Ukraine Peace Talks: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio lauded the progress made during recent Ukraine peace talks in Geneva, calling the meetings “the most productive and meaningful” so far. Both U.S. and Ukrainian officials described the discussions as constructive, with significant steps taken to refine a 28-point peace proposal aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The talks included revisions addressing Ukraine’s sovereignty and security concerns, although final agreement depends on Russian consent and further negotiations.


Ukraine Peace Talks: Rubio praises ‘tremendous progress’ at Ukraine peace negotiations 

Sheikh Hasina: Bangladesh’s interim government has formally sent a third extradition request to India, demanding the return of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina following her death sentence by the International Crimes Tribunal for crimes against humanity linked to a violent crackdown on protests. Hasina, currently in hiding in India since her government was toppled in 2024, has become a focal point in strained India-Bangladesh relations amid ongoing diplomatic pressure.

 Sheikh Hasina: Bangladesh formally asks India to extradite Sheikh Hasina after death sentence 

The COP30 climate summit fails to secure new pledges to cut fossil fuels after running over time for more than 18 hours.

Cop30 Summit: Cop30 in Brazil Fails to Secure New Pledges to Cut Fossil Fuels 

The COP30 climate summit fails to secure new pledges to cut fossil fuels after running over time for more than 18 hours.


Cop30 Summit: Cop30 in Brazil Fails to Secure New Pledges to Cut Fossil Fuels

A new report reveals that Israel used recently developed cluster munitions in its strikes on southern Lebanon.

New Report Flags New Israeli Cluster Munitions Used in Lebanon Strikes 

The UK COVID-19 Inquiry has concluded that thousands of lives, including an estimated 23,000 in England alone during the first wave, could have been saved if the government had imposed lockdown measures just one week earlier in March 2020. The report critiques the “too little, too late” response, highlighting delays in restricting social interactions and the failure to fully prepare for the pandemic’s scale.


COVID Inquiry: 23,000 Lives Could Have Been Saved with Earlier Lockdown

An early winter blast has swept across Europe, prompting weather authorities to issue fresh snow and ice warnings. The UK Met Office has issued an amber snow warning for northern England, with yellow ice warnings covering large parts of Wales, northern and central England, and southern Scotland. 

Winter Hits Early Across Europe; Met Office Issues New Snow and Ice Warnings

Brazilian artivist Mundano partnered with Greenpeace to create a powerful art installation at COP30 in Belem, Brazil, using ashes collected from burned Amazon forest lands. The installation featured the message “COP30: Rise for Forests” written with transparent ink revealed by the ashes. Mundano’s technique involves transforming residues from environmental disasters—such as forest fire ashes, toxic mud, and oil spills—into paint, turning traces of destruction into visual calls for environmental justice.

Brazilian Artist Mundano Uses Ashes from Forest Fires to Call for Urgent Climate Action 

COP30: The COP30 climate summit in Belem, Brazil, was temporarily disrupted by a fire that broke out in the Blue Zone pavilion, where delegates, journalists, and activists were gathered for negotiations and events. The fire, suspected to have been caused by a generator malfunction or electrical short circuit, prompted the evacuation of thousands of attendees, including negotiators and media personnel. 


COP30 Summit Disrupted by Fire, Thousands Evacuated in Belem 

The surrealist self-portrait "El sueño (La cama)" ("The Dream (The Bed)"), painted by Frida Kahlo in 1940, sold for a staggering $54.7 million at Sotheby’s auction in New York, setting a new record for the highest price ever paid for a painting by a female artist.


Frida Kahlo’s "The Dream" Sets Record, Sold for $54.7 Million 

Trump vs Democrats: President Donald Trump sharply criticized a video released by six Democratic lawmakers with military and intelligence backgrounds urging service members to refuse illegal orders. On his platform Truth Social, Trump called the video “seditious behavior” and suggested such actions are “punishable by death,” sparking outrage and condemnation from Democratic leaders.  


