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F***ING LIAR! Protesters Heckle Hakeem Jeffries at Denver Conference; Watch What Happens Next
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries was repeatedly interrupted by protesters at the Whats Next conference in Denver as he discussed the incoming Congress. Activists demanded stronger action on a Green New Deal and an arms embargo on Israel. One heckler called him a f***ing liar, while another shouted, The American people demand impeachment. The audience booed the protesters as they were removed. Jeffries stayed composed and later quipped, Im from Brooklyn, this is light work. The disruptions show pressure from the partys progressive wing as Democrats prepare to take control of the House and debate how far their agenda should go.
Russell Brand And Diddys Wild Vegas Trip Resurfaces As 2009 Video Reveals Crude Remark About Women
A resurfaced 2009 video featuring Russell Brand and Sean Diddy Combs is attracting fresh attention for its awkward jokes and crude conversation aboard a private jet. During their trip to Las Vegas, Diddy calls Brand his new best friend, before the pair joke about going on a straight guy date and finding women. The footage has taken on a new dimension as both men are now serving prison sentences in separate cases, years after their memorable Vegas encounter.
Trump and Mamdani Strike 90-Day Nationwide SNAP Deal After GOP Midterm Wipeout
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he reached a deal with President Donald Trump to give SNAP-authorized bodegas and corner stores nationwide 90 extra days to comply with new federal food-stocking requirements. The rules require retailers that accept SNAP to carry a minimum range of staple foods. Mamdani says the delay will give neighborhood businesses more time to meet the standards; more than 100 bodega owners had contacted his office with concerns. The announcement came after Republicans sweeping midterm losses, marking an unexpected agreement between Trump and the New York mayor. The 90-day reprieve applies nationwide, not only in New York City.
Sreenidi Beaten by Shillong in IFL Match
The victory took Shillong Lajong temporarily to the top of the table with seven points from three matches
Mamata Score a Comfortable Win
South Central Railway started with very tight defence to deny easy baskets to take the first quarter 21-5
'I was told I can't defeat a white American male': Lawmaker Saba Haider
'MS 364': Outlook, Teams disrupted for nearly a day
Microsoft 365 faced a major outage affecting email and communication tools for numerous businesses. In response, many organizations opted for alternative platforms like Slack and Zoom to keep operations running smoothly. Though some services saw partial recovery, users faced ongoing sporadic issues. Affected airlines and banks informed customers about the complications, while Microsoft clarified that there was no indication of a cyberattack causing the disruption.
Gagan Wraps Up Seasons Fourth Title
Bhullar of Vimtra Chennai Lions GC had twin birdies on the 16th and the 17th to get to 14-under
HCA Doubles Sides for Schools Event
Registrations were capped at a cumulative total of 120 schools
Smoke Plumes Over Hormuz, Tanker Fire & Iranian Air Defence Activity Raise Fresh Alarm
Fresh military activity around the Strait of Hormuz is raising concerns over a possible escalation between Iran and the United States. Residents in Iran's southern Hormozgan Province reported explosions near several areas, including the port city of Jask, although Iranian authorities denied that any cities in the province had been targeted. Meanwhile, a massive smoke plume was reported over the Strait after a gas tanker allegedly caught fire. The IRGC claims the vessel ignored repeated warnings before striking a naval mine, though the circumstances remain independently unverified. Separately, reports from Bandar Abbas suggest Iranian air defence systems were activated amid reports of unidentified drones near the southern coastline.
US stocks: S&P 500, Nasdaq close lower as Nvidia woes and rate-hike bets pressure US market
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Fed officials signal further rate hikes as inflation remains elevated
Federal Reserve officials are signaling further interest-rate increases to combat persistent inflation pressures in the economy. San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly expressed concerns about services inflation and its implications for future policy. Both Boston Fed President Susan Collins and Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan emphasized the need for tighter monetary policies. They indicated the possibility of upcoming rate hikes to achieve price stability and mitigate inflation.
