For the first time ever! China’s trade surplus smashes $1 trillion mark
China, the world's second-largest economy, registered its trade surplus reaching a landmark $1 trillion in November for the first time ever.
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Terror on the brink? Pakistani immigrant nabbed in US with guns, shocking attack plot
A Pakistani immigrant, who is a former student of the University of Delware, was arrested after a handgun, ammunition and written plans for an attack were recovered from his possession.
‘They’re dumping!’ Trump sounds alarm on Indian rice, hints at fresh tariffs
US President Donald Trump has hinted at imposing tariffs on Indian rice, accusing New Delhi of dumping the commodity in the United States.
Canada creates new permanent residency pathway for 5000 foreign doctors
Toronto/IBNS: Canada is introducing new measures to support its healthcare system by creating a faster and simpler path to permanent residency for international doctors already working in the country.
One Thai soldier, four Cambodian civilians killed as Thailand-Cambodia border clashes reignite
Bangkok/IBNS: Tensions on the Thailand–Cambodia border surged once more on Monday, as Thailand launched air strikes on Cambodian positions amid fresh accusations and counteraccusations of aggression.
Horror in Pakistan: Mother, daughter stabbed to death in brutal 'honour’ attack in Katachi
A Pakistani woman and her daughter were stabbed to death in Gizri area of Karachi in the name of 'honour' on Friday, media reports said.
Shot dead on duty! 24-year-old ambulance driver killed by unknown gunmen in Pakistan, locals erupt in protest
The youth driver of an ambulance died after unknown gunmen opened fire on the vehicle on the Peshawar-Islamabad Motorway service road near Hund Badrai Bridge in Pakistan.
Donald Trump sounds alarm on Netflix-Warner Bros merger — ‘This could be a problem!’
Washington DC/IBNS: US President Donald Trump has expressed concern over Netflix's proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), warning that the deal “could be a problem” due to the streaming giant’s already “very large market share.”
Crackdown at the border! US announces USD 5,000 penalty for undocumented immigrants
The US government has announced a penalty of USD 5,000 for undocumented immigrants aged 14 or older. The penalty has been imposed under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Pakistani security forces thwart attack on Jaffar Express
Pakistani security forces have foiled an attempt to target Jaffar Express by recovering a bomb planted on a railway track in Nasirabad district in Pakistan on Saturday.
US immigration crackdown: Work permits to be valid for only 18 months now
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated its policy manual, reducing the validity of work permits issued to several Green Card applicants and other protected immigrants from five years to 18 months.
Horror in the clinic: UK ex-doctor charged over assaults on 38 victims
The British Crown Prosecution Service has announced charges against a former doctor for alleged sexual assaults carried out against 38 victims who were patients in his care.
Fatal New York blaze: Indian students die as house erupts in flames
Two Indian-origin students died after sustaining critical injuries in a house fire in the US, according to the Consulate General of India in New York.
Canada removes Syria from terrorism support list after extensive review
Ottawa/IBNS: The federal government has removed Syria from Canada’s List of Foreign State Supporters of Terrorism under the State Immunity Act.
Katy Perry makes her relationship with Justin Trudeau official in Japan photos
American pop star Katy Perry has officially confirmed her relationship with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, sharing a series of affectionate photos and videos from their recent visit to Japan.
Frozen on Austria’s highest peak: Man charged after abandoning girlfriend near summit
An Austrian man has been formally charged with manslaughter and gross negligence after allegedly abandoning his girlfriend during a climb on Grossglockner, Austria’s highest mountain, resulting in her death from hypothermia, according to media reports.
Ailing former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia's London trip delayed. Know the reason
The medical evacuation of ailing former Bangladesh PM and BNP supremo Khaleda Zia, who is one of the key political figures in the South Asian country, has been delayed, media reports said.
Canada commits $40.5M to boost defence sector in Northern territories
The federal government is investing $40.5 million to grow Northern Canada’s defence industry and strengthen Arctic security, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs Rebecca Chartrand announced Friday.
FIFA awards Donald Trump a new 'Peace Prize' at 2026 World Cup Draw, stuns critics
In a move that has sparked widespread controversy, FIFA awarded former US President Donald Trump a newly created peace prize during the 2026 World Cup draw ceremony at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC.
Brazilian museum president dies in gym accident after barbell falls on chest
A 55-year-old Brazilian man died in a tragic weightlifting accident at a gym in Olinda on December 1, local media reported. Ronald Montenegro, an amateur weightlifter and the president of the iconic Palacio dos Bonecos Gigantes museum, was bench-pressing when the barbell slipped from his hands and crashed onto his chest.
UK's Ofcom imposes first £1mn Online Safety Act fine against porn site provider
UK's media regulator Ofcom has fined AVS Group Ltd – which runs 18 adult websites – £1 million for not having robust age checks in place, plus £50,000 for failing to respond to information requests.
Anti-Hamas militia chief Yasser Abu Shabab killed in Gaza ‘internal clash’ — not by Hamas, Israel says
Yasser Abu Shabab, a prominent anti-Hamas militia leader in the southern Gaza Strip, has been killed in what Israeli defence sources described as an “internal clash,” dealing a potential setback to Israel’s post-war strategy for the region.
Canada, India advance trade talks ahead of new economic partnership negotiations
Ottawa/IBNS: Canada and India are moving forward on plans to launch negotiations toward a comprehensive economic partnership agreement, following a call between senior trade ministers on Wednesday.
‘Imminent threat’: Marco Rubio warns against rise of radical Islam, announces US visa crackdown
Washington/IBNS: US State Secretary Marco Rubio on Wednesday (local time) issued a stark warning that radical Islamist movements seeking to expand their territorial and ideological reach pose an “imminent threat” to global security.
Convicted German neo-Nazi expresses remorse during confidante's trial in court
Berlin/DPA: Convicted German far-right terrorist Beate Zschäpe expressed remorse for her actions on Wednesday as she appeared at the trial of an alleged confidante.
Prime Minister Mark Carney to attend FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Draw in Washington
Ottawa/IBNS: Prime Minister Mark Carney will travel to Washington, D.C., on December 5 to represent Canada at the Final Draw ceremony for the FIFA World Cup 2026, the federal government announced Tuesday.
Germany arrests two Iraqi nationals over suspected Islamic State links
Two suspected members of the Islamic State terrorist militia have been arrested in western Germany, authorities said on Wednesday.
Spanish tourist stabbed at Berlin Holocaust Memorial testifies in terror trial
A Spanish tourist who was left with life-threatening injuries in a knife attack at Berlin's Holocaust Memorial earlier this year testified in court on Wednesday.
Japanese MP sparks debate by opposing expansion of Muslim burial sites
Tokyo/IBNS: A Japanese lawmaker has ignited fresh controversy after publicly rejecting proposals to expand Muslim burial grounds in the country, highlighting ongoing tensions between Japan’s traditional practices and the demands of its increasingly diverse population.
'Radicalised Islamist' Asim Munir yearns for war with India as Imran Khan pushes for peace: Ex-Pak PM's sister
Islamabad/IBNS: Aleema Khan, sister of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, has accused Chief of Defence Forces Asim Munir of seeking confrontation with India while her brother advocates a more conciliatory approach.