A rare but deadly case of pneumonic plague has claimed the life of a resident in northern Arizona, marking the first confirmed fatality from the disease in Coconino County since 2007. The patient died at Flagstaff Medical Center shortly after arriving at the emergency department, according to Northern Arizona Healthcare. Despite immediate medical intervention and life-saving resuscitation efforts, the patient could not be saved.

Over 2,145 senior-ranking NASA employees are expected to depart following the Trump administration’s proposal to slash nearly 25% of the agency’s funding. According to Politico, which cited internal documents, the move is part of a broader effort to streamline federal operations and reduce government spending.

More than 100 people have been confirmed dead after catastrophic flash floods struck central Texas, with search and rescue teams still working around the clock to locate missing persons. Heavy rains north of San Antonio early Friday caused the Guadalupe River to rise over 8 meters in just 45 minutes, triggering one of the worst flash floods the U.S. has seen in decades.

The Israeli Air Force has launched its third major wave of airstrikes across Iran within 24 hours, according to IDF spokesman Effie Defrin. On Wednesday evening, Israeli jets targeted western Iran, striking operatives attempting to access surface-to-surface missiles stored at previously hit sites. The first wave, carried out overnight, involved over 50 fighter jets attacking around 40 locations near Tehran, including a centrifuge production site and a facility producing anti-

Colombian senator and presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe remains in an "extremely critical" condition after being shot during a campaign speech in Bogotá on June 7. The 39-year-old conservative politician was struck twice in the head and once in the leg by a 15-year-old suspected hitman. Doctors said he is suffering from persistent cerebral edema and uncontrollable intercerebral bleeding.

Tensions in the Middle East have dramatically escalated after Iran launched a second wave of missile and drone attacks on Israel early Saturday, following Israel's massive air assault dubbed Operation "Rising Lion." The Israeli offensive, reportedly one of the largest in its history, targeted deep Iranian territory, including nuclear sites and missile facilities, killing top military officials and scientists.

A London-bound Air India flight, AI171, crashed into a residential area in Meghaninagar, Ahmedabad, shortly after takeoff on Thursday afternoon. The Boeing 787, carrying 242 people—including 230 passengers and 12 crew members—had departed from runway 23 at 1:39 pm. Moments later, it issued a "Mayday" distress call, signaling a life-threatening emergency. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) confirmed the call was made, but communication with the aircraft was lost

Tensions escalated in the Middle East after Iran posted a cryptic message on ‘X’, stating, “We are Ready,” amid reports that Israel is preparing to strike Iran’s nuclear sites. U.S. intelligence fears a retaliatory response, including possible attacks on American assets in Iraq. In response, the U.S. has urged some citizens to leave the region and is relocating military personnel, with President Trump emphasizing, “They can’t have a nuclear weapon

On Tuesday, June 10, Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg returned to her homeland after being deported from Israel. Thunberg had been detained along with several other activists while aboard a boat attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The Israeli authorities intercepted the vessel and later deported the activists involved.

Father’s Day, celebrated on the third Sunday of June in many countries including India, is a heartfelt tribute to the love, strength, and guidance of fathers and father figures. In 2025, it will be observed on June 15. The occasion offers families a chance to express gratitude through meaningful gestures, personalised gifts, and special time spent together.

On Sunday evening, a powerful tornado was spotted near Sherman, Texas, prompting widespread concern as severe weather alerts expanded across the state. Videos posted by residents and storm chasers revealed intense thunderstorms and wind speeds reaching up to 90 mph. One forecaster reported a “strong tornado ongoing” north of Sherman, near Dallas.

In retaliation to Ukraine's Operation Spiderweb, which damaged a third of Russia's cruise missile carriers, Russia launched its most extensive assault in the ongoing three-year war. Over 400 drones and 40 missiles struck nine Ukrainian regions, including Kyiv, Lviv, and Sumy. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed at least six fatalities, including three firefighters in Kyiv and civilians in Lutsk and Chernihiv. Around 80 people were injured, and more may be trapped

Russia has downplayed hopes for a breakthrough in peace talks with Ukraine held in Istanbul, where negotiations lasted under two hours. While both sides exchanged prisoner swap lists and peace proposals, no significant progress was made. Ukraine’s call for an unconditional ceasefire was rejected by Moscow, which instead proposed limited truces lasting just two to three days. Russia also demanded Ukrainian withdrawal from four annexed regions as a condition to pause hostilitie

