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Big setback to Trump: Judge orders White House to restore access for CNN, MS NOW and Politico
A US federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to restore White House access to CNN, MS NOW and Politico after the three news organisations were barred from the premises by President Donald Trump.
California households get summer electricity credits as state returns $886 million
This summer, California is stepping up to support households with automatic electricity bill credits for August and September. A total of $886 million will be distributed among utility customers, granting an average of $75 off their bills without any application process. Funded through the Cap-and-Invest initiative, these credits aim to alleviate financial stress during peak energy usage, ensuring relief during the hottest months of the year.
At 90, former paratrooper sets world-best 10K time for his age
Ninety-year-old Ian Winship from North Lanarkshire has made headlines by completing a 10-kilometre race, achieving a remarkable time that sets a world-best record in the M90 category as per Scottish Athletics. His daily fitness routine, involving extensive walking, keeps him energized and motivated. Joined by his daughter and grandson during the race, Winship's determination has received praise from local authorities, serving as an inspiration to many within the community.
Iran embassy trolls Trump with Balakrishna's film clip after 'annihilate' Iran threat | See Post
Iran's Embassy in Zimbabwe has responded to US President Donald Trump's threat to "annihilate" Iran with a clip from a Telugu action film, joking that the US president has been watching Bollywood instead of Hollywood. The embassy shared a 58-second clip from the 2023 Telugu film Bhagavanth Kesari, starring Nandamuri Balakrishna, on X. The post came after Trump's remarks at the United Nations General Assembly, where he said he was weighing whether to strike a deal with Iran or "annihilate the Islamic Republic".
Pakistan strikes 10 locations in Afghanistan in response to drone attacks
Pakistan said early Thursday it carried out airstrikes on 10 sites in Afghanistan that it claimed were used to launch drone attacks against Pakistan a day earlier, marking a sharp escalation between the neighbours that threatens mediation efforts by regional powers. The fresh strike came days after Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan's Kunar and Paktika provinces killed three civilians.
Trade, technology, AI, military ties: What expected to figure in talks between Jinping and Trump
US President Donald Trump along with First Lady Melania Trump rolled out a red carpet to welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday (local time) for the latter's three-day state visit to the United States at the invitation of US President. The Chinese aircraft carrying Xi and Chinese First Lady Peng Liyuan touched down at the Joint Base Andrews in Maryland near here at 5.39 pm local time on Wednesday (3.09 am IST, Thursday) for the second summit meeting with Trump in less than six months.
'Do not let Putin drag you into this war': Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urges India, 46 other nations at UN
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged India and 46 other countries to prevent their citizens from being drawn into the Russia-Ukraine war, alleging that Russia was recruiting foreign nationals for the conflict. He said Russia was recruiting citizens from several countries and sending them to the battlefield.
Daniel Levy got £27m after leaving Tottenham in 2025; total club earnings reach £88m
On September 4, 2025, Daniel Levy officially stepped down as the executive chairman of Tottenham Hotspur, receiving a £27 million payout that covered both his salary and bonuses. Over his impressive 25-year tenure, Levy amassed earnings of about £61 million. This brings his total compensation to an astonishing £88 million, which coincidentally matches the amount Tottenham earned from Harry Kane's transfer to Bayern Munich.
Indian seafarer killed in MV Cape Dao attack off Oman, two torpedoes hit ship sailing towards India
An Indian seafarer, identified as Suraj Yadav from Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, was killed after MV Cape Dao was attacked while sailing towards India, the Forward Seamen's Union of India (FSUI) said. The union said Yadav was working as a wiper on the vessel.
Jaishankar meets Rubio at UN General Assembly, raises concerns over US tariffs of up to 100% on Russian oil
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday during the High-Level Week of the 81st United Nations General Assembly, where he is leading the Indian delegation. The meeting covered India's concerns over the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act (SRIA), as well as developments in the Gulf and Ukraine.
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- Big setback to Trump: Judge orders White House to restore access for CNN, MS NOW and Politico
- California households get summer electricity credits as state returns $886 million
- At 90, former paratrooper sets world-best 10K time for his age
- Iran embassy trolls Trump with Balakrishna's film clip after 'annihilate' Iran threat | See Post
- Pakistan strikes 10 locations in Afghanistan in response to drone attacks