Trump Labels Democrats’ Military Video ‘Seditious Behavior, Punishable by Death’ 

COP30: A fire erupted on November 20, 2025, at the COP30 climate summit venue in Belem, Brazil, forcing the evacuation of thousands of delegates, journalists, and activists from the Blue Zone pavilion, where negotiations and media activities were taking place.  


COP30 Summit Disrupted by Fire, Thousands Evacuated in Belem

India has one of the largest food security programs in the world. Recently the government removed 2.25 crore ineligible beneficiaries from the free ration list. The aim was to ensure that only deserving candidates are eligible for the program. But what impact does this have on the exchequer?


India’s Free Ration Scheme Gets Major Overhaul in 2025

With great power comes great responsibility. And artificial intelligence is no exception. As usage and trust in ai models grow, ensuring their accuracy is critical. Yet, research shows that some models produce incorrect statements in more than one-third of responses. We decode how that has become a growing concern in this next report.

Are AI Models Becoming Overconfident? New Research Raises Concerns

Wednesday marked the beginning of a new phase in the big crypto meltdown of 2025. Bitcoin has now extended that crash to hit its lowest level in over seven months to crash below 87,000 dollars. In the current bear run. Over 1.3 trillion dollars have been wiped out from the crypto markets' value.


Bitcoin Crashes to Seven-Month Low, $1 Trillion Wiped from Crypto Market

COP30: A fire broke out on Thursday afternoon at the COP30 climate summit venue in Belem, Brazil, forcing the evacuation of delegates, journalists, and activists. The blaze started in the Blue Zone pavilion, a critical area reserved for negotiators and media, and was brought under control within six minutes. 


COP30: Fire Erupts at COP30 Pavilion in Belem, Brazil; Delegates Evacuated

G20 South Africa 2025: Tensions flared between the U.S. and South Africa ahead of the G20 summit in Johannesburg as the White House denied President Cyril Ramaphosa’s statement that the U.S. had reversed its decision to boycott the event. Ramaphosa claimed Washington signaled a last-minute change of mind to attend, but the White House dismissed this as "fake news."


G20 SA 2025: White House Denies Ramaphosa’s Claim on U.S. Change of Mind for G20

Britain is facing significant vulnerabilities in its homeland missile defence as gaps in capabilities persist amid an evolving threat landscape, especially from Russian cruise and ballistic missile forces. 

Britain’s Homeland Vulnerable: Missile Defence Gaps Exposed 

U.S. sanctions targeting major Russian oil companies, including Rosneft and Lukoil, have led to a significant decline in Russian crude oil exports. According to Kpler data, global flows of Russian oil have plunged sharply, with weekly export revenues falling to their lowest levels since early 2023.


U.S. Sanctions Choke Russian Global Oil Supply, Flows Plunge

Remote Sensing Revolution: A new study analyzing seven decades of academic publishing reveals a dramatic shift in global leadership in remote sensing research, a critical technology underpinning autonomous vehicles, climate modeling, and defense systems. 

Remote Sensing Revolution: China Surpasses U.S. in Scientific Output

Trump vs Democrats: President Donald Trump has escalated tensions by threatening Democratic lawmakers with sedition charges after they released a video urging members of the U.S. military and intelligence community to refuse illegal orders. Trump described the Democrats' actions as "seditious behavior" and claimed they are "punishable by death," calling for their arrest and trial. 


Trump vs Democrats: President Donald Trump recently threatened several Democratic lawmakers with sedition charges, calling their actions "punishable by death" after they released a video urging members of the U.S. military and intelligence community to refuse illegal orders. 


Trump vs Democrats: Trump Threatens Democrats with Sedition Charges Over Military Video 

Trump-Mamdani: After months of contentious exchanges, President Donald Trump is set to meet New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani at the White House. Trump has frequently labeled Mamdani a communist and threatened to cut federal funding to New York, but softened his rhetoric following Mamdani's decisive victory. 


