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Chinese Rocket Carrying Satellite Explodes Mid-Air After Launch
A Chinese Long March 7A rocket carrying the Zhongxing-4B communications satellite exploded mid-air after liftoff from Wenchang, state media confirmed
Video: Man, Pet Dog Narrowly Escape Massive Bungalow Explosion In UK
People living on a street where the incident took place reportedly say they could smell gas in the area before it happened.
6 Ships Cross Hormuz, Down From 140 In Pre-War Days Amid US-Iran Deadlock
Four commodity vessels, including two empty oil product tankers, entered the waterway, data from Kpler showed on Tuesday as of 0420 GMT.
Why Tarique Rahman's Attendance At BRICS Summit Is Now A Key Focus
Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman invited to 18th BRICS Summit outreach session in New Delhi
Why Iran Is In Spotlight After Water Systems Hacked In 7 US States
The federal government's data shows that there are 152,000 public drinking water systems and more than 16,000 wastewater treatment facilities across the US.
AI Assistant Hacks Gym Booking System, Books Slot And Removes User From Waitlist
Alarmed by what had happened, Andrew asked the agent to undo the action.
Syria's Ex-President Bashar Al-Assad Sentenced To Death For Crimes Against Humanity
The ruling against Assad is the first under the transitional authorities who this year began trying figures from the former government, both in person and in absentia.
Columbia Chamber President Carl Blackstone Steps Down After 12 Years
Carl Blackstone said he plans to pursue a "new professional opportunity" but did not disclose details about his next role.
Indian-Origin CFO Gets 4-Month Jail, $9,500 Fine For Bribing US Surgeons
Aditya Humad was charged in September 2021 along with Kingsley R. Chin, SpineFrontier's Founder, President and CEO.
Indian Techie Dies In US After Pickup Truck Rams His Car Head-On
Bungatavula was travelling in a sedan when a pickup truck travelling in the opposite direction crossed the centre median and collided with his vehicle.
Australia Introduces Optional Gender, Sexual Orientation Questions In Census
Australia's 2026 census asks residents about sexual orientation and gender identity, for the first time, after Labor reversed course on the questions
India Opens Attari Border, 10 Other Ports For E-Visa Holders
All foreigners, except Pakistanis, will be allowed to avail themselves of the benefit of the new move, as India does not grant e-visas to travellers with Pakistani passports or Pakistani origin.
Opinion: Opinion | Three Adversaries Become 4: Why The Saudi-Turkey-Pak Deal Is A Headache For India
With Turkey already in Islamabad's corner and Saudi Arabia now signing up to a mutual-defence pact, Pakistan's bilateral rivalry with India may now become a much wider strategic equation.
Military Flight, Catering Truck: How Trump Escaped Iran Assassination Threat
Trump was moved via an airport catering truck to a smaller jet, while journalists and staff believed they were still travelling with him.
Video: People Flee Collapsing Building As Earthquake Kills 132 In Colombia
According to Espriella, at least 1,575 homes, 18 health centres, and 52 schools had been damaged in the powerful quake that was followed by 21 aftershocks.
Meta Unveils AI Model 'Muse Glimmer' That Can Run On Personal Computers
Zuckerberg's essay argued against tighter AI control, saying superintelligence should be 'distributed widely' rather than centralised.
Libya Military Intelligence Chief Killed In Car Blast: Report
The head of military intelligence for eastern Libya's Libyan National Army was killed on Monday when an explosive device detonated in his car outside his home in the Hawari area of Benghazi, two security sources told Reuters.
5 Killed, 20 Injured In Russian Attack On Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia
A Russian attack on the southeastern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia killed five people and wounded 20, the regional governor said early on Tuesday.
US Set To Make Online Filing Of Immigration Applications Mandatory
The US will soon make online applications mandatory for immigration benefits such as green card, citizenship, and asylum, among others, in a bid to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs.
