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May 28 marks World Menstrual Hygiene Day — a global initiative focused on breaking stigma, spreading awareness, and improving menstrual health for women and girls worldwide. With growing awareness and digital health tools, tracking menstrual cycles, symptoms, ovulation, mood changes, and overall reproductive health has become easier and more accessible than ever before. From period tracking apps to smart health insights, technology is helping women better understand their bodies, detect irregularities early, and manage menstrual wellness with confidence.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will expand control to 70% of Gaza amid ceasefire tensions, Hamas accusations, and ongoing strikes

#Gravitas In a major setback for American defence firms, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that Canada plans to buy Swedish manufacturer Saab’s GlobalEye early warning aircraft.

Israeli Ambassador Danny Danon announced a total freeze on relations with the UN chief's office, slamming Israel's inclusion on a sexual violence blacklist.

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has renewed an urgent appeal for advanced U.S. missile and air defense systems as Russian strikes intensify across multiple fronts. Reports suggest Ukraine is heavily dependent on U.S.-supplied Patriot defense systems, while strategists warn that Washington still lacks a clear exit strategy for the ongoing war. With fresh attacks and growing pressure on air defenses, Kyiv is seeking expanded military support from the Trump administration.

India’s lunar mission Chandrayaan-2 has revealed fresh and exciting clues about the presence of water on the Moon. New data suggests that frozen ice reservoirs may exist beneath the lunar surface, especially in permanently shadowed regions. This discovery strengthens the possibility of future lunar habitation and resource use. Scientists believe these findings could reshape how we understand the Moon and its potential for long-term exploration and space missions.

#Gravitas In a major shift in its nuclear policy, the Trump administration wants to take plutonium, once built for nuclear bombs during the Cold War era and hand it over to private companies to turn the plutonium into fuel for nuclear power plants.

At the International Security Forum in Moscow, India's NSA Ajit Doval called on nations to shun "double standards" on terrorism, demanding decisive action against state-sponsored terror networks and urging major global reforms to give the Global South a stronger voice.

There was no immediate confirmation of the report from any side (US or Iran) but the news prompted oil prices to reverse course and trade ​lower.

A striking new laboratory study by the University of Tours reveals that mosquitoes can be trained to associate the smell of DEET with a meal. Discover why scientists say the gold-standard repellent still works—and why it's time to develop eco-friendly alternatives.

The complainant alleged that she started recording the argument on her mobile phone, following which her husband allegedly snatched the device and assaulted her.

Donald Trump wants more Muslim nations including Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and even Iran to normalise ties with Israel under an expanded Abraham Accords framework. But with the Gaza war raging and anger against Israel rising across the Muslim world, can “Abraham Accords 2.0” really succeed? Is this a peace push, a diplomatic diversion, or part of a larger Netanyahu strategy?

Tensions escalated outside the Delany Hall ICE detention facility in New Jersey after protesters clashed with immigration agents during demonstrations over detainee conditions. The unrest follows reports of a hunger strike launched by detainees demanding better treatment and improved living conditions inside the centre. While protesters accused authorities of inhumane practices, the Department of Homeland Security denied the allegations.

Celebrity chef and MasterChef India Season 1 winner Pankaj Bhadouria has revealed that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer. Read to know more.

Huge blow for Brazil as Neymar suffers a Grade 2 calf injury just weeks before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Get the latest recovery timeline and squad updates.

Dry northwesterly winds and the absence of western disturbances in the hills had caused the temperatures to rise in parts of north and northwest India, including Delhi.

A new report by the Center for Strategic and International Studies has raised alarm over the state of U.S. missile stockpiles following the Iran conflict. Analysts warn that key weapons systems, including Patriot and THAAD interceptors, have been heavily depleted and could take years to fully replenish. The report says the war exposed major weaknesses in America’s defence supply chain at a time of growing tensions with China, Russia and ongoing commitments in Ukraine and the Middle East.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned that any further US military strikes will trigger a “more decisive response,” amid escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran. The statement comes as both sides continue to exchange attacks in the Gulf region, including reported strikes near Bandar Abbas and retaliatory actions against US-linked military assets. The warning signals a further intensification of the already fragile ceasefire situation.

A major diplomatic breakthrough may be unfolding in the Middle East after Axios reported that the United States and Iran have reached a preliminary peace framework, though the agreement still awaits final approval from Donald Trump. Iran has not officially confirmed the deal yet. Reports suggest the proposed agreement could include reopening the Strait of Hormuz, easing tensions in the Gulf, and beginning fresh talks over Iran’s nuclear programme. The development comes after weeks of military escalation and rising fears of a wider regional conflict.