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US payroll growth beats forecasts as unemployment holds firm

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 11:38:59 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C.: The U.S. labor market continued to outperform expectations in May, with employers adding more jobs than forecast and unemployment remaining steady, reinforcing signs that hiring momentum has strengthened in recent months despite economic uncertainty and rising inflation.

The Labor Department reported that nonfarm payrolls increased by 172,000 jobs last month,

North Korea reveals new facility to produce nuclear fuel

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 03:21:18 GMT

SEOUL, South Korea: North Korea, on June 4, revealed a new facility for producing fuel used in nuclear weapons, with leader Kim Jong Un saying the country plans to expand its nuclear forces rapidly.

Some experts still doubt whether North Korea has fully working nuclear missiles that can reach the U.S. mainland. However, revealing this new plant suggests Kim wants to establish North Korea as a nuclear power firml

Colorado coach Deion Sanders now 'cancer free'

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:05:05 GMT

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Colorado head coach Deion Sanders announced he is 'cancer free' heading into the 2026 season.

The Pro Football Hall of Famer talked about his battle with bladder cancer Tuesday on 'Good Morning America.'

'I've got my health back. I've got my swagger back,' said Sanders, 58. 'Last year at this time I was fighting cancer, didn't know which way it was going to go.

91Wheels and Mahindra Electric Complete Record-setting Cross-border EV Expedition from India to Bhutan

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:06:29 GMT

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New Delhi [India], June 10: 91Wheels.com, in collaboration with Mahindra Electric Automobile Limited (MEAL), has successfully completed a landmark cross-border electric vehicle expedition from New Delhi, India, to Thimphu, Bhutan.

The expedition saw a convoy of 10 Mahindra Electric Origin SUVs undertake the 1,850-kilometre journey to Bhutan's capital, demonst

US spends more on nukes than rest of world combined watchdog

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:58:52 GMT

Washingtons nuclear weapons budget rose by $12.4 billion in a single year, according to ICAN

US spending on nuclear weapons surged by nearly a quarter in 2025 compared to the previous year, according to findings by an anti-nuclear watchdog.

In a report released on Tuesday, the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) said the world's nine nuclear-armed states spent nearly $1

Taiwan test-fires US-supplied missiles towards China

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:08:50 GMT

The live-fire drill comes as Taipei is expanding its missile arsenal despite repeated warnings from Beijing

Taiwan has launched approximately 36 US-supplied missiles into the water off the coast of mainland China, in a first-of-its-kind live-fire drill on the self-governing island's west coast.

The exercise comes amid mounting tensions between Taipei and Beijing, which considers Taiwan sove

Taiwan test-fires US-supplied missiles towards mainland China

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:08:50 GMT

The live-fire drill comes as Taipei is expanding its missile arsenal despite repeated warnings from Beijing

Taiwan has launched approximately 36 US-supplied missiles into the water off the coast of mainland China, in a first-of-its-kind live-fire drill on the self-governing island's west coast.

The exercise comes amid mounting tensions between Taipei and Beijing, which considers Taiwan sove

Explosion heard near Iran's Qeshm island

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:32:30 GMT

Tehran [Iran], June 10 (ANI): An explosion has been reported in the vicinity of Qeshm Island in southern Iran, according to the country's Mehr News Agency.

Detailing the initial reports from the ground, the news agency stated that 'the exact nature of these sounds is still unknown.'

The incident follows a night of intense military exchanges in the region. Linking the blasts to ongoing cross-border hostiliti

Nationals strive to continue successful run in San Francisco

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:25:08 GMT

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The Washington Nationals will seek to continue their recent mastery at Oracle Park in San Francisco when they go for a three-game sweep of the Giants on Wednesday afternoon.

Daylen Lile has provided big hits for the Nationals, who entered the series with two wins in three tries against the Arizona Diamondbacks to kick off a weeklong trip. Washington added 4-3 and 6-3

Tehran cites UN self-defence clause for retaliatory strikes on US

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:32:33 GMT

Tehran [Iran], June 10 (ANI): The Iranian Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the US military strikes on southern Iran, labelling the overnight attacks as a 'blatant violation' of international law.

According to a report by Al Jazeera, the ministry issued an official statement asserting that 'in the early minutes of Wednesday morning ... the US regime launched brutal attacks against areas in the south of the

Iran launches retaliatory missile strikes on US targets

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:43:41 GMT

Tehran said it attacked American-linked military sites in Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has published footage of missile launches it said were aimed at American military facilities in several Arab countries, describing the operation as retaliation for recent US attacks.

Tensions between Washington and Tehranhave surgedin recent days alongside a

Iran's FM Araghchi discusses US strikes with Saudi, Turkish counterparts

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:02:21 GMT

Tehran [Iran], June 10 (ANI): Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has held separate telephonic conversations overnight with his counterparts in Saudi Arabia and Turkiye to review intensifying geopolitical friction, it was reported by the country's IRNA news agency.

