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The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is facing fresh chaos after powerful Washington, D.C., storms toppled fencing and barriers into the already troubled landmark. The mess comes after a $14.7 million renovation faced algae, peeling material and legal controversy. Now, viral footage has sparked fierce social-media backlash, with critics taking aim at President Trump and his administration. Heres the latest on the Reflecting Pool renovation controversy and the storm damage.

Egyptian TV host Sarah Khalifa has been sentenced to death in a major drug trafficking case, with her brother Mohamed Khalifa also among 12 defendants handed capital punishment. Khalifa reportedly broke down in court and denied the allegations, insisting she had never used drugs. The verdict remains appealable, leaving open another chapter in the high-profile case.

Animated comedy sitcom South Park is celebrating its latest Emmy victory with a brutal new troll aimed straight at US President Donald Trump. After winning Outstanding Animated Program, the shows official social media account posted a provocative image featuring a cartoon Trump holding an Emmy with his trousers down, alongside the message: You finally got your Emmy. The jab carries extra weight because Trump has repeatedly criticized the Emmys and complained that his reality show, The Apprentice

Marco Rubio is facing scrutiny over senior aide Nate Hochman, who now serves as his chief speechwriter after previously being fired from Ron DeSantiss presidential campaign amid controversy over a video featuring a Sonnenrad, or Black Sun, symbol associated with neo-Nazi and white-supremacist movements.Hochman denied creating the video but acknowledged reposting it before deleting it. His past remarks involving white nationalist Nick Fuentes have also resurfaced, even as the State Department pub

King Charles has delivered a major blow to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle after their return to the UK, with the Palace making it clear that moving back to Britain does not mean a return to royal duties. According to the BBC, a letter sent on behalf of Charles by the Lord Chamberlain confirms the Sussexes remain private citizens and will not carry out official engagements for the monarch. The move effectively shuts down hopes of a half-in, half-out royal comeback.

Artificial intelligence may soon enable humans to communicate with animals. Researchers are cataloguing and reproducing animal sounds using machine learning models. This technology raises ethical questions about animal privacy and potential misuse. Understanding animal signals could lead to manipulation and distress for wildlife. The pursuit of animal communication continues despite these significant ethical considerations.

Citing the 1976 Sarkaria Commission report, Vijay saidthere was an entire chapter dedicated to Veeranam pipeline scam and mentionedthe alleged corruption by Karunanidhi and Maran.

Grand Theft Auto VI is slated for November 2026 on consoles, but PC release details remain unconfirmed. Recent industry discussions suggest a potentially earlier arrival for the PC version of the game. This speculation arises from the evolving PC gaming market and its commercial significance. Rockstar Games has historically delayed PC ports, but this trend might change for GTA VI.

Donald Trump has reignited questions over Wall Street, presidential power and potential conflicts of interest after claiming he has made Hundreds of Billions of Dollars on Stocks, and many other type Holdings, for the U.S.A. The president made the unverified boast while sharing an AI-generated image depicting himself monitoring stock trades from the Oval Office.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says 97 percent of Russias trade within BRICS, the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation and the Eurasian Economic Union is now settled in national currencies. Russian companies increasingly use the rouble, Chinese yuan, UAE dirham and currencies of individual trading partners. Moscow accelerated that transition after Western governments froze Russian sovereign assets and restricted major banks access to international financial channels. The dollar remains the

Ohios governor race took a dramatic turn after Republican candidate Vivek Ramaswamy launched a blistering attack on Democratic rival Amy Acton, calling the prospect of her becoming the states first socialist governor God forbid and branding her debate refusal disqualifying.The remarks came as Acton was caught up in a separate security scare at the Canfield Fair, where armed suspect Patrick Havas was arrested after allegedly charging toward her. Acton was unharmed, and Ramaswamys campaign condemn

The Allahabad High Court quashed the National Security Act detention of Akriti Chaudhary. The court ordered recovery of five lakh rupees from Gautam Buddha Nagar officials. This compensation will be paid to the Delhi University student activist. The bench criticized the arbitrary invocation of the stringent preventive detention law. Officials' conduct was noted in their service records for their actions.

Recently unveiled footage has surfaced featuring Omar al-Bayoumi engaging in paintball activities with Anwar al-Awlaki. These never-before-seen videos came to light as part of the evidence compilation post-9/11. The visuals seemingly challenge Bayoumi's previous testimony where he denied any meetings with Awlaki. Additionally, investigators discovered a diagram suggesting Bayoumis possible awareness of the 9/11 attacks, although both Bayoumi and Saudi Arabia deny any knowledge or involvement.

Three men were stabbed in Brooklyns Crown Heights early Monday morning, just hours before the start of New Yorks West Indian American Day Parade festivities. Police said the attacks happened in two separate incidents near the parade route within roughly 30 minutes. All three victims were taken to Kings County Hospital and were expected to survive. Investigators were searching for one suspect believed to be connected to all three stabbings. No arrests had been made, and police had not confirmed w

Five people were killed after an Amazon Prime Air Boeing 767 operated by 21 Air overran a runway at Miami International Airport, crossed a roadway, struck multiple vehicles and caught fire. Federal investigators are now examining the aircraft's speed, braking, mechanical condition, weather and the circumstances of its unusually late touchdown.But the crash has also put a little-known runway safety system under the spotlight. Miami International was not equipped with an Engineered Materials Arres

Donald Trump has been transformed into Green Lantern in a bizarre AI-generated video shared by the official White House account on X. The clip shows Trump using a glowing power ring to build a massive border wall while posing alongside military aircraft. The video arrives amid a wider AI blitz featuring Trump alongside George Washington, a New America sign and fictional Space Force uniforms. The superhero clip has since drawn sharp mockery from Trumps critics online.

China's military is dedicated to the exploration and development of humanoid robots, aiming to integrate them into upcoming combat scenarios. Several research institutions are rigorously testing these robots to meet specific combat needs while investing in advanced capabilities. The primary areas of focus include improving perception, manipulation, and training methods for operational efficacy.

BRICS is exploring a new way to move money across borders. The plan is not a common currency. It is a network linking fast-payment systems, central-bank digital currencies and local-currency trade. India brings its biggest advantage: UPI. In July 2026, UPI processed 23.66 billion transactions worth about $314 billion. The question is whether UPI can become part of a wider BRICS payment corridor. Faster settlement could help Indian exporters, travellers, businesses and remittance users. It could

During his India visit, Luxembourg Deputy Prime Minister Xavier Bettel shared a candid remark about Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting what he appreciates about the Indian leader.

Bad Bunny has made Emmy history with seven wins for his Super Bowl LX halftime show the most ever for a halftime performance. But the record-breaking haul comes as Donald Trump remains a notable Emmy loser, having received nominations for The Apprentice without winning. The result also revives attention on Hillary Clintons old jab at Trumps claims that the Emmys were rigged against him.

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty overcame injuries and a deficit to win their maiden China Masters title, defeating China's He Ji Ting and Ren Xiang Yu in Shenzhen. The victory erased the disappointment of their World Championships collapse, restored confidence in Satwik's recovering shoulder, and provided timely momentum before they defend their Asian Games gold.

Donald Trumps unusually close relationship with aide Natalie Harp is facing renewed scrutiny as Americans question her role around the president. Harp, dubbed the Human Printer for her habit of printing information for Trump, has drawn attention over her constant presence and personal access to the president. As the polls approach, questions are mounting over what exactly Harp does for Trump and why their bond has become such a talking point.

For the first time, Japan is bringing its F-2A fighter jets to India for a bilateral air-combat exercise in Rajasthan. Built on the American F-16 airframe, the F-2A offers Indian pilots a rare opportunity to train against a close relative of the fighter aircraft operated by Pakistan.The drills could provide valuable insights into fighter manoeuvres, detection, electronic warfare, jamming and combat tacticsgiving India crucial live reference points before a future crisis in the western skies.Watc

A natural disaster in Nepal and a billion-dollar corporate battle involving Air India have triggered an ugly online wave targeting Indians in Singapore. The backlash has been condemned by Singapores top leadership, with police investigating and Prime Minister Lawrence Wong warning against normalising prejudice. But this may not be an isolated eruption. Earlier, Singapore authorities identified anti-Indian narratives circulating through Chinese-language online spacessome allegedly originating ove

Shubman Gill took over as Gujarat Titans captain after Hardik Pandya left the franchise. He led the team to the IPL final in 2026, after Pandya and Nehra had guided GT to the title in their first season in 2022 and another final in 2023. Nehra said Gill and Pandya are very different personalities and leaders, but both have the ability to keep learning.

