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Iconic Soul singer Jerry ‘Ice Man’ Butler dies at 85

The music world mourns the loss of legendary blues singer Jerry Butler, who passed away at his Chicago home due to complications from Parkinson's disease on Thursday.

Champions Trophy 2025 - ‘Shubman Gill deserves to be number 1 ODI batter,’ says Ricky Ponting

Sports, Cricket: Gill was among the two heroes on the day against the Tigers, with seamer Mohammed Shami also making headlines for his first five-for of the tournament.

Everton's Moyes is doing a better job than me, says Manchester United's Amorim

Sports, Football: The former Sporting Lisbon boss has overseen just four wins and eight defeats in the Premier League since replacing Erik ten Hag in November.

Apple drops advanced data protection in UK after government’s demand

Apple has removed its advanced data protection feature in the UK following government demands for access. The move comes amid growing concerns over privacy and national security regulations.

AP news agency sues Trump admin officials over Oval Office snub

World | The AP, in the suit filed in a federal court in Washington, said the denial of access violates the First Amendment of the US Constitution, which guarantees freedom of speech and of the press.

Jenni Hermoso intends to appeal in Rubiales forced kiss verdict: Lawyer

Sports, Football: A judge at Spain's High Court found Rubiales guilty of sexual assault over the kiss and fined him 10,800 Euros ($11,300), but spared him a prison sentence.

Istanbul welcomes the first snowfall of the season, transforming the city into a winter wonderland

Istanbul experiences its first snowfall of the season, coating the city in a blanket of white. The snowfall brings a magical winter atmosphere, delighting locals and tourists alike.

I really think it's very sad: Former James Bond actress on Amazon takeover

The transition of creative control to Amazon Studios has sparked controversy, with Valerie Leon voicing her disapproval, reflecting broader fan concerns.

WATCH | New FBI Director Kash Patel takes oath on Bhagavad Gita, says living his 'American dream'

Trending | World | India News | India-origin Kashyap 'Kash' Patel took oath as the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on the Hindu holy book Bhagavad Gita on Friday (Feb 21).

Man stabbed near Berlin’s Holocaust Memorial days before key election

A man was stabbed near Berlin's Holocaust memorial just days ahead of a critical election. Authorities are investigating the incident, which has raised concerns over security and political tensions.

'Sky's the limit', says Oman FM Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi on India ties

The country, earlier this month hosted the mega Indian Ocean Conference that saw the gathering of several foreign ministers from the Indian Ocean region, including India's External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar.

Hamas says Shiri Bibas body transferred

Hamas has claimed to have handed over the body of Israeli hostage Shiri Bibas as part of a ceasefire agreement with Israel. However, Israeli authorities have disputed this claim, stating that the body returned does not match that of Shiri Bibas. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has condemned the alleged misidentification as a violation of the ceasefire agreement and has vowed retribution.

Mineral deal will allow US access to Ukraine's rare earths

Ukraine, long known for its vast mineral wealth, is now at the center of a global power struggle. Beneath its soil lies trillions worth of critical minerals, including rare earth metals essential for everything from electronics to defense technologies. This report delves into why these minerals are so valuable, what’s at stake for both Ukraine and the US, and what the complex negotiations are unfolding behind the scenes.

Lebanese-American Hadi Matar found guilty of Salman Rushdie's murder attempt

WORLD | An American-Lebanese man was found guilty Friday of attempting to kill novelist Salman Rushdie when storming a stage and repeatedly plunging a knife into the "Satanic Verses" author.

30 days of signing and implementing Trump's executive orders

One month into his presidency, Donald Trump has made swift and controversial moves, capturing attention both domestically and internationally. Watch in for more details!

One month of Musk mania: frings, fallout and furry

The US is undergoing a change as thousands of federal workers are fired, potentially affecting hundreds of thousands. At the center of this so-called cleanup is an effort aimed at saving trillions of American taxpayer dollars, with Elon Musk playing a significant role. Democrats are now launching a probe into Musk’s role in the White House. Our next story takes a look at one month of Musk Mania, as some like to call it.

PM Modi to be guest of honour at Mauritius National Day: PM Ramgoolam

India has provided over USD 1 billion in credit lines and USD 400 million in grants over the past decade, funding infrastructure like the Metro Express and community projects.

You're reassigned: Trump moves ICE chief over slower deportations than predecessor Biden

WORLD | US President Donald Trump has reassigned the acting head of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) due to the agency's apparent slower performance in arresting and deporting immigrants.

US-Ukraine critical minerals deal: Zelensky's stance on fair negotiations

Ukraine, long known for its vast mineral wealth, is now at the center of a global power struggle. Beneath its soil lies trillions worth of critical minerals, including rare earth metals essential for everything from electronics to defense technologies. This report delves into why these minerals are so valuable, what’s at stake for both Ukraine and the US, and what the complex negotiations are unfolding behind the scenes.