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Has the US-Israeli honeymoon ended? 
Has the US-Israeli honeymoon ended? 
3 min read
As Trump recalibrates his country’s Middle East policy against the interests of the pro-Israeli lobby amid tensions with Netanyahu, experts say that the once iron-clad alliance is beginning to loosen
Iran President Pezeshkian Invites PM Modi to Ali Khamenei Funeral Amid Global Focus
Iran President Pezeshkian Invites PM Modi to Ali Khamenei Funeral Amid Global Focus
2 min read
Iran invites PM Narendra Modi to former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s July funeral after his death in a US-Israel strike; millions expected amid easing Iran-US tensions
India-US Trade Talks Gain Momentum as Washington Signals Deal Is Close
India-US Trade Talks Gain Momentum as Washington Signals Deal Is Close
4 min read
US lawmakers voiced strong support for deeper India-US ties despite trade disagreements, while officials indicated a landmark interim trade agreement is nearing completion, with trade, security and Ch ...
Pakistan Scrapped the Period Tax. So Why Are Millions of Women Still Without Menstrual Products?
Pakistan Scrapped the Period Tax. So Why Are Millions of Women Still Without Menstrual Products?
2 min read
Pakistan abolished its 18 percent period tax on menstrual pads but activists say affordability, stigma, and access remain far bigger battles to win
ChatGPT’s New Audio Model Is About to Listen and Talk at the Same Time. Here’s What That Means
ChatGPT’s New Audio Model Is About to Listen and Talk at the Same Time. Here’s What That Means
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OpenAI is reportedly testing GPT-Bidi-1, a new audio model for ChatGPT that can speak and listen simultaneously, changing how voice AI works
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy Announces Plan to Expand Amazon Now to 300+ Indian Cities
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy Announces Plan to Expand Amazon Now to 300+ Indian Cities
3 min read
Amazon plans to expand its quick-commerce service Amazon Now to over 300 Indian cities, betting on ultra-fast deliveries, new fulfillment infrastructure, and delivery associate welfare to drive future ...
‘I am…”: Alka Yagnik Breaks Silence on Health Issues Following Padma Bhushan Honour
‘I am…”: Alka Yagnik Breaks Silence on Health Issues Following Padma Bhushan Honour
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After receiving the Padma Bhushan, Alka Yagnik opened up about her health struggles, revealing she stayed away from public life for two years and is now "slowly finding" her way back
Who Is Larry the Cat? Meet Britain's Most Enduring Resident of 10 Downing Street
Who Is Larry the Cat? Meet Britain's Most Enduring Resident of 10 Downing Street
2 min read
Larry the Cat has outlasted six British prime ministers and shows no signs of vacating his famous post anytime soon
FIFA World Cup 2026: Who Is DR Congo’s Viral ‘Statue Fan’ Michel Nkuka?
FIFA World Cup 2026: Who Is DR Congo’s Viral ‘Statue Fan’ Michel Nkuka?
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DR Congo's famous "statue fan" Michel Nkuka was spotted during his team's World Cup defeat to Colombia, continuing a tribute inspired by Patrice Lumumba that has captivated football fans worldwide