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]At least 19 killed, over a dozen injured in car bomb explosion in Syria
Published on Feb 03, 2025 04:25 PM IST
The car detonated next to a vehicle carrying mostly female agricultural workers on the outskirts of the city of Manbij in Syria.
![Monday's explosion was the seventh car bomb blast in Manbij in just over a month, said Munir Mustafa, the deputy director of civil defense.(AFP) Monday's explosion was the seventh car bomb blast in Manbij in just over a month, said Munir Mustafa, the deputy director of civil defense.(AFP)](jpg/turkey-earthquake-construction-anniversary-12_1738579695363_1738579767391.jpg)
AP |
Will Musk-Trump's plan to dismantle USAID put people across world ‘at risk’?
As Elon Musk has revealed the plans to eliminate the US foreign aid organisation USAID, here's how this move will impact the people across the world.
![Musk even accused the USAID of being a “criminal organization”, while Trump claimed that it was “run by radical lunatics”.(AFP) Musk even accused the USAID of being a “criminal organization”, while Trump claimed that it was “run by radical lunatics”.(AFP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/FILES-US-POLITICS-APPOINTMENT-EFFICIENCY-0_1731562163949_1738578891411.jpg)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 04:08 PM IST
Moscow bombing targets pro-Russian leader; 1 killed, 4 injured
A bomb exploded in a luxury Moscow apartment lobby, killing one and injuring four
![Targeting a pro-Russian paramilitary leader from eastern Ukraine, a bomb exploded in the foyer of a posh apartment tower in Moscow on Monday, killing at least one person and wounding four others, according to the state news agency TASS.(AP) Targeting a pro-Russian paramilitary leader from eastern Ukraine, a bomb exploded in the foyer of a posh apartment tower in Moscow on Monday, killing at least one person and wounding four others, according to the state news agency TASS.(AP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/moscow_1738576446549_1738576453648.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 03:52 PM IST
Reuters |
Hong Kong's economic growth slows to 2.5% in 2024
Hong Kong's economic growth slows to 2.5% in 2024
![Hong Kong's economic growth slows to 2.5% in 2024 Hong Kong's economic growth slows to 2.5% in 2024](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/12/18/148x111/World_4_1734523380663_1734523416539.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 03:25 PM IST
AFP |
Pope Francis decries deaths of children in global conflicts
POPE-CHILDREN/SUMMIT (PIX, T
![Pope Francis decries deaths of children in global conflicts Pope Francis decries deaths of children in global conflicts](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/12/18/148x111/World_2_1734523138451_1734523182285.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 03:21 PM IST
Reuters |
Greece: Emergency crews deployed in Santorini following 200 undersea earthquakes
Schools closed and emergency crews deployed in Santorini due to increased seismic activity. Over 200 undersea quakes were recorded.
![On Monday, a surge in seismic activity stoked fears of a potentially strong earthquake, prompting the closure of schools and the deployment of emergency personnel on the volcanic Greek island of Santorini(REUTERS/Alkis Konstantinidis) On Monday, a surge in seismic activity stoked fears of a potentially strong earthquake, prompting the closure of schools and the deployment of emergency personnel on the volcanic Greek island of Santorini(REUTERS/Alkis Konstantinidis)](jpg/148x111.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 01:56 PM IST
PTI |
Prince Harry may be ‘keen to’ visit UK after olive branch from THIS royal
Prince Harry will be keen to visit the UK following a possible olive branch from a member of the royal family, a royal commentator has suggested.
![Prince Harry may be ‘keen to’ visit UK after olive branch from THIS royal (Photo by Daniel LEAL / AFP)(AFP) Prince Harry may be ‘keen to’ visit UK after olive branch from THIS royal (Photo by Daniel LEAL / AFP)(AFP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/FILES-BRITAIN-COURT-ROYALS-MEDIA-0_1738570778548_1738570801043.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 01:52 PM IST
Mass shootings horrify the Balkans. But illegal guns still thrive
MONTENEGRO-SHOOTING/ARMS (TV, PIX):Mass shootings horrify the Balkans. But illegal guns still thrive
![Mass shootings horrify the Balkans. But illegal guns still thrive Mass shootings horrify the Balkans. But illegal guns still thrive](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/12/18/148x111/World_6_1734523280691_1734523300026.jpg)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 01:31 PM IST
Reuters |
‘It’s on fire, please get us out': Passengers scream as plane catches fire
During takeoff, a United Airlines plane's engine caught fire, causing panic and an emergency evacuation of all passengers and crew.
![Orange flames were seen on the wing and passengers pointed to the fire and shouted in panic at the crew.(X/@rawsalerts) Orange flames were seen on the wing and passengers pointed to the fire and shouted in panic at the crew.(X/@rawsalerts)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/plane_1738568047143_1738568056730.png)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 01:09 PM IST
Kanye West issues apology after sharing sexualised post about Kamala Harris
Kanye West apologised to Kamala Harris' “kids” after sharing a sexualised post about the former vice president on X.
