New map shows William Shakespeare had house in London

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 22:24:05 GMT

LONDON, U.K.: A newly discovered 17th-century map sheds light on the exact location of William Shakespeare's hitherto unknown home in London.

Shakespeare scholar Lucy Munro, who discovered the document, said it adds more pieces to the puzzle of William Shakespeare's life. She also said the discovery was partly due to luck, explaining that she found it while searching for other material in the London Archives.

UK PM Starmer faces renewed calls for resignation by Opposition

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:20:01 GMT

LONDON, U.K.: On April 17, Opposition politicians renewed their demands for the British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, to resign after it was revealed that his former ambassador to the United States failed security vetting and was still allowed to take up the post.

A day earlier, the government said that Peter Mandelson had failed a security check before starting the job. He was later fired after Keir Starmer sai

Whats in Palantirs Technofascist manifesto

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:47:17 GMT

The defense tech behemoth has set the internet on fire with a tweet likened to the ramblings of a comic book villain

American surveillance tech contractor Palantir released a 22-point manifesto over the weekend, calling for a "new era" of AI-enabled US military supremacy. The internet went wild, with the text being labeled a blueprint for "technofascism."

Posted on X on Saturday, the docume

Spain women remain No. 1 ahead of U.S. in FIFA rankings

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:19:17 GMT

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Spain remained No. 1 with the United States still at No. 2 on Tuesday in the first FIFA Women's World Ranking published since December.

Making up the rest of the top 10 in the new rankings are England, Germany, Japan, Brazil, France, Sweden, Canada and the Netherlands.

A total of 276 relevant international fixtures have been contested since the previous ra

Lawrence Okolie fails drug test, bout vs. Tony Yoka canceled

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:19:13 GMT

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British heavyweight boxer Lawrence Okolie has failed a drug test, forcing the cancellation of his bout Saturday in Paris against 2016 Olympic champion Tony Yoka of France.

The Times of London reported the substance discovered in his Voluntary Anti-Doping Association test was GHRP 2, which is designed to increase the body's own growth hormone production. It can aid in

UK special forces resigning en masse over war crimes probe media

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:49:12 GMT

Soldiers are reportedly resigning as an inquiry examines alleged killings of civilians and cover-ups during operations in Afghanistan and Syria

Soldiers from the UK's elite SAS force are resigning in significant numbers over fears of prosecution following human rights investigations into alleged war crimes, British media reports.

The probe largely focuses on British special forces operation

UK special forces resigning en masse over war crimes probe - media

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:49:12 GMT

Soldiers are reportedly resigning as an inquiry examines alleged killings of civilians and cover-ups during operations in Afghanistan and Syria

Soldiers from the UK's elite SAS force are resigning in significant numbers over fears of prosecution following human rights investigations into alleged war crimes, British me

Egyptian-Chinese art performance marks UN Chinese Language Day in Cairo

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:45:04 GMT

CAIRO, April 21 (Xinhua) -- A lively Egyptian-Chinese cultural performance was held in Cairo on Monday to mark this year's United Nations Chinese Language Day.

The event took place at the British University in Egypt and was attended by about 100 guests. Egyptian and Chinese students performed a mix of music and dance, combining traditional, classical, modern, and martial arts styles.

As part of China-Africa

War on Iran sparks gas theft epidemic

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:30:32 GMT

Incidents of driving off without paying in Britain are up 27%, while Americans report their fuel tanks being drilled

A wave of "fill up and flee" crime is sweeping petrol stations across the UK, while American drivers are waking up to drilled-through tanks and drained fuel as the US-Israeli war on Iran has sparked a spike in oil and gas prices across the globe, according to media reports and indu

IGPL Congo: Tushar Pannu, rookie pro Mannat share lead

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:59:47 GMT

Lubumbashi [Democratic Republic of Congo], April 21 (ANI): Tushar Pannu, who has less than a year's experience as a professional, showed that he is a fast learner and registered a round of 6-under 67 at the Par-73 Golf Club Lubumbashi as the Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) made its debut in Congo.

Pannu, 21, who turned pro last year and came through the Qualifying School, had five birdies, an eagle, and one bog

Tom Hooper to direct movie adaptation of book 'Nineteen Steps'

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:00:47 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 21 (ANI): Millie Bobby Brown has roped in Academy Award winner Tom Hooper to direct the feature adaptation of her New York Times bestselling novel 'Nineteen Steps' for Netflix, reported Deadline.

