The American Express Times
Sunday, April 26, 2026
Trump cancels Kushner, Witkoff trips as Araghchi leaves Pakistan
Ceasefire talks between the United States and Iran collapsed after Iran’s top diplomat left Pakistan without meeting U.S. envoys, prompting President Trump to cancel his delegation’s planned visit. The breakdown highlights ongoing mutual distrust and the continued U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports, keeping tensions high and peace prospects uncertain.
★ Featured Stories
Trump Cancels US Envoys’ Pak Visit for Talks
President Donald Trump canceled the planned trip by U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan, halting efforts to mediate tensions between the U.S.…
Training for London Marathon amidst challenges
A 36-year-old mother of three is training to run the London Marathon while managing parenting duties, recent illness, and limited training time. She aims to…
MPs’ Exit Leaves AAP Staring at a Punjab Stress Test
Seven Aam Aadmi Party MPs, including key strategist Raghav Chadha, have defected to the Bharatiya Janata Party, weakening AAP’s Rajya Sabha presence and exposing internal…
5 Cops Suspended in Bengal Over Poll Misconduct
The Election Commission of India has suspended five police officers in South 24 Parganas, West Bengal, for alleged misconduct and bias during the 2026 Assembly…
★ All Stories
Invasive alien species threaten ecosystems worldwide
A 2023 IPBES report identified over 3,500 invasive species worldwide that threaten biodiversity, disrupt ecosystems, and cause significant economic damage. Experts emphasize that proactive prevention…
The Invisible Frog-Killer: Chytrid Fungus Threatens Amphibians Globally
The chytrid fungus is infecting and killing amphibians worldwide, contributing to the extinction of around 90 species and threatening many more. New detection methods developed…
Singer Chin2 Bhosle Releases Emotional Farewell Song for Grandmother Asha Bhosle
Chin2 Bhosle, grandson of late singer Asha Bhosle, has released the song "Chalte Chalte" as a tribute to his grandmother following her death in April.…
Maeda scores twice as Celtic move level with Hearts
Daizen Maeda scored twice and assisted once as Celtic defeated Falkirk 3-1, moving level on points with Hearts at the top of the Scottish Premiership.…
Barcelona on brink of La Liga triumph with Getafe win
Barcelona strengthened their lead in the La Liga title race with a 2-0 win over Getafe, thanks to goals from Fermin Lopez and Marcus Rashford.…
Al Ahli beat Machida Zelvia to retain Asian Champions League title
Al Ahli won their second consecutive Asian Champions League title by beating Japan’s Machida Zelvia 1-0 after extra time in the final held in Jeddah.…
P4, Not PPP, Model for the Future: Naidu
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership and proposed a new “P4” development model involving public, private, and people…
Amit Shah Assures Citizenship to Matuas
Union Home Minister Amit Shah promised citizenship to the Matua and Namasudra communities once the BJP forms the government in West Bengal, reaffirming the party's…
Violence Spreads to Naga Areas in Manipur
Ethnic violence in Manipur has spread to Naga-majority districts including Ukhrul, where a recent clash killed three people and injured several others. Security forces have…
Niti Aayog Revamped, 5 New Members Named
The government has appointed Ashok Lahiri as the new vice chairman of Niti Aayog and added five members with diverse expertise to the policy think…
FM Calls for Unified Financial KYC Framework
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged the Securities and Exchange Board of India to develop a unified, digitized KYC system to simplify financial user verification across…
Axis Bank Q4 Profit Dips on Higher Provisions, Trading Loss
Axis Bank reported a slight decline in net profit to ₹7,071 crore for Q4 due to higher provisions and trading losses related to geopolitical risks.…
IDFC First Bank Q4 Profit Rises 5%
IDFC First Bank's net profit for Q4 rose 5% to ₹319 crore, aided by a 40% cut in provisions despite recognizing a ₹645-crore fraud at…
‘Vande Bullet’ Prototype by 2027, Rail Minister Vaishnaw Says
Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that the prototype of the Vande Bullet high-speed train will be completed in 2027, with production starting in the…
RBL Bank Profit Jumps Over 3x
RBL Bank’s net profit more than tripled to ₹230 crore in the January-March quarter, driven by business growth, better asset quality, and lower provisioning. Despite…
Startup Fund 2.0 Gets Operational Blueprint
The Indian government has introduced the operational guidelines for the ₹10,000-crore Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0, which will invest through SEBI-registered alternative investment funds…
Mumbai’s transformative infrastructure build-out in the 2020s
Mumbai is investing over $60 billion in major infrastructure projects, including a new international airport, a 16-line metro network, and expanded expressways, to transform the…
Voter List Revisions in West Bengal: Bureaucracy or Conspiracy?
