Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Suu Kyi’s family file detention complaint at UN

UN

Relatives of Myanmar’s deposed leader Aung San Suu Kyi filed a complaint against her detention following a military coup last year, according to their lawyers. Since a coup deposed her government in February 2021, plunging Myanmar into turmoil, the 1991 Nobel Peace Prize laureate has been detained by the military and faces a slew of … Read more

Ukraine’s authorities sense common anguish in the loss of young lives following the Texas school shooting

Zelensky

On Wednesday, as the tragedy in their own country grew; Ukrainian leaders recognised parallels in the pain of young lives lost in the latest mass shooting in the United States. President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed his condolences to those affected by the shooting at a Texas elementary school; and appeared to make analogies to … Read more

Iran and Russia eye more cooperation in energy, trade

Iran

Tehran and Moscow said Wednesday that they want to expand their cooperation in energy and trade Officials said on Wednesday, as Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak visited Iran. Both countries have massive oil and gas reserves but are hampered by Western sanctions that limit their ability to export their resources. Novak led an economic … Read more

Matthew McConaughey, a Uvalde native, on school shootings: ‘This is an epidemic we can control.’

After a mass shooting at an elementary school in his hometown of Uvalde murdered at least 19 students and two teachers, actor Matthew McConaughey called on Americans to “re-evaluate.” “This is an epidemic we can manage,” McConaughey said on Twitter Tuesday night. “We all know we can do better, regardless of which side of the … Read more

European and US stock markets struggle to recover

European and US stock markets struggled to mount a rebound Wednesday as traders weighed the fallout from surging inflation, higher hobby rates, China’s financial slowdown, and the Ukraine conflict. The day earlier, international equities had retreated as volatility gripped economic markets. A series of weak indicators around the world and downbeat forecasts from big firms … Read more

According to the grandma, a fourth grader was shot while contacting 911

Amerie Jo Garza, a fourth-grader at Robb Elementary School, “died a Hero” while trying to find help for herself and her classmates, according to her grandma Berlinda Irene Arreola. “You’re going to die,” the gunman warned the pupils, according to authorities and survivors, Arreola added. Amerie Jo took out her phone and dialled 911. “Instead … Read more

Amber Heard lost $50 million when Johnny Depp’s lawyer accused her of lying about abuse

Amber Heard

An industry expert said in court that Amber Heard lost between $45 and $50 million in revenue after Johnny Depp’s counsel accused her of lying about domestic abuse. Kathryn Arnold, a former Hollywood producer who is now an entertainment business consultant and specialist, testified as Heard’s witness in the continuing defamation case against her ex-husband, … Read more

US stocks climb ahead of Fed minutes

US stocks

Wall Street shares climbed early Wednesday beforehand of Federal Reserve assembly mins as investors desire a pivot from the bearish sentiment that has dominated 2022. Orders for US-made, huge-price ticket manufactured items endured their upward fashion final month, rising 0.4 percent in April, slightly much less than what analysts had predicted however still indicating fantastic momentum. The … Read more

Robb Elementary School massacre: More than $28,000 raised to help pay for teacher’s funeral

The burial costs of a “kind and caring” teacher slain in the Robb Elementary School massacre have raised more than $28,000. Irma Garcia was one of two instructors killed in the attack, which was carried out by Salvador Ramos, who was 18 at the time. “A wife and mother to four children,” reads a statement … Read more

Stock markets mixed as traders weigh dark outlook

Stock markets

Markets were combined Wednesday, with the little signal of any alleviation from the latest dour performances as buyers remain frightened approximately the monetary outlook thanks to the impact of inflation, higher interest costs, China’s slowdown, and the Ukraine war. A collection of vulnerable indicators around the arena and downbeat forecasts from huge firms have chilled trading … Read more

At least three beheaded in Mozambique attacks

Mozambique

At least three people have been beheaded in a new outbreak of Islamist violence in northern Mozambique, According to police. “Last Friday, terrorists invaded some farms in the first village in Macomia district and beheaded three citizens and kidnapped some women,” provincial police chief Vicente Chicote told AFP. “After that they went to another farm … Read more

Jennifer Lopez is upset at Ben Affleck’s reluctance to marry

Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez, who is preparing her dream wedding to Ben Affleck, appears to be under pressure since her fiancé is hesitant to marry. Lopez and Affleck originally fell deeply in love with each other on the set of their 2002 picture, Gigli. Now, the bride-to-be is’stressing out’ about his laid-back demeanour. Affleck, 49, proposed to … Read more

