‘Who will bring the mad murderers to justice?’ Taslima Nasreen says mob pounced on Hindu man ‘like hyenas’; blames Bangladesh police

Exiled Bangladeshi author and human rights activist Taslima Nasreen on Saturday said that Dipu Chandra Das, a 25-year-old Hindu garment worker who was lynched and burned by a mob in Bangladesh, was “innocent and falsely accused of blasphemy.“Her remarks came after Dipu was lynched to death on December 18 over alleged blasphemy, in the latest […]

Oman tightens Adventure Tourism Rules ahead of 2026 | World News

Oman’s Ministry of Heritage and Tourism mandates strict adherence to safety guidelines for adventure tourism operators and participants. This legal requirement ensures safe practices for activities like canyoning and rock climbing, protecting both visitors and the Sultanate’s natural landscapes. Compliance is crucial for responsible tourism growth. Oman’s Ministry of Heritage and Tourism has issued an […]

‘There are two types of people. .. ‘: Bill Clinton’s press secretary reacts to his photos in newly released Epstein Files

If the Epstein files were meant to deliver closure, they’ve instead reopened old grudges. As the Justice Department’s latest document dump reignited public outrage, former President Bill Clinton found himself once again at the centre of the storm — and he is not amused.In a sharply worded statement released Friday, Clinton accused the White House […]

Saudi Arabia records rare snowfall in Tabuk and Hail as videos go viral | World News

Rare Snowfall Turns Parts of Saudi Arabia White / Image: @suadigazette On December 18, the northern landscape of Saudi Arabia traded its iconic golden hues for a shimmering coat of white. The Tabuk region, specifically the majestic Jabal Al-Lawz (which translates to “Almond Mountain”), became the center of global attention as a rare and heavy […]

Who is Anand Varadarajan? Starbucks appoints Indian national as chief technology officer

Starbucks said on Friday it appointed an Indian national Anand Varadarajan as its new Chief Technology Officer, effective January 19. The move supports CEO Brian Niccol’s push for a tech revamp in stores to make labour more efficient. Varadarajan will replace Deb Hall Lefevre, who stepped down in September, after which Starbucks named Ningyu Chen […]

Donald Trump ‘saves’ Kennedy Center after 50 years of successful concerts by adding his name to it

TOI correspondent from Washington: Recognising his tasteful appreciation of fine arts and his architectural aesthetics, not to speak of his modesty and humility, the board of trustees of the John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington DC voted on Thursday to rename the national arts institution the Trump-Kennedy Center.The name change was […]

What happened between Jourdin Pauline and Tylil James? Controversy explored after Twitch streamer denies assault claims

What happened between Jourdin Pauline and Tylil James? Controversy explored after Twitch streamer denies assault claims (Image via Getty) Twitch streamer Tylil James is facing serious allegations after social media influencer Jourdin Pauline accused him of sexual assault. The claims came out on December 10, 2025, linked to an after-party following the Streamer Awards. Days […]

“Never liked Charlie”: Candace Owens accuses Ben Shapiro of foreign allegiance as conspiracy claims over Charlie Kirk’s murder intensify

Candace Owens has intensified her feud with Ben Shapiro by suggesting his strong condemnation of her conspiracy claims over Charlie Kirk’s murder signals deeper foreign involvement. Owens argues Shapiro’s focus and loyalties raise questions, while Shapiro has publicly denounced her allegations as baseless and morally dangerous, exposing a deep fracture within conservative media circles. Candace […]

‘Will be hit harder than before if … ‘: Donald Trump’s stern warning as US strikes ISIS targets in Syria; what he said

US President Donald Trump issued a stern warning against those who intended to “threaten or attack America” as the States launched Operation Hawkeye Strike against ISIS targets in Syria. The move came after two American soldiers were killed in the Syrian desert“Because of ISIS’s vicious killing of brave American Patriots in Syria, whose beautiful souls […]

From redacted names to blank pages: Everything wrong with the disclosure of Epstein files by the justice department

As hundreds of thousands of people waited for the Epstein files to be made public, a huge proportion were eager to see whether US President Donald Trump was named, given his past association with the convicted paedophile.When the Justice Department released the documents, it invited so much traffic that it made the official government website […]