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Unease in NCP after signs of NCP (SP) tilting towards NDA
NCP leaders Praful Patel and Sunil Tatkare met Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis without informing Sunetra Pawar. Speculations are rife about NCP (SP) potentially aligning with the NDA government. Jayant Patil's meetings with BJP leaders intensified these ongoing political discussions. Sunetra Pawar's faction faces concerns about losing influence if NCP (SP) joins the alliance. Discussions regarding the finance portfolio and party leadership challenges are ongoing.
'Shadow government': Trump claims intel community bragged about hiding Chinese meddling
President Donald Trump accused members of the U.S. intelligence community Thursday night of operating a "shadow government" to allegedly conceal evidence of China’s efforts to influence U.S. elections, seizing on newly declassified emails that he says reveal a bitter internal dispute about how Beijing’s activities should be characterized.Trump did not claim China changed votes or altered election results. Instead, he argued Beijing engaged in an influence campaign aimed at shaping U.S. public pe...
MLB announces earliest ever Opening Day for 2027, Wrigley Field All-Star Game amid labor uncertainty
Major League Baseball just wrapped up the 2026 All-Star Game in Philadelphia, which means it's already time to look ahead to next year's game and schedule.MLB announced the full 2027 season schedule on Thursday afternoon, with a few notable changes from past years. Instead of the traditional late March-early April timeframe, next season will open on March 24 with one single game between two yet-to-be-determined teams.That's the earliest date, not including international games, in baseball histor...
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Stock market recommendations: Adani Power, and IndusInd Bank - Bajaj Broking Research has recommended these two stocks to buy today, July 17, 2026, with a one-month horizon for the target price to be achieved. Let’s take a look:
IEA chief warns Strait of Hormuz crisis threatens global energy security
Fatih Birol says 'oil security is still a critical issue' and world should be 'worried' if situation does not improve.
FBI arrests gangster Nitish Kaushal days after adding him to most wanted list
The FBI arrested Indian-origin Nitish Kaushal in Vermont as part of a crackdown. Kaushal is wanted for alleged involvement in murder and drug trafficking. He carried out violent acts for the Bhagwanpuria organised crime group. This arrest follows Operation Hard Ball targeting the Bhagwanpuria gang internationally. Federal prosecutors also charged Lawrence Bishnoi and Goldy Brar with ordering an assassination.
LeBron James to Miami Heat? NBA free agency hint links him with Giannis
Pat Riley has already pulled off one blockbuster. Now he's not hiding that he wants another. The Miami Heat president spent Thursday's introductory press conference for Giannis Antetokounmpo talking about the trade that brought a two-time MVP to South Beach, only to pivot, unprompted, to the free agent still floating out there: LeBron James.
Goa’s forgotten orchata drink lives on in family kitchens
Once reserved for elite Catholic households, this almond drink survives thanks to Goans preserving tradition.
US TV networks split on broadcasting Trump’s election-focused speech
NBC and CNN stayed away from White House speech, while Fox News, MS Now, CBS and some ABC affiliates aired itThe US’s largest television stations split on whether to air Donald Trump’s White House address live on Thursday night, which was heavy on unproven accusations about the integrity of the 2020 election won by Joe Biden.While CNN, ABC and NBC chose not to air the speech live, CBS, Fox News and MS Now (formerly MSNBC) aired at least large portions of the speech live. ABC did not air the spee...
Masterpiece or Overrated: 'The Odyssey' Twitter reviews divide Nolan fans
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' has premiered in IMAX theaters, sparking audience debate. Many fans praise its stunning visuals and Nolan's ambitious direction. However, some viewers criticize the film's pacing and storytelling choices. Dialogue and acting performances also received mixed reactions from moviegoers. Matt Damon's portrayal of Odysseus, however, earned widespread acclaim from many.
How three Ivorian firms are competing with global brands
Homegrown firms are gaining ground in Ivory Coast's fuel, finance and cosmetics sectors.
Joe Root surpasses Virat Kohli's ODI record with unbeaten 99 against India
Joe Root's unbeaten 99 guided England to a four-wicket victory over India. This win leveled the three-match series at one game apiece. Root absorbed early pressure and anchored the innings with a composed knock. He overtook Virat Kohli in successful ODI run chase averages. England's bowlers restricted India after a threatening partnership.
Crude heads for biggest weekly gain in months amid intensifying Middle East crisis
Oil prices surged as escalating US-Iran military tensions raised supply disruption concerns. Brent crude traded at $85.34 and WTI crude at $80.08 per barrel. Recent US strikes aimed to degrade Iranian military capabilities, while Iran retaliated against regional allies. Renewed hostilities revived fears of a broader conflict and threats to the Strait of Hormuz. Iran warned of widespread infrastructure damage if US threats to strike its facilities are carried out.
Sinkhole on Sunset Boulevard: broken water pipe floods LA-area hotspot
Businesses and traffic in West Hollywood doused after century-old pipe bursts belowgroundA century-old water pipe buried below a bustling boulevard in a Los Angeles county city burst early Thursday, sending a shock of water spewing into the streets and snarling traffic as several major roads shut down.The 36in riveted steel pipe’s rupture left a protruding sinkhole and cracked pavement in West Hollywood. Images of the aftermath showed local metro buses partially submerged in murky brown water. C...
Pauline Hanson laments end of White Australia policy and talks up daughter’s leadership potential
Appearing on a podcast with the far-right UK activist who goes by the name Tommy Robinson, Hanson makes evidence-free claims about migrantsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPauline Hanson has used an interview with the far-right British activist Tommy Robinson to blame the end of the White Australia policy for creating what she sees as problems with migration and said her daughter, Lee Hanson, was the future of One Na...
Trump accused of making 'totally bogus' election claims in primetime address to nation
Donald Trump has been accused of using an address to the nation to make "totally bogus" claims of interference in the 2020 US election.
An analysis of President Trump's address
President Trump gave a primetime address Thursday night in which he spoke about the integrity of U.S. elections — a topic he has spread disinformation about for much of his political career. Sponsor Message
Where's hitman? Rohit Sharma's form a growing concern for India's ODI WC plans
Rohit Sharma's struggles with timing, tempo and confidence have continued in the first two ODIs against England. With just 37 runs, prolonged dot-ball phases and visible discomfort against pace, the veteran opener's place in India's long-term ODI plans is beginning to invite serious scrutiny ahead of the 2027 World Cup.
Falklands poster row: FIFA to probe Messi's Argentina over 'Malvinas' banner
FIFA is reviewing a banner displayed by Argentina players after their World Cup semi-final win. Players held a "Las Malvinas son Argentinas" message during celebrations following their victory. This gesture has led to a disciplinary review by FIFA's independent committee. Argentina's football association faced a similar fine in 2014 for the same banner. The team now prepares for the World Cup final against Spain.
'China stole voter data of 220m Americans': Trump blames Beijing for 2020 election interference
US President Donald Trump on Thursday declassified documents and reports accusing Beijing of meddling in the US elections and compromising voter data.