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Who is Abu Mohammed, leader of Syrian rebellion? From al-Qaida ties to HTS head

Updated on Dec 09, 2024 11:07 AM IST

Known for his role in Syria’s ongoing civil war, al-Golani has transformed from a jihadist figure linked to al-Qaida to a leader advocating for state-building.

Top rebel commander Abu Mohammed al-Golani speaks to a crowd at Ummayad Mosque in Damascus, after Syrian rebels announced that they have ousted President Bashar al-Assad, Syria December 8, 2024. (REUTERS)

South Korea orders travel ban on President Yoon amid martial law probe

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol now faces an overseas travel ban as police investigate rebellion charges related to his recent martial law declaration

South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol delivering an address at the Presidential Office in Seoul. (AFP)
Updated on Dec 09, 2024 11:31 AM IST

Trump taps favourite lawyer Alina Habba as White House counselor

Pelect Donald Trump announced that his personal lawyer Alina Habba will join his White House team and serve as counselor to the president.

FILE - Alina Habba speaks before Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Allentown, Pa., Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)(AP)
Published on Dec 09, 2024 08:28 AM IST
Bloomberg | | Posted by Aditi Srivastava

Sundar Pichai hints at a 'profound' shift coming to Google Search

Google CEO Sundar Pichai revealed that a major AI-driven transformation was coming to Google Search in 2025, enhancing its ability to tackle complex questions.

Google CEO Sundar Pichai revealed major upcoming changes to Search, driven by AI advancements.
(AFP)
Published on Dec 09, 2024 08:20 AM IST
ByMahipal Singh Chouhan

Bangladesh Police files case against Hindu monk Chinmoy Das, his followers

Following a clash in Chittagong, a case was lodged against Chinmoy Krishna Das, a Hindu monk arrested for sedition.

In addition to 164 known defendants and 400–500 unknown defendants, the Hindu priest is the main accused in the sedition case.
Updated on Dec 09, 2024 09:56 AM IST

Donald Trump to make immigration ‘easy’? What US President-elect said

The US President-elect said that people wanting to move to America cannot be those coming out jails, or those who have been serving time for murder.

Trump said that he would work with Democrats to come up with a plan for deportation and the 'dreamers'. (AP)
Published on Dec 09, 2024 07:23 AM IST

US News Live: Donald Trump's one more lie exposed when he posed with Prince William: Netizens

US News Live: Get real-time breaking news updates on the biggest event unfolding in the United States, including election, politics, economics, crime, viral and more.

Live live US News Live: Donald Trump's one more lie exposed when he posed with Prince William: Netizens
Updated on Dec 09, 2024 10:29 PM IST

Tyler Perry offers a ‘blunt’ response when asked about Meghan and Prince Harry

Tyler Perry downplayed his role in Meghan and Harry's move to California. He expressed indifference to media attention surrounding the couple.

Tyler Perry reached out to Meghan Markle and Prince Harry after they stepped down from royal duties.
Published on Dec 09, 2024 07:21 AM IST
ByAditi Srivastava

‘Historic opportunity for people’: Joe Biden on fall of Assad regime in Syria

The Syrian opposition that ousted Assad is led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, a group labelled a terrorist organisation by the United States.

US President Joe Biden speaks during a ceremony in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC, US, on December 8. (Bloomberg)(Bloomberg)
Updated on Dec 09, 2024 11:00 AM IST

‘Unjust and tyrannical rule’: How world reacted to Assad's ouster from Syria

In Lebanon, thousands of Syrians made their way to the Masnaa border crossing to return to their homeland, despite the uncertainty surrounding the situation.

Syrian-Americans and supporters celebrate after Syrian rebels announced that they had ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in Syria, in Dearborn, Michigan, U.S. December 8, 2024. REUTERS(REUTERS)
Updated on Dec 09, 2024 12:29 PM IST

South Korea special forces officer says he had orders to block lawmakers

SOUTHKOREA-POLITICS-MILITARY:South Korea special forces officer says he had orders to block lawmakers

South Korea special forces officer says he had orders to block lawmakers
Published on Dec 09, 2024 06:39 AM IST
Reuters |

South Korea shares drop as political turmoil continues after President Yoon survives impeachment

SOUTHKOREA-MARKETS/MIDDAY:South Korea shares drop as political turmoil continues after President Yoon survives impeachment

South Korea shares drop as political turmoil continues after President Yoon survives impeachment
Published on Dec 09, 2024 06:36 AM IST
Reuters |

Syria civil war: UNSC to hold emergency meet, Assad in Moscow | Top points

Though Syrian rebels now control Damascus, their chief al-Julani has ordered that no public institution will be touched until “official” handover is completed.

Syrians across the world celebrated after the rebels announced that they have ousted president Bashar al-Assad from Syria. (Reuters)
Updated on Dec 09, 2024 11:35 AM IST

Post Assad regime's fall, Syria's National Soccer Team unveils green uniforms

Following the fall of Assad's regime, Syria's soccer federation has changed the national team's colors from red to green.

The Syrian football association changed the national team's uniform and insignia from red to green in response to rebels overthrowing President Bashar al-Assad's government.
Published on Dec 09, 2024 05:50 AM IST
Reuters |

Donald Trump aides contact Google, Meta, Snap over online drug sales: Report

The transition officials want to hear from the companies about their priorities and any barriers to addressing issues around the sales of drugs online.

