International

Vietnam Braces for Wipha After Hong Kong Hit

By BPN News Desk July 21, 2025

Typhoon Wipha struck Hong Kong and parts of southern China on July 20, bringing strong winds reaching up to 167 km/h and intense rainfall. The storm uprooted trees, damaged scaffolding, and forced hundreds of flight cancellations. Public transport, ferry services, and schools were suspended for safety, and over 250 residents were moved to temporary shelters. […]

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Iran to Hold Nuclear Talks with UK, France & Germany

By BPN News Desk July 21, 2025

Iran has agreed to resume nuclear negotiations with the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, collectively known as the E3. The discussions are set to take place on July 25 in Istanbul and will include deputy foreign ministers from each country. This marks the first formal round of direct talks between Iran and the E3 since […]

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Trump Shares Deepfake Video of Obama’s Arrest

By BPN News Desk July 21, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump posted a deepfake video on his Truth Social platform, depicting ex-President Barack Obama being arrested by the FBI inside the Oval Office. The digitally edited clip shows Obama in handcuffs and later in prison attire, despite no real legal proceedings against him. No Indications of Actual Charges There is no evidence […]

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Delta Jet Dodges B-52 in Sharp Manoeuvre

By BPN News Desk July 21, 2025

A Delta Connection regional jet was forced to make an aggressive mid-air manoeuvre to avoid a possible collision with a U.S. Air Force B-52 bomber. The incident took place near Minot International Airport, North Dakota, as the commercial flight was approaching for landing. The aircraft, operated by SkyWest for Delta Air Lines, was en route […]

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Putin Hosts Iran’s Adviser on Nuclear Talks

By BPN News Desk July 21, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin held an unexpected meeting at the Kremlin with Ali Larijani, a senior adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei. The visit came amid heightened tensions over Iran’s nuclear programme and regional conflict dynamics. Discussions Focus on Nuclear and Regional Stability During the meeting, Larijani outlined Iran’s assessment of

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Trump Says Illegal Immigrant Must Be Thrown Out

By BPN News Desk July 21, 2025

An off‑duty Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer was shot in the face and arm late Saturday night in Riverside Park beneath the George Washington Bridge. The officer was sitting with a woman when two men on a scooter approached. One of them, armed, attempted a robbery. A gunfight ensued after the officer drew his […]

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6.2 Quake Shakes Alaska Peninsula, No Damage Reported

By BPN News Desk July 21, 2025

A powerful earthquake of magnitude 6.2 struck the Alaska Peninsula early on Monday morning. Reported at 3:58 AM IST, the tremor occurred at a shallow depth of about 48 km, with its epicentre roughly 81 km south-southeast of Sand Point. Although the shaking was significant, no damage or injuries have been reported. No Tsunami Threat This Time Unlike […]

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Japan Upper House Election: Coalition Loses Majority

By BPN News Desk July 21, 2025

Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and its ally Komeito have lost their majority in the House of Councillors following the latest Upper House election. Out of the 125 seats contested, the coalition secured only 47—falling three short of the minimum 50 needed to hold control. This marks the first time in 16 years that […]

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Multiple Earthquakes Strike Off Russia’s Pacific Coast

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2025

A series of powerful earthquakes struck near the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia’s Far East on Saturday, triggering a brief tsunami warning that has since been lifted. The strongest tremor measured 7.4 in magnitude, followed closely by two more quakes of 6.6 and 6.7 magnitude respectively. The 7.4-magnitude quake struck about 144 km east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, […]

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PM Modi to Visit UK and Maldives From July 23–26

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a four-day official visit to the United Kingdom and Maldives from July 23 to 26. The visit is aimed at deepening India’s diplomatic, economic, and strategic relations with both countries. This is Modi’s fourth official visit to the UK and his third to the Maldives, highlighting New Delhi’s […]