US, Israeli Strikes Against Iran

Mahmoud Abbas - President Palestine (Photo: Wikimedia Commons)

US again denies Palestinian President Abbas visa to attend UN assembly

The Palestinian Authority condemns the U.S. decision to deny visas to its officials, including President Mahmoud Abbas, ahead of the UN General Assembly.

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US airman reveals harrowing escape after F-15 shot down over Iran

A US airman rescued after his F-15 was shot down over Iran describes his injuries, evasion and dramatic recovery; CNN reports Pentagon officials pushed for the interview.

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France apologizes for UN diplomatic spat with Washington

France's permanent mission to the UN published the apology Friday, saying it regretted a post on X criticizing the United States' commitment to human rights.

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The U.S. Embassy Islamabad strengthened economic ties at the Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN) Economic Policy Challenge, a two-day, case-based competition.

US alumni network competition produces ideas to boost Pakistan's economy

The two-day Pakistan-US Alumni Network Economic Policy Challenge brought together 70 participants from across Pakistan, along with six alumni from Bangladesh, the Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

September 10, 2026

Computers inside data centers get hot and keeping them cool takes water. File photo: AFP)

AI data centers are less thirsty now, tech giants say

US data centers face growing backlash over water and power use, while tech companies push closed-loop cooling systems to reduce water consumption.

September 7, 2026

Putin orders halt in strikes on Kyiv for Trump envoys' visit: Kremlin

Putin orders a three-day halt in Russian strikes on Kyiv as Trump’s envoys visit Moscow and prepare for peace talks in Ukraine.

September 5, 2026

US President Donald Trump and Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman walk down the Colonnade on the way to the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC on November 18, 2025. (File photo: AFP)

US approves $5B sale of bombs to Saudi Arabia

The proposed deal aims to bolster Riyadh’s ability to defend against missile and drone attacks while enhancing coordination with US and Gulf forces.

September 5, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks as he hosts a dinner in the Rose Garden at the White House on September 02, 2026 in Washington, DC. President Trump invited Republicans in competitive races to a Rose Garden dinner ahead of the November elections. Kevin

Judge blocks new Trump bid against birthright citizenship

A US federal judge blocks the Trump administration from enforcing its new executive order restricting birthright citizenship.

September 3, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump (C) speaks to National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Administrator Jared Isaacman (L) as he visits NASA's Mission Control Center. (Photo: AFP)

Trump announces deal for huge US stake in Venezuelan oil reserves

Trump says the US reaches a historic oil deal with Venezuela, securing majority control of its reserves and attracting over $100 billion in investment.

August 29, 2026

Dawson Kelly, Victoria Hinks and Lisa Pearson hold a banner with the names of nearly 400 young people who allegedly died from the impacts of social media outside the Ronald V. Dellums Federal Building & United States Courthouse in Oakland, California, on

What Meta’s social media block means for US teens

Meta’s settlement will reshape how teens use Facebook and Instagram, introducing nighttime restrictions, daily usage caps, stronger age checks and parental controls, while potentially pushing rival social media platforms to adopt similar protections for young users.

August 28, 2026