The diplomatic dialogues focused primarily on a thorough assessment of the latest regional developments following the US attacks on areas in south

MLB roundup: White Sox's Braden Montgomery hits walk-off HR in debut

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:40:23 GMT

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Braden Montgomery belted a game-ending, two-run homer in the 10th inning in his major league debut to lift the host Chicago White Sox to a 6-5 victory against the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday.

Montgomery connected against Braves closer Raisel Iglesias (0-1) in the bottom of the 10th after Atlanta's Mauricio Dubon hit a go-ahead single against Grant Taylor on the first p

Pakistan name 15-member squad for Asian Games 2026

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:33:06 GMT

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 10 (ANI): Pakistan have announced their 15-member squad for the upcoming Asian Games 2026, with several new faces included in the lineup, according to the International Cricket Council (ICC).

The squad features uncapped players Akif Javed, Ali Raza, Maaz Sadaqat and Saad Masood, who are in contention to make their T20I debuts during the tournament.

Experienced batter Sahibzada Far

Trump says Bill Pulte will take over as acting US intelligence chief from June 19

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:00:34 GMT

Washington, DC [US], June 10 (ANI): US President Donald Trump has announced that Bill Pulte will assume the role of Acting Director of National Intelligence (DNI) starting June 19, whilst concurrently maintaining his leadership position at the country's primary housing regulatory body.

In a post on Truth Social, the President stated, 'William Pulte, who is working closely with Tulsi Gabbard, will be taking over a

Air raid sirens blare across Bahrain for second time following IRGC drone strike on US Fifth Fleet

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:59:26 GMT

Manama [Bahrain], June 10 (ANI): Precautionary emergency protocols were triggered as air raid sirens were activated across Bahrain for a second time within an hour, prompting authorities to renew public safety warnings amid escalating regional friction.

In an official statement issued in a post on X, Bahrain's Interior Ministry told people, for the second time in the past hour, to 'remain calm and head to the nea

Early offense sparks Nationals to another win over Giants

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:25:12 GMT

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Luis Garcia Jr. hit the 11th pitch of the game for a two-run homer, James Wood had three hits and scored twice, and the visiting Washington Nationals made it two straight wins over the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday with a front-running 6-3 victory.

Andrew Alvarez and four relievers overcame nine hits and seven walks to limit the Giants to three runs, helping the Nat

Jordanian military intercepts 5 Iranian missiles amid sharp US-Tehran escalation in Gulf

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:01:03 GMT

Amman [Jordan], June 10 (ANI): The Jordanian military on Wednesday announced that its air defence systems had successfully intercepted and destroyed multiple projectiles launched from Iranian territory, neutralising an imminent threat over its eastern region.

According to reports citing the military command, the country's defence units intercepted and shot down five missiles launched from Iran that were targeting

US Concludes Retaliatory Strikes On Iran, Says Nearly 20 Targets Hit

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT

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WASHINGTON -- The United States said it has concluded a wave of retaliatory strikes against Iran, targeting nearly 20 military sites after Tehran was blamed for the downing of a US Army Apache helicopter and a series of attacks on US forces and commercial shipping in

Iran Targets US Bases Across Gulf After American Strikes

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT

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Iran Targets US Bases Across Gulf After American Strikes

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps said it had launched missile and drone attacks on a US military base in Jordan and other American-linked targets across the Persian Gulf on June 10 in retaliation for US strikes on Iranian military installations near the Strait of Hormuz.

Iranian media reported that the attacks ta

Limited Strikes, Larger Signal: What The US Attack On Iran Reveals

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:40:13 GMT

WASHINGTON -- The US strikes on Iranian air defense and radar systems appear intended as a limited warning to Tehran rather than the opening salvo of a broader military campaign, according to senior US officials and regional security experts.

The attacks targeted several Iranian air defense and radar systems, with another US official telling RFE/RL that the operation was "ongoing" and focused on air defenses and

New claims against Sean 'Diddy' Combs allege sexual assault of minor

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:33:50 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 10 (ANI): Hip-hop mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs, who was convicted last year on prostitution-related charges, is facing fresh legal trouble after a new lawsuit accused him of sexually assaulting a minor nearly two decades ago.

According to ABC News, an unidentified former child actor alleged that Combs sexually assaulted him during a networking event held in the Hollywood Hills in May 2007, as

War clouds over West Asia as Iran claims targeting F-35 hangars, 21 US air and naval bases in region

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 03:34:12 GMT

Tehran [Iran], June 10 (ANI): Amid a rapidly evolving security situation in West Asia and the Gulf region, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed that it targeted and destroyed hangars of the F-35 fighter jets along with targeting about 21 American air and naval bases, ISNA reported on Wednesday.