As previously announced, Anthony McCarten, the four-time Oscar nominee behind films like 'Bohemian Rhapsody' and 'The Theory of Everything', is set to adapt the screenplay for the film, which i

India, UK deepen defence ties with CDS Gen Anil Chauhan calling on UK MoS on UK visit

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:31:44 GMT

London [UK], April 21 (ANI): India and the United Kingdom (UK) on Monday (local time) reinforced their defence ties with a focus on 'evolving nature of conflict and deepening military-to-military cooperation', as Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan held a series of meetings during his official visit to the UK.

In a post on X, the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff, India, said that General Chauh

Qalibaf Says Iran Ready To Reveal 'New Cards' In War With US, Israel

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:05:00 GMT

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Seized Iranian Ship May Have Had Dual-Use Cargo

The Iranian-flagged container ship Touska, which was seized by US forces on April 19, was likely carrying items Washington considers dual-use, meaning goods with possible civilian and military applications, maritime security sources told Reuters on April 20.

The vessel, part of the sanctioned company Islamic Republic of Iran Shipp

Trump Says He Does Not Want To Extend Cease-Fire

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:05:00 GMT

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US President Donald Trump has said he does not want to extend a cease-fire with Iran, which is due to expire on April 22.

Speaking to CNBC on April 21, Trump said he did not wish to prolong the current cessation of hostilities with Tehran, saying We don't have that much time and adding

US Seizes Another Ship For Carrying 'Material Support' To Iran

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:05:00 GMT

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US Seizes Another Ship For Carrying 'Material Support' To Iran

The US Department of Defense announced that its military forces had boarded a sanctioned ship called the M/T Tifani without incident in South Asian waters on the night of April 20.

"We will pursue global maritime enforcement efforts to disrupt illicit networks and interdict sanctioned vessels providing material supp

EGYPT-CAIRO-CHINESE LANGUAGE DAY-PERFORMANCE

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:15:17 GMT

(260421) -- CAIRO, April 21, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Students from Sichuan Normal University perform Tai Chi during an Egyptian-Chinese cultural performance in Cairo, Egypt, April 20, 2026. TO GO WITH "Roundup: Egyptian-Chinese art performance marks UN Chinese Language Day in Cairo" (Xinhua/Xin Mengchen)

CANADA-VANCOUVER-CONSUMER PRICE INDEX-RISE-MARCH

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:45:35 GMT

(260420) -- VANCOUVER, April 20, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A man fuels his car at a gas station in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, on April 20, 2026. Canada's Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased 2.4 percent year over year in March, up from an increase of 1.8 percent in February, Statistics Canada said on Monday. (Photo by Liang Sen/Xinhua)

Submerged secrets: British-era coins and ancient fossils unearthed off Visakhapatnam coast

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:01:59 GMT

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], April 20 (ANI): In a discovery that has sent ripples through the scientific and archaeological communities, a trove of British-era coins and prehistoric fossils has been recovered from the seabed off the coast of Visakhapatnam.

The find, made during recent underwater explorations, offers a rare, layered look into both the colonial history and the ancient geological past of

Egypt recovers smuggled artifacts from US

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:55:29 GMT

Ancient objects have been returned due to Cairos continued efforts to repatriate cultural heritage, the countrys Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities said

Cairo has reclaimed 13 ancient artifacts, including rare vessels and statues that were illegally brought to the US.

Egyptian Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathi Attia said on Saturday the recovery reflects the country's contin

Bulgaria Marks 150 Years Since the April Uprising

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:50:49 GMT

Across Bulgaria today, the country marks 150 years since the outbreak of the April Uprising - one of the most defining and tragic moments in Bulgarian history. Commemorations, historical reenactments, torchlight processions, concerts, exhibitions, student competitions and open history lessons are taking place nationwide to honor the events of April 1876, when Bulgarians rose against nearly five centuries of Ottoman rul

CANADA-VANCOUVER-LAPU LAPU DAY OF TOGETHERNESS

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:45:21 GMT

(260420) -- VANCOUVER, April 20, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A woman prays in front of a memorial wall during the Lapu Lapu Day of Togetherness event in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, on April 19, 2026. The Lapu Lapu Day of Togetherness event was held here on Sunday, focusing on reflection, healing and connection nearly a year after a deadly attack at Vancouver's Lapu Lapu Day festival on April 26, 2025 which killed 11 peop

UK to host first official visit of CDS Gen Anil Chauhan, focus on defence cooperation

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:00:23 GMT

London [UK], April 20 (ANI): The United Kingdom will host Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan for a three-day visit starting April 19 (local time), marking the first official visit by an Indian Chief of Defence Staff to the UK, according to an official statement.

