Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's director of appointments resigns after decade-old antisemitic posts surface. The ADL demands answers on vetting. Full story on the early test for the new administration.
Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes begins rehab after season-ending knee surgery. His mother thanks fans for prayers as the Chiefs miss playoffs. Full story on recovery timeline and impact.
Netherlands Foreign Trade Minister Geoffrey van Leeuwen emphasizes the urgency of finalizing the India-EU Free Trade Agreement, calling it vital for strategic partnerships. Read more on the key hurdles and economic implications.
Megyn Kelly fires back at Ben Shapiro and Bari Weiss for their public criticism of Candace Owens at Turning Point USA's AmericaFest, revealing behind-the-scenes efforts to mediate. Read the full story of the conservative media feud.
Russian President Vladimir Putin refused responsibility for war deaths, blaming Ukraine and the West. Read key details from his tense annual press conference.
Nalin Haley, son of Nikki Haley, defends his dual heritage as 'Indian and White' in a heated online debate. The clash involves Vivek Ramaswamy's views on American identity. Explore the full story.
Islamic State calls Palmyra attack a 'blow' after 2 US soldiers, interpreter killed. Trump vows serious retaliation. Syrian forces arrest 5 suspects. Read the full details.
US President Donald Trump will announce new pacts with major drugmakers like AbbVie & Merck to lower prescription costs. Details on the 'most-favored-nation' push here.
Bangladesh faces widespread violence after the death of uprising leader Sharif Osman Hadi. The Assistant Indian High Commissioner's residence in Chattogram was targeted. Get the latest updates.
Portuguese national Claudio Neves-Valente kills two at Brown University, targets MIT professor, then dies by suicide. Investigators probe personal jealousy and past academic grudges as possible motives. Read the full story.
A 19.1% surge in Chinese students returning home in 2024 signals a major shift. Tight Western visas & strong domestic support reshape global talent flow. Explore the trend.
Erika Kirk, CEO of Turning Point USA, delivers a powerful address at AmericaFest, honoring her late husband Charlie Kirk, criticising Candace Owens, and endorsing JD Vance for President. Read the full story.
Pune's minimum temperature plunges, with Pashan recording 7.7°C. IMD scientist explains the cold wave's cause and forecasts similar conditions for 48 hours. Discover the weather details.
Pune shivers as minimum temperatures drop, with Pashan at 7.7°C. IMD scientist explains the cold wave's cause and forecasts similar conditions for 48 hours. Read for details on affected areas and the science behind the chill.
The Trump administration appeals a court ruling that found it illegally withheld $2B in research funds from Harvard. The case highlights a clash over university autonomy and federal power. Read the full story.
French President Macron suggests re-engaging with Putin as EU leaders, divided on war strategy, agree on a €90 billion loan for Ukraine after failing to pass a €140 billion plan. Read the full analysis.
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav directs authorities to ensure visible air quality improvement in Delhi-NCR within a week. Key measures include dust removal, traffic decongestion, and strict enforcement.
IMD forecasts dense to very dense fog across nine northern states until December 25, disrupting travel. Delhi AQI remains 'very poor'. Drive safely and check advisories.
The US Embassy in Bangladesh has issued a security advisory for American citizens in Dhaka due to potential unrest during the funeral of Islamist leader Sharif Osman Hadis. Stay informed and safe.
Multiple people injured in coordinated knife and smoke grenade attacks at Taipei metro stations. Three victims in cardiac arrest, suspect also critically injured. Investigation ongoing.
Trump's Justice Department faces a December 20 deadline to release Jeffrey Epstein investigation documents. Congress mandates disclosure amid political pressure and conspiracy theories.
Andrea Lucas, chair of the US EEOC, urges white men to report race or sex discrimination at work. The move aligns with Trump's anti-DEI orders and shifts agency focus. Experts debate the impact.
The Daily Star's print edition was halted for the first time in 35 years after protesters set fire to its Dhaka office. Read about the attack on press freedom and the political climate ahead of Bangladesh's elections.
The US suspends its Diversity Visa lottery after a Portuguese national, who entered via the program, was linked to a shooting. Learn which countries are affected and the program's future.
The office of Bangladesh's leading daily, Prothom Alo, was vandalised. Its executive editor, Matiur Rahman, faces charges in a 'darkest night' attack on press freedom. Read the full report.
The UAE is identified as the buyer in a massive $2.3 billion military contract with Israel's Elbit Systems, raising alarms amid the Gaza war. Read the full story on the deepening ties and international fallout.
Taiwan Premier Cho Jung-tai confirms injuries after a smoke bomb attack at a Taipei subway station. The attacker is suspected to have killed himself. Read the latest details.
US President Donald Trump's executive order reclassifying marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III marks a historic shift, challenging the costly and racially biased 'War on Drugs'. Explore the implications.
Nitin Murkute, 41, collapsed during a cricket match in North Carolina. His family, with wife on H-4 visa, faces financial crisis. Community starts fundraiser.
A personal account of Dehradun's transformation: serene spots lost to Instagram fame, climate change impacts, and the tragic 2025 floods. Discover the city's fading identity.