Citing the IRGC, the Iranian broadcaster said four key locations were targeted, including the U.S. Army's c

'Elle': First trailer for 'Legally Blonde' prequel series out

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 03:34:00 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 10 (ANI): The trailer for Prime Video's upcoming series 'Elle' has finally arrived, and it offers fans a first look at the early life of the iconic Elle Woods, long before she made her way to Harvard Law School.

The streaming platform on Tuesday unveiled the official trailer for the Legally Blonde prequel series, which follows a teenage Elle Woods as she navigates the ups and downs of hi

Iran's IRGC drones strike US Fifth Fleet in Bahrain; nation-wide air raid sirens sounded

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 03:32:53 GMT

Tehran [Iran], June 10 (ANI): Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Wednesday claimed responsibility for a drone strike targeting a US naval facility in Bahrain.

The development marks a sharp escalation in tensions between Tehran and Washington following recent military exchanges in the Persian Gulf.

In an official statement carried by Iranian media, the IRGC announced that its naval forces lau

US says strikes on Iran 'completed', following downing of Apache helicopter

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:59:49 GMT

Florida [US], June 10 (ANI): The US Central Command announced that the military operations launched against Iran following the downing of an American Army Apache helicopter near the strategic Strait of Hormuz have concluded.

In an official statement, the US Central Command stated, 'CENTCOM forces struck Iranian air defense, ground control stations, and surveillance radar sites near the Strait of Hormuz with preci

US blockade of Cuba killing children UN commissioner

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:49:00 GMT

The sanctions imposed on the island nation by Washington are incompatible with international human rights law, according to Volker Turk

Children in Cuba are dying amid acute shortages of essential medical supplies caused by US-imposed economic sanctions, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk has said.

The island nation has endured daily blackouts and severe fuel defi

"US-India partnership has never been stronger": John Cornyn congratulates PM Modi on record tenure

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:30:43 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 10 (ANI): US Senator John Cornyn on Tuesday (local time) congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on becoming India's longest-serving elected Prime Minister, noting his leadership has spanned 4,399 days across three democratic mandates.

He praised Modi's tenure, citing India's economic growth and efforts in lifting millions out of poverty, and said the US-India partnership has never be

Judge blocks Trumps $100,000 foreign worker visa fee

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:51:40 GMT

The White House has said the surcharge was meant to curb abuse of the program and protect American jobs

A US federal judge has struck down President Donald Trump's $100,000 fee on new skilled-worker visas, ruling that the White House could not impose the charge without approval from Congress.

The fee applied to new H-1B visa petitions filed on behalf of foreign workers outside the US. The p

World Cup 2026 is yet to kick off. So why is there so much chaos

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:36:15 GMT

US entry bans, outrageous ticket prices, and organizational problems have overshadowed footballs biggest spectacle

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to kick off this week, has already been overshadowed by political disputes and concerns over the tournament's organization. Immigration rows, travel restrictions, and ticketing complaints have emerged as major flashpoints ahead of the opening match. Here

Iranian state media claims explosion heard in various regions of Iran as US CENTCOM begins retaliatory strikes

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:30:49 GMT

Tehran [Iran], June 10 (ANI): Iran's state media - Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) - on Wednesday claimed that explosions were reportedly heard in the country's southern Hormozgan province following US Central Command (CENTCOM) strikes described as 'self-defence operations' against Iranian targets.

Multiple explosions were reported across southern Iran, including in Bandar Abbas, Sirik, Jask and Qeshm Island,

"Leave our region if you want to be safe": Iran warns US amid escalating tensions

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:30:23 GMT

Tehran [Iran], June 10 (ANI): Amid escalating tensions, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Wednesday (local time) warned the United States, saying it should 'leave' the Persian Gulf region for its safety.

He said Iran's armed forces would respond to any attack or threat and added that 'intruding outsiders' in the Persian Gulf have faced dire consequences in history.

In a post on X, Araghchi wrote, '

Matt Turner could go from '94 World Cup baby to U.S. starter in '26

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:19:12 GMT

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IRVINE, Calif. -- Regardless if he starts the United States men's national team's tournament-opening match Friday vs. Paraguay, goalkeeper Matt Turner embodies the importance of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to the host nation.

Turner was born on June 24, 1994, amid the last World Cup held in the United States and days between matches that exemplify the hope and frustratio

US launches strikes against Iran after Apache helicopter incident: CENTCOM

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:30:19 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 10 (ANI): US Central Command (CENTCOM) said American forces have begun launching self-defence strikes against Iran in response to what it described as 'unjustified Iranian aggression' following the downing of a US Army Apache helicopter.

CENTCOM said the strikes were carried out at the direction of the Commander in Chief as a 'proportional response' to the incident.

