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Why are wealthy nations struggling with debt?

Debt levels are on the rise across the globe with some of the world’s wealthiest and most developed nations struggling to balance the books. France, Japan, the United States and the United Kingdom are facing crushing levels of debt compared to their GDP. But why is this? What happened?

'Judging by your track record...': Greta Thunberg responds to Trump’s 'anger issues' remark

Climate activist Greta Thunberg has hit back at US President Donald Trump after he claimed she has “anger issues,” suggesting he may be the one struggling with them instead

No American dream this season for Indians and Chinese: Is US losing its global classroom?

The United States, once the leading destination for global higher education, is witnessing an alarming decline in international student arrivals — especially from India and China. New government data for August show foreign student inflows dropping nearly 19 per cent overall, with Indian enrolments plunging 44 per cent

World Bank lifts India’s FY26 growth forecast to 6.5% on strong domestic demand

The World Bank raised India’s FY26 growth outlook to 6.5 per cent, citing strong domestic demand, rural revival and tax reforms

'We understand that we need to wait’: Russia seeks clarity on possible US supply of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine

Russia on Tuesday said it was awaiting clearer signals from the United States regarding the potential supply of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, warning that such weapons could theoretically carry nuclear warheads

Canada's PM Carney to hold talks with Trump with focus on trade and tariffs

Canada has not settled on a trade deal with the US, unlike Washington's other allies, such as the European Union. The United States is Canada's main economic partner, with 75 per cent of Ottawa's exports being sold across its southern border

Was an Indian student with Rs 89 lakh scholarship denied US visa over social media posts?

Kaushik Raj, a 27-year-old Indian, with a $100,000 (Rs 89 lakh) scholarship from the prestigious Columbia University was denied a US visa. While his rejection letter states that he had failed to demonstrate ‘sufficient ties to India’, he believes it was because of his critical social media posts

Is Tim Cook preparing to leave Apple? Who could succeed the tech CEO?

Tim Cook may be preparing to step down from Apple after more than a decade at the helm and speculation is growing about who could take his place. Senior executives such as Chief Operating Officer Jeff Williams, Senior Vice President John Ternus, and software head Craig Federighi are viewed as potential successors

Is Pakistan’s offer to US to build Pasni port in Arabian Sea a threat to India?

Pakistan’s courtship of Donald Trump continues. Islamabad has reportedly proposed that the US build and operate a port in the small, coastal fishing town of Pasni, which is located close to Gwadar and the Pakistan-Iran border. If this plan goes ahead, it would have serious implications for India, with New Delhi having to rethink its Arabian Sea strategy and patrols

US to upgrade military bases in Philippines| Vantage on Firstpost

US is increasing its military presence in Philippines by upgrading the bases. This strategic partnership of US remains unresolved and its relations with China worsens on a global stage. The viewers have observed this as a pragmatic move of US. Will this bog down Manila in between? Alyson Le Grange tells you.