Blake Lively pays tribute to ‘Gossip Girl’ co-star Michelle Trachtenberg
Hollywood star Blake Lively has shared a heartfelt tribute to her late ‘Gossip Girl’ co-star Michelle Trachtenberg, who passed away at the age of 39. Taking to Instagram Stories, Lively posted a nostalgic photo from the set of ‘Gossip Girl’, remembering the first
Trump announces 25% tariffs on EU imports
US President Donald Trump has announced his administration’s decision to impose 25% tariffs on European Union (EU) products, including automobiles, claiming that the bloc was “formed to screw the US.” Speaking at a White House Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, Trump stated, “We have
South Korea seeks constructive solution amid Trump tariff concerns
South Korea’s Industry Minister Ahn Duk-geun expressed confidence that Seoul and Washington can find a “constructive” and “win-win” alternative as the Trump administration moves to impose new tariffs on imports. Ahn arrived in the US for discussions with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, focusing
US launches private lunar lander to deliver NASA science instruments
American aerospace company Intuitive Machines has successfully launched its second lunar mission, IM-2, to deliver NASA science payloads to the Moon. The mission lifted off aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida at 7:16 p.m. EST (5:46
India slams Pakistan at UN, calls it a failed state surviving on aid
India strongly criticized Pakistan at the seventh meeting of the 58th Session of the UN Human Rights Council, calling it a “failed state thriving on international aid.” Kshitij Tyagi, representing India’s Permanent Mission to the UN in Geneva, dismissed Pakistan’s remarks on Jammu
Haaland scores on return as Man City beat Spurs to re-enter top four
Erling Haaland marked his return from injury with the only goal of the game as Manchester City secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur on Thursday (IST), boosting their chances of a top-four Premier League finish. Following their defeat to Liverpool on
Spanish ports monitor Trump’s tariff threats on trade
Spanish ports are keeping a close watch on the potential impact of tariff threats made by US President Donald Trump, assessing how they might affect international trade and shipping. The country’s three largest ports—Valencia, Algeciras, and Barcelona—handle a major share of Spain’s global
Trump proposes $5M immigration Gold Card
US President Donald Trump has unveiled plans for a new immigration Gold Card program, allowing companies to purchase residency privileges for $5 million for highly talented employees, offering a pathway to citizenship. Announced on Tuesday, the initiative primarily targets wealthy individuals who can
Howe: Newcastle must be ‘close to perfect’ vs Liverpool
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe believes his team must deliver “close to a perfect game” to overcome Premier League leaders Liverpool on Thursday (IST). Facing a daunting challenge, Newcastle will take on Arne Slot’s Liverpool, who are currently 11 points clear at the
South Korean Assembly Seeks Yoon’s Removal at Final Hearing
The South Korean National Assembly’s legal team has demanded the removal of President Yoon Suk Yeol from office during the final impeachment hearing at the Constitutional Court on Tuesday. The case revolves around Yoon’s controversial declaration of martial law on December 3, which
Japan and UNHCR collaborate to support displaced Afghans
Japan and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) have signed a $6 million agreement in Kabul to enhance livelihood opportunities and self-reliance for forcibly displaced Afghans, including refugee returnees and the communities that support them. The new initiative, funded by the
India to review US reciprocal tariffs, report by March 15
With the US set to impose reciprocal tariffs on trading partners by April 2, the Indian government has formed a high-level committee to review tariff relief on imports from the US. The panel, operating under the Union Commerce Ministry, is expected to submit
India abstains on Ukraine resolutions as US breaks with allies
India abstained from voting on multiple resolutions and amendments concerning Ukraine at the UN General Assembly, where the United States took an unexpected stance by siding with Russia on some key votes. This shift highlighted new geopolitical realignments under President Donald Trump. On
Trump: Ending Ukraine war is in Russia’s best interest
US President Donald Trump stated that it is in Russia’s best interest to strike a deal and end the war in Ukraine, adding that he believes President Vladimir Putin is willing to negotiate. During a joint news conference at the White House with
Trump praises German conservative victor
After exit polls indicated a decisive victory for Germany’s conservative alliance, US President Donald Trump celebrated the results, claiming that voters had grown tired of policies lacking “common sense.” Posting on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump wrote, “Looks like the Conservative
Over 1,600 USAID employees fired in Trump administration reshuffle
The Trump administration has dismissed over 1,600 employees from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), while additional staff members have been placed on paid administrative leave. The move is part of a broader “reduction in force” strategy, as confirmed in an official
Kash Patel and officials defy Elon Musk’s federal firing order
U.S. intelligence chief Kash Patel and other top government officials are pushing back against Elon Musk’s directive requiring federal employees to submit weekly work reports or face termination. Musk, appointed by President Donald Trump to lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), had
New Zealand criticizes China over naval drills in Tasman Sea
New Zealand Defence Minister Judith Collins has raised concerns over China’s naval task group conducting military exercises in the Tasman Sea, warning that one of the warships is carrying ballistic missiles with a range of approximately 1,000 kilometers. Collins alerted Australia about the
Indian Army chief visits France for defense talks
Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi received a warm welcome from India’s Ambassador to France, Sanjeev Singla, in Paris ahead of his scheduled discussions with his French counterpart on bilateral defense cooperation and global security challenges. General Dwivedi’s visit, from
Arab leaders discuss Palestinian issue and Gaza developments
Leaders from Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain gathered in Riyadh to discuss the Palestinian issue and the latest developments in the Gaza Strip, according to the official Saudi Press Agency (SPA). Described as a “consultative