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WhatsApp To Let Users Chat Without Sharing Phone Numbers Soon
The hundreds of millions who use Meta-owned messenger WhatsApp to chat with family, friends or businesses will no longer need to share phone numbers under a coming update, the company said Monday.
Lebanon Says Israeli Strike Hits South Despite Ceasefire Framework
Lebanese state media on Monday said an Israeli strike hit the country's south, despite a framework accord signed by the two countries last week aimed at securing a peace deal.
EU Stays Neutral As Heatwave Sparks Fierce Debate On Air Conditioning
As heatwaves drive a surge in air conditioning sales, EU officials refuse to regulate home cooling, leaving the environmental debate to nations.
Russia Fines And Jails LGBT Nightclub Owner For 7 Years
Russia jails LGBT nightclub owner and two staff under extremism law in the country's first case since the Supreme Court banned the LGBT movement.
Trump's Push To Overturn $5 Million Sexual Abuse Case Verdict Rejected
Trump's lawyers had argued that allegations leading to the $5 million verdict were propped up by "highly inflammatory" evidentiary rulings,
"I Am Not Anti-US, Not Kneeling", Says Italy's Meloni Amid Spat With Trump
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Monday said that she is not anti-American but also not "kneeling", amid the recent controversy over US President Donald Trump's comments about the Italian PM.
Trump Says Iran Requested Meeting Tomorrow, Tehran Denies Claim
The US president has tried to preserve an increasingly fragile interim deal as hostilities have mounted in recent days in the Strait of Hormuz, through which a fifth of the world's oil had been shipped before war began.
In Major Ruling, US Supreme Court 'Supercharges' Donald Trump's Powers
The justices allowed Fed governor Lisa Cook to stay in her job while she fights the Republican president's effort to fire her over allegations of mortgage fraud, which she has denied.
Opinion: Opinion | The Post-War Middle East May Already Be Splitting Into Two New 'Camps'
We may see a closer Qatar-Oman-Iran trilateral partnership emerging in the coming days, while another grouping already in the making is of Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Egypt.
Video Shows Lava Eruptions Up To 700 Feet At Hawaii's Kilauea Volcano
The update was shared by USGS Volcanoes on their X account, along with a video showing the active eruption.
UK To Replace Ageing Destroyers With 6 Drone-Deploying Hybrid Warships
The Royal Navy is restructuring its fleet by replacing traditional Type 45 destroyers with six vessels designed to control uncrewed systems.
5 Dead In Shooting In Germany, 2 Arrested
Two suspects have been arrested, said a police spokesman.
Live Updates: Major Police Op In Germany's Stade After 5 Dead In Mass Shooting
Atleast 5 people were killed after a shooting rocked the northern German city of Stade on Monday, triggering a massive police operation.
Search For Flight MH370 Extended For A Year, 12 Years After Disappearance
Malaysia extends the "no find, no fee" search for missing flight MH370 until June 2027, allowing Ocean Infinity more time to scan for the aircraft.
UK's Princess Catherine Climbs 3 Mountain Peaks To Raise Cancer Awareness
Princess Catherine conquered three peaks in 24 hours, raising funds for cancer charity after her inspiring recovery from cancer.
Eight-Year-Old Girl Sets World Record For Limbo Skating Under 16 cm Bar In Ahmedabad
Her achievement highlights her hard work and determination in reaching a global record at such a young age.
Masked 'Batman' Hunts Down Thieves In Mexico And Tapes Them To Poles, Police Launch Manhunt
The bizarre string of incidents, which began on June 13 in the municipality of Lagos de Moreno, has left authorities investigating at least five cases over a span of 10 days.
Pakistan Suspends Geo News For 15 Days Over 'Offensive' Muharram Broadcast
The regulator said Geo News aired "religious visualisations" during a June 26 programme that could offend religious sentiments, undermine religious harmony and disturb public order.
Generals, Envoys, Lanka Hotel: Track-II Meet That India Says 'Holds No Value'
Government sources underlined that the Track-II interaction should not be interpreted as an official dialogue. They reiterated New Delhi's position that there is no formal engagement with Pakistan and that "terrorism and talks cannot go together."