Donald Trump has put his heavily fortified presidential limousine The Beast on display and the sheer scale of its protection is turning heads. In a video from his Bedminster, New Jersey, golf club, Trump showed off the cars thick, tinted window as a man beside him knocked on the glass. According to previous NBC News reporting, the windows are around three inches thick and the armor reportedly reaches about eight inches, giving the 20,000-pound Cadillac formidable protection against gunfire and

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has launched a fierce attack on Ukraines leadership, arguing that the current government cannot remain in power. Lavrov also invoked the legacy of World War II and accused Kyiv of allowing what Moscow describes as the return of Nazism in Europe. His explosive remarks come as diplomatic efforts continue over a possible end to the Russia-Ukraine war.

Delhis Satya Niketan PG building collapse has triggered a political confrontation, with Lok Sabha LoP and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi attacking Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP government. Gandhi accused the government of failing to take preventive action before accidents and alleged that accountability is later placed on lower-level officials while the real culprits escape responsibility. He said the Satya Niketan collapse was not an isolated tragedy and referred to incidents in Saidulajab

Mirzapur: The Movie crosses 140 crore worldwide as Ali Fazals emotional theatre visit captures the franchises growing craze. From housefull shows and strong box-office numbers to Twitter reviews praising Ravi Kishan, action, music and humour, the film is making its presence felt. But its long runtime and over-explaining have divided viewers.

President Trumps latest hand photos have triggered fresh speculation over the US Presidents health. Viral images appearing to show bruising and visible makeup sparked intense reactions online, with critics questioning what happened to Trumps hand. The controversy comes amid growing scrutiny over Trumps appearance, including recent debate surrounding his waistline and hair colour. Heres why the latest photographs have reignited the online frenzy around Donald Trumps health.#donaldtrump #trumpheal

Rahul Gandhi joined the debate over Prime Minister Modi's 'Dimagi Naxal' remarks. He accused the Prime Minister of using such labels to silence critics and avoid accountability. Earlier opposition leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, had also expressed pride in being called 'Dimagi Naxals'. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju had then clarified the Prime Minister's remarks were not aimed at political rivals. But last week, Prime Minister Modi reiterated his stance, calling the label a 'homoeopathic pill'

Indian and Chinese armies reviewed the Line of Actual Control situation in Arunachal Pradesh. This meeting followed Special Representative talks held recently in Beijing on the boundary question. The engagement focused on maintaining peace and tranquillity along the frontier. Both sides agreed to improve border management and address ground situations promptly. These efforts aim to rebuild bilateral ties after past strains.

Without attention, sport cannot grow, sell television rights, attract sponsors, pay athletes or find the next generation of fans. But with the wrong kind of attention, it scares away folks who have spent decades following it.

Iran war and U.S. alliance debate intensifies as Qatar says Gulf security needs self-sufficiency beyond Washington. Qatar's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed Al-Ansari said the Iran conflict exposed the limits of relying solely on America's military presence for regional security. Speaking in Abu Dhabi, he urged Gulf nations to build independent defence capabilities while maintaining strategic ties with the U.S., calling self-sufficiency the only long-term path to security in an increasingly v

Donald Trumps decision to scale back military exercises with South Korea has triggered concern in the Philippines that China could exploit a perceived gap in Americas regional presence. Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro warned that Beijing is very quick to exploit gaps, arguing that developments on the Korean Peninsula could affect strategic calculations around Taiwan and the South China Sea. China rejected that premise. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said Beijing does not pu

Ukraine reportedly accepted Chinas request not to strike Vladivostok while senior Chinese official Ding Xuexiang visited the city and met Vladimir Putin, according to Kyodo News. Kyivs decision appears to have been part of a wider diplomatic calculation. By accommodating Beijing, Ukraine reportedly hoped to build political goodwill, draw China closer to its peace strategy and encourage Xi Jinpings government to exert greater influence over Moscow. China remains Russias most important strategic a

Seema Kaliramnas journey back to the discus circle has been anything but ordinary.After giving birth to her son Rudra in 2022, the 27-year-old battled severe arthritis that left her unable to walk 10 metres or even pick up her child. With husband and coach Ravinder Monu Kaliramna by her side, she slowly rebuilt her body, fitness and confidence.From 57.19m in 2024 to a 59.73m personal best this year, Seemas comeback has now brought her a Commonwealth Games bronze in Glasgow.With the Asian Games i

Singapore is probing racist comments aimed at Indians after Nepal floods and an Air India funding row. Senior Minister K Shanmugam called the abuse shameful and unacceptable. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong warned that hate must not become normal. The comments used slurs and attacked Indian-origin executives linked to Air India. In June, Singapore blocked 14 anti-Indian posts. Its Home Affairs Ministry said they likely came from a China-based platform and sought to inflame racial tension. Why are I