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US strikes Iran after helicopter incident

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:30:48 GMT

CENTCOM described the attacks as a proportional response to the alleged downing of an AH-64 Apache

The US said it has launched strikes in Iran in response to what it described as the downing of an American AH-64 Apache attack helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz.

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said US President Donald Trump had ordered "self-defense strikes... in response to yesterday's d

US carries out strikes in Iran over helicopter incident

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:30:48 GMT

CENTCOM described the attacks as a proportional response to the alleged downing of an AH-64 Apache

The US said it has launched strikes in Iran in response to what it described as the downing of an American AH-64 Apache attack helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz.

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said US President Donald Trump had ordered "self-defense strikes... in response to yesterday's d

US strikes Iran in retaliation following helicopter incident

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:30:48 GMT

CENTCOM described the attacks as a proportional response to the alleged downing of an AH-64 Apache

The US said it has launched strikes in Iran in response to what it described as the downing of an American AH-64 Apache attack helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz.

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said US President Donald Trump had ordered "self-defense strikes... in response to yesterday's d

US strikes Iran in response to helicopter incident

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:30:48 GMT

The US Central Command described the attacks as a proportional response to the alleged downing of an AH-64 Apache

The US said it has launched strikes in Iran in response to what it described as the downing of an American AH-64 Apache attack helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz.

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said President Donald Trump had ordered "self-defense strikes... in response to y

"US must respond": Trump after Iran "shoots down" Apache helicopter patrolling over Strait of Hormuz

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:30:35 GMT

Washington, DC [US], June 10 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) said that an Iranian strike claimed to have downed a US Apache helicopter patrolling over the Strait of Hormuz.

He added that both pilots were safe and uninjured, and warned that Washington would 'respond' to the attack.

In a post on Truth Social, the US president wrote, 'I have just been informed by our Great Military tha

Record eight players aged 40-plus set to feature at 2026 FIFA World Cup

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:29:44 GMT

Washington DC (US), June 10 (ANI): The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature a record eight players aged 40 or older in squad selections for the tournament, which will be staged across Canada, Mexico, and the United States--surpassing by one the total number of such players who have appeared across all previous 22 editions combined, according to Reuters.

The oldest player expected at the FIFA World Cup is Scotland goa

'Gulf crisis has become whole-economy shock', Crescent Petroleum CEO tells Petro Diplomacy 2026 Conference in Washington

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:35:31 GMT

SHARJAH, 9th June, 2026 (WAM) -- The recent conflict in the Gulf has become a whole-economy shock with consequences reaching far beyond energy markets, Crescent Petroleum Chief Executive Officer Majid Jafar told an audience of senior business, finance and government leaders in Washington, DC.

Delivering the keynote address at the Arab Gulf States Institute's Petro Diplomacy 2026 conference, Jafar said the disrupt

Filmmaker Ari Aster reveals writing a "prequel" to horror film 'Hereditary'

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:01:28 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 9 (ANI): Filmmaker Ari Aster revealed that he has already written the script for the prequel of 'Hereditary' but doesn't have any plans to shoot it, reported Variety.

At the Egyptian Theatre screening of 'Hereditary', the filmmaker said, 'I wrote a prequel to this (Hereditary). It never feels like the right time. It's a prequel, not a sequel, so I don't know where this goes,' as quoted b

Trump vows revenge on Iran for Apache shoot-down

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:38:51 GMT

A US attack helicopter was destroyed overnight while patrolling the Strait of Hormuz, the US president has said

Iran has downed a US AH-64 Apache attack helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz, US President Donald Trump has claimed, pledging to retaliate for the incident "of necessity."

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Trump vows revenge on Iran over downed Apache

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:38:51 GMT

A US attack helicopter was destroyed overnight while patrolling the Strait of Hormuz, the president has said

Iran has downed a US AH-64 Apache attack helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz, US President Donald Trump has claimed, pledging to retaliate for the incident "of necessity."

Earlier on Tuesday, the US Central Command said the helicopter "went down" off the coast of Oman while "patroll

"Biden folk turned down PM Modi's direct request" for increased natural gas exports in 2023 amid sanctions on Russian oil: Ex-Trump aide

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:35:13 GMT

Washington DC [US] June 9 (ANI): Former US Deputy National Security Advisor (NSA) Victoria Coates has said that the Biden administration declined Prime Minister Narendra Modi's direct request for increased US natural gas exports in 2023 amid Washington's sanctions on Russian oil due to the war in Ukraine.

In an interview with ANI, Coates said one of the major setbacks that was noticed in US-India ties during the

Iranian fans shut out of World Cup

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:44:36 GMT

Tehran says organizers revoked its allocation of match tickets for supporters just days before the tournament

The US and World Cup organizers have withdrawn Iran's allocation of fan tickets just days before the tournament is set to begin, the country's football federation has said.

