UN nuclear watchdog chief to visit Moscow as fears for Ukraine's nuclear plants spike

Billionaire philanthropist and spiritual leader Aga Khan has died at 88 in Lisbon, Portugal, as announced by his charity, the Aga Khan Development Network. The 49th hereditary imam of the Ismaili Muslims, he was known for his charitable work and lavish lifestyle, with notable contributions to healthcare, education, and cultural projects worldwide. Tributes have poured in from figures such as Pakistan's Prime Minister and UN Secretary-General, highlighting his legacy of peace, tolerance, and compassion. Full...

The Trump administration is reviewing national monument boundaries to potentially expand U.S. energy production, with Interior Secretary Doug Burgum ordering a review by Feb. 18, raising concerns among conservation groups about shrinking or eliminating monuments like Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante in Utah. Trump previously reduced monument sizes, citing a "land grab," while Biden restored protections; legal challenges remain unsettled. Burgum's actions align with a push to unlock energy potential and economic development, drawing praise...

Japanese automaker Toyota Motor reported a second consecutive decline in quarterly profit, with a 28% drop in operating profit compared to the previous year, despite a rise in net income. The company's consolidated vehicle sales also decreased, but it maintained its full-year dividend forecast and saw a slight increase in share value. Toyota's focus on hybrids over fully electric vehicles has impacted its performance, although plans to build a new EV factory in China signal...

Thousands of voters in New Delhi began casting their ballots in the state legislature election, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's BJP challenging the ruling AAP led by Arvind Kejriwal. The AAP, known for welfare policies and anti-corruption efforts, won 62 out of 70 seats in the last election, while the BJP hopes to gain ground with promises of education and healthcare reforms. Modi's party faces criticism for alleged misuse of federal agencies against political opponents,...

AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal urged Delhi voters to recognize the importance of their vote in shaping the city's future, emphasizing the need for good schools, hospitals, and a respectable life for every family. Joined by Delhi CM Atishi, who described the election as a battle between good and evil, the appeal for voter participation highlighted the contrast between progress and hooliganism, with BJP and Congress also making their cases for leadership in the national...

Steve Witkoff, the U.S. special envoy to the Middle East, discussed President Donald Trump's Gaza announcement on 'Hannity,' stating that Gaza will be "uninhabitable" for 10-15 years. Trump proposed the U.S. take over Gaza, rebuild it, and relocate Palestinians to nearby countries, but Saudi Arabia and others have rejected the idea. Witkoff emphasized Trump's goal of providing Palestinians with hope for a better future, potentially away from the conflict-ridden region, signaling a shift in Middle...