![Kanye West issues apology after sharing sexualised post about Kamala Harris (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, REUTERS/Fred Greaves) Kanye West issues apology after sharing sexualised post about Kamala Harris (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, REUTERS/Fred Greaves)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/Untitled_1738567691372_1738567691722.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 01:02 PM IST
NYT Connections Today: See hints and answers for February 3, 2025
Get hints and answers for New York Times's 'Connections' for today -February 3, 2025
![Today’s challenge is as interesting as it gets. Are you ready to play? (New York Times) Today’s challenge is as interesting as it gets. Are you ready to play? (New York Times)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/NYT_1703824738379_1738566657979.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 12:45 PM IST
Donald Trump says whoever is against tariffs is being ‘controlled by China'
Donald Trump has said that whoever is against tariffs is against them because they are “controlled by China, or other foreign or domestic companies.”
![Donald Trump says whoever is against tariffs is being ‘controlled by China' (AP Photo/Ben Curtis)(AP) Donald Trump says whoever is against tariffs is being ‘controlled by China' (AP Photo/Ben Curtis)(AP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/Trump-14_1738565504008_1738565516640.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 12:23 PM IST
Argentina wildfire: One dead, 800 evacuated in El Bolson
A man died and over 800 were evacuated due to forest fires in El Bolson, Argentina, which have destroyed around 3,000 hectares
![A firefighter stands amid wildfire in El Bolson, in the Patagonian province of Rio Negro, Argentina(REUTERS/Marcelo Martinez) A firefighter stands amid wildfire in El Bolson, in the Patagonian province of Rio Negro, Argentina(REUTERS/Marcelo Martinez)](jpg/148x111.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 12:14 PM IST
AFP |
Trump tells US tariffs on Mexico, Canada, China may cause ‘short term’ pain
President Trump acknowledges potential short-term pain from tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China, aiming to curb immigration and drug trafficking
![Global markets expressed fears that President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico might impede economy and rekindle inflation, causing Global markets expressed fears that President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico might impede economy and rekindle inflation, causing](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/TRUMP-WH-ARRIVE-1_1738563381335_1738563394220.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 12:13 PM IST
Reuters |
Trump accuses Dems of ‘purposefully delaying’ his nominees, ‘It is disgraceful!'
Donald Trump raged about his grievances surrounding the nomination process for his administration picks.
![Donald Trump accuses Democrats of ‘purposefully delaying’ his nominees (AP Photo/Ben Curtis)(AP) Donald Trump accuses Democrats of ‘purposefully delaying’ his nominees (AP Photo/Ben Curtis)(AP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/Trump-7_1738564351317_1738564366972.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 12:04 PM IST
Rebecca Lobach's pal pays tribute to ‘brilliant and fearless’ Black Hawk pilot
Army vet and USA Today reporter Davis Winkie called Rebecca Lobach “a talented pilot,” adding that they "bonded over being the new kids on the block.”.
![Rebecca Lobach's friend pays tribute to ‘brilliant and fearless’ Black Hawk pilot (@davis_winkie/X) Rebecca Lobach's friend pays tribute to ‘brilliant and fearless’ Black Hawk pilot (@davis_winkie/X)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/GivA-oaWQAAZp7p_1738561863634_1738561868198.jpg)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 11:30 AM IST
Trump's tariffs: What is a trade war? How does it affect countries involved?
A trade war uses economic means to lodge a protest against a country or at times protect your country's domestic goods from foreign competition.
![US President Donald Trump has levied tariffs on China, Mexico and Canada(Al Drago/Bloomberg) US President Donald Trump has levied tariffs on China, Mexico and Canada(Al Drago/Bloomberg)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/TRUMP-WH-ARRIVE-2_1738559325582_1738559335918.jpg)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 12:39 PM IST
Trump's aid freeze shocks a Syria camp holding families linked to the Islamic State group
Trump's aid freeze shocks a Syria camp holding families linked to the Islamic State group
![Trump's aid freeze shocks a Syria camp holding families linked to the Islamic State group Trump's aid freeze shocks a Syria camp holding families linked to the Islamic State group](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/12/18/148x111/World_6_1734523280691_1734523300026.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 11:00 AM IST
AP |
Woman pays ₹1.7 lakh rent for tiny New York apartment with sink-toilet combo
A New York woman shared a viral video of her bizarre sink-toilet combo bathroom, paying ₹1.7 lakh rent for the cramped apartment.
![A New York woman went viral after sharing a video of her bizarre sink-toilet combo bathroom.(Instagram/bananabonani) A New York woman went viral after sharing a video of her bizarre sink-toilet combo bathroom.(Instagram/bananabonani)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/BeFunky-collagesssssssaassssssssssssssss_1738559757203_1738559763327.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 10:50 AM IST
USAID officials at loggerheads with Musk's DOGE over access, sent on leave
The security officials contended that the DOGE staff lacked the clearances required to see the information, making them legally obligated to deny access.
![FILE PHOTO: Elon Musk speaks with Donald Trump at a viewing of the launch of the sixth test flight of the SpaceX Starship rocket in Brownsville, Texas.(REUTERS) FILE PHOTO: Elon Musk speaks with Donald Trump at a viewing of the launch of the sixth test flight of the SpaceX Starship rocket in Brownsville, Texas.(REUTERS)](jpg/148x111.jpg)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 11:48 AM IST
Man critically injured after airplane and tug vehicle collide at Chicago airport
The wing of an American Airlines plane — American Eagle Flight 6181 — struck the tug vehicle while it was making its way across the runway.
