Premarital medical exams are now mandatory in Oman to ensure healthier families and informed marriages/Representative Image From the start of 2026, marriage in Oman entered a new phase. A Royal Decree that came into force on January 1 now makes premarital medical examinations compulsory for all Omanis, placing public health and informed family planning at…
Putin, Trump (File photos) Days after Russia claimed that Ukraine tried to target President Vladimir Putin’s official residence in a drone attack, Russian authorities on Thursday said they had shared what they described as evidence linked to the incident with the United States.The Russian defence ministry released a video on Telegram showing a meeting between…
Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro on Thursday said he was open to working with Washington, weeks after the United States threatened action and carried out strikes on alleged drug boats off the Venezuelan coast.Speaking on state television, Maduro said Venezuela was willing to talk to the United States on issues such as drug trafficking, oil and…
Bangladesh has been in turmoil since the killing of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi (File photo) DHAKA: Amid sporadic attacks on minorities, a businessman has become the latest victim of a brutal assault in Damudya in Bangladesh’s Shariatpur district. Khokon Chandra Das (50) was seriously injured after being attacked, hacked and set on fire by…
DHAKA: Two days after a key aide of Bangladesh chief adviser Muhammad Yunus stepped down from his post, the interim govt reinstated him on Thursday, saving itself from a second resignation of a senior official in a span of 10 days. Special assistant to Yunus for the health ministry Sayedur Rahman’s resignation had been accepted…
Caleb, a Canadian YouTuber who made India his home eight years back, passionately champions the country’s incredible potential and transformative journey. He argues that many influencers present a skewed image of India, neglecting its flourishing tech landscape and vibrant economy. Caleb, a Canadian YouTuber, shared why moving to India eight years ago was one of…
In a poignant recount of her father’s immigrant story from the 1960s, broadcaster Narinder Kaur illuminated the struggles he faced while working tirelessly in a steel foundry. She passionately spoke of his unwavering dedication amidst adversity, battling both racism and physical hardships to forge a better future for his family. British broadcaster and television personality…
KP Sharma Oli (File photo) A commission appointed by Nepal’s interim govt to probe alleged excessive use of force during the Sept 8-9 Gen Z protests will summon ousted PM K P Sharma Oli for clarification, officials said Thursday. At least 19 youths, who were demonstrating against the Oli govt in Kathmandu, were killed in…
The CIA has determined that Ukraine did not target President Putin of Russia or one of his residences in an attack this week, according to US officials, rebutting an assertion Putin made in a phone call to President Trump on Monday. CIA director John Ratcliffe briefed Trump on the finding, a person familiar with the…
California will delay the cancellation of around 17,000 commercial driver’s licences until March to allow more time for truckers and bus drivers who legally qualify to keep them, the Blue state announced on Tuesday. The move comes a week after immigrant advocacy groups filed a lawsuit challenging the revocations.The US department of transportation warned California…
OpenAI has proven to be one of the most advanced and vital artificial intelligence companies in the world. Its products like ChatGPT, Sora and DALL-E have millions of users across the globe, making it one of the most famous tech giants in the AI market. However, in 2025, the company faced the limelight for one…
Indian-origin venture capitalist Asha Jadeja Motwani has questioned why California’s richest residents are threatening to leave the Blue state over a proposed “billionaire tax”, saying the wealthiest already take most of the tax burden.In a post on X, Motwani pushed back against claims that the proposal would unfairly target the ultra-rich. “As expected, billionaires paid…
After five seasons and nearly a decade on air, Stranger Things has finally come to an end. The series finale, Chapter 8: The Rightside Up, arrived on New Year’s Eve, closing out a run that began in 2016 and grew from a surprise hit into one of Netflix’s defining pop-culture juggernauts. This time, the goodbye…
Former US ambassador and Indian-origin Nikki Haley took a swipe at New York City’s new mayor Zohran Mamdani on the day of his swearing-in, mocking his inaugural speech as sounding more like Chinese Communist Party rhetoric than American politics.Reacting to the speech on X, Haley wrote, “Xi Jinping wants his speech back,” a comment that…
US President Donald Trump has admitted he finds exercise boring, even as doctors recommend steps to protect his health. In an interview with the Wall Street Journal, the MAGA chief said, “I just don’t like it. It’s boring. To walk on a treadmill or run on a treadmill for hours and hours like some people…
Amazon has introduced a temporary remote work policy for employees stranded in India due to H-1B visa delays, but the company’s latest memo makes clear that these workers cannot actually perform most of their job functions.US investor and Ed-Tech chairman Hany Girgis weighed in on the situation on X, saying Amazon “found a workaround for…
In a recent campaign trail clash, Republican gubernatorial contender Casey Putsch has taken aim at Vivek Ramaswamy, alleging that the wealthy entrepreneur accepted a $50,000 scholarship intended for underprivileged youth. This backlash follows Ramaswamy’s defense of the fellowship during a 2023 interview, which he deemed “free money,” despite his substantial earnings and his later stance…
Chamath Palihapitiya is seriously considering a move away from California, prompted by emerging tax regulations. This decision echoes a growing sentiment among affluent entrepreneurs who are increasingly wary of the state’s economic environment, particularly in light of a proposed 5% wealth tax on fortunes exceeding $1 billion. Chamath Palihapitiya, a Canadian‑American billionaire of Sri-Lankan origin,…
Was Markie Markland arrested in New York? Court and jail records spark buzz as influencer stays quiet (Image via Getty) Yes, online records show that a man named Jovian Markland, also known as Markie Markland, was taken into custody in New York. According to public inmate records from the New York City Department of Correction,…
Chamath Palihapitiya, a billionaire of Indian descent, is seriously considering a move away from California, prompted by emerging tax regulations. This decision echoes a growing sentiment among affluent entrepreneurs who are increasingly wary of the state’s economic environment, particularly in light of a proposed 5% wealth tax on fortunes exceeding $1 billion. Chamath Palihapitiya, a…
