World News: Today’s Top Global Stories

Looking for a quick snapshot of what’s happening around the globe? You’ve come to the right spot. In the next few minutes we’ll walk through the biggest headlines – trade battles, diplomatic talks, and a few eye‑catching surprises – all in plain language.

Trade Tensions and New Deals

Trade talks are heating up. A U.S. appeals court just tossed most of the tariffs that former President Donald Trump put in place, leaving only steel and aluminum duties untouched. The ruling could push the case to the Supreme Court and shake up talks with partners like India, which recently saw a 50% tariff slapped on its imports over a Russia‑oil dispute.

Meanwhile, India and the UK finally sealed a free‑trade agreement after three years of negotiation. The pact cuts tariffs on about 90% of goods and is projected to add £25.5 billion to annual trade. Negotiations on another India‑UK deal are on hold while India’s Lok Sabha elections run, but the momentum is clear: both sides want smoother market access.

Unexpected Headlines

Not everything is about economics. Angola just uncovered a 170‑carat pink diamond – the biggest of its kind in three centuries. The stone, dubbed the “Lulo Rose,” puts Angola’s mining sector back in the global spotlight and could attract a wave of investment.

On the security front, the Indian Army denied reports that its drones struck a ULFA‑I camp in Myanmar. The claim sparked a lot of speculation, highlighting ongoing concerns about cross‑border militancy and the use of high‑tech weaponry in the region.

And for a splash of celebrity news, Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant flew straight from their Mumbai wedding to a lavish honeymoon at Costa Rica’s Four Seasons Casa Las Olas. Their trip shows how Indian high‑society continues to blend local traditions with global luxury.

Back in the political arena, Prime Minister Narendra Modi briefly joined former President Trump’s Truth Social, sharing a photo from a 2019 Houston event and promoting his episode on the Lex Fridman podcast. Within a day, his post racked up thousands of followers, showing how social media can still surprise us.

Lastly, a reminder that funding decisions matter. The Trump administration’s freeze on USAID aid puts $2.9 billion in Indian health and education programs at risk. With $120 million already allocated this year, the pause could have real impacts on the ground.

That’s the rundown for today’s world news. Keep checking back for fresh updates, because the global story never stops moving.