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A US appeals court temporarily paused a ruling that blocked President Donald Trump’s 10-percent global tariffs, allowing the duties to remain in place during the appeal process. The Trump administration argued refunds would be difficult to recover if higher courts later upheld the tariffs.

Women over 40 years of age say that participating in EDM music events relieves the stress of their daily lives. However, they admit that it does not come without problems linked to ageism and the prejudice against women of a certain age.

A two-seater training aircraft of Redbird Flight Training Organisation crashed in Maharashtra’s Baramati after a hard landing near Gojubavi village. The trainee pilot ejected safely. The incident comes months after Ajit Pawar died in a fatal plane crash at Baramati Airport.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit China with President Trump despite sanctions, after Beijing reportedly bypassed entry bans by subtly altering the Chinese transliteration of his surname.

The higher import duties on gold and other precious metals could lead to lower demand of the metal in the world’s second-largest consumer. This could help stabalise the ruppe that has been performing poorly over the last few months.

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is preparing to prove its majority in the Tamil Nadu Assembly amid rising political tensions in the state. The high-stakes floor test is being closely watched as party leaders rally support and opposition parties intensify their attacks.

Actor-turned-politician Joseph Vijay became Tamil Nadu CM after TVK secured support from allies and AIADMK rebels. Though he has the magic numbers on paper, he has to prove the numbers in a crucial floor test today. More than the TVK chief, it is a test for AIADMK

Actor Dileep Raj is no more. Known for his work in movies and television show, he has passed away after suffering a massive heart attack.

The Cannes Film Festival is here, and so are the stars, though only a few from Hollywood. During the packed ceremony, The Lord of the Rings creator Peter Jackson was honoured, along with Jane Fonda, actress Demi Moore and others. Scroll to have a look at what happened on Day 1.

The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints, handling nearly 20% of global oil and energy trade. Rising tensions in the region have renewed fears over disruptions to global supply chains, oil prices, and international shipping routes. As concerns grow over security in the Gulf, the Hormuz crisis is drawing worldwide attention due to its massive impact on global energy markets and economic stability.

India’s defence capabilities have received a major boost after DRDO successfully tested three major defence technologies within just 72 hours. The rapid series of tests signals India’s accelerating push toward advanced indigenous military systems and strategic preparedness.

China’s economy continues to gain momentum through strong manufacturing exports, while the International Monetary Fund has lowered its growth outlook for the United States amid ongoing tariff pressures and trade uncertainty. The contrasting economic trends highlight shifting global market dynamics as Beijing strengthens export-driven growth and Washington faces concerns over inflation, trade policy, and slowing economic expansion.

Bangladesh pacer Nahid Rana dismissed four of the final five wickets as Pakistan collapsed from 152/5 to 163 all-out in a manner only Pakistan can collapse as lost first Test by 104 runs.

Alia Bhatt met F1 star Carlos Sainz Jr at Cannes Film Festival 2026, and the internet can't keep calm due to this unexpected crossover between Bollywood and Formula One. Read on to know more.

TikTok is seeking to overturn its European Union “gatekeeper” designation as the platform pushes back against strict EU Big Tech regulations under the Digital Markets Act. The company argues that the designation unfairly subjects it to tougher rules designed for dominant tech giants. The legal challenge highlights growing tensions between global technology firms and European regulators over competition, privacy, and digital market control.

Donald Trump’s proposed “Golden Dome” missile defense shield could carry a staggering price tag of $1.2 trillion, according to new estimates, while the U.S. Congress has approved only $24 billion so far for the ambitious project. The defense initiative, aimed at strengthening America’s missile interception capabilities, has sparked debate over military spending, national security priorities, and long-term feasibility.

As U.S. President Donald Trump prepares for his high-profile summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, reports indicate that the U.S. First Lady will not accompany him on the trip. The visit, focused on trade, diplomacy, and rising global tensions, marks a significant moment in U.S.-China relations.

Paul Laverty, who wrote two films that won Cannes' top prize, was cheered as he lambasted the studios and praised the French festival for using an image of Sarandon in "Thelma and Louise" for its poster this year.

Trump defended Pakistan’s role in mediating with Iran despite Senator Lindsey Graham saying he “doesn’t trust Pakistan.” Graham cited reports alleging Iranian aircraft were parked at Pakistani airbases, while Trump praised PM Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir.