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Joe Root says he returns as England Test captain a more experienced and energised leader after stepping down in 2022reports London Daily News Desk Joe Root says he is returning to the England Test captaincy with renewed energy, greater experience and a clearer understanding of the demands of leadership, as he prepares to begin a second spell in charge following Ben Stokes retirement. Root, who resigned as England Test captain in 2022 after leading the side for five years, will take charge again

Protesters gathered outside the Pakistan Embassy in Washington, raising concerns over the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).reports Asian Lite News Desk A demonstration was held outside the Embassy of Pakistan in Washington on Thursday, with protesters voicing concern over the worsening humanitarian situation in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and calling for accountability over reports of deaths, injuries and alleged use of force during ongoing unrest in th

The White House has renewed claims that COVID-19 most likely originated from a laboratory incident, accusing former US health adviser Dr Anthony Fauci of promoting a natural-origin narrativereports Asian Lite News Desk The White House has reignited debate over the origins of COVID-19, accusing former US Chief Medical Adviser Dr Anthony Fauci of promoting a narrative that the virus emerged naturally while asserting that a laboratory-related incident is the most likely source of the pandemic. The

The developments came as the US military accused the IRGC of threatening commercial vessels and attempting to control navigation through the strategic waterway.reports Asian Lite News Desk Irans Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed that two oil tankers attempting to leave an unsafe route south of the Strait of Hormuz turned back after a fire broke out on one of the vessels, as tensions with the United States over navigation through the strategic waterway continued to escalate. In a s

India has criticised the continued delay in reforming the UN Security Council, accusing a small group of countries of holding the process hostage through procedural tacticsreports Asian Lite News Desk India has criticised the continued deadlock over reform of the United Nations Security Council, accusing a small group of countries of blocking progress and holding the reform process hostage through procedural manoeuvres. The remarks came after the UN General Assembly on Tuesday voted by consensus

The United States and Saudi Arabia launched joint airstrikes on Iran-aligned targets in eastern Iraq after a wave of drone attacks on American troops and Saudi energy facilitiesreports Asian Lite News Desk The United States and Saudi Arabia carried out joint precision airstrikes against Iran-aligned groups in eastern Iraq on Tuesday after more than 30 drone attacks targeted American troops and Saudi energy infrastructure, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said. According to CENTCOM, US and Saudi

Teenage opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi starred with a blistering 81 before the bowlers sealed Indias third successive win in the format.reports Asian Lite News Desk India completed a comprehensive 3-0 sweep of the T20I series against Zimbabwe with a 35-run victory in the third and final match at the Harare Sports Club on Sunday. Defending 193, India restricted Zimbabwe to 157/7 in 20 overs to hand captain Shreyas Iyer his first T20I series win since taking charge of the side last month. Zimbabwes c

A new Climate Impact Lab report warns climate change could cause 430,000 additional deaths a year by 2050, with the worst impact on poorer nations lacking electricity for coolingreports Asian Lite News Desk Climate change could lead to around 430,000 additional deaths every year by 2050, with poorer countries expected to suffer disproportionately because they lack the electricity needed to power life-saving cooling systems, according to a new report released by the Climate Impact Lab on Monday.

The US and UK are planning a high-level meeting in London next week to discuss an international coalition aimed at protecting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz..reports London Daily News Desk The United States and the United Kingdom are planning a high-level meeting in London next week to discuss the formation of an international coalition to safeguard commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, as Western allies seek to prevent further disruptions in one of the worlds most criti

The European Commission has fined Google a combined 890 million ($1 billion) for breaching the Digital Markets Act by favouring its own services and restricting app developersreports Asian Lite News Desk The European Commission on Thursday fined Google a combined 890 million ($1 billion) for breaching the European Unions Digital Markets Act (DMA), accusing the technology company of giving preferential treatment to its own services in search results and restricting competition through its Google

Iran claims missile and drone attacks on US military assets in Jordan and Kuwait as Washington continues strikes against Tehran amid rising Middle East tensions, reports Arab Daily News Desk Irans Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed responsibility for missile and drone attacks targeting US military assets in Jordan and Kuwait, describing the strikes as retaliation for American actions against Tehran. In statements carried by its official news outlet Sepah News on Monday, the IRG

England crushed India by 125 runs in the third T20I at Trent Bridge to move within one win of the seriesreports London Daily News Desk England produced a dominant all-round performance to thrash India by 125 runs in the third T20 International at Trent Bridge on Wednesday, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in the five-match series after the opening match was washed out. The emphatic victory leaves England needing just one win from the remaining two matches to clinch the series, while India must win b

With extra time looming, Argentina found the winner in the third minute of stoppage time.reports Asian Lite News Desk Lionel Messi produced another memorable World Cup performance as defending champions Argentina came from two goals down to defeat Egypt 3-2 in a dramatic Round of 16 clash and book their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals. Messi scored one goal and set up another before Enzo Fernandez struck a stoppage-time winner to complete a remarkable comeback that kept Argentina

Switzerland entered the contest with a major setback after breakout star Johan Manzambi was ruled out with a knee injury.reports Asian Lite news Desk Switzerland reached the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 1954 after defeating Colombia 4-3 in a penalty shootout following a hard-fought goalless draw. Ruben Vargas converted the decisive penalty to seal a historic victory for the Swiss, who will now face Argentina in the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2026. I did

US President Donald Trump said the United States was paying billions of dollars too much for Europes security and would press NATO allies on burden sharing during the alliances summit.reports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said the United States was paying billions of dollars too much for Europes security, signalling that burden sharing would be a key issue during discussions with NATO allies at the alliances summit. Speaking alongside NATO Secretary General Mark Rut

