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Lions-Falcons preseason game ends early after serious injury to Detroit’s Morice Norris
Detroit safety Morice Norris was attended to for about 20 minutes and taken off the field in an ambulance during the Lions’ preseason game Friday night against Atlanta.
Russian nationalists have long demanded the return of Alaska. Now Trump has invited ICC-indicted Putin to the state
The Last Frontier state was purchased from the Russians by the U.S. for a sum of $7.2 million in 1867
Carney says he’s focused on building up Canada as Trump’s global trade war escalates
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BRICS Unites Against Tariffs: India’s Strategic Moves Amid US Pressure
The BRICS bloc—comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—has increasingly united in response to rising US tariffs, which were intended to isolate and weaken the group but have instead enhanced its strategic coherence and political solidarity.The latest US tariff package under President Donald Trump has been exceptionally tough, with India and Brazil facing steep 50% tariffs on
How Texas Democrats’ walkout has launched a fight across the US over political maps
Texas Republicans have escalated the penalties against Democrats as they enter a second week camped out in states across the country to block new U.S. House maps pushed for by President Donald Trump to win more seats ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Singapore celebrates success on 60th anniversary but challenges loom ahead
Al Jazeera looks at some of the challenges that Singapore could face over its next 60 years.
US has ‘no plans’ to recognise Palestinian statehood: VP
US Vice President JD Vance has stated that Washington has “no plans” to recognise a Palestinian state as he met UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy in Kent.
Indian Army releases RFI For The Procurement of Ponton Modular System Assault Bridges
The Indian Army has recently issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the procurement of upgraded PMS (Ponton Modular System) Assault Bridges. This move indicates the Army’s ongoing efforts to enhance its engineering and bridging capabilities with advanced, more capable equipment.The PMS Assault Bridges are crucial for enabling mechanised and infantry forces to quickly overcome obstacles such