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Tulsi Gabbard, nominated by Donald Trump for Director of National Intelligence, aims to address Havana syndrome during her confirmation hearing. Havana syndrome consists of unexplained health issues affecting American diplomatic personnel and their families stationed globally. Some intelligence agencies suggest a foreign entity might be responsible. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/cujgws7

President Trump has appointed Chris Rocheleau as the acting FAA administrator following a tragic aircraft collision near Washington, D.C. Rocheleau, with over two decades of experience at the FAA, most recently served as the chief operating officer at the National Business Aviation Association. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3DqmtBk

Former President Trump made unsubstantiated claims about a midair collision, linking it to FAA diversity policies from the Obama and Biden administrations. Despite the investigation being in its early stages, he criticized these policies and emphasized the need for competency-based hiring. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/lQjosqS

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. denied allegations of sexual misconduct toward his former babysitter during his confirmation hearing. He claimed the apology in a text to her was for something unrelated. Text messages revealed Kennedy expressing regret for any discomfort caused. His cousin Caroline Kennedy opposed his nomination, alleging a history of inappropriate behavior. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/mpoVNlq

The White House OMB withdrew its federal grant spending freeze directive just two days after its implementation, which caused widespread confusion. The freeze aimed to ensure compliance with executive orders, but legal challenges and pressure led to a quick reversal, avoiding potential disruptions in funding for vital programs and services. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/zk7qpvi

Vogue has critiqued Melania Trump's outfit in her official White House portrait, with writer Hannah Jackson commenting that Melania looks like a freelance magician. While the photo has generally been criticized as being 'heavily photoshopped', Vogue's harsh criticism of Melania has a context. Vogue did not make a cover on Melania during her first stint as the First Lady ditching a long-running tradition. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3hIloeR

Vivek Ramaswamy admitted that DOGE became a tech project and hence Elon Musk is the best to handle it but insisted that he had no fallout with Elon Musk or Donald Trump and they both supported his next step to run as Ohio governor. Host Charlamagne the God said he did not believe Ramaswamy's explanation. “I think you either got pushed out, or you know that it’s going to implode. I think that you know Elon is going to crash and burn," Charlamagne said. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/30bLnYN

Caroline Kennedy praised Kennedy Jr for “pulling himself out of illness and disease” but lamented the “siblings and cousins who Bobby encouraged down the path of substance abuse suffered addiction, illness, and death while Bobby has gone on to misrepresent, lie, and cheat his way through life.” “I have known Bobby my whole life; we grew up together,” wrote Kennedy. “It’s no surprise that he keeps birds of prey as pets because he himself is a predator." from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/dqkzb02

When Donald Trump was asked whether Elon Musk was getting an office in the West Wing, he said, "No". "He's getting an office for about 20 people that we're hiring to make sure that these (savings) get implemented," Trump said referring to Elon Musk's work as Department of Government Efficiency chief. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/zUov5Zt

Elon Musk reacted to a post that claimed that DeppSeek has about 50,000 Nvidia H100s that they can't talk about because of the US export controls that are in place. "Obviously," Elon Musk wrote. The post was based on the claim of Scale AI CEO Alexandr Wang with whom Elon Musk agreed about what DeepSeek AI is not revealing. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/FzKrmPC

Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump had a telephone conversation discussing the importance of UK-US ties, joint security efforts, and economic deregulation plans. Trump congratulated Starmer on his brother's passing and expressed respect for the Royal Family. Their previous meeting was in September, with potential future visits to the UK or Saudi Arabia. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/nA1oiLJ

Tom Homan confirms that mass deportations of illegal migrants from the US will continue daily, as pledged by President Trump for the 2024 election. Homan emphasized that all individuals residing unlawfully in the US are subject to deportation. The US military remains actively involved, with increased arrests focusing on public safety and national security threats. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/O0Pz6MH

Latvia's Prime Minister, Evika Siliņa, has sought assistance from Sweden and other Nato allies to investigate damage to an underwater data cable linking Latvia to Sweden. The damage is believed to be externally influenced, prompting intensive collaboration and a criminal investigation, while alternate data routes continue to operate. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/ouVkCJX

