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22 Indians on board cargo ship that caused Baltimore bridge collapse; Six presumed dead
The ship’s crew issued a mayday call moments before the crash took down the Francis Scott Key Bridge, enabling authorities to limit vehicle traffic on the span, Maryland’s governor said.
ASEAN Diplomacy: Coast Guard ship reaches Philippines
This visit holds significant importance in strengthening bilateral relationships with key maritime agencies, including the Philippine Coast Guard, Vietnam Coast Guard, and Brunei Maritime agencies.
How the deadliest attack on Russian soil in years unfolded over the weekend
Videos taken by those in the hallways and in the auditorium showed people screaming and trying to flee as the gunmen continued firing shots.
North Korean leader Kim visits tank unit and touts war preparations in face of tensions with Seoul
There are concerns North Korea could further dial up pressure in what is an election year in both the United States and South Korea.
Trump is due in court for hearing in his hush money case after new evidence delays trial
Trump's lawyers argue that the delayed disclosures warrant dismissing the case or at least pushing it off for three months. Prosecutors say there's little new material in the trove and no reason for further delay.
North Korea says Japan’s prime minister offered to meet with leader Kim Jong Un soon
Kim's sister, Kim Yo Jong, said in a statement that Kishida recently used an unspecified channel to convey his position that he wants to meet Kim Jong Un in person "as soon as possible."
European regulators probe Apple, Google, and Meta for Digital Markets Act…
It's looking into whether Google and Apple are fully complying with the DMA's rules requiring tech companies to allow app developers to direct users to offers available outside their app stores.
‘Reopening wounds’: Austria offers to compensate about 11,000 victims of anti-gay laws
They will be compensated to the tune of 3,000 euros -- or more if they suffered health, economic or professional woes as a result.
China continues to harp on its claim over Arunachal Pradesh
The Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman reiterated China's claim while reacting to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's dismissal of the same.
UN Security Council for first time demands ‘immediate’ ceasefire in Gaza; US abstains
The resolution, which demands an immediate ceasefire for the ongoing Muslim holy month of Ramadan that leads to a lasting truce, went through, with all other 14 Security Council members voting yes.
Stop being ‘stubborn’ and mend fences with neighbours
The former president said the government was deceiving the public and relaunching projects initiated by the MDP government. He said ministers are now lying to cover up those lies.
Why would Islamic State target Russia? What does this signify for global terrorism?
At least 133 people were left dead and scores more were injured after gunmen with automatic weapons stormed the Crocus City Hall in Moscow and opened fire, triggering a stampede.
Shootings leave two dead in Brussels as it battles drug violence
Around half a dozen shootings thought to be linked to drug trafficking, one of them fatal, have taken place since February in Brussels.
Chinese-owned tanker hit by Houthi missile in Red Sea: CENTCOM
The Chinese-owned and operated Huang Pu issued a distress call but did not request assistance, US Central Command said in a statement.
Hundreds of kidnapped Nigerian school students released
Gangs of criminals known locally as bandits have been blamed for the abductions. They routinely target communities, loot villages and carry out mass kidnappings for ransom.
Kyiv and Ukraine’s Lviv region come under Russian air attack
Ukraine was earlier placed under a nationwide air alert that warned of cruise missiles being launched from Russian Tu-95MS strategic bombers.
Pope sends prayers to Moscow victims of ‘cowardly’ attack
The pontiff presided over Palm Sunday Mass in front of a crowd the Vatican estimated at 25,000 people.
France races on to make Paris Olympics mosquito-free
The Asian tiger mosquito has made its home in much of northern Europe, including France, over the past two decades, spreading diseases such as dengue, chikungunya and zika.
Pakistan to ‘seriously’ consider restoring trade ties with India: Foreign Minister
Pakistan downgraded its diplomatic ties with New Delhi after the Indian government abrogated Article 370, revoking the special status of J&K and bifurcating the State into two Union Territories.
Senegal votes for new president after years of crisis
The eventual winner will be tasked with steering traditionally stable Senegal out of its recent troubles, and managing revenues from oil and gas reserves that are shortly to start production.