Europe

“I can’t breathe” Black Man in US Dies After Cops Pin Him Down

27 Apr 2024 05:27 AM IST

The Ohio Police have unveiled body camera footage depicting a Black man who died after repeatedly uttering “I can’t breathe” while being restrained by officers during his arrest, as per WKYC, a local Cleveland news outlet. The video, released by the Canton Police Department, portrays the demise of Frank E.

Blinken Accuses China of Seeking to Influence Upcoming US Elections

27 Apr 2024 04:22 AM IST

During the conclusion of his three-day visit to China, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed concerns about Chinese efforts to influence or potentially interfere with the upcoming US elections, despite Chinese President Xi Jinping’s earlier commitment to refrain from such actions. Blinken, following discussions with top Chinese officials including

King Charles III to Shortly Return to ‘Public-Facing Duties’ After Cancer Treatment

27 Apr 2024 00:41 AM IST

The British Royal Family announced on Friday that King Charles III is set to resume his public duties after undergoing treatment and recuperation for his recent cancer diagnosis. His Majesty the King, along with the Queen, will visit a cancer treatment center next Tuesday to signify this important step. During

Kuwait sentences 8 expats in driving license fraud

26 Apr 2024 16:55 PM IST

Eight expats in Kuwait received definitive prison terms after being found guilty in a corruption case related to unlawfully granting driving permits to expatriates in the nation. The Court of Cassation in Kuwait sentenced each of the eight individuals to four years of imprisonment and mandated their deportation upon completion

UN Report: Taliban’s Reign in Afghanistan Crushes Dreams of Girls

26 Apr 2024 16:20 PM IST

Amidst the stringent restrictions imposed on women and girls in Afghanistan by the Taliban, TOLO news reports that the United Nations has described the nation as a “graveyard of girls’ hopes.” Despite the ban, the UN Women’s section reaffirms its commitment to supporting Afghan girls in their fight for education.

Antony Blinken Holds Talks with Xi Jinping in Bid to Ease US-China Strain

26 Apr 2024 16:03 PM IST

Antony Blinken, the Secretary of State of the United States, held talks with China’s President Xi Jinping on Friday in an effort to improve the strained relationship between the two nations, as reported by the New York Times. This comes amid disagreements spanning the economy, national security, and geopolitical tensions.

Israeli Ministry Disappointed by Germany’s UNRWA Renewal in Gaza

26 Apr 2024 15:28 PM IST

The Israeli Foreign Ministry expressed disappointment with Germany’s choice to resume collaboration with UNRWA (the UN Relief Works Agency) in Gaza, labeling it “unfortunate and disappointing.” They maintained that UNRWA is perceived as “part of the problem and not part of the solution.” “Israel shared with Germany and other donor

Tanzania: At least 155 killed due to floods caused by heavy rains

26 Apr 2024 14:47 PM IST

At least 155 individuals have lost their lives due to flooding and landslides triggered by heavy rains in Tanzania, according to Al Jazeera. Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa, in a parliamentary address, attributed the severity of the current rainy season to the El Nino climate pattern, leading to widespread flooding and

Firoz and Zahan Mistry: Who are these billionaire siblings?

26 Apr 2024 14:39 PM IST

Firoz and Zahan Mistry, the sons of the late former chairman of Tata Sons, Cyrus Mistry, have become the world’s youngest billionaires, with a combined net worth of $9.8 billion ($4.9 billion each), according to Forbes. The Mistry brothers have topped Forbes’ list of the wealthiest individuals under 30, inheriting

Negative factor building in China-US relations: Know why?

26 Apr 2024 14:32 PM IST

Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed concerns that the United States is hindering China’s progress, emphasizing this during talks with Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who is visiting Beijing to address trade and policy disputes between the two nations. Blinken is scheduled to have extensive closed-door discussions and a working lunch

Indian-Origin Princeton Student Arrested in Pro-Palestine Protest on Campus

26 Apr 2024 11:44 AM IST

An Indian-origin woman studying at Princeton University in the US was one of two students arrested during pro-Palestine protests on the campus, according to reports from student and alumni newspapers. Achinthya Sivalingan, originally from Tamil Nadu, and Hassan Sayed were arrested after protesters set up tents for an encampment in

Putin plans to visit China next month

26 Apr 2024 11:32 AM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced plans to visit China in May, which would be his first overseas trip after beginning his fifth term in office on May 7, according to Kyodo, citing Russian news agency TASS. “I have a visit (to China) scheduled in May,” Putin stated during his address