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AP photographer captures speed and breathtaking landscapes at the Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia

Associated Press photographer Christophe Ena’s images from the Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia capture the speed, driving skill and spectacular desert views of one of the world’s most breathtaking auto racing events. There was plenty of action in the first week as defending champion Carlos Sainz and nine-time world rally champion Sebastian Loeb both saw their Dakar hopes ended following …

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22 hours, 42 minutes ago

Meeting Prime Ministers: From a Childhood Sighting to a Sambhar Powder Emergency

The Quint

The lone south Indian eatery located on Lexington Avenue had shut down for the day. The conundrum seemed addressed when one diplomat contacted a south Indian official in the Tea Board of India who resided a few streets from the hotel. A few minutes later, I was in the elevator at the Waldorf Astoria, tightly clutching the sambhar powder. Upon …

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1 day, 1 hour ago

South Carolina State hosts Delaware State following Smith’s 20-point game

Associated Press

Delaware State Hornets at South Carolina State Bulldogs Orangeburg, South Carolina; Saturday, 4 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Delaware State plays South Carolina State after Robert Smith scored 20 points in Delaware State’s 73-64 loss to the Norfolk State Spartans. South Carolina State ranks fourth in the MEAC with 9.5 offensive rebounds per game led by Drayton Jones averaging 1.8. South …

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Warangal airport should attract investments from countries that give priority to airports: Telangana CM

The Hindu

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy issued instructions to chart plans for highways making it convenient for people in erstwhile united Warangal, Karimnagar, Khammam, Nalgonda to comfortably commute to Mamnoor airport in Warangal. The Chief Minister held a review meeting on the land acquisition and other aspects of the Mamnoor airport, at Integrated Command Control Centre in Hyderabad on Thursday. …

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India’s economy projected to grow 6.6% in 2025, supported by strong private consumption, investment: UN

The Hindu

The Indian economy is projected to expand by 6.6% in 2025, primarily supported by robust private consumption and investment, according to a United Nations report that said economic growth in South Asia is expected to remain robust this year mainly driven by the "strong performance" in India. The UN World Economic Situation and Prospects 2025, released in United Nations on …

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Ireland opt to bat in first Women's ODI against India

The Hindu

Ireland skipper Gaby Lewis won the toss and opted to bat in the first Women's ODI against India on Friday, January 10, 2025. The hosts have rested regular captain Harmanpreet Kaur and pacer Renuka Thakur for the three-match series with senior opening batter Smriti Mandhana leading the side. Teams India Women: Smriti Mandhana, Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues, Tejal …

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1 day, 4 hours ago

Winter storm plods into the Deep South, prompting states of emergency and school closures

Associated Press

DALLAS — A powerful winter storm that dumped heavy snow and glazed roads with ice across much of Texas and Oklahoma lumbered eastward into southern U.S. states overnight, prompting governors to declare states of emergency and shuttering schools across the region. Snow, sleet hammers Texas, Oklahoma Paul Kirkwood, a National Weather Service meteorologist, said the storm that swept through the …

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1 day, 5 hours ago

Brazil's Lula calls Meta fact-checking changes 'extremely serious'

The Hindu

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Thursday that social media company Meta's decision to scrap its fact-checking program in the U.S. was "extremely serious," and that he would discuss the matter in a meeting with government officials. Meta said on Tuesday it would change its fact-checking program in the U.S., leading Brazilian prosecutors to demand that it …

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1 day, 6 hours ago

South Korean police question presidential security chief as rift over detaining president deepens

Associated Press

SEOUL, South Korea — South Korean police questioned the chief of the presidential security service on Friday as the two agencies clashed over attempts to detain impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol. Park Jong-joon, the presidential security chief, says that his duty is to protect the president and warned of “bloodshed,” as critics said that his agency is becoming Yoon’s private …

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South Korea Presidential security chief says must be 'no bloodshed' over Yoon arrest

