A 94-year-old Dallas resident has been mistakenly declared dead by the Social Security Administration multiple times, creating ongoing financial hardship for her and her family. The latest error, recorded in December 2025, marks the fourth time since 2017 that Helen Cvik has been incorrectly listed as deceased despite being alive. According to her family, the repeated Social Security error has disrupted critical benefit payments needed to cover assisted living expenses, insurance premiums an

As the Russia-Ukraine war entered its fourth year, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy issued a direct appeal to former US President Donald Trump, urging continued American backing for Kyiv in its ongoing fight against Moscow. The Ukrainian leader emphasized that sustained US support remains critical as the conflict with Russia shows no signs of resolution. In an interview ahead of the February 24 anniversary marking Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022, Zelenskyy stressed the strategi

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced a high-profile visit to India as part of a broader Indo-Pacific tour, in what officials describe as a significant step toward revitalizing bilateral relations that have faced strain in recent years. The visit, scheduled from February 26 to March 7, 2026, will also include stops in Australia and Japan, reflecting Ottawa’s strategic focus on strengthening partnerships across the Indo-Pacific region. Carney’s itinerary begins in Mum

​Israel’s Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, on Monday expressed enthusiasm ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit, describing it as a significant step forward in strengthening India-Israel relations. The visit, scheduled for February 25, is expected to accelerate cooperation across defence, technology, and economic sectors, reflecting the growing depth of the strategic partnership between the two nations. In a video message shared on social media, Azar said Israel was l

United States President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to global trade partners, threatening significantly higher tariffs for countries he claims have taken advantage of the American economy for years. The remarks come amid heightened uncertainty following a recent Supreme Court ruling that has reshaped the administration’s tariff authority and complicated ongoing trade negotiations. In a post on Truth Social, Trump cautioned that any nation attempting to “play games” in the w

India has issued a fresh advisory for its citizens residing in or travelling to Mexico following reports of ongoing clashes and heightened security operations in several regions of the country. The Indian Embassy in Mexico City released the alert on Sunday, urging Indian nationals to exercise extreme caution and limit their movement until the situation stabilizes. According to the advisory shared by the embassy, individuals currently in Jalisco state, including Puerto Vallarta, Chap

Ohio lawmakers are advancing a proposal that would allow residents to claim state income tax deductions for qualifying church donations, arguing the move would bring Ohio policy in line with federal tax law while strengthening faith-based services across local communities. House Bill 444, also known as the Tithing Protection Act, was introduced last fall by Republican Rep. Josh Williams of Sylvania Township and Democratic Rep. Dontavius Jarrells of Columbus. The measure received its first he

Russia temporarily suspended operations at all four of Moscow’s international airports on Sunday following a wave of Ukrainian drone attacks that triggered heightened air safety concerns, officials said. The restrictions were imposed in the afternoon after Russian air defence systems reported intercepting multiple unmanned aerial vehicles approaching the capital. The federal aviation agency Rosaviatsia announced that flight operations were limited at Domodedovo, Vnukovo, Zhukovsky

US Secret Service agents fatally shot an armed man who unlawfully entered the restricted perimeter surrounding President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida early Sunday morning, authorities confirmed. The incident prompted a swift response from both the Secret Service and the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, which assisted at the scene. According to officials, the individual, believed to be in his early 20s, approached the north gate of the West Palm Beach property c

The Government of India on Saturday said it is closely examining recent developments in the United States after the US Supreme Court struck down former President Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariffs. The Commerce Ministry stated that officials are assessing the implications of both the court ruling and subsequent announcements made by the US administration. In its first formal reaction, the ministry confirmed it had taken note of the Supreme Court’s judgment delivered on Frida

US President Donald Trump has said he is considering a limited military strike on Iran if ongoing negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear programme fail to result in a final agreement, raising fresh concerns about escalating tensions in the Middle East. The remarks followed a second round of high-level talks in Geneva that concluded without a comprehensive deal, despite what officials described as a technical breakthrough in certain areas of discussion. While negotiators appeared to narrow differen

World leaders and policymakers reacted quickly on Friday after the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that President Donald Trump exceeded his legal authority by imposing sweeping global tariffs, a decision that effectively blocks a key component of his trade policy agenda. The ruling has prompted governments and market observers worldwide to evaluate the potential consequences for international trade, economic stability, and future US trade relations. Speaking at a White House breakfa

​The Supreme Court on Friday invalidated a significant portion of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff program, ruling that the law used to justify many of the import duties does not grant the president authority to impose such measures unilaterally. The decision marks a major development in the ongoing debate over presidential powers and U.S. trade policy. In a 6–3 ruling, the court’s majority concluded that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), the statu

President Donald Trump on Thursday announced that the United States will contribute $10 billion to the newly formed Board of Peace, a central element of his 20-point plan aimed at stabilising and rebuilding Gaza. Speaking at the board’s inaugural meeting in Washington, Trump told representatives from nearly 50 countries that the United States intended to play a leading financial role in the initiative, though questions remain about how the funding will be sourced amid the administration’s

The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, has issued a stark warning about the narrowing window for diplomacy between the United States and Iran, emphasizing the urgent need for an agreement to prevent further military escalation. His remarks come as concerns grow over Iran’s enriched nuclear material, which he said remains largely intact despite US strikes on key facilities last year. Speaking in an interview with French broadcaster TF1, Grossi stressed tha