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Jerome Powell has effectively signed off as Chair of the Federal Reserve, announcing he will not seek another term after his tenure expires on May 15, 2026, following his final policy meeting.

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday claimed that Iran is in a “state of collapse” and has sought American assistance to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said Iran had informed Washington of its internal crisis and was requesting the reopening of the strategic waterway “as soon as possible”.

Rahul Roy, best known for the 1990 hit Aashiqui, has been creating a lot of buzz on Instagram with his new reels. The actor has now addressed concerns of fans and slammed trolls, stating he is earning through his hard work.

Gavin Newsom is doubling down on his trolling campaign against Donald Trump, this time with fake California license plates plastered with his own face. Political satire, branding war, or something else? Scroll down for the full showdown.

Donald Trump faced backlash after appearing to confuse details about the Ukraine and Iran conflicts during an Oval Office Q&A. His claim that Ukraine was “militarily defeated” sparked criticism and raised concerns over accuracy.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced nearly six hours of questioning from House lawmakers for the first time since the Trump administration launched the war against Iran, which Democrats have contested as a costly conflict of choice waged without congressional approval. He’ll return to the Capitol tomorrow to face the Senate.

Is Canada stepping back from a major defence deal with the United States? Ottawa is reassessing its planned purchase of the advanced F-35 Lightning II, signalling growing hesitation over cost, strategy, and long-term military priorities. What began as a flagship defence acquisition is now under deeper review, raising questions about Canada’s future airpower strategy and its defence ties with Washington. Is this a delay—or the beginning of a larger rethink?

Virtual hearings at the Delhi High Court were disrupted after an unidentified user played obscene content multiple times. Proceedings were suspended, and an investigation was launched. Authorities raised concerns over cybersecurity and court integrity.

Donald Trump's on-again, off-again stance on the Strait of Hormuz has led to him earning a new nickname - NACHO. He is already stuck with TACO - Trump Always Chickens Out - as he has failed to reach a deal with Tehran on the Iran War.

India’s archaeologists have decoded a 5th-century seal rewriting what we know about ancient Shaivite traditions. The Archaeological Survey of India’s epigraphy division has deciphered a rare Sanskrit inscription written in Brahmi script.

Sudan is facing a deepening hunger emergency as conflict and instability continue to devastate lives across the region. Authorities warn that nearly 7.8 million people are now living in famine-like conditions, while two-thirds of South Sudan’s population is struggling with acute hunger. Ongoing violence between government and opposition forces has disrupted food supplies, displaced families and limited humanitarian access, raising fears of a worsening catastrophe if urgent international aid does not arrive soon.

Russia has unveiled the S-71K Kover, a new long-range cruise missile designed to significantly enhance the strike capability of the Su-57 stealth fighter jet. Reports suggest the missile offers up to 300 kilometres of stand-off attack range, allowing aircraft to hit targets from safer distances without entering heavily defended zones. The development comes as Moscow continues to intensify military operations in Ukraine, raising fresh concerns over the evolving battlefield and the growing role of advanced missile systems in modern warfare.

The moment happened late in the game when Eberechi Eze was tackled by Atletico defender David Hancko. Referee Danny Makkelie awarded the penalty in what as the 78th minute of the game, only for VAR to deny it.

Trump stirred controversy by sharing a map renaming the Strait of Hormuz as “Strait of Trump” amid ongoing tensions with Iran. Peace talks remain stalled despite a new proposal via Pakistan, while the US blockade continues, pushing oil prices sharply higher.

Why is the USS Gerald R. Ford heading home after a record 309 days at sea, right in the middle of the US blockade of Iran? Hint: It's not because the US blockade is ending. All you need to know.

Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile has gone missing after US airstrikes in 2025. Here’s what we know about its location, risks, and nuclear implications

IPL 2026 | SRH chased down 244-run target against MI in 18.4 overs on Wednesday (Apr 29) at Wankhede stadium to go third on the points table with 12 points from six wins. MI, meanwhile, slipped down to ninth spot after sixth loss of the season in eight matches.

Atletico had the better for long periods but Arsenal's solid defending helped them leave the Spanish capital in a good position to return to the Champions League final 20 years after their last appearance.

US President Donald Trump has reportedly warned Benjamin Netanyahu to scale back Israel’s Lebanon campaign, urging “surgical” strikes instead of large-scale destruction because, in Trump’s words, flattened buildings “make Israel look bad.” Scroll down for the full story.