Balendra Shah (AP photo) His songs fuelled a protest generation. Now the former Kathmandu mayor is taking on ex-PM Oli and asking voters to imagine him running countryKATHMANDU: Everybody wants a selfie with Balendra Shah.In Jhapa district on Sunday, as Nepal prepared for its March 5 election, the line curved along a dusty courtyard in … Read more
(PTI photo) The constant sound of explosions has become the default soundtrack in the Middle East as Donald Trump’s mission-driven US military, along with its “wonderful partner” Israel, continues its offensive against Iran. The raging, Tehran after the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has delivered a strong response to the military campaign that began as … Read more
Middle East travel crisis: UAE activates emergency air routes for 48 flights an hour amid Iran-US-Israel war In a decisive move to stabilise regional aviation amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, the United Arab Emirates has opened “safe air corridors” allowing airlines to operate up to 48 flights per hour, according to Economy … Read more
A Bangladeshi man accused of running a large online child exploitation operation is set to appear in a US court after being transferred from Malaysia to Alaska, where federal prosecutors say he targeted hundreds of minors around the world.28-year-old Zobaidul Amin was brought to Alaska on Wednesday and is scheduled to make his first appearance … Read more
A social media row linked to immigration in Texas has intensified after influencer and self-described whistleblower Marc Palasciano accused Indians of harassing him with spam calls and warned he may seek federal action against them.In a post on X, Palasciano wrote: “Dear Indians Targeting Me – You’re now in violation of federal and state law. … Read more
File photo: Ukrainian President Zelenskyy The United States has asked Ukraine to help counter Iranian drone attacks in the Middle East, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Thursday, adding that Kyiv would provide technical expertise and support while ensuring its own defences remain intact.“We received a request from the United States for specific support in … Read more
What started as a routine Senate hearing quickly turned into a political headache at the White House. President Donald Trump was reportedly furious behind closed doors after Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem suggested under oath that he had signed off on a hefty $220-million ad campaign, one that prominently featured her face. According to reports, … Read more
PC: Armstrong Institute of Biblical Archaeology Cyrus the Great of Persia stands out even today, more than 2,500 years after his death. Not just for conquering vast lands, but for the way he did it. He wasn’t like other kings who would rely only on bloodshed. His victories were massive, yet humane. And somehow, he … Read more
Rep. Tony Gonzales admitted to having a sexual relationship with a staffer who later died by suicide, hours after the House Ethics Committee announced an investigation into the Texas Republican.“I made a mistake, and I had a lapse in judgment, and there was a lack of faith, and I take full responsibility for those actions,” … Read more
US immigration experts advised non-immigrant visa holders in the country not to travel outside as the Middle East crisis and the ongoing travel restrictions could result in delays, causing people to lose their visa status or jobs. But those who are already stuck outside the US and have their deadlines nearing should not sit idle. … Read more