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Over 10,000 Maoists laid down arms in last decade: Officials

Over 10,000 Maoists laid down arms in last decade: Officials

A decade of combined security pressure and rehabilitation efforts has significantly weakened Naxalism, with over 10,000 Maoists surrendering and top leadership eliminated. The government's unified strategy, including infrastructure development and improved go…

The News Flicker·March 29, 2026

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Three pastoral perspectives from within Iran

Pastor X - You don’t understand the extreme version of Shia Islam that is in charge here. It’s a death cult...It has many committed followers at a high level look up into the sky and say, “let the bomb come for me—its quick and paradise is waiting” ...These b…

The News Flicker·March 29, 2026

Middle East war intensifies with first strikes by Houthis

Middle East war intensifies with first strikes by Houthis

Iranian-backed Houthi rebels have entered the monthlong war in the Middle East and claimed they launched missiles toward Israel. The Houthis could threaten another important global shipping lane in the region. About 2,500 U.S. Marines have arrived in the Midd…

The News Flicker·March 29, 2026

Global economic optimism dims as the Iran war drags on

Global economic optimism dims as the Iran war drags on

U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran have darkened the outlook for the world economy. The conflict has driven up oil, natural gas and fertilizer prices and sent global stock markets reeling. Developing countries have been forced to ration fuel and subsidize energ…

The News Flicker·March 29, 2026

North Korea conducts engine test for long-range missile

North Korea conducts engine test for long-range missile

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has observed a test of a high-thrust, solid-fuel engine for weapons. The Korean Central News Agency reported Sunday that Kim watched the ground jet test of the newly upgraded engine using a composite carbon fiber material. KCNA…

The News Flicker·March 29, 2026

'Back to the Future' and 'Top Gun' actor James Tolkan dies at 94

'Back to the Future' and 'Top Gun' actor James Tolkan dies at 94

Actor James Tolkan, who was known for roles as authoritarian figures in the hit films “Back to the Future” and “Top Gun,” has died. He was 94. Tolkan's booking agent, John Alcantar, says Tolkan died Thursday in Lake Placid, New York. In “Back to the Future,” …

The News Flicker·March 28, 2026

Photos of "No Kings" rallies against Trump

Photos of "No Kings" rallies against Trump

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The third round of “No Kings” protests against President Donald Trump's administration is happening Saturday across the U.S., with Minnesota hosting the flagship rally in St.

The News Flicker·March 28, 2026

Israeli strike in southern Lebanon kills 3 journalists

Israeli strike in southern Lebanon kills 3 journalists

An Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon has killed three journalists who cover the Israel-Hezbollah war, according to their TV stations. On Saturday, Hezbollah’s al-Manar said the strike killed its correspondent Ali Shoeib. Al-Mayadeen says the same strike k…

The News Flicker·March 28, 2026

XRP Open Interest Surges As Price Slides—More Volatility Ahead?

XRP Open Interest Surges As Price Slides—More Volatility Ahead?

Data shows the XRP Open Interest has witnessed a notable surge alongside the asset’s price drop, a sign that investors have been putting up fresh bets. XRP Open Interest Has Shot Up Over The Past Day As pointed out by CryptoQuant community analyst Maartunn in…

The News Flicker·March 28, 2026