The last-minute decision has left thousands of Iranian supporters who had already made travel arrangements una

US blacklists major Chinese firms over alleged military links

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:47:51 GMT

Beijing has accused Washington of unwarranted suppression after it designated dozens of companies, including Alibaba and Baidu, as aiding the Chinese army

The US Department of War has added dozens of Chinese companies, including tech giant Alibaba, search engine Baidu, and electric vehicle maker BYD, to a blacklist of entities it claims are aiding Beijing's military.

China has condemned the

Nationals ask Andrew Alvarez for another strong start, this time vs. Giants

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:55:09 GMT

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Andrew Alvarez will be in search of a second consecutive sharp start when the Washington Nationals go for a back-to-back road win over the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday night.

One of the team's top starters last September, Alvarez (1-0, 3.54 ERA) began the season in the bullpen before getting the ball for his first start of the year last Wednesday at home against

US chopper crashes near Strait of Hormuz

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:17:01 GMT

The pilots of the Apache attack helicopter have been rescued, President Donald Trump has said

US President Donald Trump has confirmed media reports of a US Army Apache attack helicopter going down near the Strait of Hormuz amid Washington's efforts to curb oil shipments by Iran.

The Apache choppers are one of t

Trump sets yet another timeline for total victory in Iran

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:50:20 GMT

Tehran is willing to give Washington everything, Trump claims, as he predicts a deal within two weeks

The US will declare "total victory" over Iran within two weeks, President Donald Trump has said, claiming Tehran was "willing to give us everything."

Trump made the remark on Monday, hours after Iran and Israel agreed to halt their most intense fighting since an April ceasefire. Earlier tha

Indian crew rescued from ship hit by US missile

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:57:46 GMT

TheMTMarivex, sanctioned by Washington in December, wasattemptingto sail to an Iranian port, the US Central Command said

The Indian crew on board a merchant vessel that caught fire after it was struck by the US Navy for allegedly attempting to run the blockade of Iran has been safely evacuated, New Delhi has said.

The tanker MT Marivex was carrying a crew of 24 Indians when it was reportedl

"Strategic patience" exhausted: Iran's Consul General Mosayeb Motlagh blames Israel for truce breach, hails India's peace role

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:34:11 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 9 (ANI): In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, Iran and Israel have suspended their reciprocal military operations, temporarily reinstating a fragile, US-brokered ceasefire that originally took effect on April 8. The decision to halt hostilities on Monday followed intense international diplomatic intervention, coming on the heels of a sharp weekend escalation where both capitals e

Prasidh Krishna replaces Mohammed Siraj in T20I squads for Ireland and England

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:33:47 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Indian seamer Mohammed Siraj has withdrawn from India's squads for the upcoming T20I series against Ireland and England, confirmed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday.

In place of the right-arm seamer, the Men's Selection Committee has named Prasidh Krishna as Siraj's replacement for both T20I series.

'Following discussions between the BCCI Medical

Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya cleared fit for Afghanistan ODI series: Sources

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:32:13 GMT

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New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): India cricket stars Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya are set to return to action in the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan after clearing their fitness assessments, sources told ANI.

According to the sources, both players have successfully passed their fitness tests and are expected to join the national squad shortly ahead of the series.

US jet fuel production hits record highs as global supply disruptions drive prices higher

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:31:47 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 9 (ANI): United States jet fuel production rose to record highs after prices doubled in March following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz on February 28. The spike in prices stems from higher crude oil costs and acute supply concerns in Europe and Asia, two regions that previously relied heavily on the Persian Gulf for their jet fuel imports.

According to the US Energy Information Admi

President Trump booed while attending Game 3 of NBA Finals in New York

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:05:06 GMT

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President Donald Trump, the first sitting U.S. president to attend the NBA Finals, was booed by fellow New York Knicks fans at Madison Square Garden on Monday before Game 3 against the San Antonio Spurs.

Shown on the jumbotron saluting the American flag during the national anthem, Trump received a chorus of boos but downplayed the reception after the ga

MLB roundup: Brewers outslug A's 15-14 in 12 innings at Las Vegas

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:40:34 GMT

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Christian Yelich slid home ahead of the throw on an infield grounder in the 12th inning, giving the Milwaukee Brewers a wild 15-14 comeback victory over the Athletics on Monday in the opener of a three-game series in Las Vegas, the future home of the A's.

Each team scored four times in the 10th. William Contreras belted a three-run homer to cap the top of the innin

"Crazy, hurting our country": Trump lambasts judicial freeze on USD 100,000 H-1B fee

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:33:41 GMT

New York [US], June 9 (ANI): US President Donald Trump has lambasted federal judges after a court invalidated his administration's implementation of a USD 100,000 fee on H-1B visas, describing the judicial decisions as 'crazy'.

The court had previously ruled that the steep financial levy constituted an unlawful tax that lacked proper authorisation from the US Congress.

