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Scenic road journey from Gorakhpur in India to Kathmandu in Nepal through mountains and temples

Gorakhpur to Kathmandu Road Trip: A Cross-Border Journey Through Faith, Forests, and the Himalayas

From India’s spiritual heartland to Nepal’s mountain capital, here’s the complete 2026 guide to routes, border rules, safety, and must-see stops Why the Gorakhpur–Kathmandu Road Trip Is Trending in 2026 Cross-border road travel between India and Nepal is seeing renewed interest in 2026, driven by improved road connectivity, simplified border processes, and rising spiritual tourism. […]

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Satellite view of a large encampment near the Sudan-Ethiopia border amid regional tensions

Sudan War Spills Across Borders as Alleged RSF Training Site Emerges in Ethiopia

Satellite evidence and diplomatic sources point to covert cross-border military support, raising fears of a wider regional conflict in the Horn of Africa A Conflict That Refuses to Stay Contained Sudan’s devastating civil war, now entering its fourth year, is increasingly reshaping the political and security landscape of the Horn of Africa. What began as

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Illustration showing China and U.S. leaders with Venezuelan oil fields and military assets symbolizing geopolitics in Latin America

Why China Didn’t Shield Venezuela From U.S. Intervention

Beijing Reassesses Its Latin America Strategy as Washington Reasserts Power in the Western Hemisphere A Shock to the Global South The U.S. military intervention in Venezuela in early 2026 marked one of the most dramatic power moves in the Western Hemisphere in decades. The operation, which culminated in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and

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Celebrity-packed Super Bowl halftime performance with global pop stars on stage

Super Bowl Spotlight: Celebrities, Culture Wars, and the New Ad Economy Take Center Stage

From Bad Bunny’s polarizing halftime show to AI ad battles and celebrity endorsements, America’s biggest sports night becomes a mirror of its cultural divides When the Super Bowl Becomes a Cultural Barometer The Super Bowl has long been more than a championship football game. It is America’s most-watched annual media event—a stage where music, celebrity,

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Israeli military activity near Palestinian homes in the West Bank amid policy changes

Israel Advances New West Bank Measures as Global Pressure Mounts

Policy overhaul on land purchases and enforcement powers fuels diplomatic backlash and renews debate over the future of the two-state solution A Policy Shift with Regional Reverberations Israel’s latest cabinet-approved measures affecting governance and land policies in the occupied West Bank have ignited fresh controversy across the Middle East and beyond. The policy overhaul, which

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Ethiopian and Eritrean officials amid rising diplomatic tensions in the Horn of Africa

Tensions Rise on the Horn of Africa as Ethiopia Accuses Eritrea of Cross-Border Aggression

Addis Ababa warns of escalating security risks, alleges Eritrean military presence and support for armed groups, while calling for dialogue A Fragile Peace Under Strain Relations between Ethiopia and Eritrea—two nations whose modern history has been shaped by war, uneasy truces, and shifting alliances—have once again entered a dangerous phase. Ethiopian officials have accused neighboring

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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi addressing supporters after projected landslide election victory

Japan’s Ruling Coalition Heads for Commanding Election Victory as Takaichi Seeks Strong Mandate

Exit polls point to two-thirds majority for the governing bloc, reshaping Japan’s political landscape amid economic worries and regional security tensions A Turning Point in Japanese Politics Japan appears set for a decisive political shift as exit polls indicate a commanding victory for the governing coalition led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. The snap election,

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Opening ceremony of Milano–Cortina Winter Olympics with dual cauldrons lit in Milan and Cortina

Milano–Cortina Winter Games Open Amid Applause, Protests, and Calls for Unity

Italy’s grand Olympic opening blends culture and spectacle as geopolitical tensions ripple through the crowd A Spectacle Framed by a Fractured World The opening ceremony of the Milano–Cortina Winter Olympics was designed as a celebration of harmony—an artistic fusion of Italy’s urban dynamism and alpine heritage. Held across Milan’s iconic San Siro stadium and the

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Customers viewing gold jewellery in a Hong Kong store as central bank gold buying continues

China’s Central Bank Deepens Gold Accumulation as Global Markets Turn Volatile

PBOC extends its bullion buying streak into a 15th straight month, underscoring Beijing’s push to diversify reserves amid currency and geopolitical risks Why China Is Stockpiling Gold Again China’s central bank has quietly but steadily built one of the world’s most significant gold accumulation programs over the past two years. The People’s Bank of China

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Mumbai skyline representing India’s growing insurance market attracting foreign insurers

South Korean Insurers Eye India as Market Liberalization Unlocks New Growth

Samsung Fire & Marine, Hyundai Marine & Fire, and Mirae Asset explore entry routes into India’s $130 billion insurance sector amid regulatory reforms India’s Insurance Market Draws New Global Interest India’s insurance sector is undergoing a pivotal transformation. Long constrained by foreign ownership limits and regulatory bottlenecks, the market has recently opened up to full

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