Russian fitness influencer Dmitry Nuyanzin, 30, died of cardiac arrest in his sleep after binge-eating 10,000 calories daily, including cakes, pizzas, and mayo-drenched dumplings, to gain 25kg (reached 105kg) for a weight-loss course promo. He felt unwell and cancelled sessions but never saw a doctor. Tragedy spotlights dangers of extreme social media challenges.

Ukraine has sent a team to the US which includes Secretary of the National Security and Defence Council of Ukraine and head of the Ukrainian delegation Rustem Umerov. "The task is clear: to swiftly and substantively work out the steps needed to end the war," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said. "Ukraine is working for a dignified peace," Zelenskyy added.

The crew of the Russian shadow fleet, Virat, made a distress call to report an attack in the Black Sea. "This is VIRAT. Help needed! Drone attack! Mayday!," the crew could be heard saying. The attack was carried out by Ukraine, with one of Ukraine's security services (SBU) officials saying, "This will deal a significant blow to Russian oil transportation."

AI and automation could replace up to three million low-skilled jobs in the UK by 2035, according to a report by the UK-based National Foundation for Educational Research. Most vulnerable sectors include administrative, secretarial, customer service, and machine operation roles. On the other hand, highly skilled professionals such as engineers and scientists were forecast to be in greater demand.

Researchers have, for the first time, directly observed floquet effects in graphene, settling a long-standing scientific debate. Using ultrafast light pulses, scientists proved that graphene's electronic properties can be tuned almost instantly. Published in Nature Physics, the breakthrough opens the door to laser-controlled quantum materials, next-gen electronics, future quantum computing tech.

A major study has found dangerous levels of toxic metals, including barium, lead, chromium and antimony, in popular plastic toys sold across Brazil. Many toys exceeded legal safety limits, posing serious risks to children's health. Researchers warn that contaminated materials and weak regulation allow hazardous chemicals to enter toys, calling for stricter testing and oversight.

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi has called Pakistan's claim that India walked out of a debate at Oxford University as a "desperate spin once again from Aatankistan". She said she was approached for the debate in July. After months of no contact, the organisers sent her an email in November, and she flagged their unprofessional behaviour.

The High Commission of India in Sri Lanka has set up an Emergency Help Desk at Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo after cyclone Ditwah killed 123 in the country. "Any distressed Indian citizen [in Sri Lanka] in need of assistance may reach out to the emergency number +94 773727832. (For WhatsApp also)," it said.

Pope Leo visited Istanbul's Blue Mosque on Saturday, removing his shoes in respect but not praying, marking his first visit as Catholic Church leader to Muslim place of worship. Officials said during the 20-minute visit, he smiled and joked with guide. They added the Vatican appeared surprised that he didn’t pray and wasn’t formally welcomed by Turkey’s state religious head.

Former Prime Minister and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia (80) is “extremely critical”. She was admitted to hospital in Dhaka on November 23 with chest infection that affected her heart and lungs. According to hospital sources, her condition has deteriorated further. Zia’s London-based son Tarique Rahman is eager to return home to be with his ailing mother.

Australian PM Anthony Albanese married partner Jodie Haydon in a private ceremony at The Lodge, becoming the first sitting prime minister to wed while in office. The couple shared a short video on X, calling it a celebration of love with close family and friends. The milestone drew a warm public reaction and reinforces Albanese’s relatable, authentic public image.

Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury released his first statement after recall of 6,000 A320 planes caused global disruption on Saturday. While apologising to customers and passengers, Faury wrote, "But we consider that nothing is more important than safety when people fly on one of our Airbus Aircraft- like millions do every day." The planes were recalled to fix a software issue.

Australian PM Anthony Albanese got married to Jodie Haydon, becoming the first sitting PM in Australia's history to get married while being in office. Haydon was born in 1979 to school-teacher parents in Sydney. She has worked in banking and finance companies for 20 years. She first met Albanese at a public event in 2019 before connecting on social media.

India's exports to US saw sharp reversal under impact of heavy tariff hikes, stated a Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) report. Between May and October 2025, shipments fell 28.5% plunging from $8.83 billion to $6.31 billion. In October, exports plummeted 25.8% as tariff-exempt items like phones, pharmaceuticals and petroleum products accounted for 40.3% of exports.

A 30-year-old student, Vijay Kumar Sheoran, hailing from Charkhi Dadri district, was stabbed to death in Worcester, United Kingdom on November 25. His family said that although UK police was yet to make any disclosure regarding the case, they suspect the involvement of individuals from Haryana and Punjab residing in the UK in the murder.

Thailand government spokesperson Siripong Angkasakulkiat said on Saturday that at least 162 people were killed in eight provinces, with Songkhla recording 126 deaths. Heavy rains in 12 southern provinces have affected over 1.4 million households and 3.8 million people, authorities said. They added that water levels began to recede across all affected areas on Saturday morning.

Russian shadow-fleet tanker 'Virat' was attacked by an unmanned vessel in Black Sea, Turkey said, adding that 'Virat' suffered minor damage after the attack but is in a stable condition and the crew is in good health. The ship also faced an attack on Friday. It was not immediately clear who was behind the reported attacks.

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has declared a state of public emergency after floods and landslides wreaked havoc in the country. Sri Lanka appealed for international assistance as death toll from heavy rains and floods triggered by Cyclone Ditwah rose to 132, with another 176 reported missing, Al Jazeera reported. Nearly 15,000 houses have been destroyed, displacing 44,000 people.

A techie from Bhopal shared that he was stuck at Melbourne airport for over 16 hours after Airbus grounded 6,000 planes of its A320 fleet for a software update. Mayukh Nair said his flight was cancelled, adding, "This isn't how I wanted to be part of aviation history." "Horrible weekend for both passengers and the aviation industry," he added.

President Trump unleashes a fiery Truth Social attack, branding Ilhan Omar “worst congresswoman ever” and reviving the baseless claim that she wed her brother for illegal US entry from “backward” Somalia. The Somali refugee-turned-congresswoman denies it; fact-checkers call it a decade-old conspiracy with zero proof. Amid an immigration crackdown, the feud reignites amid cries of xenophobia.​

A group of 104 skydivers from 20 countries set a new world record in Florida with the largest mid-air canopy relative work (CRW) formation. The feat broke the previous record of 100 skydivers, set in 2007. “This Thanksgiving, we’re giving thanks for a new 104-way CRW world record! To everyone who built this historic formation...congrats,” organisers posted.

Lebanese militant group Hezbollah's head Naim Qassem said that there is a possibility of a war with Israel. He claimed that they have the right to respond to Israel's killing of Hezbollah's top military commander Haytham Ali Tabtabai in a strike on Beirut on November 23. He said, "Yes, possibility is there, and possibility of no war is also there."

The Pakistani army has alleged that the Afghan Taliban is facilitating terrorists to infiltrate the border to carry out acts of terror in the country. Their military spokesperson, Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, said the other side opens fire at the border to "provide cover for illegal infiltration of terrorists and...smugglers into Pakistan". The countries share a 2,600-km border.

The Afghan Community Coalition in United States has urged the US government to not punish an entire community for the crime of one individual. Condemning the DC shooting attack, that killed one National Guard member and injured another, they said, "Twenty years of Afghan-US partnership must not be forgotten." Another said, "It's devastating for all immigrants."

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Senator Khurram Zeeshan alleged that ex-Prime Minister Imran Khan is alive in Adiala Jail but is being subjected to pressure by the government to leave Pakistan. While speaking to ANI, he said, "This is a complete violation of human rights. It seems they're trying to force him into something."