The US President offered these assessm

"My father's dream": Manav Suthar on emotional India Test debut

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:32:50 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 9 (ANI): Left-arm spinner Manav Suthar has described his Test debut for India as a deeply emotional and long-cherished moment, calling it the fulfilment of a dream that he and his family had nurtured since the beginning of his cricketing journey.

Suthar made his debut in the one-off Test against Afghanistan in New Chandigarh, a match India won by an innings and 300 runs, mark

Trump says US blockade of Iran's ports adding pressure to make a deal

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:00:11 GMT

New York [US], June 9 (ANI): US President Donald Trump has expressed high optimism regarding ongoing diplomatic engagements with Tehran, asserting that Washington is on the verge of securing a major breakthrough.

He made these remarks to journalists as he was leaving New York after watching a basketball game a little earlier. Trump faced a wave of loud booing from segments of the audience at Madison Square Garden

United States adds popular Chinese firms to Pentagon's "Chinese military company" list

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:59:41 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 9 (ANI): Well-known Chinese companies, including Alibaba Group Holding Ltd., BYD Co., and Baidu Inc., are added to the US Department of Defense list as 'Chinese military companies.'

The announcement, posted to the Federal Register on Monday, updates the roster of entities believed by the United States government to aid the People's Liberation Army.

With this latest update, the US D

Pentagon updates Chinese military firms list; warns American business against ties with PLA-linked companies

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:59:49 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 9 (ANI): The Pentagon has expanded its list of Chinese military-linked companies, adding several major firms including Alibaba Group, Baidu, BYD, NIO and WuXi AppTec -- in a move aimed at warning American businesses and government agencies against engagement with entities connected to China's military establishment.

The details were shared by the US Select Committee on China in a stateme

Trump predicts US will achieve "total victory" over Iran within two weeks

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:59:42 GMT

Washington, DC [US], June 9 (ANI): US President Donald Trump has asserted that the United States will achieve 'total victory' over Iran within the next fortnight, expressing immense confidence that a fresh nuclear deal is well within reach, according to a CNN report.

This optimistic projection came just as Iran and Israel stepped back from a volatile weekend escalation of retaliatory military strikes.

The U

US crew reported rescued after helicopter goes down near Strait of Hormuz, reports NYT

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:00:16 GMT

Washington, DC [US], June 9 (ANI): An aviation rescue operation successfully recovered a flight crew after a US military helicopter gunship went down near the Strait of Hormuz, according to a report by The New York Times.

Attributing the information to two people briefed on the incident, the media outlet highlighted that the exact trigger behind the crash of the Apache attack helicopter remains unconfirmed.

Trump Says Crew 'Fine' After Helicopter Crashes In Strait Of Hormuz

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT

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US President Donald Trump said the pilots of a military helicopter that crashed near the Strait of Hormuz are "fine."

The incident, first reported byThe New York Times, involved a US Army Apache helicopter, with the two crew members safely rescued, according to two people briefed on the matter.

It remains uncl

Trump Says Crew 'Fine' After Helicopter Crashes Near Strait Of Hormuz

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT

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US, Israel Have 'Diverging' Goals For Iran, Says Vance

US Vice President JD Vance said that the United States and Israel have different goals when it comes to dealing with Iran.

He told Fox News on June 8 that although the United States and Israel "share many common interests," their interests "also diverge" in some areas, particularly regarding Iran. He noted that Israel "clea

US Responds To Downing Of Helicopter With Strikes On Iran

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT

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US Launches 'Self Defense' Strikes On Iran In Response To Downing Of Apache Helicopter

The United States says it has launched "self-defense" strikes against Iran after Iranian forces shot down a US Army Apache helicopter while it was patrolling over the Strait of Hormuz.

"US Central Command (CENTCOM) forces began launching self-defense strikes against Iran at 5 p.m. ET today at

US Follows Through On Threat To Hit Iran Over Downed Helicopter

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US Launches 'Self Defense' Strikes On Iran In Response To Downing Of Apache Helicopter

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The United States said it launched "self-defense" strikes against Iran on June 9 just hours after President Donald Trump said Washington was compelled to respond to the downing of a US Army Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz.

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Trump Says Iran Shot Down Apache Helicopter And That US Must Respond

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Trump Says Iran Shot Down Apache Helicopter And That US Must Respond

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US President Donald Trump has said that Iran shot down a US Army Apache helicopter while it was patrolling over the Strait of Hormuz, adding that Washington would be compelled to respond.

In apost on Truth Socialon June 9, Trump said he had been informed by the US military that

Trump Says Iran Shot Down Apache Helicopter And That US Will Respond

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT

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Trump Says Iran Shot Down Apache Helicopter And That US Will Respond

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US President Donald Trump has said that Iran shot down a US Army Apache helicopter while it was patrolling over the Strait of Hormuz, adding that Washington would be compelled to respond.