The Hindu

South Korea's Presidential security chief said Friday that there must be no bloodshed if investigators try again to execute an arrest warrant for impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol over his failed martial law bid. Yoon has refused questioning and last week resisted arrest in a tense stand-off between his security team and investigators after his short-lived power grab plunged South …

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1 day, 10 hours ago

No. 2 South Carolina beats Texas A&M 90-49 in tuneup before 5-game stretch of ranked foes

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 2 South Carolina beat Texas A&M 90-49 on Thursday in a final tuneup before its biggest stretch of the season. Texas A&M shot a mere 20% in the first half, as South Carolina built a 20-point lead, and finished at 29%. South Carolina: Starting on …

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1 day, 10 hours ago

On Weekly K-Fix: Gong Yoo's charming Coffee Prince that's both topical and tender

India Today

South Korean star Gong Yoo might have become a global internet sensation, thanks to his stint in two seasons of Netflix's hit show, Squid Game. Gong Yoo was his usual charming self as the reckless, irresponsible and dapper Choi Han-gyeol who feels a deep unrequited love for a woman who only considers him as a friend. Gong Yoo in a …

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1 day, 10 hours ago

Pakistan's Saim Ayub out for extended period, Champions Trophy participation doubtful

India Today

Pakistan opener Saim Ayub's participation in the Champions Trophy remains doubtful after being told by a specialist in London that his ankle injury may take more than six weeks to heal. "Dr Jeyasaleen has advised Saim to not rush back to playing cricket as this could cause permanent trauma to his ankle injury," a reliable PCB source said, adding that …

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Indian-origin ex-attorney arrested for wedding scam targeting 17 couples in South Africa

India Today

A 53-year-old Indian-origin woman has been arrested in South Africa for allegedly scamming 17 couples by taking payments for the same wedding venue on the same date. Her modus operandi included convincing couples to pay substantial deposits for a venue she had no affiliation with, leaving many to arrive at an empty site with no electricity or water on their …

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1 day, 10 hours ago

South Korea's presidential security chief warns against Yoon's violent arrest

India Today

The security chief of impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, under investigation for blocking Yoon's arrest, resigned on Friday and said any further efforts to detain the ex-leader must avoid bloodshed. Acting President Choi Sang-mok, just two weeks in office and thrust into a political cauldron, on Friday called for a fresh way to resolve the stalemate between investigators …

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1 day, 10 hours ago

Despite decline in political clout, Jats still a significant force in Delhi

India Today

The Jat community, once a dominant political force in Delhi, has seen its influence wane over time due to urbanisation, demographic shifts, and changing political dynamics. While Jats still hold sway in pockets like Najafgarh, Vikaspuri, and Matiala in West Delhi, the growing influence of migrants from Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana has reshaped these areas. The BJP has fielded …

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1 day, 10 hours ago

Excessive Drinking and Conspiracy Theories: How Yoon Made His Massive Martial Law Mistake

The Diplomat

On December 14, to everyone’s great relief, South Korea’s National Assembly managed to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol. One expert speculated that South Korea wouldn’t have had to experience martial law had Yoon gotten timely medical help with his alcoholism. Major conspiracy theories Yoon adheres to are that North Korean spies have infiltrated the opposition parties and some liberals are receiving …

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1 day, 10 hours ago

Malaysia’s Turn in the ASEAN Hotseat

The Diplomat

In recent years, Southeast Asia has grappled with unprecedented challenges that have strained the unity and effectiveness of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. Heightened geopolitical tensions, persistent divisions over the crisis in Myanmar, and slow progress on a binding Code of Conduct for the South China Sea have exposed the bloc’s limitations in navigating complex regional dynamics. While political …

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1 day, 10 hours ago

Why Japan Is Worried After the Impeachment of South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol

The Diplomat

On December 14, the South Korean National Assembly passed a resolution to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol. After Yoon took office, Lee again questioned whether Japan should be seen as a “friendly nation.” He also criticized efforts to have the South Korea-U.S. military alliance coordinate with Japan – effectively refuting the need for institutionalized trilateral security cooperation, which is perceived as …

