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Trump warns Iran, says US will come to rescue if protesters are targeted

The US President`s remarks come amid widespread protests in Iran over rising prices and worsening economic conditions, with demonstrations spreading across multiple provinces and, in some cases, escalating into deadly confrontations with security forces

Updated 15 mins ago

US President Donald Trump. File pic

Canada seeks probe after Air India pilot found under influence before flight

The Canadian aviation authority has asked Air India to take corrective steps.

Updated 6 hours ago

US President Donald Trump. File pic

At least 7 killed as protests over ailing economy spread across Iran

Updated 6 hours ago

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Yunus says Khaleda Zia’s funeral showed SAARC unity amid regional tensions

Updated 6 hours ago

Muhammad Yunus. Pic/AFP

“We will govern expansively”: Zohran Mamdani outlines bold vision as NYC mayor

Updated 7 hours ago

Zohran Mamdani. Pic/AFP

Flash floods triggered by heavy rains kill at least 17 people in Afghanistan

Updated 7 hours ago

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Ukrainian drone strike kills 24 in Russia’s Kherson during New Year celebrations

Updated 8 hours ago

Ukrainian firefighters extinguish a fire following an air attack in the Odesa region. PIC/AFP

Bulgarians withdraw euros as country joins single currency bloc

Updated 8 hours ago

A man withdraws euro banknotes from an ATM in Sofia. PIC/AFP

Space rings in New Year with stunning ‘Champagne Cluster’ view

Updated 8 hours ago

The Champagne Cluster is two galaxy clusters in the process of merging to form an even larger cluster. PIC COURTESY/NASA

Zohran Mamdani sworn in as New York City's youngest mayor in a century

Updated 23 hours ago

New York mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani places his hand on a Quran as he is sworn in on January 1, 2026 in New York. PIC/AFP

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