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Reports suggest that former Norwegian PM Thorbjørn Jagland was hospitalised after an alleged suicide attempt days after being charged with aggravated corruption over his links to late paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein. He had denied any wrongdoing.

The defeat against the Proteas has made things difficult for the defending champions, as even if they win their remaining matches against Zimbabwe and West Indies, a place in the semi-finals is not guaranteed.

Nick Reiner, 32, has pleaded not guilty to the murder of his parents, Hollywood director Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, who were found fatally stabbed in their Brentwood home in December. Facing two counts of first-degree murder and potential life without parole or the death penalty, Nick Reiner remains in custody. The next court appearance is set for April 29. Full details on the case, family reactions, and legal proceedings.

Agency YG Entertainment dropped the teaser of the title track GO, featuring BLACKPINK. This comes ahead of the girl group's third mini album, DEADLINE.

The move reflects growing concern that, should a US strike on Iran unfold, Iranian proxies in Lebanon could pose a credible threat to American diplomatic and military interests.

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Severe drought has left farms in Somaliland dry and families struggling to survive. With rainy seasons failing for years, many farmers now look to Israel, a global leader in water management and desalination — for help. After Israel recognized Somaliland’s independence in December, cooperation has expanded to agriculture and water technology. Can Israeli expertise transform drought-hit lands and fight rising food insecurity?

VK Sasikala, former aide of late Tamil Nadu CM Jayalalithaa, has organized a high-profile event on Jayalalithaa’s birth anniversary, sparking speculation about her political comeback. Analysts and party members weigh in on her potential role in state politics and the impact on regional power dynamics.

Amid the controversy over alleged contaminated ghee in the laddu prasadam at the Sri Venkateswara Temple in Tirumala, Andhra Pradesh is setting up a state-of-the-art food testing lab in Tirupati district. Equipped with advanced tools like an electronic nose and electronic tongue imported from France, the lab will test over 60 raw materials used in laddus and other offerings. Health Minister Y Satya Kumar Yadav says operations may begin next month. Watch for full details.

A scientist has claimed the place we cannot see beyond the observable universe is where heaven could be located. This place begins from where the Cosmic Horizon ends. However, critics have dismissed his theory.

Speaker Mazen al-Qadi condemns comments by US envoy Mike Huckabee as Jordanian MPs protest and call for clarification from James Holtsnider. FM Ayman Safadi attends peace meeting hosted by Donald Trump.

Paris Saint-Germain’s Achraf Hakimi has been ordered to stand trial for alleged rape. "I calmly await the truth," says the defender as his lawyer confirms an appeal.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM Sohail Afridi directly blamed Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munir for rigging the 2024 General Election and imprisoning Imran Khan. Afridi made it clear that PTI's main 'enemy' is Pakistan's military establishment.

The controversy surrounding The Kerala Story 2 has intensified just days before its scheduled release. The Kerala High Court directed the makers to arrange a special screening of the film in Kochi ahead of its theatrical debut. However, the filmmakers have stated they are not ready to show the movie to the court at this stage. Following the court’s direction, the teaser of the sequel — which has sparked debate over its theme of alleged forced religious conversions — has now been withdrawn. The sequel to The Kerala Story has drawn sharp reactions in Kerala, with the court noting that public concerns cannot be brushed aside. The matter has been deferred for further hearing as the release date approaches.

In a major breakthrough, Telangana Police have busted an interstate cyber fraud syndicate operating across multiple states, arresting four accused linked to large-scale online scams. Officials say the gang used phishing tactics, fake digital identities, and coordinated bank transfers to dupe victims, siphoning off funds through layered accounts to avoid detection. The arrests followed months of digital surveillance, forensic tracking, and coordination with cyber units in other states. Authorities are now investigating the wider network, possible accomplices, and the total financial impact of the fraud. The crackdown comes amid a sharp rise in interstate cybercrime cases across India.

The Kerala Legislative Assembly has passed the Nativity Card Bill, 2026, along with eight other Bills, during the final sitting of its session in Thiruvananthapuram. The legislation was cleared amid continued non-cooperation by the Congress-led UDF Opposition, with proceedings completed at record speed. Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal described the Nativity Card Bill as a “historic moment,” stating that it would help protect minority communities by enabling residents to formally declare themselves Keralites through an official nativity card.

Malaysia is considering a proposal to introduce a two-term limit for the prime minister, with new legislation tabled in Parliament to reform the country’s political system. The move is aimed at strengthening democratic governance, enhancing accountability, and preventing prolonged concentration of power. The proposal has sparked debate among lawmakers and political analysts as Malaysia weighs potential constitutional and political implications.

Russia launches criminal case against Telegram founder Pavel Durov on suspicion of 'abetting terrorist activities'

The Kerala High Court had asked makers of the The Kerala Story 2 to screen the film ahead of its Friday release. The court was acting on a petition filed which sought the cancellation of the film's censor certification.