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America's Operation Epic Fury against Iran has significantly strained military readiness, deploying a vast array of naval, air, and missile-defense assets. With two of three aircraft carriers at sea and a third of Arleigh Burke destroyers committed, the US faces long-term readiness concerns. This extensive commitment, while projecting overwhelming force, highlights the risks of strategic overextension.

A recent prayer event in Washington, backed by the White House, has sparked debate about religion and nationalism. Thousands gathered for 'Rededicate 250,' with speakers advocating for America to be a Christian nation. This event highlights a trend of merging American identity with Christianity, a move critics liken to a 'Make America Christian' project.

We live in the era of viral animals, from Larry the Cat, the permanent fixture at 10 Downing Street, to Moo Deng, the cute pygmy hippo in Thailand, and Punch, the lonely monkey whose inability to make friends made the world go aww. Donald Trump the buffalo might be the latest addition to this pantheon. But long before the algorithm turned animals into celebrities, humans were already turning them into gods, omens, sacrifices, scapegoats and pardoned prisoners.

President Donald Trump's latest disclosure reveals more than 3,700 stock trades worth $220 million to $750 million in Q1 2026, with heavy buying and selling in Microsoft, Meta, Amazon, and Nvidia. The filing shows Nvidia and AMD purchases days before key US chip export approvals for China, reigniting conflict-of-interest concerns. The White House denies any wrongdoing, citing a discretionary trust managed by Trump's children.

For thousands of Indians, the Optional Practical Training work window after graduation made the expensive US education gamble worth taking. A new fraud crackdown could change that

Iran's IRGC has warned of a "heavy assault" on US military assets and ships if Iranian oil tankers or commercial vessels are attacked in the Strait of Hormuz. This follows US forces disabling two Iranian oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman and an earlier exchange of fire near the strait.

Indian mangoes are a springtime obsession for many Americans, fetching prices of $50-$60 per box. Despite the high cost, driven by airfreight and retail markups, demand is soaring. This surge follows a decades-long import ban, lifted after a presidential agreement in 2006, making these prized fruits a luxury for many.

A version of the British Parliament has been around since 1265 in one form or another, and has survived murderous kings, civil and world wars, lord protectors, skirmishes that inspired the Game of Thrones Red Wedding, and one lettuce that briefly became a constitutional actor. It has seen its fair share of entertaining characters.

The USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group is heading home from the Middle East after an extended 10-month deployment, reducing US naval power amid ongoing Iran tensions. This withdrawal, despite stalled diplomatic efforts and continued blockade enforcement, marks the longest deployment for a modern US carrier, raising concerns about crew and vessel readiness.

Trump said his White House ballroom wouldn’t cost taxpayers. Then came the $400mn twist

From Vietnam War's collective voice to the disjointed anti-war stance in the following years, artistes' push back against global tension persists.

Senior US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are heading to Pakistan for crucial talks with Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi to revive negotiations amid escalating regional tensions. The diplomatic initiative aims to address Tehran's nuclear program and ease global market volatility. Despite overtures, the situation remains volatile with ongoing conflicts impacting vital shipping lanes.

Over 10,000 additional US troops are deploying to the Middle East this month, including personnel aboard the USS George HW Bush and the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group. This build-up coincides with the potential end of a two-week ceasefire with Iran, as planning for ground operations, including securing enriched uranium, is under way.

Munir is using Pakistan's crypto deal with Trump's family as leverage to promote his fundamentalist Islamist ideology even as he regards India as an existential enemy

Former US president george w bush arrived in Mumbai around 7.45pm on Monday on a private visit.

Former US President george w bush does not enjoy watching Hollywood movies because they give viewers an incorrect picture of United States of America.

"Afghan women and girls are going to suffer unspeakable harm. This is a mistake... They're just going to be left behind to be slaughtered by these very brutal people, and it breaks my heart," Bush told German broadcaster Deutsche Welle.

A scene on the TV show ‘Game of Thrones’, showing a model of former US President george w bush’s head impaled on a spike has sparked outrage, forcing the show’s creators and channel HBO to issue an apology.

President Trump declared the Strait of Hormuz permanently open for China and the world, claiming Beijing assured him it would cease arms shipments to Iran. This announcement follows a naval blockade, causing global economic disruption. Trump's unpredictable approach, blending military pressure with personal diplomacy, fuels speculation about escalation or de-escalation, while European allies consider greater defense autonomy.

A string of mourners, adults and children, were surprisingly greeted by former US President George H W Bush, at the public viewing of his wife of 73 years.

US President George W. Bush meets Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh during the welcome ceremony at the presidential palace.