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KKR keep their slim IPL 2026 playoff hopes alive with a thrilling 4-wicket win over MI at Eden Gardens, thanks to crucial knocks from Manish Pandey and Rovman Powell.

Global oil prices fell more than 5% on Wednesday while stocks surged, as the S&P 500 broke a three-day losing streak. The S&P 500 rose 0.9% as of 11.37 am. New York time, while the Nasdaq 100 rose 1.5%. The advance in Treasuries sent long-term yields down from the highest since 2007.

At the recent trailer launch event of Peddi, Ram Charan spoke warmly about Divyenndu and praised the actor’s unique screen presence and charisma.

Pakistan has officially transferred Iran's newly revised 14-point peace proposal to the US in a bid to rescue a fragile West Asia ceasefire. While Tehran’s draft focuses on ending hostilities and securing sanctions relief.

The US Justice Department has indicted former Cuban president Raúl Castro over the 1996 shootdown of civilian planes that killed four Americans. The case revives decades-old allegations involving Cuba’s military leadership, FBI investigations, and charges of conspiracy to kill US citizens

Saif Ali Khan and cricket legend Ian Botham revisited fond memories of Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, spoke all things cricket and even took a picture with a portrait of Saif’s great-great-great grandfather, Dwarkanath Tagore.

Bernardo Silva reflects on his legendary nine-year Man City career, Pep Guardiola's massive impact, and why it's time for the new generation to lead.

Italian PM Giorgia Meloni wowed audiences by using the Hindi phrase 'Parishram hi safalta ki kunji hai' during PM Modi's historic 2026 bilateral visit to Rome.

While Bollywood is celebrating massive box office hits like Dhurandhar: The Revenge and Chaava, the off-camera ecosystem is in a severe financial slump. A survey of entertainment industry workers reveals that crew members have seen their incomes drop by 60%.

Russian President Vladimir Putin concluded a successful tour of China with both countries signing 40 agreements. During the talks, Chinese President Xi Jinping stressed that both countries must oppose all acts of unilateral bullying. This was seen as an indirect attack on U.S. President Donald Trump. Both nations also slammed U.S. over the Iran war.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Visit to Rome With Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni Focused on Strengthening India–Italy Relations Across Trade, Technology, Energy and Security. The Leaders Also Reaffirmed Support for the India–Middle East–europe Economic Corridor (Imec), a Major Global Connectivity Project First Announced at the 2023 G20 Summit. The Visit Also Gained Wide Attention Online After the Viral “Melody Toffee” Moment Between the Two Leaders.

Lithuania has lifted its security alert after suspected drones approaching from Belarus triggered heightened vigilance along the border. Authorities closely monitored the situation amid growing concerns over airspace violations and regional security risks in Eastern Europe.

Poland has clarified that the deployment of US troops has been delayed, not cancelled, amid ongoing security coordination within NATO. The development comes as Eastern European nations continue to strengthen their defense posture in response to regional tensions.

Five-time Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo is all set to appear at a record sixth FIFA World Cup after he was included in the 27-man Portugal squad for next month's showpiece in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Ronaldo has never won the FIFA World Cup.

Poland has clarified that the deployment of US troops has been delayed, not cancelled, amid ongoing security coordination within NATO. The development comes as Eastern European nations continue to strengthen their defense posture in response to regional tensions.

The Select Committee on China in the U.S. House of Representatives released a report linking Beijing to scam compounds. It blamed Chinese governance and enforcement patterns for enabling growth of these criminal networks. According to the report, Americans lose $10 billion every because of these scam compounds.

The Supreme Court dismissed a PIL against the 2027 caste census, ruling that the government must know the number of backward classes to frame welfare policies.

The United Kingdom has adjusted its sanctions policy to allow diesel and jet fuel derived from russian crude oil to enter the UK, provided it is refined in third countries. The move comes amid concerns over global fuel shortages, rising energy prices and supply disruptions. It also highlights how complex global oil trade routes can affect the effectiveness of sanctions on Russia.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to begin a four-day visit to India starting May 23, highlighting the growing strategic partnership between Washington and New Delhi. Discussions are expected to focus on defence cooperation, Indo-Pacific security, trade, technology and regional geopolitical developments.