China's parliament opens with confidence about the economy despite tariffs, headwinds

In response to President Trump's threat of reciprocal tariffs on India, External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar stated that India has been in discussions with the US about the need for a trade agreement, as this action was expected following Trump's promises. Jaishankar highlighted that India-US relations have been positive, with opportunities in areas like technology and connectivity, and mentioned ongoing efforts towards a trade agreement. Trump's announcement of reciprocal tariffs against India and other...

Bryan Kohberger, accused of murdering University of Idaho students, is argued by his defense lawyer to have autism, which impacts his behavior and communication skills, potentially affecting his trial. The defense seeks to remove the death penalty as an option, citing Kohberger's autism as a mitigating factor, but legal experts believe it is unlikely to succeed due to precedent and Idaho law regarding mental conditions in criminal cases. Prosecutors aim to block expert testimony on...

Twenty-five Canadians have been charged with defrauding American seniors of over $21 million in a "grandparent scam." The scheme involved pretending to be a relative in need of money for bail after a car crash, with victims being coerced into sending money to individuals posing as bail bondsmen. The suspects operated call centers in Montreal and used technology to make calls appear as though they were coming from the U.S. Five of the defendants are...

Alexia Seabrook from Northamptonshire embarked on a transformative upskilling journey through apprenticeships, starting as a hospitality supervisor at Pizza Hut and later becoming an apprenticeship trainer. Similarly, Alan Gillingham took on a healthcare science diploma apprenticeship after 15 years in the industry, balancing work, study, and family commitments to advance his career. Both benefited from employer support, hands-on learning, and the opportunity to apply new skills directly to their roles, highlighting the rewards of investing...

A South Korean village near the North Korean border was mistakenly shelled by two fighter jets from the South’s own air force during a joint exercise with the United States military, injuring 15 people and damaging homes and a church. The jets dropped four bombs each, with inaccurate coordinates causing one of the pilots to hit the village instead of the intended range. The South Korean military suspended live-fire drills, with four seriously injured individuals...

Leaders from European countries are meeting in Brussels to discuss increasing defense spending and supporting Ukraine after Donald Trump suspends military assistance, leading to uncertainty about U.S. security. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will join the EU leaders to address the issue. EU members are expected to welcome proposals for increased defense spending and support for Ukraine, with some disagreements among nations on the specifics of the plan. Full Article