​Bill and Melinda were married in 1994 and have three kids Jennifer, 28, Rory, 25 and Phoebe, 22. They announced their split in May 2021 and said that they had been living separately for a year. Bill earlier admitted that he caused pain when she confronted him about a report that he'd had an affair with a Microsoft employee. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/iO59X6z

​Kamala Harris established an LLC called Pioneer 49 last month in California, according to her presidential campaign's financial disclosure. The disclosure describes the company as an "entity to assist the former vice president," Politico reported. ​Pioneer is Harris' code name used by the Secret Service. And she was the 49th vice president. Barack Obama too used his code name Renegade to create the organisation Renegade 44 when he left office. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/YnklGSj

The Sindh High Court has issued notices to several authorities following a petition by Chinese citizens alleging police harassment, extortion, and movement restrictions in Sindh province. The petitioners claim that their legal investments and residence in Pakistan are being compromised due to unjustified detentions, bribes, and unprofessional conduct by police officials. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/HVsGiEp

MP Bob Blackman condemned the storming of a cinema by masked Khalistan supporters in the UK parliament, calling them 'terrorists'. He urged home secretary Yvette Cooper to ensure the British public can watch films without intimidation. House leader Lucy Powell agreed and promised to update the House on this matter. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/4C9RctJ

Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi on Friday told US Secretary of State Marco Rubio that Washington needs to approach the issue of Taiwan "prudently", the ministry in Beijing said, as the pair held their first talks since Donald Trump took office. The Chinese minister said the pair should follow the lead of China's Xi Jinping and Trump in setting the tone for relations at a "new important juncture," the ministry said. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/dUQRMVW

A purported message has gone viral claiming that Jennifer Aniston herself admitted to her friends that she is dating Barack Obama. The unverified message apparently was a DM from a friend of Jen which got leaked on social media. This comes amid intense speculations about Barack Obama and Michelle Obama's divorce. In Jimmy Kimmel show last year, Jennifer Aniston denied rumors of dating Barack Obama. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/WUCL7O8

Experts from the US air force are assessing upgrades to Cyprus' Andreas Papandreou air base for future humanitarian operations in the Middle East. The upgrades will focus on improving air traffic safety, expanding the base, and enhancing its capacity for military and civilian aircraft. Cyprus has previously served as a transit point for evacuations and aid, and any use of the base by foreign forces will require government approval. The US and Cyprus have strengthened military cooperation in recent years. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/kK1O9iF

“Ramaswamy lasted minus one day, OK? He got blown out on Jan. 19, so he’s not even—you can’t even measure him by Scaramuccis, which are 11-day time units," Anthony Sacaramucci said. Scaramucci was fired by Trump as White House director after a week and a half but Scaramucci used that fame to appear on media regularly and then he created a super PAC that supported Joe Biden in 2020. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/Fu03q4Y

​A student shot two other pupils in a Tennesse high school cafeteria shootout before turning the gun to himself inside the cafeteria. Antioch High School where the incident took place was immediately placed on lockdown because of the sudden shooting. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Tennessee Highway Patrol, Tennessee Homeland Security and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives have said they also are responding. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/zrFxGKd

The UAE has sent its 23rd relief plane to Lebanon as part of the "UAE stands with Lebanon" campaign, delivering 35 tonnes of medical supplies, including essential devices and equipment for hospitals. This continued support, initiated by President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, aims to alleviate Lebanon's healthcare and economic crises. The UAE remains committed to providing aid to Lebanon and other nations facing crises. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/v3LylCP

Barron Trump caught attention at the inauguration for his height and polite demeanor, exchanging greetings with Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. Social media speculated on his interaction with Biden, but a lip reader clarified that the exchange was light though Barron Trump's reply to Joe Biden was weird. "It's good to see you man," Biden apparently told Barron Trump. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/uqhMwjr

Pete Hegseth's former sister-in-law (ex-wife of his brother) has now claimed that Hegseth made his second wife Samantha Deering fear for her life. The allegation has reached the senators who will be confirming Hegseth to the Pentagon job for which Donald Trump picked him. Pete Hegseth's wife said the allegations are baseless as there was no physical abuse in her marriage. Hegseth's lawyer said his former sister-in-law had a bone to pick with the Hegseth family. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/uTKHtW4

