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RCB, chasing 193, rode high on Virat Kohli's unbeaten 105 off 60 balls and reached the target in 19.1 overs to beat KKR by six wickets in IPL 2026 on Wednesday (May 13). The win propelled RCB to top of table with 16 points while KKR slid to eighth with nine points.

US President Donald Trump met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing for a high-stakes summit focused on trade, rare earth minerals, Taiwan, AI, EVs and the Iran war, amid rising US-China tensions and global economic uncertainty.

U.S. President Donald Trump’s planned visit to Beijing for a high-stakes summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping was originally scheduled for March but was delayed by about a month due to the ongoing Iran war, according to official statements.

Tara Sutaria made one of the most anticipated debuts at the Cannes Film Festival this year. Her debut look has showcased vintage glamour blended with modern elegance.

Denise Powell wins Nebraska’s 2nd District Democratic primary, setting up a major House showdown in the state’s influential 'blue dot' district

PSG have now won a record 14 French titles overall with 12 of them coming in the last 14 years, a period in which they have been transformed under Qatari ownership.

U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set for high-stakes talks in Beijing, with critical issues on the table including tariffs, technology competition, Taiwan tensions, and the ongoing Iran conflict. The summit comes amid rising geopolitical pressure and is expected to shape global trade, security, and power dynamics between the two superpowers.

Fresh reports suggest Iran has managed to restore parts of its missile infrastructure near the Strait of Hormuz despite sustained US and Israeli strikes during the conflict. Intelligence assessments indicate that key missile capabilities may have survived the attacks, raising new questions about the long-term effectiveness of the military campaign.

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set for a high-stakes summit in Beijing on Thursday (May 14), with Iran, trade tensions and Taiwan expected to dominate talks. All LIVE updates HERE.

In Paraguay, Beethoven’s iconic “Ode to Joy” takes on a powerful new cultural dimension as it resonates in the Guarani language, blending classical European music with indigenous South American heritage.

US officials claim Chinese companies discussed secret arms sales to Iran through third countries as Trump visits Beijing for talks with Xi Jinping

The UAE rejects claims that Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu made a secret visit to Abu Dhabi during the Iran conflict, despite reports of military coordination

Vice President JD Vance says US negotiators are making progress in Iran peace talks while insisting Tehran must never obtain nuclear weapons

The State Opening of Parliament for 2026 took place today, but the ceremony is marked by several unusual practices that included hostages, slamming doors and royal carriages.

A “Feel the Jail” programme at Hyderabad’s Chanchalguda jail allows ordinary citizens to live in prison cells, eat jail-style food and experience incarceration. The initiative is aimed at promoting prison reform and rehabilitation efforts.

A 'Made in Pakistan' fan discovered during repairs at a Kushinagar madrasa triggered a police inquiry in Uttar Pradesh. Investigation revealed the fan was legally shipped from Saudi Arabia by an Indian worker.

The South Carolina Supreme Court has overturned Alex Murdaugh’s murder convictions and ordered a new trial, citing improper influence by Clerk Becky Hill.

The US Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chair amid inflation challenges, Trump pressure on interest rates, and concerns over Fed independence

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar hailed the steady and sustained growth in India's and Russia’s bilateral partnership and said that the economic and energy dimensions have become more pronounced in the past few years.