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Schools "Not Ready" As France Presses Ahead With Phone Ban
In July, France's parliament approved legislation banning both social media access for children under 15 and mobile phone use in high schools.
US Girl, 8, Dies From Contracting Rare 'Brain-Eating Amoeba' Infection After Swimming In Lake
It can cause primary amebic meningoencephalitis, or PAM, a rare infection in which contaminated water enters the body through the nose and the amoeba travels to the brain.
"Handed Over Personal Message From PM Modi": S Jaishankar Meets Putin In Moscow
The meeting assumes significance as India and Russia seek to deepen their economic engagement and expand cooperation in a range of areas.
'Sever Every Economic Lifeline': US Announces Explosive Sanctions Against Iran
On Monday, Bessent spoke about new US sanctions that aim to block all potential sources of revenue for Iran and claimed that sanctions will also be slapped on countries that do not cut economic ties with the Islamic Republic.
US Plans To Hike H-1B Visa Fee To Over $100,000. Indians To Face Heat
The US Department of Homeland Security is planning to increase the H-1B visa fee to $103,265, the Federal Register posted on Monday.
Ajit Doval In Beijing For 25th Round Of India-China Boundary Talks
The ties between New Delhi and Beijing came under severe strain after the 2020 Galwan Valley clash.
"Throwing Oil On Fire": Russia Slams Britain Over Missile Help To Ukraine
The warning came as British Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledged to keep backing Ukraine militarily during a visit to Kyiv.
Trump, Melania Arguing Over Natalie Harp? Video From Grand Prix Event Sparks Buzz
The speculation has been linked online to recent rumours surrounding Natalie Harp, a Trump aide who has attracted considerable attention because of her proximity to the president and her role within his inner circle.
Opinion: Opinion | The Gulf's New Defence Agreement Has A 'Credibility' Problem
There is much talk of this pact bringing peace and stability to the region. For this, the three countries involved must be stable and peaceful themselves.
Opinion: Opinion | Why Bangladesh Must Understand That It Can't Have It Both Ways With India
The abrupt cancellation of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's scheduled visit to New Delhi this month raises many questions.
Indian-Origin Teen Dies After Car Plunges Off Cliff Into Ocean In US
The fatal accident reignited concerns over the narrowing distance between traffic and the cliff's edge due to continuous erosion.
Opinion: Inside Pak's New Law That Has One Man Written All Over It: Asim Munir
With a new act, Munir has truly reached the apex. At least most politicians in Pakistan will hope so.
Imran Khan's Party Takes Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif To Court After Failed' Heart Checkup
Khan was taken to PIMS last week for an eye procedure and other diagnostic examinations. Doctors reportedly recommended a CTA of the heart, but hospital officials said the required facility was unavailable.
How 150 Pakistani-Sindhi Brides Crossed Visa Hurdles To Marry In India Post Op Sindoor
Members of the Sindhi community used to visit India through the Wagah-Attari border in Punjab for such weddings.
New Zealand To Ban Social Media For Under-16s
New Zealand has been investigating a social media ban for over a year, after neighbouring Australia implemented its world-first legislation in December.
"Entering Endgame": US Warns Iran Of 'Economic D-Day', Tehran's 'Oil' Response
The United States has also warned of "tremendous economic consequences" for Tehran's business partners to ratchet up economic pressure that could push Iran back to the negotiating table.
Ex-US Police Officer Dies While Serving Sentence For Killing Black Woman
Sean Grayson, 32, was convicted of second-degree murder in October in the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey, a 36-year-old Black woman who had reported a possible prowler outside her Springfield-area home.
Hindu Family Killed In Bangladesh, Attackers Stayed Back For Food, Bath
Police said the two suspects remained inside the house overnight after the killings. They left a day later when the streets were relatively empty during Jummah (Friday) prayers.
Dramatic Video Shows 23-Year-Old Landing Small Plane In Waters Near Florida Beach
Emergency crews inspected the pilot at the scene and confirmed she suffered no injuries.
