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Exclusive: World's Newest Country Is Without Medicine. And It's Getting Worse
For the people of South Sudan, the destruction of an MSF-run hospital meant the disappearance of the only secondary healthcare facility serving nearly 250,000 people across the region.
NASA Rolls Out Moon Base Plan, Signs Deals For Landers, Rovers, Drones
The space agency outlined the first phase of its moon base plans on Tuesday, awarding hundreds of millions of dollars in contracts to four US companies.
Rise In Suicides Among Immigration Detainees Since Trump Took Office: Report
An AP probe found that at least 10 detainees, all men, have died by suicide since President Donald Trump took office in January 2025, a pace that exceeds growth in detainee population
The China Factor In The New India-US Critical Minerals Deal
The United States and other nations depend heavily on China for these minerals. But in recent years, especially under President Donald Trump's administration, Washington has pushed to diversify its sourcing to reduce reliance on Beijing.
Trump Team Proposes Non-Disclosure Agreements For Staff To Stop Media Leaks
A proposed notice is expected to be officially published seeking comment on a draft NDA to be used by federal agencies for "both new and existing employees."
Big Tech's AI Cost Panic: Uber, Microsoft And The Burn Problem
Big tech companies such as Microsoft and Uber are now raising serious questions whether the huge AI spends are justified after all?
"Bleeding India By Thousand Cuts": UN Envoy Slams Pak For Terrorism
The Indian diplomat said India has every right to defend itself from such cross-border terrorism.
Florida Man Arrested For Stealing Rs 11 Lakh Worth Of Pokemon Cards Using Chainsaw
A Florida man has been arrested for stealing $12,000 (Rs 11.4 lakh) worth of Pokemon cards using a chainsaw.
Russia Claims Breakthrough Vaccine Against New Ebola Strain
Russia has announced the development of a vaccine targeting a new Ebola strain linked to the ongoing Bundibugyo outbreak in Congo and Uganda. Experts say the move could strengthen global outbreak preparedness, though clinical data is awaited
Byju's Founder Gets 6 Months Jail In Singapore, Ordered To Pay $70,500
Byjus founder Byju Raveendran is sentenced to six months jail by Singapore court for contempt.
Marco Rubio's Office Deletes "Stupid People" Post After Racism Remarks Spark Buzz
Though the reporter did not clarify, many saw his question as a reference to President Trump's recent endorsement of racist remarks made by American podcaster Michael Savage, who referred to India, China and some other countries as "hell-holes".
'Unwarranted, Illegal': India Rejects J&K References In China-Pakistan Joint Statement
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that New Delhi "opposes and rejects" Islamabad's "illegal and forcible occupation of India's sovereign territory."
Israel Targets Hamas Military Chief, Who Led Intel During October 7 Attack
Mohammed Odeh served as head of Hamas intelligence during the October 7 massacre and was appointed approximately one week ago as successor to Ezzedine Al-Haddad
US Senator Calls Pakistan's Role In US-Iran Talks "Problematic"
Senator Lindsey Graham's remarks came as Pakistan's Defence Minister Khwaja Asif said he is not in favour of Islamabad joining the Abraham Accords
Ahead Of 80th Birthday, Trump Declares Himself In "Perfect" Health
Trump's doctor is expected to release a summary of the medical exam in coming days, although the amount of detail released is entirely at the White House's discretion.
North Korea Tests New Multi-Purpose Missile Launch System: Report
South Korea said on Tuesday the North fired several projectiles, including a ballistic missile, off its west coast, the latest in a flurry of tests this year. Seoul said the missiles flew about 80 kilometres (50 miles).
Cuba Appeals For International Help As US Intensifies Pressure
Donald Trump has openly mused about taking over communist Cuba, saying that after the US attack in January that ousted Nicolas Maduro in Venezuela, Havana could be his next target for military action and big change.
Canada To Impose 21-Day Isolation For Travellers From Ebola-Hit Region
Canadian officials also said that starting Wednesday, they are pausing final decisions on immigration applications for people from affected countries for 90 days.
Israel Says Targeted New Hamas Armed Wing Chief In Gaza Strike
Gaza's civil defence agency, which operates as a rescue service under Hamas, meanwhile said at least three people were killed and 20 wounded in an Israeli airstrike in the Rimal neighbourhood in western Gaza City.