UK Chief of Defence Staff Air Chief Marshal Richard Knighton will receive General Chauhan, with discussions set to focus on deepening cooperati

(SP)BRITAIN-LIVERPOOL-FOOTBALL-PREMIER LEAGUE-EVERTON VS LIVERPOOL

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 03:17:05 GMT

(260420) -- LIVERPOOL, April 20, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Liverpool's goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili is carried off injured during the English Premier League match between Everton FC and Liverpool FC in Liverpool, Britain, on April 19, 2026. (Xinhua)

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Two More People Executed In Iran For Spying

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 03:05:00 GMT

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Two More People Executed In Iran For Spying

Iran's judiciary announced the execution of two more people on April 20 on charges of "connections with Israel" and "espionage."

Mizan, the judiciary's news agency, named them as Mohammad Masoomshahi and Hamed Walidi, claiming that they "had communicated with Israeli intelligence officers and received training from them through cybers

Iran Says No Plans To Take Part In Second Round Of Talks

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 03:05:00 GMT

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Iran Says No Plans To Take Part In Second Round Of Talks

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baqaei said on April 20 that the Iranian side has no plans to participate in a second round of peace talks with the United States.

There has been continued uncertainty over a potential second round of Pakistani-hosted face-to-face talks between US and Iranian delegations in Islama

Iranian forces launch drones toward US warships after attack on commercial ship in Sea of Oman: Iran media

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:30:46 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 20 (ANI): Iranian forces launched drones towards US warships following an attack on an Iranian commercial vessel in the Sea of Oman, Al Jazeera reported, citing Iranian media.

Meanwhile, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has claimed that US forces stationed in the Sea of Oman were forced to retreat after firing at an Iranian merchant vessel, Press TV reported.

Citing Mehr news

IRGC forces US troops to retreat from Strait of Hormuz after attack on Iranian ship: Iran media

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:30:41 GMT

Tehran [Iran], April 20 (ANI): The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has claimed that US forces stationed in the Sea of Oman were forced to retreat after firing at an Iranian merchant vessel, according to a report, Press TV reported.

Citing Mehr news agency, Press TV reported that the US forces operating in the region targeted an Iranian merchant ship in an attempt to compel it to return to Iranian territori

CANADA-VANCOUVER-EARTH DAY-EVENT

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:15:16 GMT

(260420) -- VANCOUVER, April 20, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Volunteers remove invasive plants during an event marking the upcoming Earth Day in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, on April 19, 2026. (Photo by Liang Sen/Xinhua)

The US is losing leverage over Western Europe

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 22:04:28 GMT

The myth of transatlantic dependence is starting to crack

The United States' greatest weakness in its relations with Europe is a simple one: it's Washington that needs the continent more than the continent needs Washington.

America arrived in Europe as one of the victors of the Second World War. It established military dominance in the western part, embedded itself in the region's security

UK cant find 95,000 reservists on call-up list defense adviser

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:03:32 GMT

George Robertson claims the Defense Ministry would not know where to find most of those eligible to serve in the event of an urgent need

The UK has effectively lost contact with tens of thousands of reservists who would be called up in a national emergency, George Robertson, a former NATO secretary general and a lead adviser for the Strategic Defense Review (SDR), has said.

Amid the broader

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Iranian Military Command Vows Revenge For US Seizure Of Cargo Ship

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:05:00 GMT

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Iranian Military Command Vows Revenge For US Seizure Of Cargo Ship

Iran's top joint military command accused US forces of violating a cease-fire by shooting at and seizing an Iranian commercial vessel in the Gulf of Oman and vowed to retaliate "soon," according to state media.

State media quoted a spokesperson as saying early on April 20 that the ship was traveling from China t

Movie review: How 'The Drama' became my personal 'Dhurandhar' detox

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 03:31:10 GMT

By Himank Tripathi

New Delhi [India], April 19 (ANI): If you've glanced at a screen lately, you've likely been swallowed whole by the 'Dhurandhar' phenomenon. Between the box office spreadsheets and the endless AI fan edits, the fatigue is real. Last week, I hit my limit. I didn't want high-octane stunts or a 1,000-crore milestone; I just wanted a story that felt human.

