Migrant vessel sinks off Malaysia-Thailand border, hundreds missing

Hundreds were missing on Sunday after a boat sank near the Thailand-Malaysia border, as 10 survivors and one body were recovered, the Malaysian maritime authority said.

Syria’s Sharaa arrives in US for Trump talks after sanctions lifted

Syrian President Ahmed Sharaa has arrived in Washington for an official visit, just two days after the US formally revoked his status as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist.

Philippines evacuates 100,000 people as Fung-wong intensifies into super typhoon

The Philippines evacuated over 100,000 residents across its eastern and northern regions as Fung-wong intensified on Sunday into a super typhoon ahead of its expected arrival later in the day, threatening to unleash torrential rains, destructive winds, and storm surges.

UN says Afghan arrests in Pakistan spike by 146pc in one week

The number of Afghan nationals arrested and detained in Pakistan surged by 146 per cent in a single week, a spike linked to the reopening of border crossings, according to a joint report by the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and the International Organisation for Migration (IOM).

More than 1,400 flights cancelled as US air traffic cuts enter second day

More than 1,400 flights to, from, or within the US were cancelled on Saturday after airlines were told this week to cut traffic during the federal government shutdown.

China: Authorities shut down film festival in New York

Chinese authorities harassed several dozen Chinese film directors and producers, as well as their families in China, causing them to pull films from the inaugural IndieChina Film Festival in New York City, Human Rights Watch said today. On November 6, 2025, the festival’s organizer, Zhu Riku, announced that the film festival, scheduled for November 8-15, had been “suspended.”

DNA pioneer James Watson dies at 97

Nobel Prize-winning American scientist James Watson, one of the co-discoverers of the structure of DNA, has died aged 97.

Thousands of US flights cancelled or delayed over government shutdown cuts

More than 5,000 US flights were cancelled or delayed on Friday, in the first day of new mandates forcing airlines to reduce air traffic during the government shutdown.

Republican US lawmakers applaud Trump for holding back Nvidia chips from China

A group of eight Republican U.S. senators in a letter on Thursday applauded President Donald Trump’s decision to continue denying China access to Nvidia’s (NVDA.O), opens new tab most advanced artificial intelligence chips.

Elon Musk’s $1tn pay deal approved by Tesla shareholders

Tesla boss Elon Musk has had a record-breaking pay package that could be worth nearly $1tn (£760bn) approved by shareholders.

Suresh Raina, Shikhar Dhawan’s assets worth Rs 11 crore attached in betting app case

The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) has attached assets worth Rs 11.14 crore belonging to former Indian cricketers Suresh Raina and Shikhar Dhawan in connection with the investigation into betting platforms.

Accused in spy trial says Chinese university bids tied to Hydro-Québec job insecurity

A former researcher with Quebec’s hydro utility who is facing economic espionage charges said Thursday he was applying for work at universities in China as a contingency plan because he was unhappy at Hydro-Québec.

Mexico’s President Sheinbaum takes legal action after groping incident

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum is pressing charges against a man who she said was “drunk” and harassed her on Tuesday, calling the incident “an assault on all women.”

Qatar Airways sells entire Cathay Pacific stake for US$897 million

State-owned Qatar Airways has decided to sell its entire stake in Cathay Pacific Airways for about US$897 million (HK$6.97 billion), marking its complete exit from Hong Kong’s flagship airline.

Cristiano Ronaldo plans to retire from football for family reasons

Cristiano Ronaldo says he will retire “soon”, admitting it will be difficult to bring his glittering career to an end as the 40-year-old has been planning his post-football life for some time.

’’What’s your skincare routine,’’ Harleen Deol asks PM Modi. His reply

As Prime Minister Modi met and commended the Indian women’s cricket team for their ’’remarkable resilience and comeback’’ in the World Cup, he was asked a cheeky question: What is his skincare routine?

Philippines declares state of calamity as typhoon death toll rises to 114

Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has declared a state of calamity after Typhoon Kalmaegi, one of the strongest typhoons this year, caused severe flooding in central Philippines, leaving at least 114 dead.

US appeals court says Florida can ban Chinese citizens from buying property

A U.S. appeals court on Tuesday cleared the way for Florida to enforce a law restricting real estate and land purchases by Chinese citizens, rejecting claims it violates federal law and discriminates against Asians.

US orders 10% flights cut at major US airports due to shutdown

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said on Wednesday that he would order a 10% cut in flights at 40 major U.S. airports, citing air traffic control safety concerns as a government shutdown hit a record 36th day.

Palestinian minister says India ’’potential bridge-builder’’ for peace in Gaza

Palestinian Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Varsen Shahin on Wednesday praised India’s growing diplomatic and humanitarian role in the Middle East, calling New Delhi a ’’trusted friend and potential bridge-builder for peace’’ between Israel and Palestine.

Trump administration has revoked 80,000 non-immigrant visas, US official says

President Donald Trump’s administration has revoked around 80,000 non-immigrant visas since its inauguration on January 20 for offenses ranging from driving under the influence to assault and theft, a senior State Department official said on Wednesday.

RCB for sale, Diageo confirms process underway

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has officially been put up for sale by owner Diageo, which has begun the process and aims to complete it by March 31, 2026. The move could mark a new era for one of the IPL’s most popular and valuable franchises.

China academic intimidation claim referred to counter-terrorism police

An investigation into allegations that Sheffield Hallam University faced sustained pressure from China to shut down human rights research has been referred to counter-terrorism police.

The Gold wax and Greenback wane: new currency diversification

Ray Dalio, founder of Bridgewater Associates, recently published a post on social media X titled My Answers to Your Questions About Gold, stating that “gold is beginning to replace U.S. Treasuries as a risk-free asset.”

Kerala declares itself extreme-poverty free, first state in India to do so

Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan formally announced in the state assembly on Saturday and that the state has eradicated extreme poverty. The LDF government claims Kerala is the first state in India to do so.

’Wicked’ star Jonathan Bailey named ’sexiest man alive’

English actor Jonathan Bailey, who returns to movie theaters this month in the musical film ’’Wicked: For Good,’’ was named this year’s ’’sexiest man alive’’ by People magazine on Monday.

India discusses increasing cooperation with Arab League

Ministry of External Affairs, Secretary (South), Neena Malhotra, chaired a meeting on Monday with the Arab Ambassadors here in the national capital.

FIFA dismisses Malaysia appeals in forgery scandal

FIFA on Monday announced it had dismissed the appeals lodged by Malaysia’s football federation (FAM) and its seven players in the on-going eligibility scandal linked to forged documents used for an Asia Cup qualifier.

India announces $5.75 million reward for women cricket World Cup winners

India’s cricket board on Monday announced a cash reward of $5.75 million for the women’s team after their triumphant World Cup campaign.

Powerful 6.3 quake kills at least 10 in Afghanistan, scores injured

A 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck near the northern Afghan city of Mazar-e Sharif early on Monday, killing at least 10 people and injuring about 260, authorities said, with the death toll likely to rise.