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Sri Lanka's ex-president Mahinda Rajapaksa admitted to hospital for urgent medical care
Oct 16, 2026

Sri Lanka's ex-president Mahinda Rajapaksa admitted to hospital for urgent medical care

The 80-year-old leader was admitted to hospital in the morning, Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) has said.


Oct 16, 2026

Japan defense chief vows to boost monitoring after sailing of China carrier

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said enhancing the country's defense posture in the Pacific is an "urgent" task, including


Joni Mitchell US Citizenship: Music icon finally becomes American; can now vote
Oct 16, 2026

Joni Mitchell US Citizenship: Music icon finally becomes American; can now vote

At 82, Joni Mitchell, the iconic Canadian singer-songwriter, has officially become a United States citizen. She shared her joyous moment of naturalization via social media, reminiscing about her journey since moving to the US in 1965. This milestone not only recognizes her profound impact on American music but also grants her the privilege of voting in US elections, solidifying her bond with the country she has long called home.


Trump's new press secretary says China lacked 'proper' toilets
Oct 16, 2026

Trump's new press secretary says China lacked 'proper' toilets

"I remember this very distinctly, having just come from China, thinking, 'How is China the next country on the horizon? They don't even have proper toilets'," said White House press secretary Katie Zacharia.


SIA flight returns to San Francisco almost 9 hours after departure over 'unruly' passenger
Oct 16, 2026

SIA flight returns to San Francisco almost 9 hours after departure over 'unruly' passenger

The passenger on board flight SQ31 "became unruly and injured himself in the process", a Singapore Airlines spokesperson said.



Oct 16, 2026

What to know about Starshield, SpaceX's military-focused Starlink service

Elon Musk distinguished Starshield from Starlink, which he said could not be used for offensive military operations.



Canada at risk? Mark Carney warns as Alberta separation vote nears
Oct 16, 2026

Canada at risk? Mark Carney warns as Alberta separation vote nears

Canada at risk? Mark Carney warns as Alberta separation vote nears Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Thursday issued a warning that the country’s unity is at the risk as the United States is trying to break Canada so it could “own” the country. Speaking at a pro-Canada...


CJP Tiranga march in Delhi today: Check traffic curbs, what's closed, security measures & more in Connaught Place
Oct 16, 2026

CJP Tiranga march in Delhi today: Check traffic curbs, what's closed, security measures & more in Connaught Place

Delhi Police said the CJP Tiranga march had not been granted permission, citing prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the BNSS that ban mass gatherings in the area.


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