Suraj Chand in Singapore Classic squash quarters
The sixth-seeded Indian, Suraj Chand, beat his Australian opponent Benajmin Ratcliffe 11-6, 11-4, 11-4
'Extraordinary circumstances': US grounds all departing flights over safety concerns
Sarvajit, Ali, Abhishek Tops; Nikshith, Akash, Also Impress in Local Cricket
Sarvajit struck an unbeaten 135 from 111 balls
New Orleans river cruise boat partially sinks after tanker collision, 130 aboard
Iran Reports Multiple Missile Launches From Khuzestan Near Kuwait After US Strikes
Multiple missile launches have been reported from Irans southwestern Khuzestan Province, a strategically sensitive region bordering Iraq and located close to Kuwait. The reported launches come amid escalating tensions between Tehran and Washington following the latest US strikes. Earlier, Irans Navy claimed to have shot down an American drone over the Strait of Hormuz, releasing images of what it described as damaged components of the unmanned aircraft. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has also claimed to have struck American military assets in Bahrain, including a US early-warning radar installation. Tehran says the operations are part of its response to American attacks.
Is Alice Huang A Spy? Former Russian Agent Explains The Nvidia Honeypot That Destroyed Jensen Huang
Aliia Roza says she was a Russian secret agent who specialised in 'honey trap' operations against criminals in Europe and the United Kingdom. She says she was handpicked at 18, one of only five women chosen from 350 students, for a secret programme designed by former KGB officers and psychologists. Now living in the United States, she is revealing the tactics she says she was trained in.In this conversation with Meghna Deka, she explains why honey traps are about far more than sex. She says 80% of her training was psychological: reading minds, influencing decisions and 'installing' choices in a targets brain.In this episode:+ How a spy reads a target, and the likability bridge she says she used on Meghna in the first few minutes+ The playbook: Research, mirroring, love bombing, the small favour and emotional dependency+ The seven-time rule: Why your brain trusts a face it has seen before+ The Jensen Huang case: Was Alice Huang, the suspected Chinese spy, running a perfect social engineering operation?+ KGB vs China: Quick kompromat blackmail vs long-term relationships that last for decades+ Sleeper agents, 'illegals', and children raised in secret cities to become someone else+ How spies are broken: sleep deprivation, 2 AM identity drills and 'brain programming'+ Why she says she has never been in love, and why going public keeps her alive+ Her advice for Indian defence personnel and anyone in a powerful job: How to spot a honey trap+ 'Why is this person so nice to me?' Its the one question she says could protect you from manipulation in business, in love and in national security.
Stephen A. Smith's Four-Word Reply Shocks Trump After Big Meeting; 'NO WAY IN HELL...' | Watch
Stephen A. Smith shut down speculation about becoming White House press secretary after meeting with President Donald Trump. Speaking to reporters outside the White House, Smith said the role had not come up during his conversation with Trump and denied the president had offered him the job, replying: No way in hell! Smith said he had interviewed Trump for about 40 minutes for his YouTube show. The exchange followed online speculation sparked by his White House visit, but Smiths comments made clear that the press secretary role was not discussed during the interview.
'I'M DEEPLY SHOCKED!' DC Gunman's Attorney Reveals Chilling Details Of Their LAST Conversation
Washington DC doctor Matt Lambert was reportedly in good spirits and preparing to start a new job just days before the deadly condo shooting. His attorney says Lambert had recently delivered a successful artificial intelligence presentation in Orlando. Days later, he allegedly killed building manager James Stuart, wounded four others, and died by suicide after a police standoff. The attack unfolded amid a bitter dispute over his luxury Washington penthouse and alleged black mold problems.
Iran Claims It Downed Another U.S. Predator Drone Near Strategically Vital Strait Of Hormuz
Iran has claimed that its Navy shot down a U.S. MQ-1 Predator drone near the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. According to Iran's semi-official IRNA news agency, the drone was brought down near the Sirik coast in the Kuhestak region. Tehran also released images that reportedly show damaged components of military hardware, while the Iranian Navy issued a warning about defending the country's territorial waters and national interests. The claim comes amid rising tensions between Iran and the United States, with Tehran continuing to report attacks on American military assets across the region. Watch#Iran #UnitedStates #StraitOfHormuz #MQ1Predator #IranUS #IranianNavy #USMilitary #MiddleEast
A rescue operation was underway, local media reported citing port authorities; images showed the cruise boat, the American Heritage operated by American Cruise Lines, listing and partially underwater
Social Security's funding crisis may have arrived decades earlier because a smaller share of American income is subject to payroll taxes. AARP estimates the programme could have paid full benefits until 2059 if taxable wages had maintained their 1980s share of the economy. The actual trust fund depletion projections remain 2032 and 2034.
