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Rep. Sean Casten pressed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent over Donald Trumps claim that the United States is taking in billions and billions of dollars from Venezuela, repeatedly asking who exactly Trump meant by we. Casten questioned whether the money was flowing to the U.S. government, American companies or individual U.S. persons.Bessent said the Venezuela arrangement represented one of the largest assets ever brought onto the U.S. balance sheet, but acknowledged he could not say whether proc

An eyewitness has described the terrifying moment an NBC4 news helicopter suddenly fell from the sky and crashed between buildings in Los Angeles. We did see a helicopter for one second, and then it came down, the witness recalled after the aircraft erupted in flames in the Chatsworth neighbourhood. Veteran aerial reporter Eliana Moreno and pilot George Marciniw were killed, along with one person on the ground. Two others were taken to hospital. The helicopter had been covering an earlier collis

The director of Resident Evil opens up about adapting his favourite video game for the big screen. From staying true to the source material to translating the games atmosphere and key elements into a cinematic experience, the filmmaker reveals how he approached the adaptation while aiming to satisfy longtime fans.

Vishal TK on Asian Games: We are not taking it easyVishal TK reflects on his record-breaking year and sets his sights firmly on the Asian Games, with the big challenge ahead.

Trinamool Congress MP #MahuaMoitra on Wednesday claimed that BJP workers pelted eggs at her in her constituency in #WestBengal, and took a dig at #SupremeCourt Justice #DipankarDatta over his earlier remarks on her.Moitra shared a video on X in which she appeared to have been hit by eggs. Referring to Justice Dattas earlier comments, she wrote: Big shout out to Honble Justice Dipankar Datta ! MiLord - I came to my constituency for a meeting informing #WestBengal police & BJP workers with their h

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the Centres new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework for Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions, accusing the government of yielding to pressure from the United States and urging Modi to have a spine.

The Supreme Court has laid down a specific priority list for its High-Powered Enquiry Committee probing violence during the July CJP protests. The HPEC will examine allegations involving pellet guns, targeted violence and harassment of female protesters, injuries to police personnel, excessive force and property destruction. The court has refused to reconstitute the panel, stressing fairness and transparency. It has also ordered protection and confidentiality for vulnerable witnesses, including

The Mecca drone scare has once again exposed the gap between Pakistans powerful alliance rhetoric and its cautious military response. Saudi Arabia says a Houthi drone was intercepted south of Islams holiest city. The Houthis reject the accusation. Meanwhile, Pakistan condemned the alleged attack but did not send forces or announce operational support. Trkiye also stopped short of military involvement. The reason is now clear: officials say the Makkah pact is defensive, its procedures are still b

India has unveiled its teams for the highly anticipated home series against the West Indies. Shubman Gill will take charge of the One Day International squad, while Shreyas Iyer has been named captain of the Twenty20 International team. Additionally, the Rest of India roster for the upcoming Irani Cup has been released, featuring Rishabh Pant as the leader.

General Motors is bringing back Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in its vehicles. This reversal follows the automaker's earlier decision to phase out these popular smartphone features. The new infotainment system will debut in the 2027 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra models. Customer demand and feedback significantly influenced this change in direction. GM's system will integrate these features while retaining its own built-in Google applications.

Jeff Kober opens up about self-submitting for Emmy consideration and explains why he decided to take control of his own awards campaign. The actor also reflects on how performers can take back power as more influence shifts toward the corporate side of the entertainment industry.

Is China hiding the truth about Xi Jinpings health? India became the stage for a fresh wave of rumours after Xi appeared uncomfortable during the BRICS Summit and skipped Prime Minister Modis gala dinner. A dissident source later alleged that Xi was taken to Beijings 301 Military Hospital by helicopter. The claim remains unverified. No official confirmation has emerged from China or India. Xi did attend the summit, met Modi and completed the published programme. Yet Chinas opaque leadership syst

President Donald Trumps push to have his name added to the Kennedy Center has suffered another setback after a federal judge denied efforts to dismiss a lawsuit challenging the proposal. Following the ruling, Rep. Joyce Beatty criticized Trumps reaction, describing it as a tantrum and recounting a tense exchange during a virtual Kennedy Center board meeting. The latest development adds another chapter to the ongoing legal and political battle surrounding the renowned performing arts institution.

Iranian pilots have revealed details of what they described as a daring low-altitude F-5 raid on a major US base, claiming the nearly 70-year-old jets slipped past active Patriot defences and destroyed multiple American helicopters.The pilots said they flew below 50 feet in radio silence before striking the base with upgraded precision bombs. Their claims have not been independently verified, but separate US reporting has documented significant damage at American facilities across the region.

