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Aid cuts by wealthy countries could be at risk of dying during pregnancy and childbirth, says a UN report. The most vulnerable are pregnant women in conflict zones, as the risk is much higher given the healthcare system is crippled and it's dependent on countries sending in aid. World

The US has intensified its airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen, marking a continued military campaign in the region. Recent strikes in northern Yemen have reportedly killed at least two individuals, fueling further tensions. This escalation raises concerns about wider instability across the Middle East.

Zelensky Accuses Russia On Violating Black Sea Truce. The White House released a statement on the talks between American and Ukrainian delegations in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, which have been happening for the past few days. It says that the US and Ukraine have agreed to ensure safe navigation, eliminate the use of force, and prevent the use of commercial vessels for military purposes in the Black Sea. Watch this report for more details on the Black Sea truce deal.

World news: Hopes that the US president would rethink his policy in light of the turmoil were dashed Sunday when he said he would not make a deal with other countries unless trade deficits were solved.

World | Days after US President Trump imposed reciprocal tariffs on Pakistan, Pakistani Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said that a "good crisis" should not be wasted

World news: The formula released by the U.S. trade representative is tied to America’s bilateral trade deficit with each country – how much more the U.S. imports from a country than it exports to it. That gap is them divided in half to arrive what the government calls “discounted reciprocal tariff.”

World | Days before polls in Canada, Canadian PM Mark Carney joined the Hindu community at the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Toronto for Ram Navami celebrations

The US has intensified its airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen, marking a continued military campaign in the region. Recent strikes in northern Yemen have reportedly killed at least two individuals, fueling further tensions. This escalation raises concerns about wider instability across the Middle East.

Hamas launches rockets at major Israeli cities, escalating regional tensions. Israel responds with airstrikes and issues evacuation orders for parts of Gaza. Stay tuned for the latest updates on this developing conflict.

India News: Stalin has insulted the Prime Minister, who came to Tamil Nadu with the intention of launching development works for the benefit of the people. He should apologise to the people of Tamil Nadu, said Annamalai.

World: Lutnick said, “Because the idea, what happens is if you leave anything off the list, the countries that try to basically arbitrage America go through those countries to us.”

Trending | World: Videos on social media show huge rats scurrying around in broad daylight. The rats have turned rowdy, as one video shows bin men running to save themselves as rats chase them.

Pope Francis has made a surprise entrance to St. Peter’s square during a special jubilee mass for the sick and medical workers in his first public appearance at the Vatican since leaving the hospital

The US is reportedly pressuring Kyiv to accept a major mineral deal that would grant American firms access to 50% of Ukraine’s rare earth reserves. While the UN states Ukraine holds 5% of the world’s supply, experts warn fresh studies are needed to fully assess the value. With no security guarantees and the war still ongoing, questions remain about who truly benefits from this deal.

World: Ukraine's task now is to assemble a technical team for negotiations, define its red lines and send a delegation to US for technical talks as early as next week.

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China faces fast-rising rates of obesity, with the government saying more than half of adults are already classified as overweight. Rapid urbanisation and economic development have led to more sedentary lifestyles.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated the 2.08 km New Pamban Bridge - the country's first vertical-lift sea bridge - in Tamil Nadu on the occasion of Ram Navami.

A movie about the making of Sylvester Stallone's 1976 classic Rocky is in the works at Amazon MGM Studios. The project was officially confirmed at CinemaCon.