Centre Extends Ban On Zakir Naik's Islamic Foundation For 5 More Years
According to the notification, he has used international satellite television networks, the internet, print, and social media to deliver radical statements to millions of people worldwide, inspiring youths in India and abroad to commit terrorist acts.
1 stenographer, 4,500 cases: HC seeks explanation over delay in pronouncing order
Urea overuse in 169 dists raises red flags, CAG probing diversion
Pakistan 80 years old, can't appropriate Indus Valley civilisation: Culture minister
JNTU Hyderabad Security Contract Award Challenged in High Court Over Alleged 5-Crore Irregularities
Javvaji Dileep, founder-president of the Students Protection Forum, filed a public interest litigation (PIL) against the alleged nomination-based award of the contract to B Secure Protection and Guarding Private Limited
GTA 6 Online release window: Multiplayer could be launched in late 2027
GTA 6 online could launch in 2027, media reports said citing industry insiders. Rockstar Games have not officially confirmed any multiplayer launch window for Grand Theft Auto VI. The multiplayer may be launched a year after the base game, a Bloomberg video said. This is unconfirmed. A PlayStation database discovery has also suggested that there could be some multiplayer development.
Row erupts over foreign medicos' 'MD Physician' title
India moves diplomatically to free 6 sailors stuck in Karachi
India has made a formal consular request to Pakistan and is actively engaging with shipping operators to resolve the plight of six Indian seafarers stranded aboard a vessel at Karachi Port for over six months, the ministry of external affairs (MEA) said on Friday.
SpiceJet troubles mount, board to weigh fundraise on Nov 18
Display revised anti-cancer drug prices prominently: NPPA
Australia cricket captain Pat Cummins describes Khawaja's Sandpapergate claim as 'utter nonsense'
Australia captain Pat Cummins strongly refuted Usman Khawaja's claims regarding widespread knowledge of the Sandpapergate incident. Cummins held a news conference addressing these allegations and insisted he was unaware of the ball-tampering plot. David Warner expressed disappointment in Cummins' comments and supported Khawaja's perspective on the investigation. The management and coaching staff have undergone significant changes since the scandal occurred in 2018.
The challenge of holding the Quad together
The big ticket question confronting the Quad, however, is how Donald Trump engages with the group and the broader Indo-Pacific geography
Medical Helicopter Crashes With NO PATIENTS On Board! Three Crew Members Involved In Oklahoma Crash
A medical helicopter carrying three crew members has crashed near Lone Wolf in southwestern Oklahoma, triggering an overnight emergency response. One crew member sustained non-life-threatening injuries, and no fatalities have been reported. The aircraft was reportedly heading to Childress, Texas, after departing an Oklahoma hospital, with no patients on board. State and federal investigators are examining the wreckage as authorities work to establish what caused the helicopter to go down around 3:30 a.m. Friday morning.
Alice Huang received one Megaspeed share for just S$1 on the day she stepped down as managing director in 2023. The corporate filing has drawn attention as the Singapore-based firm faces scrutiny over alleged $7.5 billion Nvidia chip shipments to China, its financial growth and Huang's reported relationship with Jensen Huang.
New Zealand dominated the fourth ODI against India, winning by 244 runs and staying alive in the series. Will Young scored a century, while Matt Henry took six wickets to dismiss India for 89 runs. India faced a terrible start, losing three key wickets in the first over, resulting in a challenging chase. Henry's exceptional bowling performance highlighted India's struggle, leading to their sixth-lowest ODI total.
Comply with new prices of 137 anti-cancer drugs or face action, says regulator
NPPA directs State drug controllers to strictly monitor prices
The IRS has raised the standard deduction, widened federal income tax brackets and increased key family tax credits for 2027. The changes, announced on November 5, cover nearly 70 provisions of the federal tax code. The standard deduction for single filers will rise to $16,600, while married couples filing jointly will get $33,200. The Child Tax Credit will also increase to $2,300 per qualifying child.
Mauricio Pochettino has been appointed as the new head coach of Manchester United following disappointing league results. The club decided to hire him after Michael Carrick was relieved of his duties. Pochettino, who previously managed Tottenham and Paris Saint-Germain, was the only candidate directly approached by United. He left a positive impression on the club during previous considerations for the role.
