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‘Did Natalie Harp edit out Melania?’: Trump’s Truth Social photo of Xi Jinping arrival sparks row

Trump posted a seemingly edited photo of Natalie Harp from Xi's arrival. It sparked a row over alleged editing out of Melania Trump from the photo. Updated on: Sep 24, 2026, 22:23:06…

By Sohail Khan · 24 Sep

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Why is Starbucks closing 250 stores? Inside Brian Niccol’s turnaround strategy

Starbucks is closing 250 underperforming stores as Brian Niccol pushes his turnaround plan, cuts costs and focuses on sales, customers and profit margins. Updated on: Sep 24, 2026, 20:52:15 IST Prefer HTon…

By Sohail Khan · 24 Sep

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US diesel prices hit record high: Will Trump’s 90-day export ban actually lower prices?

US diesel prices hit a record high as Trump considers a 90-day diesel export ban. Experts warn the move may not lower prices or fix global fuel shortages. Updated on: Sep 24,…

By Sohail Khan · 24 Sep

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CNN, MS NOW, Politico seek immediate court hearing as White House access remains blocked

Trump first announced he was banning the outlets Friday, assailing what he called “fake news” Published on: Sep 24, 2026, 19:47:03 IST Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link CNN, MS NOW…

By Sohail Khan · 24 Sep

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What is the origin of Paris? The discovery of a 20-metre ancient wall may solve centuries-old mystery

The wall was discovered beneath a hospital on the Ile de la Cite, near the Notre Dame Cathedral, the French culture ministry said. Updated on: Sep 24, 2026, 19:14:10 IST Prefer HTon…

By Sohail Khan · 24 Sep

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Taylor Swift teases ‘Patient Zero’ music video with Dakota Johnson, Colin Farrell: What to know about The Encore

Taylor Swift teases her Patient Zero music video with Dakota Johnson and Colin Farrell as The Encore adds four new songs to The Life of a Showgirl. Updated on: Sep 24, 2026,…

By Sohail Khan · 24 Sep

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US Treasury yields hit 2007 highs: Why rising bond rates are worrying investors

US Treasury yields hit 2007 highs as oil prices, inflation and government borrowing worry investors and raise concerns about higher interest rates. Updated on: Sep 24, 2026, 18:22:55 IST Prefer HTon Google…

By Sohail Khan · 24 Sep

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Tech industry calls on Trump administration to withdraw new H-1B visa fee

The clash over a proposed DHS rule to charge a $103,265 fee is reigniting a spat over highly skilled immigration. Published on: Sep 24, 2026, 18:00:41 IST Prefer HTon Google Share via…

By Sohail Khan · 24 Sep

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McDonald’s to spend $8.5 billion: What customers can expect from the new strategy

McDonald’s will spend $8.5 billion by 2036 on restaurant remodels, employee training, AI kitchens, new menu items and value deals to win back customers. Updated on: Sep 24, 2026, 17:25:52 IST Prefer…

By Sohail Khan · 24 Sep

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AI-written speeches are taking over politics

British MPs are avid users. But they have nothing on Australians or Canadians Published on: Sep 24, 2026, 16:31:00 IST Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link Steve Yemm put “a fundamental…

By Sohail Khan · 24 Sep