Jun 17, 2026, at 04:48 pm
An Indian-origin tech professional who had built a promising career in the United States was among 12 people killed in a tragic skydiving aircraft crash in Missouri, shortly after takeoff, according to media reports.
Pentagon drops 'Indo' from Indo-Pacific Command, restores name to USPACOM after 8-year gap
Jun 17, 2026, at 03:40 pm
The United States Department of War has announced that the US Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) will revert to its previous name, the US Pacific Command (USPACOM), ending a designation that had been in use since 2018.
US military tragedy: B-52 Bomber goes down seconds after takeoff, 8 killed
Jun 16, 2026, at 09:20 am
At least eight people, including two Boeing employees, were killed after a US Air Force B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff in Southern California, according to media reports.
Canadian firm wins first EU SAFE defence contract as Canada, EU deepen security ties
Jun 16, 2026, at 02:34 am
Evian-les-Bains/France: A Canadian defence technology company has secured the first contract awarded to a Canadian firm under the European Union's Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative, as Canada and the EU announced new cooperation measures on security and ocean conservation.
Strait of Hormuz to fully reopen from Friday after US–Iran deal, Trump announces ahead of G7 talks
Jun 15, 2026, at 11:15 pm
President Donald Trump has announced that a new agreement between the United States and Iran will lead to the “complete reopening” of the Strait of Hormuz from Friday, easing restrictions on one of the world’s most critical shipping routes.
‘Free Palestine’ chants erupt as students protest during Google CEO Sundar Pichai’s Stanford address
Jun 15, 2026, at 03:18 pm
A group of graduating students at Stanford University walked out of the commencement ceremony as Google CEO Sundar Pichai took the stage to deliver his keynote address, amid chants of "Free, Free Palestine," according to media reports.
Horror in US: 12 killed as skydiving plane crashes moments after takeoff
Jun 15, 2026, at 11:13 am
At least 11 skydivers and a pilot were killed after a small aircraft crashed in the US state of Missouri on Sunday, according to media reports.
‘Let the oil flow’: Trump claims historic Iran agreement to end conflict
Jun 15, 2026, at 09:40 am
US President Donald Trump on Monday announced that Washington and Tehran had reached an agreement aimed at ending hostilities in the region, with the deal expected to take effect on Friday.
‘No judgment’: Trump slams Netanyahu over Beirut strike amid Iran deal push
Jun 15, 2026, at 12:14 am
US President Donald Trump on Sunday sharply criticised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over Israel’s strike on Lebanon, saying the Israeli leader had shown poor judgment at a time when Washington was close to securing a peace deal with Iran.
Jun 14, 2026, at 06:46 pm
US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has released newly declassified intelligence documents claiming that the United States funded more than 120 biological laboratories across over 30 countries, including Ukraine.
“Supportive boyfriend duties”: Justin Trudeau’s viral response to FIFA World Cup backlash
Jun 14, 2026, at 05:45 pm
Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has responded sharply to criticism over his attendance at a FIFA World Cup 2026 match between the United States and Paraguay, which led him to miss a key fixture featuring Canada.
Trump says Middle East peace deal to be signed today, claims Strait of Hormuz will reopen
Jun 14, 2026, at 11:53 am
US President Donald Trump has said that a long-awaited deal aimed at ending the war in the Middle East is expected to be signed on Sunday, adding that the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened “immediately” after the agreement is finalised.
US strike kills notorious Venezuelan gang boss Niño Guerrero, Trump claims ‘justice delivered'
Jun 13, 2026, at 05:30 pm
US President Donald Trump on Friday said American forces have killed an “infamous leader” of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, a group his administration has designated as a global terrorist organisation and transnational drug cartel.
Canada, Ontario commit C$12 million to help farmers improve efficiency and sustainability
Jun 13, 2026, at 01:41 am
Toronto: Canada and Ontario announced C$12 million in new funding on Friday to help farmers improve energy efficiency, reduce operating costs and strengthen the long-term resilience of agricultural operations.
Canada, Philippines sign defence agreements to deepen military cooperation in Indo-Pacific
Jun 12, 2026, at 11:55 pm
Ottawa: Canada and the Philippines signed two defence agreements on Thursday to expand military cooperation, improve interoperability and strengthen security ties amid growing strategic challenges in the Indo-Pacific.