President-elect Donald Trump's transition team has invited five major tech companies to a meeting in mid-December.(REUTERS)
Updated on Dec 09, 2024 04:52 AM IST
Reuters |

Donald Trump vows to pardon January 6 Capitol attack defendants on day one

Trump told NBC that there could be "some exceptions" to his pardons if the individuals had acted "radical" or "crazy" during the assault.

During the interview, President-elect Donald Trump described the prosecutions of his supporters as inherently corrupt.(AP)
Updated on Dec 09, 2024 05:01 AM IST
Reuters |

NYC mayor says police closing in on suspect in UnitedHealth executive's murder, NY Post reports

UNITEDHEALTH-CEO/ (CORRECTED, PIX):CORRECTED-NYC mayor says police closing in on suspect in UnitedHealth executive's murder, NY Post reports

NYC mayor says police closing in on suspect in UnitedHealth executive's murder, NY Post reports
Published on Dec 09, 2024 01:45 AM IST
Reuters |

Hunt for UnitedHealthcare CEO's killer yields new evidence, but few answers

Cops said the ammunition found near Thompson’s body bore the words “delay,” “deny” and “depose,” mimicking a phrase used by insurance industry critics.

US police are confident that the attack on Brian Thompson was targeted, not a random one.(Reuters)
Published on Dec 09, 2024 01:23 AM IST
AP |

Biden speaks on Syria crisis, terms Assad's fall 'fundamental act of justice’

Biden spoke at the White House hours after rebel groups completed a takeover of Syria following over a dozen years of violent civil war.

US President Joe Biden credited action by the US and its allies for weakening Syria's backers — Russia, Iran and Hezbollah.(REUTERS)
Published on Dec 09, 2024 01:07 AM IST
AP |

Spiritual heart of Paris awakens: Notre Dame hosts first mass since 2019 fire

Archbishop Laurent Ulrich presided over the morning Mass, including the consecration of a new bronze altar.

Newly restored Notre Dame cathedral held its first mass in the morning, with Christians celebrating the return of the French capital's most famous place of worship after a historic re-opening ceremony.(AFP)
Updated on Dec 09, 2024 12:42 AM IST
AP |

World News Live Today December 9, 2024: South Korean President Yoon barred from leaving the country, remains in power

World News Live: Get real-time updates on international politics, economic changes, conflicts, and environmental issues. Access the latest breaking news and in-depth stories as they happen, keeping you informed of events shaping the world.

Live live Latest news on December 9, 2024: A protestor wears a cut-out of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol in a rally calling for his impeachment, who declared martial law, which was reversed hours later, near the National Assembly in Seoul, South Korea.(AP)
Updated on Dec 09, 2024 11:02 PM IST

Trump opens up on tariffs' impact, keeps door open for revenge prosecution

The president-elect also touched on monetary policy, immigration, abortion and health care, and US involvement in Ukraine, Israel and elsewhere.

President-elect Donald Trump was speaking in a wide-ranging interview with NBC.(AP)
Updated on Dec 09, 2024 12:21 AM IST
AP |

EAM Jaishankar urges action to ‘end deaths in Gaza conflict'

S Jaishankar was speaking at the 20th IISS Manama Dialogue panel on 'Whither Regional Strategic Cooperation.'

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar at Manama Dialogue, in Bahrain.(PTI)
Updated on Dec 08, 2024 11:40 PM IST
ANI |

These Syrian rebel forces played key role in Bashar al-Assad's ouster

Syria's uprising led to a cluster of militant groups split along ethnic and regional lines and continued to defend their interests throughout the war.

Syrians living in Turkey celebrate after Syrian rebels announced that they had ousted President Bashar al-Assad in Syria, in Istanbul, Turkey, December 8, 2024.(REUTERS)
Published on Dec 08, 2024 11:18 PM IST

Trump declares Russia in ‘weakened state’, says Putin ‘not interested' in…

Donald Trump on Sunday said Syrian President Bashar Assad has fled his country and his protector Putin, “was not interested in protecting him any longer”.

Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin(AP)
Published on Dec 08, 2024 10:20 PM IST

Jill Biden, Donald Trump's friendly banter in Paris leaves Internet in splits

Donald Trump and Jill Biden surprised their admirers with their uncommon bipartisan unity during the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.

Jill Biden and Trump were waiting for French First Lady Brigitte Macron to assume the seat that parted the duo during the reopening ceremony.(Reuters)
Updated on Dec 08, 2024 10:15 PM IST

Armed Syrian group ‘steals’ cars from Italian envoy's garden in Damascus

Italy said its ambassador is “safe” and working remotely in a different location. About 300 Italian citizens are living in Syria.

A man holds an AK-47 and flashes the victory sign as he poses for a photo in a hall of Syrian President Bashar Assad's presidential palace in Damascus, Syria, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024.(AP)
Published on Dec 08, 2024 09:32 PM IST

Trump launches new fragrance line ‘Fight, Fight, Fight’ ahead of Christmas

The website “Trump Fragrances” sells cologne and perfume with the slogan “Fight, Fight, Fight.”

Trump perfumes are among the latest items that Trump has sold or promoted, including cologne, NFT trading cards, and autographed guitars that went on sale for over $10,000.
Updated on Dec 08, 2024 09:33 PM IST

Donald Trump says he has no plans to replace Jerome Powell as Fed Chair

Donald Trump said he has no plans to replace Fed Chair Jerome Powell once he returns to the White House, saying “I don’t see it.”

Trump has previously said he should have a say in monetary policy and the setting of interest rates. (Getty Images via AFP)
Published on Dec 08, 2024 08:54 PM IST
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