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Control, threats, disfiguring surgery: My life inside Jeffrey Epstein’s ‘cult’
A woman who lived in Jeffrey Epstein’s Manhattan apartments describes years of psychological manipulation, financial control, and sexual abuse while working as one of his assistants, detailing elaborate grooming tactics used to trap vulnerable women.
Who is driving diplomacy in the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea, and why?
Diplomatic consultations in Cairo involving Egypt, Somalia, Eritrea and a US envoy reflect coordinated efforts to address security challenges in the Horn of Africa and Red Sea region.
Jantar Mantar: What is the Gen Z CJP protest in Delhi about?
Tens of thousands of Gen Z protesters have occupied Delhi’s streets demanding the education minister’s resignation, transforming a satirical online movement called the Cockroach Janta Party into India’s most visible youth movement.
Trump slaps 50% tariffs on Canada and Carney vows to ‘intensify’ trade talks
US President Trump has imposed a 50% tariff on Canadian goods in retaliation for alleged unequal treatment of American cars, dairy and alcohol, prompting Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to pledge intensified trade negotiations.
‘Anti-ICE’ Army veteran set fire outside Manhattan federal building, say officials
A former Army soldier was arrested after setting fire outside a Manhattan federal building housing ICE offices, injuring three people during an incident involving fireworks and multiple weapons.
Lebanese army enters ‘pilot zone’, as villagers return amid Israel deal
The Lebanese army has deployed to Zawtar al-Gharbiya as part of a pilot zone agreement with Israel, with displaced residents beginning to return to southern villages.
China and Philippines trade accusations after sailor injured at sea
China and the Philippines blamed each other following a confrontation between their vessels near a disputed South China Sea shoal that left a Philippine sailor injured.
Almost 100 troops injured in recent weeks, Pentagon admits, as Iran launches reprisals on US allies
Nearly 100 US service members have been injured during recent escalating strikes on Iran, the Pentagon confirmed, as Tehran launched reprisals including attacks on military facilities across the Middle East.
Chinese warship holds live-fire drills inside Japan’s economic waters for first time
A Chinese missile destroyer conducted live-fire drills inside Japan’s exclusive economic zone for the first time, prompting Japan to lodge a diplomatic protest citing navigation safety concerns.
Petro to give farewell speech amid Colombia transfer-of-power tensions
Colombian President Gustavo Petro is scheduled to deliver a farewell address on July 20 amid tensions over the disputed presidential election and disagreements with his successor over the transfer-of-power procedures.
Iran says diplomatic efforts ongoing via mediators amid fighting with US
Iran says it has received diplomatic proposals through mediators to end renewed fighting with the United States, though details remain undisclosed amid ongoing military strikes and negotiations.
Lebanon’s military starts ‘pilot zone’ takeover in south
Lebanon’s military is designated to assume security control in three southern villages under a US-mediated framework agreement, with Israeli forces expected to conduct a phased withdrawal from occupied territory.
At least 25 killed as floods and landslides hit northern India
At least 25 people have been killed across northern India following heavy monsoon rains that triggered floods and landslides in Kashmir, Nagaland, and Assam over the weekend.
Yemen’s Houthis announce ‘maritime embargo’ against Saudi Arabia
Yemen’s Houthis announced a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia effective immediately, stating they would close the Bab al-Mandab Strait to Saudi vessels in retaliation for the kingdom’s blockade of ports and airports.
‘Now or never’: Students defy Delhi lockdown to march on India’s parliament
Thousands of students defied a lockdown in New Delhi to march toward parliament, protesting an education exam scandal and demanding reforms and the education minister’s resignation.
Protests in Italy after Moroccan man dies during arrest
A Moroccan man died during a police arrest in Bologna, Italy, sparking protests and comparisons to George Floyd’s death, with video footage raising accountability questions.
Laos says it cannot determine cause of tourist deaths linked to methanol
Laos authorities say they cannot determine the cause of six tourist deaths from methanol-tainted alcohol in November 2024, citing lack of autopsy evidence and charging only the distillery owner with lesser offenses.
Laos says it cannot determine cause of tourist deaths linked to methanol
Laos authorities say they cannot determine the cause of six tourist deaths from methanol-tainted alcohol in November 2024, citing lack of autopsy evidence and charging only the distillery owner with lesser offenses.
Hungary’s president agrees to stand down after law change ends his term
Hungary’s president Tamás Sulyok agreed to resign after lawmakers passed a constitutional amendment ending his term, citing loss of public confidence in the leader elected by the former government.
‘Everyone’s afraid to die’: Struggle to recruit soldiers in Ukraine turns violent
Ukraine faces recruitment violence as military struggles to mobilize soldiers in the fifth year of Russia’s invasion, with attacks on draft officers surging alongside complaints of recruiter misconduct.
‘We defeated Los Ingleses’: Argentina fans search for consolation as Messi misses out on perfect ending
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time in a major final, but Argentine fans gathered to celebrate their team’s efforts and previous accomplishments rather than mourn the loss.
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Common Problems Faced by PMAY Applicants in India
Initially launched in 2015 to address the problem of homelessness in our country, the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana or PMAY list of benefits is pretty extensive. It includes affordable housing for all urban classes at subsidised home loan interest rates, eco-friendly...
Spain: An Alternative For Immigrants
No matter where you are in the world, for some reason or another, there will always be someone who will look for an alternative outside their country. This is considered the perfect reason, persons search for new alternatives in other countries because they would like...
3 Critical Facts About Hate Crimes in America
At the beginning of this year, 22 individuals lost their lives in El Paso, Texas on account of an individual who had hatred towards immigrants and Latinos. Another gun violence also occurred in Gilroy, California, which resulted in the death of three people and is...
Norsk Tipping issues warning for those betting on elections
Norsk Tipping, one of the two state-owned gambling operators in Norway has issued a warning to its population against betting on the results of the local elections. It says that such bets encourage poll manipulation and could thus be dangerous. Earlier, the Norwegian...