"The body language between Trump, Harris, and Biden was contentious, stonewalling one another intentionally not to acknowledge or show respect through eye contact, eyebrow glance, or handshake," body language expert Susan Constantine said. "Harris's face was tense, as she seemed uncomfortable, and she was leaning away from Biden. She appeared to hug the chair to create further distance between her and Biden," the expert said. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/kOcCYmu

​"The entrenched interests run deep. They will throw everything they can at Elon to stop change. It won't work. But it's going to get uglier and uglier. Be ready, America. We'll need you to have his back," Kimbal Musk posted. Elon Musk's mother Maye Musk posted photos of other leaders like Barack Obama, Hilary Clinton, and Kamala Harris doing the same gesture. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/l9mCieu

A video of Barron Trump shaking hands with Joe Biden and Kamala Harris at Donald Trump's inauguration has gone viral, earning praise for his courtesy. In 2017, when Donald Trump entered the White House for the first time, Barron was a child but this time all eyes are on the 18-year-old as Donald Trump credited Barron for guiding him on reaching out to the young voters. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/e3L8wZg

So far, DOGE has been secretive about its meetings; they conduct their business over Signal, the encrypted messaging app and the physical meetings take place at SpaceX's Washington offices. If Vivek Ramaswamy exits DOGE to contest for the Ohio Governor election in 2026, it will be Elon Musk all alone at DOGE. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/jr89CFN

Hours after TikTok went dark in the US, the company said Sunday that it was in the process of restoring service. “We thank President Trump for providing the necessary clarity and assurance to our service providers that they will face no penalties providing TikTok to over 170 million Americans and allowing over 7 million small businesses to thrive,” TikTok Policy wrote on X. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/MUe5tJ2

Donald Trump will place his hand on two Bibles during the swearing-in ceremony: the Lincoln Bible from 1861 and one gifted by his mother in 1955. The Lincoln Bible has been used three times since, by President Barack Obama at each of his inaugurations and by Donald Trump in 2017. In 2013, Obama too took the oath of office keeping his hands on two Bibles -- one was owned by Martin Luther King Jr and the other was the Lincoln Bible. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/qW08tcK

President-elect Trump is likely to grant TikTok a 90-day extension to finalize a deal and prevent a U.S. ban. He indicated that a decision would be made after taking office on Monday. The new law barring app stores from distributing TikTok begins Sunday, and TikTok has requested assurance from the Biden administration regarding law enforcement. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/IeFshxS

A New Yorker is facing a lawsuit for allegedly harassing the owners of a TikTok-famous photo booth next to her home. Accusations include throwing urine, painting feces, and making threats. The neighbor claims the suit is a ploy for money and denies some of the allegations. The photo booth has drawn large crowds, causing tensions. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/1V84IlQ

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Secretary of State Antony Blinken bid farewell to the State Department staff, urging them to continue advancing US foreign policy despite the uncertainty of the incoming Trump administration. He praised their resilience and dedication to making the world a better place, encouraging them to persist in their mission as custodians of American diplomacy under new leadership. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/J3Usz8R

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, nominated by Donald Trump to lead Homeland Security, faced a Senate hearing. Promising to enforce stricter immigration policies, Noem aims to deport millions, end asylum-seeker policies, and focus on deporting migrants with criminal records. Senate discussions included disaster response, federal cybersecurity, and Secret Service reforms, highlighting the department's crucial national security role. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/Xizp179

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A gunman entered Coquette Brasserie in Raleigh and fatally shot a man before turning the gun on himself. The shooter is in critical condition and another bystander was injured but not severely. Police believe the incident resulted from a dispute and confirmed it wasn’t random. Traffic near North Hills shopping mall and several schools were temporarily affected. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/N5Q93ie

Melania Trump accuses the Obamas of withholding information during her first term transition, while Jill Biden sent her a supportive note this time. Melania declined the Bidens' invitation for tea and did not attend Jill Biden's event. But later as they met at Jimmy Carter's funeral, Jill Biden said Melania thanked her for her note. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/r8ATvsY