That search led me to Kristoffer Borg

Jon Rahm again dominates back 9 to remain LIV Mexico City leader

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 02:55:10 GMT

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Jon Rahm dominated the back nine once again on Saturday to remain atop the leaderboard at 14 under through three rounds of LIV Golf Mexico City in Naucalpan, Mexico.

Rahm overcame a double-bogey on the par-4 fifth hole and a 1-over showing on the front nine by shooting 5 under on the back nine to post his second consecutive 4-under-par 67. Through three rounds this

"PM Modi's speech full of mudslinging, and outright lies": Mallikarjun Kharge

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:58:31 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 19 (ANI): Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday strongly criticised the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address, saying that he turned an official address to the nation into a political speech, 'full of mudslinging and outright lies.'

'A desperate and frustrated PM with nothing meaningful to show for the last 12 years, turned an official

"Congress, its allies are continuously lying on delimitation...": PM Modi in Address to Nation

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:05:33 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 18 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday accused the Congress and its allies of lying on the Delimitation Bill which was among the legislations brought in Lok Sabha to tweak women's reservation and said the government had made it clear that neither the proportion of a state's representation will change nor will anyone's representation become less.

In his Address to the Nation a

Court reserves order on ED's plea for confiscation of Arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari's properties

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:59:41 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 18 (ANI): The Rouse Avenue Court on Saturday reserved an order on the Enforcement Directorate (ED)'s plea for confiscation of arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari's properties.

Bhandari was declared a fugitive economic offender last year. His appeal against the order has recently been rejected by the Delhi High Court.

Special CBI Judge Sanjay Jindal reserved the order after hearing the argu

Report: Tiger Woods 'responding well to treatment' in rehab

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:40:30 GMT

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Tiger Woods is making progress as he follows an intensive rehab program after his arrest on a driving under the influence charge, the Daily Mail reported.

'He's got a pain management doctor who is helping him deal with his body pain without addictive opioids,' a source told the British publication. 'He calls or Zooms a small number of people.'

Those peop

Top clubs collide as Arsenal visit Manchester City

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:40:29 GMT

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The Premier League title could well be on the line when leaders Arsenal visit second-place Manchester City on Sunday.

In fact, that's exactly how City manager Pep Guardiola sees it.

'If we lose, it's over,' Guardiola said Friday. 'They are so strong in all departments. Duals, physicality. If you allow them to make a good process by not being aggressiv

Allahabad High Court stays FIR against Rahul Gandhi in dual citizenship row

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:35:12 GMT

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 18 (ANI): In a swift legal turn of events, the Lucknow Bench of the Allahabad High Court on Saturday stayed its own order from a day earlier, which had directed the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.

The court observed that a final decision on the petition, which alleged that Gandhi holds British citizenship, cannot be rea

Britain is turning into a Zionist police state to protect Israel

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:36:13 GMT

The UK is pulling out all the stops to persecute a pro-Palestine activist group, including blanket gag orders and courtroom deception

Imagine you know about a brutal gang of serial killers openly committing one sadistic crime after the other. Imagine you recognize your obvious moral obligation to do something to stop or at least impede these crimes as best you can, but your country's morally perv

Former MP Santosh Kumar honoured as "Global Green Icon" at London Climate Conclave

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:00:50 GMT

London [UK], April 18 (ANI): Indian environmental leader and former Rajya Sabha MP Joginipally Santosh Kumar has been conferred the title of 'Global Green Icon' at the World Climate Leaders Conclave, held at the historic House of Lords on Friday (local time).

The recognition highlighted his contribution to large-scale afforestation, ecological restoration, and citizen-led climate action initiatives emerging from

RX Launches WTM Spotlight India to Shape the Next Phase of Global Travel Growth

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 07:32:52 GMT

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Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:30:32 GMT

Beirut [Lebanon], April 18 (ANI): Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has issued a strong 'Lebanon first' message, widely seen as an indirect criticism of Hezbollah, while reiterating that the state alone will determine national decisions and priorities, Al Jazeera reported.

Aoun, without naming the group, appeared to suggest that Hezbollah was effectively fighting Iran's war on Lebanese territory. 'I will not allow a

FRANCE-PARIS-STRAIT OF HORMUZ-NAVIGATION-CONFERENCE

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:16:21 GMT

(260417) -- PARIS, April 17, 2026 (Xinhua) -- French President Emmanuel Macron (L) welcomes British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at Elysee Palace, in Paris, France, April 17, 2026. French President Emmanuel Macron said Friday that Iran's announcement of reopening Strait of Hormuz goes in right direction.

