Hadi Matar, a 27-year-old from New Jersey, has been found guilty of attempted murder and assault for the stabbing attack on British-Indian author Salman Rushdie. The verdict was delivered by a jury in Chautauqua County Court, New York, after a two-week trial.

Kash Patel was sworn in as the FBI director and he called the opportunity to lead the nation's premier federal law enforcement agency the "greatest honour" of his life.

Fergana, Uzbekistan – February 18, 2025 – In a landmark move set to redefine medical education in Central Asia, Thumbay Group, a diversified international business conglomerate headquartered in the UAE, has announced the launch of the Thumbay Fergana College of Medical Sciences (TFCOMS) in collaboration with the esteemed Fergana Medical Institute of Public Health (FMIPH). This strategic partnership aims to deliver world-class medical education, leveraging the strengths of both institutions.

New FBI director Kash Patel has vowed to "rebuild" trust in the bureau as he becomes the first Indian-American to lead the country’s premier law enforcement agency after being confirmed by the US Senate.

U.S. President Donald Trump has intensified his criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, calling him a "dictator" in a post on Truth Social. The statement marks a significant shift in U.S. policy, as Trump has begun talks with Moscow while questioning Zelensky’s leadership.

At least two people are dead after a midair collision involving two small planes in southern Arizona, authorities said Wednesday.

Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni visited Pope Francis for 20 minutes in the hospital on Wednesday and reported he was "alert and responsive" and full of good humour, despite his diagnosis of pneumonia and a complicated bronchial infection that has sidelined the 88-year-old pontiff for six days.

Panama is detaining in a hotel nearly 300 people from various countries deported under US President Donald Trump, not allowing them to leave while waiting for international authorities to organise a return to their countries.