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'Colonial mindset endures': Mehbooba slams Centre over silence on Wangchuk's fast
PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti criticized the government's silence on Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike. Wangchuk has been on an indefinite hunger strike for twenty days demanding action. He is protesting alleged irregularities in the NEET examination and paper leaks. Doctors have warned of critical health risks if the hunger strike continues. Wangchuk vows to continue his protest until July twentieth for a government response.
‘Today’ show security guard fired after intruder enters unauthorized area, targets Craig Melvin: report
The security guard who reportedly failed to keep the TODAY show intruder out of the studio has been fired.Page Six reports intruder suspect Andrew Truelove was able to slip past two security guards with surveillance video capturing the oversight. One guard stepped away while the other "missed the intruder," as he walked in.Police say Truelove broke into the TODAY show studio in New York City on Thursday searching for Al Roker. The suspect allegedly yelled racial slurs before confronting host Cra...
What Andy Burnham’s first speech as Labour leader tells us
The incoming prime minister showed his oratorical skill and that he is prepared to borrow from populismUK politics live – latest updatesNearing the end of his speech accepting the Labour leadership, Andy Burnham paused. “I know what to do,” he said. “I have a plan.” Perhaps he does. But even after half an hour of dense rhetoric, it is still not especially clear what this is.Burnham, who will become prime minister on Monday after this formal party coronation, is a politician who runs largely on v...
Mother of Henry Nowak’s murderer jailed for removing knife from scene
Kiran Kaur, 53, sentenced to three years for assisting her son, Vickrum Digwa, after his fatal stabbing of student in SouthamptonThe mother of Vickrum Digwa, whose false claims of racism against the man he killed triggered riots in Southampton, has been jailed for removing a knife from the murder scene.Appearing at Southampton crown court, Kiran Kaur, 53, was jailed for three years for assisting an offender, her son, by removing the knife from where he had murdered the student Henry Nowak. Conti...
Free tool helps families save money by using food already in their kitchens
A teenager recently launched an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered website designed to reduce food waste and help households save money by using what's already in their pantries and refrigerators.Smit Kothari, 17, of Virginia, said he was inspired to create Grocery Genius after watching his family survey the random ingredients they had at home and have no idea what to make."I did some more research, and I found out that many other families have that same exact problem," Kothari told Fox & Frie...
Mets and Phillies stars show concerns about playing in unhealthy air quality: 'Not the greatest idea'
Major League Baseball's first game after the All-Star break was played in "unhealthy" air conditions.The Philadelphia Phillies hosted the New York Mets as air quality due to Canadian wildfires reached an index of 196 - other parts of the Northeast and Midwest neared 500, which is considered hazardous.Due to the air concerns, it was announced at around 4 p.m. ET that the game, originally slated for 7:10 p.m., would be moved up an hour, which apparently was a good idea.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS C...
Burnham finally answers the burning question: how does he take his tea?
Incoming PM has deigned to answer some quickfire TikTok questions – also revealing his stance on socks with sandalsUK politics live – latest updatesIt was Tony Blair who wrote that the “leader sets out for the people what they need and not simply what they want. Otherwise, the leader is just a follower”.The incoming prime minister, Andy Burnham, must have been channelling his predecessor when this week he started to set out his views on the big issues facing the UK: should milk go in the cup bef...
Comedian says she delivered a cake with message mocking Lindsey Graham's family to senator's office
A comedian and social media personality says she delivered a cake bearing a provocative message about the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., to the senator's Capitol Hill office, according to posts she shared online."I just dropped this cake off at Lindsey Graham's office," Elizabeth Booker Houston wrote in a Tuesday X post. "Congratudolences, Darline! Your brother is burning in hell, and now, you're working for the devil!"She included a photo of the cake that featured a printed photograph of Gra...
1 dead, 3 injured after chemical tanker explodes in Mumbai’s Chembur
A chemical tanker exploded during maintenance work in Chembur, Mumbai on Friday. Three individuals sustained injuries in the blast, with one later succumbing to their wounds. Emergency services and firefighters quickly responded to the scene following the incident. Rescue and response operations involved multiple civic and ambulance authorities. The exact cause of the explosion is currently under investigation by officials.
