January 10, 2025 5:59 am

Day: January 9, 2025

Gunmen attack Chad’s presidential palace, 19 killed

A group of armed assailants launched an attack on the presidential palace in Chad’s capital, leading to the deaths of at least 19 people, most of whom were the attackers. The incident occurred on Wednesday in N’Djamena, the capital of the Central African country, according to government officials. Journalists from the French news agency AFP […]

Kangana Ranaut Slams Oscars for Portraying India Negatively

Actress Kangana Ranaut has launched a strong critique against the Academy Awards, accusing them of promoting films that depict India in a negative light. Her comments come after the recent failure of Laapataa Ladies to make it to the Oscars’ shortlist. In an interview with Times Now, Ranaut voiced her frustration with what she sees […]

Oscar Nominations Delayed Due to Wildfires, Voting Extended

At least five people were killed in the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, USA, on Wednesday (January 8). Hundreds of homes have been destroyed, and firefighting and water supply systems are under immense pressure. Over 100,000 people have been evacuated from their homes to safety. Many Hollywood stars have also been affected by the fires, […]

Why is the United States lifting restrictions on Indian nuclear organizations?

The United States is set to lift restrictions on several Indian organizations working in the nuclear energy sector. This information was disclosed by U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan during his visit to New Delhi. Speaking at an event at IIT Delhi on Monday, Sullivan said, “The United States is finalizing the necessary steps to […]

Wildfires Ravage Los Angeles, Killing Five and Forcing Mass Evacuations

LOS ANGELES – On January 8th, fierce wildfires surrounded Los Angeles, claiming at least five lives, destroying hundreds of homes, and stretching firefighting resources and water supplies to the limit. Over 100,000 residents were ordered to evacuate as more than 100,000 people fled their homes. Fierce winds hindered firefighting operations and fueled the fires, which […]

Tom Holland to Star in New Crime Thriller

Tom Holland, renowned for his role as Spider-Man, has secured his next major film project. The actor is set to both star in and produce The Partner, a gripping crime thriller based on John Grisham’s bestselling novel of the same name. Holland will portray Patrick Lanigan, a lawyer who orchestrates an elaborate scheme to fake […]

Germany and France Issue Warnings Over Trump’s Greenland Ambitions

Germany and France have issued stern warnings to Donald Trump after the US president-elect indicated he might not rule out military action to take control of Greenland, an autonomous Danish territory. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasized the sanctity of national borders, stating, “The principle of the inviolability of borders applies to every country… no matter […]

US Warns North Korea Gains War Experience Fighting with Russia in Ukraine

United Nations, Jan 8, 2025 – The United States has raised concerns that North Korea is benefiting from its troops fighting alongside Russia against Ukraine, gaining valuable experience that makes Pyongyang “more capable of waging war against its neighbors,” according to US Deputy Ambassador to the UN, Dorothy Shea. Russia has strengthened its diplomatic and […]

Meta’s Policy Shift Sparks Concerns Over Hate Speech and Misinformation

WASHINGTON – Tech giant Meta has rolled back restrictions around topics such as gender and sexual identity, a sweeping move that advocacy groups fear will fuel hate speech. The change coincides with the company’s shock announcement on January 7th that it was ending its third-party fact-checking program in the United States and adopting a crowd-sourced […]

US to Announce $500 Million Military Aid for Ukraine at Final Biden-Era Conference

WASHINGTON – The United States is set to announce a $500 million military aid package for Ukraine on January 9th, during the final gathering of President Joe Biden’s weapons pledging conferences. These meetings, which Kyiv credits as crucial to its defense against Russia, have been organized by the Ukraine Defence Contact Group (UDCG), a coalition […]