Two killed, several injured after blast in Italy fuel depot
The blast collapsed a building with offices, where three people were believed missing, regional environmental official said
09 December,2024 10:47 PM IST | Milan (Italy) | APBiden says Assad's fall in Syria is 'fundamental act of justice,' but 'a moment
Speaking at the White House, Biden said the US was not sure of Assad's whereabouts, but was monitoring reports he was seeking refuge in Moscow
09 December,2024 08:33 AM IST | Washington | AP | PTIRuby slippers from ‘The Wizard of Oz’ auctioned for USD 28 million
The sparkly red heels were on display at the Judy Garland Museum in her hometown of Grand Rapids, Minnesota, in 2005 when Terry Jon Martin smashed the glass of the museum’s door and display case. Their whereabouts remained a mystery until the FBI recovered them in 2018
09 December,2024 08:29 AM IST | Minneapolis | AgenciesUS announces nearly USD 1 billion more aid for Ukraine
The weapon systems purchased are often intended to support Ukraine’s future military capabilities, not make an immediate difference on the battlefield
09 December,2024 08:29 AM IST | Simi Valley | AgenciesSouth Korea: Former defence chief detained over martial law imposition
On Sunday, ex-Defence Minister Kim Yong Hyun was taken into custody at a Seoul detention facility after undergoing an investigation by prosecutors, a law enforcement official said
09 December,2024 08:28 AM IST | Seoul | AgenciesNotre Dame hosts first Mass since 2019 blaze
The liturgy, attended by French President Emmanuel Macron, clergy, dignitaries and guests, was closed to the general public
09 December,2024 08:28 AM IST | Paris | AgenciesBashar al-Assad flees country as opposition forces take charge
Crowds of Syrians gather to celebrate in central squares of Damascus
09 December,2024 08:28 AM IST | Damascus | AgenciesDonald Trump calls for immediate ceasefire in Russia-Ukraine war
The US President-elect made his ceasefire proposal after a weekend meeting in Paris with French and Ukrainian leaders, claiming in a social media post that Kyiv 'would like to make a deal' to end the war, which has been ongoing for more than 1,000 days
08 December,2024 09:32 PM IST | Washington | mid-day online correspondentSyria Civil War: Donald Trump says Russia, Iran in 'weakened' state
In a post on social media platform Truth Social, Donald Trump also wrote that Russia 'lost all interest in Syria because of Ukraine, where close to 600,000 Russian soldiers lay wounded or dead'
08 December,2024 05:37 PM IST | Washington | mid-day online correspondentSyrian PM signals readiness to transfer power to opposition in video statement
Syrian Prime Minister Mohammed Ghazi Jalali offers to transfer power to a transitional government in a video statement, signaling potential political shifts in the country amidst ongoing uncertainty.
08 December,2024 11:13 AM IST | DamascusIn Photos: French PM Michel Barnier's government loses confidence vote
05 December,2024 11:11 AM ISTUnited States announces $988 million security assistance package for Ukraine
This package also includes support for maintenance and repair programs to help Ukraine reconstitute its forces and build and sustain combat power
08 December,2024 08:59 AM IST | Washington | ANISyrian government forces withdraw as rebels advance towards Damascus
I renew my call to you, my brothers, to be merciful and gentle when dealing with our people in the cities and villages that you enter
08 December,2024 08:59 AM IST | Damascus | ANIISKCON centre in Bdesh burnt down on Saturday
Since the interim government took office, the Hindu organisation’s properties have allegedly been under attack
08 December,2024 08:00 AM IST | Kolkata | AgenciesUnited Healthcare CEO Murder: FBI announces $50K reward for finding the murderer
Brian Thompson, CEO of United Healthcare was fatally shot on December 4 outside a Midtown Manhattan hotel. New York City Police described the incident as a ‘brazen, targeted attack’ attack by gunman who had been lying in wait for him. Detectives have submitted potential DNA evidence from the scene for testing, according to a law enforcement official; CNN reported. NYPD investigators are narrowing down the suspect’s identity, sources say; reported by CNN. On December 05, The NYPD announced a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction. In a significant development, FBI offered up to $50,000 reward for tips on United Healthcare CEO shooting suspect.