Macron made the remarks following a conference co-hosted by France and Britain in Paris, which brought togethe

UK PM Starmer accused of blatant dishonesty over Epstein-linked envoy

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:28:33 GMT

The prime minister has refused to step down, claiming he was unaware Peter Mandelson had failed his security vetting

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing new calls to resign after it was confirmed that disgraced former British Ambassador to the US Peter Mandelson had been appointed despite not being cleared by security officials.

Mandelson, who was London's envoy in Washington between F

UK PM Starmer accused of 'blatant dishonesty' over Epstein-linked envoy

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:28:33 GMT

The prime minister has refused to step down, claiming he was unaware Peter Mandelson had failed his security vetting

Trump tells useless NATO to stay away from Hormuz

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:24:13 GMT

The US president again slammed the military bloc for not aiding Washington during the war on Iran

US President Donald Trump has again lashed out against NATO, stressing that he does not need its help in the Strait of Hormuz, and saying that the military bloc was "useless when needed" during the war on Iran.

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"Closely following situation in West Asia": MEA on Pak's role in US-Iran ceasefire

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:02:18 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 17 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday noted that New Delhi is 'closely following developments in the West Asian region,' as the security situation continues to evolve.

During a weekly media briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal was asked about the perceived role of Islamabad in facilitating a ceasefire between the United States and Iran.

'We are closely fo

"Government fully committed": India in active pursuit of Nirav Modi's extradition from UK

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:01:54 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 17 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has reaffirmed the Indian government's steadfast resolve to secure the extradition of fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi from the United Kingdom, confirming that New Delhi remains in constant communication with British officials regarding the matter.

During a media briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal addressed the current status of the

British oil giant faces lawsuit over 500 deaths in Kenya

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:37:41 GMT

Hazardous waste from 1980s oil exploration in the north of the country was left exposed, poisoning groundwater, petitioners have said

British oil and gas giant BP has been sued in Kenya over claims that toxic waste from oil exploration four decades ago poisoned water sources and caused deaths in the East African count

UK Telegraphs new German owner imposes pro-Israel bias journalist

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:34:58 GMT

The Jewish states right to exist is now the papers No.2 core editorial policy, Owen Jones has reported, citing a source

The Daily Telegraph's incoming owner, German-based media conglomerate Axel Springer, is demanding that its employees now stick to a pro-Israel stance, British journalist Owen Jones has reported, citing a letter circulated among staff.

Earlier this week, the UK government c

Telegraphs new German owner imposes pro-Israel bias journalist

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:34:58 GMT

The Jewish states right to exist is now the papers No.2 core editorial policy, Owen Jones has reported, citing a source

Earlier this week, the UK government c

Europe has six weeks of jet fuel left IEA chief

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:23:27 GMT

Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could trigger flight cancelations and higher energy costs, Fatih Birol has told the AP

Europe could run out of jet fuel within weeks if oil supplies continue to be disrupted by the Iran war, the head of the International Energy Agency (IEA) has said.

In an interview with the Associated Press on Thursday, IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol warned of far-re

European allies have capacity to clear mines in Hormuz, says France

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:32:42 GMT

Paris [France], April 17 (ANI): European countries, including Belgium, the Netherlands and France, have the capacity to conduct mine-clearing operations to help secure vital shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, French Defence Minister Catherine Vautrin said on Friday, according to the French TV Station TF1.

Vautrin told TF1 that European states could provide 'fully supported escort services' or vessels

South African politician jailed for firing gun at rally

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:02:55 GMT

Julius Malema has filed an appeal against the sentence and accused the magistrate of being racist

South African opposition figure Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in prison for firing a rifle at a party rally nearly a decade ago, in a ruling that could cost him his seat in Parliament if upheld on appeal.

Malema, leader of the left-wing Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), was conv

Congress MPs accuse Centre of misleading House on Women's Reservation Bill, seek all-party meet

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:32:27 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 17 (ANI): Congress MPs on Friday accused the Centre of misleading the House on the Women's Reservation Bill and opposed its linkage with the proposed Delimitation Bill, demanding an all-party meeting before voting.

Congress MP Mallu Ravi alleged the Prime Minister was making 'misleading statements' on the floor of the House and added that the party had sought an all-party meeting ahead of

West Asia energy output may take two years to recover: IEA on Iran war impact

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:01:32 GMT

Bern [Switzerland], April 17 (ANI): The Middle East could take upto two years to restore lost energy production following the war with Iran, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA), as reported by Switzerland's Neue Zuercher Zeitung newspaper.

IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol told the Swiss newspaper that recovery timelines would vary across the region depending on national production capacities and

Marco Rubio, UK Foreign Secretary discuss Iran ceasefire and security in Strait of Hormuz; stress need to restore free navigation

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:01:10 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 17 (ANI): The US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke to the United Kingdom Foreign Secretary, Yvette Cooper, to discuss the Iran ceasefire and maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, according to Al Jazeera, citing US State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott.

According to the Al Jazeera news report, the US State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigot

Parliament Session: Oppn MPs from Telangana protest against Tejasvi Surya's remarks in Lok Sabha

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:59:58 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 17 (ANI): Opposition MPs from Telangana protested against BJP MP Tejasvi Surya outside Parliament on Friday, for comparing the formation of the state to the partition of India and accusing Congress of dividing Andhra Pradesh.

The Opposition MPs demanded that Tejasvi Surya apologise for his remarks in the Lok Sabha on Thursday.

Addressing the Lower House of Parliament, Surya had said

UK PM Starmer, French President Macron to host global meet on reopening Strait of Hormuz

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:58:41 GMT

London [UK], April 17 (ANI): British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron are set to host a virtual meeting of world leaders to discuss efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and secure vital shipping routes, CNN reported.

Leaders from around 40 countries are expected to participate in the summit, focusing on supporting the fragile ceasefire involving Iran and ensuring safe passage thr

Nuggets, Pacers set to face off in Mexico City in November

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:40:31 GMT

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The Denver Nuggets and Indiana Pacers will face off in next season's Mexico City game at the Arena CDMX on Saturday, Nov. 7, the NBA announced Thursday.

The game will be the league's 35th played in Mexico since 1992. For the third straight year, it will be played during the week of Mexico's annual Dia de Muertos holiday, with a themed basketball court to

Kerosene Shortage Fear Grows as Europe Braces for Flight Chaos

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:14:00 GMT

Following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, concerns are mounting over a potential shortage of aviation fuel, with experts warning that disruptions in kerosene supplies could lead to significant reductions in air traffic across Europe in the coming months. The situation remains uncertain, including when shortages might begin to affect operations.

Asian markets are considered most exposed, but Europe also relie

Climate Change: A Narrative of Global Injustice Hidden Behind Science

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 03:45:22 GMT

By Nazrul Islam (Dhaka Bureau)

We generally measure climate change through carbon emission graphs, global warming statistics, or images of melting glaciers. However, in light of recent research by climate scientist Friederike Otto, published in the British media outlet The Guardian, it becomes clear that climate change is not merely a 'scientific problem'- it is, in fact, a d

London to host team time trial finale of 2027 women's Tour de France

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:08:12 GMT

A brutal Grand Depart for the 2027TourdeFranceFemmes will culminate in a historic team timetrialthrough the streets ofLondon, organisers said on Monday.

TheTourdeFranceand thewomen's version will both begin in Britain in 2027 -- the first time both races have started in the same foreign country in the same year.

The British start promises to be a landmark moment for women'scycling, with the three-day Grand

Wisconsin architects using engineered wood to build skyscrapers

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:58:49 GMT

By Matt Simon for Grist.

Broadcast version by Judith Ruiz-Branch for Wisconsin News Connection reporting for the Grist-Public News Service Collaboration

Picture yourself in a wind-swept forest. Leaves are rustling an

Manchester City beats Arsenal, reignites Premier League title race

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 18:45:47 GMT

Manchester Cityswung the race for the championship in its favor by beatingArsenal2-1 on Sunday thanks to a second-half winner byErling Haaland.

Haalands league-leading 23rd goal of the campaign in the 65th minute allowed City to trim the gap to Arsenal, the long-time front-runner, to three points. City has a game in hand at relegation-threatened Burnley on Wednesday, after which Pep Guardiolas team is likely to h

Climate Change: A Narrative of Global Injustice Hidden Behind Science

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:15:22 GMT

By Nazrul Islam (Dhaka Bureau)

We generally measure climate change through carbon emission graphs, global warming statistics, or images of melting glaciers. However, in light of recent research by climate scientist Friederike Otto, published in the British media outletThe Guardian, it becomes clear that climate change is not merely a ‘scientific problem'- it is, in fact, a deep and escalating cri

Chris Godwin Jr. Poised for Breakout Campaign

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:22:48 GMT

In his pre-draft press conference, General Manager Jason Licht discussed the excitement surrounding Chris Godwin Jr. in 2026 and his back-to-form finish in 2025