West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision process led to the removal of over 900,000 names from the voter list ahead of state elections, sparking allegations of…
Flight Operations Resume from Tehran Airport Amid Iran-US Conflict
Tehran’s Imam Khomeini International Airport resumed commercial flights on Saturday for the first time in two months following a ceasefire between Iran, the U.S., and…
The evolution of the automobile: 140 years of innovation
April 2026 marks the 140th anniversary of Karl Benz’s patent filing for the first gasoline-powered automobile, a milestone that initiated over a century of automotive…
How Gentleman’s Relish Sold Smelly Fish with Snobbery
Production of Gentleman’s Relish, a traditional British anchovy paste linked to English upper-class identity since 1828, has recently stopped amid changing social attitudes and market…
A 14,000-Mile Journey, Two Friends, a Three-Wheeler Named Sheila
Ollie Jenks and Seth Scott drove a nearly 40-year-old Reliant Robin three-wheeler from London to Cape Town, covering about 22,500 kilometers through 22 countries to…
Billion-barrel Hormuz Oil Shock threatens global demand
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has cut global crude oil supplies by about 10%, creating a shortfall of nearly one billion barrels since…
The Psychology and Benefits of Flow State
Psychological research emphasizes that entering a state of flow—a deep, focused immersion in an activity—can significantly reduce distractions and improve attention in today’s high-interruption environment.…
Wave of Nostalgia as 2000s TV Makes a Comeback
Several early 2000s television series, including "Malcolm in the Middle" and "Scrubs," have been revived with original cast members as networks and streaming platforms leverage…
Inside the World of Ultra-Luxury Wedding Cakes
French pastry chef Bastien Blanc-Tailleur created a multi-tiered wedding cake inspired by Rajasthani architecture for a high-profile wedding in Udaipur featuring Jennifer Lopez. Renowned for…
Betis’s Bellerin Dents Real Madrid Title Hopes
Héctor Bellerín scored a late equalizer to earn Real Betis a 1-1 draw against Real Madrid in La Liga, denying Madrid a win. The draw…
Chelsea’s American Project at Breaking Point
Chelsea Football Club is grappling with financial losses, poor on-field performance, and managerial instability under its American ownership as it approaches the FA Cup semifinal…
Mbappe Suffers Hamstring Issue
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe suffered a muscle overload in his left hamstring during the 1-1 draw against Real Betis, leading to his substitution late…
Fans to be Allowed for The PSL Final on May 3
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved the attendance of fans at the Pakistan Super League final on May 3 in Lahore, reversing the initial decision…
Olympic Medallist Gurbax Singh Grewal Passes Away
Gurbax Singh Grewal, an Olympic bronze medallist and former Indian field hockey player, died at age 84 due to a heart attack in Zirakpur. He…
In the Fast Lane: New Generation of Indian Fast Bowlers Emerges
The current Indian Premier League season has revealed a promising group of fast bowlers, including Prince Yadav, Ashok Sharma, and Mukesh Choudhary, who are gaining…
Kings Bulldoze Record Target in IPL Thriller
Punjab Kings successfully chased down a record 265 runs to defeat Delhi Capitals by six wickets, despite KL Rahul’s unbeaten 152—the highest T20 score by…
Fernandes Hopes to Win World Cup to Crown Ronaldo’s Career
Portugal midfielder Bruno Fernandes expressed his hope that the national team will win the 2026 World Cup, providing a triumphant send-off for Cristiano Ronaldo’s final…
Spurs, West Ham Win in Battle for EPL Survival
West Ham United defeated Liverpool 2-1 with a last-minute goal from Callum Wilson, extending their lead over Tottenham Hotspur to two points in the Premier…
Inside the High-Tech Arms Race Taking Over Marathons
Kenyan runner Hellen Obiri will debut in the London Marathon this Sunday wearing On Holding AG’s advanced LightSpray Cloudboom Strike shoes as she aims to…
Saudi Arabia remains top job destination for skilled Filipinos
Despite airspace closures and regional conflicts disrupting travel, Saudi Arabia remains a top destination for skilled Filipino workers, particularly in healthcare. This sustained demand is…