Atlantic Niña and Super El Niño may lower US hurricane landfall risk
A rare Atlantic Niña is developing alongside a strong Super El Niño event. These ocean patterns may suppress hurricane formation in the Atlantic Ocean. Increased wind shear and sinking air create an atmospheric shield against storms. However, experts caution that a quieter season does not eliminate hurricane risks. Residents in vulnerable areas should continue their normal hurricane preparations.
Fifa flies Portugal’s World Cup team on plane used for ICE deportations
Aircraft that transported team to match is same one used to deport dozens of Venezuelans to Cecot mega-prisonA plane used by the Portugal men’s soccer team to fly to a World Cup match is the same one used daily for the Trump administration’s mass deportation campaign, and brought dozens of Venezuelans to a Salvadoran mega-prison last year against a judge’s orders.Video shows Portugal flying on a Global Crossing Airlines (GlobalX) aircraft en route to Dallas on 4 July ahead of their match against...
Biodiversity fears as human-bred hybrid fish integrate into Philippines lake
Escaped flowerhorn cichlids in Lake Sampaloc are causing concern for native species and about parasites capable of infecting humansEscaped ornamental aquarium fish have integrated into a local ecosystem in the Philippines, but scientists say they may be threatening the native biodiversity of the lake.Flowerhorn cichlids – human-bred hybrid fish prized for their bright-gold colour and prominent head humps – are believed to have escaped from breeding facilities into Lake Sampaloc, which sits in a...
Doctor shortages are hurting rural patients. Let pharmacists help them heal
For many rural patients, getting treated for a sore throat or the flu is needlessly burdensome. It can mean missing work, driving hours, waiting days for an appointment, or ending up in urgent care for a problem that should have been handled quickly. That is what provider shortages look like in practice. Seventy-four million Americans live in areas with health care shortages, and by 2036 the United States could be short by as many as 86,000 physicians. Yet many states still prevent pharmacists,...
What animals do before war: Chimps climb hills, mongooses post guards
Social animals exhibit fascinating preemptive behaviors when anticipating conflicts with rival groups. They engage in various strategies such as gathering information and assessing risks prior to any altercation. Depending on the magnitude of the threat perceived, species might amplify their alertness, assert territorial claims, bolster social connections, or even embark on offensive actions against adversaries.
Spanish PM, King to attend World Cup final as Argentine President stays home
Spain's Prime Minister and King will attend the World Cup final match. US President Donald Trump also confirmed his attendance at the New York stadium. Argentina's President Javier Milei will watch from home due to superstition. He believes his presence at home brings Argentina luck in matches. This decision follows a tradition of avoiding presidential attendance at crucial games.
'Individual opinion': India rejects ex-Japan minister's claims on bullet train delays
NEW DELHI: The ministry of external affairs on Friday dismissed claims made by a former Japanese minister blaming India for delays in the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project, saying the remarks were "an individual opinion" and "at considerable variance with facts."
Burnham confirmed as leader of UK’s governing Labour Party, headed for PM
Andy Burnham set to become UK prime minister but faces challenges including the cost of living crisis and two wars.
Bridges, airport, railway station: US attacks civilian infrastructure in Iran
The United States intensified its renewed bombing campaign against Iran on Friday, striking bridges and an airport, as Tehran retaliated with attacks on US military bases across the Middle East, further escalating the regional conflict.
Delimitation debate: How opposition faultlines may help govt in Monsoon session
There are strong speculations that the government is planning to reintroduce the Delimitation Bill during upcoming Monsoon Session. The Bill could not pass the numbers test during the Budget session. Opposition parties, which were united in their opposition to the Bill in April, appear to be divided now over the idea of uniform seat increase. Some parties may support the bill if their concerns are addressed. The Congress fears isolation and has requested an all-party meeting for discussions....
More Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds US midwest, mid-Atlantic and north-east
109 million people face another day of poor air quality as smoke from blazes in Ontario drifts over the USSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email Tens of millions of Americans face another day of smoky skies, irritated eyes and bad air quality, as Canadian wildfire smoke spread again over huge swathes of the US, affecting around 109 million people across the midwest, mid-Atlantic and north-east.The pungent wildfire blanketed cities such as Chicago and Detroit, where residents on Friday...