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US DV lottery temporarily suspended amid planned process changes
US DV lottery temporarily suspended amid planned process cha...
The decision comes roughly a month after the Trump administration announced plans to revise the DV lottery process for the 2027 cycle. Detailed information about the proposed changes has not yet been released.
5 days ago
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Trump sues BBC for defamation over Panorama speech edit
Trump sues BBC for defamation over Panorama speech edit
Trump accused the broadcaster of defamation and of violating a trade practices law, according to court documents filed in Florida. He asked for $5bn (£3.7bn) in damages on each of the two claims.
Dec 16, 2025
International
Brown University shooting leaves two dead
Brown University shooting leaves two dead
Providence Mayor Brett Smiley confirmed that two people died at the scene, while eight others were taken to Rhode Island Hospital with critical but stable injuries. Emergency services were alerted around 4:05 pm local time after a 911 call reported an active shooter near the university grounds, acco...
Dec 14, 2025
WORLD
UAE pledges USD 550 million for UN’s 2026 Humanitarian Plan
UAE pledges USD 550 million for UN’s 2026 Humanitarian Plan
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced a major humanitarian commitment of USD 550 million to support the United Nations’ 2026 Global Humanitarian Overview (GHO).
Dec 10, 2025
WORLD
Trump criticizes 'decaying' European countries and 'weak' leaders
Trump criticizes 'decaying' European countries and 'weak' le...
He told Politico that European countries, which he described as ageing and poorly run, had failed to manage migration or take action that could push the war toward an end.
Dec 10, 2025
WORLD
At least 23 people killed in nightclub fire in Goa
At least 23 people killed in nightclub fire in Goa
The blaze broke out at about midnight on Sunday when a gas cylinder exploded at the nightclub, the Press Trust of India reported, citing local police.
Dec 07, 2025
WORLD
Sri Lanka flood death toll rises to 159, many more missing
Sri Lanka flood death toll rises to 159, many more missing
More than 20,000 homes have been destroyed, sending 108,000 people to state-run temporary shelters, the Disaster Management Centre reported.
Nov 30, 2025
WORLD
Ukraine hits Russian tankers in Black Sea
Ukraine hits Russian tankers in Black Sea
Verified video shows fast-moving sea drones slamming into the vessels, then exploding in bright fireballs that sent thick smoke skyward, the BBC reported.
Nov 30, 2025
WORLD
Trump says US plan to end Ukraine war not 'final offer' for Kyiv
Trump says US plan to end Ukraine war not 'final offer' for...
Security officials from Britain, France, Germany, the US, and Ukraine are scheduled to meet in Geneva on Sunday to discuss the plan, the BBC adds. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had earlier warned that his country faced "one of the most difficult moments in our history" amid US pressure to a...
Nov 23, 2025
WORLD
Fire breaks out at COP30 climate talks, halting key negotiations
Fire breaks out at COP30 climate talks, halting key negotiat...
The blaze tore through pavilions and burned a hole in the roof, sending smoke through corridors and prompting delegates to run for the exits. It was the third major incident since COP30 began last week, following two disruptions by Indigenous protesters, according to France 24.
Nov 21, 2025