Trump-Mamdani: Trump to Meet ‘Communist’ Mamdani After Historic NYC Win

A major manga exhibition titled "Manga. An Art of Its Own!" opened at the Musée Guimet in Paris on November 19, 2025, running until March 9, 2026. It offers an extraordinary journey through the history and evolution of Japanese manga, tracing its roots from traditional Japanese art forms to contemporary comics, films, and games. The exhibit features rare original plates, ancient narrative scrolls, theatrical masks, and famous modern manga like "Dragon Ball," "One Piece," and "Naruto."

Discover the Journey of Manga: From Ancient Scrolls to "Dragon Ball" at Paris Exhibit

Trump-Mamdani: President Donald Trump will meet New York City’s mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani this Friday at the White House. This marks their first face-to-face encounter following a contentious mayoral election during which Trump labeled Mamdani a “communist.” 


Trump-Mamdani: Trump to Meet ‘Communist’ Mamdani After Historic NYC Win 

Thousands of people took to the streets across Mexico in November 2025 to protest rising crime, corruption, and impunity. The movement was largely driven by a youth group called Generación Z México﻿, demanding government accountability and reforms including electoral recall mechanisms and judicial independence.

Mexico City Sees Large-Scale Protests﻿ Against Crime and Corruption 

A powerful explosion has rocked four villages in southern Lebanon, causing panic among residents and prompting emergency response teams to rush to the affected areas. While details about casualties and the cause are still emerging, authorities are investigating the incident. The blast underscores ongoing security and safety concerns in the region, heightening fears of further accidents or attacks.

Israel-Lebanon Conflict: Powerful Explosion Rocks Four Villages in Southern Lebanon 

At the AI Journey 2025 Forum in Moscow, Sberbank, Russia’s largest bank, introduced its latest AI-powered humanoid robot named "Green." The robot, boasting over 60 motors and advanced sensors, performed a dance routine for President Vladimir Putin, who attended the event amid heightened security. Green introduced itself as the first Russian humanoid robot with embodied artificial intelligence, representing a physical embodiment of Russia’s growing technological capabilities in AI and robotics.

Sberbank Unveils 'Green' Humanoid Robot in Moscow, Dances for Putin 

The Miss Universe pageant held in Thailand has come under scrutiny amid allegations of rigging and irregularities, igniting widespread debate and controversy. Sources claim that the outcome faced manipulation, casting doubts over the fairness and transparency of the event. Participants and fans have expressed disappointment, and organizers are facing calls for an independent investigation. 


Miss Universe Controversy: Pageant Faces Crisis Over Rigging Claims 

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Chennai and adjacent districts in Tamil Nadu, warning residents of continuing heavy rainfall in the coming days. Several areas have already experienced waterlogging due to intense downpours, impacting daily life and traffic. Authorities have advised caution and preparedness as localized flooding may worsen with sustained rainfall. 


Tamil Nadu Braces for More Rainfall:  IMD Issues Yellow Alert for Chennai 

Lorenzo Bertelli, heir to the Prada fashion empire, has been appointed as the Executive Chairman of Versace. Bertelli, known for his business acumen and roles in expanding Prada's brand, will now steer Versace’s strategic growth and global operations.


Prada Heir Lorenzo Bertelli Named Versace Executive Chairman

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Ukraine Peace Talks: Rubio praises ‘tremendous progress’ at Ukraine peace negotiations

Sheikh Hasina: Bangladesh formally asks India to extradite Sheikh Hasina after death sentence

Cop30 Summit: Cop30 in Brazil Fails to Secure New Pledges to Cut Fossil Fuels

Cop30 Summit: Cop30 in Brazil Fails to Secure New Pledges to Cut Fossil Fuels

New Report Flags New Israeli Cluster Munitions Used in Lebanon Strikes

COVID Inquiry: 23,000 Lives Could Have Been Saved with Earlier Lockdown

Winter Hits Early Across Europe; Met Office Issues New Snow and Ice Warnings

Brazilian Artist Mundano Uses Ashes from Forest Fires to Call for Urgent Climate Action

