February 20, 2026
  • February 20, 2026

China sacks ‘missing’ defence minister, appoints new fin min

by on October 24, 2023 0

China has removed General Li Shangfu as defense minister without providing an explanation. This is the second leadership shake-up in three months, following the removal of ex-foreign minister Qin Gang from the State Council. Li, who has not been seen in public since August, is the second minister to be abruptly removed since President...

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Why you should not scan QR codes sent in an email

by on October 24, 2023 0

Recent reports from cybersecurity companies have highlighted a rise in phishing attacks through emails. Hackers are now using QR codes to encode links to phishing and scam pages, making it more difficult for users to identify and block these attacks. When a QR code is scanned, users are redirected to fake websites where their...

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TikTok wants to be more like YouTube, here’s how

by on October 24, 2023 0

TikTok is testing the ability for users to upload 15-minute videos, increasing its video upload limit from 10 minutes. The move puts TikTok in direct competition with YouTube, as it aims to attract longer-form video creators who typically post on the platform. The expanded time limit will provide creators with more flexibility when sharing...

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‘Hell’: Released Hamas hostage recounts ordeal

by on October 24, 2023 0

An 85-year-old woman, Yocheved Lifshitz, who was held hostage by Hamas in Gaza, has described her terrifying ordeal. Lifshitz was kidnapped from her home in Israel by armed individuals and taken to a network of underground tunnels. ​Lifshitz, said she was compelled to walk on wet ground and then descended into an underground tunnel...

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Did Hamas fighters take drugs before Oct 7 rampage in Israel?

by on October 23, 2023 0

Several Hamas fighters involved in the October 7 attack in Israel were under the influence of Captagon, a synthetic amphetamine-type stimulant. The drug, known as the “cocaine for the poor,” is produced in Syria and smuggled throughout Gulf nations. It allows fighters to commit acts with calmness, alertness, and suppressed appetite. Captagon gained notoriety...

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Former India captain Bishan Singh Bedi passes away at 77

by on October 23, 2023 0

Former India captain Bishan Singh Bedi represented the Indian national cricket team from 1966 to 1979, during which he emerged as one of the finest spin bowlers in the sport’s history. Bedi’s graceful, rhythmic action and the ability to impart prodigious spin on the ball set him apart. His illustrious career saw him amass...

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Watch: Irfan dances with Rashid to celebrate Afghan win

by on October 23, 2023 0

As Afghanistan pulled off a stunning eight-wicket win over Pakistan in the ongoing ODI World Cup, the team marked the victory with joyous celebrations at the Chepauk Stadium in Chennai. Led by Rashid Khan, the team was seen dancing and enjoying as Afghanistan registered their first-ever win over Pakistan in ODIs. Former India cricketer-turned-commentator...

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Why Ex-Pak PM Imran could now face death penalty

by on October 23, 2023 0

Ex-Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has been indicted on charges of revealing official secrets, adding to the legal battles he has been facing since being ousted from power. The charge carries a possible death sentence and could prevent him from running in parliamentary elections in January. Khan and his aide Shah Mahmood Qureshi will...

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