Indonesia detains four soldiers over acid attack on activist
Andrie Yunus, who criticised the armry’s role in government, suffered burns to 20% of his body. Source link
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South Africans say criminal gangs are exploiting the water crisis
Residents of some areas have been without mains water for weeks. Source link
ECB, BOE, Swiss National Bank, Riksbank interest rate decisions
A projection of a Euro currency sign is pictured on the facade of the European Central Bank (ECB) headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, western Germany, on Dec. 30, 2025. Kirill Kudryavtsev | Afp | Getty Images Before the war on Iran began in late February, Europe’s central banks enjoyed a more benign inflation outlook as…
Colour of Day 1 of Navratri – White: How to style it
Navratri’s first day calls for white, a versatile ‘blank canvas’ that offers a ‘quietly powerful’ vibe. Elevate your white ensemble with the right silhouette, rich textures like Chikankari or Gota Patti, and statement accessories. Complement the look with fresh makeup and a sleek hairstyle for a radiant start to the festivities. Navratri is finally here,…
Democrats walk out of Pam Bondi briefing on Epstein files over subpoena compliance
House Democrats walked out of a closed-door hearing with Attorney General Pam Bondi Wednesday while she was briefing lawmakers on the Epstein files a day after being subpoenaed to testify in mid-April. Democratic members of the Republican-led House Oversight Committee told reporters that Bondi, who was joined by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, would not…
Alberta seeks to set limits on use of medically assisted dying
The Canadian province has proposed legislation that will limit its use solely to end-of-life circumstances. Source link
8 legal checks to do before buying property in India
When purchasing properties like land, flats, villas, plots, etc., in India, it is a major financial deal that needs to be properly verified from a legal point of view, as skipping certain crucial documents may lead to serious disputes, financial losses, etc., and even the ownership of the property may come into question. Therefore, it…
FBI conducting leak investigation into Trump official who resigned over Iran war
A former senior intelligence official who resigned in protest over the Iran war is under investigation by the FBI for allegedly leaking classified information, according to a source familiar with the matter. The source told NBC News that the investigation began before Joe Kent, a longtime Trump ally and retired Green Beret, announced his resignation…
Ozempic Is About to Go Generic in India, China and Canada
In India, China and several other nations, Novo Nordisk is on the verge of losing patent protection for its blockbuster weight loss drug, opening the door for cheaper competing versions. Source link
Afghanistan evacuees in Qatar transit camp accuse US of betrayal
The US state department has clarified that it is not forcibly returning any evacuees to Afghanistan, but that some have voluntarily returned. It did not confirm whether it was paying those returning to Afghanistan, but sources have told the BBC that evacuees were offered $4,500 (£3,338) for the main applicant, and $1,200 for each of…