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What is in-flight turbulence, when does it become dangerous? Find out here

Most incidents of planes hitting bumpy air are minor, however, and airlines have made steady improvements to reduce accident rates from turbulence over time

What is in-flight turbulence, when does it become dangerous? Find out here
Updated On : 22 May 2024 | 11:31 AM IST

Hunter Biden seeks delay in federal tax trial set to begin in LA next month

He has pleaded not guilty to both indictments brought by Justice Department special counsel David Weiss, which he has claimed are politically motivated

Hunter Biden seeks delay in federal tax trial set to begin in LA next month
Updated On : 22 May 2024 | 11:05 AM IST

Vietnam's top security official Lam confirmed as new prez, replaces Trong

Vietnam's presidency is largely ceremonial, but his new role as head of state puts the 66-year-old in a very strong position to become the next Communist Party general secretary

Vietnam's top security official Lam confirmed as new prez, replaces Trong
Updated On : 22 May 2024 | 9:59 AM IST

Biden, Trump win Kentucky, Oregon primaries as nominating season ends

Even after they secured the nominations and their rivals dropped out, Biden and Trump have continued facing dissent from within their own parties

Biden, Trump win Kentucky, Oregon primaries as nominating season ends
Updated On : 22 May 2024 | 9:25 AM IST

Tornado devastates Iowa town, killing many as storms rip through Midwest

Multiple tornadoes were reported throughout the state, and one also apparently took down several 250-foot (76-meter) wind turbines in southwest Iowa

Tornado devastates Iowa town, killing many as storms rip through Midwest
Updated On : 22 May 2024 | 8:42 AM IST

Testimony concludes in Trump's hush money trial without him testifying

Trump, the first former American president to be tried criminally, did not answer questions about why he did not testify

Testimony concludes in Trump's hush money trial without him testifying
Updated On : 22 May 2024 | 8:04 AM IST

Will begin accepting contributions through cryptocurrency: Trump's campaign

The announcement promotes Trump's message that he is a crypto-friendly candidate, and also appeals to a core group of young male voters who are increasingly likely to dabble in digital assets

Will begin accepting contributions through cryptocurrency: Trump's campaign
Updated On : 22 May 2024 | 7:53 AM IST

Israel addressed many of Biden's concerns over Rafah operation: US official

Biden had previously said he opposed a widescale operation in Rafah that did not prioritize the safety of innocent Palestinian civilians

Israel addressed many of Biden's concerns over Rafah operation: US official
Updated On : 22 May 2024 | 7:41 AM IST

UN halts all food distribution in Rafah after running out of supplies

Pentagon press secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder told reporters in Washington that for the past few days, forward movement of aid from the pier was paused but it resumed Tuesday

UN halts all food distribution in Rafah after running out of supplies
Updated On : 22 May 2024 | 7:39 AM IST

Russia starts nuclear drills amid West's deepening role in Ukraine

It was the first time Russia has publicly announced drills involving tactical nuclear weapons

Russia starts nuclear drills amid West's deepening role in Ukraine
Updated On : 22 May 2024 | 7:18 AM IST

Victims of UK blood scandal to start receiving final compensation this year

Authorities made a first interim payment of 100,000 pounds in 2022 to each survivor and bereaved partner

Victims of UK blood scandal to start receiving final compensation this year
Updated On : 21 May 2024 | 9:41 PM IST

Houthi rebels claim they shot down another drone; US army denies claim

The Houthis have launched more than 50 attacks on shipping, seized one vessel and sunk another since November, according to the US Maritime Administration

Houthi rebels claim they shot down another drone; US army denies claim
Updated On : 21 May 2024 | 3:06 PM IST

Mourners begin funerals for Iran's prez, others killed in chopper crash

Prosecutors already have warned people over showing any public signs of celebrating his death and a heavy security force presence has been seen on the streets of Tehran since the crash

Mourners begin funerals for Iran's prez, others killed in chopper crash
Updated On : 21 May 2024 | 2:50 PM IST

Hong Kong will keep a watch for non-compliance with ban on protest song

In his weekly news briefing, Chief Executive John Lee said if the government found any instances of non-compliance, it would then notify the relevant internet platforms about the content

Hong Kong will keep a watch for non-compliance with ban on protest song
Updated On : 21 May 2024 | 11:26 AM IST

Nadal returns to Roland Garros to practice amid doubts over his fitness

The tournament begins on Sunday and it remains uncertain if Nadal will enter

Nadal returns to Roland Garros to practice amid doubts over his fitness
Updated On : 21 May 2024 | 11:09 AM IST

Witness who angered judge in Trump's hush money trial will return to stand

Trump's lawyers are hoping Robert Costello's testimony will help undermine the credibility of a key prosecution witness, Trump fixer-turned-foe Michael Cohen

Witness who angered judge in Trump's hush money trial will return to stand
Updated On : 21 May 2024 | 10:44 AM IST

New Caledonia unrest: Oz, New Zealand send planes to evacuate nationals

The Department of Foreign Affairs said 300 Australians were in New Caledonia

New Caledonia unrest: Oz, New Zealand send planes to evacuate nationals
Updated On : 21 May 2024 | 9:42 AM IST

Israeli, Hamas leaders join list of people accused by top war crimes court

The chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, announced arrest warrants Monday against two Israeli leaders including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and three Hamas leaders

Israeli, Hamas leaders join list of people accused by top war crimes court
Updated On : 21 May 2024 | 9:03 AM IST

UNSC rejects Russia-backed resolution on banning weapons in space

The US and its allies said the language that the 15-member council debated on Monday was simply meant to distract the world from Russia's true intention: weaponising space

UNSC rejects Russia-backed resolution on banning weapons in space
Updated On : 21 May 2024 | 7:59 AM IST

Satellite photos show Palestinians' exodus after Israel's evacuation orders

The photos taken three days apart first on May 5 and then on May 8 show the change on the ground after Israel issued its first evacuation order for the city on May 6

Satellite photos show Palestinians' exodus after Israel's evacuation orders
Updated On : 21 May 2024 | 7:52 AM IST