovereign airspace and were not considered a threat.

Published on: 20.02.2026 08:10
One killed, 11 injured in Yemen after security forces disperse STC storming

Protest erupts after the internationally recognised gov't holds its first session in the southern city of Aden.

Published on: 20.02.2026 07:45
Trump gives Iran 10-15 days to make deal, warns ‘bad things will happen’

Donald Trump has warned Iran it has 10 to 15 days to reach a deal over its nuclear program, or “bad things” will happen.

Published on: 20.02.2026 07:27
Venezuela grants amnesty that could release hundreds of political detainees

More than 600 people may be in custody for political reasons, one Venezuelan rights group estimates.

Published on: 20.02.2026 07:20
Three aid workers killed, 4 wounded in RSF drone attack in Sudan’s Kordofan

The attack comes as the UN releases a report which found that RSF actions have hallmarks of genocide in el-Fasher.

Published on: 20.02.2026 06:50
Trump orders Pentagon, federal agencies to release files on UFOs and aliens

US president's announcement comes amid a surge of interest following comments on aliens by ex-President Barack Obama.

Published on: 20.02.2026 06:30
Deadly tower collapse has locals in Lebanon’s Tripoli asking: Are we next?

February 8 collapse killed at least 15 people in Lebanon's second city, where buildings are in poor condition.

Published on: 20.02.2026 04:56
Indonesia, Morocco, Kosovo among 5 countries to send troops under Gaza plan

Kazakhstan and Kosovo have also pledged to participate, while Egypt and Jordan will provide training for police.

Published on: 20.02.2026 04:37
Major road crash leaves 18 dead, 3 injured in northeast Egypt

Road accidents, often linked to speeding, claim thousands of lives each year in Egypt.

Published on: 20.02.2026 04:12
US pays about $160m towards nearly $4bn in UN dues

President Trump has slashed foreign aid and repeatedly criticised the United Nations for failing to meet its goals.

Published on: 20.02.2026 02:33
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un pledges to lift living standards at rare congress

Kim's opening speech focused on improving economic activity, with no mention of relations with the US or South Korea.

Published on: 20.02.2026 02:22
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,457

These are the key developments from day 1,457 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Published on: 20.02.2026 02:02
New Mexico reopens criminal probe related to Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch

State officials say the information in unsealed FBI files 'warrant further examination' of a case closed in 2019.

Published on: 20.02.2026 01:18
IMF warns Venezuela’s economy and humanitarian situation is ‘quite fragile’

Figures show Venezuela's public debt sits at roughly 180 percent of its GDP as the country struggles with tumult.

Published on: 20.02.2026 00:08
New Zealand vs Pakistan: T20 World Cup Super Eights – teams, start, lineups

New Zealand and Pakistan play the first game of the Super Eights stage at the T20 World Cup with both eyeing title tilt.

Published on: 19.02.2026 23:50
Macron and Meloni clash over killing of French far-right activist in Lyon

A war of words has erupted between the French president and Italian prime minister over the murder of Quentin Deranque.

Published on: 19.02.2026 23:12
Strike over labour reforms brings Argentina’s capital to a near-standstill

The Chamber of Deputies is weighing a labour bill that would increase work hours, cut severance pay and ease firing.

Published on: 19.02.2026 23:06
Why was former Prince Andrew arrested by UK police?

Mountbatten-Windsor, the former UK prince, has not been charged with a crime and was released under investigation.

Published on: 19.02.2026 23:02
Ex-Prince Andrew’s arrest spurs Epstein accountability calls from UK to US

US lawmakers call on the Trump administration to pursue justice for victims, as UN expert urges probes across the world.

Published on: 19.02.2026 22:54
Is social media addictive?

Meta is accused of harming young users with its addictive features.

Published on: 19.02.2026 22:12
US trade deficit swells in December as imports surge

The US trade deficit deteriorated even though President Trump unleashed a barrage of tariffs to close trade imbalances.

Published on: 19.02.2026 21:00
Qatar pledges $1bn for Gaza peace mission

Qatar has pledged $1 billion to support the Board of Peace’s mission in Gaza

Published on: 19.02.2026 20:28
South Africa police arrest son of former Zimbabwe leader Robert Mugabe

The youngest son of the former Zimbabwe president was detained after a gardener was shot at his home in South Africa.

Published on: 19.02.2026 20:25