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Kicking the hornet's nest? Trump's bizarre 'Restraining Order Needed' post with a photo of Meloni

Donald Trump's latest Truth Social post is expected to once again start a feud with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. He posted a photo of Meloni looking at him at the G7 Summit with the words "Restraining order needed".

Violent clashes break out at Sri Lanka prison, at least 25 dead: What's happening

At least 19 people were killed and over 50 injured after violent clashes erupted at a prison in Negombo, Sri Lanka. The unrest, which began with a fight between inmate groups, escalated despite initial efforts to restore order. Prison officers and security personnel were among the casualties.

Netanyahu discusses Trump relations ahead of possible US visit

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has spoken about his relationship with US President Donald Trump ahead of a possible visit to the United States. The remarks come as both countries continue discussions on regional security, diplomacy, and ongoing developments in the Middle East. A potential meeting is expected to focus on bilateral ties and key strategic issues affecting the region.

Inside Anshula Kapoor mehendi function: Arjun Kapoor gives bride a tight hug, Janhvi Kapoor, Khushi Kapoor do bridesmaid duties

Anshula Kapoor, daughter of producer Boney Kapoor, is set to marry her fiancé, Rohan Thakkar, on Monday, July 6. Sibling duo Janhvi and Khushi Kapoor surprised Anshula by organising an intimate pre-wedding Mehendi ceremony on Sunday.

'Could lead to international repercussions': Former Supreme Court judge Lokur questions MEA's passport stance

Former Supreme Court judge Justice Madan B. Lokur criticised the MEA's view that a passport is merely a travel document, calling it a misreading of the Passports Act. He said the law clearly distinguishes between a passport and a travel document

Sucked into another dimension? Rumours swirl physicist vanished while working on science of 'being in two places at once'

Anthony Chavez was a retired scientist linked to the Los Alamos National Laboratory. An investigative journalist recently said that he was working on the science that investigates “being in two places at once" before he vanished.

WION in Lebanon: Mass funerals held for Hezbollah fighters

Mass funeral ceremonies were held for Hezbollah fighters in southern Lebanon, drawing large crowds of mourners and supporters. The events took place amid heightened tensions along the Israel-Lebanon border and increased security in the region. The Deputy Mayor Kafrah spoke to WION, as concerns over further escalation continue.

Ali Fazal, Richa Chadha to romance on screen for the first time in Delhi-set comedy; Kumud Mishra joins cast

Years after sharing screens in Fukrey franchise, Ali Fazal and Richa Chadha are all set to be paired opposite each other on screen for the very first time. Read on to know more.

FIFA 2026 | Why Mexico's Raul Jimenez wears a headband during matches?

Jimenez had suffered a skull fracture in 2020 and wears a doctor-approved headband. He will continue to do so throughout his career as a precaution after the horrific injury.

Turkiye tightens security as NATO set to meet amid rising tensions

Turkiye has stepped up security measures as NATO prepares to hold a key meeting amid escalating regional and global tensions. The move comes as member states are expected to discuss security challenges and alliance preparedness. Authorities are maintaining heightened alert levels to ensure stability during the high-profile gathering.

HiAnime case: Seven arrested months after anime piracy giant shut down

Authorities in Vietnam have reportedly arrested seven people allegedly behind HiAnime's operations. Read to know more details.

Pakistan's education crisis: 25 million children out of school, reveals CSA report

A staggering 25 million children remain out of school in Pakistan, according to the latest CSA report highlighting a severe national educational crisis.

Maharashtra rains: Landslides hit Mumbai-Pune highways; schools shut as IMD issues severe weather warning

Heavy rains in Maharashtra triggered landslides, waterlogging and deaths, with IMD issuing red and orange alerts. Mumbai saw disruptions, school closures and transport hit as rains continue.

Global oil supply set to rise again in August

Organisation of the petroleum exporting countries, or OPEC, has agreed to raise its oil production target by 188 thousand barrels per day from August, extending its phased increase in supply. The decision follows similar output hikes for June and July and is part of the group's plan to gradually reverse production cuts introduced in 2023.

Mamata Banerjee names herself TMC state president amid crisis

Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief and former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced that she will also take charge as the party’s state unit president. She also inducted Madan Mitra and Kunal Ghosh into the state committee as General Secretaries.

India slips in global passport rankings

Europe continues to dominate the global passport rankings. According to the global passport index 2026, nine of the world's 10 strongest passports now belong to European countries. Sweden secures the top spot, followed by Switzerland, Finland and Germany.

Student with 53 out of 360 in JEE got into Caltech, Princeton, and Stanford, compares Indian exam system with global universities

A student who scored only 53 out of 360 in JEE got into Caltech, Princeton, and Stanford. He shared his story on LinkedIn, and that he is moving his startup to India to use the huge talent that might sometimes fail to gain recognition because of how they are judged here.

Venezuela earthquakes: Venezuelan flag flies half-mast as country observes 8-day mourning

Venezuela has declared an eight-day period of national mourning following a series of earthquakes that caused widespread damage and loss of life. The national flag has been flown at half-mast as the country pays tribute to the victims. Emergency services are continuing rescue and relief operations in affected regions. Authorities have pledged support for rebuilding efforts and assisting displaced communities.

Chinese tourists fuel South Korea's retail boom

A weak currency is proving to be a strong economic advantage for South Korea. As the Korean won remains under pressure, Chinese tourists are flocking to Seoul for luxury shopping, beauty treatments and duty-free bargains.