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Zurich-bound Swiss plane aborts take-off at Delhi airport
A Swiss plane bound for Zurich aborted take-off at Delhi airport with 228 passengers and four infants on board. Six passengers are undergoing medical evaluation.
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What to Know About King Charles and Queen Camilla’s U.S. State Visit Hosted by Trump
British royals King Charles and Queen Camilla are set to visit the US, hosted by President Trump. The visit includes a garden party, an address to Congress, and a banquet, scheduled to take place on Monday.
40 Years After the Meltdown, War Layers Another Disaster on Chernobyl
Ukraine's Chernobyl exclusion zone, site of the world's worst nuclear accident, will remain a security belt controlled by the army, dashing hopes for economic revival. The area has been contaminated for 40 years. Ideas for its reuse have been floated but not pursued.
Iran FM Says 'Yet To See If The US Is Truly Serious About Diplomacy'
Iran's foreign minister said they have yet to see if the US is truly serious about diplomacy. The standoff between the US and Iran has choked off nearly all exports through the strait.
Pakistan PM dials Iranian President, discusses evolving regional situation
Pakistan's prime minister and Iranian President had a 50-minute conversation about the regional situation. They discussed efforts to promote peace and stability in the region.
Trump says Kushner, Witkoff no longer going to Pakistan for Iran talks
US presidential advisor Jared Kushner and businessman Witkoff will not travel to Pakistan for Iran talks. The decision was made by former US President Donald Trump, who cited unspecified reasons for the cancellation.
Hundreds of Israelis rally as US-Iran peace talks stall
Hundreds of Israelis protested in Tel Aviv as US-Iran peace talks stalled. The protests were fueled by fears of a resumed war between the US and Israel against Iran. The talks had been aimed at de-escalating tensions between the countries.
Taiwan foreign minister arrives in Eswatini after president's trip blocked
Taiwan's foreign minister arrived in Eswatini after President Lai Ching-te's trip was blocked by China, which allegedly pressured African states to deny overflight permission. The incident strained Taiwan-China relations. Taiwan's government has accused China of pressuring three African states to block overflight permission for President Lai Ching-te.
Japan deploys 1,400 firefighters to battle raging wildfires in the north
Japan deployed 1,400 firefighters to battle wildfires in the north. The fires have been burning for five days, threatening a town still recovering from the 2011 earthquake and tsunami.
China launches Pakistani satellite
China launched the PRSC-EO3 satellite for Pakistan using a Long March-6 carrier rocket. The satellite successfully entered its planned orbit at 8:15 p. m. Beijing Time. The satellite named PRSC-EO3 was lifted off at 8:15 p.
Trump Calls Off Witkoff and Kushner’s Travel to Pakistan for Peace Talks
US presidential advisor Jared Kushner and businessman Witkoff will not travel to Pakistan for peace talks. The decision was made by former US President Donald Trump, who cited unspecified reasons for the cancellation.
Taliban Foreign Ministry Stresses Sports Diplomacy to Expand International Relations
The Taliban Foreign Ministry has announced plans to expand international relations through sports diplomacy. The ministry sees sports as a way to build connections with other countries and promote cultural exchange.
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi tells Myanmar leader Beijing will back its security, sovereignty
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi pledged support for Myanmar's security and sovereignty, saying Beijing will back the country's development path. Beijing supports Myanmar “in forging a successful development path that aligns with its national conditions and enjoys the support of its people”, Wang said,.
Indian police say 47 Maoist rebels surrender
In Telangana, 47 Maoist rebels surrendered, choosing to join the mainstream, nearly all key underground Maoist leaders have been neutralised.
Colombia highway bomb attack kills 14
A bomb attack on the Pan-American Highway in southwest Colombia killed 14 people. The attack was carried out by suspected guerrillas, who have been active in the region over the past few days.
What we know so far about suspected gunman at dinner attended by Trump
A suspect armed with multiple weapons and knives stormed a security checkpoint at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington DC, shooting a Secret Service agent. Police provided details of the incident.
‘Get down, get down!’ Trump and Melania rushed to safety as shots fired at White House dinner
Trump and First Lady Melania were rushed to safety with orders to "get down" as shots fired at the White House dinner. The couple's evacuation was part of the response.
White House Dinner Shooting Live Updates: No country is immune from political violence, says Trump
Former US President Trump commented on the shooting at the White House correspondents' dinner, saying no country is immune from political violence. The incident occurred on April 25, 2026, in Washington, DC. Trump made the remarks after the event.
Suspect arrested after shooting at correspondents’ dinner
A suspect was arrested after shooting at the White House correspondents' dinner in Washington, DC, on April 25, 2026. The event was attended by US President and correspondents. The suspect's motives and details have not been disclosed.
40 Years Ago, a Nuclear Catastrophe at Chernobyl
The Chernobyl nuclear disaster, 40 years ago, was followed by a massive response and evacuation effort. Photographs from the time show the accident's immediate aftermath and long-term consequences. The world’s worst nuclear accident occurred on April 26, 1986.
Oil, Geopolitics, and Cameco: Here's Where the Stock Could Be in 12 Months
Cameco's stock performance is expected to be influenced by oil prices and geopolitical factors in the next 12 months. Oil, Geopolitics, and Cameco: Here's Where the Stock Could Be in 12 Months The Motley Fool.
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