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1 day, 10 hours ago

Rainy week ahead for north and south India, weather department predicts

India Today

Weather patterns across India are expected to experience significant shifts over the next two weeks due to active weather systems influencing different regions, according to the India Meteorological Department. Overall, southern and central India are expected to experience above-average rainfall, while the rest of the country may face below-normal precipitation. However, a potential cyclonic circulation in the south Bay of …

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1 day, 10 hours ago

Four questions to answer before a 70-90 hour work week can be discussed

India Today

Earlier, Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy had suggested a 70-hour work week for Indians. The gross monthly minimum wage of an employed person in Switzerland is USD 3,226 and only 9.4 per cent of employed people work 49 or more hours in a week. In Australia, the monthly minimum wage of an employed person is USD 2,297 and 11.8 per cent …

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1 day, 10 hours ago

Malaysia Open: Satwik-Chirag overcomes stern test to reach semi-finals

India Today

India's Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty continued their fine run in the Malaysia Open 2025 as they defeated Yew Sin Ong and Ee Yi Teo in a hard-fought battle on Friday, January 10. After a bit of a shaky start to the tournament, the Indian duo had found their rhythm in the last few matches and were tested by Ong …

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1 day, 10 hours ago

Ahmedabad registers third HMPV case, nine-month-old under treatment

India Today

A nine-month-old child from Ahmedabad has tested positive for Human Metapneumovirus, marking the third case of the virus in the city and the fourth in Gujarat. A day before, an 80-year-old resident of Vastrapur, Ahmedabad, also tested positive for HMPV, becoming the second case in the city and the third in Gujarat. Another case was reported earlier in Sabarkantha district, …

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South Africa sports minister calls for boycotting Afghanistan in Champions Trophy

India Today

South Africa's sports minister, Gayton McKenzie, has expressed support for calls to boycott Afghanistan in the upcoming Champions Trophy, which is scheduled to take place in Pakistan next month. Both England and South Africa are in Afghanistan's group for the One Day International competition, which has sparked pressure to withdraw from fixtures due to the Taliban government's ongoing crackdown on …

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AP photographer captures speed and breathtaking landscapes at the Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia

Meeting Prime Ministers: From a Childhood Sighting to a Sambhar Powder Emergency

South Carolina State hosts Delaware State following Smith’s 20-point game

Warangal airport should attract investments from countries that give priority to airports: Telangana CM

India’s economy projected to grow 6.6% in 2025, supported by strong private consumption, investment: UN

Ireland opt to bat in first Women's ODI against India

Winter storm plods into the Deep South, prompting states of emergency and school closures

Brazil's Lula calls Meta fact-checking changes 'extremely serious'

South Korean police question presidential security chief as rift over detaining president deepens

South Korea Presidential security chief says must be 'no bloodshed' over Yoon arrest

No. 2 South Carolina beats Texas A&M 90-49 in tuneup before 5-game stretch of ranked foes

On Weekly K-Fix: Gong Yoo's charming Coffee Prince that's both topical and tender

Pakistan's Saim Ayub out for extended period, Champions Trophy participation doubtful

Indian-origin ex-attorney arrested for wedding scam targeting 17 couples in South Africa

South Korea's presidential security chief warns against Yoon's violent arrest

Despite decline in political clout, Jats still a significant force in Delhi

Excessive Drinking and Conspiracy Theories: How Yoon Made His Massive Martial Law Mistake

Malaysia’s Turn in the ASEAN Hotseat

Why Japan Is Worried After the Impeachment of South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol

Rainy week ahead for north and south India, weather department predicts

Four questions to answer before a 70-90 hour work week can be discussed

Malaysia Open: Satwik-Chirag overcomes stern test to reach semi-finals

Ahmedabad registers third HMPV case, nine-month-old under treatment

South Africa sports minister calls for boycotting Afghanistan in Champions Trophy