Elon Musk becomes world’s first trillionaire after SpaceX stock surge
Jun 12, 2026, at 10:36 pm
Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, has reportedly become the world’s first trillionaire after shares of his rocket company SpaceX surged sharply on their first day of trading.
Trump accuses Iran of drone attack on Indian ships, calls it 'totally unacceptable'
Jun 12, 2026, at 09:31 pm
US President Donald Trump on Friday accused Iran of carrying out a drone attack on Indian ships leaving the Strait of Hormuz and described the incident as "totally unacceptable."
Canada, UK and Australia launch peace fund for Israelis and Palestinians amid Middle East tensions
Jun 12, 2026, at 02:12 pm
London: Canada, Britain and Australia on Thursday announced a new international peace fund for Israelis and Palestinians as the three countries stepped up coordination on Middle East security, energy disruptions and broader geopolitical challenges.
Canada unveils C$ 3 billion food security strategy to boost demestic production
Jun 12, 2026, at 01:34 pm
Ottawa: Canada on Thursday launched its first National Food Security Strategy, pledging more than C$3 billion ($2.2 billion) over the next decade to strengthen domestic food production, increase grocery competition and reduce reliance on foreign suppliers.
Trump claims US 'ended war with Iran', Tehran yet to confirm a deal
Jun 12, 2026, at 10:04 am
US President Donald Trump has claimed that the United States has effectively ended its ongoing conflict with Iran, although Tehran has yet to confirm any such breakthrough.
'2 hellfire missiles into engine room': US admits striking third ship with Indian crew near Oman
Jun 11, 2026, at 08:48 pm
The United States has admitted firing two Hellfire missiles at a tanker carrying Indian crew members off the coast of Oman, marking the third attack involving Indian seafarers in the Gulf this week and prompting a strong protest from New Delhi.
US strikes Iran as Trump warns of escalation; Tehran hits back across region
Jun 11, 2026, at 12:09 am
The United States launched airstrikes early Wednesday targeting Iran, with U.S. President Donald Trump warning that further attacks were likely as tensions in the Middle East spiraled sharply.
Jun 10, 2026, at 01:00 pm
A former Air Canada captain is facing criminal charges after allegedly flying tens of thousands of passengers over nearly 17 years using a fraudulent pilot's licence, according to Canadian authorities.
West Asia on Edge: Iran says it hit key US military targets in Middle East
Jun 10, 2026, at 09:25 am
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed responsibility for a missile strike on a U.S. airbase in Al-Azraq, Jordan, saying it hit four strategic targets, including shelters housing F-35 fighter jets and a command-and-control centre.
Canadian Space Agency awards $1 million for lunar power and mining studies
Jun 10, 2026, at 02:55 am
Ontario: Canadian Strategic Missions Corporation has secured $1 million from the Canadian Space Agency to study power generation and resource extraction technologies for future missions to the Moon.
Nearly half of Canadians could cover expenses for only a month before falling into debt: Survey
Jun 10, 2026, at 02:02 am
Ottawa: Nearly half of Canadians would be unable to cover basic living expenses for more than a month without falling into debt if they lost their main source of income, a new survey found.
Canada imposes fresh sanctions over escalating settler violence in West Bank
Jun 10, 2026, at 01:09 am
Ottawa: Canada on Monday imposed a fifth round of sanctions targeting individuals and entities linked to extremist settler violence in the occupied West Bank.
Trump says Iran shot down US Apache helicopter, vows response
Jun 09, 2026, at 11:43 pm
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday claimed that Iran shot down a US Army AH-64 Apache attack helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz and warned that Washington "must" respond to the attack.
Big blow to Trump! US court strikes down USD 100,000 H-1B visa fee
Jun 09, 2026, at 09:27 am
A US federal court has struck down President Donald Trump's move to impose a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas for highly skilled foreign workers.
Canada, Turkiye launch talks toward free trade agreement
Jun 09, 2026, at 02:47 am
Ottawa: Canada and Turkiye have agreed to begin exploratory discussions on a potential free trade agreement (FTA), marking a significant step in efforts to deepen trade, investment and economic cooperation between the two countries.