South Koreans are voting in a pivotal snap presidential election on Tuesday, June 3, following the dramatic ouster of President Yoon Suk Yeol. His removal came after the Constitutional Court upheld his impeachment by Parliament on April 4, triggered by his imposition of martial law in December 2024. Polling stations opened at 6 am, with over 1.08 million voting within the first hour and 2.5 million by 8 am. More than a third of the 44.39 million eligible voters had already

Ukraine launched one of its most ambitious drone offensives on Sunday, striking five Russian military airbases and targeting 41 aircraft, including strategic bombers Tu-95, Tu-22, and an A-50 radar aircraft. Named "Spider's Web", the covert operation took over 18 months to plan and involved smuggling 117 drones into Russia in wooden crates. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy hailed it as a "brilliant operation", revealing that the mission’s command center operated near an FSB offi

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet newly appointed German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin on Wednesday, as Ukraine seeks additional military aid amid a surge in Russian airstrikes. Since assuming office three weeks ago, Merz has been actively pushing for a ceasefire and working to maintain Western unity in support of Ukraine. Germany, second only to the US in military assistance to Ukraine, remains a critical partner.

In a major policy shift, US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the government will no longer recommend COVID-19 vaccines for healthy children and pregnant women. Instead, vaccines will be advised only for adults aged 65 and older and those with underlying health conditions. This change aligns the US with nations like the UK, Germany, and France, where annual boosters target high-risk groups. Kennedy, known for his anti-vaccine stance, called it a “common sense”

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to return all hostages—both living and dead—as Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed at least 52 people, including 33 in a school-turned-shelter. The military said the site was a Hamas and Islamic Jihad command hub, though many victims were reportedly children. The pledge came amid confusion over a proposed ceasefire. A Palestinian source close to Hamas claimed the group accepted a U.S.-backed 70-day truce deal involving the

Following the U.S. government’s decision to ban Harvard University from enrolling international students for the 2025–2026 academic year, Hong Kong's Education Bureau is urging local universities to attract affected scholars. The ban, attributed to alleged antisemitism and ties to the Chinese Communist Party, will force international students—many of whom are Chinese nationals—to seek alternatives.

Former President Donald Trump announced that US Steel will remain headquartered in Pittsburgh, citing a major investment boost from its partnership with Japan’s Nippon Steel. The collaboration, he said, will generate 70,000 jobs and inject $14 billion into the U.S. economy, mostly within 14 months. Following his statement on TruthSocial, US Steel shares surged nearly 24% on Friday, according to AFP.

Federal authorities have labeled the Washington, D.C. shooting outside a Jewish museum as an act of terrorism and hate crime. Elias Rodriguez, 31, allegedly shot and killed two Israeli Embassy staffers who were soon to be engaged. Witnesses heard him shout, “I did it for Palestine, I did it for Gaza” and “Free Palestine” while being taken into custody.

Russian President Vladimir Putin made his first visit to the border region of Kursk on Wednesday, following Russia’s recapture of the area from Ukrainian forces last month. His trip included meetings with local volunteer groups and an inspection of a nuclear power plant. Kursk, briefly seized by Ukraine in August 2024, marked the first incursion into Russian territory since World War II.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has firmly rejected U.S. criticism of Tehran’s nuclear program, stating that Iran does not need American approval to enrich uranium. Speaking at a memorial for the late President Ebrahim Raisi, Khamenei dismissed U.S. warnings as “nonsense,” emphasizing that “no one in Iran is waiting for their permission” and that the country will continue to follow its own policies.

King Charles has personally written a message of support to former U.S. President Joe Biden, who was recently diagnosed with aggressive Stage 4 prostate cancer. Buckingham Palace confirmed that the monarch, currently undergoing treatment for an undisclosed cancer, reached out with a heartfelt note. On May 18, Biden’s office announced that the 82-year-old was battling cancer that has spread to his bones, following symptoms that

Months after their heated Oval Office exchange, US Vice President JD Vance and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met again on Sunday in Rome. This marked their first face-to-face since the February 28 debate at the White House, where tensions rose over differing views on the war in Ukraine. In Rome, both leaders appeared cordial, sharing smiles in photos posted online. “Our countries share the goal of ending unnecessary bloodshed in Ukraine,” Vance wrote on X, adding

Balochistan’s decades-long struggle for autonomy resurfaced this week as Baloch representative Mir Yar Baloch symbolically declared independence from Pakistan. Though largely symbolic, the announcement has reignited global attention on the region’s historical grievances and ongoing unrest.

