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Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa met with US vice president JD Vance in Washington to bolster ties and combat drug trafficking. This comes after Ecuador imposed tariffs on Colombia due to border disputes and President Petro's alleged inaction against crime. Noboa, a Trump ally, is set to address the OAS and meet lawmakers, highlighting his hardline stance against organized crime.

A senior White House official revealed President Trump has left detailed instructions for vice president Vance in a letter at the Resolute Desk for emergencies. These remarks surfaced during Trump's China visit, with the official downplaying assassination fears despite Trump being called an "existential threat" to China. The article also recounts past assassination attempts on the President.

In a stunning political upheaval, the Philippine House has voted to impeach vice president Sara Duterte amid serious graft and corruption charges, which could jeopardize her ambitions for the 2028 presidency. The trial will be overseen by a Senate led by an ally of Duterte, raising questions about the impartiality of the proceedings.

vice president J.D. Vance likened his solitary White House presence to Macaulay Culkin in "Home Alone" due to Secret Service rules preventing him from traveling with President Trump. Vance also cautioned that federal funding for state health insurance programs could be halted if they don't cooperate with the administration's fraud crackdown.

In a lively interaction with law enforcement officials, president Trump playfully floated names for potential running mates in the next presidential election, generating excitement for both JD Vance and Marco Rubio. Hailing them as a 'dream team' and 'perfect pairing,' Trump emphasized that his endorsement is still up in the air.

A Chinese think tank quietly asked Anthropic for access to Mythos, its powerful new AI model that can find software vulnerabilities on its own. Anthropic refused, and the White House National Security Council reacted with alarm. With Mythos rattling banks, hospitals and the Pentagon, the request has landed days before Trump meets Xi in Beijing, where AI safety is now on the agenda.

Two-day literary festival to bring together writers, scholars and artists from four states

During a significant summit in Brussels, global Buddhist leaders and European officials stood united in their commitment to the Tibetan Buddhist community. They highlighted alarm over China's escalating encroachment into Tibetan religious autonomy, especially concerning the future of the Dalai Lama's lineage.

BJD and Congress leaders criticized the NTA's cancellation of NEET-UG due to alleged paper leaks, stating repeated exam irregularities are harming students' futures and causing distress. Odisha BJP defended the cancellation, emphasizing the need to prevent unfair advantages and promising thorough investigation and corrective measures.

Opposition leaders in Uttarakhand decry a "complete collapse" of law and order following the alleged gang rape of a minor in Champawat. They highlight the involvement of a BJP official and demand swift justice, fast-track trials, and an impartial probe into alleged political protection for the accused. Congress criticizes police for alleged delays due to the BJP connection.

In a significant stride for agricultural advancement, Dr. D.R. Singh, the Vice-Chancellor of Bihar Agricultural University, has taken up the mantle as the newly appointed president of the Indian Agricultural Universities Association. Under his leadership, the association aims to forge a unified national platform that enhances the quality of education, propels innovative research, and fosters policy coherence across agricultural institutions.

New labour codes would dismantle job security; give unrestricted freedom to employers: AITUC

Residents of Chask Bhatori ward, a remote high-altitude region in Himachal Pradesh, are gearing up to vote despite severe lack of roads, water, and livelihood opportunities. With 98 voters spread across two villages, the polling station faces immense logistical challenges. Locals express frustration over unfulfilled promises, contemplating an election boycott due to decades of neglect.

Student unions are protesting Jharkhand's higher education department's plan to cluster government colleges by subject under the New Education Policy. Critics argue this will force students, especially from poor and tribal areas, to travel for different subjects, increasing costs and potentially leading to dropouts. Unions demand wider consultation before implementation.

Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly planning a major front-office change. Franchise legend Mats Sundin is being considered for a leadership position. This move aims to revive the struggling organization and restore pride. Sundin's deep connection to the team could guide the Maple Leafs into a new era. Negotiations are ongoing for a potential vice president of Hockey Operations role.

The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has denied any cooperation agreement with Russian Athletics, stating no Russian athletes will compete in India while World Athletics sanctions remain. This clarification follows Russian Athletics' announcement of an agreement, which had raised concerns within the global athletics community. AFI emphasized that any discussions were informal and no formal pact was signed.