![United employee critically injured after American Airlines airplane and tug vehicle collide at Chicago's O'Hare airport (Pixabay - representational image) United employee critically injured after American Airlines airplane and tug vehicle collide at Chicago's O'Hare airport (Pixabay - representational image)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/Chicago_OHare_International_Airport_1738559697192_1738559697488.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 10:47 AM IST
EU leaders to huddle on defence against Russia and handling Trump
EU-SUMMIT/ (PIX):EU leaders to huddle on defence against Russia and handling Trump
![EU leaders to huddle on defence against Russia and handling Trump EU leaders to huddle on defence against Russia and handling Trump](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/12/18/148x111/World_2_1734523138451_1734523182285.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 10:31 AM IST
Reuters |
2025 Grammys: Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars pay tribute to Los Angeles wildfire victims
Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars performed a tribute to Los Angeles. Their performance was dedicated to those affected by the recent wildfires in Southern California.
![Lady Gaga, left, and Bruno Mars accept the award for best pop duo/group performance for Lady Gaga, left, and Bruno Mars accept the award for best pop duo/group performance for](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/67th-Annual-Grammy-Awards---Show-219_1738555137789_1738555151052.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 09:49 AM IST
ANI | | Posted by Aditi Srivastava
Rishi Sunak shares joyful moment playing tennis ball cricket during Mumbai visit
Rishi Sunak visited Mumbai, joined a tennis ball cricket game at Parsee Gymkhana.
![Rishi Sunak visited Mumbai and took part in a tennis ball cricket match at Parsee Gymkhana.
(X/@RishiSunak) Rishi Sunak visited Mumbai and took part in a tennis ball cricket match at Parsee Gymkhana.
(X/@RishiSunak)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/GixSSy6WMAAQFwf_1738556132339_1738556137794.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 09:47 AM IST
‘Criminal organisation, run by radical lunatics': Musk, Trump on USAID
Elon Musk labels USAID a 'criminal organization' as Trump considers its future amid criticism of wasteful spending.
![Elon Musk with US President Donald Trump(AP/File) Elon Musk with US President Donald Trump(AP/File)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/TRUMP_MUSK_USAID_1738555107044_1738555107306.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 09:34 AM IST
AFP |
Who is Arnoldo Jimenez? One of FBI’s 10 Most Wanted arrested after 12 years
Arnoldo Jimenez of Illinois, accused of killing his wife just hours after their wedding in 2012, was arrested in Mexico after more than 12 years on the run.
![Arnoldo Jimenez, one of the FBI’s 10 Most Wanted, arrested after 12 years (FBI) Arnoldo Jimenez, one of the FBI’s 10 Most Wanted, arrested after 12 years (FBI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/Untitled_1738554596351_1738554596570.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 09:23 AM IST
Fire at oil refinery, flights suspended in Russia after Ukraine drone attack
Ukraine's overnight drone attack targeted fuel and energy facilities in Russia, sparking a fire in the Astrakhan region
![Representative image: Russia's aviation watchdog Rosaviatsia said that it was suspending flights from the airports (AFP) Representative image: Russia's aviation watchdog Rosaviatsia said that it was suspending flights from the airports (AFP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/UKRAINE-RUSSIA-CONFLICT-0_1738554361654_1738554388996.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 09:21 AM IST
Reuters |
Happiness in poorer countries does not follow typical U-shaped curve − people are often happiest in middle age
Happiness in poorer countries does not follow typical U-shaped curve − people are often happiest in middle age
![Happiness in poorer countries does not follow typical U-shaped curve − people are often happiest in middle age Happiness in poorer countries does not follow typical U-shaped curve − people are often happiest in middle age](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/12/18/148x111/World_4_1734523380663_1734523416539.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 08:49 AM IST
PTI |
Trump tariff row: Alcohol, dairy among products in Canada's retaliatory move
The list includes goods produced in the US such as alcohol, household appliances, tools, firearms, dairy products, fruits, vegetables, clothing, and more.
![Canada's PM Justin Trudeau has said that they will impose retaliatory tariffs on the US(REUTERS) Canada's PM Justin Trudeau has said that they will impose retaliatory tariffs on the US(REUTERS)](jpg/148x111.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 08:09 AM IST
‘Nonsensical’: North Korea slams US over ‘rogue state’ remark
The statement came in response to Marco Rubio’s branding of North Korea as a “rogue” state in a media interview.
![FILE - In this June 30, 2019 file photo, President Donald Trump meets with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un at the border village of Panmunjom in the Demilitarized Zone, South Korea.(AP) FILE - In this June 30, 2019 file photo, President Donald Trump meets with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un at the border village of Panmunjom in the Demilitarized Zone, South Korea.(AP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/North-Korea-Nuclear-Arsenal-0_1738548636727_1738548661575.jpg)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 10:17 AM IST