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China Supports U.S.-Russia Peace Talks on Ukraine at G20 Summit

By BPN News Desk February 22, 2025

At the recent G20 summit in Johannesburg, China expressed support for U.S. President Donald Trump’s initiative to negotiate a peace agreement with Russia to end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated that China backs all efforts conducive to peace, including the recent consensus reached between the United States and Russia. […]

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France’s WEST Tokamak Sets New Nuclear Fusion Record

By BPN News Desk February 21, 2025

In a significant advancement for nuclear fusion research, scientists in France have announced that the WEST (Tungsten Environment in Steady-state Tokamak) reactor has set a new record by sustaining plasma for an unprecedented 1,337 seconds—over 22 minutes. This achievement surpasses the previous record held by China’s fusion reactor, which had maintained plasma for

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Chinese Naval Presence in the Tasman Sea

By BPN News Desk February 21, 2025

Australia and New Zealand are closely monitoring a fleet of Chinese warships conducting live-fire exercises in the Tasman Sea. The task group, comprising a Renhai-class cruiser, a frigate, and a supply ship, was first detected near Australia’s northeastern coast before moving approximately 150 nautical miles east of Sydney. This deployment marks an unusual extension

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Delta Air Lines Offers $30,000 Compensation to Toronto Crash Passengers

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2025

In the wake of the recent crash landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport, Delta Air Lines has announced a compensation package of $30,000 for each passenger involved in the incident. This gesture aims to provide immediate financial assistance to those affected and underscores the airline’s commitment to passenger welfare. A Delta spokesperson stated,

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Midair Collision at Arizona’s Marana Regional Airport Claims Two Lives

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2025

On the morning of February 19, 2025, a tragic midair collision occurred at Marana Regional Airport in Arizona, resulting in the deaths of two individuals. The incident involved a Cessna 172S and a Lancair 360 MK II, each carrying two occupants at the time of the crash. According to preliminary reports, the collision took place […]

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Trump’s Remarks on Zelenskyy Stir Controversy

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2025

President Donald Trump has escalated tensions by referring to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a “modestly successful comedian” who has become a “dictator without elections.” His comments come at a crucial time, as peace negotiations between the U.S. and Russia continue without direct Ukrainian involvement. Trump criticized Zelenskyy for

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President Trump Questions USAID’s Funding for Indian Elections

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2025

President Donald Trump has raised concerns over a $21 million grant allocated by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to promote voter participation in India. The funding, intended to strengthen democratic engagement, has come under scrutiny, with Trump questioning whether the U.S. should be involved in influencing voter turnout in another

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JD Vance Warns Zelenskyy Against Public Criticism of Trump

By BPN News Desk February 20, 2025

In a recent development, US Vice President JD Vance has cautioned Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy against publicly criticizing President Donald Trump. This advisory comes amidst heightened tensions between the US and Ukrainian administrations over the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. The friction intensified when President Trump referred to Zelenskyy as a

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Trump Criticizes Potential Tesla Factory in India as ‘Unfair’ to U.S.

By BPN News Desk February 19, 2025

In a recent interview, President Donald Trump expressed concerns regarding Tesla’s potential plans to establish a manufacturing facility in India. He emphasized that such a move could be detrimental to the United States, stating, “If he built the factory in India, that’s okay, but that’s unfair to us. It’s very unfair.” Trump highlighted

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UAE’s NMDC Group to Invest ₹21,000 Crore in Vadhvan Port Development

By BPN News Desk February 19, 2025

The National Marine Dredging Company (NMDC) Group, based in the United Arab Emirates, has announced a significant investment of ₹21,000 crore in the development of Vadhvan Port, located in Maharashtra, India. This initiative is part of NMDC’s broader strategy to expand its global footprint and enhance maritime infrastructure in key regions. Memorandum of