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The Buccaneers will undergo offensive revitalization under new Offensive Coordinator Zac Robinson. A retooled system will be installed this offseason as the play-caller works to maximize the weapons in his arsenal, including wide recei

The Iran War and the Indo-Pacific Cost of Selective Legality

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:31:40 GMT

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The widening U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran is usually narrated as a Middle Eastern crisis. That is true, but strategically incomplete. Since the 28 February 2026 strikes on Iran and the wider conflict that followed, European governments have tried to distinguish non-participation, defensive assistance, and offensive enablement,

When a spouse starts a business, the other partner pays a hidden price

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:06:12 GMT

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When an entrepreneur leaves a salaried job to pursue a venture, the conversation nearly always centres on them: the risk they're taking, the opportunity they're pursuing and the funding they need.

But for every entrepreneur who makes that leap, there's often a spouse or partner who may not have chosen the startup life b

Latest updates on energy prices worldwide at 0200 GMT, April 21

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 02:45:45 GMT

BEIJING, April 21 (Xinhua) -- The following are the latest updates on energy and oil prices provided by London Stock Exchange Group at 0200 GMT, April 21.

Commodity Last Price

Brent Crude Oil 94.99 USD

Heating Oil 3.52 USD

Natural Gas 2.66 USD

RBOB Gasoline 3.10 USD

WTI Crude Oil 88.40 USD

(This article is generated by Xinhua News Robot.)

Latest updates on agriculture prices worldwide at 0200 GMT, April 21

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 02:45:42 GMT

BEIJING, April 21 (Xinhua) -- The following are the latest updates on agriculture prices provided by London Stock Exchange Group at 0200 GMT, April 21.

Commodity Last Price

Cattle 249.60 USc

Corn 451.50 USc

Soybeans 1,167.75 USc

Wheat 597.75 USc

(This article is generated by Xinhua News Robot.)

Latest updates on metals prices worldwide at 0200 GMT, April 21

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 02:45:38 GMT

BEIJING, April 21 (Xinhua) -- The following are the latest updates on metals prices provided by London Stock Exchange Group at 0200 GMT, April 21.

Commodity Last Price

COMEX Gold 4,806.60 USD

Copper 6.04 USD

Iron ore 107.09 USD

Palladium 1,566.50 USD

Platinum 2,083.00 USD

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Roundup: Egyptian-Chinese art performance marks UN Chinese Language Day in Cairo

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:45:05 GMT

CAIRO, April 20 (Xinhua) -- A lively Egyptian-Chinese cultural performance was held in Cairo on Monday to mark this year's United Nations Chinese Language Day.

As part of China-Afri

U.S. stocks close lower as oil prices surge on renewed Mideast tensions

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:45:10 GMT

NEW YORK, April 20 (Xinhua) -- U.S. stocks ended slightly lower on Monday, with modest declines across major benchmarks as investors monitored rising oil prices amid renewed uncertainty in the Middle East.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 0.01 percent to 49,442.56. The S&P 500 sank 0.24 percent to 7,109.14. The Nasdaq Composite Index shed 0.26 percent to 24,404.39.

Six of the 11 primary S&

Starmer accuses Foreign Office of hiding Mandelson security vetting failure

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:45:03 GMT

LONDON, April 20 (Xinhua) -- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday that Foreign Office officials overruled the recommendation from United Kindom Security Vetting (UKSV) and proceeded to grant Peter Mandelson developed vetting clearance.

Accusing the Foreign Office of withholding the information that Mandelson initially failed security vetting for the role of U.S. ambassador, Starmer told the parlia

Iran forces U.S. troops to retreat from Strait of Hormuz, opening new shipping route

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:15:25 GMT

TEHRAN, April 20 (Xinhua) -- The Navy of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) reportedly forced U.S. troops to retreat on Sunday after they opened fire on an Iranian commercial ship near the Gulf of Oman, the semi-official Mehr news agency reported.

The IRGC also announced the opening of a new route for ships through the Strait of Hormuz.

Citing exclusive sources, the report said the "terrorist"

Man City beats Arsenal in title showdown, Liverpool edges Merseyside derby

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:46:42 GMT

LONDON, April 20 (Xinhua) -- Manchester City moved to within three points of the top of the Premier League on Sunday with a 2-1 win at home to top-of the table Arsenal after a tense encounter in the Etihad Stadium.

