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EU Unveils 'New Strategic Agenda' To Expand Ties With India

The European Union (EU) on Wednesday unveiled a new strategic agenda to significantly ramp up its engagement with India in a range of key areas such as defence, trade and energy, and to jointly tackle major global challenges.

Published on: 17.09.2025 18:13
Social Media Has Us In Its Grip And Won't Let Go. The Charlie Kirk Killing Is A Case Study

Charlie Kirk's mastery of social media was key to his rise as an influence in conservative politics. So the extent to which his death and its aftermath have played out on those forums shouldn't come as a surprise.

Published on: 17.09.2025 18:06
Trump's UK Visit Lands AI, Pharma, And Nuclear Pledges

President Donald Trump's state visit to the UK has delivered pledges from US tech giants to invest a combined $42 billion to help drive Britain's AI sector.

Published on: 17.09.2025 18:04
Israel's Ground Assault In Gaza City: What We Know

Israel has announced a major ground assault in Gaza City that it says is aimed at crushing Hamas in the Palestinian territory's largest urban hub.

Published on: 17.09.2025 17:55
UK Police Charge 28-Year-Old With Blackmail After Westminster 'Honeytrap' Messages

British police said a 28year old man was charged with blackmail and other offences on Wednesday, after an investigation prompted by the targeting of a number of lawmakers and others

Published on: 17.09.2025 17:47
After Mass Nepal Jailbreak, Some Prisoners Surrender

Days after escaping alongside 13,500 others in a giant jailbreak during deadly anti-corruption protests in Nepal, Avinash Rai rubbed his belly after a meal -- and strolled back into prison.

Published on: 17.09.2025 17:47
Kremlin Shrugs Off EU Plans To Speed Up Phase-Out Of Russia's Energy

The European Union's plans to phase out Russian energy and commodities more quickly will not affect Russia and will not force it to change its position, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Wednesday.

Published on: 17.09.2025 17:39
Ostrich, Emu Ancestors Could Fly, Scientists Discover

It may sound like a joke, but scientists have long been puzzled by how the family of birds that includes African ostriches, Australian emus and cassowaries, New Zealand kiwis and South American rheas spread across the world -- given that none of them

Published on: 17.09.2025 17:16
King Charles Gives Trump Royal Welcome On UK State Visit

Donald Trump was treated to a royal reception featuring gun salutes, soldiers on horseback and bagpipes as he met Wednesday with Britain's King Charles III for a historic second state visit, which unfolded far from marching protesters.

Published on: 17.09.2025 17:13
From EU Chief To Netanyahu: PM Modi Thanks World Leaders for Birthday Wishes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday conveyed his gratitude to a host of world leaders for their warm wishes and greetings on his 75th birthday.

Published on: 17.09.2025 17:04
On Way To London, Trump's Air Force One Has Close Encounter With Another Plane: Report

A Spirit Airlines Inc. passenger jet got a little too close for comfort with a Boeing Co. 747 jumbo ferrying US President Donald Trump to London as the aircraft traveled through New York's congested skies.

Published on: 17.09.2025 16:29
Gold Worth $700,000 Stolen In Paris' Natural History Museum

Thieves have broken into Paris's Natural History Museum, making off with gold samples worth 600,000 euros ($700,000) in the latest of a series of robberies from cultural institutions, according to the museum.

Published on: 17.09.2025 15:33
Trump's Threat After Charlie Kirk Killing Raises Fears Of Silencing Enemies

Trump is escalating threats to crack down on what he describes as the "radical left" following Charlie Kirk's assassination, stirring fears that his administration is trying to harness outrage over the killing to suppress political opposition

Published on: 17.09.2025 15:01
PM Modi Thanks Putin For Birthday Phone Call, Reiterates Peaceful Resolution In Ukraine

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday thanked "friend" Russian President Vladimir Putin for his phone call and extending warm wishes on his 75th birthday.

Published on: 17.09.2025 14:28
YouTube, New Leader Of US Media Industry, Bets On AI As Key For Creating Content

On its 20th birthday, YouTube is unrecognizable as the scrappy video site that began as the domain of young amateur users publishing unpolished, low-budget clips.

Published on: 17.09.2025 14:07
Thousands Of Palestinians Flee As Israeli Troops Press Forward Into Gaza City

Israeli troops and tanks were pushing deeper into Gaza City on Wednesday, the second day of a ground offensive that was widely condemned internationally, as Palestinians fled the devastated area en masse.

Published on: 17.09.2025 13:34
"Independence Gone": Ben & Jerry's Co-Founder Quits Over Row With Unilever

The co-founder of Ben & Jerry's has resigned from the ice cream brand after saying his company known for its social activism has lost "the independence to pursue our values" under the ownership of British giant Unilever.

Published on: 17.09.2025 13:28
Pak Ex-PM Imran Khan Alleges ISI Conducting His Military Trial In Jail

Pakistan's jailed former prime minister Imran Khan on Wednesday alleged that he is facing a military trial in jail as it's not being conducted by a civilian judge but by an ISI officer, who takes instructions directly from Army Chief Asim Munir.

Published on: 17.09.2025 12:56
Indian-Origin Heart Surgeon Guilty Of Sexual Offences Gets 6 Year Jail In UK

An Indian-origin heart surgeon convicted of abusing his position to sexually assault female members of staff at a National Health Service (NHS) hospital in northern England has been jailed for six years.

