WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange begins what could be his last chance to stop his extradition to the US. He has been battling the authorities for more than 13 years in the English courts. Watch this video for all details.

All about Julian Assange as he initiates a last-ditch battle to halt US extradition

In a concerning incident at the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium in Omaha, Nebraska, visitors' thoughtless actions endangered the life of a rare white alligator named Thibodaux.

A rare white alligator had 70 coins in its stomach, tossed by US zoo visitors

The show Israel's Army pressed on Sunday with its campaign in southern Gaza to destroy Hamas as prospects dimmed for a ceasefire. In the more than 4-month old conflict Israel has concentrated its military operations in Khan Younis the hometown of Hamas in Gaza.

Israel-Hamas War | Israel government formally rejects recognition of Palestinian State

The United States has proposed a draft United Nations security Council resolution which calls for a temporary ceasefire in the war and opposes Israel's ground offensive in Rafah. All EU countries except Hungary have called for an immediate humanitarian pause in the war. Watch to know more!

Israel-Hamas war | US, EU warn Israel against Rafah offensive

The INDUS X Conference aims to serve as a platform uniting officials and startups to foster collaboration within the U.S.-India defense corridor. Last year's inaugural conference, held at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington D.C., marked a pivotal moment in bilateral relations, occurring just ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to the United States. The event showcased the participation of 26 startups, highlighting the growing interest and commitment from both nations in nurturing innovative defense solutions.

US-India relations: Atul Keshap talks about how India-US' bilateral relationship is at all-time high

Former US ambassador to Bolivia Victor Emanuel Rocha has pleaded not guilty to allegations of spying for Cuba for four decades in a federal courtroom. In Miami, Florida Rocha waved his right to attend a trial and according to a US attorney, Rocha repeatedly referred to the United States as the enemy.

US: Former US ambassador pleads not guilty to spying for Cuba

A company in the Unites States has allowed its employees to go out at 3pm once or twice a week, in a group of 3 and spend upto $30 each, which will be reimbursed to them. The purpose, they say, is to boost employee interaction for the overall benefit of the company. But many companies across the world have come up with interesting ways to boost employee wellbeing. How important is this and do these quirky methods work for all companies? Find out.

Gravitas: US-based company starts 3-3-3 program for its employees

They say Angels come in all forms for this mother in Florida, it came as a police officer who was at the right spot at the right time. Police body-camera footage shows officers in Florida revive an 18-month-old who had choked on a Goldfish cracker and stopped breathing.

Florida police officer at the right time, right place

Israel-Hamas war: US opposes a major ground offensive by Israel in Rafah

Former US ambassador to Bolivia Victor Manuel Rocha has pleaded not guilty to allegations of spying for Cuba for four decades in a federal courtroom. In Miami, Florida Rocha waved his right to attend a trial and according to a US attorney, Rocha repeatedly referred to the United States as the enemy.

Former US ambassador pleads not guilty to spying for Cuba

The head of the UN refugee agency, warned that Europe may have to deal with a rise in the numbers of Sudanese refugees if a cease-fire agreement isn't signed soon between Sudan's warring sides and relief efforts aren't strengthened.

Sudan's humanitarian crisis deepens, 14 million children need support: UN

The European Union, on Monday (Feb 19) formally launched a naval mission to protect the Red Sea shipping from the Iran-backed Yemen-based Houthi rebels. Meanwhile, the militant group claimed to have targeted “two American ships” in the Gulf of Aden, a day after a missile attack severely damaged a Belize-flagged ship.

EU launches Red Sea mission; Houthis claim to have targeted ‘two American ships’ in Gulf of Aden

Yale University in the United States has issued an apology for its alleged historic association with slavery. As one of America's leading universities Yale says that one of its leading donors not only kept Indian slaves but also traded in the slave business.

Yale University issues apology to India for historically linking the country to slavery

Yale University apologises for historic link to slavery

Recent threats from the US to impose sanctions on financial institutions conducting business with Russia have reverberated through Turkish-Russian trade, causing disruptions and delays in payments for imported oil and Turkish exports, exclusive insights obtained by Reuters indicate.

Turkey-Russia trade suffers as US sanctions loom, insights reveal

A vigil was held on Sunday evening for the three first responders who lost their lives in a domestic abuse incident in the US state of Minnesota. The deceased were transported in an emotional convoy from a hospital in downtown Minneapolis to the Minnetonka medical examiner's office.

US: Thousands gather to pay respects to three officers killed in Minnesota shooting

For years, Wall Street had remained skeptical of the Shale industry’s boom-and-bust cycles. But 2023 saw record oil and gas merger deals, marking a new ‘Big Shale’ era.

US sees $250 bn in oil & gas merger deals in 2023

Former US President Donald Trump commented on the current Supreme Court hearing that could determine his eligibility to run in the Colorado Republican primary. At a news conference on Thursday (February 8), Trump expressed confidence in the arguments presented by his legal team, emphasizing his leading position in polls across various states and the nation and questioning the fairness of potentially disqualifying the most popular candidate from the race.

Mega battle for South Carolina: Haley's last stand in home state | Race To Power

FBI director Christopher Ray speaking at the Munich security conference says that China-backed cyber attacks on US infrastructures are now at an unprecedented level. Just last week Ray revealed that China-based hackers groups have been quietly attacking American infrastructure for half a decade.

US: FBI director warns of Chinese hacking threat

Donald Trump has launched his own sneaker brand, a day after a New York judge ordered him to pay $354.9m in penalties for fraudulently overstating his net worth to dupe lenders.

Trump unveils sneaker line a day after $350m court ruling

The American presidential elections: A group of top Congressional leaders recommended that Republican candidate Nikki Haley should receive security from the US Secret Service. The former governor of South Carolina claims to have received an increasing number of threats during a presidential campaign. Watch to know more!

US Elections 2024: Republican candidate Nikki Haley seeks protection from US secret service

Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon received a big pay hike in 2023, even as the company's profit fell by over 20% last year. Solomon earned $31 million in 2023, up 24% from $25 million in 2022.

Decoding Bankers' pay packages

A new report by Teamlease Edtech is good news for freshers looking for a job. The report states that the intent to hire freshers has risen for the first half of 2024. The report tells you what that means for India's freshers.

Decoded: How freshers can ace the job market

How freshers can ace the job market

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