Former US swimmer Gary Hall Jr received replicas of his 10 Olympic medals that he won across three Games. His original medals were tragically destroyed in the Los Angeles wildfires. The medals were presented to him by outgoing International Olympic Committee President.

Gary Hall Jr receives replicas of his 10 medals lost in LA fires

In a significant move to strengthen trade ties with the United States,
India has reportedly proposed a "zero-for-zero" tariff offer on select American imports, including steel, auto components, and pharmaceuticals. Watch in for more details!

India offers tariff cut in US trade talks

Loss in tax revenue could mean increase in budget deficit
IRS downsizing due to DOGE's plan to cut the workforce
Departure of auditors could result in deeper revenue losses
IRS faces Tax Day with staff cuts raising cheating concerns

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in the U.S. has lost 31 percent of its auditors due to buyouts and layoffs associated with Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
This will make it harder for the agency to pursue tax evaders.

US DOGE hits IRS' auditors

Private equity is booking big returns in travel—
and not just on five-star getaways. From luxury hotels to budget tours, investors are moving fast to cash in on the sector’s post-pandemic revival.
But what’s driving the surge, and where’s the money really going?
That's what this next report decodes.

Tourism gets a private equity boost

As Donald Trump floats the idea of a 100% tariff on foreign entertainment, fans of international content may be forced into a real-life cliffhanger.

Foreign shows face 'tariff' tension

Taiwan's markets got a jolt as the country's currency surged the most since the 1980s in a two-day wild rally. While the dollar's fall was also attributed to the Taiwanese currency gains, speculation that officials would allow the domestic currency to appreciate to get a trade deal with the U.S. was the bigger reason.

Taiwan's currency surges most since 1980s

Asian markets fell on Tuesday to mirror U.S. stock fall overnight. Wall Street stocks halted a historic winning run on Monday. Investors are worried about the effects of President Trump's trade war on companies' bottom lines and the economy. Watch in for more details!

Wall Street stocks fall after historic run

The Met Gala 2025 saw a stunning display of Indian fashion and culture, with Bollywood stars Shah Rukh Khan, Kiara Advani, and Diljit Dosanjh making a grand impact on the global stage. From regal turbans to symbolic motherhood fashion, India's celebrities brought their A-game to the Met Gala carpet.

Met Gala 2025: Diljit Dosanjh brings regal vibe to Met Gala carpet

Crude oil prices experienced a significant decline, falling below $60 per barrel briefly -- this was following OPEC+'s announcement to increase production by 411,000 barrels per day starting in June. This move comes after a similar increase in May and has raised concerns about a potential oversupply in the market.

Brent trades around $60 after OPEC decision

Crude oil dips below $60 amid OPEC+ move

The United Nations security council held closed door consultations amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan over the terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people. UN Secretary general Antonio Guterres urged the countries to exercise maximum restraint to avoid further deterioration of geopolitical stability. Watch in for more details!

Pahalgam attack: UN chief asks India, Pak to step back, says, 'Military solution is no solution'

Mining in Peru's northern district of Pataz will remain suspended for 30 days after 13 gold mine workers in the area were kidnapped and killed by illegal miners. Watch in for more details!

Peru's president imposes nighttime curfew in Pataz district

Rio de Janeiro's iconic Christ the Redeemer statue lit up in honor of the late Pope Francis, a symbolic farewell from one of the world's most Catholic nations. The touching gesture comes as millions mourn the passing of a spiritual leader whose legacy spanned continents and generations. Watch in for more details!

Rio honours Pope Francis; statue projects late pope's messages of peace

US military personnel have reinforced barbed fire fencing along the border with Mexico and this comes as Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum reiterated her rejection of her US counterpart Donald Trump's offer to send troops to combat drug trafficking.

US President Trump criticises Sheinbaum for rejecting offer to send US troops

A Liverpool star trend Alexander Arnold has confirmed that he will leave the Premier League champions at the end of the season. Watch in for more details!