In a historic first, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi was closed to the public to welcome US President Donald Trump during his official visit to the United Arab Emirates. The visit, part of Trump’s wider Middle East tour including stops in Saudi Arabia and Qatar, began with a solemn tribute at the mausoleum of the UAE’s Founding Father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.

India has suspended the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan following the April 22 terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, which claimed 26 lives. Citing national security, India paused the 1960 World Bank-brokered agreement and linked its resumption to Pakistan ending support for terrorism. Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated, "Water and blood cannot flow together," emphasizing that terror and talks or trade cannot coexist.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that Israel's war in Gaza will continue, even if a new deal is struck to release more hostages. His statement followed U.S. President Donald Trump's visit to the region and the release of Israeli-American soldier Edan Alexander, negotiated directly by the Trump administration. Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes hit two hospitals in Khan Younis, killing at least eight and wounding dozens. Netanyahu insisted the mission to "destroy

President Donald Trump has begun a four-day Middle East trip with high-stakes meetings in Saudi Arabia. His first stop is with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss curbing Iran’s nuclear ambitions, resolving the Gaza conflict, and maintaining low oil prices. A formal dinner and Gulf Cooperation Council gathering will follow. Trump values cheap oil as key to controlling inflation and countering Russia's war in Ukraine. Yet, with Brent crude at $64.77 a barrel, Saudi Ara

Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed resuming direct peace talks with Ukraine in Istanbul on May 15, without preconditions. The offer follows a joint call from France, Germany, the UK, and Poland—backed by U.S. President Donald Trump—for an unconditional 30-day ceasefire starting Monday. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has insisted on a ceasefire before talks.

In a significant show of international presence, leaders from 27 nations gathered in Moscow alongside Russian President Vladimir Putin to mark the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. The commemorative Victory Day parade was held at Red Square, where President Putin addressed the gathering with a message highlighting unity and shared sacrifice.

Robert Francis Prevost, a 69-year-old American prelate and member of the Augustinian order, has been elected the new Pope, making him the second consecutive pontiff from the Americas after Argentina's Pope Francis. Born in Chicago, Prevost had served extensively in Peru and was appointed Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops and President of the Pontifical Commission for Latin America in 2023. These roles were entrusted to him by Pope Francis, who also made him a Cardinal.

Following India's precision missile strikes under Operation Sindoor, targeting terror hubs in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, border states Rajasthan and Punjab are on high alert. The strikes, a response to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians, destroyed Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed training centers.

Canada’s new Prime Minister, Mark Carney, will meet U.S. President Donald Trump in the Oval Office on Tuesday, aiming to address rising hostilities between the two nations. Carney’s unexpected election win was fueled by growing public anger over Trump’s actions—particularly his call to make Canada the 51st U.S. state and the imposition of harsh tariffs affecting key Canadian industries like auto manufacturing and energy. These moves, widely seen as an attack on Canada’s sover

Iran's Defense Ministry revealed its latest ballistic missile, Qassem Basir, on May 4, during a televised interview with Defense Minister General Aziz Nasirzadeh. The solid-fueled missile boasts a range of at least 1,200 kilometers and features a thermal imaging guidance system that enables high precision, even without GPS and under electronic interference. Designed to bypass advanced missile defense systems, it enhances Iran’s strategic deterrence capabilities. The missile w

Tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated after Pakistan's ambassador to Russia, Muhammad Khalid Jamali, warned of potential nuclear retaliation. Speaking to Russian broadcaster RT, Jamali claimed Islamabad has credible intelligence suggesting imminent Indian military strikes. He declared Pakistan would respond with "the full spectrum of power, both conventional and nuclear" if attacked or if India disrupts its water supply.

