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US Supreme Court Undermines Key Provision Of Voting Rights Act
The lower court found that the map was guided too much by racial considerations in violation of the constitutional promise of equal protection under the law.
Canoe Carrying 35 Passengers Overturns In Uganda River
The accident happened late on Tuesday on the River Nguse.
Trump Says Iran "Choking Like Stuffed Pig", Refuses To Lift Hormuz Blockade: Report
Speaking to Axios, Trump said that the blockade is "somewhat more effective than the bombing", and as of Tuesday night, he had not ordered any kinetic action.
US Has Spent $25 Billion So Far In War With Iran: Pentagon Official
This is the first official estimate of the military's price tag for the war that started after the US and Israel launched missile and drone attacks
Trump, Putin Discuss Iran War And Ukraine In Over 90-Minute Call
The leaders also discussed the war in Ukraine, now in its fifth year following Russia's invasion of its neighbour in 2022.
Ukraine Urges Israel To Seize Vessel Carrying Grains 'Stolen' By Russia
Ukraine and Israel traded accusations on Tuesday, with Ukraine saying it had repeatedly urged Israel via diplomatic channels to take measures.
Trade, Economy, Investment: How UAE's OPEC Exit Will Affect Saudi Relations
Saudi Arabia and the UAE are so deeply enmeshed in trade, investment and logistics that analysts say a full-blown economic rift is unlikely.
Stabbing Of 2 Jewish Men In London Declared Terrorist Attack
Counterterror police are investigating whether the stabbings are linked to recent arson attacks on synagogues and other Jewish sites in the British capital.
UAE Reviewing Role In Other Groups After OPEC Exit, No Withdrawal Plan Now
The United Arab Emirates is reassessing its role and contributions across organisations but is not considering any further withdrawals at this time.
Home Addresses Of Over 2,000 US Marines Leaked By Iran-Linked Group: Report
According to The Wall Street Journal, the hackers shared identifying information on Telegram, presenting the leak as evidence of their "surveillance capabilities".
'Relationship With Trump Remains Good': German Chancellor On Iran War
On Tuesday, Trump criticised Merz over his stance on Iran war.Merz and the US President have sparred over the conflict in the Middle East.
Iran Currency Drops To All-Time Low At 1,810,000 Rials To US Dollar
The drop follows weeks of calm in Iran's free currency market
Trump Can Extend Iran Naval Blockade "For Months If Needed": Report
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was "host of the meeting," the official said, adding that Vice President JD Vance and Chief of Staff Susie Wiles also joined.
In $150 Billion Case Against OpenAI, Elon Musk To Testify In Court Today
In testimony, Elon Musk criticised the 2019 decision by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and its President Greg Brockman to create a for-profit entity.
Russia To Stay In OPEC+ Despite Shock UAE Exit, Praises Organisation
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov praised OPEC+ as an important organisation, especially during the current turmoil on global markets.
Epstein Got Artefacts From Holiest Islamic Site For His Island Mosque: Report
The pieces were eclectic. From tapestries embroidered with Quranic verses that were shipped from Kaaba in Mecca to tiles from a mosque in Uzbekistan. A golden metal dome was built to mimic ancient Syrian architecture.
Bangladesh Enters Nuclear Era As 2,400-MW Power Plant Begins Fuel Loading
Rooppur is equipped with two VVER-1200 reactors, each with a capacity of 1,200 megawatts, giving the plant a combined output of 2,400 megawatts.
2 Jewish Men Stabbed In London, Attacker Arrested
A man was arrested after he was seen running with a knife "attempting to stab Jewish members of the public", the Shomrim Jewish neighbourhood watch said on social media.
US Woman Jailed For Deploying Honeybees Against Police Officers During Eviction
Rorie Susan Woods has been jailed for six months for assault after using bees against law enforcement officers.
