World News
Indian Navy's Role in Global Maritime Security: Protecting 500+ Lives and Securing Critical Sea Routes
Nov 22, 2025 08:28 pm CST
India's Permanent Representative to the UN highlights the Indian Navy's significant contributions to global maritime security, including saving over 520 lives through swift interventions and escorting 367 merchant vessels carrying cargo worth $6.3 billion since November 2023, while emphasizing India's commitment to seafarer protection and gender equality in maritime operations.
Global Tensions Rise as Trump Skips G20 Summit Amid Ukraine Dispute and Climate Deadlock
Nov 22, 2025 08:19 pm CST
The G20 summit in Johannesburg faced significant challenges as Donald Trump's absence and a unilateral US plan for Ukraine created tensions with European allies. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasized the importance of multilateralism while COP30 climate negotiations reached an impasse over fossil fuel phaseout agreements. The summit highlighted growing divisions in global governance as the US increasingly withdraws from international forums.
Bangladesh Earthquake: Death Toll Reaches 10 As Aftershocks Continue to Shake Dhaka Region
Nov 22, 2025 06:42 pm CST
Bangladesh was hit by a 3.3-magnitude aftershock on Saturday following Friday's deadly 5.5-magnitude earthquake that killed 10 people and injured hundreds. The tremors have caused widespread destruction in Dhaka and surrounding areas, prompting the government to activate emergency operations while experts warn of the country's ongoing vulnerability to seismic activity.
Fact Check: Trump's Viral AI-Generated Audio About Epstein Files Exposes Growing Political Disinformation Crisis
Nov 22, 2025 05:33 pm CST
A deceptive AI-generated audio clip falsely portraying President Trump demanding officials block Epstein document release has gone viral across social media platforms. Researchers confirm the recording is fake, highlighting the dangerous spread of sophisticated political disinformation from both sides of the aisle as Trump signs legislation to release government documents on Jeffrey Epstein.
Japan's First Female Prime Minister Confronts Historical Ban on Women in Sumo Ring
Nov 22, 2025 05:29 pm CST
Japan's first female Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi faces a cultural dilemma over whether to challenge the centuries-old tradition prohibiting women from entering the sacred sumo ring. While her conservative values suggest she will respect this practice, her historic position has reignited debate about gender restrictions in Japan's religious and traditional spaces that many consider increasingly out of touch with modern society.
First Human Death From H5N5 Bird Flu Reported in Washington State: What You Need to Know
Nov 22, 2025 05:26 pm CST
Washington state reports the first human death from the rare H5N5 bird flu strain in an elderly individual with underlying health conditions. Health officials maintain that public risk remains low, with no evidence of human-to-human transmission. The virus appears no more threatening than the H5N1 strain that has caused mostly mild illnesses in agricultural workers across the US.
Mass Kidnapping Crisis in Nigeria: Over 300 Students and Teachers Abducted in Second School Attack This Week
Nov 22, 2025 05:25 pm CST
In a devastating security crisis, 315 students and teachers were kidnapped from St Mary's school in Nigeria's Niger state, marking the second mass abduction in one week. The Christian Association of Nigeria confirmed that 303 students and 12 teachers were taken, representing nearly half of the school's population. This incident follows another recent kidnapping of 25 schoolgirls in Kebbi state, highlighting the escalating security challenges facing Africa's most populous nation.
From Adversaries to Allies: Trump and Mamdani Find Common Ground on New York City Affordability Crisis
Nov 22, 2025 05:14 pm CST
President Donald Trump and New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani set aside their contentious political differences during a surprisingly cordial White House meeting. Despite their history of harsh criticisms toward each other, the leaders found common ground on addressing housing affordability and cost-of-living concerns for New Yorkers, demonstrating an unexpected willingness to collaborate across deep ideological divides for their shared hometown.
Donald Trump Jr and Bettina Anderson Dance to Bollywood Hit at Billionaire's Udaipur Wedding Celebration
Nov 22, 2025 02:45 pm CST
Donald Trump Jr. and girlfriend Bettina Anderson joined Bollywood star Ranveer Singh on stage during the lavish sangeet ceremony of US billionaire's daughter Netra Mantena in Udaipur. The three-day celebration features performances by top Bollywood celebrities and international stars Jennifer Lopez and Justin Bieber at iconic venues across the city of lakes.
Jimmy Kimmel's Defiant Response to Donald Trump's Call for His Resignation: "I'll Go When You Go"
Nov 22, 2025 02:23 pm CST
In the latest chapter of their ongoing feud, late-night host Jimmy Kimmel responded to President Donald Trump's demand for his termination with a witty challenge: "I'll go when you go." The exchange follows Trump's social media post criticizing Kimmel's talent and ratings, which came shortly after Kimmel's show covered controversies surrounding the President. Despite previous attempts to get him fired, Kimmel remains unfazed as his contract approaches its conclusion this season.