BCCI: VVS Laxman to travel Ireland with T20 side

BCCI

VVS Laxman, current head of the National Cricket Academy (NCA), will lead a Twenty20 team to Ireland, according to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). On June 26 and 28, India will play two T20 matches in Dublin. “He will travel with the Indian team to Dublin,” BCCI Secretary Jay Shah said, … Read more

US durable goods see slower growth in April: govt

US

Orders for US-made, large-price tag manufactured goods persevered their upward trend final month, although at a slower pace, pushed frequently by means of demand for commercial aircraft, consistent with authorities data launched Wednesday. Durable goods orders rose 0.4 percent in April, the Commerce Department stated, barely less than what analysts had anticipated but nevertheless indicating … Read more

Swiss move to seize assets of ex-Ukrainian leader’s ally

ZURICH, – The Swiss government announced on Wednesday that it aims to seize assets worth more than 100 million Swiss francs ($104 million) from a close ally of Ukraine’s deposed president, Viktor Yanukovich. The proceedings concern Yuriy Ivanyushchenko and his family’s assets, which were frozen following Ukraine’s 2014 revolution, according to the statement, which stressed … Read more

Lieutenant says, ‘Just a complete evil person’

Lieutenant Chris Olivarez has been recounting the events of yesterday’s devastating primary school shooting, which claimed the lives of 19 students and two instructors. According to a representative for the Texas Department of Public Safety, the situation began with a 911 call reporting a crashed vehicle and a guy with a weapon approaching Robb Elementary … Read more

China offers South Pacific nations security, free trade agreements

China

China has proposed plans to significantly expand security and economic cooperation with South Pacific nations, which one regional leader has described as a thinly veiled attempt to bring them into “Beijing’s orbit.” The comprehensive draught agreement and a five-year plan, obtained by AFP on Wednesday, will be discussed when Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visits … Read more

Samsung Galaxy M13 official images reveal design

Samsung Galaxy M13

The latest Evan Blass leak focuses on Samsung’s Galaxy M13, which provides a thorough look at the phone’s design. The official-looking images show a waterdrop notch cutout on the display and a triple camera setup on the back. The device profile closely resembles the Galaxy M23 that launched back in March. The silver and coral colors of … Read more

Texas school shooting; Hospital issues update

University Hospital in San Antonio, which is around 90 miles from Uvalde, provides updates on four patients who were injured in the shooting. A 66-year-old lady who was earlier listed in critical condition has been upgraded to severe condition. Medical personnel are also caring for two 10-year-old girls, one in critical condition and the other … Read more

Hong Kong shares end higher

Hong Kong

Hong Kong stocks finished barely higher Wednesday after three days of losses though traders remain on the side approximately the outlook for the worldwide economy as inflation surges and hobby prices are hiked. The Hang Seng Index gained 0.29 percent, or 59.17 points, to 20,171.27. The Shanghai Composite Index introduced 1.19 percent, or 36.54 factors, to a … Read more

Germany says its policy on China is under development

BERLIN, – A German government spokeswoman expressed concern over the human rights situation in China’s Xinjiang region on Wednesday, urging China to be honest about developments in the province. Berlin’s China policy is “under development,” according to a government spokesperson at a regular press briefing. Authorities in Xinjiang are accused by Western powers and human … Read more

‘No evidence of PTSD’ in Amber Heard

Amber Heard

Dr. Shannon Curry, a forensic psychologist, is continuing her testimony, challenging information offered by Dr. Dawn Hughes, another psychologist. Dr. Hughes’ diagnosis of Amber Heard suffering from PTSD as a result of alleged assault by Johnny Depp does not sit well with her. Dr. Curry is testifying as a rebuttal witness for the second time. … Read more

A glimpse at Amber Heard’s relationship with Bianca Butti

Amber Heard

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard are suing one other for defamation and have garnered a lot of attention on the internet, with each saying they were mistreated before and during their two-year marriage. Both Depp and Heard have had high-profile relationships with other celebrities, some of whom have been summoned to testify in court. Heard’s … Read more

Bangladesh & Ireland added to ICC Women’s Championship cycle 2022-25

ICC

Bangladesh and Ireland, rated ninth and tenth in the ODI team rankings, have been added to the mix for the upcoming 2022-25 edition of the ICC ODI Women’s Championship cycle, as announced by the ICC on Tuesday (May 25). They will join Australia, England, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and the West … Read more