​"Obviously what's happening in Los Angeles is very serious but I jokingly refer that don't forget about all of the victims here. Meghan has had her Netflix show and she had all the PR thing ready, she was expecting that the should would come in a couple of days but now it has been pushed off again. So can we think about all the victims of the Los Angeles Fires please," Sky News host Paul Murray said. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/XmyOSAt

Starbucks announced reversing its open-door policy, initially introduced in 2018 to promote inclusivity. From January 2025, non-paying visitors will no longer have automatic access to its spaces. This change aims to prioritize paying customers and address safety issues, prompting discussions on the evolving role of third spaces in society and balancing inclusivity with practicality. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/sydboaf

Antony Blinken's final press conference escalated when two journalists were removed after they accused him of supporting genocide in Gaza. ​"Why did you keep your bombs flowing while you had a deal in May? We all knew we had a deal. Everyone in this room knows you had a deal," one asked. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/BN3e6jl

Meghan Markle is dumbfounded overall at the repeated backlash she's facing and that a Hollywood personality is not coming out to defend her. While Justine Bateman slammed Meghan, no prominent voices from Hollywood supported Meghan in what can be seen as a signal of how Hollywood has turned its back on Meghan. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/vHKq74U

Los Angeles fire authorities faced criticism for delayed deployment and underutilization of available firefighting resources during the Pacific Palisades wildfire, despite severe wind warnings. Internal records reveal only a fraction of available firefighters and engines were initially used. Officials defend their strategy, citing experience and resource constraints, amid criticism of missteps and budget cuts affecting response. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3oUMeA7

​It's not known whether Pelosi and Joe Biden have spoken since July when Pelosi 'forced' him to step aside from the race though Pelosi officially maintained that she did not exert any pressure. After Trump’s victory in November, Pelosi placed the blame for the Democrats’ loss on Biden. “Had the president gotten out sooner, there may have been other candidates in the race,” the California Democrat said during an interview with a New York Times podcast. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/ndSaKoq

Pete Hegseth, Trump's defense secretary pick, faced intense questioning from Senate Democrats regarding his controversial past, including accusations of drunken behavior and sexual misconduct. Despite the allegations, Hegseth denied all claims and stated his support for women in combat roles. Vice President-elect JD Vance condemned the grilling, calling it 'grandstanding.' from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/mCQaPty

The garbage truck from Donald Trump's 2024 campaign, which symbolized his response to being called 'garbage' by Joe Biden, will feature in his inauguration parade. The truck became iconic after Trump used it during a rally to criticize Biden. Trump's inauguration, where Biden confirmed his attendance, will include the truck and a 'Make America Great Again Victory Rally.' from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/Cv65rhD

​"Sorry, it's a lot of them," Hegseth said as he fumbled on Rex's name. But he did not actually forget the name. He just got stuck which he admitted and overcame. ​Out of the seven children, four are Hegseth's biological and three are his stepchildren. He shares one daughter with his current wife Jennifer and shares three other kids with his second wife Samantha Deering. Hegseth is a stepdad to Jennifer's three children. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/7l24hzD

Since the first report broke out in 2024, the author and his representatives strongly denied all the allegations though it delivered a setback to the production of Good Omens. Gaiman reacted to the stories of Kendra Stout and Pavlovich and defended himself in both cases. He said his relationship with Kendra was never unlawful and said Pavlovich had a condition for which she had false memories. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/caHC0ks

Sam Harris explained on a podcast why he is no longer friends with Elon Musk, citing Musk's interactions with right-wing figures and online misinformation. Musk reacted by calling Harris 'mentally ill' and using a clown emoji. Harris expressed concern over Musk not verifying information and defaming former friends publicly. "He does not care if he's defaming someone in public who used to be a friend," Sam Harris said. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/IisWeXL

The Palisades Fire is raging uncontained for the sixth day, threatening the neighborhood of Brentwood in Los Angeles, where Vice President Kamala Harris has a home. ​The vice president has a long history of public service in her home state of California. She previously served as the district attorney of San Francisco and the attorney general of California. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/QvZiA9g