OpenAI is exploring Canada for data centre partnerships due to energy and land availability. This move follows the company's decision to pause its Stargate UK project earlier this year. George Osborne praised Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's AI adoption strategy as very impressive. Norway already hosts a Stargate infrastructure project powered by hydropower, targeting significant GPU capacity. European governments are also actively competing for substantial artificial intelligence investmen

Melania Trumps school visit in North Carolina has triggered a wave of online criticism, with social media users focusing on her English pronunciation and delivery during the appearance. One viral comment questioned whether the First Ladys speech patterns are deliberate, while others mocked a perceived pronunciation of the word kids as keeeds. The reaction has sparked a wider online debate over Melanias accent, English-speaking style and public appearances.

OpenAI boss Sam Altman has issued a striking warning about the risks of artificial intelligence, acknowledging fears that powerful AI companies could gain too much influence over society and the economy. Speaking about the future of the technology, Altman said the world is right to be afraid of excessive power and concentration, while also warning about the possibility of a loss of control or a serious accident involving AI. His comments have reignited the debate over AIs future, corporate power

Iranian Kurdish opposition groups say Tehran has attacked their facilities inside northern Iraq for a third consecutive day. The Kurdistan Freedom Party reported an attempted drone strike near the Erbil-Duhok road, while Komala said another drone hit one of its facilities near Sulaimani. Both groups reported no casualties. The latest incidents followed a one-way drone attack against a Kurdistan Democratic Party of Iran base and three missile strikes on a Komala camp earlier in the week. Iran has

Aaditya Thackeray denied meeting Disha Salian, calling allegations a false campaign. The CBI has registered an FIR into Salian's 2020 death following a court order. Salian died after falling from a building, and Sushant Singh Rajput died a week later. The investigation will examine evidence handling and potential official misconduct. Thackeray called for an impartial and fresh inquiry into the case.

A Pakistani naval vessel collided with an Indian Navy warship in the North Arabian Sea on September 15, according to Indian officials. India says the Pakistani ship approached at high speed and manoeuvred unsafely during the encounter in international waters. The collision caused no major damage, but New Delhi has called the conduct unacceptable and unprofessional. India summoned Pakistans Charge dAffaires in Delhi and ordered a parallel protest in Islamabad. The MEA says the incident violated A

Russian spy satellites reportedly flew over a US military base in Saudi Arabia days before a major Iranian attack, raising questions about whether Moscow provided Tehran with critical targeting intelligence.According to CNN, citing US officials and intelligence sources, 14 Russian Cosmos spy satellites passed over Prince Sultan Airbase before the March 27 strike. The attack involved at least one missile and several drones, wounding 12 US service members and destroying or damaging multiple aircra

Meghan Markles private phone number has reportedly been leaked from a school parents WhatsApp group, sparking fresh security concerns around the Duchess of Sussex and her family. According to The Sun, Meghan joined the private chat ahead of Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet starting at a new UK school, with parents welcoming her into the group. But the seemingly friendly exchange took a dramatic turn when a screenshot reportedly containing Meghans personal number was shared multiple times, turn

Harry and Meghan are facing fresh scrutiny over their security after Meghan shared a countryside video showing the Sussexes and their children enjoying time near their Cotswolds home. Royal experts have questioned whether recognizable landmarks in the footage could make their location easier to identify. One expert called the decision unbelievably stupid, while another raised questions about whether the timing could be linked to the couples ongoing fight over security arrangements. The Sussexes

A family in Purnia performed a symbolic funeral for their 18-year-old daughter. She had eloped and married her boyfriend after a three-year relationship. Her father filed a missing complaint, fearing abduction by the young man. The daughter later admitted in court that she married voluntarily. The family declared her dead to them after the court appearance.

Noida, Uttar Pradesh | Activist Saurav Das has raised questions over the condition of government schools in Gautam Buddha Nagar. In a post on X, Das claimed that the CJP team was stopped from inspecting several government schools after visiting one school in Noida. He also alleged that the administration contacted teachers multiple times to prevent further inspections. Das highlighted the condition of a government primary school and raised concerns over teachers being assigned additional governm

India has summoned Pakistans top diplomat in New Delhi and lodged a strong protest over what it called the unacceptable and unprofessional conduct of Pakistani naval units following a collision with an Indian Navy vessel in international waters. The MEA said the incident caused no major damage but contravened Article 10 of the 1991 India-Pakistan agreement on advance notice of military exercises, manoeuvres and troop movements. India also asked Pakistan to ensure its military units exercise due