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Washington, D.C: US President Donald Trump has ordered federal agencies to launch what he described as ‘the single largest mass deportation programme in history,’ naming Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York as primary targets. The directive comes with widespread protests and growing backlash over the administration’s immigration policies and use of federal force to suppress demonstrations. Posting on Truth Social, Trump ordered all federal departments to ‘do all in their power’ to execute the mass deportation strategy. The White House Glows Gold as America Honors 250 Years of @USArmy Strength 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/8vuvOGOWk8 — The White House (@WhiteHouse) June 15, 2025…

United Kingdom: Blaise Metreweli has been named the first woman to head the UK’s Secret Intelligence Service (MI6) in its 116-year history. She will succeed Sir Richard Moore later this year, becoming the 18th Chief traditionally referred to as ‘C’. Metreweli, 47, joined MI6 in 1999 and currently serves as Director General ‘Q’, overseeing the agency’s critical technology and innovation operations. Her appointment comes at a pivotal time as the intelligence community faces growing threats from hostile states, cyber challenges, and geopolitical instability. I am delighted to announce that Blaise Metreweli will succeed me as Chief of #MI6 on 1…

San Antonio: At least 11 people have died and several remain missing after powerful flash floods swept through San Antonio, submerging roads and sweeping vehicles into nearby creeks. The severe weather triggered a major emergency response across the city. According to the San Antonio Fire Department, more than 70 water rescues were conducted. At least four individuals sustained minor injuries and were transported to local hospitals. Emergency crews, including K9 units and statewide urban search and rescue teams, are continuing to search for at least four people reported missing. Among the confirmed victims are Martha De La Torre Rangel, Matthew…

Iran: Iran has launched a massive retaliatory missile barrage against Tel Aviv, hours after Israel’s surprise airstrike on Iranian soil destroyed key military and nuclear targets. The remarkable escalation has pushed the Middle East to the brink of a wider conflict, with both sides allocating grave warnings and continuing attacks. The Iranian attack was followed by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in which he pledged to ‘inflict heavy blows’ on Israel, accusing it of unleashing a ‘malevolent war.’ Minutes later, waves of Iranian missiles fell on central Israel. Sirens blared across Tel Aviv as citizens rushed to shelters. Explosions from…

New Delhi: An Air India flight en route from Phuket, Thailand to New Delhi made an emergency landing after a bomb threat was received onboard, according to airport authorities. The incident involved flight AI 379, which was carrying 156 passengers and had taken off from Phuket International Airport at 9:30 AM local time (0230 GMT). Shortly after takeoff, the flight crew received information about a potential threat, prompting the aircraft to enter a holding pattern over the Andaman Sea. Following standard emergency procedures, the pilot decided to return to Phuket, where the plane landed safely under heightened security protocols. Airports…

Pennsylvania: World No.1 Scottie Scheffler has endured a difficult start to the US Open at Oakmont Country Club, carding a 3-over 73 that leaves him seven shots behind early leader JJ Spaun. Despite entering the day with optimism, Scheffler’s round turned into a five-and-a-half-hour battle marked by frustration and missed opportunities. Scheffler stated that, “I’ve probably got to give myself a few more looks.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by U.S. Open Championship (@usopengolf) The 27-year-old Texan, who has already claimed three majors, showed visible signs of frustration throughout the afternoon as Oakmont’s infamous slopes…

Iran: Global oil prices have soared following reports that Israel had carried out a military strike on Iran, escalating already high tensions in the Middle East and discouraging global energy markets. Shortly after the news broke, the prices of Brent crude and Nymex light sweet crude jumped by more than 10 percent, reaching their most elevated levels since January. Although prices slightly eased during Asian trading hours, they remained up by around 7.5 percent. Brent crude stood at $74.50 a barrel, while Nymex was priced at $73.20. The dramatic price spike came with growing fears that an intensifying conflict between…

Los Angeles: Disney and Universal have filed a lawsuit against San Francisco-based AI company Midjourney, accusing it of rampant copyright infringement. The lawsuit, lodged in a federal district court in Los Angeles, alleges that Midjourney’s image-generation tool has created ‘innumerable’ unauthorized versions of well-known characters such as Star Wars’ Darth Vader and Yoda, Marvel superheroes like Spider-Man and Iron Man, as well as Elsa from Frozen and the Minions from Despicable Me. Disney’s chief legal officer Horacio Gutierrez acknowledged the creative potential of AI but marked a clear line on copyright boundaries, stating that, “Piracy is piracy, and the fact…

Virginia: The Pentagon has launched a comprehensive review of the Aukus security pact, an ambitious trilateral defence agreement between the US, UK, and Australia, with growing concerns over its compatibility with President Donald Trump’s ‘America First’ doctrine. A Pentagon official confirmed that the review is being conducted to ensure the initiative of the previous administration aligns with the president’s ‘America First’ agenda, citing the need for maximum readiness, equitable allied assistance to collective defence, and a robust defence industrial base. The Aukus deal, first announced in 2021 under President Joe Biden, was set to see Australia develop nuclear-powered submarines in…

Seoul: South Korea’s military has suspended its controversial loudspeaker broadcasts along the border with North Korea, in a move it defines as part of efforts to restore trust and reduce tensions between the two nations. The decision comes just a week after President Lee Jae-myung assumed office, having pledged to improve ties with Pyongyang and restart dialogue on the Korean Peninsula. The loudspeaker broadcasts, blaring South Korean news, democracy-related content, and foreign affairs updates had long been a source of tension with the North, which deems them an act of war and has previously threatened retaliation. South Korea’s military remarked…