COP30 Summit Disrupted by Fire, Thousands Evacuated in Belem

Frida Kahlo’s "The Dream" Sets Record, Sold for $54.7 Million

Trump Labels Democrats’ Military Video ‘Seditious Behavior, Punishable by Death’

COP30 Summit Disrupted by Fire, Thousands Evacuated in Belem

India’s Free Ration Scheme Gets Major Overhaul in 2025

Are AI Models Becoming Overconfident? New Research Raises Concerns

Bitcoin Crashes to Seven-Month Low, $1 Trillion Wiped from Crypto Market

COP30: Fire Erupts at COP30 Pavilion in Belem, Brazil; Delegates Evacuated

G20 SA 2025: White House Denies Ramaphosa’s Claim on U.S. Change of Mind for G20

Britain’s Homeland Vulnerable: Missile Defence Gaps Exposed

U.S. Sanctions Choke Russian Global Oil Supply, Flows Plunge

Remote Sensing Revolution: China Surpasses U.S. in Scientific Output

Trump Labels Democrats’ Military Video ‘Seditious Behavior, Punishable by Death’

Trump vs Democrats: Trump Threatens Democrats with Sedition Charges Over Military Video

Trump-Mamdani: Trump to Meet ‘Communist’ Mamdani After Historic NYC Win

Discover the Journey of Manga: From Ancient Scrolls to "Dragon Ball" at Paris Exhibit

Trump-Mamdani: Trump to Meet ‘Communist’ Mamdani After Historic NYC Win

Mexico City Sees Large-Scale Protests Against Crime and Corruption

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Ukraine Peace Talks: Rubio praises ‘tremendous progress’ at Ukraine peace negotiations

Sheikh Hasina: Bangladesh formally asks India to extradite Sheikh Hasina after death sentence

Cop30 Summit: Cop30 in Brazil Fails to Secure New Pledges to Cut Fossil Fuels

Cop30 Summit: Cop30 in Brazil Fails to Secure New Pledges to Cut Fossil Fuels

New Report Flags New Israeli Cluster Munitions Used in Lebanon Strikes

COVID Inquiry: 23,000 Lives Could Have Been Saved with Earlier Lockdown

Winter Hits Early Across Europe; Met Office Issues New Snow and Ice Warnings

Brazilian Artist Mundano Uses Ashes from Forest Fires to Call for Urgent Climate Action

COP30 Summit Disrupted by Fire, Thousands Evacuated in Belem

Frida Kahlo’s "The Dream" Sets Record, Sold for $54.7 Million

Trump Labels Democrats’ Military Video ‘Seditious Behavior, Punishable by Death’

COP30 Summit Disrupted by Fire, Thousands Evacuated in Belem

India’s Free Ration Scheme Gets Major Overhaul in 2025

Are AI Models Becoming Overconfident? New Research Raises Concerns

Bitcoin Crashes to Seven-Month Low, $1 Trillion Wiped from Crypto Market

COP30: Fire Erupts at COP30 Pavilion in Belem, Brazil; Delegates Evacuated

G20 SA 2025: White House Denies Ramaphosa’s Claim on U.S. Change of Mind for G20

Britain’s Homeland Vulnerable: Missile Defence Gaps Exposed

U.S. Sanctions Choke Russian Global Oil Supply, Flows Plunge

Remote Sensing Revolution: China Surpasses U.S. in Scientific Output

Trump Labels Democrats’ Military Video ‘Seditious Behavior, Punishable by Death’

Trump vs Democrats: Trump Threatens Democrats with Sedition Charges Over Military Video

Trump-Mamdani: Trump to Meet ‘Communist’ Mamdani After Historic NYC Win

Discover the Journey of Manga: From Ancient Scrolls to "Dragon Ball" at Paris Exhibit

Trump-Mamdani: Trump to Meet ‘Communist’ Mamdani After Historic NYC Win

Mexico City Sees Large-Scale Protests﻿ Against Crime and Corruption

Mexico City Sees Large-Scale Protests Against Crime and Corruption