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ISTANBUL (AP) — The outgoing head of Britain’s foreign intelligence agency on Friday gave a wide-ranging speech on the threats facing the West as he prepares to leave office later this month, highlighting Russia, China, Iran and Islamist terrorism.Richard Moore, who departs as the head of MI6 after five years, spent a large part of his address in Istanbul focusing on the war in Ukraine but also highlighted China, Iran and counter-terrorism as the agency’s other priorities.ChinaWhile the U.K. wants a “respectful and constructive relationship,” China must stick to the “established rules of engagement and non-interference,” Moore said, describing the…

Hey folks, if you’re scanning the market screens today, you might have done a double-take at Chijet Motor Company (NASDAQ: CJET). This little auto maker is lighting up the boards with one of the biggest gains out there, surging as investors pile in on some fresh news that’s got everyone buzzing. As of this writing, shares are up over 50% in early trading, pushing the price to around $0.16. But what’s behind this rocket ride? Let’s break it down, because moves like this are a perfect chance to talk about how news can shake up the markets, the thrills and…

New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s social media post on Gen Z, amidst his ‘vote theft’ allegation, has triggered a political row, with BJP leaders and ministers accusing him of trying to instigate a civil war in the country on the lines of what happened in Nepal and Bangladesh.On 18 September, Gandhi, after his press conference claiming deletion of voters from Karnataka’s Aland constituency, took to X and wrote: “The youth of the country, the students of the country, the Gen Z of the country will save the Constitution, protect democracy, and stop vote theft. I always stand with them. Jai…

Legendary leg-spinner Anil Kumble has strongly advocated for Kuldeep Yadav’s inclusion in India’s Test side, stressing that the left-arm wrist-spinner brings an “X-factor” essential for taking 20 wickets. Despite his proven match-winning ability, Kuldeep was left out during India’s recent tour of England due to team balance and the preference for batting depth provided by Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, and Washington Sundar. Kumble Adore’s Kuldeep Kumble, speaking on The Great Indian Cricket Show, highlighted that Kuldeep’s unique skill set makes him a difficult bowler to pick. “I think Kuldeep Yadav should be a part of Test match cricket if you…

A 3,300-year-old Egyptian whistle, carved from the toe bone of a cow, was unearthed in the ruins of Amarna, the former capital of ancient Egypt established by Pharaoh Akhenaten around 1347 B.C. Archaeologists discovered the object near a worker settlement once linked to tomb construction. The site, which was abandoned after only 15 years, continues to yield material evidence of daily life during the New Kingdom. According to an analysis published in Live Science, the artifact’s form and context suggest a practical use tied to oversight or control. The whistle is currently the earliest known example of its kind in…

New Delhi: Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front chief Yasin Malik has claimed he was roped in by the successive governments, led by Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Manmohan Singh, to be a part of backchannel diplomacy with Pakistan and peace process.Additionally, he also claimed to have been contacted by senior Intelligence Bureau officials, including the current National Security Adviser Ajit Doval, to serve several confidential assignments related to Kashmir and Pakistan. Malik, who is serving the life sentence in a terror-funding case, made these claims in a self-submitted affidavit before the Delhi High Court in response to a National Investigation Agency plea…

Bees are remarkable navigators, and their ability to find their way back to the hive is crucial for their survival. In fact, their navigation relies on an intricate system that allows them to orient themselves using the sun’s polarized light, even when the sun isn’t visible. According to the study Coupled photoreceptors enable polarization navigation in honeybees, bees can detect polarized light patterns across the sky, acting as a map for them to navigate. But what happens when the weather conditions change? How do bees manage to stay on course even on cloudy days? The answer lies in their sophisticated…

PARIS (AP) — A moment of truth: that’s how French President Emmanuel Macron sees the recognition of a Palestinian state by France and other Western nations, with the hope to make it a landmark step in his push for peace in the Middle East as the devastating war in Gaza continues.Weakened and unpopular at home, Macron is more than ever taking center stage in international talks. He is to formally declare France’s recognition of a Palestinian state on Monday in New York at a United Nations conference co-chaired with Saudi Arabia, as the U.N. General Assembly starts.“We have to recognize…

After a stunning 102-run victory over Australia in the second ODI at New Chandigarh, India will aim to replicate that performance in the series decider at Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday. This match also marks the first women’s ODI in the national capital in nearly 30 years, adding extra significance to the clash. Riding high on Smriti Mandhana’s brilliant 117 off 91 balls and a strategic six-bowler approach, India achieved their first home ODI win over Australia in 18 years and set the stage for a potential maiden bilateral series victory. India’s bowling attack, led by spinners Renuka Singh Thakur…

Infrastructure Development Minister MB Patil announces cabinet approval of an additional ₹270.83 crore to upgrade Vijayapura Airport for Airbus-320 operations, night-landing, and enhanced connectivity.The Karnataka government has given a significant push to the upcoming Vijayapura “Greenfield” Airport with the state cabinet approving an additional ₹270.83 crore to expand its infrastructure and make it capable of handling Airbus-320 type aircraft.Announcing the decision on Friday, Infrastructure Development Minister and Vijayapura district in-charge MB Patil said that the cabinet deliberated on the proposal in detail during its Thursday meeting before granting approval. With this latest allocation, the airport’s total project cost has climbed…