Elon Musk stood next to the Resolute Desk, took media questions, and underscored his influence on the US president. The Department of Government Efficiency that Musk heads has received a big nod from Trump.

Trump orders US agencies to plan for 'large-scale' staff cuts

US President Donald Trump reportedly said that he has spoken with Russian President Vladimir Putin in an attempt to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine. Watch this report for more details!

Russia-Ukraine war: Trump says Ukraine needs fresh elections 'at some point'

Tulsi Gabbard, appointed as Director of National Intelligence under President Donald Trump, saw her confirmation pass the Senate with a 52-48 vote. The confirmation followed initial Republican skepticism but eventually led to party unity, except for Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, who cast the lone GOP vote against her.

Tulsi Gabbard pledges to 'refocus' American intelligence priorities

Israel is threatening to implement US President Donald Trump's plan to displace Palestinians from the Gaza Strip and potentially launch a new war against Hamas if the group does not release hostages this weekend as agreed upon in the ceasefire deal.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel threatens to launch a new war against Hamas

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (local time) landed in the United States as he began his two-day visit, during which he will meet with US President Donald Trump. After landing, PM Modi posted on X that he is looking forward to meeting Trump and building upon the India-USA Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. Watch in for more details!

PM Modi US visit: PM Modi arrives at Blair House, greets members of Indian diaspora

Austria's Freedom Party has ended coalition talks with the conservatives on forming the country’s first far-right-led government after disagreements. Watch this report for more details!

Austria political crisis: Far-right and conservatives fail to reach consensus.

PM Modi US visit: PM Modi meets newly confirmed US Director of National Intelligence

US: Senate confirms appointment of Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence

India's Supreme Court criticized the practice of announcing freebies before elections, claiming it discourages willingness to work among people. Watch in for more details!

India | People get freebies, why work?; Supreme Court slams pre-election freebies

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (local time) landed in the United States as he began his two-day visit, during which he will meet with US President Donald Trump. After landing, PM Modi posted on X that he is looking forward to meeting Trump and building upon the India-USA Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership.

PM Narendra Modi US visit: Eyes on tariffs & trade ahead of Modi-Trump talks

Artificial intelligence is at the forefront of many of the world's new innovations. . .

But, experts warn of the hidden environmental cost of the technology. . .

A report by the Royal Academy of Engineering says the expansion of AI could lead to

Competition for water and energy in the future. . .

AI’s energy needs challenge sustainability

Sam Altman publicly rejected Elon Musk’s alleged bid for OpenAI, stating that the organization is "not for sale." Altman also commented on Musk’s demeanor, saying he doesn’t think Musk is a happy person. Tensions between the two tech leaders are growing as AI competition heats up.

Musk vs Altman: Altman says 'no thank you' to Musk's bid for OpenAI

Kashmiri girls are making a mark for themselves in every field. From sports to business to art, they have proved their mettle everywhere. Now a Kashmiri teenager Rutba Showkat has achieved a new feat and has been listed in the Guinness book of world records.

Kashmir's Rutba achieves Guinness World Record in origami

Moscow has released an American prisoner following the first known visit by a member of President Donald Trump's administration to Russia. Watch in for more details!

Marc Fogel returns after release from Russia in 'exchange'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron have concluded the Franco-Indian Economic Forum in Paris. At the business forum, the two leaders pledged to strengthen economic cooperation between their countries. President Macron emphasized the importance of building ties to reduce dependency on the US and China.

Earlier at the summit, US Vice President JD Vance warned European allies against over-regulating the AI sector, saying that they will make every effort to encourage pro-growth AI policies. Prime Minister Modi met Vance on the sidelines of the summit. The two leaders discussed how the United States can assist India in diversifying its energy sourcing through investments in American nuclear technology.

PM Modi's France visit: Indian PM, US Vice President discuss diversifying India's energy sourcing

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is visiting Pakistan for a two-day diplomatic tour. He will meet Prime Minister and President Zardari and co-chair the Strategic Cooperation Council meeting. Erdogan’s visit is part of his three-nation Asia tour covering Malaysia, Indonesia, and Pakistan.

Turkish president to arrive in Pakistan today; to co-chair high-level strategic cooperation council

A court has postponed the start of classes for thousands of schools in southern Brazil, as a heatwave threatens temperatures of up to 40 degrees Celsius...

Brazil: 700,000 students affected by heatwave

Drone and timelapse videos from Olney, a suburb in Maryland, showed snow covering streets, houses, and driveways.

According to local media reports, snow falling in the eastern U.S. state of Maryland is expected to start tapering off by Wednesday morning...

Winter storm brings snowfall to Southern Maryland

Bolivia is on alert after intense rains have killed 24 people and left hundreds without homes, with La Paz being the hardest-hit region in the country. The Bolivian Meteorology Service has issued an orange alert from February 7 to 22 to warn of swollen rivers, including the Tipuani...

Bolivia on alert after deadly rains

As night falls on the Atacama Desert in northern Chile four giant telescopes turn their gaze towards the star-strewn heavens. The driest place on Earth is the best place to observe the universe, with darkness offering dazzling spectacles of cosmic wonder...However scientists say, A huge green energy project, part of Chile's plans to become carbon neutral, risks clouding the view...

Atacama skies at risk from green energy push

Turkiye's president Erdogan to be in Islamabad for a two-day visit

Elon Musk made his debut public appearance with Donald Trump at the White House to announce new powers to oversee the US government. Standing behind the Resolute desk in the Oval Office, Musk defended his involvement in the reduction of federal agencies and warned that the United States would go bankrupt without these cuts. Watch in for more details!

Musk defends cost-cutting efforts in Oval Office appearance

China’s lottery industry achieved a major milestone in 2024, surpassing 600 billion yuan in total sales for the first time in its 40-year history. The final figure reached 623. 5 billion yuan, marking a 7. 6% increase from the previous year.

China: Lunar Year lottery boom pushes sales higher

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron have concluded the Franco-Indian Economic Forum in Paris. At the business forum, the two leaders pledged to strengthen economic cooperation between their countries. President Macron emphasized the importance of building ties to reduce dependency on the US and China.

PM Modi's France visit: PM Modi to inaugurate Indian consulate in France's Marseille

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