Venezuela is grappling with the aftermath of two powerful earthquakes that have claimed 188 lives, with approximately 200 people still feared trapped under rubble. International rescue teams and aid are converging on the country as search operations intensify following the devastating tremors.

A Singapore-flagged cargo ship was reportedly hit by an Iranian projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, just days after a US-Iran agreement aimed at restoring safe passage. The incident challenges the newly brokered peace deal and raises concerns about the vital shipping lane’s security.

Iran’s invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s state funeral presents India with a complex diplomatic challenge. New Delhi must carefully navigate its response, balancing long-standing ties with Tehran against crucial strategic relationships with the US, Israel, and key Gulf nations. The decision on India’s representation will be closely watched globally.

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has admitted to three extramarital affairs and accused late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein of attempting to blackmail him using this personal information. The revelations came during Gates’ voluntary testimony before a US congressional panel investigating Epstein’s extensive network and associations.

Elon Musk has officially named SpaceX’s ambitious AI satellite project "Starmind," confirming plans for a constellation potentially comprising one million AI-powered satellites. This initiative aims to establish a vast computing network in space, processing artificial intelligence tasks directly in orbit rather than on Earth.

Usha Vance, wife of US Vice President JD Vance, recently clarified why she has not converted to Christianity. She contrasted her stable Hindu upbringing with her husband’s turbulent childhood, explaining she didn’t feel the same need for religious transformation. Her comments address prior public speculation about her faith journey.

A French woman and her five children have been rescued in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province after allegedly being held captive and subjected to abuse by her husband for 12 years. The rescue operation was initiated after one of the sons managed to escape and alert local police, bringing an end to a decade of isolation and alleged violence.

Former President Donald Trump announced a record 19 million barrels of oil transported through the Strait of Hormuz in a single day, attributing the surge to a recent US-Iran agreement. This development is reportedly contributing to a decline in global oil prices and easing regional tensions.

The United Arab Emirates is in early discussions with India to acquire advanced defence systems, including the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile and the Akashteer air defence system. This move aims to bolster the UAE’s military capabilities and diversify its defence suppliers following recent Middle East conflicts.

US Vice President JD Vance is leading contentious peace talks with Iran, a role President Donald Trump has publicly linked to potential failure. As negotiations face setbacks and domestic criticism mounts, observers question if Trump has strategically positioned Vance to absorb any blame, potentially impacting his political future.