In apost on Truth Socialon June 9, Trump said he had been informed by the US military that

Nationals rally for 3 in ninth inning, push past Giants

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:55:24 GMT

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After the Giants had scored twice in the eighth to break a 1-1 tie, San Francisco starter Logan Webb was pulled in favor of Keato

US lawmakers cheer as court blocks USD 100,000 H-1B fee in major blow to Trump visa curbs

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:31:51 GMT

Washington, DC [US], June 9 (ANI): A chorus of US lawmakers from across the political spectrum has come out in support of a federal court order dismantling a proposed USD 100,000 H-1B visa application fee, even as the White House prepares to challenge the judicial setback in the appeals court.

Breaking ranks with the executive branch, several Republican lawmakers backed the decision by shifting the spotlight away

Indian Envoy Vinay Kwatra meets US corporate and tech leaders to boost AI and supply chain ties

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 03:58:58 GMT

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Detailing the meetings in separate posts on social media platform X, the Indian envoy highlighted New Delhi's growing economic and technological partnership with th

"Bibi, you better be careful": Trump cautions Netanyahu against striking Iran to avert regional war

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 03:30:43 GMT

Washington, DC [US], June 9 (ANI): US President Donald Trump has cautioned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Israel risks international isolation if it resumes extensive military operations against Iran, following a volatile 24-hour period of escalating cross-border hostilities.

Detailing his conversation with the Israeli Prime Minister, Trump told Axios, 'I said, 'Bibi, you better be careful, or you

Caitlin Clark buries game-winning 3 for Fever to beat Mystics

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 02:05:05 GMT

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Caitlin Clark scored 19 points and made a game-winning 3-pointer with 2.5 seconds left as the visiting Indiana Fever defeated the Washington Mystics 78-76 on Monday night.

Kelsey Mitchell scored 15 points and Aliyah Boston had 14 points and 10 rebounds for the Fever (6-5, 2-1 Commissioner's Cup).

Michaela Onyenwere scored 17 points, Georgia Amoore and Sonia C

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Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:30:45 GMT

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Speaking to ANI, Kand said, 'We welcome the Massachusetts federal court's decision striking down the $100,000

ICC chief prosecutor suspended over sexual misconduct allegations

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:10:34 GMT

The Hague-based International Criminal Court has taken action against British lawyer Karim Khan pending a wider vote by member states

The International Criminal Court has suspended its chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, pending further proceedings over allegations of sexual misconduct.

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Reports: Kings to hire Peter Laviolette as head coach

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:19:17 GMT

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The Los Angeles Kings are set to hire Peter Laviolette to a three-year deal as their next head coach, Sportsnet and ESPN reported Monday.

Laviolette had been in talks to become the head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs as recently as last week, according to multiple reports, and the Edmonton Oilers had also reportedly looked at him as a candidate to fill their hea

US Judge blocks Trump's $100K H-1B visa fee plan

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:58:00 GMT

Washington, DC [US], June 9 (ANI): A US federal judge on Monday (local time) blocked a proposal by President Donald Trump to impose a USD 100,000 fee on employers seeking to hire foreign workers for specialised roles under the H-1B visa programme.

According to Politico, US District Judge Richard Stearns ruled that the president's proposed payments for H-1B visa applications introduced through a September 2025 pro

IRAN-TEHRAN-WEEKLY PRESS CONFERENCE

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:45:20 GMT

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US imposes visa restrictions on over 100 Nicaraguan officials after death of Brooklyn Rivera in custody

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:33:49 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 8 (ANI): The United States on Monday (local time) announced new visa restrictions targeting more than 100 Nicaraguan officials and their family members following the death of indigenous leader Brooklyn Rivera while in state custody.

In a post on X, the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio condemned Nicaragua's leadership and said, 'The Murillo-Ortega dictatorship is an enemy of humanity. Th

Rock band Guns N' Roses to return India in November, to perform in Bengaluru and Guwahati

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:31:46 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 8 (ANI): Rock band Guns N' Roses will return to India for two concerts in November as part of the Asia leg of their ongoing world tour. The band will perform in Bengaluru and Guwahati.

The show is produced and promoted by BookMyShow Live and will take place at Nice Grounds in Bengaluru on November 14 and Khanapara Ground in Guwahati on November 17.

The rock band Guns N Roses announ

Burn for us: The real message of US-EU nuclear sharing

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:35:37 GMT

Washington has made Brussels another offer the Europeans are too slavish to refuse even if it paints a giant target on their backs

There's an old treaty that, if you have signed up to it, says that you can't spread nuclear weapons. So, if you don't have any nukes and you sign the treaty, you can't get any. Simple as that. You'd think.

