Author: Justin M. Larson
The State Department has decided to reduce its diplomatic presence in Iraq, the department said in a statement on Wednesday, as tensions across the Middle East spiked amid signs that nuclear diplomacy between the United States and Iran may be deadlocked.Word of the U.S. decision, along with a warning from the United Kingdom about new threats to Middle East commercial shipping, came hours after President Trump said in a podcast released Wednesday that he has grown “less confident” about the prospects for a deal with Iran that would limit its ability to develop nuclear weapons. American and Iranian negotiators have…
Sobhita Dhulipala has shared some unseen, stunning pictures from the wedding reception of her husband Naga Chaitanya’s brother, Akhil Akkineni. Akhil tied the knot with artist and entrepreneur Zainab Ravdjee in an intimate, traditional wedding ceremony on June 6, and the couple hosted a reception on June 8. Now, Sobhita has treated fans to some of the most captivating fashion moments from the celebration.Sobhita and Naga Chaitanya’s stylish picturesSobhita Dhulipala drew attention in a striking red saree paired with a golden, embellished designer blouse. She was seen posing stylishly alongside Naga Chaitanya. Her blouse stood out due to the heavy…
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External affairs minister S Jaishankar NEW DELHI: Amid apparent differences with the Trump administration over critical issues like Pakistan’s support to cross border terrorism, external affairs minister S Jaishankar said that India’s aim is to advance the relationship with the US as it serves India’s interests. During his ongoing visit to Europe, the minister also warned the Europeans that terrorism will come back to haunt them if they ignore it.”I take the world as I find it. Our aim is to advance every relationship that serves our interests – and the US relationship is of immense importance to us. It’s…
Rep. James Comer, R-Ky., on 23andMe data privacy concerns, his invitation for sanctuary governors to testify before lawmakers and whether NPR and PBS should have funding stripped. Bankrupt 23andMe is facing a lawsuit over its plans to sell customer genetic information. Twenty-seven states and the District of Columbia took legal action this week against 23andMe in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Missouri, the court overseeing the Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings that the genetic testing company entered earlier in the year. 23ANDME FILES FOR BANKRUPTCY AS CALIFORNIA AG URGES CUSTOMERS TO DELETE DATA The states contend 23andMe has…
Actor Roshan Mathew has recently opened up about his busy career in Bollywood, despite being a Mollywood star. He gained popularity with his role in Darlings, and his recent OTT series Kankhajura has received much appreciation. The actor admitted that although his roots are in the Malayalam film industry, he made his debut as an actor with the Hindi series ‘Tanlines’ in 2015.Roshan Mathew about his role in Kankhajura In an interview with Hindustan Times, Roshan said playing in Kankhajura was exciting because it marked his first time portraying a grey-shaded character—especially in Hindi, where audiences mostly know him as…
NEW DELHI: Constant decrease in the flow volume of western rivers – Indus, Jhelum and Chenab – from India has left Pakistan discharging more water than what it’s receiving to sustain its drinking water and irrigation needs. While this appears normal during the pre-monsoon season, the situation may turn grim in the coming weeks as regular desilting and flushing of dams by India in Jammu & Kashmir to increase its own storage capacity will further lessen the water flow to the other side.The daily water situation report, released by Pakistan’s Indus River System Authority (IRSA), shows that the country on…
Getting behind the wheel is about to get a little more expensive. Tariffs could raise the price of car insurance by nearly ten percent later this year. General Motors is investing $4 billion in its U.S. plants over the next two years to boost the manufacturing of gas and electric vehicles. With the multibillion-dollar investment, the Michigan-based automaker will be able to assemble more than 2 million vehicles per year in the U.S. The latest investment comes just two weeks after the company announced it earmarked $888 million for its Tonawanda Propulsion plant near Buffalo, New York, to support production…
Kajol is all set to return to the big screen in a never-seen-before avatar with Maa, a mythological horror film directed by Vishal Furia. Produced by her husband Ajay Devgn under the Devgn Films banner, the movie is slated for release in theatres on June 27.During the film’s promotional run, Kajol opened up about working with Ajay Devgn in a professional capacity, and, in true Kajol fashion, did it with wit and humour.“What should I say about this producer? Mujhe bohot harass aur tang kiya hai isne (He harassed me a lot). No one will believe it,” Kajol said in…
CAPE CANAVERAL (FLORIDA): Hours after SpaceX revealed late Monday that it had detected multiple snags in the Falcon-9 rocket that was to launch the Axiom-4 (Ax-4) crew aboard the Dragon spacecraft, a series of meetings unfolded Tuesday and in all of them, Isro asserted that crew safety was paramount.Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is part of the Ax-4 crew and is set to become only the second Indian to go to space.As part of the launch preparation, all nine engines of the first stage were to be tested together. During one of those tests, it was found that a control actuator…
Sanjay Dutt and wife Maanayata mesmerized at a June 2025 sangeet, dancing to “Meri Duniya Hai” from Vaastav. Their royal blue outfits and Sanjay’s tender forehead kiss captivated the crowd and went viral online, highlighting their enduring bond and charming chemistry. Sanjay Dutt and his wife Maanayata, who recently marked 17 years of marriage in February, mesmerized the crowd with their vibrant chemistry. They attended the pre-wedding festivities of Sarina Vaswani—sister to Sonam Fabiani from the Stallion group—and her fiancé Lavine Hemlani, the CEO of Xccelerate. Their captivating performance paid a charming tribute to one of Sanjay’s most memorable film…
