Friday, December 26, 2025

Second Hindu Man Killed in Bangladesh Deepens Strain in India-Bangladesh Relations

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Bangladesh is facing renewed scrutiny after reports of a second Hindu man being beaten to death within days of an earlier lynching. The latest killing has intensified questions over public order and the safety of minority communities at a time of heightened political tension in the country.

Kshitij Nagar reports from New Delhi.

Thursday, December 25, 2025

California declares state of emergency over winter storms

A major winter storm has hit large parts of California, prompting flash flood warnings and evacuations. The dangerous conditions have disrupted holiday travel as officials are advising people to stay home.

Ira Spitzer reports from San Francisco.


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Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Major storm set to batter California

A major winter storm is hitting large parts of California, prompting flash flood warnings and evacuations. 


The dangerous conditions are expected to disrupt holiday travel.

Ira Spitzer reports.


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US plans to "eradicate" Venezuelan drug cartels, US Envoy tells US Security Council

The US Envoy to the United Nations says President Trump plans to "use the full power of the United States of America... to take on and eradicate" Venezuelan drug cartels.

His comments came during an emergency meeting of the UN Security council initiated by Venezuela following Washington's pursuit of alleged drug traffickers.

Our US Correspondent Jagruti Dave has more.

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Russia says talks with US on reviving diplomatic relations resumed

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Moscow says Russia and the US  have resumed negotiations on reviving diplomatic relations. But Russian Foreign Mastery says the negotiation process is sluggish, noting that differing approaches in Moscow and Washington have slowed its pace. Dasha Chernyhsova has more from Moscow.

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Kremlin confirms Putin has been briefed on U.S. proposals for Ukraine peace plan

President Putin has been briefed by Special Envoy Dmitriev on his talks with Trump administration officials in Miami last weekend. The Kremlin said it would not disclose any details to the media nor would it comment on the 20-point conflict settlement plan announced by Ukrainian President Zelensky. Putin's spokesman said the Kremlin will "formulate its position and continue negotiations" with Washington. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.
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France condemns US visa ban for former EU Commissioner

France has condemned a decision by the United States to issue a visa
ban for former European Union Commissioner Thierry Breton.

Breton helped shape the EU's digital rulebook which the Trump
administration accuses of unfairly targeting American companies.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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Demonstrations over October 7th inquiry

Demonstrations have been held outside the homes of ministers in Israel
as the Netanyahu government attempts to establish its own inquiry into
the failures that led to the October 7th attacks

Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv

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India - Bangladesh Relations Worsen as Protests Spiral

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India and Bangladesh have summoned each others envoys over protests outside their diplomatic missions as already tense ties spiral

The latest round of formal protests come after right wing groups staged protests in several indian cities over the killing of a hindu garment worker in Bangladesh over allegations of blasphemy.
Kshitij Nagar has more from New Delhi.

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Supreme Court blocks Chicago National Guard deployment

The US Supreme Court has issued a preliminary ruling blocking the Trump administration from deploying National Guard troops to Chicago.


The decision is a rare setback for the administration from the conservative-leaning court, which has largely sided with President Trump so far in testing the limits of executive power.


Ira Spitzer reports.


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DOJ releases another batch of Epstein files

The US Justice Department has released another batch of documents related to investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.

The newly disclosed files contain multiple references to President Donald Trump.

Ira Spitzer reports


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US kills one in strike on alleged drug-smuggling boat

The US has confirmed it has carried out a strike on an alleged
drug-smuggling boat, killing one person.

Along with the seizure of another Venezuelan oil tanker over the
weekend, it continues the pressure campaign against president Nicolas
Maduro.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Analysts skeptical of key aspects of Trump’s new battleships

Washington's announcement that it is set to build new "Trump class" battleships could be met by a series of obstacles, according to military analysts.

President Trump announced the creation of the new ships at a press conference in Florida on Monday afternoon.

Mitch McCann reports:

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EU defiant in U.S. tech spat

The European Union appears unwavering in its commitment to regulate
the tech sector despite warnings from the United States.

The Trump administration has threatened to respond should the bloc not
drop some of its tech rules but in a social media post the European
Commission suggests it will do no such thing.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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Tensions between Iran and Israel rise

Tensions with Iran have been rising in recent days amid Israeli
concerns that Tehran is working to rebuild and expand its stock of
ballistic missiles.

Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv

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UK POLICE BOSSES PUSH FOR CHANGE TO HATE INCIDENT RULES

Police leaders are reportedly pushing for forces in England and Wales to stop recording non-crime hate incidents in 2026.

Officials are set to meet the Home Secretary next month and warn that logging them is diverting resources away from fighting crime and undermines freedom of speech.

Non-crime hate incidents fall short of criminal acts, but are perceived to be motivated by hostility or prejudice towards a person with a particular characteristic.

Chief constable of Greater Manchester Police  Sir Stephen Watson says it's a delicate balancing act.

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1800 NORTH KOREANS APPLIED TO WORK AT AMAZON

1800 suspected North Koreans have tried to apply for jobs at Amazon since April last year, according to Chief Security Officer Stephen Schmidt.


And the problem is only getting worse, in what he claimed was an attempt by the heavily sanctioned state to launder international funds.


Stuart Smith reports.


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Diplomatic tensions run high as Bangladesh suspends some visa services in India

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Tensions are mounting between India and Bangladesh, following demonstrations outside their diplomatic missions.

Bangladesh has suspended visa services at three Indian missions following protests over attacks on minorities.

India responded by summoning the Bangladeshi envoy to lodge a protest, as Ishan Garg reports.

Ishan Garg reports from New Delhi.

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Monday, December 22, 2025

Trump Announces New “Trump-Class” Battleships

US President Donald Trump has announced a new type of battleship set to be used by the US Navy, and it is one named after himself.

Mitch McCann reports:

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Denmark summons US ambassador over Greenland appointment

Denmark has summoned the US ambassador after Donald Trump's appointment of a special envoy to Greenland.


The US president has repeatedly expressed interest in taking over the island, angering the Danish government, which has controlled Greenland for centuries.


Ira Spitzer reports. 


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