But leave it to the West, with all its 'values' and 'rul

'Burn for us': The real message of US-EU 'nuclear sharing'

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:35:37 GMT

Washington has made Brussels another offer the Europeans are too slavish to refuse - even if it paints a giant target on their backs

There's an old treaty that, if you have signed up to it, says that you can't spread nuclear weapons. So, if you don't have any nukes and you sign the treaty, you can't get any. Simple as

Trump says Iran, Israel eyeing "immediate ceasefire"; warns "ignorance or stupidity" could derail overall peace deal

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:59:05 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 8 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Monday stated that both Iran and Israel are looking to implement an 'immediate ceasefire' following an escalation of hostilities involving intense rounds of attacks and counterattacks between the two sides after Tel Aviv launched strikes on Tehran.

Trump added that the final negotiations on a peace deal aimed at achieving a complete solution to the We

Hawks coach Quin Snyder gets multi-year extension

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:40:24 GMT

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The Atlanta Hawks and head coach Quin Snyder have agreed to a multi-year contract extension.

The team announced the deal on Monday but did not release the contract terms.

The Hawks (46-36) finished first in the Southeast Division this season for the first time since the 2020-21 season. They lost to the New York Knicks in six games in the first round of the pl

Report: Hawks coach Quin Snyder gets multi-year extension

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:25:11 GMT

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The Atlanta Hawks and head coach Quin Snyder have agreed to a multi-year contract extension, ESPN reported Monday.

The Hawks (46-36) finished first in the Southeast Division this season for the first time since the 2020-21 season. They lost to the New York Knicks in six games in the first round of the playoffs.

Despite trading four-time All-Star guard Trae Yo

Iran Announces Pause in Strikes on Israel

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:05:47 GMT

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The latest round of violence began after Israel carried out airstrikes

"Strives to perform in every single match": Indian spin coach Bahutule backs Iyer as T20I captain

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:32:26 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 8 (ANI): Indian spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule has backed star batter Shreyas Iyer, saying that he possesses 'ideal leadership qualities' and strives to perform in every match.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Saturday announced India's T20I squads for the upcoming tours of England and Ireland in 2026, with Shreyas Iyer appointed as captain and Tilak Varm

Focus on scoring 350-400 runs on the board: Skipper Gill after India beat Afghanistan in one-off Test

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:31:42 GMT

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Skipper Gill and KL Rahul's century and sensational performances from spinners Manav Suthar and Washington Sundar helped Team India secure their biggest

"Top of the world feeling": Manav Suthar after winning POTM award on Test debut

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:01:32 GMT

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Sensational centuries from skipper Shubman Gill and KL Rahul, coupled with a remarkable debut performance from spin all-rounder Suthar, powered India to a massive innings and 300-run victory over Afghanistan i

Suthar, Washington spin web as India register biggest innings win in Tests, crush Afghanistan in one-off match

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:32:47 GMT

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After centuries from Rahul and Gill guided Team India to a formidable total of 564/8 declared in the first

Pashinian Wins In Armenia, But No Super-Majority

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:00:38 GMT

Victoryfor Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinian in parliamentary elections marks a firm slap down for Russian efforts to derail his signature pro-Western policy moves, although failure to win a two-thirds majority in parliament will complicate the ongoing US-brokered peace process with Azerbaijan.

Official preliminary results gave Pashinian's Civil Contract party 64 seats in the 150-seat legislature, enough to

Pashinian Wins In Armenia, But No Supermajority

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:00:38 GMT

Official preliminary results gave Pashinian's Civil Contract party 64 seats in the 105-seat legislature, enough to

India was never told not to buy Russian oil minister

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:00:21 GMT

Oil Minister Hardeep Puri says New Delhi will buy energy wherever it is available at the cheapest price

India has denied that its energy policy has been influenced by external pressure, saying its oil buying decisions are based purely on national interests and pricing calculations.

India's international agreements, made at the highest levels, have enabled it to diversify its energy sources

Tehran accuses IAEA chief of 'deliberate bias against Iran'

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:31:37 GMT

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The remarks were made by Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmail Baghaei during a weekly press conference, where he directly questioned th

One-off Test: India close in on innings victory as Afghanistan slump to 98/5 after follow-on

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:34:10 GMT

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Afghanistan, trailing by 412 runs after being bowled out for 152 in their first in

Israeli jets obliterate strategic Iranian air defence systems in extensive aerial assault

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:32:20 GMT

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In a post on social media platform X, the Israeli Air Force stated, 'Dozens of Air Force fighter jets, guided by Military In

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Trump eyeing purchase of key British colonial outpost Telegraph

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:34:20 GMT

The US president earlier called the UKs plan to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius an act of great stupidity

The US is weighing a plan to purchase the Chagos Islands directly from Mauritius in a bid to sideline the UK over the future of a crucial military base in the Indian Ocean, The Telegraph reported on Sunday.

The Chagos Islands are home to Diego Garcia, a joint UK-US military ba