Vice President JD Vance was interrupted during a Turning Point USA event, facing direct accusations over the ongoing Gaza conflict. What began as a policy-driven speech quickly turned into a tense exchange, with an audience member shouting claims about civilian casualties and US involvement. Outside the venue, protesters gathered in large numbers, holding religious signs and voicing strong opposition to US foreign policy and Israel’s actions in Gaza. Amid the political firestorm, a deeply personal issue took center stage. Vance strongly pushed back against criticism aimed at Erika, who has been facing public scrutiny following the loss of her husband. Addressing the issue head-on, Vance called the accusations “disgusting”, drawing a clear line between political disagreement and personal attacks.
15 April,2026 02:24 PM IST
Greece was paralysed by a nationwide strike as workers protested a government bill that could extend working hours to 13 a day. Trains, ferries, taxis and schools were shut down as thousands marched in Athens, chanting “No to slavery!” Unions say the bill will crush workers’ rights, while the government insists it offers overtime pay and flexibility.
02 October,2025 02:09 PM IST
As the eventful year of 2023 comes to an end, countries around the globe celebrated New Year 2024 with great fervor. Germany, Athens, Russia and UAE welcomed new year with spectacular and colourful fireworks. New Zealand was one of the first countries to welcome the New Year and celebrated the occasion with great fervor. While USA is yet to welcome the New Year, visitors to Times Square got a small preview of New York City’s famed New Year’s Eve party on 29th December Friday, as the event’s organisers heaved handfuls of coloured paper skyward in a promotional event to test their confetti.
01 January,2024 12:52 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 25 (IST) met President of Greece Katerina Sakellaropoulou in Athens. PM Modi was conferred with ‘Grand Cross of the Order of Honour’ by the Greek President. Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou also congratulated PM Modi for the success of Chandrayaan-3. PM Modi is on a day-long visit to Greece. Prime Minister Narendra Modi held delegation-level talks with Greek Counterpart Kyriakos Mitsotakis in Athens on August 25.
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