Israel launched an airstrike early Friday near Syria’s presidential palace in Damascus, following intense clashes between pro-government forces and Druze fighters. The strike, the second this week, was a direct message to Syria’s leadership, now increasingly influenced by Islamist groups such as Hayat Tahrir al-Sham. Israeli leaders warned Damascus against advancing on Druze-populated areas, vowing to protect the minority community.

The United States and Ukraine have signed a pivotal minerals deal aimed at deepening economic ties and supporting Ukraine’s reconstruction. Signed in Washington by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Ukrainian First Deputy Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, the agreement establishes a joint investment fund and grants the US access to Ukraine’s rare earth mineral reserves. The deal comes after a tense Oval Office meeting between President Donald Trump and Ukraine’s leadershi

The United Kingdom joined the United States in a fresh wave of airstrikes against Yemen’s Houthi rebels, marking its first involvement in America’s intensified Operation Rough Rider campaign under the Trump administration. The UK Ministry of Defense stated Royal Air Force Typhoon jets targeted a drone manufacturing site 15 miles south of Sanaa with Paveway IV bombs. Conducted at night to limit civilian risk, the strike aimed to counter threats to Red Sea shipping

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to remain in power, but his hopes for a majority government appear uncertain. Late Monday night, with results in from nearly all ridings, the Liberals were projected to win 163 seats—just short of the 170 needed for a majority—while the Conservatives trailed closely with 146. Carney, making his electoral debut, secured a commanding win in Nepean, Ontario, garnering nearly two-thirds of the vote.

Canadians head to the polls today in a pivotal election that could redefine the nation's political and economic direction. New Liberal leader and Prime Minister Mark Carney, 60, a former central banker, faces stiff competition amid inflation, housing crises, and a worsening trade war with the US under President Trump

China has reiterated that no trade discussions with the United States are taking place, countering President Donald Trump's claims of a call with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. In an interview with Time magazine published Friday, Trump mentioned Xi "called," but offered no details. However, China’s commerce ministry denied on Thursday that any negotiations were underway.

Amid growing turbulence in the Pentagon, Chief of Staff Joe Kasper is stepping down under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, a senior defense official confirmed Thursday. Kasper will continue serving President Trump as a Special Government Employee (SGE), focusing on special projects. His departure follows the recent dismissal of three senior officials—Darin Selnick, Dan Caldwell, and Colin Carroll—amid a leak investigation reportedly tied to disputes with Kasper.

In a revolutionary breakthrough, scientists at King’s College London have successfully grown human teeth in a lab using the patient’s own cells. These bioengineered teeth mimic natural development, integrate into the jaw, and even have the ability to repair themselves. Unlike traditional fillings and implants, which are artificial and often deteriorate over time, these teeth offer a natural and regenerative alternative

Prime Minister Narendra Modi cut short his Saudi Arabia visit and returned to India early Wednesday after a deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. At least 28 tourists, including two foreign nationals, were killed, and several others were critically injured in a brutal shooting at a meadow near the tourist hotspot.

Pope Francis, the first Latin American head of the Roman Catholic Church, passed away on April 21 at the age of 88, following a stroke. The Vatican confirmed the news through Reverend Cardinal Kevin Joseph Farrell, Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, who announced the Pope's death at 7:35 a.m. in Rome. The Holy See stated that Pope Francis’ body was laid to rest at the Chapel of his Santa Marta residence on the evening of April 21. It is expected to be transferred to St.

US Vice President JD Vance will embark on his first official visit to India from April 21 to 24, accompanied by his Indian-origin wife, Usha Chilukuri Vance, and their three children. His arrival at New Delhi’s Air Force Station Palam is scheduled for 9:30 AM IST on Monday, with a formal reception at 10:00 AM.

Mexico has confirmed its first human case of myiasis caused by a New World screwworm, according to the Health Ministry. A 77-year-old woman from Acacoyagua, Chiapas, was diagnosed and is currently stable, undergoing antibiotic treatment. Myiasis is a parasitic infection where fly larvae, or maggots, infest open wounds and feed on living tissue.

At least 25 Palestinians were killed and 89 injured in the last 24 hours across the Gaza Strip, according to Gaza’s health ministry. Among the dead were 10 members of the Hassouna family, including women and children, following an Israeli airstrike in Gaza City’s al-Tuffah neighborhood.