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White House says US-Iran nuclear talks will be ‘direct’; Tehran insists they’re not

World: "These will be direct talks with the Iranians, and I want to make that very clear," said White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt while speaking to reporters.

'Open to a deal': Trump 'optimistic' about striking a deal with China amid tariff row

World: "The president has made it very clear he's open to a deal with China," White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters, adding, "He's optimistic."

Only 9.5% of plastic produced in 2022 came from recycling

#Gravitas A global study has revealed that only 9.5% of all plastic produced worldwide in 2022 came from recycled sources.

China plans to cripple US economy with Europe

#Gravitas The trade standoff between the United States and China, the world's two biggest economies is shaking global markets and threatening to spiral further out of control.

Russia unleashes spring offensive on Ukraine, Kyiv: Russia fired 70 missiles since March 11

Russia-Ukraine war is entering a new phase of increased hostility. Russian troops are using superior firepower to push Ukrainian troops back from frontlines. Ukrainian military chief said that there is almost a doubling of the number of new offensive in all major areas.

15 flights diverted from Delhi airport after gusty winds and dust storms

Gusty winds and dust storms have resulted in the diversion 15 flights. The sudden change in weather has either delayed or diverted flights, as reported by ANI. Flights from Delhi and in the surrounding north Indian region have been impacted. India news

US revives WWII airfield to prepare for future war with China

#Gravitas After nearly eight decades, the U.S. is in the process of reviving a strategic airbase located in a remote corner of the Western Pacific, a move that is rattling Beijing.

Thailand's traditional 'Poy Sang Long' ceremony

Dresses In flowers and makeup scores of boys paraded in the traditional Poy Sang Long ceremony around a temple in northern Thailand after having their heads shaved. Now this marks a symbolic start to the centuries-old Shan monkwood ordination to become Buddhist noviceses. We leave you with these images.

IPL 2025: MS Dhoni’s CSK fall flat after Narine’s all-round show steers KKR home

With five losses from six matches this season, CSK continue their horror run this season, sitting in ninth place on the points table. India news, Cricket, Sports

'Capivasertib' shrinks tumours & slows cancer growth: NHS

A new drug is offering new hope for women with advanced stage of breast cancer. The drug called 'Capivasetib' has been approved for NHS funding in England. Now this targeted therapy has shown remarkable results in slowing down cancer progression and shrinking tumors in a quarter of patients. Watch in for more details!

‘Talk to US or risk regime collapse’: Top Iranian officials pressured Khamenei to allow US-Iran nuclear talks

World: In what was described as a rare united move, Iranian officials pressed Khamenei to approve negotiations with Washington, warning that failure to do so could trigger military attacks from the US and Israel.

Scientists reveal why purple is just an optical illusion

Your eyes, believe it or not, are lying to you. That vibrant purple flower, that striking sunset hue, the royal amethyst gemstone—none of them truly exist in nature as you perceive them.

Pentagon fires Greenland base commander over criticism of VP JD Vance’s visit

World: The US military’s Space Operations Command said Col. Susannah Meyers had been removed from her role at Pituffik Space Base due to a “loss of confidence in her ability to lead”. It also said that Col. Shawn Lee was replacing her.

Tehran intends to assess US' intent; Trump warns of military action if talks fail

Iran and the United States are gearing up for a high stakes in nuclear negotiations in Oman as the prospect of a full-blown war looms large. While Iran is seeking a real and a fair deal, the United States is threatening a military action if talks were to fail.

World's largest money manager BlackRock sounds alarm over US economy

Stocks, dollar sink and gold hits record high, world's largest money manager BlackRock sounds alarm over US economy. Watch in for more details!

India: BJP, AIADMK to fight 2026 Tamil Nadu polls under EPS's leadership

In the presence of Union Home Minister and BJP election supremo Amit Shah, AIADMK General Secretary and former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami, the two parties announced their National Democratic Alliance for the 2026 Assembly polls in the southern Indian state.

Putin says Russia naval strategic nuclear forces are fully equipped with modern weapons

The Russian President Vladimir Putin saying the country's naval strategic nuclear forces are now fully equipped with modern weapons and systems. In fact, the announcement comes during a high-level meeting with military and government officials in St. Petersburg, where Putin stressed that strengthening these nuclear-armed, atomic-powered submarines remains a priority.

Ukraine War: EU pledges $24 billion in fresh military aid to Ukraine

The war between Ukraine and Russia has entered a critical stage, with both sides trading blows in a conflict that shows no signs of abating. Ukraine pushes for military aid support, but its European allies appear to be confused as President Donald Trump is eyeing pulling out troops.