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U.S. President Donald Trump gestures, as he arrives at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, U.S., Sept. 26, 2025.Elizabeth Frantz | ReutersPresident Donald Trump warned Sunday of widespread layoffs if the federal government shuts down this week, telling NBC News that “we are going to cut a lot of the people that … we’re able to cut on a permanent basis.””[I’d] rather not do that,” he told NBC News in an exclusive interview.The White House is doubling down on warnings that thousands of government jobs could be on the line if the government shuts down at midnight on Tuesday.The Trump administration last…
US President Donald Trump expressed optimism on Sunday about reaching a deal to end the war in Gaza, saying there is “a real chance for greatness in the Middle East,” ahead of talks on Monday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Trump did not provide specific details of a prospective ceasefire-for-hostages agreement in Gaza, but Vice President JD Vance told “Fox News Sunday” that top US officials are immersed in “very complicated” negotiations with Israeli and Arab leaders. “We have a real chance for Greatness in the Middle East. All are on board for something special, first time ever. We…
It is very much a rivalry when India, as the best T20I side in the world, found itself under pressure chasing a paltry 148. NOT a rivalry? Well, still very much a rivalry. It is very much a rivalry when the Dubai International Cricket Stadium is filled to capacity to witness its spectacular nature. It is very much a rivalry when Indian faces on the ground, in the stands and in the dressing rooms fall in disappointment when a Pakistan player hits a six or takes a wicket. It is very much a rivalry when Gautam Gambhir, who went on…
Columnist Shama Junejo has claimed that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif included her in Pakistan’s United Nations delegation as an adviser, while urging the premier to take notice of Defence Minister Khawaja Asif’s remarks questioning her presence at the world body. The controversy erupted on September 25 when Asif addressed a UN Security Council session on artificial intelligence. Photos from the event circulated on social media showed Junejo seated behind him, sparking criticism as old posts allegedly supportive of Israel resurfaced. Clarifying the matter, Asif told reporters that he had spoken at the session on behalf of the prime minister and…
New York City Mayor Eric Adams speaks to members of the media outside the Grace Agard-Harewood Older Adult Club in the Brooklyn borough of New York City, U.S., Sept. 15, 2025. Jeenah Moon | ReutersNew York City Mayor Eric Adams announced Sunday that he is suspending his bid for re-election.His announcement could give a boost to former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the high-profile race against the Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani, but much depends on how many of Adams’ supporters will ultimately back him.President Donald Trump has suggested that Adams and Curtis Sliwa, the Republican nominee, should both drop out of…
Tilak Varma’s calm and composed half-century, backed by Kuldeep Yadav’s decisive four-wicket haul, powered India to a five-wicket victory over Pakistan in the ACC Men’s T20 Asia Cup 2025 final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. Chasing 147, India overcame a fiery start from Pakistan’s pacers to seal the title with two balls to spare. Tilak remained unbeaten on 69 off 53 deliveries, striking four sixes and three fours to guide the reigning world champions to a record-extending ninth Asia Cup crown. Opting to bat first, Pakistan looked set for a big total thanks to their openers. Sahibzada…
From Haris Rauf and Hussain Talat’s terrible performances to Jasprit Bumrah copying Indian planes being shot down, this match was a mess. The final of the Asia Cup ended Monday night much as Pakistani cricket fans expected — in a devastating failure. Despite being given ample reason not to expect a win, fans clung to their hope as the Pakistan cricket team did what it does best — play with heartstrings and keep you hooked till the last moment. There were a lot of standout moments from the match, from India’s lack of sportsmanship to Haris Rauf disappointing everyone. If you did…
Vice President JD Vance visits “Fox News Sunday” on January 11, 2025.Paul Morigi | Getty Images Entertainment | Getty ImagesVice President JD Vance on Sunday said he is optimistic about the future of TikTok in the U.S.”I feel very confident that we have successfully separated this company from TikTok global and actually made it so that we can control people’s data security,” he said on “Fox News Sunday.” “We can ensure that the algorithm is not being used as a propaganda tool by a foreign government.”The popular social media platform has long faced concerns about its data collection practices and…
Smoke rises as emergency personnel work at the scene of a shooting which took place at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, according to police, in Grand Blanc, Michigan, on Sept. 28, 2025.Rebecca Cook | ReutersA gunman opened fire inside a Mormon church in Michigan during Sunday services before apparently setting the building ablaze, killing at least one person and injuring nine before police shot him, authorities saidHundreds of people were inside The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc Township when a 40-year-old man rammed a pickup truck through the front door, then got…
PUBLISHED September 28, 2025 KARACHI: Two years into a brutal conflict that has reduced Gaza to rubble and killed tens of thousands, the state of Palestine is finally being recognised by a resounding number of countries — including some that armed Israel with the very weapons used in atrocities broadcast to a global audience. The recognition carries symbolic weight, but experts warn it offers little reprieve on the ground. For its part, Israel has made clear it has no intention of retreat. Settlement expansion in the occupied West Bank is accelerating, with open talk of annexation, while Gaza remains under…