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Peter Mandelson, the United Kingdom’s former ambassador to the United States, has resigned from Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Labour Party following further revelations of his links to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, UK media have reported.

Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar is reportedly trending in Pakistan after its digital debut on Netflix. The film was banned for theatrical release in Gulf nations. Read on to know more.

US President Donald Trump says he is still hopeful of reaching a deal with Iran even as tensions rise following a stark warning from Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei that any US attack could trigger a broader regional war. Trump emphasized his desire for diplomacy while keeping all options on the table, highlighting the uncertainty in negotiations.

Khartoum airport has received its first scheduled commercial passenger flight since Sudan’s civil war began in 2023. The flight, operated by the national carrier, marks a symbolic step toward restoring limited air connectivity amid ongoing conflict.

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Newly surfaced Epstein videos show him interacting disturbingly with young girls, chasing and dancing with them in clips from the latest files release. Watch them here.

South Africa has launched its first human HIV vaccine trial, marking a major milestone in the global fight against HIV/AIDS. The ‘Brilliant 011’ trial begins as the country continues to battle the world’s largest HIV epidemic, raising hopes for a breakthrough in prevention.

Justin Bieber performed at the 68th Grammy Awards, with a daring fashion choice. However, his performance has sparked baffled reactions on social media. Read to know more.

Christopher Nolan's most anticipated film, The Odyssey: A Journey Begins, has run into controversy months before its scheduled release. Latest reports claim that actress Lupita Nyong'o has been cast as Helen of Troy, which has irked many on social media including Elon Musk.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has conducted coordinated raids at multiple locations across Jammu & Kashmir as part of its ongoing terror‑related investigations. Early‑morning searches took place in key districts including Srinagar, Sopore, and Bandipora, focusing on terror funding, militant networks, and suspected overground workers linked to extremist activities.

At the 68th Grammy Awards, Bad Bunny made history, becoming the first artist to win Album of the Year with a Spanish-language record. Accepting the honour, the Latin singer called out ICE raids in a moving speech.

The US Justice Department’s Epstein files release went badly wrong after unredacted nude images of victims appeared online. While powerful people like Trump stayed masked, victims were exposed. The blunder has sparked outrage, raising serious questions about who was protected and who wasn’t.

Tragedy in suburban Atlanta as a Gwinnett County police officer was killed and another seriously wounded during what was supposed to be a routine investigation. The officers were responding to a report of possible credit-card fraud at a hotel when the suspect opened fire.

Chaos broke out in the Lok Sabha after Rahul Gandhi cited an alleged unpublished book on the Doklam standoff during the Motion of Thanks debate. BJP leaders Rajnath Singh and Amit Shah objected, calling the claims unverified, prompting Speaker Om Birla to adjourn the House.

The operations, which began in the early hours of the morning, targeted areas in North Kashmir, including the districts of Bandipora and Sopore, as well as Srinagar, according to NIA officials.

Left-handed batter Tilak Varma has returned to action and will play for India A against the USA in Navi Mumbai on Monday. He is the only player from India’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad to be included in the India A team for warm-up matches.

Epstein Files and Trump: Donald Trump threatened to sue Trevor Noah, who took a dig at the US president at the Grammys. Mid-ceremony, Noah went after Trump for wanting Greenland, and about his name being mentioned in the Epstein Files.

Laura Fernandez has won Costa Rica’s presidential elections in a landslide victory at just 39 years old, securing widespread support with her law-and-order and economic reform-focused campaign, analysts say her historic win marks a new political era in Costa Rica, stay tuned for live updates, voter reactions, expert commentary, insights into Fernandez’s policies, and what her leadership could mean for the country’s future, Costa Rica election news, Fernandez presidency, Costa Rica politics 2026.

The Islamic State has released a new video claiming responsibility for an attack on Niamey International Airport in Niger. The footage shows an explosion inside a hangar housing military aircraft, raising fresh security concerns amid growing militant activity in the Sahel region.