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Trump signs order pledging US will defend Qatar against any attack

Nigeria, Oct. 1 -- President Donald Trump has signed an executive order granting Qatar a US security guarantee with conditions similar to NATO's Article 5. That is, an armed attack on Qatar's territo... Read More


Why Trump's America is seeing a shutdown: Daily cost $400 million, thousands of staff on furlough

India, Oct. 1 -- The US government shut down much of its operations on Wednesday after a last-ditch effort to get a funding deal through the Senate failed, bringing the system to a grinding halt. The... Read More


"Vantara Is a Global Model for Animal Welfare" - Bharat Mehra Speaks

New Delhi [India], Oct. 1 -- More than a sanctuary, Vantara represents a new global benchmark in ethical animal care. Bharat Mehra explains the mission and mindset behind this pioneering project... Read More


'Senate Democrats voted to send the government into shutdown': White House after vote on federal spending bill fails

India, Oct. 1 -- After the Senate failed to approve the last-minute bill meant to avert the shutdown of the United States government, the White House lashed out at the Democrats for blocking its passa... Read More


MACC wins forfeiture of RM169m cash linked to ex-PM Ismail Sabri

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 1 -- The government has successfully forfeited over RM169 million in cash allegedly belonging to former prime minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. The amount, seized by the Mal... Read More


Palau President calls for Climate Justice, Ocean Protection and UN reform at 80th UNGA

Fiji, Oct. 1 -- Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr has told the United Nations General Assembly(UNGA) that small island states are "at war" with climate change, warning that 1.5 degrees is now a bindi... Read More


Tokyo International Film Festival 2025: From 'Mother Bhumi' to 'She Has No Name', film festival unveils full lineup

Tokyo, Oct. 1 -- The 38th Tokyo International Film Festival (TIFF) will showcase a high-profile lineup headlined by two of Asia's biggest stars: Fan Bingbing in Chong Keat Aun's 'Mother Bhumi' and Zha... Read More


'Crucial that all parties commit to an agreement, implementation': UN Secy Gen welcomes Gaza peace plan

Geneva, Oct. 1 -- UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres welcomed the United States-led Gaza peace proposal and gave a call for immediate action towards peace, Secy General's Spokesperson said on Tuesd... Read More


India yet to take call on level of participation in Asean Summit-related meetings

India, Oct. 1 -- India is yet to take a call on the level of its participation in meetings related to the Asean Summit in Malaysia later this month, though preparations are underway for a possible vis... Read More


Prof Yunus leaves New York for Dhaka

New York (USA), Oct. 1 -- Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus left New York on Tuesday night (US time) for Dhaka, concluding a nine-day visit marked by extensive engagements during the 80th United Natio... Read More