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US to Pay $725 Million of Its $4 Billion-Plus Outstanding UN Debt

The United States is planning to repay $725 million as part of its substantial outstanding debt to the United Nations, according to reports. The planned payment would represent less than 20 percent of the total amount owed. The UN had previously disclosed in May that the US owes it more than $4 billion in total. The partial repayment signals a move toward addressing the long-standing financial obligation, though a significant portion of the debt would still remain unpaid.

Santa Cruz Island Fox Rebounds from Near-Extinction After Pig Eradication

A feral pig removal program on Santa Cruz Island, launched in 2005 and completed in 2006, led to a remarkable wildlife recovery. A total of 5,036 pigs were removed from the island during the operation. The absence of feral pigs allowed the island fox population to surge from just 70 individuals to over 2,100. By 2016, federal authorities removed three island fox subspecies from the endangered species list. This recovery is recognized as the fastest of any mammal under the U.S. Endangered Species Act.

Six Injured in Knife Attacks on Pedestrians in Delhi

Six people were injured in knife attacks targeting passersby in Delhi, according to police. The incidents involved assailants attacking individuals on the street. All six injured victims were transported to Sanjay Gandhi Memorial Hospital for treatment. Two of the more seriously injured were subsequently referred to Safdarjung Hospital for further medical care.

PM Modi: India's Political Stability Makes It a Global Growth Bright Spot

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has highlighted India's political stability as a key strength on the global stage. He stated that the country maintains continuity in its policies, which has bolstered confidence among the international community. Modi emphasized that the world increasingly views India as a promising center of growth and hope. His remarks reflect the government's position that stable governance is central to India's rising global economic profile.

Delhi Police Arrest Six for Murder of Taxi Driver Lured via Offline Booking

Delhi Police have arrested six individuals, including a juvenile, in connection with the murder of a taxi driver in the capital. The victim was allegedly lured through an offline cab booking before being killed. The motive behind the crime appears to have been the theft of the driver's vehicle. Authorities successfully recovered the stolen car from Rajasthan following the arrests.

Bail denied to Pulwama attack accused, jail authorities asked to provide medical care

US Supreme Court Temporarily Permits Trump's White House Ballroom Construction

Chief Justice John Roberts issued a temporary order on Friday allowing construction of a ballroom at the White House to proceed. The decision came as the Supreme Court considers an emergency appeal filed by the Trump administration. The order is not a final ruling but a provisional measure keeping work active during the court's deliberations. The Trump administration had sought urgent intervention to prevent a halt to the ongoing construction project.

Hind Rajab's Mother Calls for Independent Probe After Israel Admits Opening Fire

The mother of Gaza girl Hind Rajab has demanded an independent investigation into her daughter's death. Israel's military this week acknowledged that it fired upon the family's car as they attempted to flee during an Israeli military operation. Israeli forces also admitted to shooting toward an ambulance that had been dispatched to rescue the family. The admissions have intensified calls for accountability over the circumstances surrounding Hind's death.

Kishtwar girl dies after ‘forced abortion’ bid, teacher held

Opposition CMs Repeatedly Denied MEA Clearance for Foreign Travel

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy was recently denied permission by the Ministry of External Affairs for a foreign visit, but he is not the first opposition leader to face such a rejection. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann and West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee have previously encountered similar denials. Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan were also refused approval for official foreign trips. The pattern of rejections underscores the MEA's authority in granting political clearance to state officials for international travel. The recurring instances suggest a broader trend of the central government scrutinising foreign visit requests from opposition-led state governments.

Omar Abdullah backs Rahul Gandhi, says LoP’s job is to make govt accountable

Dutch Regulator Fines Uber €290M for Violating Driver Data Privacy Rights

The Netherlands data protection authority has fined Uber 290 million euros for breaching European data privacy regulations related to driver data handling. The penalty centers on Uber's practice of making decisions about driver account deactivations through automated processing alone. Under European data law, individuals must not be subjected to decisions made solely by automated systems without human oversight. The ruling highlights growing regulatory scrutiny of how tech platforms use algorithms to manage workers. Uber has not yet publicly confirmed whether it will appeal the decision.

Cognizant notifies individuals of data breach, offers $1 m identity theft cover

Delhi Police Detain Anti-Reservation Protesters at Jantar Mantar

Delhi Police detained a group of protesters who had gathered at Jantar Mantar to demonstrate against the current reservation system. The demonstrators were organized through social media platforms ahead of the protest. Their central demand was that economic status, rather than caste, should be the primary criterion for determining eligibility for government reservations and support. Authorities moved in to detain the protesters at the well-known demonstration site in the capital.

Chile Observatory Accidentally Captures Star Gas Recycling Into Milky Way

An unfinished observatory in Chile called MOTHRA has captured dense gas clouds being expelled by a dying star. The discovery was made accidentally during calibration tests conducted in November 2025. The captured clouds were observed blending back into the Milky Way galaxy, revealing how stellar material is recycled for future celestial bodies. This finding provides significant new insights into the process of stellar mass loss and its interactions with the broader galaxy.

Turkey Issues Genocide Warrant Against Netanyahu Over Gaza Flotilla Incident

Turkey has issued an arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, citing allegations of genocide. The move comes amid Turkey's increasingly vocal criticism of Israel's military campaign in Gaza. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has repeatedly accused Netanyahu of committing genocide against Palestinians. The warrant is linked to Israel's interception of a flotilla, though it reflects the broader deterioration of Turkish-Israeli relations. The Gaza conflict itself was triggered by Hamas's deadly attacks on Israel on October 7, 2023.

WWE Couple Miz and Maryse Hold Combined Net Worth of $14 Million in 2026

Mike Mizanin and Maryse Ouellet, known for their careers in WWE, have accumulated a combined net worth of $14 million as of 2026. Their wealth is largely driven by their professional wrestling careers and appearances on reality television. The couple has further diversified their income through acting projects and various business ventures. Real estate investments and brand partnerships also contribute significantly to their overall financial portfolio. Their ongoing involvement in the entertainment industry indicates continued potential for wealth growth.

Jana Sena MP's Son Linked to Aston Martin Crash in Hyderabad Under Probe

A Rajya Sabha MP from Jana Sena Party, Lingamaneni Ramesh of Andhra Pradesh, has spoken out after his son became linked to an Aston Martin crash in Hyderabad. The MP stated that his son took the injured woman to the hospital following the incident. He confirmed that his son is cooperating with the ongoing investigation by authorities. Ramesh urged people and media not to prejudge his son before the probe is complete.

Gulf Nations Deport Over 20,000 Pakistanis Over Security and Begging Concerns

More than 20,000 Pakistani nationals have been deported from Gulf countries, according to data released by Pakistan's Narcotics Control Ministry. Gulf authorities cited a range of reasons for the expulsions, including begging, security concerns, and immigration and criminal violations. The figures highlight the significant scale of deportations from the Gulf region targeting Pakistani residents. The data brings renewed attention to the challenges faced by Pakistani migrants in Gulf nations.

Japan eradicates invasive mongoose population 45 years after deliberate release

Japan has successfully eliminated its entire population of small Indian mongooses, completing a major wildlife eradication effort in 2024. The animals were originally introduced in 1979, when 30 mongooses were released to control snakes on the island. Instead of solving the snake problem, the population grew and became a serious threat to native wildlife on a UNESCO World Heritage site. Authorities carried out years of intensive trapping, tracking, and monitoring to achieve the total eradication. The program is now recognized as one of the largest mongoose eradication efforts ever completed globally.