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China gives Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta deadline to abort $2 billion Manus deal, tells you have two weeks to …

China has ordered Meta to reverse its $2.5 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus within weeks, citing national security. Beijing claims authority over the Singapore-based firm's China-linked AI technology, demanding the return of assets and data. This move signals a strong warning to Chinese tech founders against exporting sensitive innovations to geopolitical rivals.

Key points as MPs question former Foreign Office boss on Mandelson vetting row

Key points as MPs question former Foreign Office boss on Mandelson vetting row6 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleKate WhannelPolitical reporterUK Parliament/ PAThe Foreign Affairs Committee has been hearing evidence about the vetting of Lord Mandelson to be the UK's ambassador to the United States.The prime minister sacked Lord Mandelson from the role in September 2025 over his links to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, but has been facing ongoing questions about the...

Pakistan’s Punjab Assembly passes law setting 18 as minimum marriage age

Dubai: The Punjab Assembly in Pakistan has passed the Child Marriage Restraint Bill 2026, setting 18 as the minimum legal age for marriage for both boys and girls and declaring underage marriage a non-bailable, cognisable offence, according to reports by Dawn and Geo News.The legislation introduces tough penalties, including rigorous imprisonment of two to three years and fines of up to Rs500,000 for adults who contract marriages with minors. Parents or guardians who facilitate or fail to preven...

'US Defenseless Against Advanced Missiles': Pentagon's Big Admission Amid Iran War

The stark assessment comes amid concerns over evolving military capabilities of nations like China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, forcing Washington to acknowledge major gaps in its homeland missile defence.

The other life of US soldier accused of betting on Maduro's removal

The other life of US soldier accused of betting on Maduro's removal17 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleSheila FlynnandNardine Saad@realDonaldTrumpMaduro was photographed on the USS Iwo Jima in handcuffs, wearing ear protectors and a type of blindfoldSpecial forces soldier Gannon Ken Van Dyke has been a busy man in recent years - both in and out of uniform.He rose to the rank of master sergeant at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, where he signed non-disclosure agreements to deal with...

How Pak punched hole in Trump's blockade by opening land routes for Iran

How Pak punched hole in Trumps blockade by opening land routes for Iran

Karnataka bans obscene songs and dances in schools across the state

Karnataka bans obscene songs and dances in schools across the state

As a Mets savior, Steve Cohen has been as big a disappointment as his team

In the early hours of April 15, following another loss to the Dodgers, Mets owner Steve Cohen tweeted he saw proof of life that he described as “green shoots,” signs of an economic upswing.“Hang in there fans,” wrote the hedge fund baron. “We will turn this around!”The Mets promptly responded by falling again, 8-2, to complete the sweep and extend a losing streak that would ultimately grow to 12. The Mets have now dropped 15 of their last 17 after being swept at home by the Rockies, a club that...

Know your laws: New online gaming rules from May 1 amid compliance challenges

Know your laws New online gaming rules from May amid compliance challenges

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Lawsuits accuse State Farm of secretly working to cut insurance payouts

Lawsuits allege that State Farm tries to avoid paying what it owes for hail damage. The litigation is happening as homeowners face soaring insurance costs, partly due to threats from climate change.(Image credit: Drew Angerer)

Donald Trump's 'disrespectful' gesture towards King Charles and Queen Camilla

King Charles and Queen Camilla are on a historic US state visit, but President Donald Trump has been called out for allegedly making a "disrespectful" gesture when he greeted them at the White House

How Iran has changed, and how it hasn’t, in two months of war

Common Iranians face job losses and shortages. But key institutions remain in place, with hardliners stronger now.

गुजरात में पलटा गेम! IPS की नौकरी छोड़कर हारे चुनाव, पूर्व MLA को भी पंचायत चुनाव में शिकस्त

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Bengal Phase 2 looms with lakhs of SIR appeals pending, only 1,468 voters cleared

Bengal Phase looms with lakhs of SIR appeals pending only voters cleared

'Humiliation' for Putin as Russian mercenaries sent by the Kremlin to support military junta are forced to flee following attacks by jihadists

‘Humiliation’ for Putin as Russian mercenaries sent by the Kremlin to support military junta are forced to flee following attacks by jihadistsBy ELIANA SILVER, SENIOR FOREIGN NEWS REPORTER Published: 10:02, 28 April 2026 | Updated: 10:10, 28 April 2026 e-mail View comments

Orban’s Populism Followed The Info Wars Script We See Everywhere

BusinessPolicyOrban’s Populism Followed The Info Wars Script We See EverywhereByMelik Kaylan,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Melik Kaylan covered global geostrategic conflicts for three decades Follow AuthorApr 28, 2026, 05:00am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Russian President Vladimir Putin (R) shakes hands with Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban d...

Stuck in limbo: millions of professionals risk losing legal status under Trump pause

Their experiences — of sudden financial insecurity, months of unemployment, and crippling anxiety — come as the administration seeks to restrict legal migration and boost mass deportation.(Image credit: Nicole Xu for NPR)

Starmer knew risks of ‘toxic, hot potato’ Epstein to Mandelson, says ex-mandarin

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