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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.
What's Article 5 Of Iran-US Deal That's Being Blamed For Hormuz Unrest?
While both Tehran and Washington fundamentally support reopening the Strait of Hormuz, experts pointed out that the two sides interpret the terms of the MoU differently and disagree over how vessels should move through the waterway during the interim period.
China Responds To India's Concerns Over Teesta Cooperation With Bangladesh
Teesta lies very close to India's northeastern region, which forms the basis of India's concern over the Dhaka-Beijing joint initiative.
Israel Approves Proposal To Recognise World War I Armenian Genocide
Israel's Cabinet has unanimously voted to recognize the Armenian Genocide, as relations between Israel and Turkey continue to deteriorate.
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."
Opinion: Opinion | 330 Million: Why The Biggest Number In India's AI Boom Is The Most Useless One
India has the largest crowd of AI users. But that number could be a vanity, pleasant to report in the morning and slow to pay by evening. Because who wants to pay for AI yet?
Heatwave, High Humidity To Grip Large Parts Of US
A deadly heat wave grips the eastern US with humidity making temps feel up to 46C, while wildfires rage in the West, threatening millions.
A Small Plane Hit Beijing's Tallest Skyscraper. Then The Internet Went Quiet
The incident has brought back focus on China's strict control over public information after major events.
Why Donald Trump's Supporters Are Backing AI Critic Joe Allen
Trump supporters increasingly back AI critic Joe Allen over AI risks.
China's 'Outdoor AC' Goes Viral As Heatwave Scorches Cities: Here's How It Works
Commonly installed in cafes, restaurants, gardens, terraces, warehouses and event venues, these systems are especially useful during hot summers.
Skyrocketing Airfares Shatter Summer Vacation Dreams of Gulf NRIs; Many Forced to Cancel Trips
As schools in the Middle East prepare to close for the summer holidays, non-resident Indians (NRIs)
Pakistan's 'Double-Tap' Strikes On Afghanistan Border Kill 35, Including Children
A "double tap" is a military term used to describe a deliberate second strike on the same location shortly after an initial attack.
Andy Burnham To Outline Vision For UK With Focus On Raising Living Standards
Andy Burnham will commit to a 10-year mission to raise living standards through reindustrialisation, housing, infrastructure and reform of utilities.
US, Iran Agree To Halt Fighting "For Now", To Discuss Hormuz Plan In Qatar
The back-and-forth military actions over the weekend have tested the barely 11-day-old fragile initial US-Iran agreement that was supposed to halt hostilities during 60 days of negotiations.
29 Dead As Pakistan Carries Out Ground Operation Along Afghanistan Border
The operation comes a day after militants armed with guns and explosives targeted the regional headquarters of the paramilitary Rangers in the southern port city of Karachi, killing three soldiers.
'Certain Shortage': Putin Flags Fuel Crunch After Ukraine Strikes
Kyiv calls the attacks fair retribution for Russia's near-daily barrages on Ukrainian civilians and energy infrastructure since its February 2022 offensive.
Hope Fades In Venezuela As Death Count Nears 1,500 After Twin Earthquakes
Millions more people were feared to lack sanitation and other basic needs after one of Latin America's most devastating earthquake disasters.
"Look Inwards": India Rejects Pakistan's "Baseless" Claims Over Karachi Attack
Pakistan has carried out airstrikes on eastern Afghanistan overnight, targeting terrorists in response to the deadly attack, the Pakistani information minister said.
Qatari National Killed From Shrapnel Injuries Due To "Military Operation"
The ministry said the second individual was injured, adding that it located the missing vessel in the early hours of Sunday after search operations that started a day earlier.