US Treasury chief shifts to military base after Iran threats
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has confirmed that he relocated from his Washington residence to a military base on Secret Service instructions following Iranian death threats, delivering a blunt rebuke to Tehran's leadership and criticising The Wall Street Journal for publishing a geolocatable image of his home.
Letters to the Editor November 14, 2026
Letters to the Editor November 14, 2026
Four-day Chhath festival begins in Bihar with Nahay Khay
Out of 103 ghats in Patna, 90 have been declared safe for devotees, while 13 have been termed unsafe
Four-day Chhath festival begins in Bihar with Nahay Khay
Out of 103 ghats in Patna, 90 have been declared safe for devotees, while 13 have been termed unsafe
Brace for impact: On rising inflation and external factors
High inflation due to external factors could soon exacerbate economic pain
SIR: Digital rights researchers demand more transparency for audit of ERONET by civil society
But for greater transparency, the Election Commission of India should actually share softwares source code, demand digital rights researchers
SIR: Digital rights researchers demand more transparency for audit of ERONET by civil society
But for greater transparency, the Election Commission of India should actually share softwares source code, demand digital rights researchers
Man held for setting house on fire in Vellore
Critical ban: On recycling of lithium-ion batteries
India needs to create an entire ecosystem for recycling of lithium-ion batteries
Tamil Nadu engages realty developers to fast track Global Capability Centre corridors
Indian Plumbing Association to partner with IIT-Madras on water and sanitation technologies
The association will host its 32nd Indian Plumbing Conference at the Chennai Trade Centre in the city between December 17 and 19
Childrens Day celebrated at Govt. Stanley Hospital
To strengthen the Supreme Court, divide it
Adding judges without sorting the work risks enlarging the same overburdened court. The task is not to move the same work faster but to sort it
Supreme Court To Review Trump's Asylum Restrictions at US-Mexico Border
Trump's asylum policy is one of a number of measures his administration has taken as part of his crackdown on immigration pursued since returning to office last year.
Two men from Keralam arrested with 10 kg of ganja near Poonamallee
The police said a search revealed that Shameer and Ashin were carrying 6 kg and 4 kg of ganja respectively
Yemen govt forces fortify Aden defences as Houthis advance
Yemen's internationally recognized government is reinforcing its military positions around Aden against advancing Houthi forces. The recent conflict has escalated since a truce ended in July, leading to increased military actions. Houthi fighters have captured strategic areas in the Al-Madaribah wal Ara district, complicating government operations. The Houthis also maintain control over the Red Sea coast, impacting government access to vital routes.
BIM, Texas university to offer course on AI in Business from next year
SpaceX to attempt first Starship spacecraft recovery on land in 15th flight
SpaceX plans to launch its Starship rocket for the 15th time to test spacecraft recovery. The mission will attempt to catch the spacecraft at the Texas launch site rather than discarding it at sea. Elon Musk envisions regular Starship launches to expand the Starlink satellite network and future AI capabilities. NASA has provided significant funding for the Starship project under the Artemis moon program.
Rajya Sabha panel visits ISRO, HAL facilities in Bengaluru
Two men die as van rams tree in Tirupattur
The other men are undergoing treatment
Artists play Dama, the traditional Garo drum, on the concluding day of the 1,000 Drums Wangala Festival at Wangala Adam, Chibagre, in West Garo Hills on Friday. (ST)
Our Bureau SHILLONG/JOWAI, Nov 13: Meghalaya Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) president and party candidate for the Shillong Lok Sabha by-election Vincent H. Pala stated on Friday that the backing of former Rajya Sabha MP and NPP leader Wanweiroy R. Kharlukhi brings not just individual support, but a wave of grassroots leaders into the Congress ahead []
Over 7,000 books removed from District Central Libraries in Vellore, nearby districts
Ranipet and Tirupattur have the highest number (2,401) of books each from these publications
GHADC poll awaits delimitation nod: Tynsong
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Nov 13: The schedule for the deferred GHADC elections will be finalised only after the delimitation process is completed, Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong said on Friday. Tynsong said the delimitation report is ready and will first be submitted to the GHADC for examination by its Executive Committee. After reviewing the []
Stand-off intensifies as street protest meets online support
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Nov 13: As the proposed Shillong Peak Ropeway project turns into a sharp standoff between the Joint Action Committee (JAC) and the Meghalaya government, a central question hangs over the state capital: Does the silent majority favour the projects continuity, or do the vocal protesters on the streets reflect the true []
