Bangladesh court begins first trial of Hasina-era officials Eight men are being charged with crimes against humanity. Published 25 May, 2025 05:20pm
No evidence Hamas is behind looted aid: WFP Gaza’s civil defence agency says operations director killed with wife in Nuseirat. Updated 25 May, 2025 11:28pm
Trump defends block on foreign students at Harvard "We want to know who those foreign students are," says US president. Updated 25 May, 2025 03:54pm
Crew rescued as container ship sinks off India’s south coast with hazardous cargo Sailors hailed from various countries; defence ministry doesn't specify what was inside the 13 "hazardous" containers. Published 25 May, 2025 03:47pm
UAE hits record May temperature of 51.6°C The temperature in Al Ain's Sweihan exceeds previous record for May of 50.2 Celsius recorded in 2009. Updated 25 May, 2025 06:37pm
Pakistan Association Dubai sets Guinness World Record for creating largest UAE flag made of handprints
Pakistan wants OIC-backed Gaza plan operational Asim Iftikhar spells out steps at preparatory session for June conference to preserve Palestinian statehood viability. Updated 25 May, 2025 06:42pm
Bangladesh cancels $21m defence deal with India Cancellation follows India’s recent move to withdraw facility extended to Dhaka to export its cargo to third countries. Updated 25 May, 2025 08:33am
India’s water move threatens millions, UN told World community urged to act before such actions triggers a humanitarian catastrophe or destabilises the region. Updated 25 May, 2025 10:18am
Gaza doctor couple loses nine children in Israeli strike Civil defence says the doctor and another son, Adam, were also seriously wounded in the strike. Updated 25 May, 2025 12:35pm
Russia carries out massive missile, drone strikes on Ukraine’s capital Officials said 15 people were injured in Kyiv itself and five civilians were killed by Russian strikes. Updated 25 May, 2025 10:19am