US appeals court blocks Trump request to send National Guard to Chicago amid immigration protests

A US appeals court on Thursday rejected President Donald Trump’s administration request to lift a lower court’s prohibition on deploying the National Guard in Chicago. President Trump ordered hundreds of National Guard troops to Chicago, asserting they were necessary to combat crime and safeguard immigration agents and facilities in America’s third-largest city, AP image reported….

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83-year-old McConnell falls in Capitol corridors amid ongoing health scrutiny — Watch

Senator Mitch McConnell had an unexpected “hall pass” on Thursday—literally. The 83-year-old Kentucky Republican briefly collapsed in the Capitol corridors while heading to the Senate, prompting aides to swoop in and steady him. Video footage captured the unsteady march toward the Senate chambers, leaving observers worried about the longtime lawmaker’s health. Even seasoned politicians can’t…

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‘Will meet Putin in Hungary soon’: Trump hails ‘productive’ call with Russian president; calls for end to ‘inglorious’ Ukraine war

Trump had met Putin in Alaska on August 15 US President Donald Trump said he had a “very productive” phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, describing it as a step towards ending the war in Ukraine.The two leaders agreed to hold a meeting of senior advisers next week, led by Secretary of State Marco…

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Racist, homophobic texts by young GOP leaders raise alarms — Are senior Republicans shaping the next generation?

Over seven months and across 2,900 pages of Telegram messages, a cohort of young Republican leaders in New York, Vermont, Arizona, and Kansas treated offensive language like casual conversation. The chats—dubbed the “RESTOREYR WAR ROOM” by insiders—blended political strategy with personal banter, frequently veering into racist, homophobic, and shockingly flippant references to Adolf Hitler and…

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Emirates announces special Diwali celebration plan onboard with Bollywood movies, sweets, and festive treats

Emirates announces plans for Diwali with onboard with entertainment, catering, and other festive treats. Image: AI Representative Image This Diwali, Emirates has announced plans to bring the festival of lights to the skies with a thoughtfully curated celebration that spans every aspect of the travel experience — from traditional Indian sweets served onboard across all…

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Emirates issues travel advisory: UAE nationals urged to check passport validity before flying | World News

Emirates issues travel advisory for UAE nationals applicable to all countries except those within the GCC countries, in line with government directives. Image: Emirates.com With increasing travel volumes and strict documentation requirements in place, Emirates has issued a strong advisory directed at all UAE nationals. The airline is urging travelers to confirm the validity of…

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‘Most welcome’: Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif backs Trump’s mediation in Taliban conflict; drags India into row

Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif (File photo) Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif on Thursday called on US President Donald Trump to help ease tensions with its Taliban-controlled northern neighbor, lauding his past peace efforts and openly welcoming his mediation in the current negotiations.When asked about Trump’s possible role in peace negotiations between Pakistan and the…

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