The liver is the largest solid organ of the body, performing key functions like filtering blood, processing nutrients, storing energy, and detoxifying harmful substances. While following good habits such as healthy food, limited or no alcohol, and others are key to keeping the liver healthy, sometimes these are not enough. Liver damage is getting increasingly common these days, and encompasses a wide range of conditions that can affect the liver’s ability to function properly. This could be due to viral infections, alcohol consumption, genetic conditions, and other factors. Amongst other symptoms, the liver leaves a lasting impact on your skin,…
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NEW DELHI: India’s ODI captain Rohit Sharma sparked curiosity among fans on Wednesday with a cryptic Instagram story. He shared a picture featuring some toys and captioned it: “My girls tried explaining these to me, I still don’t get it.”This comes shortly after Rohit announced his retirement from Test cricket in May, putting an end to widespread speculation about his future in the longest format of the game.The 38-year-old had a highly impactful second half of his Test career, amassing 4,301 runs in 67 matches, including 12 centuries and 18 fifties, at an average of 40.57.Rohit had led India to…
Gauri Khan launched her first Delhi Experience Centre in June 2025, creating a warm, home-like space showcasing her luxury, bespoke interior designs. The centre offers personalized consultations and fully customizable furniture, blending elegance with comfort. Delhi holds special meaning for Gauri, who grew up there and studied history at Lady Shri Ram College. Shah Rukh Khan’s wife Gauri Khan recently opened their new Experience Centre in Delhi. She loves creating luxury interiors that are personalized. Delhi is very special to her because she grew up there and studied history at Lady Shri Ram College.A Design Centre That Feels Like HomeGauri…
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SRINAGAR: Srinagar’s Tagore Hall reverberated with chants of ‘Lal Salam’ on Wednesday as CPM held a one-day convention calling for the restoration of Article 370 and initiation of dialogue with Pakistan.The convention stood out as a rare political event in Kashmir Valley, where even most of the regional parties have largely shifted discourse to demanding the restoration of statehood rather than raising the issue of restoring J&K’s special status.Addressing party workers at the event, titled ‘Convention for the Restoration of Legitimate Constitutional Rights of the People of Jammu and Kashmir’, CPM general secretary M Alexander Baby said the abrogation of…
California has sued the Trump administration over its move to deploy troops to Los Angeles. Eric Schmitt, a national security correspondent for The New York Times, explains the laws governing the use of American troops on U.S. soil. Source link
Vedang Raina and Khushi Kapoor, rumored to be dating, were spotted celebrating Sonam Kapoor’s birthday and Vedang’s 25th in London. A playful Instagram reel by Orry hinted at their closeness. Khushi prefers keeping her personal life private, focusing instead on her work amid growing public curiosity. Vedang Raina was seen celebrating Sonam Kapoor’s 40th birthday eve alongside Khushi Kapoor and her family on June 8. The two actors are reportedly in a relationship that has lasted over a year. Although they have kept their relationship private, numerous videos circulating online captured them spending time closely together at the party held…
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NEW DELHI: The govt said Wednesday that the Indian national detained at Newark Airport had entered the US illegally – without a valid visa – and was being deported back to India as per a court order. According to official sources, he was restrained with handcuffs because his behaviour was not fit for travel.The photograph of the Indian national pinned down by the law enforcement had gone viral on social media, forcing the ministry of external affairs to raise the issue with US authorities. “With regard to a social post about an Indian national detained at Newark Airport in New…
President Trump and the first lady, Melania Trump, are scheduled to attend the opening night performance of “Les Misérables” at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on Wednesday night.In some sense it is the culmination of the Trump takeover of the national cultural center. The president appointed himself chairman of the Kennedy Center in February, purged the traditionally bipartisan board and restocked it with loyalists. In March, he took a tour and met with his new board. “We’re going to get some very good shows,” he said at the time. “I guess we have ‘Les Miz’ coming.”Mr.…
Stuart Kaiser, Citi’s head of equity trading strategy, discusses the CBO’s analysis of the Trump tariffs in addition to his outlook for bond yields, economic growth and the May jobs report. Vice President JD Vance on Wednesday echoed President Donald Trump’s calls for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates. “The president has been saying this for a while, but it’s even more clear: the refusal by the Fed to cut rates is monetary malpractice,” Vance wrote in a post on X.Trump on Wednesday repeated his prior call for the U.S. central bank cut interest rates by a full point.…
Glimpses from actor Nandamuri Balakrishna’s 65th birthday are going viral on the internet after a rare video showed him flipping a knife before cutting the cake.Nandamuri Balakrishna’s unique birthday celebrationOn June 10, Balakrishna turned 65, and his celebration with friends and political party members was filled with unique moments. One such video doing the rounds online features Balakrishna effortlessly flipping a knife before cutting a large birthday cake. His action sparked curiosity among fans and onlookers, with many media personnel and admirers seen waiting to catch a glimpse of the actor. He was dressed in an all-white ensemble, and the…
