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US President Joe Biden and his UK counterpart Kier Starmer have expressed fear that Russia is sharing with Iran secret information and technology that could bring it closer to being able to build nuclear weapons in exchange for ballistic missiles. Biden and Starmer discussed the issue during their meeting in Washington on September 13.

The Israeli military said a missile fired from Yemen crossed into central Israel on Sunday and "fell in an open area". The army said in a statement that "a surface-to-surface missile was identified crossing into central Israel from the East and fell in an open area.

The Israel Defense Forces announced on Friday that troops operating in Gaza had recovered the bodies of two soldiers and one civilian hostage who were taken captive by Hamas terrorists on October 7. The military also announced the deaths of three more soldiers as heavy fighting continued in the Strip.

Now, we look at what to expect in the week ahead. The Federal Reserve's meeting takes the centre stage. Hotter-than-expected U.S. Inflation data has shifted the dial towards a smaller 25 basis point rate cut from the FED. Wall Street traders, though, are still betting for a bigger 50 basisi point trigger. Take a look at this next report for more...

China's economy lost momentum in August as activity cooled across the board, pointing to mounting risks to achieving the government's annual growth target. The recession in the housing sector is weighing on the broader economy.

Malaysia's health ministry has unveiled plans to introduce a new tax on sugar-sweetened beverages as part of the upcoming budget. This tax, known as the SSB tax, builds on the previous increase from 40 sen to 50 sen per litre implemented in budget 2024. The initial hike successfully contributed to a 9.25% reduction in sugary drink consumption nationwide, underscoring the effectiveness of fiscal measures in influencing public health behavior.

In a significant breakthrough, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested two individuals in connection with the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata. Among those arrested are Sandip Ghosh, former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, and Abhijit Mondal, the Station House Officer (SHO) of Tala Police Station.

Australia opener Travis Head says India is not his favourite opponent to play against. It is to be noted that Head hit centuries in both WTC Final 2023 and ODI World Cup 2023 to help Australia win both the ICC titles against India.

If you plan to move your savings to a bank account out of the UK, think again. The UK's Labour government may be mulling to impose an exit tax on Wealthy investors who decide to move their funds out of the country.

According to a media source on Saturday, the Pakistani government is planning to introduce a comprehensive judicial reform package in Parliament, amid rumors about legislation to expand the retirement age of superior court judges. Watch to know more.

The Israel Defense Forces announced on Friday that troops operating in Gaza had recovered the bodies of two soldiers and one civilian hostage who were taken captive by Hamas terrorists on October 7. The military also announced the deaths of three more soldiers as heavy fighting continued in the Strip.

The Russia-Ukraine war rages on. In the latest news from the conflict, at least 30 people were injured when a Russian guided bomb hit a high-rise residential building in Ukraine's Kharkiv on Sunday (Sept 15).

Ajax fans, angry over some of the fixtures being postponed due to police strikes, set off flares, attacked buildings, and clashed with officers Sunday in Amsterdam after a demonstration.

At least 30 people were injured when a Russian guided bomb hit a high-rise residential building in Ukraine's Kharkiv on Sunday (Sept 15). In a post on Telegram, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that there was fire and rubble between the 9th and 12th floors of the building.

The US president will meet Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky at the UN General Assembly this month. Watch to know more.

Actor-producer Sohum Shah's Tumbbad made a stellar return to theatres, earning a net box office collection of Rs 1.65 crore on the first day of its re-release, nearly three times its original opening six years ago.

All flights at Shanghai's two airports will be canceled from 8 p.m. local time (1200 GMT) on Sunday, officials said as the Chinese megacity braced for strong winds and heavy rain with powerful Typhoon Bebinca drawing near.

Historical epic "Shogun" -- a tale of warring dynasties in feudal Japan -- could make history on Sunday at the Emmys, television's equivalent of the Oscars. The FX series is hotly tipped to become the first ever non-English-language winner of the award for best drama -- the most prestigious prize at the gala honoring the best on the small screen.

Venezuela on Saturday arrested three United States citizens, two Spaniards and a Czech national over their alleged participation in a U.S.-sponsored plot to kill President Nicolás Maduro and several members of his government.