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NASA chief Jared Isaacman on Saturday ruled out a March launch for Artemis II – the first crewed flyby mission to the moon in more than 50 years – citing technical issues. Workers detected a problem with helium flow to the massive Space Launch System (SLS) rocket that will "take the March launch window out of consideration," Issacman said in a post on X.

Shah Rukh Khan was recently spotted visiting Salim Khan at Mumbai hospital. The renowned writer was admitted to Lilavati Hospital after a health scare. Read on to know more.

Trump has consistently campaigned against dragging the US into "endless wars" or massive, boots-on-the-ground invasions like Iraq. A decapitation strike aligns perfectly with his preference for sudden, high-impact, surgical operations.

On Saturday, President Donald Trump announced he would raise the temporary US import tariff from 10% to 15% for all countries, following the Supreme Court’s ruling against his signature tariff program under the economic emergency law.

Russia has stated that a formal peace deal with Japan remains unlikely decades after World War II, citing ongoing territorial disputes over the Kuril Islands. The announcement underscores persistent tensions between the two nations, complicating diplomatic relations and economic cooperation. Analysts say the stalemate continues to affect regional security in East Asia and limits prospects for resolving historical grievances.

Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan appear to be rising after reports that the Pakistani Air Force carried out airstrikes in Afghanistan’s Paktika and Nangarhar provinces. According to reports cited by Tolo News, a religious seminary in Bermal district of Paktika province was targeted. Multiple districts — including Khogyani, Bahsod, and Ghani Khel in Nangarhar — were also reportedly hit.

UK police have questioned former protection officers linked to Prince Andrew as part of an ongoing investigation into security arrangements and related allegations. The development has drawn renewed scrutiny around past royal security protocols, with authorities examining procedural conduct and any potential lapses. Officials have not disclosed further details as inquiries continue under legal and investigative review.

If a ghost tanker posed a kinetic threat, the carrier's air wing would neutralize it without the ship ever needing to engage.

Tensions spike as U.S. warships close in on Iran following President Donald Trump’s 15-day ultimatum. Trump has warned Tehran that “really bad things” could happen if a new nuclear deal isn’t reached within the deadline. The U.S. military buildup includes aircraft carriers, advanced fighter jets, and multiple warships, signaling maximum pressure on Iran. Tehran has responded with strategic warnings, military drills, and threats of retaliation, raising fears of a possible conflict in the Middle East.

Ukrainian forces carried out strikes deep inside Russian territory, targeting a key missile factory in the Udmurt Republic. The attack marks a significant escalation in the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict, demonstrating Kyiv’s ability to hit strategic sites far from the frontlines.

With President Donald Trump’s strict "10-to-15 day" deadline expiring in the first week of March 2026, the strategic window in the Middle East is rapidly closing.

The USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) is a 100,000-ton Nimitz-class nuclear-powered supercarrier. It is essentially a sovereign mobile airbase that travels at speeds exceeding 30 knots (about 35 mph).

Filmmaker James Cameron has blasted Netflix’s proposed deal to acquire Warner Bros, calling it a troubling move for the entertainment industry. Cameron raised concerns about the impact on filmmakers, creative freedom, and the future of theatrical releases, warning that consolidating major studios under streaming giants could reshape Hollywood in ways that may harm both creators and audiences.

At least 50 people were killed and a significant number of others abducted after a group of armed men launched a brutal attack on a village in Nigeria's northwestern state of Zamfara, a local lawmaker said. The raid on Tungan Dutse village, located in the Bukkuyum Local Government Area, reportedly began Thursday evening and continued into Friday morning, Hamisu Faru, a lawmaker representing the affected area at the Zamfara State House of Assembly, told local media on Saturday.

The military buildup, the diplomatic impasse, and the strategic chessboard as the Middle East braces for a looming deadline.

Anti-government protests flared again in Iran as students clashed with counter-groups at universities, chanting against the leadership. The unrest comes amid rising US-Iran tensions and stalled nuclear talks, with anger rooted in economic crisis and past crackdown on protests.

Pakistan carried out strikes on terror hideouts along the Afghanistan border, targeting Taliban-linked groups after recent suicide attacks. Kabul alleged civilian casualties in Nangarhar and Paktika. Tensions remain high as both sides trade blame over cross-border militancy.

Lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar recently slammed the newly announced penal code in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan that reportedly legalises voilence against woman. He has requested religious leaders to speak out against the new law.

Amid rising tensions with Iran over its nuclear programme and a significant U.S. military buildup in the Middle East, reports say U.S. President Donald Trump has not yet made a final decision on whether to strike Iran, even as military options including limited strikes remain under consideration. Trump continues to press Tehran for a deal while preparing forces, leaving the possibility of military action open but undecided.