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Israel terminated its contract with the UN aid agency for Palestinians. UNRWA Chief said the agency is facing its darkest hour as millions of Palestinians suffer in the war-torn region.

European leaders are panicking over the historic victory of Republican leader Donald Trump in the 2024 United States presidential elections, with calls growing for economic overhaul and reforms to boost growth.

This oil-rich country has overwhelmingly voted to end its elections for legislative seats. The voting took place when the world's attention was focused on US Polls. In our next report, we tell you about Qatar's short-lived democratic experiment.

Israeli, Dutch and European leaders on Friday condemned "anti-Semitic" clashes that erupted in Amsterdam overnight after a Europa League football match, with the city's mayor detailing targeted attacks.

Escalating tensions between Israel and Iran since last October have stoked concerns over supply disruptions in the gulf. The Emirates opened its annual oil & gas summit and took some key decisions for the global market. Watch.

A baby Great Indian Bustard has hatched in the Indian state of Rajasthan after artificial insemination under the “Bustard Conservation and Rehabilitation Program”.

The UN Human Rights Office said on Friday nearly 70 per cent of the fatalities it has verified in the Gaza war were women and children, and condemned what it called a systematic violation of the fundamental principles of international humanitarian law.

Britain on Friday named Jonathan Powell, who was chief of staff to former prime minister Tony Blair, as its national security adviser, a role that will involve responding to global threats and building ties with Donald Trump's new US administration.

Peel Regional Police in Canada have arrested a Toronto resident of Indian origin, in connection with protests at Brampton’s Hindu Sabha Mandir on November 4. Ranendra Lal Banerjee, 57, faces charges of "public incitement of hatred" under section 319 (1) of Canada’s Criminal Code.

The Aga Khan Emerald, an extremely rare 37 carats emerald and diamonds brooch could fetch up to $8 Mln at Christie’s auction next week in Geneva, Reuters reports.

President Biden has pledged to continue diplomatic efforts to address the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, focusing on easing tensions in Gaza and Lebanon. The U.S. administration is working to secure humanitarian aid access, push for a ceasefire, and engage with regional partners to prevent further escalation. Biden's goal is to stabilize the region while supporting Israel's right to self-defense and seeking a long-term peaceful resolution.

Rumours related to Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's supposed separation have been doing the rounds of the internet for a while now. While the couple has not commented on the separation rumours so far, news has it that they are all to collaborate on a project by Mani Ratnam.

As the 2024 U.S. elections approach, speculation grows over potential cabinet positions in a possible second Trump administration. Key figures like Elon Musk, Mike Pompeo, and Robert Kennedy Jr. have sparked interest due to their political influence and high profiles. Musk, the tech mogul, could play a role in tech or innovation policy, Pompeo, the former Secretary of State, might return to a foreign policy role, and Kennedy, the environmental activist, could find a spot in health or environmental affairs. The possibility of these figures joining Trump's cabinet remains a subject of debate as the election draws nearer.

In the latest development surrounding Team India’s chances of participating in the Champions Trophy 2025, the BCCI has conveyed to the PCB that India will not travel to Pakistan for the eight-team tournament, citing security reasons.

For the first time in four years, the Republican Party has gained ground in the Senate and established a majority. Watch to know more.

The Federal Reserve on Thursday approved its second consecutive interest rate cut, reducing its benchmark rate by a quarter percentage point (25 basis points) to a target range of 4.

The bells of Notre Dame tolled on Friday for the first time since Paris's beloved cathedral was ravaged by flames in 2019. The famous monument is set to reopen its doors to the public on December 8.

Cuba was left reeling on Thursday after a fierce Category 3 hurricane ripped across the island and knocked out the country’s power grid. Watch this report for more details!

Leaders from across Europe and beyond gathered to discuss the war in Ukraine, immigration and plans for a second Trump presidency.