Goals from Rayan Cherki after 16 minutes and Erling Haaland after 65 minutes leave Pep Guardiola's side three points behind Arsenal but with an extra game to play, and City will go top with a win away

New research finds few improvements for British Columbia's endangered wildlife

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:29:36 GMT

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British Columbia's wildlife is in trouble, and governments aren't working hard enough to keep wild animals and plants alive. How do we know?

Fortunately, the provincial government has long kept extensive records of the animals and plant life that call its lands and waters home.

In his national address at Maphisa Stadium, Matabeleland South Province, Mnangagwa noted post-independence progress in various sectors of the country's economy, in

Economic Watch: South China's algorithm competition fuels high-quality development in AI Industry

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:15:46 GMT

GUANGZHOU, April 18 (Xinhua) -- As a significant hub for manufacturing, trade and commerce, Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong Province in southern China, is actively positioning itself as a center for technological innovation through initiatives like the annual Pazhou Algorithm Competition.

Pazhou, located in Guangzhou's Haizhu District, also serves as the annual host of the Canton Fair. The algorithm competit

U.S. stocks advance as S&P 500 crosses 7,100 threshold

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:15:05 GMT

NEW YORK, April 17 (Xinhua) -- U.S. stocks finished higher on Friday, propelled by a sharp drop in global oil prices and easing geopolitical tensions, with the S&P 500 crossing the 7,100 milestone for the first time.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 1.79 percent to 49,447.43. The S&P 500 added 1.2 percent to 7,126.06. The Nasdaq Composite Index increased by 1.52 percent to 24,468.48, securing its lo

2nd LD Writethru: Macron says Iran's announcement of reopening Strait of Hormuz goes in right direction

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:45:09 GMT

PARIS, April 17 (Xinhua) -- French President Emmanuel Macron said Friday that Iran's announcement of reopening Strait of Hormuz goes in right direction.

Macron made the remarks in a joint declaration following a conference co-hosted by France and Britain in Paris, which brought together 49 countries to discuss securing freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Ger

1st LD : Macron says Iran's announcement of reopening Strait of Hormuz goes in right direction

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:45:10 GMT

PARIS, April 17 (Xinhua) -- French President Emmanuel Macron said Friday that Iran's announcement of reopening Strait of Hormuz goes in right direction.

Macron made the remarks following a conference co-hosted by France and Britain in Paris, which brought together 49 countries to discuss securing freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, German Chancellor Friedric

London police say Israeli embassy not attacked, probe ongoing

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:45:12 GMT

LONDON, April 17 (Xinhua) -- The Metropolitan Police said on Friday that there is no evidence the Israeli Embassy in London has been attacked, as officers investigate suspicious items found in Kensington Gardens.

There is an increased police presence in the area, where officers are assessing a number of discarded items. As a precaution, some of the deployed officers are wearing protective clothing, said the poli

Starmer "absolutely furious" for not being told about Mandelson's security clearance failure: reports

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:15:13 GMT

LONDON, April 17 (Xinhua) -- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he is "absolutely furious" for not having been told that Peter Mandelson failed security vetting clearance before becoming British ambassador to the United States, British media reported on Friday.

"I was not told that he had failed security vetting, no minister was told... Number 10 wasn't told, that is completely unacceptable," said Starmer,

Preview: Title decider in Premier League this weekend

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:16:33 GMT

LONDON, April 17 (Xinhua) -- Second-placed Manchester City hosts leader Arsenal on Sunday in a game that could decide the outcome of this season's Premier League title race.

Arsenal's defeat at home to Bournemouth last weekend, coupled with Manchester City's win away to Chelsea, threw the title race wide open. Although Arsenal holds a six-point lead, Manchester City has a game in hand, and victory at the Etihad

New advice on avoiding British cod: how to make sure your fish and chips are sustainably sourced

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:00:32 GMT

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Diners may soon need to rethink a staple of the classic English fish supper. The Marine Conservation Society, an environmental charity in the UK, recently downgraded all UK cod stocks and removed them from its list of sustainable seafood.

The Marine Conservation Society's Good Fish Guide, a tool designed to help consumer

Starmer questioned over ambassador security clearance failure

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:45:22 GMT

LONDON, April 17 (Xinhua) -- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been questioned after it was reported that Peter Mandelson took up the post as British Ambassador to the United States despite failing security vetting clearance.

The Guardian revealed on Thursday that Mandelson was denied the clearance in January 2025 after a developed vetting process, a confidential background check by security officials, but

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