New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani clarified remarks about his aunt’s 9/11 subway experience after social media backlash. Critics accused him of politicizing the tragedy and invoking Islamophobia claims. Mamdani said his comments were misinterpreted and intended to highlight post-9/11 discrimination faced by Muslim New Yorkers.
Actress Sydney Sweeney opened up about body confidence, saying she feels more free and self-assured than ever. She rejected being labeled a “sex symbol,” explaining that her goal is to inspire women to embrace their strength and individuality without apology. Sweeney said confidence comes from authenticity, not perfection.
US President Donald Trump met with Japanese families whose relatives were abducted by North Korea decades ago. The meeting, held in Tokyo, reaffirmed America’s support for Japan’s efforts to seek the return of the abductees. Trump called the abductions a “deeply tragic human rights issue” requiring global attention.
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo, Åland Premier Katrin Sjögren, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre held a joint press conference to discuss regional security, green transition, and cross-border cooperation in Northern Europe.
A light aircraft carrying tourists from Hungary and Germany crashed in Kenya on Tuesday, killing all 11 people on board. The plane went down in a remote area shortly after takeoff. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash, which remains unclear.
Billionaire Bill Gates has called on world leaders to shift climate efforts from strict emission targets to reducing human suffering. Ahead of COP30 in Brazil, he urged investment in energy access, healthcare, and agriculture to help vulnerable nations adapt. Gates said climate success should focus on saving lives, not numbers.
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir’s visits to Egypt, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia marked a significant milestone in Pakistan’s successful military diplomacy. The leadership of all three countries expressed full confidence in Pakistan’s armed forces. Discussions focused on counterterrorism, defense cooperation, and intelligence sharing. The visits highlighted growing military unity among Muslim nations and underscored Pakistan’s…
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer signed a landmark defense agreement for the purchase of 20 Eurofighter Typhoon jets. The deal, valued at nearly $11 billion, strengthens defense and industrial cooperation between the two allies, marking a major step in Türkiye’s air force modernization.
A powerful earthquake measuring 6.1 struck western Türkiye, causing damage to several buildings. The epicenter was near Sındırgı in Balıkesir province, at a depth of about six kilometers. Tremors were felt in Istanbul, Bursa, Manisa, and Izmir. No immediate reports of casualties have been received, authorities confirmed.
Pakistan and Bangladesh have made significant progress in their relations as the ninth Joint Economic Commission meeting was held in Dhaka after 20 years. Pakistan offered Bangladesh the use of Karachi Port for trade with China and Central Asian countries. Both sides agreed to boost cooperation in trade, aviation, education, and technology.