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Marco Rubio backs Trump’s ‘America First’ foreign policy, says US will no longer put global order first

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio defends Trump’s ‘America First’ policy (AP Photo)

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has defended President Donald Trump’s “America First” foreign policy, arguing that Washington must prioritize American interests over international institutions and the existing global order, while using diplomacy to manage differences with allies. Secretary of State Marco Rubio defends Trump’s ‘America First’ policy (AP Photo) In an interview with Breitbart … Read more

US gas prices hit $4.35 as diesel tops $6.27 amid global oil supply fears

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US gas prices average $4.35 per gallon as diesel prices remain above $6. (Pexel)

US gasoline prices have stayed above $4 per gallon for a record number of days in 2026. On Wednesday, the national average price crossed the $4 mark for the 158th day this year. This broke the previous record of 157 days, set in 2022, according to a GasBuddy analysis. US gas prices average $4.35 per … Read more

Why are global stocks rising as oil prices fall and US Treasury yields stay near multi-decade highs?

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Global stocks rise as oil prices fall while US Treasury yields remain high. (Pexel)

Global stock markets were mostly higher on Tuesday, while US stock futures also gained. The move came after Wall Street stocks closed near record levels in the previous session. Investors are watching oil prices, Treasury yields and the latest signals on the US economy as they assess the outlook for stocks. Global stocks rise as … Read more

In 2021, scientists released fluorescent dye 1,870 metres deep in the North Atlantic; tracking it revealed canyon water rising about 100 metres a day, around 10,000 times the global average

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In 2021, scientists released fluorescent dye 1,870 metres deep in the North Atlantic; tracking it revealed canyon water rising about 100 metres a day, around 10,000 times the global average

A fluorescent green dye released nearly 1,870 metres below the surface of the North Atlantic has helped scientists directly observe a long-suspected movement of deep ocean water, and the water was rising far faster at the study site than the global average previously estimated.In an experiment conducted in 2021, researchers released about 55 gallons of … Read more

‘Fatal point of no return’: Putin warns against use of nukes amid global tensions

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‘Fatal point of no return’: Putin warns against use of nukes amid global tensions

Russian President Vladimir Putin attends Valdai International Discussion Club in Moscow (Picture credit: Reuters) Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday warned that the world was living through a dangerous moment, saying escalating international conflicts could reach a “fatal point of no return” and stressing that weapons of mass destruction must never be used.Speaking at the … Read more

Why are US Treasury yields rising as global bonds face their worst month in years?

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US Treasury yields rise as global bonds face pressure from inflation, debt and high oil prices. (Bloomberg file photo for representation)

Global bonds edged higher on Wednesday, but they were still on track for their worst month in years. The main pressure is coming from weak government finances, a large supply of new debt and rising inflation. US Treasury yields rise as global bonds face pressure from inflation, debt and high oil prices. (Bloomberg file photo … Read more

US to lend 40 million barrel oil from strategic reserve as Ukraine war strains global supply

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US to lend 40 million barrel oil from strategic reserve as Ukraine war strains global supply

The move comes amid an energy crisis that has erupted due to the escalating Russia-Ukraine war, and America’s inconclusive conflict with Iran (Photo: Reuters). United States on Tuesday offered to loan energy companies 40 million barrels of oil from its Strategic Petroleum Reserve, an attempt to control rising prices due to the Ukraine and Iran … Read more

IShowSpeed opens up about feeling alone despite becoming a global streaming star

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IShowSpeed opens up about feeling alone despite becoming a global streaming star

IShowSpeed has opened up about a side of fame that fans do not often see. On September 25, 2026, the popular streamer spoke about feeling alone even though millions of people know him. In a series of posts on X, he explained the difference between his online character, “Speed,” and his real-life self, Darren. The … Read more

World leaders call for global oversight of frontier AI models, seek UN-backed body to set safety standards

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More than 20 leaders urge mandatory AI safety testing, shared incident reporting and a possible UN-backed institution to oversee frontier models. (Representational image) (Unsplash)

More than 20 world leaders have called for stronger international oversight of the most advanced artificial intelligence systems, urging technology companies to conduct mandatory safety testing and governments to establish common standards for managing frontier AI. More than 20 leaders urge mandatory AI safety testing, shared incident reporting and a possible UN-backed institution to oversee … Read more

Meet Agimol Pradeep, Indian-origin UK nurse who won the Global Nursing Award worth $250,000 for increasing organ donation and transplantation within UK’s South Asian community

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Meet Agimol Pradeep, Indian-origin UK nurse who won the Global Nursing Award worth $250,000 for increasing organ donation and transplantation within UK's South Asian community

Agimol Pradeep, an Indian-origin nurse based in the UK, recently won the Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2026. On Saturday, Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan presented the cash prize of $250,000 to the nurse at an event held in Kochi. It was Pradeep’s contribution to greater awareness of organ and stem-cell donation over the years … Read more