Groups call project ecological disaster Our Bureau SHILLONG, Nov 13: Support for the Joint Action Committee (JAC) Against the Shillong Ropeway Project fighting is gaining strength with each passing day, with more voices being raised against what is being termed as an ecologically catastrophic project. Women protesters under the JAC have been camping near the []
26 killed as bus collides with truck in Kaziranga
Kaziranga, Nov 13: At least 26 people died, including women and minors, and 20 others were injured in a head-on collision between a minibus and a container truck near Kaziranga National Park in Assam on Friday, officials said. Many of the victims were college students who were returning from their classes. President Droupadi Murmu, Vice []
CPCB steps up pollution watch; task force to probe industries at Byrnihat
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Nov 13: Industrial pollution in Byrnihat has come under renewed scrutiny, with the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) constituting a task force to inspect industries operating on the Assam side, where 17 of the 42 units have been categorised as red. The matter figured prominently before the Meghalaya High Court on []
MDA misleading Assembly on UGC scales for teachers: VPP
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Nov 13: The Voice of the People Party (VPP) has accused the MDA government of contradicting its assurances given in the Assembly regarding the continuation of University Grants Commission (UGC) pay scales for college teachers, alleging that the policy being implemented on the ground is different from what was stated in []
The Art Of The English Feint: Masking Status, Excusing Rape
The euphemism for mental illness and at the time they used derogatory expressions like mad and insane; and softer euphemisms like lost his marbles was the phrase gone Doolally to characterise mental illness. Still used and recognised?
Letters to the Editor November 13, 2026
Speakers last-minute withdrawal triggers protest at unveiling of Kanayis sculpture in Kasaragod
The unexpected development triggered protests and sharp criticism from elected representatives, cultural activists, and members of the art fraternity, who viewed the speakers absence as an insult to the veteran sculptor
Repeated Question Paper For MCh Students In NTR Varsity Draws Flak
University authorities said the repetition was limited to one of the 15 branches in the super-speciality courses, while no such issue was found in the remaining 14 branches.
GTA 6 has received its first update before its November 19, 2026 release. The version 1.002.000 update has been released on PlayStation 5. It is also available on Xbox Series X. Rockstar Games have not provided any patch notes to explain what has changed. The 1.07 GB update is being rolled out in stages.
T.N. Governor meets Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi
HRC To Hold Camp Court At Rajamahendravaram From Nov 16 To 20
They have been asked to identify pending cases related to their departments before the HRC and prepare comprehensive details.
Turkiye, Qatar sign mutual defence agreement, Turkish presidency says
Turkiye and Qatar were working to develop and diversify their energy partnership, and that their cooperation in the defence industry would continue to grow, a statement from the Turkish presidency quoted President Erdogan as saying
Librarian P.V. Konnur felicitated on his 75th birth anniversary
Palaniswami continues tirade against TVK regime on investment, law and order, crime
AIADMK leader accuses govt. of seeking to mislead people on clearances of industrial projects without being aware of the systems in existence
Unesco Report Backs Mother-Tongue Education, Highlights Warangal Study
The report examined how childrens home languages could improve comprehension and classroom participation, particularly among tribal, rural and minority communities.
Govt unlikely to give nod for Bhagwant Mann's Lahore trip
The Indian government has indicated that Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is unlikely to receive clearance to attend a conference in Lahore. The Ministry of External Affairs cited India's national policy towards Pakistan, particularly after the Pahalgam terror attack, as the reason for the probable denial. Mann was reportedly invited as chief guest to the International Punjabi Conference in Lahore from November 27 to 29.
Former MIDS Director P.G. Babu no more
Two persons arrested for possession of 450 kg gutka in Tiruvannamalai
Walkathon to raise awareness on diabetes held
Kangana Ranaut Faces Police Case Over Mysterious Foreigner X Post On Sonia Gandhi
The complainant alleged Kangana Ranaut's posts attempted to cast suspicion on the circumstances surrounding the deaths of Indira Gandhi, Sanjay Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi.
Man held in Kochi with suspected LSD stamps
COP31: Consensus on climate deal unlikely as global leaders clash
sland nations seek urgent emissions cuts, Europe backs electrification, while developing countries demand climate finance and fossil fuel producers defend continued use of hydrocarbons