Published on: 17.09.2025 12:48
Car Rams FBI Building Gate In Pittsburgh, Driver Leaves Behind American Flag

A driver rammed a car into a security gate at the FBI building in Pittsburgh early Wednesday, then removed an American flag from the back seat and threw it over the gate before leaving, authorities said.

Published on: 17.09.2025 12:15

News from Arabic Countries

US Federal Reserve cuts interest rates for the first time since December

The central bank’s widely expected 0.25% cut comes amid a cooling labour market, which has stalled economic growth.

Published on: 17.09.2025 18:17
Only 13 survivors from capsized boat carrying 74 refugees off Libya: UNHCR

UN agency says dozens killed after a boat carrying mostly Sudanese refugees capsized near the Libyan town of Tobruk.

Published on: 17.09.2025 17:50
Brazil’s Bolsonaro discharged from hospital

His release comes a day after the convicted ex-leader was rushed to a hospital after falling ill at home.

Published on: 17.09.2025 17:33
Fired CDC director warns of backslide in US vaccine science under RFK Jr

Ex-CDC Director Monarez says she was fired for refusing to approve vaccine policy changes without scientific review.

Published on: 17.09.2025 17:32
Pakistan vs UAE delayed over match referee’s role in India handshake row

Pakistan agrees to have Andy Pycroft as match referee after he apologises for role in a handshake row against India.

Published on: 17.09.2025 17:16
Could a US and Saudi-backed proposal lead to peace in Sudan?

US, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and the UAE, proposed the initiative, which has been criticised by Sudan's government.

Published on: 17.09.2025 17:03
China bans tech firms from Nvidia chip purchases: Report

CEO Jensen Huang is expected to discuss the developments with US President Donald Trump in London on Wednesday.

Published on: 17.09.2025 16:50
Online forum CEOs called to testify at Congress after Charlie Kirk murder

Republican-led committee plans to ask CEOs of Discord, Steam, Twitch, and Reddit about the 'radicalization' of users.

Published on: 17.09.2025 16:46
‘War on free speech’: Outcry after Maldives passes controversial media bill

Critics say new media regulatory bill will muzzle free speech and the press, a claim the government denies.

Published on: 17.09.2025 16:38
US Treasury Sec Bessent accused of contradictory mortgage pledges: Report

The Bloomberg News report comes as the White House pushes to fire fed governor Lisa Cook for a similar reason.

Published on: 17.09.2025 16:31
British protesters say ‘No to racism, no to Trump’

Demonstrators offer counterbalance to royal grandeur and flattery of US president at Windsor Castle.

Published on: 17.09.2025 15:56
Indonesia’s Subianto appoints new security minister after deadly protests

Ex-rival and former general Djamari Chaniago selected after protests about the economy left 10 dead last month.

Published on: 17.09.2025 15:50
Lebanon’s terrible year: From exploding pagers to Israeli occupation

The pager attack in Lebanon kicked off a year that upended the country's political and military reality.

Published on: 17.09.2025 15:48
EU proposes suspending trade concessions with Israel over Gaza

The European Commission has presented a measure to suspend its trade concessions on Israeli exports due to the Gaza war.

Published on: 17.09.2025 15:44
Why Ben & Jerry’s co-founder quit over Gaza

Jerry Greenfield, co-founder of Ben & Jerry’s, has resigned, accusing Unilever of silencing its stance on Gaza.

Published on: 17.09.2025 15:29
Sudan family torn apart by war is reunited after Al Jazeera report

Sudanese father, Shamoun Idris reunited with his wife and seven children after spotting them in an Al Jazeera report.

Published on: 17.09.2025 15:26
LIVE: Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid – UEFA Champions League

Follow our live build-up with breaking team news ahead of our full text commentary stream of the Anfield football match.

Published on: 17.09.2025 15:00
Has Elon Musk really been awarded a $1 trillion pay deal?

And why has the South African entrepreneur been busy buying up shares in Tesla?

Published on: 17.09.2025 14:22
Palestinians under relentless attack as Israel steps up Gaza City assault

This is what Palestinians in Gaza City are facing as Israeli forces relentlessly bomb the area.

Published on: 17.09.2025 14:19
King Charles greets Trump with royal pageantry in UK’s Windsor Castle

US President Trump receives a royal welcome at the UK's Windsor Castle, with a dazzling display of military bands.

Published on: 17.09.2025 14:10
Will a boycott over Israel divide the Eurovision Song Contest?

Netherlands, Iceland, Ireland, Spain and Slovania have said they will not participate in the competition if Israel does.

Published on: 17.09.2025 13:57
‘Ball still in Iran’s court,’ European powers say after nuclear issues call

Germany says it's possible to temporarily delay sanctions after E3's top diplomats hold call with Iranian counterpart.

Published on: 17.09.2025 13:19
US not entitled “to use lethal force” against Venezuelan vessels

“That implicates murder statutes under US federal law.”

Published on: 17.09.2025 13:18
Who was Oscar-winning actor, director and activist Robert Redford?

Robert Redford, the Oscar-winning actor, director and activist, has died aged 89. Celebrated for his Hollywood career,

Published on: 17.09.2025 13:14
As its former ambassadors, we urge the EU to sanction Israel now

Europe must not let Gaza become the graveyard of international law and human rights.

Published on: 17.09.2025 13:07