Americas goods trade deficit with India stood at $4.1 billion in May as the overall US trade gap widened sharply on weaker exports and higher imports.reports Asian Lite News Desk The United States recorded a goods trade deficit of $4.1 billion with India in May, according to official data released on Tuesday, as the countrys overall trade deficit widened sharply amid falling exports and rising imports. The latest figures from the US Census Bureau and the Bureau of Economic Analysis showed that t

Small Drops unveils education framework urging stronger collaboration between schools, communities and institutions to tackle inequality, safeguard children and build resilient futuresreports Dhiren Katwa A volunteer-led charity has submitted a wide-ranging education policy framework to the Department for Education, arguing that schools cannot improve outcomes for children without addressing the wider social and institutional pressures that shape their lives. The submission came duringVoice for

US President Donald Trump has indicated that Washington is prepared to reconsider the sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey, describing bilateral ties as stronger than ever.reports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump has signalled that his administration is prepared to reconsider the sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey, saying the proposal is certainly something we will consider as he described relations between Washington and Ankara as being at their strongest. Speaking alongside Turki

US authorities plan to seek the extradition of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi from India to face federal racketeering charges linked to an alleged transnational criminal enterprisereports Asian Lite News Desk The United States plans to seek the extradition of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi from India to face sweeping federal racketeering charges, with investigators saying the move is intended to dismantle an alleged transnational criminal network that has continued operating despite its leader being in pr

The victory extended Belgiums impressive unbeaten run under head coach Rudi Garcia.reports Asian Lite News Desk Charles De Ketelaere starred with a first-half brace as Belgium defeated co-hosts USA 4-1 at Seattle Stadium to book their place in the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals, where they will face Spain. Hans Vanaken added his first-ever World Cup goal before substitute Romelu Lukaku sealed the emphatic victory with a stoppage-time strike, ending the United States campaign and making them the l

The defeat marked the end of Ronaldos World Cup journey. The 41-year-old had confirmed before the tournament that it would be his final appearance on footballs biggest stage.reports Asian Lite News Desk Mikel Merino struck deep into extra time to hand Spain a dramatic 1-0 victory over Portugal and secure a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals, bringing Cristiano Ronaldos illustrious World Cup career to an end. Merinos decisive goal at Dallas Stadium settled a tense last-16 contest tha

After five decades of development, the highway continues to inspire travellers with its combination of history, adventure and scenic beauty, making it a remarkable route through one of Chinas most captivating regions Fifty years after opening to traffic, the Yunnan-Xizang Highway remains one of Chinas most breathtaking travel routes, taking visitors through dramatic mountain landscapes, historic towns and culturally rich regions of the countrys southwest. Completed on July 6, 1976, the 715-kilom

The study found that exercise can help restore this balance. Physical activity activates proteins that reduce DEAF1 levels, allowing ageing muscles to improve their ability to remove damaged proteins, rebuild effectively and maintain strength Exercise may hold the key to slowing age-related muscle decline, with scientists identifying a molecular switch that helps ageing muscles repair damage and maintain strength. A new study by researchers at Duke-NUS Medical School, in collaboration with Singa

US President links expected visit to plans for a new White House ballroom designed to host major state events.reports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump on Monday said Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to visit Washington toward the end of September, while highlighting plans to construct a new state ballroom at the White House to host larger gatherings for visiting world leaders. Speaking during a luncheon in the White House Rose Garden, Trump said Xis proposed visit underscor

Guterres warns rapid advances in artificial intelligence demand stronger international governance.reports Asian Lite News Desk Warning that artificial intelligence is advancing at an unprecedented pace, UN Secretary-GeneralAntnio Guterreson Monday called for urgent international cooperation to ensure humanity remains in control of the technology rather than being shaped by it. Addressing the opening of the Global Dialogue on AI Governance in Geneva, Guterres posed what he described as a defining

Member states remain divided over military spending, Iran and Europes security role.reports Asian Lite News Desk The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) heads into its summit in Ankara this week amid growing internal divisions over defence spending, strategic priorities and the alliances long-term direction, even as leaders seek to present a united front. The two-day summit, beginning Tuesday, comes against the backdrop of differing responses to the recent US military strikes on Iran, cont

Thailand has begun issuing official identity cards to refugees from Myanmar living in temporary shelters along its border, marking a significant change in the countrys approach to one of the worlds longest-running displacement crisesreports Asian Lite News Desk Thailand has begun issuing official identity cards to refugees living in temporary shelters along the Thai-Myanmar border, in a move described by UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, as a historic step towards greater protection, inclusion and s

Global forced displacement has fallen for the first time in a decade, driven by record numbers of refugees and internally displaced people returning home during 2025reports Asian Lite News Desk The number of people forcibly displaced worldwide has fallen for the first time in a decade, according to the latest figures released by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), although fresh conflicts continue to create new humanitarian emergencies. The UNHCR reported that at least 117

Defender Alistair Johnston said the players could take pride in what they had accomplished despite the disappointment of their exit.reports Asian Lite News Desk Co-hosts Canada national football team saw their FIFA World Cup campaign come to an end with a 3-0 defeat to Morocco national football team in the Round of 16, but the team left the tournament having achieved several historic milestones for Canadian football. Canadas run included the nations first-ever point at a FIFA World Cup and its f

The goal was Mbapps seventh of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, drawing him level with Lionel Messi in the race for the Golden Bootreports Asian Lite News Kylian Mbapp converted a second-half penalty as two-time champions France national football team edged past Paraguay national football team 1-0 to book a place in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, where they will face Morocco national football team. Mbapps 69th-minute spot-kick settled a hard-fought Round of 16 contest after Paraguay frustrated France