Vienna: Europe’s Enduring Spy Capital
Egisto Ott is no James Bond. But the stories the 63-year-old Austrian told a Viennese jury recently would make good plotlines. Ott worked as an intelligence officer in Austria’s now-defunct Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution and Counterterrorism. He was also moonlighting for the Russians. Prosecutors say Ott, who was sentenced to four
Autopsy of Pax Americana
While Washington’s war with Iran drags on, month after month, without any end in sight, the world is witnessing the very real limits of US global power. As President Donald Trump lurches repeatedly from threats of devastation to promises of peace, it’s becoming increasingly clear that US military might is no longer capable of subduing even a mid-sized power
When Pax Americana Fades: The Decline of U.S. Power
While Washington’s war with Iran drags on, month after month, without any end in sight, the world is witnessing the very real limits of US global power. As President Donald Trump lurches repeatedly from threats of devastation to promises of peace, it’s becoming increasingly clear that US military might is no longer capable of subduing even a mid-sized power
Senate Blocks Extension of Warrantless Spying
Image: Electronic Frontier Foundation Privacy advocates celebrated Friday after a Republican-led effort to extend warrantless spying powers failed to advance in the US Senate in the early hours of the morning, with seven GOP lawmakers joining every Democrat except Sen. John Fetterman in opposition. The failed vote was another stumble for supporters of renewing Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), which
Kyrgyzstan’s UN Win and Eurasia’s Quiet Ascendancy
Kyrgyzstan representatives cheer after winning vote to become a rotational UN Security Council member. Image: X Screengrab On Wednesday (June 3), Kyrgyzstan secured an upset victory over the Philippines to win a seat on the United Nations Security Council for the 2027-2028 term. After taking a surprising 105-85 lead in the first ballot, the Central
India Mourns Former Yemen President Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi
New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): India has offered its profound condolences following the passing of former Yemen President Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi, affirming that the departed leader will always be remembered as a "friend of India" for his role in bolstering bilateral relations between the two countries. Sripriya Ranganathan, Secretary at the Overseas Indian Affairs
Kriti Sanon’s Dark-Romance Nensi Dojaka Look at Cocktail 2
When it comes to making a fashion statement, Kriti Sanon rarely misses the mark. The actress recently grabbed everyone’s attention with her breathtaking appearance at the Cocktail 2 Trailer Launch, where she embraced the dark romance trend in a stunning designer ensemble by Nensi Dojaka. The look instantly became a talking point among fashion enthusiasts
Pentagon Bars Reporters From Public Affairs Office
Hegseth’s aides previously banned photographers because he didn’t like how he looked. Photo illustration: Thomas Levinson / The Daily Beast The Trump administration’s “attempts to silence objective journalism just hit a new low,” said one press freedom advocate late Monday after the Pentagon announced that the US Department of Defense would mark its press office as a classified area, banning journalists
Bahrain Sounds Sirens, Urges Residents to Shelter
Manama [Bahrain], June 3 (ANI): The Bahraini Ministry of Interior announced on Wednesday that emergency warning sirens had been activated across the country, advising the public to seek immediate shelter amidst unfolding regional developments. In a post on X, the ministry instructed the populace to maintain composure and prioritise safety protocols, telling people to "remain
Air India Express Adds Bengaluru–Phuket Nonstop Flights
For travel lovers in Bengaluru, there is exciting news on the horizon. Air India Express Launches Direct Flights To Phuket, offering passengers a convenient and time-saving way to reach one of Thailand’s most popular tourist destinations. The new service strengthens connectivity between India and Thailand and opens up more opportunities for leisure travelers, families, honeymooners