Trent Alexander-Arnold to leave Liverpool in the summer

A day after the Houthi rebels fired a missile at Israel's Ben Gurion Airport International Airport, Israel hit back at the rebel group with air strikes in the Yemeni province of Hodeidah.

Israel-Houthi conflict: Israeli strikes reported in Yemen's Hodeida

Israel's aura of invincibility was shattered in a dramatic fashion when a Houthi ballistic missile fired from Yemen tore through the most sophisticated missile defense shield in West Asia. Watch in for more details!

Houthis humiliate Israel: Missile evades all defences

The European Union has been put on high alert due to concerns over a potential mutation of bird flu in pigs, which could lead to a deadly virus. Experts warn that pigs could become a "laboratory" for the virus to mutate and spread, posing a significant risk to human health.

EU raises alarm over bird flu mutation risk in pigs

The US and Philippines routinely conduct annual combat drills amid rising tensions with China. During the annual Balikatan exercises the warships from both countries glide in formation with the aim to enhance interoperability and demonstrate the strength of the two alliances but this time around before the mock assault drill could even start between the US and Philippines a warship unexpectedly sank before it could be sunk as part of the planned exercise.

World War II ship sinks before mock drills

In a bid to enhance transparency in the judiciary the Supreme Court of India has uploaded the full process of appointing judges to both the high courts and the Supreme Court on its website.

India: Supreme Court publishes full details of judicial appointments

Pakistan is playing with fire days after the terror attack in Kashmir left 26 dead islamabad is flexing its military muscle now and they're doing that with missile tests and rhetoric to mask its fatal vulnerabilities.

Why Pakistan's army can't handle a real war?

Indian lawmakers have raised concerns about some of the content on social media following the terror attack in Pahalgam. Watch in for more details!

Pahalgam attack: Parliamentary panel flags influencers working against national interest

Pakistan resorted to unprovoked firing across the Line of Control (LoC) for the 12th consecutive night, drawing a measured response from the Indian Army. In a statement, the Indian Army said Pakistan violated ceasefire on the intervening night of May 5-6 in areas opposite Kupwara, Baramulla, Poonch, Rajouri, Mendhar, Naushera, Sunderbani and Akhnoor in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K).

“During the night of 05-06 May 2025, Pakistan Army resorted to unprovoked small-arms firing from posts across the Line of Control in areas opposite Kupwara, Baramulla, Poonch, Rajouri, Mendhar, Naushera, Sunderbani and Akhnoor in J&K. Indian Army responded in proportionate manner,” the Indian Army said in a statement.

Breaking | Pakistan violates ceasefire for 12th straight day | India-Pak tensions | Pahalgam attack

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Gary Hall Jr receives replicas of his 10 medals lost in LA fires

India offers tariff cut in US trade talks

US DOGE hits IRS' auditors

Tourism gets a private equity boost

Foreign shows face 'tariff' tension

Taiwan's currency surges most since 1980s

Wall Street stocks fall after historic run

Met Gala 2025: Diljit Dosanjh brings regal vibe to Met Gala carpet

Brent trades around $60 after OPEC decision

Crude oil dips below $60 amid OPEC+ move

Pahalgam attack: UN chief asks India, Pak to step back, says, 'Military solution is no solution'

Peru's president imposes nighttime curfew in Pataz district

Rio honours Pope Francis; statue projects late pope's messages of peace

US President Trump criticises Sheinbaum for rejecting offer to send US troops

Trent Alexander-Arnold to leave Liverpool in the summer

Israel-Houthi conflict: Israeli strikes reported in Yemen's Hodeida

Houthis humiliate Israel: Missile evades all defences

Houthis humiliate Israel: Missile evades all defences

EU raises alarm over bird flu mutation risk in pigs

World War II ship sinks before mock drills

India: Supreme Court publishes full details of judicial appointments

Why Pakistan's army can't handle a real war?

Pahalgam attack: Parliamentary panel flags influencers working against national interest

Breaking | Pakistan violates ceasefire for 12th straight day | India-Pak tensions | Pahalgam attack